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1921 - 2011
 Age: 89
WHARTON, Eugene H.
Paw Paw
Gene passed away Friday morning, February 18, 2011 at the home of his son in Lawrence, MI. He was born March 25, 1921 in Nisland, South Dakota the son of the late Clarence and Ruby (Snodgrass) Wharton. Gene was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army. Gene was employed by the Michigan Department of Transportation retiring in January of 1977. He loved raising horses and farming. On December 26, 1947 in Paw Paw Gene was united in marriage to Dorine (Buss) Wharton who preceded her in death on February 1, 1995. He was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Everett and Ervin Wharton and a sister, Eva Moerke. Surviving are 2 sons, Melvin (Nancy Wharton of Lawrence and Gordon (Dawn) Wharton of Paw Paw; daughter, Sharon (Scott) Jennings of Coconut Creek, FL: 7 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; 2 brothers-in-law, Robert Buss of Paw Paw and Richard (Buss of Decatur; many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Monday (2/21) 6 to 8 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Homer, Paw Paw where funeral services will be held Tuesday 11 a.m. with Rev. Joe Spackman officiating. Interment will follow in Hill Cemetery, Lawrence with military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan or the American Legion Veteran Memorial Park. |
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There are currently 8 condolences.
Cindy DeYoung (Branch)
cdeyoung@basiconline.com
Tuesday March 1, 2011 at
6:41 PM
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Sharon and Gordon, So sorry to hear about your dad passing away. I know that he loved his horses and will never forget that I got my first horse, Flash, from him. You are in my thoughts. Take care.
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Raymond and Julie Grehl
julie_grehl@yahoo.com
Monday February 28, 2011 at
5:19 PM
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Gordy,
So sorry to hear about your father passing. We will you keep you and your family in our prayers.
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Teresa LaRuffa
teresa.laruffa@comcast.net
Thursday February 24, 2011 at
9:03 AM
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Sharon, We are so sorry for your loss. May time and the wonderful memories give you comfort in the days ahead. Love, Teresa, Jim, Mia & Trent LaRuffa
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Cindy Steider (Harbin)
Wednesday February 23, 2011 at
10:45 PM
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So sorry to hear of your dads passing. I just found the message today (wed.)He was such a special man. I always enjoyed listening to his stories and reminising of childhood memories of growing up. Know that we are thinking and praying for your family.
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Robert Wharton, nephew, Virginia (John) Allen, niece of Eugene
Tuesday February 22, 2011 at
10:04 AM
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We are keeping "Gene's" family in our thoughts and prayers. We hurt with you at this time. May this day be a celebration of His life. As his family you allowed Gene to live life on his terms, a life well lived. As we have traveled down memory lane the past few days and we hope that as you gather together at this time you will find comfort as you share your many wonderful memories of "Uncle Gene".
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Darla (Gene's niece) and Peter Finke and family
Monday February 21, 2011 at
10:24 PM
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Our love and prayers are with you. May God's presence give you peace.
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Paul and Geraldine Sampsell
gerrysas@localnet.com
Monday February 21, 2011 at
9:31 PM
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Paul was remembering the time when he and Roger Franks went and helped Gene put up hay. Then they went to the house and Dorine had sandwiches and something cold for them to drink. Gene was a very good person. Our condolence's go out to the family.
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Lorna Wharton, sister-in-law, and Linda Wharton, niece of Eugene
Monday February 21, 2011 at
9:20 AM
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We are sending our love and condolences to Gene's family today. We are sorry we can't be there with you in person, but please know we are thinking of you and praying for you all. May you be comforted by the special memories you will always have to cherish your Dad and Grandpa Gene.
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