Amanda Liliha Pruitt, 32

Amanda Liliha Pruitt, 32, of Hendersonville passed away unexpectedly July 12, 2014, at her home. She was called home.

Amanda was preceded in death by Wayne Pruitt, Sr., Joe Pruitt, Debbie P. Sutton, Ruth Pike, Hettie Green, Albert Green, Joe Green and Diana Green.

Survivors include her mother, Rosemary (Mary) Pruitt; sister, Shannon Perez and husband, Raul; three sons she loved very much, Tony, Brian and Cody; her grandmother, Thelma P. Coggins; uncle, Wayne J. Pruitt, Jr.; aunt, Trish Halbert and husband, Tony; two nieces, Kayla and Natalia; two nephews, Victor and Joe Joe; cousins, Robert, Mario, Cory, Chris, Heather and other extended family members and friends. She also leaves her two best friends, Amber Bryant and Crystal Baldwin.

Amanda loved everyone and was always smiling. She also loved her dogs. Amanda will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. "I love my daughter with all my heart."

The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m .Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, at Shuler Funeral Home. At other times, they will be at the home of Amanda's mother.

To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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erry Massingill Hoglen, 57

Terry Massingill Hoglen, 57, of Hendersonville died Sunday, August 3, 2014 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock.

Born in Kingsport, Tenn., she was the daughter of the late William C. Massingill and Wilma M. Howell.

Terry enjoyed cooking, baking and spending time with her family. She had such a compassionate soul and reached out to those in need. She was a friend to anyone she met. Terry will be greatly missed by family and friends. She was of the Christian faith.

Terry is survived by her husband, Mark Hoglen of Hendersonville; daughter, Monica Embler and husband, Michael, of Candler; grandchildren, Tyler Paul and wife, Emily, Nolan Embler and wife, Krystal; and Alex Embler; great-grandchildren, Laura, Connor, Kaden, Braidon, Mason, Landon, Dillon and Kayla; sister, Carol M. Dunn and husband, Allen, of Candler; brother, William C. Massingill II of Knoxville, Te.nn; Daniel Paul whom she considered a son; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8, 2014 in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home. Pastor Donna Hall will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, donations for a memorial stone at Four Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care may be sent to Monica Embler, PO Box 822, Candler, NC 28715.

To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Morris R. Clayton

A graveside service for Morris R. Clayton will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 6, 2014, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

To offer condolences online, please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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James Grady Heatherly, Sr., 82

James Grady Heatherly, Sr., 82, a lifelong resident of Hendersonville, went home to be with His Savior on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, after a long fought battle with cancer.

He was a son of Henry Grady and Vernia Babb Heatherly.

James was an outstanding basketball player for Flat Rock High School, where he graduated in 1951. He served in the US Army. He retired from Olin/Ecusta after 35 years, without missing a day of work. He was a master gardener, part-time beachcomber, and a professional "Papaw." He was a member of Mud Creek Baptist Church and a member of the Bread of Life Sunday School class. James will be missed for his wonderful sense of humor and his enthusiastic love for life.

He was married to his beautiful wife of 63 years, Ruth Turbeville Heatherly, also of Hendersonville. His three children are Lynn Cooper (Jeff), Jamey Heatherly (Anita), and Lora Molton (Bryan), all of Hendersonville. He was the beloved "Papaw" to Lane, Marci, Tonya, Kerra, Tiffany, Jay, Amanda, Matthew, Mickey, and Greg, 10 great grandchildren and 7 grandchildren in-laws, whom he adored. Born a child into a family of twelve children, he has three surviving sisters: Sarah Dore, Catherine Schroader, and Mary Jones, along with many nieces and nephews that loved him.

A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2014, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Please visit forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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George E. Veen, 91

George E. Veen, 91, died Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at his home surrounded by his family.

George was a longtime resident of the Almaden Valley in San Jose, Calif., and moved to Hendersonville in 2002. He was preceded in death by his parents and only sibling, Anita Veen Procci.

George grew up in Brooklyn, NY, and was a graduate of Brooklyn Technical High School. He served in the Army of the United States during World War II. Following his service, he graduated summa cum laude from the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC,with a degree in aeronautical engineering. A 37-year career with General Electric ended with retirement in 1989. George also received a masters degree in Mechanics from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Shirley Goggins Veen, his son Brian of San Francisco, CA, and his daughter Anne Veen-Sitter and her husband David of Hollister, CA. Other survivors include several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father Martin Schratz officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.

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Bobby Lee Rolls, 72

Bobby Lee Rolls, 72, of Hendersonville passed away Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, at Elizabeth House.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Shirley Ann Nordlinger, 86

Shirley Ann Nordlinger, 86, of Hendersonville passed away Sunday, July 27, 2014.

