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Leroy Talbott Obituary

Leroy G. Talbott Sr., 81, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, at his residence.

He was the son of the late Ramey and Bessie Gaines Talbott, and the widower of Velma Gray Talbott. Mr. Talbott was a United States Navy veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post #284, and the owner of Talbott Texaco and Talbott Grocery Store.

He is survived by his sons, Leroy G. "Rick" Talbott Jr. of Colonial Heights and Christopher A. Talbott of Phoenix; four grandchildren, Stacy T. McKenzie of Middleton, Del., Victoria R. Talbott of St. Petersburg, Fla., Tyler Marie Talbott of Colonial Heights, and Johnathan and Jennifer Talbott, both of Phoenix; two brothers, Franklin D. Talbott of Petersburg and James W. Talbott of Colonial Heights; a sister, Carol Steele of Henrico.

A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, with the Rev. Mike Murray officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Southside Virginia Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 574, Petersburg, VA 23803. Funeral arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index on Nov. 4, 2009.

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Liz Walker

November 6, 2009

Rick, Sorry to hear about your loss.. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bernard King

November 4, 2009

"Hank","Dink" and Carol. Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Leroy. Another One of the "old dog hill gang" has passed on. My thoughts are with you.

Marshall & Kelly Leffler

November 4, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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