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Joanne McAllister Basham

Joanne Basham Obituary

Joanne McAllister Basham, 71, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008, to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Boyd and Sylvia McAllister; a sister, Linda Thompson; and two brothers, Paul and Ralph McAllister. She was a member of Valley Word Church. She worked for Sears in the parts area for 15 years. Surviving are her husband of 52 years, Donald E. (Don) Basham; daughters, Cindy Jeter, of Roanoke, Mary Basham, of Evanston, Il., Joy Lynsky, of Moneta, Va.; six grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 19, 2008, at noon at Oakey's North Chapel with the Pastor Eddie Crabtree and the Pastor Karl Stewart officiating. Interment to follow in the Mt. View Cemetery, Vinton, Va. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 18, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2008.

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Sarah Reynolds

November 18, 2008

Don,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything we can do for you let us know. You were a very special husband to your wife, and we know it was greatly apreciated.
Sincerely,
Sarah R., Ann C. and Sarah W.
7 west nursing staff

Bob & Kay Rippee

November 18, 2008

Don, Mary, and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mike Epperly

November 18, 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.

Kenneth Blankenship

November 17, 2008

Don, I am so sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. I thought of you two often, and spoke to Gene Metz about you & him working at Creamery. I was your neighbor from Brownlee Ave. in the 1960's (remember Ken & Linda?) sincerely,

Francis Trincia, Jr

November 17, 2008

Don and Family,
The Trincia Family wishes to extend our condolances and prayers during this difficult time. How ironic that we lost our mom and wife Kay with-in a few days of Joanne. They were both the cornerstone of stong families and both will be sadley missed.
The Trincia's

donald and kim epperly

November 17, 2008

we are praying for you in your loss. remember she is now safe with our lord. no more pain no more tears. don ,mary,ashley--we care.

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