A celebration of life will be held at 4:00p.m., Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at the home of Jan and Lowell Jarrett.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Larry Dean Williams, 76

Larry Dean Williams, 76, of Flat Rock passed away Tuesday July 29, 2014, at
Hendersonville Health & Rehabilitation.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced by Jackson Funeral Service.

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Gloria Crisp Freeman, 76

Gloria Crisp Freeman, 76, of Hendersonville passed away on Friday, July 25, 2014, at the home of her daughter Teresa Harrell. All of Gloria's children were supportive through the end of her life.

She was born on July 12, 1938, in Hendersonville to the late Rell and Oneda Crisp. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Billie E. Freeman; granddaughter, Nina Freeman Caputo; and her brother, Bobby V. Crisp.

She graduated from Hendersonville High School in 1956; she married her husband, the late Billie E. Freeman also in 1956. Gloria was a baptized dedicated servant of Jehovah God; she was associated with the East Hendersonville Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses.

Gloria is survived by her five children, Teresa Harrell of Houston, Billie Eugene Freeman of Hendersonville, Cynthia Freeman of Charlotte, Sheila Harrell of Madison, Miss., Gregory Freeman of Hendersonville; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and her sister, Glenda Glover of Hendersonville.

A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 31, 2014, at Shepherd Memorial Park. A memorial service will be held 2p.m. Thursday at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses with Jonathan Tucker officiating.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Captain James A.G. Davey, Jr., 74

Captain James A.G. Davey, Jr., US Navy (Retired), 74, of Hendersonville died Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at Park Ridge Health. He is now freely breathing heavenly air.

Born in Buncombe County, he was the son of the late James A. Garfield Davey, Sr. and Jeannette Crockett Davey. Growing up in Fletcher, Jim attended Henderson County Schools.

In 1956, the family moved to Hendersonville where Jim graduated from Hendersonville High School in 1957. He attended Clemson University, earning a BS degree in 1961, and entered the Navy in 1962, commissioned as an Ensign, US Naval Reserve, serving two deployments aboard USS Galveston (CLG-3) to Vietnam. After a subsequent tour as a recruiter, Jim graduated from the University of Florida with a Juris Doctorate. He then returned to active duty in the Judge Advocate General's Corps, US Navy.

Proudly serving in Charleston, S.C.; Norfolk, VAa.; Yokosuka, Japan, and San Francisco, Calif., as a military judge, he retired from service in 1989 after a tour as Commanding Officer of the Naval Legal Service Office, Corpus Christi, Texas, at the rank of Captain, Judge Advocate General's Corps, US Navy.

Captain Davey then pursued a second career of 10 years as a prosecutor for the Florida Bar in Tallahassee, Fla., as Assistant Discipline Counsel. After retiring in 2012, he and Darlene returned to the mountains he so dearly loved.

Jim and Darlene attended Hendersonville First Presbyterian Church. His greatest joys in life were his relationship with God, visiting with his family and friends, and pulling for Clemson. He dearly loved all animals, especially his dog, Rusty.

Capt. Davey is survived by his loving wife, Darlene Hartzog Davey of Hendersonville; sisters, Dr. Helen Davey of Los Angeles and Jeanne Davey Huckaby and husband, Gary, Sr. of Huntsville, Ala.; "Bonus" daughter, Kimberly Hartzog Maxwell and husband, Greg, of Hendersonville; nephews, Dr. Gary Huckaby, Jr. and wife, Stacey; John Huckaby and wife, Stephanie; Michael Huckaby and wife, Teresa; and Wes Erb; niece, Shaylene Snyder and husband Bob; brother-in-law, Ken Erb and wife Donna of Hendersonville, and eight great-nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1, 2014 in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home.

To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Wilma Louise Morrison King, 90

Wilma Louise Morrison King, 90, of Hendersonville passed away at the Elizabeth House on Wednesday July 16, 2014, after a brief illness.

Born in Polk County, she lived in Henderson County for most of her life. She was preceded in death by her parents, David S. and Louise Pace Morrison, a brother Austin Morrison and her husband Joe Daniel King.

A 1941 graduate of Edneyville High School, she earned a bachelor's degree in home economics from Women's College (now University of North Carolina - Greensboro) in 1945. She was awarded a masters degree in education from Western Carolina University in 1976 and was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, the international honorary educational society which promotes education excellence and professional growth of women educators.

