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Albert Nelson Bendall

By Staff
August 22, 2006
Albert Nelson Bendall, age 94, of Russellville, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2006.
Mr. Bendall was a hardworking and earnest individual. In his early years, he enjoyed his horses. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Washington Bendall and Lydia Adkins; a brother, Hosie Bendall of Underwood; and a sister, Mary Bendall.
Graveside funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Friday, August 25, 2006, at Mt. Hope Cemetery with Bro. Gilbert Prince officiating.
Mr. Bendall is survived by a sister, Maedrew Bendall Johnsey; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends at Village Apartments.
Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family.
Julia Palmer Merhoff
August 24, 2006
Julia Palmer Merhoff, age 85, of Russellville, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2006.
She was a school teacher.
Visitation was held from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, August 25, 2006, at Spry Memorial Chapel. Funeral services were to be held in Webster, New York. Interment was to be in Webster Cemetery in Webster, New York.
Spry Chapel assisted the family.

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