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James Sloan Obituary

James Edward (Eddie) Sloan, 74, of Roanoke, Va., died on Saturday, April 24, 2010. He was a retired driver for Clemmons Courier and was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lelia Sloan; and a granddaughter, Amber Sloan. He is survived by two sons and one daughter-in-law, Jabe and Stacy Sloan, and Jack Sloan; two grandchildren, Arch and Abbi Sloan; brother, Bobby Wayne Sloan; and sister, Mary Jane Meadows. Services and burial will be private. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel and Crematory, 540-982-2100.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Apr. 26 to Apr. 28, 2010.

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Lori Dillon

April 27, 2010

Jabe and Jack and their family I am sorry for your loss and your are in our prayer. He was a good friend of mine for long time ago. We used to live next door on Stewart Ave. Eddie will be miss.

Linda chocklett

April 27, 2010

Jabe and Stacy our thoughts and prayers are with you . we are thinking of you and we love you.

April 26, 2010

To a good man and a great friend. We will miss you forever. Lynn, Kevin, &Logan Pack.

Greg & Teresa Henderson

April 26, 2010

Jabe and Stacy, our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Know that we love you and are here for you . Please call on us at any time. We are so sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and your family.

CHRIS&VINCE PIETRAS

April 26, 2010

I HOPE THAT ED IS AT PEACE WITH OUR LORD. HE WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND & A VERY CARING PERSON OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH HIM & HIS FAMELY. WE WILL MEET AGAIN SOMEDAY.

Frances Collins

April 26, 2010

Ed was one of my best friends. I will miss him alot. He was a good man. My prayers go out to his family.

Trina Daniels

April 26, 2010

My prayers are with the family. I went to school with Jabe and Jack. Although I did not know Eddie, I know his children and Jabe's family well. So sorry for your loss. God Bless You.

Diane McCroskey

April 26, 2010

I worked with Eddie for a few years until he retired. He was a good friend. I am sorry for the Familys loss.

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