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Loretta Larch Whitescarver Woody

Loretta Woody Obituary

Loretta Larch Whitescarver Woody, 74, of Salem, Va., passed away Thursday, July 16, 2009. She was born in Roanoke, Va., daughter of the late Alonzo (A.K.) and Thelma L. Simmons Larch. Mrs. Woody was a homemaker and the former owner/operator of Valley Motor Leasing in Rocky Mount. She attended Fellowship Community Church, Salem, was a member of the Roanoke Country Club and was an avid bridge player and tennis player. She is survived by her husband, Bill Woody; two sons and daughters-in-law, Todd and Lisa Whitescarver and Scott and Amy Whitescarver; daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Scott Gardner; sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Chuck Franz; seven grandchildren, Elliott Gardner, Carrington Gardner, Sawyer Whitescarver, Dylan Whitescarver, Natalie Whitescarver, Derek Whitescarver and Abby Whitescarver; and a number of nieces, nephews and close friends who she loved. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2009, at the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son, Salem with the Rev. Ken Nienke officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park, Salem. The family will receive friends Sunday, July 19, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey and Son. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Woody's name to the American Cancer Society or to Fellowship Community Church. Online condolences may be made at www.johnm oakey.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jul. 18 to Jul. 19, 2009.

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Pat Russell

July 12, 2020

Every time I walk my little dog past her house in the Sanctuary I think of Loretta and that wonderful southern drawl she had. She sure was a special friend and I still miss her. https://cache.legacy.net/usercontent/guestbook/photos/2009-07/2009-07-18/33264228.jpgx?w=97&h=97

Pat Russell

July 12, 2019

So hard to believe its been 10 years since her passing. She remains in my memory this day. Such a dear friend.

Martha Anne Mongan Wolsky

July 21, 2009

Carol W. Gardner,
My thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your mother.
My condolences to you and your family
Take care and God Bless!
Martha Anne Mongan Wolsky

July 20, 2009

Todd, Lisa & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You know that you will be with her again. Families are forever! We love you.

Bill & Brenda Dutton, Layton, Utah

Katheryn E Surface Burks

July 20, 2009

Todd, Carol and Scott - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was such a lovely lady, and a great pal to my mom after the loss of my dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
Kathy

Katheryn E Surface Burks

July 20, 2009

Todd, Carol and Scott - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was such a lovely lady, and a great pal to my mom after the loss of my dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
Kathy

Jenny Karnes

July 20, 2009

So sorry to hear of Loretta's passing. She was such a beautiful, classy, friendly, loving lady. A lady she was!! I became friends with her during her visits to Carilion Dental Care and always enjoyed seeing her. I know because of some of our conversations that she got to know Jesus as her savior and that I am so thankful for. I could tell when she talked to me that she had come to know that The Bible is true and because of that, Jesus met her with open arms at Heaven's door!! I will miss seeing Loretta and will always remember her. She was a special person.

July 20, 2009

Our prayers are with Loretta's famliy.

The Staff at
Carilion Dental Care

Phyllis Barnard Price

July 19, 2009

Dear Carol,
My prayers and thoughts are with each of you at this very hard time. She was such a special gift to her family and friends. I know your heart is breaking as she will be missed so much. Please know I to join you in your sorrow.
I Send you my love , Phyllis Barnard Price

Dee, Pat & Loretta - Bible Study Buddies

July 18, 2009

July 18, 2009

Dear Scott, Todd, Carol, Carol & Lisa:
There are no words to express the heartfelt sympathy to you all at this time. Loretta was a very dear friend, a friend who loved the Lord. She said many times during her illness that the Lord was getting her through this and giving her comfort.
She will be missed greatly by all who knew her. I know for sure she is yet another precious angel watching over all of us.
Love, Pat & Larry Russell
Bonita Bay, Florida

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