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Preston Earl Gatlin
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Sis Terri, Bro William and Family
August 14, 2009
Sister Mary, Allah blessed you to have a wonderful mate for many years. Brother Preston was a beautiful soul. May Allah (God) comfort you and wrap His arms around you. He will be missed.
Vera Johnson
August 14, 2009
My heart goes out to his family. What I am going to miss mostly about Galtin is his smile and laugh. Working with him at Southside Station was a joy and he will be deeply missed. May God comfort you in your lost.
Warrenese Davis
August 13, 2009
Death leaves a Heartache no one can Heal; Love leaves a Memory no one can Steal. Mr. Gatlin was my mailman for over 5 years.He was always kind, pleasant and helpful.I will miss his friendly wave and humble smile. The ones we love are never gone. Mr. Gatlin's memory is your keepsake in which you will never part. God has him in His keeping,you keep him in your hearts.
Rev. William Mallory
August 13, 2009
Rev. Jesse Gatlin, I just wanted you to know that Sister Deloise and I share in the lost of your brother Preston. Keep the faith my brother in Christ, God is still in charge.
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Barbara B. Muhammad
August 13, 2009
Sister Mary and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.May Allah's comfort soon return peace and joy into your life. Created words cannot express what to say to you and yours at this time. Only time and love will take away some of the sting. Keep you love ones close to you during this transition. Peace.
Berlinda Christian
August 13, 2009
Mary my heart goes out to you.I'am so very sorry to hear of Gatlin's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and my prayers.I have always been very fond of the two of you.My deepest sympathies.
chris/sena/denise claiborne
August 13, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
mrs.vernell braxton
August 13, 2009
extending our condolences and prayers to bro. gatlin's wife and family. we always told mr. gatlin 'thank you' for being out weathering the inclement temps, be it hot or be it cold. the postal service had a warrior with such a kind spirit. you will be missed mr. gatlin.
Derrel Muhammad
August 13, 2009
Sending our prayers and condolences to Sister Mary and her family during your time of loss. From Bro Derrel & Sis Layan
From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home
August 13, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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