Irvin Simmons Agnew

Irvin Agnew Obituary

Irvin Simmons Agnew, 87, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, February 3, 2009. He was a World War II veteran of the US Navy, long time member of First Nazarene, and retiree of 31 years from the US Postal Service. He enjoyed golf at Blue Hills and many visits to Sunset Beach, N.C. Preceding him in death are his parents, Jabe Johnson and Beatrice Flinchum Agnew; brother, Johnson Agnew; and son, Randy Agnew. Left to cherish his memory: wife (his girl) of 66 years, Virginia King Agnew (Jen); daughter, Connie Gray and husband, Ken; son Randy's children, Nikki Agnew and Todd Agnew and their mother, Linda, and Josh Agnew and his mother, Karen; son, Barry and wife, Elizabeth Merritt Agnew; sister, Eleanor Peverall and husband, Turk. Seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren will miss their Granddaddy/Graddy: Brian Settles and wife, Kimberly and children, Brecken and Kaidyn, Kevin Settles and children, McKenzy and Kamdyn, Nikki Agnew and daughter, Cassidy, Todd Agnew and wife, Keisha, Philip Agnew, Chloé Agnew and Josh Agnew; also four nieces, four nephews and many friends. Funeral service at First Church of the Nazarene, Highland Avenue, Friday, February 6, 2009, 1 p.m. Graveside follows at Sherwood Memorial Park. The Rev. Earl Robertson officiating. Flowers accepted but donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or First Nazarene. Visitation, Thursday, February 5, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. 982-2221

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 4 to Feb. 5, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Irvin Agnew

13 Entries

Jean Tozar

February 13, 2009

Thank you for allowing me to help you in this difficult time. Don't forget
The Bill Gaither Groups CD "Heaven"
It is wonderful and will be a comfort to you. May God fill the space of your loss with his comfort and that of friends and family. My Kindest Regards, Jean Tozar Fam Svc. @ Sherwood

Rex-Elliott Humrich

February 8, 2009

My thoughts are with you all during this time of loss. I have such fond memories of Irvin.

With love.

Glenda Parrish

February 7, 2009

Jenny, Connie, Ken, Barry, Elizabeth and all grandchildren,
I can not begin to tell you how sorry I was not to be at the funeral yesterday. I am so thankful that I got to see Irvin in the hospital. We talked, laughed and prayed. I will never forget that. Barry, I was so glad we got to visit.
I told my family and mom that the day Irvin went to be with Jesus ,I was impacted by the memory of him sitting on the front step of 1311 Penmar talking to Grandma and Grandpa and that on that day he got to see them, Randy, The Kings and our Nathan and talk to them uninterrupted. That was a beautiful picture to me.
I loved his sweet, quiet, steady spirit and most of all his love for the LORD JESUS. I love you all and I am praying for you.

Hoover & Barbara Harelson

February 7, 2009

We were sorry to hear of Irvin's death. May God's grace guide and comfort you and your family,

Dave ( Davey ) Moran

February 6, 2009

I was sorry to hear about Mr. Agnew. May God's blessings cover you with hope and love now and in the future. I remember many summer days playing in your yard. Mr. Agnew letting my father paint his 1949 chevy truck under his carport. Another great man has left us. The memories and wisdom he left will always be remembered.
Again may God bless you----------->

Jeff Craft

February 6, 2009

Todd -
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. If you or the family need anything, please call on me.

Angelia Vernon

February 5, 2009

Barry, Elizabeth and Agnew Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God keep you and comfort you during this difficult time.

Ronnie Sweet

February 5, 2009

Todd, I am sorry to hear about your grandfather. I know he will be missed and my prayers are certainly with you and your family. Please give my regards to your grandmother and how she and your grandfather give us all hope that we could all be so lucky to have 66 years together with the one that we choose to spend our life with.

Regina Hines

February 5, 2009

Todd, I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandfather. Keep him in your heart always and remember all that he has taught you during his stay here on earth. He will always be an ANGEL on your sholder.

Megan Motley

February 5, 2009

Barry and Elizabeth I am so sorry for your lost I am praying for u as you deal with this lost
Love in Christ
Megan

Betty Lou Hunley Jenkins

February 5, 2009

Dear Virginia and Family,
My heart is saddened for your loss with Irvin's Homegoing. He seemed like such an humble man with a strong faith in the Lord, always a Christian gentleman, and a good neighbor to all.

I deeply regret that I will not be able to attend the visitation or the memorial service, as I am now recuperating from face surgery earlier this week.

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord sustain you during these difficult times, and shower you with grace upon grace.

Lovingly,

Terri Driscoll

February 4, 2009

Jenny and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Irvin. I know it is hard but he is in a better place. I am sorry I won't be able to make it to the funeral but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family.

Love,
Terri (Agnew) Driscoll

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