Gloria Altizer

Gloria Altizer

Gloria Altizer Obituary

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Gloria L. Altizer "Jeanie" LEBANON, Va. Gloria L. Altizer "Jeanie", 74, passed away Oct. 13, 2010, following a two year battle with cancer. Mrs. Altizer was born June 3, 1936, in Bristol Virginia to the late Garland and Gladys Leonard. She received her nursing degree from Radford Community Hospital and worked primarily as a public health nurse with the Russell County Health Department, as well as a school nurse for Belfast and Elk Garden schools. She was a member of the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church, where she was active in Sunday School class and the United Methodist Women. In addition to her parents she was preceded by her brother, Dwight Leonard. Survivors include her beloved husband, Michael G. (Mike) Altizer; three daughters, Sarah Adams and husband Robby, Lebanon, Beth Baker and husband Mike, Bluefield, and Julie Moore and husband Mike, Lebanon; grandchildren, Eric Adams and wife Jasmine, Evan Adams, Cayla Baker, Gray Baker, Toby Baker, Troy Moore and Lauren Moore; one great-granddaughter, Marlee Adams; four sisters, Phyllis Turner, Knoxville, Tenn., Carolyn Eller and husband Ike, Blacksburg, Jackie Esparza and Sylvia Bowden and husband Henry, all of Bristol; also many nieces, nephews,and close friends. Thank you to special caregivers Heather Ball, Pam Osborne, Michaeline Estep, Dr. Forrest Swann, Jr., Cathy Hopkins, P.A., Dr. Hughes Melton, Kim Green and staff of Maple Grove Nursing Facility. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, in the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church with the Rev. Wil Cantrell and the Rev. Mike Baker officiating. Entombment will follow in the Ketron Memorial Mausoleum. The family received friends 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to: Cancer Outreach Foundation, 206 Abingdon Place, Abingdon, VA 24211. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, VA 24266, (276) 889-4444 is serving the Altizer family.

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October 20, 2010

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October 20, 2010

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October 19, 2010

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Eddie Copenhaver

October 20, 2010

Mike
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife.

michelle owens

October 20, 2010

my name is michelle owens and i work at maple grove and i took care of mrs altizer on occassion just wanted to send my condolenses to her family.

October 19, 2010

Mike,
We were very saddened to learn of Jeanie's death. We certainly have fond memories of all the fun we had with you and Jeanie in Asheville both on and off the tennis courts.
May the grace and peace of God bring you comfort in these difficult days.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ivey and Sue Redmon

October 19, 2010

Mike,
We were so very sorry to learn of your loss. What a pleasure it was to have known Jeanie while playing tennis with you each February in Asheville.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Dee Dee and Dan Dietrich

Becky Adams

October 17, 2010

Sarah, Robby and family,
I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. May you and your family receive God's blessings of strength, courage, comfort, peace and acceptance.

Joanna Owens

October 16, 2010

Jeanie was a pleasure to work with in the Russell County Health Department the years I was district health director. I can only imagine how much she will be missed by her family. My prayers and sympathy, Joanna Maiden Owens

Cherie Henderson

October 15, 2010

Sarah and family, So sorry about the loss of your mother. I am sure her and daddy are up there having a grand ole time. Cherie B Henderson

Linda Castle-Duty

October 15, 2010

Altizer Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow. I know you all have fond memories that you will treasure forever.

Jaime& Aaron Lane

October 15, 2010

Sarah- We are so sorry about your mother, your family is in our thoughts.

Lisa Garrett

October 15, 2010

Mike, Sara,h, Beth, & Julie,
I know your hearts are broken and I am sorry for your loss from this good earth. Know that she is a radiant angel from above watchin and protectin you all. If i can do anything let me know.
Love & Prayers

October 14, 2010

Mike and Girls,
I am so sorry about your loss. I just wanted to share with you a few thoughts. I remember way back...... many years ago. My family moved in across the street from you in the old Quillen house. Your family was one of the first to welcome us to the neighborhood. We went to the same church, you girls were young. You were my first babysittng job. New Years Eve, I asked for 50 cents and hour, WOW... a long time ago. I got alittle more. My mom was across the street and if I remember right, I called her and asked why you girls would not go to bed. Your family ended up saying many prayers for me many years ago. Anyway... I ended up in Roanoke at church with Terry and we found that we had you in common. I have kept up with you all from a far. I know that Jennie, and your mom is in a better place along with my Dad and they will always watch over us. My love to you all. My prayers are with you.

Jane Thompson

October 14, 2010

Mike and Girls,
A voice from the past, I guess I would rather remember the good times. We moved in across the street in the old Quillin house, you were one of the first to welcome us. I was young and we all went to the Methodist Church. I remember that I was asked if I babysat, I said yes, one of my very first jobs was New Years Eve, I had no clue what to do and you three girls were great, sorta. Trying, but great, plus I knew that my mom was across the street. Over that time you guys were wonderful. We all grew up and moved on. I ended up in Roanoke at church with, Terry, Mike, your brother, and girls your uncle. I have followed each of you and have loved hearing about your lives. Girls, you need to know that I always looked up to your Mom and Dad. What a wonderful Christian couple. All I can say is that " I believe Jennie is in a better place and sitting up there with my Dad. They will be looking after all of us. My love to you all. Jane Wilson Thompson

October 14, 2010

Mike and Family

We are so sorry to learn of the loss of Julie's Mother. You are in or thoughts and prays during this time of need.

Love,
Carol Rose & Family

Linda Stevens

October 14, 2010

Julie & Family,

May God be with you during these hard times. I'll be thinking of you and praying for you.
Love you,
Linda

Angie Sykes

October 14, 2010

May God comfort you in your loss.

Velina Kelly

October 14, 2010

Sarah, Julie, and the entire family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving comforting arms around you during this time and the days ahead. May you take comfort in knowing that your precious Mother and loved one is now resting in the arms of Jesus awaiting the arrival of her loving family to rest with her forever. God Bless each of you.

Greg & Chrissy Musick

October 14, 2010

All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold on to the memories. She will be watching over each and every one of you!

Lynn Manweiler

October 14, 2010

You are all so much a part of my early life and memories, i know 2 angels in heaven who wrapped their arms around Jeanie and welcomed her when she arrived. Please know that you are all in my heart and i will send you peace as you move forward.
much much love
Lynn Harless Manweiler

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