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Ora J. Fales Battle Creek Ora J. Fales, 85, of Battle Creek, passed away Friday, October 24, 2008. He was born December 14, 1922 in Battle Creek, Michigan the son of Charles and Edna (Mumy) Fales. Ora served in the U.S. Army, 11th Airborne during WWII. He worked at Oliver for nineteen years then twenty-three years at Clark Equipment as maintenance superintendent from which he retired in 1983. During his working years, he had attended classes at Kellogg Community College, Michigan State University, Western Michigan University and Central Michigan University. Ora was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, a life member of Bedford Masonic Lodge #207, was a 32nd Degree Mason and member of the York Rite. He enjoyed woodworking, construction, hunting, fishing and was an avid reader. On December 23, 1943 he was united in marriage to Geraldine Worthington, who survives. Also surviving are his son: Robert W. (Mary) Fales and daughter: Linda Carlton, both of Battle Creek; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and special friends: Don Worthington and Family and Tom Shew and family. He was also preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association or Calhoun County Medical Care Facility.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Oct. 26, 2008.

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Shana Huerta

October 30, 2008

Thank you to everyone that has taken the time to write such kind words about my Grandpa. As you all know, he was such a wonderful, kind, caring, helpful person to everyone he crossed paths with. His legacy will always live on in everyone's lives that he touched. He is no longer suffering and has gone home to be with the Lord. Our entire family appreciates the kind gestures and words of support. Today we buried someone who meant the world to us but we take comfort in knowing that we will be together again someday.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your memories, they are truly appreciated.
Shana Huerta (Linda's daughter)

Dorothy Kajcienski

October 29, 2008

I feel your pain. I know it has been difficult for all of you. I know he never meant it to be. The same with my husband. We never know what will happen in our lifetime and maybe it is just as well we don't know. Lois and Don kept me informed and it was also difficult for them.I will think of you often.

Neil Haack

October 28, 2008

Geraldine....I was so sorry to see that Ora had passed away....I know that you are hurting right now as well as the rest of the family....we know in our hearts that we will see him again....He always loved to kid with me and I will surely miss that ...also his firm hand shake.

Lori & Ray Closson

October 28, 2008

Dear Bob & Mary - So sorry to learn of Ora's passing. May you find comfort in your friends and family who love you so much. I know you will also find comfort in your faith and knowing that he is in a very good place.

Candice Raymond @ Glenmoor Village

October 27, 2008

Was so sorry to hear of Ora's passing. I knew him only for a short time and he was always very good natured and gracious. It was also very obvious he loved his wife and family very much. My sympathy to the entire family.

Stacey Apsey (Smith)

October 27, 2008

Aunt Geraldine you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you and wish you well.

Claudia Levy

October 27, 2008

Geraldine, Bobby, Linda & Family,
My love and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Ora is at peace now and and no more suffering. Bobby, sorry to hear about your surgery. I pray for a speedy recovery.
Love to all,
Claudia Mathis Levy

Robert Hartung

October 27, 2008

Dear Linda,Bob,Jen,Shana and family..Was sorry to hear that your father & Grandfather has passed away! You are ALL IN MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS!! Love,Robert Hartung

Danielle and Jeff Wilsey

October 26, 2008

Jen, Shana, and family:

We're thinking of you and love you.

Marie Tungate

October 26, 2008

I was sorry to see that my dear "Uncle Ora" had passed away. He was a big part of my life through my parents, Al and Vera Fales. I know my dad and mom met him as he made his way to heaven. My thoughts and prayers are going out to "Aunt Geri", Bob and Linda and their families. He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten. Love, Marie (Fales) Tungate

Dave Mathis

October 26, 2008

Some of my favorite Sunday afternoons were with my Dad, Coy Mathis, as we visited our cousins. Stopping by Geraldine and Ora's place was always a special treat. These memories are thought of often to this day, and they will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers to Geraldine, Bobby and Linda and their families.
Dave & Susan Mathis

N Don Dudley

October 26, 2008

Bob & Mary and Family: My sympathies to you and the family. I know how difficult it is to loose someone so close. May you find comfort in knowing that your pain is shared by others and may you find peace.

Jerry and Sandi Nowicki

October 26, 2008

We will miss seeing and shaking Ora's hand. He will be missed, but we know he is in a better place. Our thoughts are with the family.

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