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Leroy Waters Obituary

WATERS Leroy J. Waters Jr., 94, formerly of Oxford, Mass., passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2009 in Columbus, Oh. after a short illness. His wife of 7 years, SHELLY PEAKS-WATERS passed away the next day on Wednesday. They leave to mourn their loss, step-children, Danielle, Shelley D., Ronald and Michael Peaks. He also leaves three daughters, Susan Sibley and her husband, John of Oxford, Mass., Sharon Gallagher of Marlton, N.J., and Pamela Garre and her husband, Russell; grandchildren, John and Patrick Sibley, Sean, Scott and Meghan Gallagher, Jessie Caprioli, and Mathieu Butler; and three great-granddaughters, Raychel Lynne Sibley, Bianca Verdolino, and Skye Marie Gallagher. He also leaves his sister, Amy Grampetro; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years Regina (Pariseau) Waters, his parents Leroy J Waters Sr. and Elizabeth Waters, his two brothers Lloyd and Roland, his four sisters Bertelle Kulakusky, Ina DesRosiers, Lila Anderson, June Czesnowski, and Jeanne Rubin. Family will receive friends Sunday 5-7 p.m. at the Chapel of EDWARDS FUNERAL SERVICE, 1166 Parsons Ave., [614] 444-3200. www.EdwardsFuneralService.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jun. 20, 2009.

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Donna Scully Gerani

June 25, 2009

Susan, Sharon & Pam,
I was so sorry to hearing of your dad's passing; he was a wonderful man. I have many fond memories of our families spending time together. He will be in my prayers. Donna

Patty Talbot

June 24, 2009

Jessie and Family~

We are sorry to hear about your grandfather's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Patty and Tony

June 22, 2009

Sue, Sharon & Pam,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I have many happy memories of your Mom, Dad, Mabe & John. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fondly,
Kathy Provost

10th foor staff

June 22, 2009

We got to know Leroy when his wife was on our unit. Everyone (staff and patients)enjoyed when he played the piano. People would gather around him to listen and make requests!
He will be missed and always remembered!
10th floor staff

Ginger Carfora

June 21, 2009

My condolences to the family. I was a friend of Shelly's. I had never met Roy but I heard a lot about him from Shelly. she loved him dearly.
I am very sorry for you lose.

Nellie, Dan, Julie, & Rhianna Labay

June 21, 2009

Jessie & Family

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather. May you find peace, strength, and comfort during this sorrowful time. You are in our thoughts and prayers!

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