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1920
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2009
Melvin Huffine Obituary
"Now that I have wings like a dove, I will fly far, far away into the wilderness and be at rest. Adios Amigos."
Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707.
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for Melvin Huffine
William "Kirkwood" Wright
March 30, 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting this wonderful man on several occasions through my very good friend Bonnie. I had the pleasure of spending time with him at Mrs Blackwell's 100th birthday celebration, at Bonnie and John's wedding, and at a few cookouts the family was gracious enough to include me in. It was always a pleasure to talk with him. My prayers are with each and every one of you.
Lily Wade
March 29, 2009
My first memory of Uncle Melvin was after Gary and I married. He took me to meet his famiy. Uncle Melvin was so excited to have someone new to show the Mill Mounton Star to. Then there was the time we were on vacation with my two granddaughters. We stopped and visited Melvin and Virginia. He was so excited to take them to the Star. He bought them an ice cream on the way home. They were all talking at once and still my girls ask after him. I will alway love and respect him for the kind southern gentleman that he was too me. The childlike quality that endered him to me and my girls. I will always miss you.
Gary Wade
March 29, 2009
I remember all the years when I was little people and Melvin and Virginia would took care of me during the summers. I rember his big smiles when he first took me up to Mill Mountain and I road the train there and look out over Roanoke. I remember when he surprised me taking us to Virginia Beach. He sure liked to eat and travel. I'm glad I was able to show him around Hawaii while I was stationed there. I still have his World War II books he gave me and his stories about his time in the Navy during the war. He was very proud of that time. It going to be strange for me when I visit Roanoke and not seeing his big smile. I'm sure he'll have some good stories and a big smile when I see him down the road.
4th floor nursing staff- Friendship Manor
March 27, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sam Douglas- Jessica Clingenpeel
March 27, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Your neighbors on Arcadia Drive
March 27, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Friendship Manor
March 27, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Gary & Norma White
March 27, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Diane Davis
March 27, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Steve & Claudia Lambruscati
March 27, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Shawn White
March 27, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Arren White
March 27, 2009
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Sandra & Miles White
March 27, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Harbor Freight
March 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Frances Gross
March 27, 2009
Virginia,
Fifty eight years ago, you said your vows to love and honor, in sickness and health. You kept that promise.
I know Melvin appreciated all you did for him.
There were bad, good and happy days, don't dwell on the bad. Just cherish the good and happy memories.
As the Bible says: "Well done thy faithful servant.
JOHN DOUGLAS
March 25, 2009
MELVIN WAS A GOOD FRIEND, TO ME. HE ALWAYS HAD A GOOD WORD OR A KIND THING TO SAY. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. ENJOY YOUR REST MELVIN. ADIOS AMIGO, I'LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE
brandon boothe
March 24, 2009
i will never forget getting upset till you let me mow your yard for the frist time. little did i know 13 summers later i would still be doing it. also will never forget you picking me up to go out to lunch on tuesdays. got any thing to eat???
YOU WILL BE MISSED
Debbie Wade Bayliss
March 24, 2009
I remember every summer my parents would take me and Gary and just me when Gary was gone to Roanoke. That was our vacation. I remember your first house but not very well now. It was nice to be able to walk to Grandma's and Granddad's. Mom still talks about the trip to Hawaii that you both went on with her and dad. They always enjoyed your trips up here to visit too. Melvin you will be missed but you are in a better place now. And Ginny you are in our prayers.
Cindy Johnson
March 23, 2009
My earliest memory of Melvin would be as a small child. Ginny babysat me while Mom worked. I remember standing at the living room window watching for Melvin to come home from work. When I saw Melvin’s car pull into the driveway, I would run to hide so he could come find me. Almost before he had a chance to look, I would jump out and say “Here I am”. I also remember Melvin and Ginny taking us to Bailey’s Cafeteria at Crossroads Mall and the many other places we went. When I was a young woman, Melvin did me the honor of walking me down the isle at my wedding.
