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James Yopp Obituary

James Allen Yopp, 46, of McCoy, died Monday, February 6, 2012. He was born in Princeton, W.Va., on August 13, 1965, and was preceded in death by his father, James Paul Yopp Sr. James was a member of Community Christian Church in McCoy, and the Prices Fork Grange in Prices Fork. He was a proud participant in the Mike Petersen's Kempo-Karate School. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lynn Yopp, of McCoy; his mother, Annie L. Yopp, of Rich Creek; two stepsons and daughters-in-law, James L. and Rose Barnett, of McCoy, Bill E. and Melissa Barnett, of Troutville; three brothers and sisters-in-law, James Paul Jr. and Cathy Yopp, Charles H. and Angie Yopp, all of Narrows, Michael J. and Christy Yopp, of Ballard, W.Va.; six grandchildren, Ashlee, Briana, Amanda, Jackson, Jacob, and Autumn; two faithful friends, Herman Dent and Michael Nelson; three nieces; and three nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 11 a.m. in the Community Christian Church, with James O. Flaugher and David Williams officiating. Interment will follow at 3 p.m. in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Princeton, W.Va. Flowers would be appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made to the Christiansburg Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 176, Christiansburg, VA 24073, or Community Christian Church, P.O. Box 387, McCoy, VA 24111. Friends may call anytime after noon Wednesday and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Feb. 8, 2012.

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February 9, 2012

Barbara and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

Maynard and Fay Quesenberry

Brittany&Clinton Barker

February 9, 2012

Barbara...I'm so sorry to hear about James. I was in total shock! You are in our prayers and if you need anything please let us know!

The Jones Family

February 8, 2012

May your memories of happier times help you all to cope and endure these difficult days. Psalms 37:29 offers hope for better days ahead.

Beth, Fred & Megan Schlang

February 8, 2012

Barbara and family, We are so sorry for your loss. James was a wonderful man and a good friend. You are in our prayers and if we can help you with anything let us know.

Marguerite Olinger

February 8, 2012

Barbara and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Peggy Price

February 8, 2012

Barbara and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Peggy Price and Family

Cathy Epley

February 8, 2012

Barbara, Bill and James, sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donita Price

February 8, 2012

Barbara and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Yopp's death. Know you are loved and thought about during this sad time.

Diana Jones-Cox

February 8, 2012

Barbara, Bill, and James Lloyd, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Anything you need just let me know..I am here for you all. You are my family..I love you "Mom" and my "brothers"

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