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Margaret Ballou Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 9, 2010.

BALLOU, Margaret N., 80, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 7, 2010. She was a longtime member of Blue Ridge Church of the Brethren and retired from Rainbo Bread Company in Roanoke with 32 years of service. Margaret was preceded in death by her son, Marshall Benjamin Ballou; her parents, Herman and Effie Neathawk; and brother, William Neathawk. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, John L. Ballou; daughter, Betty Sue Altic of Richmond; grandchildren, Leslie Altic and her husband, Tommy Ferguson, Jennifer Harris and her husband, Ronnie Harris; and brother, Herman Neathawk of Troutville. A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Oakey's East Chapel, with Pastor Glenn Stevens officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park in Roanoke. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a memorial please consider the Blue Ridge Church of the Brethren, 15664 W. Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike, Blue Ridge, Va. 24064. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, Roanoke, Va., 540-977-3909.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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April 15, 2010

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Sharon Custer-Boggess

April 15, 2010

Dear Betty,
I have not seen you in almost 50 years, but remember as though it was yesterday all the time you, Marshall & I spent playing when I was your neighbor 1956-1960. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother & Marshall. I live in SW Va now in my grandparents old house. I have a photo of you, Marshall & I playing here on one occasion. It would be great to see you. I hope you are well and I wish you peace and comfort as you grieve your mother. Sharon Custer-Boggess

April 9, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of margaret's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Beck and Annie Belle Meador

Vern

April 9, 2010

My deepest condolences are with you at this time of need. Know that god
feels your pain as well. Go to him in prayer and he will comfort you very
much.

April 9, 2010

Dear Betty and family, We were so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I remember the times I visited at your home when we were growing up. Our prayers and love are with you. Mary Thurston and Vivian Nichols and family

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Sandy (FRANKLIN) Wrobel

April 9, 2010

Dear John,
I'm not sure what mom is going to do now that she cannot go see Margaret. They were truly like sisters these past few years. My fondest memory will always be of you and Margaret singing in the choir at church when I was organist/ choir director. I'm glad that now she can sing in heaven's choir!

JACK MEADOR

April 9, 2010

JOHN,
FRANCES AND I WERE SO SORRY TO LEARN OF MAGGIE'S PASSING.WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.MAGGIE WAS ALWAYS A FAVORITE COUSIN.
SINCERLY FRANCES AND JACK MEADOR

Stacy & Matthew Fike & kids

April 8, 2010

Dear John,
We were so sorry to hear about Margaret's passing however, we know she is in a much better place. Matthew & I are so thankful to her for getting us together. We will keep you and the rest of the family in our thoughts and prayers!!

April 8, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Ballou's passing. I was a friend of Marshall's in high school and thought a lot of his parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I hope you are able to find comfort in your memories.

JoAnn Blankenship Linton

sandra patsel petersen

April 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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