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1938 - 2007
 Larry Lee Townsend, 68, of Milton, West Virginia, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 6, 2007, at home surrounded by his family’s loving support and trust in the Lord-Romans 8:28. His visitation will be Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and after 12:00 Noon Wednesday at the church. Pastor Bill Davis and Pastor Troy Nicely will be in charge of a celebration of Larry’s life with Jim Whittington singing, Katie Lee Joel poetry reading and Jim Spurlock sharing some memorable times spent with Larry. The service will be held at 1:00 P.M. at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, Newman’s Chapel, Wednesday, January 10, 2007. Pallbearers will be Ed Black, Ron Maynard, Larry Hensley, C.J. Nicely, Larry Bowen, Web McCallister, Houston Roberts and Tom Robison. Larry was born January 17, 1938 to the late Reece and Mamie Townsend. He was also preceded in death by his sister and her husband, Jeanne and William Earles and brother-in-law, Fred Harshbarger. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia “Pat” Rutherford Townsend, three sons and wives, Gregory Townsend and companion Jayne McNeill of Hurricane, WV, Greg’s sons, Travis and Adam Townsend of Milton, WV; Timothy and Jamie Townsend of Milton, WV, Tim’s daughter, Jordan of Pensacola, Florida, his step-daughters Tabatha Hall and Danelle Hall; Todd and Jennifer Townsend and daughters, Lee Ann and Mary Beth of Gallipolis, OH; and one daughter and spouse, Amy A. and Marc Baquerizo of Lake Forest, CA, step children, Bree and Nick Baquerizo. Larry, through modern technology, experienced the joy of seeing Amy and Marc’s precious child that is due in July 2007. He is also survived by one brother, Reece Townsend of Indianapolis, IN, and his sons Jeff and wife Teresa of Sacramento, CA, and Steve of Indianapolis, IN, and dear friends, Sam and Juanita Townsend Webb of Milton, WV, his sisters-in-law, Dora Harshbarger of Milton, WV, Delores and spouse Frank Rutherford of Huntington, WV, brother-in-law, Ronald and spouse Esta Rutherford of Milton, WV, and many nieces and nephews. Larry was an Auditor for C&O Railroad where he was employed for 15 years. When he was offered a promotion he decided to decline the position to keep his family in Milton, WV. He knew Milton would be a wonderful place to raise his family. He was a salesman for several trucking firms in the Tri-State area for over 28 years and retired from Tri-State Express. Larry was a faithful member of Antioch Baptist Church and a wonderful example of Christ’s love and strength to his family and especially in these last months. He served on the Council of Milton for 4 years as a councilman, 2 years as Town Recorder, and the Mayor of Milton, WV, for 2 years. Larry always wanted to be a part of his community and he wanted to make Milton a growing community for the younger generations. He was a Mason and affiliated with the Milton Lodge, and a Kentucky Colonel. He served as Vice President on the Board of Directors at the Holiday Towers Condos Association, Myrtle Beach, SC. Larry loved life and we enjoyed being a part of many groups of people; our home church family, our small couples’s bible study group that we enjoyed each month, our camping friends from the Rivers Edge Park, Ashton, WV, and the many friends that we met in Myrtle Beach. We feel so blessed to have enjoyed so many long friendships and we thank you all and praise the Lord for the many cards, visits and calls that so encouraged us through this very difficult time of our life. We would have had the privilege of celebrating our 50th Anniversary, August 23, 2007. Larry was blessed with a wonderful life; it was just too short for the family that loves him so dearly. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Antioch Baptist Church Building Fund, Box 64 Little Fudge Creek Road, Ona, WV 25545. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace |
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There are currently 44 condolences.
Tamara (Tammy) Cart Burrow
Sunday January 14, 2007 at
9:54 PM
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Dear Pat,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers of peace and comfort are with you and your family. Bless you.
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David Brammer
Sunday January 14, 2007 at
2:28 PM
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Ed & Terri Harris
Thursday January 11, 2007 at
10:07 PM
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Dear Pat and Family,
Terri and I want to send our condolences to you and your family.
