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Gregory Gilkerson Obituary

PLEASANTVILLE: Gregory C. Gilkerson, 46, Pleasantville, passed August 7, 2009.
Formerly of Logan and Lancaster. He worked for Adena Ridge RV, graduated from Lancaster H.S. and served in the Army. Greg loved the outdoors, playing practical jokes, and playing with the grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Beth; step daughters, Leah Carsey of Pleasantville, Cara Carsey and fiance, Jonathan Watkins of Reynoldsburg; grandchildren, Trinity and Jase Watkins; mother, Marti George; mother-in-law, Ginny (Bob) Farley; father-in-law, Ralph (Terri) George; sisters, Becky (Dave) Cain, Jana (Chuck) Lamb; brothers, Randy and Jim Gilkerson; sister-in-laws, Melissa (Tom) Straits, Maria (Mike) Wolfe; former step mom, Marie Gilkerson; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, step brothers and sisters; close friends, Doug, Dana, Eric, Leif, Bernice, Kevin, Stacy, Judy, and many other friends.
Preceded in death by father, James Gilkerson; and grandparents.
Cremation will take place.
Greg will be remembered the way he wanted, by sharing memories, this will take place Saturday, August 15 from 5-8 p.m. at 106 E. Columbus St. in Pleasantville. In lieu of flowers please contribute to your favorite organization.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Aug. 11, 2009.

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