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Jack DURDEN Obituary
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DURDEN, Jack P. Jack P. Durden, 89, of Jonesboro, died on February 12. He served his country in the Army during World War II and survived 42 months in Japanese POW camps. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Wylene Durden; sons and their spouses, Greg Durden (Debra) of Jonesboro and Keith Durden (Penny) of Griffin; grandchildren Andrew Durden of Decatur, Emily Durden Yancey (Elliott) of Griffin, Joshua Sanders (Shaun) of Douglasville, and Montana Durden Baertschiger (Paul) of Jackson; and 4 great-grandchildren. The body was donated to the Emory University School of Medicine.
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Linda Caldwell Hutchins
February 16, 2013
Andrew, I am so sorry about the loss of your grandfather. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Hold onto your memories!
Jane Maples
February 16, 2013
We always enjoyed seeing Mr. Durden at band and football events at Jonesboro High. He was a true patriot. Peace be to you and the family.
Tom and Joyce Smith
February 15, 2013
So sorry to hear this our prayers are with you all.
February 15, 2013
This world has no sadness that God can not heal. May you find comfort in knowing that He is with you.
C Johnson
Joan & Tom Murphy
February 15, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about this. He sounds like he had many interesting stories that you will miss hearing again. Peace be with you all.
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