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…Obituaries Obituaries from page C39 LINDA MICHELE RUB1N-ALTMAN January 13, 1964 — Febru 18, 2008 Our family wishes to express our deep appreciation and sincere thanks for your generosity, kindness and support. Linda is sadly missed but never forgotten in our hearts. Ray, Gabrielle and Danielle Altman Marilyn and Dave Rubin Judy, Sy, Aaron and Leah Berman Joel, Rubin and Jeff Mar ARNOLD A. TAYLOR, 88, formerly of Bay City, died March 5,...…
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