Wilma taught school for 25 years, retiring from the Hendersonville City School system where she spent the majority of her career as a math teacher at Hendersonville Junior High School. A dedicated and innovative teacher, she was named teacher of the year by the city school system unit of the Association of Classroom Teachers in 1979. She also served as president of the city North Carolina Education Association.

When her husband J.D. became ill in 1984 she retired from teaching to take an active role in the operation of King Hardware, assisting her son Joe in the reorganization of the company as an equipment rental business. In 1989, she was appointed by the governor to a four year term as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System. Based on her achievements as an outstanding educator, business woman and citizen, she was named one of the top 50 community leaders of Henderson County by WHKP in 1996.

She is survived by a son, Joe D. King of Hendersonville; a daughter, Kathryn E. King and granddaughter, Kristen R. Morgan of Chapel Hill, NC; and a nephew, Samuel T. Wyrick of Cary, NC.

A service celebrating Wilma's life will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, at Refuge Baptist Church, 30 Oleta Road in Dana. The family will host a visitation immediately following the service in the church's Family Life Center at 27 Oleta Road (across the street from the church).

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wilma M. King Memorial Fund at the Community Foundation of Henderson County, PO Box 1108, Hendersonville NC 28792.

Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Wymer Edgar Miller, 77

Wymer Edgar Miller, 77, son of the late Willard Edgar and Cora Eva Miller, went home to be with the Lord peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 22, 2014.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Willard and Denzel Miller; and his sister, Inez Teague.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gertrude C. Miller; sons, Wayne Miller and wife, Gige of Hickory, Darrell Miller and wife, Angie of Hendersonville, Chris Miller of Hendersonville; his grandchildren whom he loved very much, Sarah, Keaton and wife, Cassie, Lindsay, Colby, Derek, Sianna; his beloved mother-in-law, Mattie Cabe; three sisters, Willadean Holland of Franklin, Yvonne and husband, Robert of Penrose, Eva Jo Coggins and husband, Norman of Fayetteville; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014, at Crab Creek Baptist Church; where he served as chairman of deacons, with the Rev. Brad Knox and Rev. Guy Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2 to 4 p.m. at Crab Creek Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Crab Creek Baptist Church, 72 Jeter Mountain Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Charles J. "Chuck" Corbin, 81

Charles J. "Chuck" Corbin, 81, of Mills River died Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at Elizabeth House.

No local service is planned.

To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Edward William Collins, 81

Edward William Collins of Hendersonville and Hobe Sound, Fla., passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2014, at the age of 81.

He was born on Jan. 15, 1933, to the late William and Margaret Collins in Philadelphia, Pa. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary, in 1996; and his brother, Bill Collins, at the age of 60.

He served in the Army Signal Corps from 1953 until 1955. He worked for RCA in Camden, N.J., and retired in 1990 after 38 years of service. Because of his lifelong passion for rhododendrons and azaleas over the years, he was admired and recognized with awards as an enthusiastic leader; sharing his knowledge and skills. His family resided for 27 years in Hoot Owl Estates, Medford, N.J. in the home which he built in his spare time, before relocating to Hendersonville.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary; two sons, Edward "Rusty" Collins, Timothy Collins; daughter, Eileen Collins; five grandchildren, Collin, Logan, Ryan, Meaghan, and Bailey.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m. Friday, July 25, 2014, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father Robert Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be directed to Treasure Coast Hospice Crisis Care, 1201 SE Indian Street, Stuart, Fla. 34997; Alzheimer's Association, 3800 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215; or to a charity of one's choice.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Ralph Wesley Robinson, Jr., 68

Ralph Wesley Robinson, Jr., 68, of Fletcher passed away Friday July 18, 2014.

He was a resident of Henderson County and was preceded in death by his parents Ralph Wesley Robinson Sr. and Lexie Robinson, his sister Wanda Whitaker, and brother Bruce Robinson.

Ralph is survived by the love of his life Karyn M. Robinson, brother Stanley G. Robinson and wife Shirley, son William "Bill" Robinson and wife Heather, daughter Elizabeth "Lisa" Trace and husband Todd, grandchildren Quinton Robinson, Abbigail Robinson, and Tiffany Trace; two nieces, one nephew, and four great nieces and nephews.

Ralph attended Fletcher Academy & West Henderson High school. He worked at Cal's Home and Auto, Francis & Wright, General Electric, then owned his own small engine repair company, L & R Equipment. He loved spending time with his family, friends, and especially loved children. He enjoyed being outdoors fishing and boating. He was a member of the Fletcher Seventh-day Adventist Church.

A Memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014, at Fletcher Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Memorials may be made to MemoryCare, 100 Far Horizons Lane, Asheville, N.C. 28803.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements

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Cecilia "Dinkie" McElrath Jackson, 56

Cecilia "Dinkie" McElrath Jackson, 56, of Hendersonville passed away Saturday, July 19, 2014.

