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Frances Short Key

Frances Key Obituary

Frances Short Key, 93, of Roanoke, died on January 18, 2009. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at the Roanoke United Methodist Home. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jan. 21, 2009.

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Lori Lucas

January 21, 2009

Tom, Carol & Jennifer,

I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kara Nininger

January 21, 2009

I will always treasure the many ornaments and sewn characters I was given as a child from Aunt Fran. Such a talented woman with a contagious love for life. My thoughts are with the family at this time, she will be greatly missed.

January 20, 2009

We wish you comfort and peace during this time of sorrow.
John and Dinah Preddy
Virginia Beach, VA

Bonnie Hager

January 20, 2009

Tom, Carol & Family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. I am sure your mother will be sadly missed by all.

MYRA GRAY

January 20, 2009

my thoughts and prayers goes out to your family frances was a nice sweet lady she loved when i brought my daughter up to see her she never gave me any problems from when i was working in the dietary dept. at the methodist home i will miss her

Frances Haggerty

January 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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