I met Larry over 29yrs. ago, he was such a dear friend. I enjoyed his friendship so very much, I have a lot of good memories of him. We loved him and will miss him.
God Bless You,
Ed,Terri & Aaron Harris
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Pat Haby and Bob Smith
Thursday January 11, 2007 at
9:13 PM
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Dear Pat and family,
I know you probably won't remember me, but Bob and I met you through Delores and Frank a few years ago. We were so impressed with your beautiful home and hospitality, and I felt I needed to send my prayers and concerns for you at this hard time in your life. I too lost my spsouse five years ago and know just how hard it is for all of you. I just wanted to share that God's love will sustain you and the family. Don't be afraid to cry and to lean on him. Time takes care of so much, but the good memories as well as the hurt will always be there. I have learned that these get me through the toughest times now. God bless you all.
Pat and Bob
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Carol McCallister Hager
eandchager@juno.com
Thursday January 11, 2007 at
12:17 PM
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Pat and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of such a great man. I will always remember fondly the time I was blessed to be with your family. Larry was truly blessed by a wonderful family. I will continue to pray for you all and that God will comfort and minister to you all during this time. I love you all, Carol
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DAVID L PRITT
Thursday January 11, 2007 at
10:57 AM
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I am so sorry to hear that larry pssed away. he was a good person and husband and father..
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Thursday January 11, 2007 at
10:26 AM
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Dear Pat and Family,
We were saddened by Larry's passing. He was a wonderful man and a good friend for a long time.
It was an honor to meet your children and some of their family. You all did a great job raising them. If we can be of any help in the future give us a call. We would be more than glad to help. God bless you and your family.
Chuck & Phyllis Romine
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pam davis shull
pbeanniep@aol.com
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
10:38 PM
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Amy i was so sorry to hear about your dad he was a wonderful man. The first time i went to vote him and your mom was there working and he took me over to the machine and showed me how to use it he said i cant tell you who to vote for but i asked him wonder who would do the best job and he said he was not running for president that year he just cracked me up and too mrs. townsend may god be with you at this time i know he was your soul mate no matter where i would see you all at you could always see the love you two had for each other you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. pam
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Ron & Barbara ( Snedegar ) Vassalotti
barrelracers@aol.com
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
9:08 PM
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Dear Pat and family, I am so sorry,for your loss. You were the sweetest couple, always laughing and having fun, I have many, good memories of our friendship, and some of the fun times, we had together. My mom told me about Larry's passing and, I want you to know, you,and your family, are in our prayers. I think of you often. May the Lord bless and keep you and your family, during this diffucult time, of Larry's passing. Barbara
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Chuck Blankenship
CBLANKENSHIPFLA@AOL.COM
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
6:32 PM
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Pat,so sorry to hear of Larrys passing.I hope you remember me as I was only up there once on Vacation with Judy.I pray for your comfort.You have my sincere sympathy.God bless you and the family.May Larry rest in peace.
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Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
3:08 PM
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Dear Pat,
I have thought of you and Larry many times since we all used to hang together. All of us young marrieds having our children...you two with three boys. Barbara and I with two girls and seriously thought about possibility of the wanted boy, helping each other to move and always partying.
My most sincere condolence to you and all your families. Barb and I always enjoyed you both. Larry was always smiling and happy. I really thought he was one great father and husband.
Ciao Larry...until later.
Dave
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David A Brammer
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
2:58 PM
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Paul and mary Lewis
margie0312@aol.com
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
1:34 PM
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Dear Pat and Family i wish we could be there to give you a hug.You know you all are in our prayers and have been since Larry first started down his path.We love you all Mary.xoxoox
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Lisa Adkins
boyds4u66@adelphia.net
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
1:05 PM
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Pat,
I am so sorry to hear about Larry but you know he is in a much much better place than we are and we will see him again someday. He was a wonderful, kind, and loving christian man. He was also lucky to have had you for over 50 years. I wish you and your family the best. I miss ya, Lisa Adkins (your cruise buddy).
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Pamala Dorey
pdrhsc@hotmail.com
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
11:56 AM
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Greg and family: I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I will keep you in my heart and prayers.
