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Orrin Oakley Obituary
Loving husband, father and grandfather
Age 77, of Millport, NY, passed away Friday, November 2, 2007, at home after an extended illness, surrounded by his loving family. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Wednesday, November 7th, from 6 to 7 p.m. His memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. Rev. Ellie Haber will officiate. Those wishing may remember Orrin through donations to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830.
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Rhonda Oakley
November 7, 2007
Dad I want to thank you for excepting me as a daughter and always making me laugh.
You were a big part of our lives and I know my children will never forget the lessons grandpa taught them.We will miss you but know you are now at peace no more suffering.
Love you,
Rhonda
Beverly Redding Pearsall
November 6, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
JoAnn Butts-Munsey
November 4, 2007
I'm sorry for your loss. I know first hand how it feels to lose a loved one.
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