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Willie Cobbs Obituary

Cobbs, Willie L. ALBANY Willie Lee Cobbs Jr., 41, died December 22, 2006. Friends and family may call the at the New Covenant Christian Church on Clinton Avenue in Albany. Viewing today 11:00 a.m. Funeral service at noon. Interment, Albany Rural Cemetery.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Dec. 27, 2006.

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Sarah and Nytiah

January 5, 2007

To our friend, Zaria

You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you get through this tough time in your life.

Albany Jr. Lady Falcons

January 4, 2007

Albany Jr. Lady Falcons were deeply sadden to hear of the passing of Willie Cobbs.

Our hearts are with the family!

P Holder

January 3, 2007

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of a your loved one. Will is smiling down on all of us from "HEAVEN"
God Bless Everyone Involved

dollie bhagwandeen

December 28, 2006

Will was a ray of sunshine at work. It was a pleasure working with him and he would always go the extra mile. His smile and sense of humor will always be remembered by me. God bless all of his family and friends at this difficult time. Remember that he is in a better place and we shall join him in the future. I will miss him dearly. Take it easy Will and keep smiling down on us all.

Joyce Clark/Love

December 28, 2006

Celeste, I am so sorry for your lost. WILL, was such a nice person. I will remember him for his nice smile and gentle manner. I would see him every morning and no matter where I seen him he would greet me with a hello and a smile. He will be missed by many. Hold on to GOD's unchanging hand, He will take care of you and give you the strentgh to get through this difficult time.

CHERYL White

December 27, 2006

Will you were a sweet gental man with a good heart I am saddened by your passing. May your spirit be guided by GOD. Trust that GOD will ease the pain your family will feel.

Love CJ

Marion Colbert

December 27, 2006

I am friend of Will & have not seen him , I am concerned about what happened sorry for your loss, please contact me thanks

JoEllen White

December 27, 2006

Celeste and Family/Friends:
So very sorry to hear of Will's passing. May the peace of God comfort you and give understanding to the little ones. I had the opportunity to spend time with Will on several occasions - and I always remember him making me laugh. Celeste, I 'll never forget that birthday party I had and Will's comments about having so much fun - in Christ. I 'll remember his smile and wit. May GOD give you all the strength you need and He will.

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