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Melinda Grisso Reader

Melinda Reader Obituary

Melinda Grisso (Lendy) Reader, 50, of Roanoke County, Va., passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2009. Celebration of Life 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, 2009, at Cave Spring Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jun. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Melinda Reader

24 Entries

July 6, 2009

Sweet Meemaw and Ryan and Rosemarie, We will miss Lendy so much and our hearts and prayers are with you. I still can hardly believe it. We will remember her always with love and a smile and will treasure our memories of fun times together. We'll look forward to seeing her when we all get to Heaven.
Love,
The Varney Family...John, Katie, Jared and Caleb

Shawn Hughes

June 29, 2009

I have been blessed to know Lendy through her son Ryan. My thoughts and prayers are with you- Ryan, your grandma and family.

Yvonne McClure

June 29, 2009

Dear Shelby,
It has been many years. We are Joe and Yvonne McClure. We were at Cave Spring in the 70's.Had two children Denise, and Katherine. We lost our Katherine last year in a auto accident in Atlanta.She was 35 and left behind 2 boys.So sorry for your loss. We know how great the pain is.Joe and I will keep you in our hearts and prayers.May our Lord richly bless you. Love Joe and Yvonne McClure

Joyce Grisso, Henson

June 29, 2009

Ryan, Shelby and Rosemary and family, the Bob Grisso family send condolences and prays that God will support and sustain you in this time. I know His faithfulness will come and touch and provide what you need.

Lendy and I played together as children and we spent time together at family events always catching up. Our parents were best friends and spent many hours together as young adults. Our fathers could sure tell the stories!!

Lendy was so very special. Even though we saw each other rarely as adults, we always reconnected quickly and had a special bond through family. I can only imagine what she must be experiencing now that she is home. I am sure it is more than anyone can comprehend. She will be missed here, but I am sure she is already comfortable there!

I will continue to pray for Ryan and Shelby as you adjust. God will be faithful to you. Much love!

Kim Green

June 28, 2009

Lendy and I became friends some 12 years ago at First Baptist Church when Ryan was small. I saw her make many positive changes in her life and grow tremendously. Her sweet spirit and belief in God, love for her son,and mother were her focus and strengths. Her life was a reminder to me that loving those who are the most important to you is what is most important in life. She will be missed. My prayers are with her mother and son Ryan in the coming days.

Jack Walton

June 28, 2009

My heart goes out to Shelby and the family. I am so sorry for your loss. God will watch over and take of care you.

Mary Moock

June 28, 2009

I only knew Lendy through being a patient of Dr. Surat. I was so shocked when I read of her passing in the newspaper. What I remember most about Lendy was her gentle demeanor, soft spoken voice and her warm and caring smile. I would always ask about her son and she would do the same with me. I will truely miss seeing Lendy at the dental office and hearing Dr. Surat calling her "Lendy Lou". May God bless.

Carolyn Grisso Ryan

June 27, 2009

Lendy was my cousin, and although we did not spend loads of time together I can still remember fond things about her. Many of her attributes have been spelled out by others- kind spirit, beautiful smile, and love for others. Her father- Wesley, and my dad- Bob Grisso were great friends and I remember the day my dad found out about Wesley's passing. He wept.
Shelby, my prayers are with you and Ryan. May God hold you in the palm of his hands as you walk this road or sorrow. Always keep before you the hope that we as Christians have- that one day we will be reunited with them in a beautiful place- a place of no sickness, disease, sin, or darkness of anykind. We love you much!

Karen Lester

June 27, 2009

My life was always so peaceful when Lendy and I were together. We went to church together and spent many hours talking. We were the same age and had a lot in common. She always had a smile on her face and seemed to leave a very special aura everywhere she went.

At this moment I do feel sad in my heart and soul for the loss here on earth, but I know she is smiling with the angels and loves being in the presence of our Lord.

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of her family and friends.

JOHN HANCOCK

June 27, 2009

I ALSO AM A PATIENT OF DR SURAT WHERE I MET LENDY. I WILL NEVER FORGET HER SMILE AND LOVING PERSONALITY. I AN BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN HER.

