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Richard Balderston Obituary

Richard Carl (Rick) Balderston, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2010. Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jun. 19, 2010.

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Gina Bustillo

June 23, 2010

My heart broke when i hear that Rick has passed away. He is such a wonderful person whom we'll never forget. Our condolences to his family. I know Rick is with God now watching over us... You're still in our hearts!

joel brewbaker

June 22, 2010

i am sorry to hear about Richard he was a great person and a friend.

Cathy Wright LPN

June 19, 2010

He was a pleasant person and always had a smile for everyone. Wish I had met him before his illness. May God Bless and keep your your fond memories forever in your heart.

Glenda Lu

June 18, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Balderston family. We lost such a greaT man. I thank God for you, for the life you shared with us.We will surely missed you. May God's love and grace continue to comfort us...

BETH DIGGS

June 18, 2010

Dear Dawn,
I'm sorry to hear about Rick. My condolences goes out to all of your family.

maryjoy villena

June 18, 2010

i am so sorry to hear rick that you are gone..you have touched someones lives even from a far..we may never met personally but i know that you are such a good man.my deepest sympathy to the balderston family

Eva Lomax

June 17, 2010

To the family, my deepest condolences to you all. May the memories of good times give you comfort and strength. Take care.

Lisa Motley

June 17, 2010

My condolences Ms Balderston (jo) may god bless you and your family

Gayla Thomas

June 17, 2010

Dear Dawn, James, and Jessica,
I was so sorry to hear about Rick. I have such fond memories of when we worked together at Lowe's. He always had a way of making everyone laugh, usually because he tried to act like such a tough guy. I am so thankful to have been given the opportunity to know him because that made it possible to know each of you. I know that he was proud of his children and his grand children. If there is anything that I can do please let me know. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all!

David & Becky Akers

June 17, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Misty Vest

June 14, 2010

I am so sorry for you loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Richard & Betty Wimmer

June 13, 2010

Dear Family, we are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is any thing we can do to help you, please let us know.

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