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Leonard Vaughn Obituary

Leonard Wood Vaughn, 74, Topeka, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at a Topeka nursing home. He was born Dec. 12, 1930, in Independence, to Roosevelt Vaughn and Margaret Everett-Vaughn. Mr. Vaughn was a member of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. Survivors include a brother, Clifford E. Vaughn, Pittsburgh; three sisters, Retha Byrd and Letha Dickens, both of Topeka, and Jerilene Nash; an aunt, Thelma Hoard, Chanute; and an uncle, Carl Vaughn, Denver. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. Burial will be in Mount Auburn Cemetery. Mr. Vaughn will lie in state after 10 a.m. Thursday at the church. Bowser-Johnson Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jan. 26, 2005.

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Fern "Grubbs" Williams

January 27, 2005

We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your love one. We will continue keep you up in prayer. God will be your pillow of strength in the time of need.

John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me.



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Linda Jeffrey

January 26, 2005

Mother Byrd, Mother Dickens and Family,



It is difficult to handle emotions and daily, necessary tasks when one we love passes away suddenly. You were so kind to your brother. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I believe our Heavenly Father will take care of you. You will be strengthened and comforted.

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