Brad Hancock

June 26, 2009

My sincerest condolences to Lendys son and family in her home going. It was an honor to have known her only by her profession and to have experenced one of the souls God likes to "show off" with. Lendy was a gem, all that knew her will miss her.

Kathy Barnes Webb

June 26, 2009

I will always remember Lendy's loving caring nature of who she was. We started in elementary school together and finished high school together, our families were intertwined through the years, and most of all we grew up knowing a Christian home with knowing the most important things are #1 God, #2 family, then friends. I consider it a true honor to have been a friend to Lendy and she my friend. I remember probably around the time we were both around 9-10 years old having a birthday party and Lendy coming. I remember well going on school field trips and just growing up together. Those are special memories I will always have.

This was such a shock for me and I am sure for the whole family but we can all rest assure Lendy is with her God now and one day we will see her smiling face again.

Please accept our thoughts and prayers to Shelby, Rosemary, and the whole family.

June 26, 2009

Shelby,
I am so saddened to hear of Lendy's death. Prayerful thoughts go out to you and Rosemary.
Lendy is with her dad now, and Wesley is taking care of her once again.

Ginny Brown Wood
Rhodes, IA

Laura Proffitt/Layne

June 26, 2009

I met Lindy 20 years ago at VWCC Dental Hygiene program. Our class had a 20 year reunion last weekend in Roanoke and we were unable to find an address for Lindy and we all missed her being a part of the get together. I was saddened to learn yesterday from Alicia (a classmate) of her passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Lynne Thrasher

June 26, 2009

Lendy, the world is a darker place without you........we will see you on the other side.

Diana Mitchell

June 25, 2009

I am a patient of Dr Surat where I met Lendy. She was a sweet and loving person,dedicated to her job, and most of all to her son, whom she loved dearly. I was shocked to read of her death today. My condolences to her family and co workers. My prayers are with you. God Bless.

Becky (Nuckles) Johnson

June 25, 2009

I met Lendy 20+ years ago at VWCC in the dental hygiene program. She was such a sweet person and we instantly became friends. We became very close, like sisters, the year I spent in Roanoke and when I got married in October 1988, Lendy was my maid-of-honor. I treasure the memories we made even though we lost contact several years ago. I will always remember her smile and friendly personality. May God who is the Father of mercy and the God of all comfort, give you grace and peace during this time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tabitha Grisso Nester

June 25, 2009

With Deepest Sympathies to Lendy's family. As cousins we played together. She was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed. May the Love of family and friends carry you through your grief. With Love and prayers.

Marie Greer

June 25, 2009

I met Lendy several years ago through a Bible study at Cave Spring Baptist Church. I treasure the time that I have gotten to know her and her precious spirit. I know she is rejoicing around the throne today and I am thankful for the great memories of her that I will cherish until I see her again.

Jody Fitzgerald

June 25, 2009

I met Lendy 20 years ago through my wife. We never got to see each other or talk nearly often enough,but it was truly an honor for me to know her.I hope that my caring will in some small way help to make your sorrow easier to bear.

Loretta Ratliff

June 25, 2009

I want to send my condolences to Lendy's family. We were in the Dental Hygiene program together. I'll always remember her for her beautiful smile. May our God of comfort wrap His arms of love around you and hold you in your time of grief.

Donna Drewry

June 25, 2009

Lendy and I went to VWCC together in Hygiene School.
She always so very kind and sweet...Always happy and smiling. I lost contact over the years and I was so sad to hear the news from one of classmates about Lendy.
She had such a gentle, kind heart. We just had a class reunion last week and I was hoping to see her there.
My prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

Tera Scearce

June 25, 2009

Lendy and I were in hygiene school together also. We were all a very close "family". She was a very loving and caring person and I am so sorry for your loss. Everyone will be in my prayers throughout this difficult time. She will be missed.

Alicia Fitzgerald

June 25, 2009

Lendy and I were in hygiene school together. She was a special friend and I'm sorry we lost touch with each other over the years. Just recently tried to contact her for a hygiene reunion with no luck. Heaven just received a special angel. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. May God bless all of you..

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