J. B. Goria Obituary

J. B. Goria, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, as the result of multiple myeloma. He was born in Roanoke, Va., on May 23, 1923, the first generation Lebanese American, the son of pioneer Roanoke businessman, the late B.A. Goria and Najla F. Goria. The Goria family came to this country from Lebanon and settled in Roanoke in 1892. Two sisters predeceased him, Josephine H. Goria and Marie L. Goria. He is survived by his son, J.B. Goria Jr.; and grandsons, Joseph R. Goria and Justin T. Goria, of Roanoke, Va. Survivors include his sister, Mathilda G. Christy, of Kenbridge, Va.; his loving companion and partner, Mary E. English; and his former daughter-in-law, Kelley E. Goria, of Roanoke, Va.; nephews, Michael Goria, of Roanoke, Va., Pierre A. (Carolyn) Goria, of McLeansville, N.C., William E. Daniel II (Helen), of Dundas, Va., and James B. Daniel (Mary Lou), of Kenbridge, Va.; niece, Janice D. (Barry) Puleo, of Kenbridge, Va.; many great-nephews and nieces; as well as Mary's daughter and family, Kathy and Gary Roberson; and granddaughter, Jessica E. Thurman. He began his successful career in commercial real estate as a broker, builder and developer in 1956 and continued working until recent weeks. Flowers will be graciously accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice. The funeral service will be held at noon on Saturday, July 18, 2009, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel with the Rev. Charles Krause officiating. Interment will follow at St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2009, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jul. 16 to Jul. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for J. B. Goria

14 Entries

Paul Shively

July 17, 2009

Mary and Joe, I want to express my sympathy to you at this time of grief. I appreciated J.B.'s business over the years and even more his business ethic. He wanted quality work done at a fair price in a timely manner. I respected him greatly and am very saddened to hear of his passing.

Steve @ Goldsmith Jewelers

July 17, 2009

Mary - I'm stunned & saddened to hear of J.B.'s passing. I've always had a huge respect for J.B. & certainly learned from the opportunities I've had to observe him in action. He will be missed by us all.

Becky - Your years of dedication to J.B. is remarkable and admirable. I know this is a difficult time for you.

If there is some way I can ease your burdens, please don't hesitate to call on me. My respect & appreciation extends to both of you fine ladies & all the assistance you afforded me over the years.

Chelsea Utt

July 17, 2009

My dad worked with JB and
JB from what I heard was a beautiful loving and kind man. I am very saddened and surely missed.

Jason Utt

July 17, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss ,we have had the honor to work with him on many occasions over the years and have had great respect for him as a businessman and someone who I considered my friend aswell. Mary if you need anything let us know.

Scott DeRocher

July 17, 2009

Mary and Joe
My thougths and prayers are with you. JB was a wonderful man and was always so kind and generous to me and my family. I'll never forget the time when he let me drive his brand new Corvette ( I was in high school) - I remember him telling me to go faster, go faster. What a great time ...I can still vividly recall that day. And the time he took our family to the Hotel for my graduation with my grandmother and aunt( he treated them like royalty )...we had such a great time. To me, JB was a classy, elegant and kind man and that is how I will always remember him.
May God bless you with peace and comfort.

Thunder & lightning Bowling League Don Dunnaville

July 17, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Michael Miles

July 17, 2009

My deepest sympathies.

Michael Waldvogel

July 17, 2009

Mary, Joe and family:

I was saddened to read of JB's passing. I respected JB's approach to business, he was always a gentleman, and I enjoyed my dealings with him through the years. Please accept my condolences and thoughts of support during this difficult period.

Michael Waldvogel
Waldvogel Commercial Properties, Inc.

Steve Jones

July 16, 2009

Joe:

So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I only met him a few times but I could tell he was a good man. Take comfort in your memories of him.

Kristina Hodges

July 16, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betty Clark

July 16, 2009

Becky: I am saddened by JB's passing and know how upset you must be. You and JB have worked together for many, many years and his presence will be greatly noticed in Roanoke. I know you will miss him both professionally and personally. My prayers are with you, Mary and his son, Joe, whom I have yet to meet. God bless all of you. Am so sorry I couldn't make it to funeral but too far too fast. Tom and Betty Clark/H&B Assoc

Melody Shockley

July 16, 2009

Dear Mary and Joe:

I was sorry to hear of J.B.'s passing. Thank you for letting Good Samaritan Hospice take care of him in his last days. I will miss J.B.'s kind remarks. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of J.B.'s family.

July 16, 2009

Mike and family,

So sad to hear of J.B.'s passing. I will always remember him as a very upbeat, friendly, and courteous gentleman. As our landlord he went out of his way to accommodate us. We became friends and exchanged pleasant conversations. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Kathy Nemeth
Roanoke DCSE

Betty Clark

July 16, 2009

Mary and Joe: I knew JB long before H&B Associates ever began. Often we would laugh together, sometimes argue together, but we always remained true to one another. I will personally miss him very much. He was a good person, and even though we had our business disagreements, I always respected him. I will miss him! If there is anything Mary I can do for you, please do not hesitate to call me. I wish I could attend the funeral but am unable to make the trip.
Betty B. Clark/H&B Associates, LLC (Promenade Park)

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