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David Pearson Obituary

David Pearson, age 62, of West Frankfort, departed this life Wednesday, June 22, 2011, in Franklin Hospital.He was born May 4, 1949, in Christopher, the son of Thomas and Ferna (Taylor) Pearson. He was married to Tedra Gipson on January 1, 1971. He was a born again Christian and member of Townmount Baptist Church. He was a Viet Nam Veteran serving in the Navy. David worked many years as a coal miner and retired from Coal Age in Whittington. David is survived by his wife: Tedra Pearson of West Frankfort; sons: David Ray Pearson, Jr. and wife Jamie of West Frankfort, Devin Ray Pearson and wife Camille of Wilson, South Carolina; grandchildren: Nick, Derek, Cameron, and Owen; brother: Don Pearson and wife Billye of West Frankfort; sisters: Donna Toler and husband Carroll of Thompsonville, Florida, Brenda Mayberry and husband John of Eldorado. Preceded by his parents and brother Robert Pearson. A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, June 25, 2011, in Town Mount Baptist Church with Rev. Carroll Toler officiating. Friends of the David Pearson family are asked to go directly to the church on Saturday. Varis-Stone Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

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Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader from Jun. 23 to Jun. 25, 2011.

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Brenda Schloss

June 28, 2011

Tedra, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. I am so glad that you and David came by and visited me when I was at my brothers. You both have always had a special place in my heart. Love and prayers to you all.

Leuna Bagwell

June 27, 2011

Tedra, My heart goes out to you and your sons in the loss of David. You were such a good friend to my family in your help with both Mom and Daddy, but then we lost touch after Daddy's passing. Please know you are in my prayers.

June 26, 2011

To the family of David, I was a classmate with him. We went to school together all 12 years . I hadn't seen him for some time . please accept my deepest sympathy . Your family is in my prayers. Mary (Bourland) Hamburger

Rosanne/Orval Nangle

June 25, 2011

David was a good, decent person, and we are all diminished by this loss. I am so sorry for all that David was taken so soon. It seems like only yesterday that we saw both of you in St. Augustine.

sally holland

June 24, 2011

tedra, i was broken hearted to hear of david's passing. although i have known you your entire life, i just met david about 5 years ago and i am so thankful i was able to meet and know him. he was one of Gods chosen men. you and the boys are in my prayers. love you.

June 24, 2011

Tedra, Davey & Devin, We are so sorry for your loss. David was a special man who loved you all very much. Our boys sure had fun with him in your pool many years ago. May your memories bring you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Robbie, Peggy & Shauna Stanley & Justin Conley and family.

Brenda Hoffner [Downs}

June 24, 2011

Tedra,I am very sorry to hear about David.He was a great man.He will be missed terribly.You and the family will be in my prayers.

June 24, 2011

Tedra our hearts are with you , Devin and David at this time of sorrow, Samdy Johnson

June 24, 2011

Mom and I were saddened to hear of David's death. Prayers to all.
Margaret Todd & Peggy Todd Schumann

June 24, 2011

Tedra, I am so sorry to hear of David's death. You and your family our in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless Pam (Arnette) Weaver

Debbie Brown - Grammer

June 23, 2011

So Sorry for the loss of David... He was a very special man. May God bless you all at this time.

Gail Thomas

June 23, 2011

Tedra, I am so glad I got to visit with David just the other day. I have thought about both of you so much since. Bless your hearts. I will be praying for both of you. Gail

Janis Young

June 23, 2011

Tedra, I am so very sorry about David. It is rare to meet and know two people who were just meant to be together. You two were. My heart goes out to you and to your family. We will see the ones we love again though. That is our promise from our Heavenly Father.
Love to you and your family,

June 23, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of David's death. You and your family are in our thoughts. Phyllis (Koy) Boldrey

Sherri Murphy

June 23, 2011

Your family is precious and your love for David (and his for you) has been evident to all for many years. God bless you all with His Peace and strength.

June 23, 2011

Tedra, We are so sorry to hear about David. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Praise God for His promise of eternal life for those who place their faith and trust in Him. I know we will see David again some day! Love you, Jayma and Steve dook

Candy Hood

June 23, 2011

Tedra, I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. He fought a long, hard battle but has attained perfect healing with Jesus. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He and Rob are catching up now. Love you, dear friend.

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