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Kyra Johnson
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
11:39 AM
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Pat, Greg & family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kyra
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Bruce W. Garshaw
bruceheleng@netzero.net
Wednesday January 10, 2007 at
9:02 AM
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My sincere condolence to all the family. Reese was in my class but haven't seen him in 50 years.
God bless you all at this special time.
Bruce
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Paul A. Lewis
PLewis41@aol.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
11:01 PM
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Pat, Mary and I are sadden by Larry passing, but we know Larry is in heaven now and I can't think of a better place to be, and I'm sure Larry is glad too be home with his Lord.
Mary and I send our Love and Prayers to you and the family.
Take care looking forward to seeing you when we come to West Virginia on vacation this summer.
Paul and Mary Lewis Rockledge Florida.
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Gary Short
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:54 PM
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Dear Pat-
Many years have passed since we sat in the same HHS homeroom and Larry and I marched in the band. I enjoyed seeing you both at the 50th HHS Reunion. Neither of you had changed through the years. I will miss running into Larry during my infrequent visits to Huntington. May God grant you peace and healing.
Gary in Vienna, WV.
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J.D.Wolford
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
7:59 PM
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Dear Patty,
We are very sorry to hear of Larry`s passing,but still rejoice that he will see Jesus.The two of you have always been so very special...full of life and a joy to be around.May God comfort you with His promise...J.D.& Donna
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Alaynna Janco
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
7:28 PM
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Amy: I was so saddened to hear about the loss of your father. Please know that although I was unable to attend the services that I am here for you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Allysha Neher
sneher80@hotmail.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
7:20 PM
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Amy, Steve and I prayed for you and your family during your father's illness. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. You and your family will continue be in our prayers. I hope the love and concern of your friends and family is a comfort. So very sorry I can not be there. Love, Allysha
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Debbie Racer & Scott Kinzel
debbie.sonnenschein@baycare.org
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
6:08 PM
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Dear Pat, Tim, Greg, Amy and Todd: We are so saddened by your loss. We both know how it feels to lose a parent, no words I can say will comfort you. I just pray that our Lord will place a comforting arm around each of you during this sorrowful time. Tim I have fond memories of being at your house with your Mom and Dad, I hope that some of those memories will bring joy to your heart. Know that I wish I could be there to help you through this time. May God Bless your entire family. With much love, Deb & Scott
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Sandy Jivided
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
5:54 PM
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Dear Patty,
I was so saddened by receiving news of Larry's death and want you and the family to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I celebrate with you the wonder-full life that Larry lived and all the blessings that he shared with all of you and with his church and community. May you truly feel God's presence as you move through these first days and weeks of adjusting to such a great loss.
Love and blessings,
Sandy Jividen (HHS 1956)
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Bunni
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
4:39 PM
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Dear Pat and Family,
You are in our hearts and prayers.......Love, Bunni
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Janet Radcliff
jradcliff@b-llaw.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
3:52 PM
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I used to attend church with Juanita at Lighthouse. I wanted to express to your family my sympathy in the loss of Larry. I didn't know him personally but felt like I did after I read the obituary, it was absolutely beautiful! We will keep you in our prayers!
Janet Radcliff and family
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Daria Lutz
d.lutz@citynet.net
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
3:28 PM
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Pat,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you husband. His fight was long and hard but now he is in peace. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Daria Lutz
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Carrie (Roberts) Davis
carrielyndall@hotmail.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
3:20 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss, and I am sorry that I can't be there to honor Larry with you and those who love him so dearly. Since I was a small child, the name "Larry Townsend" instantly brought smiles and joy in our house. Larry's kindness and humor were infectious, and my sister and I looked forward to any time that we could see him. Our family loved and respected Larry dearly, and we regard him and Pat as part of our family. We will miss him deeply, but we will never forget how wonderful it felt to be in his presence. We love you Larry!
