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 =====Salvationist Obituaries=====
 This is a collection of obituaries of Salvationists.
-====Albert E. Avery====
-“Everybody needs an Albert,” family members and friends often said of Al Avery. His eagerness to help people find solutions to their problems, especially technology issues, became his trademark.
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-He came by his concern for others early, through the example of his officer-parents, Lt. Colonels [[Albert Avery|Albert]] and [[Ruth Avery]]. Born in Glen Ridge, NJ, he attended various Salvation Army corps with them throughout his childhood. Enrolled as a senior soldier at Cleveland Temple, OH in 1975, he remained actively involved in corps ministry as an adult in Kearny, NJ, Newburgh, NY and then Montclair Citadel, NJ.
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-His commitment to serving God and people through The Salvation Army is evident in his 32-year employment at territorial headquarters. Most of those years were spent in the Information Technology Department, where he was given increasing responsibility and respect, finally as the WAN Administrator. A graduate of Bloomfield High School, he received certification in computer studies from Bloomfield College and as his father pointed out, “grew up with the technology.”
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-For 25 of those years, Al was also a percussionist with the New York Staff Band. For some time, he was a member of the New Direction, a contemporary singing group of the Kearny Corps. He loved all music so that his wife Lois said, “He didn’t have a favorite hymn, because he loved them all and would sing with them—whether he knew them or not!”
-His marriage to the former Lois Forrider on June 18, 2005 began a wonderful new chapter in his life. Through her, he became a faithful member of Montclair Citadel and of the audio-visual team. [[Larry Ashcraft|Major Larry Ashcraft]], corps commanding officer, said of his service, “Al always calmed us down when we couldn’t figure stuff out. We’ll probably find out that he did a lot more than we realized.”
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-Al enjoyed hiking and camping, especially with a close-knit group of friends, the Bittersweet Campers. He had a great love for children and became “Uncle Al” to many, especially the children of that group. And when he and Lois became parents, his joy knew no bounds. He was proud of all of his son’s accomplishments and made sure that he was present for every T-Ball game five-year-old Adam played this year.
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-On May 17, after an unexpected medical crisis, Al was ushered into Heaven, surrounded by loved ones as they listened to a recording of his father singing, “There’ll be no sorrow in God’s tomorrow.” He will be deeply missed by his wife Lois, son Adam, parents, brother [[Carl Avery|Major Carl Avery]], sister Karin Muir, a host of family members, friends and colleagues. But they are reassured to know that he is home with the Lord and that he will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
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 ====Gary L. Bair====
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 He will always be remembered for being a compassionate, hard working, loving, generous man. He always thought about others. His world revolved around his kids, grandkids and great grandkids.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.newspapers.com/article/casper-star-tribune-obituary-for-jay-elw/71514462/]]
+====Miles Jay Horton====
+MILES HORTON, 82, formerly of Sayre, died Wednesday Jan. 31, 2001 at the Sayre House. Born in Ghent (Sheshequin Township), Sept. 19, 1918 the son of Horace and Florence Baxter Horton. He graduated from the Towanda High School and served in the armed services during World War II and was stationed in the European front, receiving an honorable discharge from Company B, 97th Signal Battalion in March 1946. After the war he held positions with the Pennsylvania Electric Company in the communities of Towanda, Tunkhannock, Montrose and Sayre. He retired from there as the Sayre District Manager. He was a member of the Athens United Methodist Church and a member of the Church Men's Club. He received the "Membership Emeritus" award from the Salvation Army advisory board for his years of service on the board. Mr. Horton was also an honored member of the Sayre Rotary Club. He held membership in the F&AM #293 and Temple Lodge #248, having been a member for over 50 years. He also held memberships in the American Legion Post #0042, Skiff Bower Post #1536 V.F.W. of Sayre, and the Republican National Committee. He served for many years on the Valley Economic Development Board. Surviving are his daughter, Faye Horton-Stewart and her husband John F. Stewart of Lexington, S.C.; grandsons, Miles Stewart and Craig Stewart both of Lexington, S.C.; his step-grandsons, Shawn Stewart of Kansas and Patrick Stewart of Colorado; a sister, Belle Latsha of Harrisburg; cousin, Shirley Templeton of East Athens. He was predeceased by his wife, Alice Phinney Horton and a brother-in-law, Earl Latsha. Family and friends may call Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Athens United Methodist Church. The F&AM Lodge #70 will hold a memorial service at 2 p.m. Funeral services will follow at the church at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Donald Anderson officiating and [[Lenard Wacenske|Lt. Leonard Wacenske]] of the Salvation Army co-officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens. Memorial donations may be made to the Sayre Corps of the Salvation Army, 314 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA or the Athens United Methodist Church Building Fund, 118 South Main St., Athens, PA. –Towanda Daily Review.
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 ====James Hughes====
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 In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Salvation Army, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.
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+====David Roy Musgrove====
+David Roy Musgrove, age 71, passed away peacefully in his home in Hamilton on Friday August 13th, 2021. David is predeceased by his parents, Marjorie and Bill Musgrove as well as his wife Helen. David will be missed by his Cherished daughter Brenda Ritter, as well as his sister Carol and her family. For many years David enjoyed Bowling and the many friends he met through it. David will be well remembered for his work and dedication to the Salvation Army both in the Burlington and Mountain Citadels, where he served for many years. Funeral service will be held on September 17th, 2021, 11:00 a.m. at 835 Stone Church Rd East. Due to covid restrictions we ask that you RSVP to mountain.citadel@salvationarmy.com, they will need to know how many will attend in your family so they can set aside enough area for your comfort and safety. You will be asked to return an answer to some covid questions.
+In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army so they may continue their work that David was helping with.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/david-musgrove-obituary?id=40309339]]
 ====Shirley May Nance====