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Gene Erwin, Sr.

April 17, 1938 - January 10, 2015

GRANBURY — Gene Bennett Erwin, Sr., 76, of Granbury, Texas, a retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel, died Saturday, January 10, 2015.
Service: 2 p.m. Thursday, January 15, at Granbury First United Methodist Church. Burial: 10:30 a.m. Friday in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Military honors will be presented by honor guard. Memorials: Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donating to Granbury First United Methodist Church or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Gene was born April 17, 1938 in Newton, Kansas and raised in Blum, Texas. He graduated from Sam Houston State University where he was a charter member of the Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. On September 3, 1960, Gene married Nancy Bartlett, his beloved wife of 54 years. Amidst 27 moves during his 23-year military career, they raised two daughters, Elizabeth and Melissa and a son, Gene, Jr.
Gene was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1961. He served in the Cuban blockade, the Cyprus Crisis and the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Republic of Vietnam Service Medal with 4 Stars, Combat Action Ribbon, Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm and Gold Frame, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 1960 Device, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Bronze Star with Combat

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GRANBURY — Gene Bennett Erwin, Sr., 76, of Granbury, Texas, a retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel, died Saturday, January 10, 2015. Service: 2 p.m. Thursday, January 15, at Granbury First United Methodist Church. Burial: 10:30 a.m. Friday in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Military honors will be presented by honor guard. Memorials: Those planning anContinue Reading

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Jim and Ann Hopkins left a message on January 13, 2015:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your dad leaves a bright legacy in this world with his fine family. Hugs to all. As our friend would say...we got your back!
LtCol Casey left a message on January 13, 2015:
LtCol Erwin, you stand relieved, we have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas. Semper Fi
Larry Abel left a message on January 13, 2015:
Coach Erwin gave me a chance to play football when others didn't give me the time of day. He was my champion when I didn't deserve it. For a while I even thought my name had been changed to JESUS! CHRIST! ABEL! after a few too many mistakes. I'll forever be grateful that he introduced me to a game that changed my life and my kids will know him through my stories. Rest in peace my friend.
Amanda Tacker-Johansson left a message on January 14, 2015:
He was a tough as nails teacher and a straight shooter which kept a lot of us on the straight and narrow! God Bless you Mr. Erwin
Rennob Berry left a message on January 14, 2015:
I want to give my sympathy to the family I was a student of his in marlin. I'm sorry for your loss
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T.J. & Teri Martin and Family left a message on January 14, 2015:
On behalf of our entire family we offer our sincere condolences to your family on your loss. May the face of our Lord shine upon Mr. Erwin and may the Grace and Peace of God be with your family in your time of loss. Words cannot assuage your loss but hopefully our thoughts and prayers can aid you during your time of loss.
Renee Copfer left a message on January 14, 2015:
May God continue to bless you entire family in the time of great loss. You are in our prayers.
Bill & Martha Shepperd left a message on January 14, 2015:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Gene was an old friend from his high school days.
Bo McDaniel left a message on January 14, 2015:
My condolences to wife & family, Cecelia Ann, Bill & Bob.
Ron & Donna Koska left a message on January 14, 2015:
Gene (aka "Drac"), my brother and friend for 54 years . . . you always made a room light up when you came in. As pledge brothers we went through some crazy times. You were always there to lend a hand. You will be missed but not forgotten. We are much safer tonight as you stand guard at the pearly gates. Rest easy, my friend and brother. A job well done.
Wiley Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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