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Lillian Pledger Obituary

Lillian Faye Pledger Lillian Faye Pledger, 70, an olive grader of Visalia passed away Monday, November 21, 2011. Lillian Faye Pledger was born on January 6, 1941 in Danville Arkansas to Elmer and Alice (Walker) McCalister. She married Willis L. Pledger on November 18, 1958 in Exeter. She worked at Early California Foods as a grader for more than 20 years. Having her family around her made Lillian feel complete and would do anything for them. She had a special love for her dogs. She is preceded in death her son Bobby Pledger and her twin sister Vivian Lopez. Lillian is survived by her husband Willis L. Pledger of Visalia; two sons Mark Pledger of Visalia and James Pledger of the UAE; one daughter Patricia Horton of Visalia; two brothers Jimmy Waters and Andrew Nail both of GA; three sisters Dovie Lawrence of Visalia, Darlene Ribeon of GA and Lisa Waters of AR. Lillian is also survived by 7 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 28, 2011 from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at Evans Miller Guinn Exeter Chapel. Graveside services will be on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 10:00 AM at the Exeter District Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.evansmillerguinnchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Evans Miller Guinn Chapel.

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Published by Visalia Times-Delta and Tulare Adv-Register on Nov. 26, 2011.

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November 28, 2011

Leon... Patty, Mark & James,

So sad to hear about the passing of your Mom. She was a very special person & will be missed by all who knew her.

Love you,
Heather Simon

Joan Clark

November 28, 2011

To the Pledger family, We are so sorry to hear of Lillian's passing. Patty and Jerry ,I just hate it that we are so far away at this time. I will always remember the fun times around your pool when Lillian was there. I just loved to hear her talk and laugh. Our love to you all, be home soon. Love Mom and John

Tim Jans

November 26, 2011

Condolences to you Mark, James and Patty and your father. Know that those far and near share in your grief at the loss of your dear mother.

CAROL & GENE HORTON

November 26, 2011

LILLIAN, CAROL AND I ARE GOING TO MISS YOU. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AT OUR HOME IN MEEKER, OKLAHOMA. MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS ARMS.

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