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Bobby Thomason Obituary

Bobby Flecher Thomason, 21, of Radford, Va., passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, of injuries sustained in a fall. He was a member of the Junior Class at Radford University and was a member of Delta CHI Fraternity. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Bobby Wayne and Mary Grace Thomason; his mother, Kathy Lynn Thomason; sisters, Kathy Diane Faircloth and husband, Stephen F. Jr., and Tiffany Angelica Thomason; brothers, James Michael Thomason and Matthew Wayne Thomason; his grandmothers, Diane Keller and Katherine Anne Thomason; great-grandmother, Maxine Linkous; aunts and uncles, Lisa Wade, Cindy Thomason, Diane Thomason, Richard Allen Thomason, Norman Thomason and Kenneth Wade; and greatuncles, Phillip Herndon, and Larry McGlenn and wife, Virginia. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at the Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, in the Horne Funeral Chapel conducted by Pastor Jeff White with interment to follow in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg, Va. The Thomason family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. Online condolences may be sent to www.hornfuneralservic.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 20 to Sep. 23, 2008.

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Jamie (Allie's mom4ever) Pumpelly

September 28, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of Bobby's family and friends. I did not know him but I know one of his friends who is just so sad and cannot understand this tragic loss. This friend also lost her best friend, who happened to be my daughter. I understand the pain of losing a child and it is something that takes a very long time to even attempt to learn to live with the loss. I can only hope that anyone close to the family and friends will give you the support and love you so desparately need during this time. Your child means everything and this is something that cannot be understood. I wish all of you who loved him and knew him peace and strength!

Sharon Miller

September 25, 2008

I did not know Bobby, but my daughter met him at RU and thought the world of him. My thoughts and prays are with the family and may all the wonderful memories of Bobby help you through this difficult time. God Bless

Tom Horowitz, International President, Delta Chi

September 25, 2008

On behalf of The Delta Chi Fraternity, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and all who knew Bobby. We were saddened to hear about this, but wanted to let you know that his brothers from all over North America stand with you in this time of grief.

Trish Morley

September 25, 2008

Bobby was such a close friend and like a brother to my daughter Danielle. I got to meet Bobby during spring break this past year and he was such a fine boy. He would do anything for anybody. He will be dearly missed. My prayers and thoughts go to his family. God bless you all.

Treon Simon

September 24, 2008

The Thomas Dale H.S JROTC family sends our deepest sympathy to Bobby's family during this time of grief. May the memories of Bobby bring you comfort. A very fine cadet who will be missed dearly. God Bless.

Clara O'Neal

September 22, 2008

I can find no adequate words to express the deep sorrow of your loss. I wish you comfort in the good memories and love you shared. May God bring you guidance during this difficult time and peace to endure this tragic loss.

Jan McMillan

September 22, 2008

Our family would like to extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. Our son Craig (Pendleton) was a friend and fraternity brother and is deeply saddened by the passing of your son, Bobby.

Talley Holt

September 22, 2008

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

Bob & Theresa McDowell

September 21, 2008

No one will ever know how you feel but God and He has chosen Bobby for a special mission. May all you memories of him bring you great joy. God Bless you and yours. Bob & Theresa McDowell

Ann Holbrook

September 21, 2008

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may God bless all of you and give you the strength to get through this difficult time. My daughter and Bobby met at RU and she will always treasure their friendship and the fun times they shared. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.

Terry Saunders

September 20, 2008

I am so very sorry for your loss. My family got to know Bobby from his time in Ladysmith and he has always held a special place in our hearts. He was a kind and loving person. May God bless you and ease your pain.

Tom & Anna Homan

September 20, 2008

Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God will give you and your family the strength to go on. Bobby is a better place in heaven with no worries and no pain. If you need anything we are here for you.

Barbara & Jay O'Brien

September 20, 2008

We are so very sorry for your loss. It's a terrible tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gail Minnix

September 20, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May God bring peace and comfort to those that have lost their loved one. Hopefully, in time great memories will replace sadness. God is always there to help you get through the hard times. May the Lord truly bless the family and see them through this difficult time in their lives. ++++++++++++++++

Beverly Bishop Sherry Spencer

September 20, 2008

Music, when soft voices die

Music, when soft voices die,
Vibrates in the memory—
Odours, when sweet violets sicken,
Live within the sense they quicken.

Rose leaves, when the rose is dead,
Are heaped for the beloved's bed;
And so thy thoughts, when thou art gone,
Love itself shall slumber on.

By Percy Bysshe Shelley
The Poetry Foundation

Mr & Mrs K.L. Bousman

September 20, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of this terrible tragady . May the Lord bless your family and give you the strength to you need to help you through this . God Bless You .

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