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Joy Pelfrey
joy.pelfrey@chhi.org
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
1:54 PM
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Dear Pat: You may not remember me but I had the pleasure of meeting you and Larry on the Senior Wise trip to Branson last November. While I only knew you a week, I feel blessed in having the privilege of spending that time with you both. Larry was truly a special man and a load of fun to be around. He always wore a smile and was so generous to lend a helping hand to all the "more senior folk" on the trip. A special memory was the experience of sitting with you and enjoying our meal at the restaurant where they throw rolls to you. Larry looked forward to that experience for us all and it was a fun time to share. It was very evident that he cherished you.
May you and your loved ones feel God's special peace and comfort at this time. I will remember Larry fondly.
Joy Pelfrey, Director of Senior Services as Cabell Huntington Hospital
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Haley Maynard
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
12:27 PM
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Pat and Family,
I'm sorry I can't be with you tonight, but the kids have sports. If anyone understands I know you will Pat. My heart and prayers are with you all. Love, Haley
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Stacy White
stacyj_white@msn.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
11:29 AM
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Hi, Pat, Greg, Tim, Todd and Amy.
I often think of you all and wonder how you are doing. I was saddened to hear of Larry's passing. I remember as a child, how friendly Larry was. He always had a smile that made me feel right at home.
I would like to be with you all, however, the miles across the country does not permit this for me. I will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts. May the Lord keep you all blessed during this time.
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Eddie, Peggy, Blayne & Hunter Cassady
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
11:24 AM
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No words can express how sorry we are to hear about your loss. Please know that we are thinking and praying for you. I hope that you will feel the love and support from all that know and respect you and our family.
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Bill and Dena Johnston
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
11:11 AM
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We were so sorry to learn of Larry's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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Pam (Lytton) Ford
pford@wvdep.org
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:43 AM
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To Greg and family:
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's illness and death. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
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Lynda (Loges) McKeen
lmckeen@quadramed.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:38 AM
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To all the family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Townsend. I know how difficult it is to lose a father. Know that time and God's blessings will heal the wounds of sorrow. He is with the Lord and will suffer no more. My prayers are with you all. I only wish I could be there in person to comfort you.
Lynda
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Becky Staley
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:35 AM
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Sending love & sympathy to our dear friend, Pat. Our hearts share in your loss and we pray that you may be comforted in the knowledge of our forever friendship & love for you. We loved & respected Larry tremendously & we're so sorry that we are unable to be there with you for the services in celebration of his life. Sincerely, Becky & Gary Staley
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Jim & Nancy McIntyre Halverson
TGC1@aol.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:21 AM
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Dear Pat: So terribly sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I know you are devastated at the loss of your sweetheart...how well I remember those carefree days at HHS! So glad we were able to spend some time with him at our 50th reunion! Deepest sympathies to y ou and family! Fondly Jim & Nancy
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Patty and Carroll Justice
juspat@adelphia.net
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:13 AM
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Patty, Larry was such a special person and will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Brenda
BBasehart@aol.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
10:04 AM
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Pat, so sad to hear the news. I wish he could have been with all of you a lot longer. I'll always remember him dancing with you, and sitting on my front porch swing, just enjoying life. May God comfort all of you. Love, Brenda
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Bobby & Debbie Jude
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
8:43 AM
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Pat & family,
Just wanted you to know that we have been praying for you through the duration of Larry's illness, and will continue to do so. My heart is so saddened, as I so hoped he would beat the odds. However, we know (like the obituary stated), Romans 8:28 is still true, and we are just fortunate to know that God IS working for our good, even though we might not understand down here. Please know that our hearts go out to you at this time, and it was a joy to know Larry and the life that he lived.
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Linda Wise
Teetillinda@aol.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
8:14 AM
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Dear Pat and family
I am very sorry to read about Larry. He was a wonderful person. I hope everyone shows the strength I know you have. Love and miss you all All my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Love Linda
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Brenda Gibson Burden
Burden4@peoplepc.com
Tuesday January 9, 2007 at
8:11 AM
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So sorry for your loss. Larry was a joy to work with when we worked at Milton. My thoughts are with you all.
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Monday January 8, 2007 at
11:24 PM
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donna j wright cooke
Monday January 8, 2007 at
11:23 PM
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my deepest sympathy to all the family. my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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