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Eloise McDonald Obituary

Eloise Lacy Edwards McDonald, 91, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2008. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2008, at the Lotz Vinton Chapel.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 6, 2008.

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Jamie & Mike Chittum

December 5, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Eloise. When we moved in across the street in Spring Grove she welcomed us with food and open arms. She was such a sweet woman. She will be missed. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Jamie & Mike Chittum

Ralph (Buster) & Marie Edwards

December 5, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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