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Ralph Gill Obituary
MISHAWAKA - Ralph Kenneth Gill Jr., 78, eldest child of Ralph Kenneth Gill Sr., who died in 1997, and Mabel Alice (Matchett) Gill, who died in 1983. Ralph was born Nov. 26, 1929, in Mishawaka. He was the big brother of Betty, who died at birth in 1934; Betty Penrod of Mishawaka, Mary Foos, who died in 1992, Carol Klein of Granger, IN, Shirley Young of Plymouth, Richard and Robert of Mishawaka, and James of Texas. He was the loving father of three daughters, Sharon (Dennis) Vanden Bossche, Georgia (Robert) Gill-Elkins and Debra Sue, who died in 1967; three sons, Robert, who died in 1949, Dwayne (Darlene) and David (Jean), all of Mishawaka. He was grandfather to nine grandchildren, Cody (Darcy) Vanden Bossche, Tammy (Jeff) Thompson, Robert Elkins, Roxanne (Grady) Woods, Michael (Shannon) Yeakey, David Gill, Crystal (Bobby) Stremme, Melissa Gill, Shawn Gill, Ashley Gill and Justin (deceased 1975); and great-grandfather to 18 great-grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews and cousins also survive Ralph. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Deverter Gill of Silverwood, IN, Myrtle Mae Treely of Mishawaka, James W. Matchett and Georgie Marie Starrett of Plymouth; and his step-grandfather, Leonard "Pops" Starrett. He loved his family and cherished his moments with them all. Ralph married Harriet Soule on July 9, 1949, and she survives. Ralph attended schools in the Plymouth and Mishawaka areas. He was also enlisted in the National Guard. Ralph worked for many years for Silvercup Bakery, also the Studebaker Corp., and retired from Patrick Industries. For a few years he and Harriet also owned and operated The Avenue Restaurant on Mishawaka Avenue in Mishawaka. Ralph was also involved with CB radios and went by the name of "Arkie" for many years. He was involved with REACT during that time. He was a member of the First Church of God in Mishawaka and Community Church of God where he was the head usher for both, and loved going to their campgrounds at Yellow Creek. He loved to piddle in his garden and also loved doing woodworking projects and gifted his grandchildren with many of his creations. Ralph was also a Pvt. E1 in the National Guard in 1954, and chairman of the BSA Cub Pack 109 in 1963-1964 with his son in Mishawaka. Ralph will be missed by his many friends and family. He will be buried next to his daughter, Debra, at Fairview Cemetery. Viewing will be today from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 N. Main Street, Mishawaka, where funeral services will take place on Wednesday at 1 p.m., and visitation will also be held one hour before services. Rev. Ervin Mize and Rev. Denver Burns will be conducting the funeral services. Welcome Our Dad Home A page turned quietly today In tears we watched you fade away God decided it was time To Gather you to His side. He wanted to set you free To take you to a better place Peacefully free from pain. We held your hand tightly As you left your earthly home. We will miss you dearly But we knew you had to go. Father, we thank you for this man And all his earthly days. Father, now he comes to You. Although we're very sad, We know he's in Your loving care. We're glad he was our father; That we had the honor of knowing him. Though we will miss him in the days ahead, We would never want to call him back To a world of suffering that he left. So God, we have but one favor; Please welcome our Dad home. Georgia Gill-Elkins June 15, 2008 Father's Day
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for Ralph Gill
Sponsored by Your Daughters.
Sharon
June 12, 2023
It is coming upon your 15th Anniversary of your going to meet the Lord. You are still thought of fondly here on earth.
Love and miss you.
Your Daughter,
Sharon
Sharon Vanden Bossche
June 11, 2020
Hi Dad, it is coming upon the 12 anniversary of you going home to Jesus and you are still dearly missed.
Since I have your ear, could I please ask a big favor of you? Would you please ask the Dear Lord if he will place his loving hands upon this Country and the World and save it from the destruction that is going on by his nemesis . You see things have changed for the worst since you were last here, and it is most scary to say the least.
You now have many Great Grandchildren and Great Nieces and Nephews that you were not able to place your loving arms around and spoil with your love, but I am sure you already know that. I have found several family members that were lost to us and relish in knowing them. There are some who have come to see you and I hope that your reunion was great.
Dad I am scared for the family and the young ones at this time, so would you ask for this favor of love and forgiveness.
I love and miss you, miss talking with you and sharing all the new things that have happened. Guide and protect us, as I hope and pray that Jesus will also guide and protect.
