Marvin Lee LaPradd

Marvin Lee LaPradd, 65, of Rocky Mount, passed away Friday, January 23, 2009, in Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born February 15, 1943, in Franklin County, a son of the late Ralph and Eunice LaPradd. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Walter B. LaPrade; and his nephew, Michael LaPrade. Marvin is survived by his sister, Louise L. Wimmer; a niece, Tammy B. Audia, of Charlottesville; two nephews, Jeffrey Booth, of Glade Hill, and Stephen LaPrade, of Ohio; two greatnieces; and three greatnephews. Marvin was a great friend to all and would do anything he could to help someone. He will be greatly missed by all especially Louise and Jeff; and his cat, Garfield. He was a jack of all trades and master of most. Memorial services will be conducted from Redwood United Methodist Church 11 a.m. Monday with the Rev. Denise Bates officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations in Marvin's memory to the Planned Pethood Clinic, 18401 Virgil H. Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Va. 24151. His family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. www.florafuneralservice.com.