Leonard Cressman
June 25, 1945 - November 16, 2009
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Leonard H. Cressman passed away November 16, 2009 at home surrounded by his loving family. Len dedicated his life to teaching where he touched countless lives. Len was born June 25, 1945 in Euclid, Ohio, the youngest of three children to Mervin and Hester Cressman. Len spent his childhood in Pennsylvania and graduated from Bethel High School, Bethel Park, PA. He attended Indiana State University, receiving his Bachelor's Degree in Education, followed by a Masters in Education and was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. After graduation, Len taught secondary education for 40 years, including 39 memorable years in Wayne Township. He retired in 2008 from Lynhurst 7th/8th grade center. When Len wasn't teaching, he spent his time golfing, camping, hiking, with family. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Barbara J. Collins Cressman; daughters, Jessica Edwards (Jim) Allen and Christina Cressman (Ben Melvin); sister, Carol C. O'Connor; grandchildren, Cooper J. Allen and Frances J. Melvin. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Betty Merz. The family would like to thank Dr. Bolla and his staff at the Prestwick location for the care they took with Len during his treatments, as well as Dr. Weed and his staff at the Cancer Center at Clarian West for their care and support. Calling will be held on Wednesday, November 18 from 4-8 pm at Stevens Mortuary & Family Center, 5520 W 10th St, Indpls. A memorial service will be held there on Thursday, November 19 at 12:30 pm, with visitation beginning at 11:00 am until the time of the service. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society and the Humane Society in Len's name. Online condolences may be made at www.stevensmortuary.net
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Sharon (Lawson) Saxton
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My deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Cressman. He was my teacher at South Wayne JR. High School in 1971-1972. Mr. Cressman was a very good and stern teacher, that I remembered every year after. I thought I knew all there was to know, and he took the wind out of my sails and brought me back down to earth. (just what I needed at the time) I'll always remember the time he made my girlfriend and I write a book word by word. Almost two months of free study hall time, spend in his classroom. When we finished, he flipped thur it in a few seconds and tore them up in front of us. Talking about breaking your heart, lol. But we learned never to talk, and make faces in his class again. I loved Mr. Cressman, he was the best teacher, ever. I am so sorry that I never had a chance to tell him how great he was!! He will be missed.
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REV. GEORGE FENTON JR.
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TO BARB. AND FAMILY, THE JOY OF THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGTH. I OFFER MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES AND WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS.
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Nancy Masso
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My prayers and love are with you.
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Issa Fullen
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My prayers are with you and your family as I know how difficult this time is. Len is at peace now in Heaven and will always be your guardian angel.
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CHERYL L WATSON
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MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. FUNNY HOW THINGS TURN OUT SOMETIMES ,HAD BEEN THINKING ABOUT YOU AND LEN ALL LAST WEEK ,KEPT SAYING I WAS GOING TO SEND AN EMAIL ,JUST TO LET YOU KNOW YOU WERE BOTH IN MY PRAYERS.(DON'T PUT OFF TOMORROW WHAT YOU CAN DO TODAY.)YOU AND LEN HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES AND LAUGHS TOGETHER AS I CAN REMEMBER.I DON'T THINK I EVER SAW LEN THAT HE WASN'T JOVIAL.MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU. LOVE CHERYL
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Tucker & Jo Wagoner
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Hi ya Barb, Jess & Christine, I wanted to say how much I’ve enjoyed Len’s vivacious company. Everything he did was full of vigor and life! He never let up, he pumped energy into every room he entered and task he took on. I always think of him this way and smile. Barb, you, Jess, Christine, Cooper, Frances, Carol and the outlaws are in Jo’s and My Prayers. Love always Tuck & Jo,