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Gilbert Roberts Obituary

Gilbert E. Roberts, 93, of Elk Creek, Va., died October 28, 2008. Funeral Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 2 p.m. in Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 29, 2008.

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Don and Shirley S. Gray

October 29, 2008

May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Lawrence and Joan Sexton

October 29, 2008

Bonnie and family we are so sorry for your loss. Gilbert will be missed by every one. May God bless you in your time of grief.

Nancy Waddle

October 29, 2008

To the Family of Gilbert Roberts,

Please accept my sincere condolences. I have met Gilbert over the years while visiting Uncle Olen and Aunt Nell. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you.
Nancy "Leedy" Waddle

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