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Helen Walton Obituary

Helen Payne Walton, 86, formerly of Salem, Va., died Sunday, August 16, 2009. Memorial service 11 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2009, at Salem Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Aug. 20, 2009.

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Dan (Boone) and Donna Layne

August 28, 2009

Just today we learned the sad news of Helen's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of separation and sorrow.

Tootie Brown

August 19, 2009

Helen was such a great lady. We were in the Evening Circle together for many years as well as doing "kitchen duty" at Salem Presbyterian. It was always a joy to be with her.
I send my sympathy and love to each of you. God Bless You.

Lynda Lyon

August 18, 2009

My heart goes out to you. I've enjoyed reading about "Big Mama" in the paper and recalled what a love of life she did have. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynda (Hendrick) Lyon

August 18, 2009

Ellen, Kate, Ginny and Family

Thinking of you at this difficult time from far away...what a wonderful long life to celebrate. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gerald McDearmon
Mallorca, Spain

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