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Robert Loope Obituary

Robert Thomas (Bobby) Loope, 61, of Buchanan, Va., passed away suddenly on Thursday evening, June 18, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard G. and Katherine Williamson Loope; and brother, Jimmy Loope. Bobby loved his church and had been a lifelong member of the Wheatland Lutheran Church, where he served as a Council Member and on the Board of Trustees. He coached Lacey, Brent and Andrew in various sports teams. He also enjoyed Virginia Tech football, playing golf and photography; had been "Santa Claus" for the Fincastle Christmas Parade for over 25 years, and was an avid collector of a lot of John Deere Toy Tractors. His loving family includes his wife of 36 years, Katie Hammit Provost Loope; son, Brent Isaac Loope and special friend, Kendra Anderson; and daughter, Lacey Katelyn Loope; sister and brother-in-law, Ginger L. and the Rev. Dr. Tom Smith, of Cumming, Ga.; brother and sisters-in-law, Bill and Mary Lee Loope, of Botetourt County, and Linda Loope, of Roanoke; special "adopted" son, Andrew Deppensmith; mother-in-law, Norma Wickline; brothersin-law, Charles Provost and wife, Elizabeth, Preston Wickline and wife, Linda, and sister-in-law, Jane Huff and husband, Andy; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Lee, Cathy and Suzanne Cronise. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 22, 2009, 11 a.m. in Wheatland Lutheran Church with the Rev. Cecie Haxton officiating. Interment will follow in church cemetery. Those wishing to make a contribution, please consider the Wheatland Lutheran Church, 302 Wheatland Road, Buchanan, Va. 24066. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan Va., 540-254-3000.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jun. 20 to Jun. 21, 2009.

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Sandra Phillips

June 24, 2009

Katie and Family-
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how close your family is and know you will all pull together to adjust to this loss.
I hope the memories you have of the wonderful family times you had will bring you peace and comfort.
You are in my thoughts and prayers and most importantly, in my heart.
Sandra Phillips

Alisa Simmons

June 23, 2009

Katie, Brent and Lacey,
Iam so sorry for your loss!!!!! It's easy for me to say that God has better plans for us than we do but it's not so easy to accept them sometimes.I know you will in time but just know that at this time you are in my prayers,God must have needed another angel when he took your Bobby and eventhough you miss him now you won't forever.

Gerald & Judy Hannah

June 22, 2009

Katie and the Loope family, our thoughts are with you. Know that you have our prayers and our sincere sympathy.
Gerald and Judy(Hubble) Hannah

Dana Loope

June 22, 2009

Ginger and family,I am sorry for your loss,may your memories keep you strong. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Annette and John Shaw

June 22, 2009

Katie and family, so sorry we missed the visitation. We will be down to visit with you all soon. If there is anything we can do, let us know. I know Bobby is in a much better place but I am sure God will wrap you in his love and support during this time.

Ann Rickman

June 22, 2009

Katie and children,

It is Monday and I just learned of your loss. Bobby was such a good man and will be missed so much. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Let me know if I can be of any help to you and the children.

Ann H. Rickman

June 22, 2009

Katie and family,
I was so shocked at your loss!! I had just met with Bobby to pick up some pictures on Monday!! I know you all will miss him and we will too!! It is sad to know we will have to find a new photographer and noone will replace Bobby!! He was wonderful!! Please let us know if you all need anything!!

Terry and Stacey Cash
Buchanan, Virgina

Linda Fralin

June 22, 2009

Dear Katie and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you peace and healing.

Vana McClanahan

June 22, 2009

Katie and family, was so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. He had that gentle smile and it was always a joy to work with him. He was truly a solider of the lord. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this diffcult time but know that the love of God will be with you.

Jim and Vicki (Harris) Eubank

June 22, 2009

Katie and family, Ginger and family,
Our deepest sympathies to each of you. Such a shock for you to deal with. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and especially know that Bobby's goodness will be remembered by many people. Surely, Howard and Katherine have welcomed Bobby with all the love that they have always showered over each of you!

Roger Bohon

June 22, 2009

Katie & Family,

Shocked at your loss. The thoughts and prayers of the staff at the Asthma & Allergy Center are with you and your family. If we can be of help to you in anyway, please let me know.

Roger Bohon

Phil, Diana, Brittney, Ian & Adam Camper

June 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this most difficult time. Bobby was a kind, loving man. Our family enjoyed knowing Bobby spending many hours at the ballfields working with the kids. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed but never forgotten.

Crystal Ware

June 21, 2009

I am very sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. I know you will miss your husband, dad, brother, and friend.
May God Bless you and keep you.
Crystal Moseley Ware
Gene A. Moseley Sr.

Sandra Carter

June 21, 2009

Katie, I'm so sorry for your loss. "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help..." Psalm 46:1 . Praying for you and your family.
Sandra Carter

Martie Byrd

June 21, 2009

We were so sorry to hear the news. May the Lord strengthen and uphold you during these difficult days.

Martie and Dave Byrd and family

The Kelly Family

June 21, 2009

We were shocked and saddened to hear about Bobby. Your family is in our prayers. Lacey has been a good friend to Kendyl and we always enjoyed being around Bobby at high school events. May you feel God's comfort at this time.

Tony, Tammy, Kendyl, and Tyler Kelly

Phil Johns

June 21, 2009

Katie:

You and your family are in my thoughts.

Pastor Eugene Mills and the Members of Jennings Creek Gospel Church

June 20, 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.

Sandra Thomas Atkinson

June 20, 2009

To The Loope Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I did not know Bobby, in fact he was younger than me. I graduated from James River in 1961, it has been several years since I have been back to the area. However, I wanted to let you all know that I will keep your family in my prayers. May God be with you during this difficult time.

Bonnie Newcomb

June 20, 2009

Katie
I am truly sorry for your loss my thoughts are prayers are with you and your family.

Faye Caldwell

June 20, 2009

To Katie and children, Bobbie's brothers and sister, Porter and I send our deepest sympathy for your loss. The Loope kids were great kids and this is a loss to the community as well. We pray that the Heavenly Father will hold you all in his loving arms and give you strength in the coming days.

Jessica Arbogast Bishop

June 20, 2009

All friends and family will remain in our thoughts. Bobby will be terribly missed through out the community.

June 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bobby was a geat coach to our daugter and Brent has been a wonderful friend to her as well.

Tommy and Donna Ayers, Buchanan Virginia

Darrell and Eileen Switzer

June 20, 2009

Coach Brent,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Much love to you and your family.

Mary Ann Conlon Smtih

June 20, 2009

The world has lost one great man. Bobby was definitely one of the good guys. I've always admired his dedication and love he had for his family, his church and his community. He will be missed.

Brad and Lisa Morris

June 20, 2009

Brent and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.

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