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Leroy Bright Obituary

Bright Jr., Leroy died Tuesday, February 3, 2004, at Forbes Hospice in Pittsburgh, PA. Born November 12, 1937, in Bobward Township, AR. A Customer Service Agent for American Airlines. Leroy lived in the Moon Township area for 29 years, formerly of Chicago, IL. US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Flossie (nee Dixon), loving father of Mary Louise, Michael, Milton and Reginald Eric, proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Visitation Thursday, February 12th, at 10 a.m., at New Faith M.B. Church, 8400 S. Halsted, Chicago, IL. Service at 11 a.m. Interment at Lincoln Cemetery, Worth, IL. Minor-Morris Funeral Home, Terry Morris Director, 815-723-1283.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 11, 2004.

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Joyce Ward

February 15, 2004

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of LeRoy. I work for Northwest Airlines here in Pittsburgh and will always remember his friendly nature and smiling face. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Horace (Pete) McGary

February 11, 2004

Sorry I can't be with you all at this time, but you have my deepest sympathy. Call me if I can be of any assistance. My prayers are with you and family. Always, Pete & Family.

Elaine Litwin

February 10, 2004

Leroy was my co-worker & friend. He was a hard worker, always vowed to do his best, always a willing help to others. A very understanding & mild mannered gentleman. He will be greatly missed.

Ed Schotting

February 7, 2004

Dear Flossie & Family,



Please accept our Sincere Sympathies on the loss of 'Lee.'



I remember him well the day he arrived here in PIT from Chicago in 1974.



He was a very kind and gentle man and he WILL be missed by all those who worked alongside him when with TWA.



Our Best wishes to you for the future.



Sincerely, Ed & Alberta Schotting

"TWA/PIT Retired"

Janet Long

February 6, 2004

Mr. & Mrs. Bright are the most wonderful people. He will be sadly missed. His kind words and sincere smile made him an incredible man. His son, Eric is one of my best friends from college and my deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family.

Pat Muehlbauer

February 6, 2004

My daughter worked with Leroy back in TWA days and it always was a pleasure to see Leroy working as he always had a smile & kind word for everyone. We have missed seeing him. Our sympathy to all of you.

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