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Cleo Gordon Obituary

Cleo Walton Gordon, 86, of Roanoke, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 20, 2009. She really enjoyed cooking and loved people. Cleo was preceded in death by her first husband, David H. Walton; her second husband, Gene Gordon; and three children. She is survived by her children, Earl Walton, Nellie Davis, Frances Wimmer, Patsy Walker, Etta Bell Lundy, Darrell Walton, Betty Akers, Connie Walton and Ronnie Lee Walton; numerous grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; and great-greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 24, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with Pastor Brian Gordon officiating. The interment will follow in East Hill Cemetery in Salem. The family will be receiving friends 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, February 23, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22, 2009.

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Linda Morrow

February 27, 2017

Grandma Cleo was a wounded grandmother always very kind and loving....

Barbara Walton

February 26, 2009

Mom, you were definitely "one of a
kind." Your door was always open to your family and friends. We enjoyed the weekends we spent with you so much. We shared stories of old times and laughed about the funny things that had happened. We got teary-eyed about the sad times. but you soon
had us laughing again.
Mom, you were always a good hos-
tess and made sure we had plenty
of tasty food and rested well at
night. You showed your love by the
gracious way you treated us.
We will never forget your tears and your "God Bless You" when we left.
You will always be in our hearts, and
we believe we will join you in Heaven
around the throne of God.
We love you, Mom.
Earl & Barbara Walton

Crystal Strickler

February 25, 2009

Great Granny-
I love you dearly and miss you more. I'll never forget your laugh and the way you made me smile. I'm so glad you got to see Jadyn one last time. You'll always be in my heart. I love you always and forever.

Diane Jackson

February 25, 2009

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Jonathan, Jamie and Noah Quesenberry

February 24, 2009

Granny, I can never forget all the wonderful times we had at your house eating breakfast and listening to your stories about the ol days. I can vividly remember preaching on your front porch. We're so happy you were able to see your great grandson and he will come to know you as he gets older. You will be missed by all but I am glad to know that you are in a better place and that one day we will meet again. Love you!

Jeff Quesenberry

February 23, 2009

I love you Granny and I will miss you.

Debbie and ALissa Flannagan

February 23, 2009

You will be missed dearly by so many. May you have a wonderful eternal life with Jesus.

Love Debbie and Alissa

Brenda Barnes Meadows

February 23, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bobby meadows

February 23, 2009

we will miss the long talks and thoughts you had with us. Your love and warmth encouraged us to keep on going. If only the lord had granted my desire to visit one more time with you. I will however cherish the talks we had(over the phone) and how time seemed to stop whenever we were talking.Heavens gain is definitely our deep loss.We will miss our aunt Cleo.

Holly Strickler

February 22, 2009

Great-Granny; I'm going to miss you dearly. You could always put a smile on anyones face just by smiling at them. It will never be the same without you. I'm glad you could come back and see us one last time before you let the lord take you as his angel. I love you. Save a place for me in Heaven Great-Granny

Lisa Kibler

February 22, 2009

Grandma,
I am so blessed that you came back to Roanoke one last time. I will miss your beautiful smile and your contagious laughter! I'll never forget the last conversation we had together, much appreciated advise as always. Thank you for being a part of my life.

Pauline Meadows Lilly

February 22, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Cleo's death. We will be praying for you. The Lord is our strength. I will be 85 years in August. If we can help you in any way please let us know. It would be an honor. We love you.

Michael Quesenberry

February 22, 2009

Cleo Gordon was very special to me, her grandson, and will be sorely missed.

She had a way of being a good listener but offered great advice when needed. She was a good, God fearing woman, who always brought out the best in people. She was caring and I remember her well for her great cooking!

Though she is gone on this earth, she will live forever in my heart and I look forward to seeing her again in heaven someday.

Bruce Flannagan

February 21, 2009

Granny, I will miss you dearly. I will never forget your beautiful smile and how you always saw good in everyone. I know you are happy now that you are with Johnny & Albert but try not to be too hard on Grandpa!
I love you!

The best Granny in the world!!!!

February 21, 2009

charlie & jaye wimmer

February 21, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

david wimmer

February 21, 2009

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

becky&wendell hyatt

February 21, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

frances wimmer

February 21, 2009

momma you will be missed we miss u already

Daniel Wimmer

February 21, 2009

Granny, We wil miss u terribly. All of the memories of you sending me snow, my magic food bowls, and many many more. The summers we spent with u in the country, us tearing up your garden and you spanking our behinds. So many memories. We will cherish our memories always. We love u granny. I know you are happy now, and smiling down on us. Until we meet again, we love u Granny ! Love Daniel , Sonya , Brittney , and Nicole Wimmer

Rose Walton/Steen

February 21, 2009

I am heart broken at the thought of not seeing your smile again, of hearing your sweet voice. I am so thankful that God let me have you as a Granny, you were the best. You have touched my life in so many ways. I will never forget all the wonderful times we shared. Bisquits and gravy will never taste as good as yours and my heart will always miss you. You were a beautiful women, you were one of a kind, if anyone had even a glimmer of you in their life, they were truly blessed. I love you Granny, I will meet you in Heaven one day, cause I know without a shadow of a doubt that you are there, having a grand ole time with all your loved ones that have gone on before, Granny I love you so much, Thank you for your unconditional love all my life. I will always Love you.....

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