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1950 - 2009
Leslie A. Lemley, 59, Vinton, Oh., passed away on Monday, May 25, 2009, at his residence following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Gallipolis, OH., to Junior Lemley, Gallipolis, and the late Betty Welch Lemley on Feb. 21, 1950.
Leslie was a 1968 Graduate of North Gallia High School and had been employed by G.D.C. before becoming a self-employed carpenter and auctioneer and had been a school bus driver for the Gallia County Schools.
He was an accomplished gospel singer who last sang with The Forgiven 4. His devotion to God was evident in the way that he lived his lifea loving and caring person to all who knew him. He was a member of the Vinton Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife Kathie Ferguson Lemley whom he married on June 10, 1978, and they shared over thirty years together and hell be her honey forever. Also surviving in addition to his father Junior, is his sister, Theresa Price, Gallipolis; former wife and mother of his children Karen (Price) Brady, Gallipolis; Children, Wendie (Bill) Holley, Bidwell; and Michael Lemley, Bidwell Grandchildren, Jared, Cody and Kaitlyn Holley; Dylan Lemley and Jessica Lemley.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM., Friday, May 29, 2009, in the Vinton Baptist Church, 11818 SR 160, Vinton, with Pastors Marvin Sallee, Chester Hess and Heath Jenkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Poplar Ridge Cemetery. Pall bearers will be: Dylan Lemley, Jared and Cody Holley, Dean Petrie, Shelby Richards, David Marcum, and Dr. Todd Ragan.
Honorary Bearers will be Larry Pyles, Alvin Johnson Sr. and Albert Stephens.
Friends may call at the Vinton Baptist Church on Thursday, 4:00 - 8:00 PM and one hour prior to the service on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Gifts may be sent to FIELD OF HOPE,
C/O Vinton Baptist Church, 11818 SR. 160, Vinton, OH 45686.
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Saturday May 30, 2009 at
2:05 PM
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Marilyn Stafford
Thursday May 28, 2009 at
9:06 PM
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May you rest in peace.
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Jade Block Cutter
ajbcutter@att.net
Thursday May 28, 2009 at
7:51 PM
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My heart is with you during this difficult time. May you find strength in knowing he will live on forever in the hearts of you and your children.
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Thursday May 28, 2009 at
10:27 AM
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PHYLLIS LOVEDAY
Thursday May 28, 2009 at
7:17 AM
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TO THE LEMLEY FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. LES IS A WONDERFUL MAN. I'M SURE JESUS AND LES ARE IN A LONG TALK NOW. HE DIDN'T WANT TO LEAVE YOU BEHIND BUT IT WAS HIS TIME. THERE WAS WORK FOR HIM WITH GOD. KATHY I LOVE YOU AND HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR YOU. HE IS HEALED NOW, NO PAIN, NEW BODY. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL I'M READY ANY TIME YOU OR FAMILY NEEDS ME. LOVE & PRAYERS
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Amy Wedemeyer
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
1:17 PM
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I am so sorry to hear of Leslie's passing. You and your family will be in my prayers. God bless.
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Billy Hockman
splinter_splinter@yahoo.com
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
11:57 AM
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Kathie, Junior, and Theresa and families..
Please know that my heart is saddened to hear of Leslie's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Much love and prayers sent your way. I don't know if I'll be able to get down for the services or not, but please know that you're in my thoughts!
Billy, Billi, Jacob and Johnnie Hockman
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Renee Gilmore
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
11:49 AM
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Les was a wonderful man and role modle for christians. He showed courage and strong faith in the most difficult time of his life. I feel blessed to have known him and witnessed his love of God. He had a way of bringing out the best in others. I thank God for crossing our paths.
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Jerry and Carlene Bradley
dcbcurves@yahoo.com
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
10:35 AM
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Kathie and family,
It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing that you were a special part of a well-lived life. Our heart aches for you. Have hope in Tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of friends and family. May God's love make your grief bearable. You're in our thoughts, our hearts, and our prayers. May angels walk with you today and always. God Bless you.
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VICKI SWINDLER
vicki.swindler@rotech.com
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
10:18 AM
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KATHY,
I HATE TO HEAR ABOUT LESLIE'S PASS-
ING. I KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE
WITH NO SUFFERING AND PAIN. MY
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
AND I HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE CHURCH
FOR VIEWING. IF YOU EVER WANT TO
TALK OR HAVE A SHOULDER TO LEAN ON,
CALL ME.
THINKING OF YOU,
VICKI
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Charlene Wong (Boggess)
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
10:04 AM
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Wendie, So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. If there is anything you need please feel free to contact me. Charlene
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Tom & Shari (Wedemeyer) Wooten
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
9:59 AM
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Oh, we are so very sorry to hear of Leslie's passing. He was such a good man, and he will definitely be greatly missed. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We're thinking of you and praying for you at this time.
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Judy & Dwayne Caldwell
Wednesday May 27, 2009 at
9:50 AM
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Dear Kathie, Wendy & Michael,
We are so sorry for your loss. Les leaves a huge hole in our hearts that only God can refill. Don't forget to lean on God and let Him carry you for awhile. I don't know if they celebrate birthdays in Heaven or not, but if they do, I hope he got to sing to Mom. Monday was her 96th birthday.
We love you guys. Take care.
Hugs & Prayers,
Judy & Dwayne
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Tom & Marlene Davis
Tuesday May 26, 2009 at
7:56 PM
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Kathi & Family
Leslie was a long time friend and classmate. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you during this difficult time. Leslie is in a better place free of pain. He will be sadly missed by so many of his family and friends. I tried to keep his classmates up-dated on his condition thru emails and we were all praying for him and you. Marlene (Fraley) Davis, Class of '68 NGHS.
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