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James Keys Obituary

James David Keys, 83, of Blacksburg, died Friday, November 7, 2008, at the VA Medical Center. He was born in Montgomery County, Va. on May 28, 1925, to the late Fleming and Easter Sherman Keys. He is survived by his wife, Delores L. Keys, of Blacksburg; two daughters, Gloria Keys, of Blacksburg, and Delores C. MulVaney and husband, Richard, of Sterling, Va.; sister, Ida Gaitor, of Columbus, Ohio; brother, Joe McDaniel, of Columbus, Ohio; numerous grandchildren and a host of other relatives. Memorial services will be conducted Tuesday, November 11, 2008, at 1 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Robert Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, c/o Mrs. Betty Basham-Chairman, 200 Evans Street, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until service time Tuesday, November 11, 2008, at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, 2008.

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Linda Brown Claytor

November 10, 2008

To the Keys Family:

I know your hearts are heavy with this great loss, but we also know GOD makes no mistakes. Mr. Keys was a valued and well liked employee of the USDA/FOREST SERVICE. We will miss him, his smile, and the fact that he was always ready to go the extra mile for us. If we can do anything for his family, we will be happy to do so. Please always remember and celebrate the good times.

JACK JONES

November 9, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

JACK JONES/ Friend & Co-Worker

November 9, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jean Eaves

November 8, 2008

Lois, Vonne, and Gloria and all the Keys Family, May God be with you in your time of sorrow. You know we love you.

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