I was the first one at the hospital when Melvin had his stroke. The doctor said the kind of stroke he had was so bad he should not have even made it to the emergency room. Melvin’s first question to me was “Where is Virginia? Tell her I’m OK”. Melvin could no longer drive so I would get their weekly groceries. Melvin would be standing in the kitchen waiting for the piece of candy I would bring and my answer to his “Adios Amigo”. Sometimes I would give him an extra piece behind Ginny’s back and he would hide it in his pocket before she saw. That was such fun for him thinking he got by with something. Mike and I would sometimes take them on Sunday drives or out to eat or to get ice cream or a picnic at Mike’s house in the country. On these trips, Melvin got much satisfaction on remembering his seat belt before I had to tell him to put it on. After these journeys, Melvin would say “We really enjoyed having you with us today”.
We all knew the good Lord was keeping Melvin here for a reason. Maybe it was to show us the small joys you can add to someone’s life with just the simple gift of a little bit of your time. Melvin I love you and miss you. Until we meet again, “Hasta La Vista Baby!”
Love,
Michael Klocek
March 13, 2009
I remember the trips to view the fall leaves and Christmas lights.
We all enjoyed the picnics, ice cream and watermelon.
Watching Melvin got me to stop and smell the roses.
I also learned that
“Squirrel gravy is never wavy”
Love always
Kimberly Tomlin
March 11, 2009
Although I only knew him for a short time, I have two memories of Melvin that I will never forget. The one of Melvin who always innocently asked if we "got any candy" when we walked through the door each time, and of Melvin with little Connor simply saying "Adios Amigos". His family loved him very much, as did I for the few years I was blessed to know him. He is in a far better place now, enjoying looking down on Ginny, Bonnie, Cindy, Brandon, and of course, Little Connor. Rest in peace, Melvin.
Dianne Decker
March 5, 2009
Virginia,
Dick, mother and I have enjoyed knowing Melvin over the years, especially at church. He often sat with us, and my, how we enjoyed his hearty Amens, as well as the surprise on the face of a new minister who was unacustomed to one worshiping the Lord with such enthusiasm! Our visits to bring Communion and with the Lighthouse group were so delightful and Melvin seemed to enjoy them so much. Just a couple of weeks before he had his big stroke, he stopped by the house to share a book with us, and gave testimony of how God had given him favor over a traffic ticket. He was such a gentle, warm and kind man, with such a sweet sense of humor. He will be dearly missed by us. I know his prolonged illness has been heartbreaking, and his constant care exhausting, but you loved and cared for him wonderfully, and I know, without a doubt, he knew how much you loved him. I know too, he leaves a gigantic void in your life, and we pray that God, the Holy Spirit will fill your heart with His comfort and His love. I know your neices and other family members will gather around you now, but we are nearby neighbors, and if you need a ride somewhere, or if there is anything we can do for you, please call. Our phone is 562-0455. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Dick & Dianne Decker and Pauline Hoback
Bonnie Douglas
March 2, 2009
My fondest memory of Melvin-well I don't have just one but many of them. To many to write them all down, but a few do come to mind. Aunt Ginny and Uncle Melvin taking my sister and me on picnics to Cave Mountain Lake, on hiking trips to The Peaks of Otter, exploring the caves at Lurray Caverns, going to Lakeside amusement park, swimming at Traveltown swim club, and many, many more. Ginny and Melvin were more like a second mom and dad to us than a Aunt and Uncle. They usually took us out to eat somewhere just about every Friday night.
Melvin, I don't know if you are on a cruise ship somewhere looking at those deep, blue waters you always talked about or sitting on a beach somewhere in a lounge chair under a umbrella, watching the world go by, but I know for sure of a couple of things: you are no longer in pain and suffering, you are back to the ole Melvin I remember from my youth, everyone in this family has one more angel watching out for them and you now have a endless supply of that candy you loved so much.
Take care until I see you again-you will be missed by many. Later Alligator!
Everette Boothe
March 1, 2009
It was a joy to us to know this loving gentleman.Also to see and know that connor brought so many smiles to melvin. connor loved him very much.
God Bless each and everyone of you.
love Everette Boothe and family.
Jessica Greene (Wade)
February 28, 2009
My fondest memories of my Uncle Melvin were running around the back yard catching lightening bugs with the glass jars he gave me and making a mess of the coloring books that him and Aunt Ginny saved for me to use throughout the years. Uncle Melvin you will be greatly missed, I am sorry I could not make it up there to visit more often, but I will see you up in heaven one day!
Love you always,
Your great neice,
Jessica
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