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Lloyd Hamby Obituary

Lloyd Hamby, 85, of Christiansburg, passed away Friday, July 17, 2009. He was born May 15, 1925, to the late William and Minnie Hamby. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his three sisters. He was a retired Gunnery Sergeant for the United States Marine Corp. having served in Cuba, WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. He was also retired Store Manager from Sears & Roebuck Company. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Jessie Ferrell Hamby, of Christiansburg; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff and Marsha Hamby, of Radford, and Mike and Robin Hamby, of Raleigh, N.C.; five grandchildren, Mark, Jessica, Robert "Robbie", Kim, and Heather; and two greatgrandchildren; brother, Robert "Bob" Hamby, of Elizabethton, Tenn.; two sisters, Marie Bunton, of Elizabethton, Tenn., Maxine Woods, of Bristol; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday July 21, 2009, at Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with Pastor Tina Cox officiating. Graveside Military Rights will be conducted at Monte Vista Memorial Gardens in Johnson City, Tenn. on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 2728 Colonial Ave. Suite 2, Roanoke, Va. 24015 or to Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 350 Stafford Drive Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The family will receive friends at Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Tuesday, July 21, 2009, from 6 to 7 p.m. The Hamby family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, www.mullinsfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jul. 19, 2009.

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Mark Hamby

August 9, 2009

I just wanted to say thank you for your comments, kindness and support. My grandfather was a very special person with a heart of gold. He taught me many valuable lessons and provided tools that have advanced my life and I will carry them with me forever. Thank you again for your caring support.

Linda Merriman

July 22, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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John and Lucy Copeland

July 21, 2009

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

Gayle Hall

July 21, 2009

Aunt Jessie, Mike and Jeff,I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Lloyd. He fought a long, courageous battle the last few years. I hope to see you tomorrow. Gayle & Virlet

Rick & Jane Durrett

July 20, 2009

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

July 19, 2009

I just want to tell I am very sorry that you love one passed away. You and your family are in prayer

Don Elseroad

July 19, 2009

In recognition of Gunnery Sergeant Lloyd Hamby's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment # 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.

SEMPER FIDELIS

Don Elseroad
SSgt USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment #969

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