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Buddie Garman Obituary

Buddie Eugene Garman, 71, of Catawba, Va., passed away on Monday, February 2, 2009. He was born on June 22, 1937, and was the son of the late Kermit and Virginia Garman. Buddie was the past owner of Catawba Grocery. He is survived by his son, Kevin Garman; two granddaughters, La'Nessa Garman and Brittany Garman; brother, Frankie Garman; sister, Millie Rhodes; daughter he never had, Jane Hansen; former wife, Sheila Garman; and numerous other family members and friends. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, February 6, 2009, in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son with the Reverend Loraine Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, February 5, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The Garman family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2009.

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Dan & Mary Campbell

February 6, 2009

We were saddened to hear of Buddie's death. We have not lived in Catawba since 1983 but we still have fond memories of Buddie and his parents. Kevin, you might remember Chris, he went to school with you.

LYNDIA GARMAN

February 6, 2009

Kevin,Brittany & LaNessa, Just wanted to let yall know that Ive been thinking about yall and to let ya know im only a phone call away if there's anything I can do...Love You Guys Very Much!!!

lucile coleman

February 6, 2009

kavin and family of buddy gorman i am sorry to know of buddys death i am rogers mother -in -law i know roger will miss him buddy was always there for roger truslow when he lost his home by fire and when my daugher dorothy past away he was there for buck and always there when he had heart surgery and called buck all the time to make sure he was ok i know it will be a big loss to buck i did not know buddy personally but know him through roger i am very sorry of his death may the lord be with you at these times

Sandra Ritch (Campbell)

February 5, 2009

Kevin and family,

I was sorry to learn about the death of your dad. I have many fond memories of your dad and of going to the store. It's been many years since I have seen any of you but some things you never forget. Sending you and your family many thoughts and prayers.

Sandy Campbell Ritch

Marie (Lavinder) Greer

February 5, 2009

To the Garman Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you as I think of my childhood in Catawba and my Garman family. I can't imagine my childhood without all of you. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of loss and encourage you with the knowledge that you will all be together again in Heaven.

Troy Bowman

February 5, 2009

Kevin,

You are in our thoughts and Prayers.

Gail Garman Fields

February 5, 2009

Sending my thoughts and prayers, from Buddie's cousin.

Tricia Slusser

February 5, 2009

Kevin and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you...

brad webb

February 5, 2009

kevin and family, we are thinking of you and all of you are in our prayers.enjoyed all the times I spent with you and Buddy. Brad and Donna Webb, newcastle, va.

Gary Wright

February 5, 2009

To Kevin and the Garman Family. You all are in our prayers. Buddy will be greatly missed.Take care and come see us when you can.
Gary, Faye, Rob & Stacey Wright

Lisa Wiley

February 4, 2009

LaNessa, Brittney & Family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if there is anything we can do.

Robert (Bobby) Alls

February 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Buddie. I grew up with him and remember him well as we were friends.

Debra and Michael Craighead

February 4, 2009

Kevin,Britt, and Nessa...I am so sorry to hear about Buddie., I know how hard it is to lose a parent and the devastation it causes .I hope God will comfort you at this time and I will keep you all in my prayers. I thought alot of Buddie and he was always very kind to me. Take care of each other and if I can do anything to ease the pain, please let me know.

Love you all!

Pam Landreth

February 4, 2009

You will be sadly missed. Thanks for the free bubble gum at the store! With love, your neighbor.

Oakey Hoke

February 4, 2009

Kevin & Garman Family,
We are deeply saddened to learned about Buddy's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time
Love,
Oakey, Gena, Rhonda, Roy & Girls

Alice Hodges

February 4, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ralph Kirk

February 3, 2009

Our Years in Catawba make us glad to have known Buddy as our friend and neighbor. Our Prayers go out to all his family. Ralph & Ennis Kirk & Family.

Brian and Christy Fralin

February 3, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Orton

February 3, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of loss. I have many fond memories of Uncle Buddie, I know that he is in a better place, with his sister whom we lost last year, and his parents whom we lost when I was very young.
Much love and sympathy at this your hour of need,

Kathy A.Orton(Huffman) & Family

Matt&Kim Custer

February 3, 2009

buddy was a great friend an a good dad.He will be missed just rember he is in a better place now.

jeanie carroll/thompson

February 3, 2009

The family is in my thoughs and prayers. So many memories growing up with with so many cousins like Buddy.Rest in peace

Dawn Brown

February 3, 2009

The sorrow of the faithful
is not that of permanent loss,
but the tender sense of sadness
that comes in saying good-bye for now
to someone we love.
May today's sorrow give way
to the peace and
comfort of God's love.

Dawn Brown

Phil, Norma & Beth Carper

February 3, 2009

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

bobby and Jan webb

February 3, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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