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Elma Morgan Obituary
FAIRBORN — Elma "Cotton" Morgan, our beloved mother, went to be with Jesus on October 24, 2017. She was born June 14th, 1933 at home in Rockhouse, Paintsville, KY. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James H. Morgan with whom she shared 46 years; her loving mother, Hazel Preston Lemaster; father, Arthur "Buck" Preston; her 3 brothers, Glen Preston, Johnny Preston and Leonard Preston and her 3 sisters, Ruby Williams, Avis "Carol" Hensley and Sylvia "Sue" Jenkins. She is survived by one brother and one sister, Lloyd "Buddy" Lemaster and Corena Stephens. Cotton also leaves behind her 4 daughters, Deborah (James) Rosebrougyh, Rhonda (Richard) Baer, Teresa (Don) Beck and Lisa (Ed) Oliver; grandchildren, James Rosebrough Jr., Richawna Bowling, Jason Rosebrough, Roxann Baer, Cheryl Ison, Crystal Colaric, Sabrina Justice, Danielle Shoemaker and Richard "Ricky" Baer II and 10 great grandchildren, Noah, Andrew, Garrett, Clayton, Antonio, Gabriel, James Morgan, Ella, Taylor and Orion. Cotton enjoyed crocheting, baking, playing cards, porcelain dolls and loved Christmas but most of all she cherished being surrounded by family and loved the company of good friends. She was a happy, smart, kind and fun loving person who will be missed dearly by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Visitation will be from 6pm-8pm Friday, October 27th, 2017 at Burcham-Tobias Funeral Home, 119 E. Main St., Fairborn, OH. Funeral service will be at 10am, Saturday, October 28th at the funeral home with burial to follow at Byron Cemetery, 3256 Trebein Rd, Fairborn, OH. A special thank you to Grace Hospice for the excellent care she was given, especially to nurse, Cheryl Ward; nurse aid Pat Holley and director Megan Reynolds. She loved them and appreciated the care they gave her in her time of need. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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lisa oliver
November 5, 2017
Thank you mommy for giving me a good life and showing me how to be a good person ,and love my family and God . give Daddy a kiss for me. love you both . your baby girl Lisa
Sabrina Justice
November 1, 2017
Granny Cotton,
I want you to know how grateful I am for all you have done and been for me in this life. Growing up with a single mom wasn't easy, but you were always there for me no matter what it was. You gave me some of the most incredible childhood memories anyone could ever ask for. You were always ready with a smile, kiss or cuddle, and as I got older you were always ready to give me your advice. I'm so grateful for the bond that we had. I always joked and said you would never die, that you were invincible. At times, I really thought you were! Thank you for being the incredible grandmother you were. I admire you so much! I know you will always be there to guide and protect me.
Love Always,
Bree
Pat Holley
October 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss. She was loved like my own. Proud to be a part of her life. Prayers for the family.
Sharon Himes(York)
October 27, 2017
Debbie, Rhonda, Teresa, and Lisa:
Reflecting on times gone by and remembering your Mom's happy spirit and contagious laughter.
So sorry for your loss.
Donald&Kaye Richardson
October 26, 2017
To SABERINA JUSTICE
And Morgan. Family
Sending love and prayers So Sorry for your loss
Mamma Kaye & Donnie Richardson
11 Sycamore Street
Winchester, Kentucky 40391
Shirley Miller
October 26, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Cotton was like a mother to me and you all were my sisters. We know she is in heaven . Prayers are with you.
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