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Jean Piechota Obituary

Jean Brogan Piechota, 57, of Danville, died Monday, February 23, 2009. Jean was a devoted wife and mother who had a zest for life and loved serving and caring for her family. She is survived by her husband, Vincent Piechota; son and daughter-in-law, Ryan Vincent and Sarah Beth Piechota; mother, Goldie Peters Brogan; brother and sister-in-law, James Arnold and Patricia Brogan; many nieces, nephews and extended family. Funeral services will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel, 11 a.m., Thursday. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Her family will be receiving friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount Va. wwwflorafuneralservice.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 24 to Feb. 25, 2009.

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Frances Stetler

March 22, 2009

Jean was a beautiful, loving person. We are all lucky to have known her. Thank you Vinny for bringing her into our family. God is surely taking good care of her now.

March 22, 2009

March 22, 2009

Audrey Moore Lanier

March 4, 2009

Vinney & Ryan, I was so saddened to hear of Gloria Jean's passing. I was a classmate of her's and I can only imagine the hurt you are feeling. Look to God and her many friends to lean on and receive support during these difficult times.

Sarah Ritchie

February 27, 2009

Vinny and Ryan, God's grace is sufficient... Open your heart to Him and He will see you through. If I can help please call me at Goldies.

Myra (Fulcher) Bourne

February 27, 2009

Vinnie, Ryan and family - I am so glad (Gloria) Jean and I kept in touch all these years. I'm going to miss her smile, laughter, friendship, and loving nature that she shared with everyone. My heart goes out to all of you. Take care.

Cindy (Hopkins) Purdy

February 26, 2009

I was so sorry to learn of your loss. Jean, or Gloria Jean, as we knew her back in the day, was a great pal from elementary thru high school. She was such a lively and caring person...made us laugh every day. I know she will be sorely missed by her family and current circle of friends.

Jerry,Linda & Travis Moore

February 26, 2009

Vinnie&Ryan,This is such a shock to us. It seems like yesterday that Ryan and Travis was playing in our yards. God keep you both strong during this difficult time.

Alesia Hubert (McNeely)

February 26, 2009

I am sorry for your loss and I wish I could be there to attend the funeral. Ryan and I went to church together and I used to come visit even after he moved to Georgia. I wish there was something I could do.

Lucy Scarce

February 25, 2009

Vinny,
You and Ryan or going through one of the saddest times in your life. You have lost your soul mate(thats the impression I had of your marriage,) devoted to each other,life long partners. I know the loneliness you will go through,just remember the wonderful years you had together and the love you had for each other, that will help see you through this most hurtful time. My thoughts are with you and Ryan.

Vince and Jean at a wedding in 2003

February 25, 2009

Joni Adkins

February 25, 2009

Vinny,Ryan and Family,Jean was a great friend of mine for many years.I was blessed the day I met her.I will miss her very much.She was an angel.Joni Adkins

Jean at Christmas, 2005

February 25, 2009

Charlotte (George) Bryant

February 25, 2009

Dear Vinny and family,
I knew Jean as Gloria back in high school and was so sorry to hear of her passing. I enjoyed so much renewing our friendship at the two Fieldale reunions.
I know she will be missed greatly by her family and multitude of friends.
God bless you all.

Blanche Campbell

February 25, 2009

Vinnie & Ryan,
I can't began to express the sorrow this news brought to me and I know it in no way equals yours. Jean and I had been friends for so long...we got in mischief together in high school and remained friends through all the years. If there is ever, now or later, anything I can do for you or your family please don't hesitate to get in touch with me.

Styphenia Reliford

February 25, 2009

Ryan, May God bless and keep you and your family during this time. My prayers are with you. (Co-worker from DCC)

Wanda Stone

February 25, 2009

Dear Piechota Family,
I want you to know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I am a deacon of Oak Level Baptist Church and know Goldie. Please know that I will be praying for you and especially during this sad time. I hope to be able to meet you at the visitation on Wednesday.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Wanda Stone

Mark Barnard

February 24, 2009

Jean was a wonderful lady who was completely devoted to her family and friends. She brought joy and happiness to all who were fortunate enough to know her throughout the years and will be greatly missed by her many, many friends. Our prayers go out to her family.

For the Barnard family

JC Richardson III

February 24, 2009

Vinny and Ryan I’m so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Vinny you, Jean and I have been friends for years. Jean and I have been e-mail buddies for as long as I can remember. Just a few weeks has passed since she had e-mailed me. She was telling me about her hospital stay. Vinny if there is anything I can do for you I’m here just ask. Vinny my prayers are with you, Ryan, Sarah and family. Your friend and neighbor JC!

Amanda Amos

February 24, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sandra Scott

February 24, 2009

My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. I have fond memories of Jean. She was such a beautiful person and always seemed to love life. Gracie Scott was my former mother-in-law.

Dianne Chambless

February 24, 2009

Vinnie, you were the love of her life & Ryan, you were her light & joy. Her love encompassed all & she will be missed greatly. My heart aches.

gayle walker

February 24, 2009

Vinnie, Ryan and Sarah....I loved Jean so very much. I talked with her recently and she told me of her pain. So just know she is in a better place. Love, Gayle Walker

Cynthia Griffith

February 24, 2009

Dear Ryan and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Cynthia Griffith (Ryan's former supervisor at DCC)

Teresa Dodson

February 24, 2009

Vinny and Ryan...I am so sorry about the loss of your wife and mother. Jean was fun,funny,talented and a great friend. I will miss her.

Kristie Page

February 24, 2009

My thoughts are with you and your family.
Ryan and I attended college together.

West Wooding

February 24, 2009

Vinni: My sympathanies to you and your family. I am a class mate of Kathy's.
West G. Wooding, Halifax, Va.

Charles D. Lumpkin

February 24, 2009

We at Oak Level Baptist Church extend to you our sympathy and prayers during this time of grief. Know that we love you and are available should you have need of our care.

Charles Lumpkin, Pastor

Jerry Neal

February 24, 2009

Vinnie I an so sorry to hear of your loss Jean was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. My prayers are with the family

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