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Jesse Shropshire Obituary

SHROPSHIRE - Jesse, formerly of Miller Place, NY, passed away Thursday September 25, 2008 at his home in Palm Coast, FL. Born July 26, 1932 in Astoria NY to the late Jesse and Carmela Shropshire. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-one years, Kay. Jesse served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed bowling, playing guitar, and being the jokester with his family and friends, was a member of the Elks Club and the NRA. Additional survivors include sisters Joyce Edgar, Jeri Kowalik, and brother Kenneth Shropshire, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Long Island, NY at a later date. Donations in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association.

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Published by Newsday on Sep. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Jesse Shropshire

4 Entries

Ray & Carol Every

October 1, 2008

Dear Kay,
We were very sorry to hear of Jesse's passing. Please let us know when the Memorial service on LI will be. You are in our thoughts.

Cory Kreitzer

September 30, 2008

Hi Kay -

David and I are so sorry for your loss and wish we could be there to give you hugs. I never got the chance to meet Jesse, but I have heard great stories about him and I know he will be missed by many.

We love you and will be praying for your strength.

Love,
Cory and David Kreitzer

Kay Shropshire

September 28, 2008

Dear loving friends and family,

Thank you for your kind words, loving thoughts and messages of comfort, they are greatly appreciated.

I will return often to read your entries and will reply as soon as I can.

Thank you for keeping us in your prayers.
Love,
Kay

Rasa Siulte

September 28, 2008

Dear Kay, I just heard the sad news of Jesse's passing! He had a smile on his face and something funny to say--Always!! Please accept my deepest condolences as well as those of my family, your neighbors.

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