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Winford Shilling Obituary

Winford Alton (W.A.) Shilling Jr., 48, of Vinton, Va., died on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jul. 17, 2009.

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debbie shepard

July 29, 2009

im so sorry for you loss, we were friends for a very long time. He will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Alls

July 28, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Please accept my condolences. If you need anything please let me know. Sincerely, Michelle Alls

July 27, 2009

i have know you most of my life you were a wonderful friend. I think of all the great times we had together. you will be missed. rest in peace my friend.you always called me your girl.

love you your girl

Carla Weaver

July 18, 2009

Just learned of W.A. passing today, saw him only a few weeks ago and talked to him, have known and loved him as a dear friend for at least 22 years, Had a lot of wonderful times with W.A. when we both lived in Huddleston (he was married to Sarah at the time) His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him, my sincerest sympathy goes out to his family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betty Ferguson Jones

July 17, 2009

Peggy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't learn of it in time to visit but wanted you to know that you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

July 17, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss and we wish we could be there with family during this difficult time.

Love,
Phyllis and Jerry

Carter Radford

July 17, 2009

Faye and I are so sorry that we can't attend service for W A.We both have Doctors appointments today If there is anything that we can do let us know and we will try. WE LOVE YOU AND ARE THINKING ABOUT YOU AND YOUR LOSS.

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