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2015
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Larry CRESS Obituary
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CRESS, Larry E. Age 72 of West Milton, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2015 in his residence. He was born in San Luis Obispo, California on January 20, 1943 the son of Ralph Clinton & Ada Mae (Augustine) Cress. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and Air Force. He was a member of the Ginghamsburg United Methodist Church where he was very active with the Habitat for Humanity and Missions projects. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, boating, fixing cars and collecting many items of interest. He is survived by his children Tina (Chris) Hutchinson and Anthony Cress, granddaughters Heather and Erica, great grandchildren Renaldi and Lex, and brothers Jeff and Gary. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Dennis and Randy and sisters Jennifer and Janet. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, February 27, 2015 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the BLESSING-ZERKLE FUNERAL HOME, 11900 N. Dixie Dr., Tipp City. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Virgil Gallagher officiating. The family will also receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Bethel Cemetery, Phillipsburg. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Larry's memory to Ginghamsburg United Methodist Church, 6759 S. County Road 25A, Tipp City, Ohio 45371 or to Habitat for Humanity, % Ginghamsburg United Methodist Church, or to the American Cancer Society for Prostrate Cancer, 2800 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.blessingfh.com.
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Sponsored by Zerkle Funeral Home & Cremation Svcs at Forest Hills - Tipp City Formerly Blessing Funeral Home.
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Pamela Hale
March 30, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I apologize for the late message. I had been out of town and didn't hear about his passing. Larry and I stood and talked before services at Ginghamsburg and was always bragging about the family. You could tell how much he LOVED you all. I was in such shock it took me a couple weeks to seek out his obit. I sure hope you are able to remember good times about Larry to comfort you through this difficult time. We all said he died doing something we can easily picture him doing for someone other than himself. Pamela Hale
February 26, 2015
Tina and Family - I'm so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in all your memories. You are surrounded by many near and far that care for you and holding you close.
Cyndi Griffith
Cheryl
February 25, 2015
Larry will always be remembered for having a smile on his face. He was so proud of his children and grandchildren, too. He also loved Ginghamsburg Church where we met. I will never forget the memories we made at Lake Cumberland. I wish nothing but peace and healing for his children and grandchildren. May God bless you. Love, Cheryl
February 25, 2015
Dear Family,
May your warm memories bring you comfort and may the God of all comfort be with you.
Bob Pfeiffer
February 25, 2015
Cherish the memories.God bless!
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Feb
27
Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Zerkle Funeral Home & Cremation Svcs at Forest Hills - Tipp City11900 N. Dixie Drive, Tipp City, OH 45371
Feb
28
Memorial service
11:00 a.m.
Zerkle Funeral Home & Cremation Svcs at Forest Hills - Tipp City11900 N. Dixie Drive, Tipp City, OH 45371
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