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Byron Craddock Obituary

Byron Reed Craddock, 78, of Roanoke, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann "Jackie" Craddock, parents, Herman P. and Marie Craddock, sister, Betty Cassell and brother, Richard Craddock. Byron was retired from Verizon ( C&P ) Telephone Company. He was a member of St. Philip Lutheran Church. Surviving are his son, Thomas Reed Craddock and wife, Cynthia; daughter, Jennifer McMillan and husband, Joe, all of Roanoke; three grandchildren, Travis Craddock and wife, Amanda, Katrina Craddock and Tyler McMillan; a great-granddaughter, Brooke; a brother, Michael Craddock and wife, Lori, of Craig County; and special friends, Paul and Evelyn Black. Memorials may be made to St. Philip Lutheran Church, 8115 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA 24019. To celebrate Byron's life, a Memorial Service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2008, at St. Philip Lutheran Church. Pastor David C. Derrick will officiate. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 18 to Aug. 21, 2008.

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Jo Anne Baldwin

August 22, 2008

Tommy & Jennifer,
I am sorry that Joe and I were unable to attend your Dad's service but we will always remember the good times we had as neighbors for all of those years. Your Mom and Dad were both very special to me. I will miss laughing with Byron and eating some of Jackie's delicious cakes.

Paul Black

August 21, 2008

Tommy & Jennifer -- Sorry I cannot be there for the service, but am thinking of you. Byron was a good man and a good friend to my father. I will always remember him coming by the house, and hunting with him and my grandfather in Giles County.

Butch & Lee Holland

August 21, 2008

I worked with your Dad & Granddad during the 80's at Verizon. It was my honor to have known him not only as a co-worker but as a friend. May God give each of you comfort and strength during your loss. We pray the hole left in your hearts by this loss will mend with time. In the meantime, hold his precious memories close to your hearts and cherish them forever. We know that Heaven is a far better place today having Byron amongst those that now call it home. Although it is impossible for me to attend his service, I will be holding you all up before the Lord for strength and enduring love during this most difficult time. In Christian Love,

Phyllis Wilborn

August 20, 2008

Jennifer and family,

I am so sorry to hear about your Father's death. May God's love and faith in Him guide you through this time of sorrow. A Great loss to all.

Kathy Rice

August 19, 2008

Tommy, We are truely sorry for you loss of your father. I know you made his last weeks good ones by the care you gave him.
May God Bless You In This Time Of Need,
Your Friends,
Kathy, Brandon and Braxton

Kim Collogan

August 18, 2008

Tommy,Cynthia and family,
I just learned of Byron's passing, and my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. The passing on another generation is a life changing event and I trust the good memories your family has will fill your hearts. You have gone above and beyond in caring for both Byron and Jackie
( and both your parents too, Cynthia) in these last difficult years they have had together. May God bless you all for doing unto others as you would have done unto you.
I pray for courage and strength in the days ahead as your family adjusts to the life without Byron.
Love and Prayers,
Kim Collogan

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