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Rodney Goolsby Obituary

Rodney Madison Goolsby, 63, of Buena Vista, Va., died on Wednesday, October 1, 2008. Memorial service 2 p.m. Sunday, October 5, 2008, at Bethany Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va.
Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 4 to Oct. 5, 2008.

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Doris Pelter

October 5, 2008

I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marshall Pugh

October 4, 2008

Carolyn, my prayers are with you and the family in this time of grieving. Rodney was a special person whom I've known since High School and his e-mails kept us in touch over the years. He will be missed by many.

debbi Messick

October 3, 2008

Carolyn and Dorothy, you are in our prayers. "Goose" was a special person. May God comfort you and remember the good times. Debbi & Kristen Messick

Jeff Henson

October 3, 2008

Dear Carolyn, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God bless you and comfort you. With deepest sorrow. Jeff & Darlene Henson

Judy Fix

October 3, 2008

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

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