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Paul Kersh Obituary
Mr. Kersh was a active resident of Sunnybrook Estates in Madison, MS until he became ill this June. He resided with his wife Mary in the independent living community.
Paul retired from the Illinois Central Railroad after 32 years of service. He also worked for McCarty Holman 10 years after his retirement from the railroad.
Mr. Kersh was a member of Riverwood Bible Church for 35 years and served as deacon there. He said "The joy of the Lord is my strength" when he celebrated his 100th birthday there and sang his favorite hymn "Face to Face". Paul Kersh attributed his longevity to the grace of God.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Mary Nola Reeves-Kersh, his son and daughter in-law Russell Kersh and Michelle Kersh, and granddaughters Amanda Kersh and Lenaee Butler. In his old neighborhood of North Jackson Mr. Kersh had many children who loved him and call him "Pap Paw".
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008 from Riverwood Bible Church.
Visitation will be between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m. today at Wright and Ferguson on High Street.
Interment will follow the service in Cedarlawn Cemetery in Jackson.
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Libby Sills Skinner
August 13, 2008
Mrs. Kersh, Russell and family,
I am Luther and Louise Sills' daughter, Libby. I live in California now but keep up with the Jackson news via the online Clarion-Ledger. I was saddened to read of Mr. Kersh's passing away. You and Mr. Kersh were great friends to Mother and Daddy, and they loved getting together with you both. Daddy passed away in 1980, and Mother died in April of last year. My sister, Irene, and her family live in Texas. I have fond memories of visiting with you, Mr. Kersh, Russell, and your mother, Mrs. Reeves, during my growing-up years. My condolences to all of you.
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Michael and Faye Magee
August 13, 2008
Our greatest sympathy to the family. All have meant so much to us. For many years. Freindship and joy for ever.
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