She was a lifelong resident of Henderson County and a daughter of Cecilia McElrath and the late Don McElrath. Dinkie was also preceded in death by her husband, Tony.

She worked as a supervisor while employed by Haynes International for 34 years. Dinkie was a devoted friend and loved her work and co-workers. She left this world a better place than when she arrived.

She is survived her parents, Allen and Cecilia McElrath; brothers, Patrick and Jason McElrath; sister, Donna Schultz and husband Tony; niece, Tollie Schultz; and many lifelong friends of Henderson County.

A celebration of life will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, July 24, 2014, in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Rev. Craig Stepp officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

A sympathy card and online register book is available by visiting www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Adam Jackson, 24

Adam Jackson, 24, of Saluda was taken home too soon to be with the Lord, Saturday, July 19, 2014.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. He worked at the Mountain Deli on Main Street. Adams passion was cooking, and being a great friend to anyone that needed an ear. The true kind of friend to many, that was always there.

Adam is survived by his parents, Jason and Melisa Smith of Saluda; three sisters, his twin, Alicia Jackson Lund and her husband Matt Lund of Asheville; the younger twins Heather and Danielle Watson of Cullowhee; three younger brothers, Hunter and Michael Smith of Saluda and Max Fletcher of Brevard; his fiancé, Allyson Lambert of Hendersonville; grandparents Karen and Jack Strickland of Tuxedo Dorleen Hess Smith of Clearwater Fla.; David and Mary Fletcher of Flat Rock; additional close family members;Wayne and Tracey Fletcher, Kim Fletcher Clark. Last but not least are the countless friends he has touched over his life.

A celebration of Adam's life will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014, at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service, 1101 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville. The family will receive friends two hours prior in the chapel.

The family wishes to keep the service as a celebration of his life and is looking forward to those that have "Adam" stories to share those with us at the Service.

Condolence cards and donations may be sent to Melisa Smith, PO Box 782, Saluda, NC. Condolences also can be sent through www.jacksonfuneralservice.com.

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John Allen Hill, 51

John Allen Hill, 51, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2014, after a lengthy illness.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Louise Hill and his paternal grandparents, Luther and Ella Jay Hill.

John started his career as a Henderson County Sheriff's Department Dispatcher at age 18 working for Sheriff Ab Jackson. During his career he served the Henderson County community in many capacities: Henderson County Sheriff's Patrol (Corporal), Hendersonville Police Department (Lieutenant), returned to the Henderson County Sheriff's Department (Lieutenant), Valley Hill Fire Department (Chief). He also owned and operated Hill's Lawn Service.

John was a longtime member of the Hendersonville Elks Lodge #1616 where he served as Exalted Ruler (3 terms), he also served as West District Vice President and as West District Deputy.

John loved playing golf at Crooked Creek Golf Course where he had many friends.

Surviving are his loving wife Judy Hill; his father and step-mother, Bill and Carol Hill of Hendersonville; his step-daughter, Keri Gambill of the home; his step-son, Kyle Gambill of Hendersonville; three brothers, Al Hill and his wife Beverly of Hendersonville, Dwight Hill and his wife Carol of Hendersonville and Gary Hill and his wife Janie of Brevard; his step-sister, Kristie McBride and her husband Daniel of Lincolnton; lifetime family friends, John and Mary Ann Cagle of Hendersonville; several loving nieces and nephews and many good friends.

A celebration of John's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, July 25, 2014, at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with Rev. Dwayne Durham officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 9: 30 am till 11 a.m. prior to the service in the chapel and at other times will be at the home of Bill and Carol Hill.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hendersonville Elks Christmas Charities or the Hendersonville Elks Scholarship Program.

Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

GO REDSKINS!

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Cecilia "Dinkie" McElrath Jackson

Cecilia "Dinkie" McElrath Jackson, 56, of Hendersonville, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2014.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Prue Gantt Elizabeth Dula, 87

Prue Gantt Elizabeth Dula, 87, of Zirconia died Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at the Elizabeth House.

She was born in Lincoln County on May 31, 1927, to the late Alvin Gantt and Essie Willis Gantt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Parks" Dula; daughter, Pam Miller; and her granddaughter, Bree Elizabeth Miller; and one sister.

Mrs. Dula was a homemaker; she moved to Zirconia in 1971 and has been a resident of Henderson County for the past 43 years.

She is survived by her grandson, Torrey Miller; two sisters; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2014, at Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel with the Rev. Phillip Kuykendall officiating.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.

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