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Gregory Poling Obituary
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POLING, Gregory A. age 49, of Vandalia, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2010 at his residence after his courageous battle with ocular melanoma. He was born July 24, 1961 in Dayton, Ohio. Greg was an employee of IMDS, formerly Leis Medical where he was a loyal, dedicated employee and friend for over 15 years. He worked actively in the machining industry for 30 years. Greg was an avid NASCAR & drag racing fan, but was truly the biggest fan of his two sons and sharing in all of their activities. Preceded in death by his father, Robert Poling, Greg is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Bonnie (Cottenmyre); 2 sons, Zachary & Cody; his mother, Barbara; grandmother, Anna Lewis; step-mother, Alberta Poling; 3 brothers, Tom (Deana), Mark & Duane; 3 sisters, Sherry, Connie & Mandy; mother-in-law & father-in-law, Tony & April Cottenmyre; special Aunt, Brenda Cottenmyre and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, November 9 at the First Baptist Church, 140 Elva Ct., Vandalia with Pastor David Starry officiating. Burial to follow at Poplar Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Morton & Whetstone Funeral Home, 139 S. Dixie Dr., Vandalia on Monday from 5-8 pm. Greg was a devoted husband, was a loving father to Zach & Cody and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Poling
Vicki Kelly
November 21, 2010
To The Poling Family,
I just wanted to let you know how sorry we are about Greg. Our prayers and thoughts are with the Poling Family.
Vicki Farley Kelly And Family
Dean Farley
November 11, 2010
To the Family of Greg Poling,
I’ve lost a cousin and my heart is broken. But you have lost a husband and a father and I can’t even begin to imagine what that must be like. So my heart, my thoughts and my prayers go to you as you struggle to deal with this. May God comfort you and help you through this very difficult time.
Dean Farley and Family
David Richeson
November 9, 2010
Greg was good! He was a great friend. He was always thoughtful of others. He had faith and his life displayed it. My life is better for knowing him. R.I.P. my friend.
Karla Nicklaus
November 8, 2010
Dear Bonnie, Zach, and Cody,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be praying for you all. There are no words to fully describe how our hearts break for you at this time. May you find peace and comfort in God and in the love you shared with Greg and you share with one another. God Bless you all.
Karla Nicklaus, Alex McAnaul and Family
Natalie Strever
November 8, 2010
Unlce Greg, I miss you so much....there will always be a place in my heart for you....please look out for me and visit me from time to time. I love you, Natalie.
Sherry Stegall
November 8, 2010
To my loving, caring, Brother Greg, You will always be a light in my life. Thinking of you always, and see you soon!
Love
Sherry
Nick Taulbee
November 8, 2010
Bonnie and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies in this time of sorrow.
Greg was also part of our large family at work, and will be dearly missed, but never forgotten.
God Bless you.
Mark Marshall
November 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 7, 2010
Bonnie and family, My deepest sympathies to you. Sending you comforting thoughts during this difficult time. My heart goes out to you.
Missy Sansabrino, FDSN
Christina Carpenter
November 7, 2010
To the Family of Greg Poling ~ my deepest symapathies to you during your time of grief. May your memories and Love help you find comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
bob callender
November 7, 2010
Bonnie and Family
Greg was one of a kind. He will be dearly missed. God does have a place for him.
Bob & Joyce Callender
Brian Blosser
November 7, 2010
Tom,I pray that God will give you strength during this time. Praying for you and your family
November 7, 2010
Dear Bonnie & family,
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Remember your friends are here in time of need.
Joe Braden & Family
November 7, 2010
Bonnie,Zach,and Cody,
our hearts and prayers go out to you in this time of your loss. we are all very saddened by this.Please remember that all your friends are here for you in any way you need. Please don't hesitate to call.you. Always in our prayers.
Kim & Hannah Rehmert
Rev James & Joyce (Garrett) Jones
November 7, 2010
We are so very sorry for your great lose. Knew Greg from the Pillar of Truth. You are all in our prayers. Pastor James and Joyce (Garrett) Jones and family
November 6, 2010
Bonnie, Zach and Cody,
Words can't express the sorrow we feel at your loss. Please accept our condolences, and if there is anything we can do for you, don't hesitate to call. You are all in our prayers.
Rex, Marlene, Peter and Benjamin Borton
November 6, 2010
Bonnie, Zach, and Cody -
We were deeply saddened to hear of Greg's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you will find comfort and strength within your family and support system. I know their love will help you get through this sad time. May God be with you and your family during this time and always.
Steve, Missy, Samantha, and Steven Stein
November 6, 2010
Dear Bonnie and Sons, I hope in time that memories will help lesson the sorrow, and that you will find comfort knowing others care and share in your loss of Greg. Sincerely, Sharon McCullah "Those who live in hearts of others never die"
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