With all my love, Your Daughter
Sharon
Sharon Vanden Bossche
May 13, 2019
Dad,
In a few days it will be 11 long years since you left us. Still missing you!!
Your Daughter,
Sharon
Sharon Bossche
November 21, 2018
Thinking of you today like most days. Tried to make your Spaghetti, it just wasn't the same.
Sharon Vanden Bossche
June 14, 2016
It has been 8 long years and your are still missed!!
Sharon Vanden Bossche
June 14, 2016
Dad,, it has been 8 long years since you left us. Missing you still!!
Sharon Vanden Bossche
June 15, 2014
It has been 6 years since you left us and your are still dearly missed.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
November 27, 2013
Happy Birthday
I was feeling kind of blue
Until I found a penny at my feet
This little coin I found reminded me of you
I reached down and picked it up
And held it near my heart
When I find a penny
I sometimes feel you near
I know you are watching from heaven
Watching over all of us
I still love you daddy
From the bottom of my soul
Oh and by the way Happy Birthday.
Georgia Gill-Elkins ©Nov. 26, 2013
November 26, 2013
Well, Dad today is your Birthday! Happy Birthday!! Miss you very much!!
Love ya!!
Sharon
Georgia Gill-Elkins
January 6, 2013
Well Dad a new year has begun, it is now 2013 and I miss you every day. For you birthday we went to the cemetery; Sharon, Dennis, David, Bob and I had our coffee and we brought one for you and mom. Sorry we forgot the donuts. Thanksgiving came and went and no one was pinched on the tush. Christmas was a good day, shared it with Sharon and Denny, Tammy and Jeff, Robb and Alana and her two boys Jacob and Ethan, Austin and Blake and Colton. We ended the day with a euchre game. I knew you are near because you keep undoing my shoe laces. Missed you and Mom bunches during the holidays.
Love Ya
Georgia
Sharon
June 17, 2012
Well Dad it has been 4 years now since you left us with broken hearts, still missing you. There have been some good people who have went since then and I am sure that it has been a very good reunion.
On July 29th we are holding a Cousin's Reunion with all the families, Gill, Soule, Colvin, Martz and many others and we will be having a Memorial Table with pictures of those who have left us, We want you all there at this reunion, looking down on us, helping us to reminence all the good times. Love ya and miss you.
Sharon
Georgia Gill-Elkins
November 26, 2011
Sharon, Daivd and I came to visited you today, brought you coffee and a doughnut. The other day I started to call and remembered I couldn't, Colton speaks of his Grandpa Puddin and he misses you too. Well just wanted to say hi and hear your voice. You know Pa, if heaven wasn't so far away I pack up the boys and come for the day, but that is not possible right, but it is a nice dream.. Today is your birthday and I wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday and that I miss you bunches.
Sharon
November 25, 2011
Dad,
Tommarrow is your Birthday and we will be there to share with you a cup of coffee.
We miss you and remember you often.
Love Ya!
Dave
November 2, 2011
Missing you and Mom so much.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
February 22, 2011
Rejoice
A Prayer of Thanks for Dad
I have all of Dad's ties
I rejoice in those ties
I rejoice in the untied shoes
Because they are reminders of Dad
I rejoice in the pictures I have
I rejoice in the man he was
I celebrate his life
Sure, there are tears
Moments of sorrow
Memories to hold onto
The ties were a part of his life
Reminders of his life
The gentleman he was
His kindness and generosity
Not one of us can fill his shoes
But I can use his ties
To remind me of him
Thanks God for giving me a great dad.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
February 22, 2011
Sharon Gill-Vanden Bossche
August 24, 2010
Missing you!
Georgia Gill-Elkins
August 14, 2010
Dear Mom & Dad, each day we think of you and I can say that you are dearly missed by those you left behind. It is so hard to beleive you have only been gone a short while, but to me it's been an eternity. I will do my best with the Lords guidance to face each new day and I am sure the others will too. We will contine to miss you both, but we know that you are in good hands. Hopefully one day we will all meet again.
Love ya much,
Your daughter
Carolyn White
June 19, 2010
My Dearest Uncle Ruff you are truely missed every day I know I am not your daughter but felt like one. Every fathers day you are in my heart for what greastest gift but letting you go to heaven to be with the GREATEST FATHER of all. Keep Aunt Harriet in line LOVE YOU BOTH
Georgia Gill-Elkins
June 18, 2010
Dad,
You're in our thoughts a lot lately
When our shoe laces come undone
We laugh, call out your name
We double knot them
Yet they come undone
We talk, we laugh
Share fond memories of you
Just like the other day
We shed a tear to know your near
Each untied lace reminds us
Within our family, you will forever be
So, never let your memory fade
Untie our shoes if you must.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
June 18, 2010
Sharon
June 17, 2010
Father's Day is approaching. Yellow roses grow in heaven, Lord pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Father's arms and tell him they are from me. Tell him that I love and miss him. When he turns to smile place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile, because remembering him is easy, I do it every day. There's an ache in my heart that will never go away.
