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Avery Katz Obituary
AVERY K. KATZ, 88, retired, of Cordova, formerly of Mississippi Gulf Coast, died Sunday, May 27, 2007 at his residence. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until service time at 10 a.m. Friday, June 1 at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar, Mr. Katz was a member of Faith Anglican Church, was a World War II veteran, and a Coast Guard Auxiliary-Commodore. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret B. Katz. He leaves two daughters, Peggy K. Tribble of Cordova and Mary Alissandratos of Smyrna; and four grandchildren, Louis D. Hamric III, Charles A. Hamric, Andrew J. Alissandratos, and Nicholas A. Alissandratos. Memphis Funeral Home 901-725-0100To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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MaryBeth Matesich
June 1, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
God's peace be with you.
Joe and Mary Beth Matesich
Helen Perkins
June 1, 2007
You and your family are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
Dewey Hemphill
June 1, 2007
Peggy, and all of Mr. Katz's family, my prayers are with you in your time of grief. God's blessings and grace on each of you.
Lisa Hamlin
May 30, 2007
You and your family are with me in thought and prayer. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
John Miller and Laura George
May 30, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pat Miller
May 30, 2007
My heart and thoughts are with you daily as I know this time will seem endless. My you find peace.
Susan VanLandingham
May 29, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Reverend Russell Gourley
May 29, 2007
Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences in your time of loss. Your Odyssey Team
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