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Kenneth Wilson Obituary

Kenneth W. Wilson, 61, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father, William "Wink" Wilson; and father-in-law, the Reverend Paul Lephew. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Melissa Wilson; mother, Lois Wilson; mother-in-law, Cova Lephew; brothers-in-law, Michael and wife, Shirley, Donald and wife, Terry, and Tony; and numerous nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his racing family. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Monday, September 22, 2008, in the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home with the Reverend J.P. Hale officiating. Interment will follow at Church Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday evening, September 21, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey and Son, Salem. To send condolences to the family online, please register at www.johnmoakey.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 19 to Sep. 20, 2008.

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Lucy Wilson-Rock

October 13, 2008

Last night I had a crazy dream, a wish was granted just for me.
It could be for any thing. I didn't ask for money or a mansion in Malibu.
I simply wished for one more day with you.

One more day, one more time, one more sunset maybe I'd be satisifed, but then
again, I know what it would do, leave me wishin still for one more day with you.
One more day

First thing I'd do is pray for time to crawl. I'd unplug the telephone and
keep the T.V. off. I'd hold you every second, say a million I love you's,
that's what I'd do with one more day with you.

One more day, one more time, one more sunset maybe I'd be satisified, but then
again, I know what it would do, leave me wishin still for one more day with you.
One more day, one more time, one more sunset maybe I'd be satisified, but then
again, I know what it would do, leave me wishin still for one more day, leave
me
wishin still for one more day, leave me wishin still for one more day, with you.

Lois Young

September 30, 2008

Lois Wilson and family,
I can't even begin to imagine what you must be going through. Losing a Son would be so bad but to lose both a Son AND a Grandson must be so hard on you. My thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Edna Wood

September 22, 2008

Missy,
I am very sorry for the loss of Kenny. It is a great loss for you and I am very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Elizabeth McCray

September 21, 2008

I want to send my condolences to the Wilson family for their loss of Kenny. He was a great man, and so sorry to hear of his passing. I send prayers out to the family.

Karen Burton

September 21, 2008

Kim,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Roger Tracy Severa

September 20, 2008

Roger and I were so sorry to here of kennys passing . roger will miss him around the race shop.your family are in our prayers.

Rev. Roy Kanode

September 20, 2008

To the Wilson Family,

On behalf of the Ridgewood Baptist Church family, I want to extend to you all our deepest Christian love and sympathy. May God offer you His comfort and may you feel His presence during this time of grief

Tom & Donna Hensley

September 20, 2008

Our prayers and sympathy to the Wilson family on their loss.

Bonnie (Carroll) Ollis

September 19, 2008

To the Wilson Family
Sorry to hear of your loss, know our thoughts and prays are with you all.
Kenny left us with so many happy memories to hold on to.
God Bless

Gregg Meisenzahl

September 19, 2008

I will miss Kenny very much. My heart goes out to the Wilson family at this time of there loss. my thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Joan Thomas

September 19, 2008

Our deepest sympathies for all of the family.
With Love,
Joan, Betty, Margie

Carolyn Parr Craig

September 19, 2008

To the family,

May memories comfort you and bring you peace.

Carolyn Parr Craig and Family

Steve Cox

September 19, 2008

Saw you a couple days ago. Just remembering a lot of good times we had thanks for thr memories...

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