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Gavin Vought Obituary
Gavin was born on April 22, 1952 to the late Frazier and Deloris (Recker) Vought in Detroit, Mich., and in 2000 he married his sweetheart Penny Joseph.
Gavin's favorite pastime was bowling. He also loved hunting and eating.
He is survived by his children, Lisa Scott, Leslie (James) Schneider, Christopher (Kelly) Joseph, Jason Joseph, Aaron (Valerie) Joseph; 13 grandchildren; brothers, Glenn, Gary (Lisa), Gordon and sister, Sandy Baxter.
He was preceded in death by his sister Sherry Smith.
Gavin's family will be receiving friends at Smith-Miner Funeral Home on Sunday, Sept. 28 from 4 to 7 p.m. for a viewing and memorial service.
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Andrea Bridgewater
September 29, 2008
Lisa I am so sorry for your and your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eric & Debbie Vought
September 28, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to Gavin's family and friends.
Ellie Shaffer
September 28, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
I enjoyed knowing Gavin, he brought a lot of warmth and laughter to our group gatherings.
Camilla and Phil Tate
September 27, 2008
I am sorry for the family. Gavin was a friendly guy. I'm sure he will be missed.
When we were very young Gavin was always the smiling jokester. He always kept that good humor around him.
Kim & Bill Kelly
September 27, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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