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Estel McClanahan Obituary

Estel (Mack) McClanahan, 72, of Marion, Va., passed away Sunday, November 2, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel, Marion.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 3, 2008.

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Marty Leedy

November 6, 2008

I worked with Estel at Long-Airdox and I too was a fellow musician.We would talk everyday about music and the areas we were playing at the time.I have sinced moved from the area and often times had wondered how he was and if we was still playing any music.He dearly loved it and as with all musicians you loved reminicing and talking about as we always did.He will be truely missed but he is with some of the best musicians and singers ever lived now.May God bless!!!!

Larry Dillon

November 5, 2008

To the family of Estel McClanahan and especially Alma. I did not know Mr. McClanahan but I know he was loved by his family and was a veteran. I can relate to Estel as a Veteran in Korea as my father was a POW in Korea for 27 months. He has passed on. My prayers are with you and from our agency Washington County Dept. of Social Services and myself as Fraud Investigator, my thoughts are with the family

Steve & Wanda Moore

November 4, 2008

May the Lord be with all of you.You are in our prayers.Lean on the Lord and he will help you now and later.

Michael Holland

November 4, 2008

Uncle Estel was a very talented musician and I have lots of childhood memories of him planying and singing. To my cousins, I am so sorry for your loss and send my heartfelt condolences. I would love to hear from you all...my address is 333 Windemere, Royal Oak, Mi. 48073

Roger Wynn

November 3, 2008

I worked with Estel at Long Airdox, Rural Retreat, for many years and would often stop to see him about lawn mowers. He was a good man and will be missed.

Sheila Moore

November 3, 2008

I am sad to hear of this news. My heartfelt condolences to the family. I jus found out this morning when my daughter, Leslie, called me. She had seen it in the newspaper. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Uncle Estel was one of a kind.

Linda & Randall Gordon

November 3, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. We really liked Estel so much & always enjoyed his visits to Rye Valley Oil. May God bless you all.

GRACE JUSTICE

November 3, 2008

Thank you, Sir, on behalf of all America for your dedication, sacrifice, and service in keeping our country safe, strong, and free. God bless your dear family and friends.

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