Sharon
May 17, 2010
Hi Dad,
Mom is now with you, I hope that you and everyone else met her and welcomed her into the fold.
Still missing you greatly.
Love ya!
Georgia Gill-Elkins
January 7, 2010
Missing You
I cannot write the words
That can express my heart
There are times I wish you were here
I miss you and think of you often
I speak your name as I look upon your photo
No one knows how I feel or when I cry
I feel your love deep in my heart
We talk often on your memories
But now when I need your strength,
When I am blue a hug from you
I need you to take away the frown on my face
When heart aches become many
A hug from you would help
Tonight my heart aches for Mom
I need and miss you ever so much
I wish you could come back
And help me with her
Or to hear your voice saying
Pray it will be alright
Though I am really missing you tonight
I want you to know
Tthere will always be a place
In my heart just for you
I love you, Dad
Thank you for listening
Georgia Gill-Elkins
Jan. 7, 2010
Georgia Gill-Elkins
June 29, 2009
Dear Dad
If I could have but one more day
To tell you how I feel inside
The void of you not being here
The great loss without your love around me
If I could hear your voice
It would heal my heart
And life my spirit with joy
If I have one more day
I would tell you that I am sorry
For all the hard times I gave you
I would tell you that I need you
To hold my hand today
I'd tell you that I love you
If I had one more day
Now I long to see you smile
That little grin you had
To hear those words " I love you"
To hear you laugh as you always had
If only I had one last day
Oceans of tears fill my heart
Without you life has not been the same
Some days you seem so far away
Other days softer than a feather
Floating upon the breeze
Your memories, your spirit
Come in peaceful silence
Thoughts of you on a bright blue day
Come flowing like a gentle river
Into my sad heart
If we could turn back time
If I had just one more day
I'd tell you that of all the dads
You would still be my choice
Always know I love you
No one can take your place
You were here my entire life
A year has passed since your leaving
I need you in my heart even more
When I need you the most
Just like God I know you will be there
Your memory will not be erased
So God when you see my dad
Give him all my love.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
June 21, 2009
Sharon
June 15, 2009
Dad,
A year has come and gone and as always you are missed. We know that you are in a better place, no pain and we are sure that you are having quite a visit with all those that have gone before. I am sure it was a good homecoming for you because you went so peacefully, with only that single tear that escaped. It was hard to let you go but we also knew that you needed to.
We went to your grave today and decorated it and sat down and talked, also visited a few others while we were there and it was nice to remember you, but miss you.
Your Daughter
June 15, 2009
Ralph
It has been one year since you went to be with your Heavenly Father, there are ao many members of the family that had said how much you are missed. There is not a day goes by that Momma Charlie doesn't come sit on the arm of the chair looks at me and your empty Chair she is so sad. Cry Baby Charley misses you too, I miss you the most our annverisay, birthday, christmas you snicking the candy. There so much I could say but I will say I Loved you
your wife Harriet Mishawaka
Sharon
May 29, 2009
Dad,
Memorial Day has come and gone and your were missed. Around the campfire your memories were discussed and there was laughter about some of the events that had taken place years ago.
This Momorial Day just was not the same, knowing you were not around.
Love ya! and Miss ya!!
Georgia Gill-Elkins
May 27, 2009
Dear God,
If there is a special rose
In heavens garden
One of crimson red
Would you pick it for me
And deliver it to my father
And tell him that I love him
And that I miss him oh so much.
Fathers day is coming
And I cannot visit him
Because a year ago on fathers day
God you took him home
So when you give him the rose
Tell him that I know
We will meet again one day
Then together we will pick a rose
In the mist of heavens garden.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
May 26, 2009
Georgia Gill-Elkins
April 15, 2009
Dear Dad,
Easter came and went
You were greatly missed
But your presence lingered near
As memories of past Easters
Were discussed with you in mind
Linda spoke of you with love
Cody and the boys came by
Jeff pinched Mom on the leg
We all laughed
Because that is what you did
At one of the last meals
You ate with us
An after noon of quiet reflection
Gave way to ham, potatoes and cherry pie
Grand children and their Easter basket
Wondered where grandpa Puddin was
Pictures of them were taken
For future memories
We had fun, and laughter
Few tears were shed
All in all a good day passed
Just wish you were here
To enjoy it with us.
