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Thursday, 07 January 2010 22:41

Donald Thomas Comby

Donald Thomas Comby, 85 of Lake Gaston, Littleton, NC previously from Westfield, NJ died January 7, 2010 at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount.

 

 

Prior to retirement Don’s career was with MetLife as a sales representative and sales manager.  He served four years in the US Navy during World War II.  He was a member of Myrick Hills Country Club in Littleton, NC and loved sports, gardening and travel.  Don was dedicated to his family and will be dearly missed.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Irene Merten.

Don is survived by his wife Evelyn Comby of 58 years; three daughters; Marianne Matthews and her husband David of Jupiter, FL., Donna Comby of North Plainfield, N.J., and Denise Comby of Tucson, AZ.; two grandchildren, Thomas and Michael Matthews.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service from 1:30-3:00 and Funeral Services will be held at 3:30 at the funeral home with Rev. Stan Lewis officiating.

Online condolences may be made at www.hockadayfs.com.

 

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#2 RE: — The Mullaney Family 2010-01-10 22:43
Our deepest sympathies are with you all. Don was a loving, caring neighbor and a great friend. He will be missed.
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#1 RE: — Ginger and John Dodd 2010-01-10 13:36
Dear Mrs. Comby, Marianne, Donna and Denise
Sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of Mr.Comby and honoring him in our thoughts this day and each of you in our prayers for the days to come.
Love,
Ginger &John Dodd
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