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Leslie Gober Obituary

Leslie E. Gober Holt Age 89, passed away Friday, August 7, 2009. Leslie was born in Madison County, Mississippi on November 9, 1919, the son of Allie and Ellie Gober. Les was a retired truck driver working many years for Ogden and Moffett Trucking and W. Ford Johnson Trucking. He was also a proud veteran serving as a tank driver in W.W.II, he served his last six months of the war in a German POW camp. Les was preceded in death by his bride and love of his life of forty seven years, Phyllis. Les is survived by his loving sons, Rodney (Kathi) Gober of Williamsburg, MI and Richard (Patti) Gober of Holt, MI; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Stephanie and Pedro for their love and support, also the great staff at Flapjack's in South Lansing. Memorial Services will be held, Thursday, August 13, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Home, Holt Chapel. The family will receive relatives and friends from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home on the day of the service. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Holt Community Food Bank in memory of Les. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.palmerbush.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Aug. 9, 2009.

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August 10, 2009

The children of Mildred Gober Weeks of Madison, MS send our condolences on her behalf. She expressed her deep love for each of her siblings and their children over the years. We pray that the memories of Leslie's long and admirable life overshadow the grief of his passing. Rodney, Hilda, Nancy, and Randy

Tim Rhines

August 9, 2009

Rod&Dick

Sorry to hear about your dad's passing.Got to know him at S.Penn Meijer in the seating area by the main entrance. Les was truly a man that enjoyed being around people. My thoughts & prayers go out to you.

Alex Wielock

August 9, 2009

To the sons of Leslie Gober: It has been a long time since I saw you or your Dad, but he was a great friend of mine, and a good neighbor. I will keep him and both of you in my prayers.
Alex & Peggy Wielock ( Interlachen, Florida)

Gary/Chris Lubitz

August 9, 2009

Rod & Dick: We are sending our love & prayers for strength in the days ahead as you grieve the loss of your dad. We were SO BLESSED to spend time with you ALL a week ago sharing in Uncle Les's teasing and wonderful smiles! While he is in a better place, we will miss him and are grateful for the many years we had with him! Will see you on Thursday. Gary & Chris Lubitz

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