Love you daughter.
Sharon Vanden Bossche
January 10, 2009
Dad,
Christmas has come and gone and it just was not the same without you being here. You are missed.
Sharon Vanden Bossche
November 26, 2008
Happy Birthday Dad!
You are missed!!
Georgia Gill-Elkins
November 13, 2008
Dear Dad,
Before I went to bed,
Before I closed my eyes.
I had to let you know,
That I still love you so.
And that love is still strong.
Every monent we were together,
I hold dear in my hear.
I think of things we've done
Things you did out of love
The times you said "I love you",
Are etched on my heart.
So before I go to bed tonight
I just wanted you to know.
I said a prayer for you,
That God would bless you so.
That He would cradle you in his arms,
And keep you in his care.
I hope this makes you feel better,
If only for a while.
I'd gladly write a million,
If it would have only made you well.
In my heart I knew God
Had a better plan for you.
I know that this sounds crazy Dad
But I had to let you know.
I still love you,
From the bottom of my soul.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
Nov. 21, 2002
Sharon Vanden Bossche
November 12, 2008
Dad,
It has been 5 months since you left us and you are still missed greatly. There is not a day that does not go by, that you are not thought of. I still can clearly see your passing and knowing that you are in a far better place does give some reassurace, but the grief is still there. Know that you are loved and missed.
Your Daughter
Georgia Gill-Elkins
September 8, 2008
Celebrating My Father
When I was young
You gave me directions for life
Guidelines which you lovingly defined
You would causion me when I did wrong
Compliment me when I did good.
For this I celebrate you!
.
In you strength I found tenderness
In your eyes their was love
You gave me freedom to reach for my dreams
You helped me to stand alone
To make my own decisions
For this I celebrate you!
Though I sometimes took you for granted
You were my guide, my teacher
You let me have my independance
Letting go when the time was right
You let me learn things in my own way
For this I celebrate you!
Thank you for being there
When I needed you.
A am greatful for all you have done.
But I guess thats what
Being a Father is all about
For this I celebrate you!
Now Dad this is how it is
Between you and me
I love you and you love me
Thank you for not just being my father
But for being my friend
For this I celebrate you!
Georgia A. Gill-Elkins
June 17, 2001
Sharon
August 20, 2008
Dad,
You are still missed very much. Sorry that you had to go but realize too that you are in a far better place.
Georgia Gill-Elkins
July 28, 2008
Reflection
It has been years since Dad and I went fishing.
But as I stood on the bank of the river
Memories flooded my mind
I went back in time to my childhood
Dad took us fishing - taught us to bait our hooks
How to set the bobber and take off our own fish
Then a bobber bobbed in the water
The ripples reminded me of Dad
While reflecting on our fishing days
I realized that he taught me more than fishing
He taught me patience and about choices
Don't fish over there it's too weedy
All that brush in the water, you'll lose your bait
He was helping me to make the right choices in life
As I stood on the bank of the river I was his little girl again
I could hear him say "I'm proud of you Peanut"
He said that I was all the person and more
That he hoped I would grow up to be
I stood with tears streaming down my face
As I remembered those days
Maybe we didn't catch a single fish
But it was a wonderful time spent together
As father and daughter
Georgia Gill-Elkins
July 28, 2008
Sharon
July 24, 2008
Dad,
You are still missed.......
Tammy jeff Thompson
June 26, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
my grandfather was best grandfather there ever was i have all kinds of memories just too many to tell my grandfather will be surly missed but i well see him later i love you grandfather.
Paul and Erma Stuntz
June 25, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about Jr's death and want you to know that our thoughts and prayers go to all the family. We will miss him on our trips to Indiana. He was a lot of fun and we enjoyed him.
Carolyn Sue White(Warren)
June 25, 2008
My dear Uncle & family Thanks a bunch for being the family I needed after my mothers death. Uncle Ruff I will always LOVE you and miss you.
Roxanne Woods
June 20, 2008
Grandpa,
You will be greatly missed. We all love you and will see you again some day.
