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William Durham Obituary
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DURHAM, William William F. (Bill) Durham passed away February 25, 2012, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. Bill was born April 21, 1953, in Atlanta, Georgia. Bill is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy, parents, Ouida and Frank Murray, and an abundant loving family. Bill's love of life and sense of humor will be missed by his family, puppies, and magnitude of friends. Bill was a pressman for the Atlanta Journal for 36 years. Bill has donated his body to BioGift to support his hopes for finding a cure for this disease. There will be a memorial service on February 27, 2012, at Ingleside Church PCA, 1001 Old Snellville Highway (770-978-3555), Lawrenceville, GA 30044, at 3:00 p.m., to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
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Joseph Terry
March 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Durham family. I worked with "Bull" at the AJC for almost 10 years and my dad worked with him for many years before that. He was a kind and funny man who made my time at the AJC brighter when I got to work around him. He will be greatly missed.
Joe Terry and family
Patty & Ida Perez
February 28, 2012
Nancy, For the many years my parents and I lived across the street from you two ~ It was more than obvious you two were always so much in love and so very special to one another! I am so sorry for Bill's passing and your hurtful heartning sorrow Nancy. I want you to know my mother and I are here for you anytime Nancy. Bill, you and the family are in our prayers. Our most deepest sympathy ~
Gwendolyn Thomas
February 27, 2012
Nancy - it was very upsetting to hear the loss of your beloved husband and best friend. Try and be strong, but if and/or when you need a shoulder to lean/cry on, we will be there for you. Gwen & Stewart
February 27, 2012
Nancy, Tim and I are so blessed to have known Bill, we had a wonderful time anytime we got together. We will never forget the vacations we had together and the friendship. Tim and I will always be here for you. We Love you dearly and Pray for all that is good to come your way. Our Deepest Sympathy, Tim and Lisa Teague
February 27, 2012
Carol, I am so sorry to hear about Bill. The loss of a brother is a very difficult thing and you were there to help me so please let me know if I can do anything to help you. Love and Sympathy, Larraine McCleskey.
Steve Logan
February 26, 2012
I am so proud that Bill was, is & always will be my "Dad" & Best Friend! Always, "Junior".
Linda Latimer Vaughn
February 26, 2012
Bill will always be remembered for his humor and his ability to make others smile. Nancy, I knew you must be very special since you were married to someone so special. Many Gordon High School classmates have sent written notes of condolences to you and the whole family through the Gordon site. Our thoughts are with you.
John Morrison
February 26, 2012
Sorry to here this, I worked with Bill at the Paper back in the 70's and We discoverd that We were actually Cousins of some sort 3rd I think. I had tried to find Him on Facebook a yr or so ago.
JOHN MORRISON
February 26, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
February 26, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Durham family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
craig caughman
February 26, 2012
the best times of my life were spint with bill an nancy i love yall craig caughman
charles andrew
February 26, 2012
We were saddened to learn of Bill's death. May the Lord help you both through this very sad time. Love Charles and Kay
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