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Truman Young Obituary

Truman Douglas (Doug) Young, 40, of Bassett, died October 13, 2008. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2008, at the Pentecostal Holiness Assembly Building. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 15 to Oct. 17, 2008.

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kermit&Robin Gilbert

October 17, 2008

Our thought's and prayers are with you in you time of grief...

Bobby & Mary Stockton

October 17, 2008

We are sorry for the loss of your love one's, and praying for the young family

Joseph and Marvelean Sparrow

October 17, 2008

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

NICOLE & JONTE' WATKINS

October 17, 2008

GOD BLESS BOTH FAMILIES IN YOUR TIME OF DEEP SORROW.

Ervin Carter

October 16, 2008

Iworked with DOUG'S wife at Hanesbrand Inc.who was killed also.She was a very sweetlady that loved her family.Every day that we took lunch together she talked about her family.She loved her husband,she loved her son,she loved the whole family ,i looked forward to eating lunch with her,because she was always sharing something with me about her family.Now I as I sat at lunch time just waiting for her to walk in with that that beautiful smile ,knowning that is it not going to happen ,my heart is hurting,I heard so much about Doug and I never met him but from what i heard he was one of a kind. May God Bless This Family
Ervin R Carter
Martinsville,Va

Jackie Paylor (Wells)

October 16, 2008

It had been a long time since I spoke with Doug, however it was a blessing to hear he was still running the race and still encouraging others. He had a beautiful spirit and will be missed tremendously. May the love of God continue to strengthen the family and friends. Janice I love you.

Caitlin Speakman (Truman's niece)

October 15, 2008

Uncle Doug has finally went home to heaven to be with the one he worshiped dearly. I'm really going to miss him. Please pray for our family.

Cathy Johnson (Johnson Family)

October 15, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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