Roxanne, Grady, Taylor and Zachary
Sheila Waters
June 20, 2008
So sorry to hear of your dads passing, please let me know if I can do anything
(a friend of Dwayne, Dave, and Bobby)
Sheila Waters
June 20, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Bonita Laudeman
June 19, 2008
Dear Harriet and Family,
i was so glad that at Christmas I saw Ralph and you. It was a joy to return and see so many dear faces. I have several wood pieces that Ralph made for my office while I was at First Church and they have followed with me where ever the Lord has taken me. You are in my prayers. Much love,
Because He Lives,
Pastor Bonnie Laudeman...Buns
Georgia Gill-Elkins
June 18, 2008
Welcome Our Dad Home
A page turned quietly today
In tears we watched you fade away
God decided it was time
To Gather you to His side.
He wanted to set you free
To take you to a better place
Peacefully free from pain.
We held your hand tightly
As you left your earthly home.
We will miss you dearly
But we knew you had to go.
Father, we thank you for this man
And all his earthly days.
Father, now he comes to You.
Although we're very sad,
We know he's in Your loving care.
We're glad he was our father;
That we had the honor of knowing him.
Though we will miss him in the days ahead,
We would never want to call him back
To a world of suffering that he left.
So God, we have but one favor;
Please welcome our Dad home.
Georgia Gill-Elkins June 15, 2008 Father's Day
Published in the South Bend Tribune on 6/17/2008.
kenneth wilcox
June 18, 2008
hi iam kenneth wilcox iam was in react to i joined in 1987 your dad was a good guy to know he would always bring me up in good spirtes we will miss him
Ashley Gill
June 17, 2008
Grandpa, I truly miss you! I thank you for all of the wonderful memories that you gave to me to hold on to. You taught me so much growing up and I will never forget any of that! I love you and I miss you very much! One day we will meet again.. I know you didn't get to spend a lot of time w/ Aubrey but she will have all the memories from us that we will share with her!
Love Always,
Ashley, Jim & Aubrey
Jan Taylor
June 17, 2008
Harriet, and Family, I am so happy that I was able to see Ralph at church just a couple weeks ago, before I had to return back to Maryland. He was a speical man. I send you my prayers and thought at this time.
Laurie Yeakey
June 17, 2008
Dear Georgia and My Brother Bob.
I am so so sorry for your loss. Ralph was such a great man , I will miss him so, he is in a much better place with our Great Father above. One day we will all join him. I love you all. I will keep you all in my prayers
Love your sister in Oklahoma
Dan Rich
June 17, 2008
Sharon and Family,
I never had the pleasure to meet your father, but I am sure the Lord has a special place reserved for hime in his Garden of Eternal Light.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Dick Harmon
June 17, 2008
My condolances to the Gill family
June 17, 2008
Ralph-
We'll miss your smiles, hugs and sense of humor. We know you are in a better place.
The Gill family is in our prayers.
Love - Wayne & Jenny Wenger
Unknown Unknown
June 17, 2008
I'm very sorry to hear of your families loss. Unfortunatly I didn't know Ralph, but I did meet him a few times. I do know in conversation how important he was and often thought of him and how he was doing. May your family find it in your hearts to move forward and carry him in your hearts each day as he watches from above.
Randy & Pat Sanders
June 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's love and peace surround your family during this difficult time.
Michael & Shannon Yeakey
June 17, 2008
We Miss you Grandpa. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Michael and Shannon and kids
Dwayne & Darlene Gill
June 17, 2008
Dad we will miss you and thank you for the memories. Love you, your son and daughter-n-law
dave&jean gill
June 17, 2008
Dad you will be truely missed. We love you and always will. Thank you for all of the memories and good times we had. We will miss you.
Dave,Jean,Shawn,Ashley,Aubrey and Jim
Crystal Stremme
June 17, 2008
Grandpa, You will always be my darlin. I will see you again one day. All my love, Crystal and family
mark[salty] & nancy stapleton
June 17, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 17, 2008
Always with you... My thoughts and prayers to all. HUGS...
Love, Lori
Carol Zehner
June 17, 2008
Dear Sharon &Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and you are in my prayers. May God be with you in this time of need. He is in such a beautiful place now.
Carol Baxter
June 17, 2008
Sharon, Georgia, Tammy, Cody,
I know how very difficult it is to say good-bye to a father/grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Junell Broskey
June 17, 2008
To the Gill Family,
Uncle Ralph's wit and charm will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I am thankful for the memories he has given me and my children. "Spaceship 1 has landed, may he rest in peace, This is spaceship 2 signing off" Love to all.
Dan Korp
June 17, 2008
To the Gill Family,
You are in my thoughts and Prayers at this diffacult time.
Sharon Vanden Bossche
June 17, 2008
Dad,
It was hard to let you go and we will miss you very much.
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These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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