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William Aldridge Obituary

William H. (Bill) Aldridge, 77, of Christiansburg, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2008 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. A 1953 graduate of Lynchburg College, he was also a US Army veteran. He was owner and operator of retail furniture business's for over forty-four years, including, Fashion House Furniture, "on the Square." Elder of the Snowville Christian Church, he was Past President of the Christiansburg Chamber of Commerce, and a past board member of New River Valley Health Foundation. Born in Henry County "Martinsville", he was the son of the late Ashley and Myrtle Aldridge. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lucas Aldridge; sons, Lee Aldridge, Staten Island, New York, Sam Aldridge and wife, Kathy, Gilford, New Hampshire, and Bill Aldridge, Christiansburg, Va.; daughter, Beth Aldridge, Marshfield, Mass.; grandchildren, Andrew Aldridge, Forest Aldridge, Libby Aldridge, Eamon Aldridge, Kelly A. Noto and husband, Steve, and Brannon Aldridge; great-granddaughter, Sarah Elizabeth Noto; a sister, Betty Ann Hodges, Christiansburg, Va.; aunt, Freda Robertson, Martinsville; and many, many special friends. In lieu of flowers, the family asked memorials be made to the Bill Aldridge Children's Fund at Snowville Christian Church, c/o Mrs. William Guill, 906 Robertson Street, Radford, VA 24141 or the Christiansburg Rescue Squad, Riner Station, Box 176, Christiansburg, VA 24068. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008 at the Snowville Christian Church, conducted by Pastor Jonathan Webster, with interment to follow in the Lucas Family Cemetery. The Aldridge family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, VA. (382-2612) On line condolences may be sent to www.hornefuneralservice.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 17 to Oct. 19, 2008.

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Denie and Lisa (Epperly) Marie

October 22, 2008

We are thinking of you during this very difficult time. What a joy Mr. Aldridge was to all those that knew him. Always a smile, always a hug and kiss. What a very special person. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family.

Bob Hardy

October 21, 2008

Dear Barbara and family,
So sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I am so glad we made it to church to see you both on the 175th celebration. I know Bill and Dad are catching up on old times.
Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob and Linda Hardy

October 21, 2008

Beth and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We were always amazed how close your family was, despite the miles that separate you all. There have been so many family trips we have heard about and each one sounded better than the last. We hope the memories of those times together help you remember the wonderful life you all shared with Mr. Aldridge.
Thinking of you all,
Dave, Christine, Sean and Jason Reilly
Whitman, MA

Junior Akers

October 21, 2008

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Mr Aldridge's passing. He was a good man and will be greatly missed.
Love,
Junior, Freddi, Cody & Derek Akers

Matt, Teresa & Lynette Carroll

October 20, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very hard time. Bill was a wonderful man and we were blessed to know him. We have many wonderful memories of his kindness and generosity

Lisa Morrissey

October 20, 2008

Dear Beth and Family,

All of us on 6 North at CHB are thinking of you, and offer our condolences. From the obituary it sounds as though your dad had a very full life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Take care,
Lisa

Tom Fynan and Bill Loutrel

October 19, 2008

Sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

Shannon Brennan

October 19, 2008

Dear Barbara, Lee, Billy, Sam, and Beth,

I was so sorry to hear of Bill's death. I have many happy early memories of our families' time together. May those memories and others ease your current pain.

Ken&Arlene Strauss

October 19, 2008

I am sorry for the loss of good friend. bill will be missed by all that new him.

pat miles

October 18, 2008

Bill was a very kind and wonderful person, who cared about not only his lovely wife and chrildren, but, cared about everyone. Ill miss him, as he was my most valued friend.

david and patricia akers

October 18, 2008

i'm very sorry to learn of bills passing
he was a very careing person both in the store and out he will be greatly missed our prayers are with you at this difficult time

Marcia Hart Hill

October 18, 2008

Barbara, Lee, Billy, Sammy, and Beth,
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. God bless you.
All my love,

Regina Worrell

October 18, 2008

To All: My heart hurts for you at this very sad time. Bill has always been a very special person. My prayers are with everyone.

All my love, Regina

Mr&Mrs David Smith

October 18, 2008

We are sorry for your loss.

MaryElizabeth (Taylor) Lindon

October 18, 2008

Barbara, sorry I cannot be with you; am out of town; I do share in your loss, and have great memories of visiting with Bill in the store! He surely will be missed. God bless...
Mary Elizabeth (Taylor) Lindon,

Nicole, Kayla, Missy, and Tommy Layton

October 18, 2008

Billy,

We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss your dad at the basketball games.

Diane Whitt

October 18, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ron and Patsy Brockenbrough

October 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers to the family

W. Richard and Janice R. Shelton

October 17, 2008

Dear Aldridge Family,

Please know of our sadness at Mr. Aldridge's passing. He was a wonderful person and we were privileged to know him. May God grant you His special peace and comfort. Hold to your memories as you go through this time of loss.

Lisa Tilley McCartney

October 17, 2008

Dear Aldridge Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr Aldridge was such a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face. I pray that our Savior will comfort you during this most difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Walkers, Joe & Donna

October 17, 2008

To the Aldridge Family,

Words have no bearing at this time, other than to let you all know that you are in our prayers. God is there for you all, God bless you all.

Wendy Evans

October 17, 2008

Dear Barbara, Lee, Billy, Sammy, and Beth,

We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill has always been part of my life and Snowville Christian Church's. It is hard to image the Church without his smiling face in it. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Bill will be missed by his family, friends, Church family, and the whole community.

Love,

Wendy Estes Evans and David, Brittany, and Christopher Evans

JOANNE REED

October 17, 2008

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. BILL WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON, I KNOW EVERYONE WILL MISS HIM. YOUR WHOLE FAMILY HAS MY SYMPATHY

Phillip & Kim Woolwine

October 17, 2008

Billy and Family

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Walton

October 17, 2008

I'm so sorry about this. He was a wonderful man. Helped so many people.

Betty Wimmer

October 17, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
His presence will be missed by so many who knew and loved him dearly.

Missie Quesenberry

October 17, 2008

I'm very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all may God be with you in this time. Bill and your family is very special to us and we will miss him dearly. If you need anything please let us know. Love, Missie Quesenberry & Family also Troy & Shirley Albert.

Sue Hall Folden

October 17, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. Bill will be so sadly missed. He was a wonderful person. I thought so much of him. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

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