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Gerald McCaul Obituary

Gerald McCaul, of Roanoke, Va., died on Monday, October 20, 2008. He was born in Ireland 88 years ago. He worked at the New York Stock Exchange for over 30 years and moved to Roanoke with his family 27 years ago. He was predeceased by six brothers; and two sisters. Those who love and miss him are his wife, Kathleen; his children, Patricia, Eileen, Finula, Colm, Hugh and Aideen; grandchildren, Aidan, Devlin, Emily, Allison, Liam, Ella, Brendan, Katie and Annie; as well as nieces and nephews around the world. He loved America but his heart never left Ireland. He will be missed by the many who loved him. Many thanks to the people at Pheasant Ridge Rehab, especially, Clarissa, for her love and care. After the service the family will gather at the home of Hugh and Amanda McCaul. A Mass of Resurrection will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. Thomas G. Miller officiating. Entombment will follow at St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 22 to Oct. 24, 2008.

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Sherrye Lantz

October 25, 2008

Eileen, I am so sorry for your loss and wanted to let you know I was thinking of you and all your family

dawn

October 23, 2008

Ahhhhhhh, to have known the great beleiver in Irish music on the porch, sun on the knees and the heart of a leprocon, I will miss my old friend who taught me about love, tolerance and loyalty in what I beleive.

shelia pauley

October 22, 2008

dear mrs.mccall their are no words to say to make you feel better just know that we are thinking of you. we live right up the street at 1841 oxford ave i am the lady with the little pincher. your grandson devlin plays with my grandson shane if there is anything i can do please feel free to call me anytime i just went through something similar to this. you are in our hearts and prayers and we will pray for you 345-6259 sincerily your nieghbors shelia tim shane cheyanne sandra manetta and kids

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