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Gary Legner Obituary
Gary Edward Legner, 66, of Charlottesville, died at home.
He was born on June 26, 1944, in Carthage, Missouri, the son of Jeanne Viette Legner and the late Harold Legner.
Gary was a legal editor for the Michie Corporation, with a Master of Law degree from the University of Washington. He previously graduated from Virginia Tech and the William and Mary Law School. He also had served in the United States Army.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Etta O. Legner of Charlottesville; and a brother, Michael Legner of Mount Vernon, Virginia.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 3, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the SPCA, P.O. Box 7047, Charlottesville, VA 22901.
Friends may sign the guest book at www.hillandwood.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Betty Pincus
October 6, 2010
Etta:
Sam and I are sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I knew him from the beginning of our careers at The Michie Company. We were colleagues in changing times in those early days. You have our deepest sympathy.
Cliff Haury
October 4, 2010
Etta,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
Rob & Ann Herbert
October 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Debby Cassell Waufle
October 2, 2010
My heart goes out to you in your loss. I remember Gary fondly. I worked at The Michie Company before I married and left C'ville in 1985. He was always pleasant and courteous in his interactions with my department.
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Bonnie & John Collier
October 1, 2010
Our hearts were so saddened by the sudden loss of Gary. We will always cherish the fun times that we shared. We send our deepest sympathy.
Larry&Debbie Lamb
October 1, 2010
Etta,Our thoughts and prayers are with you.We know Gary will be missed by all who loved and cared for him. Larry and Debbie Lamb
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