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Paul Roberts Obituary

Paul Edward (Shorty) Roberts, 82, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2010. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Apr. 12, 2010.

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Jennifer Bush

April 12, 2010

I was very sorry to hear about "Shorty's" passing. You and your family are in my prayers. Daniel would be there if he could ~ Daniel was very fond of Shorty. He will be missed.

April 11, 2010

Dear Jerry, I was so sorry to hear of your Grandfather's passing. I recognized his picture and the name "Shorty" and realized I worked with him for 33 years at the railroad. He was a hard working man. You and your family are in our prayers. Mike and Sheryl English

Kelly Balderston

April 9, 2010

I was sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

April 9, 2010

Deepest sympathies from Jay, Taylor, Nick and I on Pops passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers~Kim

Lynn DeHart

April 9, 2010

Valerie and family -- I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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