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Ora GRESHAM Obituary

GRESHAM - Ora Lee (nee Funderburk) Entered into eternal rest August 7, 2013; loving wife of Leon H. Gresham; cherished mother of Christopher H. (Kaye Lynn) Gresham Esq.; grandmother of Hannah and Christopher; dearest sister of George Funderburk; also survived by nieces, nephews; a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Monday, 11 AM at St. John Baptist Church, 184 Goodell St., where a Celebration of Life will follow at 12 noon. Rev. Michael Chapman officiating. Entombment Serenity Mausoleum, Forest Lawn Cemetery. At the request of Mrs. Gresham, there will be no prior visitation. Arrangements by THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Published by Buffalo News on Aug. 11, 2013.

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September 9, 2013

Leon and Chris
James and I want to offer our deepest condolence to you and the family.
James and Joyce King, Fort Wayne, IN
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Sharon & Archie Amos

August 29, 2013

Leon and Chris,
We share in the sadness of your loss, but we rejoice in the promise of our Lord and Savior.

Ken & Karen Andrews

August 14, 2013

Leon ,,Our hearts were saddened when we heard the news of Ora's passing. She really touched our hearts with our annual cards and especially the beautiful sweater she gave our son as he was born. You both have been wonderful neighbors and we will miss her.

Bertha Brewer

August 13, 2013

our prayers are with You,and Family. Ora, a beautiful life, well lived

Doug&Brenda Sanford

August 12, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Miriam Beale

August 12, 2013

Dear Leon & Family, I value the friendship and correspondence with Ora over the years. We thank the Lord for her life and faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Praise God for His precious promise of eternal life in John 3:16. In His Love, Miriam Beale, Johnson City, NY

Gregory Ashley

August 12, 2013

To Leon, Chris, and family...I extend my deepest condolences, thoughts, and prayers

Kelley Patton

August 12, 2013

Gresham Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.

The Patton Family - Jimmy, Coralyn, Kelley, and Brandon

Frederic J. Tinch

August 12, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Denise Brown Henderson

August 11, 2013

I am so sorry that I cannot be there with you to celebrate the life of an amazing woman I loved so much! You and Christopher are in my prayers.

DeeDee & Clarence Grant

August 11, 2013

Leon, my deepest sympathy to you and your family in the passing of Ora Lee. May God bless and keep you during this time. My prayers are with you.

Earl Lynch

August 11, 2013

Dear Leon and Family,

We share in the loss of your beloved Ora Lee. We shall miss seeing her in church, but know she's with our Lord. Our sincere sympathy and prayers.

Earl and Ruth

John and Regine Barlow

August 11, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer (Wallace) Castillo

August 11, 2013

Dear Mr. Gresham and Chris, I was deeply sorry to hear about Mrs. Gresham. I cherished our friendship and will miss that sweet voice. Be comforted in knowing she is in a better place. Always remember: there is no sorrow on earth that Heaven cannot heal. God Bless!

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