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PEORIA - Master Sgt. George Russell Obery, 72 years, formerly of Peoria, passed away peacefully at his home in Tucson, Ariz., on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, surrounded by family and friends.
Retired from the Navy and Air Force, George served our nation faithfully for 23 years.
George worked for the Air National Guard as a recruiter for 13 years in Peoria, Ill.
He is survived by his wife and best friend, Marie; his children, Robert (Joan) Obery and Marcella Walker; stepdaughter, Dee Felix; grandchildren, Daniel Smith, Kaylee Courtney, Paul Raposo and Dominic Orozco; and many loving friends.
A memorial service will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, at American Legion Post 36, 5845 E. 22nd St., Tucson, Ariz.
Arrangements are by Brings Broadway Chapel in Tucson, Ariz., (520) 296-7193.
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Jenay Obrien
January 28, 2011
My sincere condolences for the loss of your dear husband and father. I'm sure you miss him so very much already. Life seems to fly by all too quickly. May you find comfort in God's eternal purpose and peace during this difficult time. Spread your wings and fly my friend
Thinking of you,
Jenay
Phylis Stewart
January 27, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy goes to Marcella and Bob, also to Marie, and all his family. We have all lost a great friend. He will be missed greatly by me, and all my family. Love always, Phylis Stewart, and the Marlowe,s
Steve Rockwell
January 27, 2011
My Condolences to your loss.
Gary & Nancy Kellogg
January 27, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.George was always willing to help and lend a hand if he could.
"Do not stand by my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die."
By Mary E. Frye
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January 25, 2011
Marie and family,George will be missed by many but loved by all,Our prayers are with you.
`Kathy&Ed Henely, Tucson,Arizona
Diane Boles
January 24, 2011
Thanks for 48 years of laughter when ever we saw each other or talked. God Speed old friend. Dee
CRYSTAL PARROTT
January 24, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Laurel & John Reeve
January 24, 2011
Marie, Dee and family ~
I am so sorry for your loss. John and I really liked George. He was such a sweet man. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
John Pile
January 23, 2011
George you will be greatly missed by the many people who's lives you touched. God Bless you George Obery
January 22, 2011
I love you Dad. You are my hero. I will miss you so very much....
Spread your wings and fly.
Marcella Walker
January 22, 2011
I love you Dad. You are my hero. I will miss you so very much....
Gary Hurst, SMSgt ret.
January 19, 2011
"George you will be missed. You were a great asset to the I82nd for many years. My condolence to you Marie, your children, grandchildren and George's extended family."
Jeanne Wallace
January 18, 2011
I worked with George many many years ago, but have never forgotten his infectious laugh and what a great friend he was to work with. My sympathy to Robert and Marcella (who were pre-school when I knew your Father)and his extended family.
Patrick Hughes
January 18, 2011
George you were a great fiend and comrade and you will be missed.
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