Thomas Emanuel Short

Thomas Emanuel Short, 94, of Bedford, passed away Friday, August 28, 2009. He was born April 10, 1915 to the late Emanuel Short and Nellie Shelton Short. He was a retired machinist from Roanoke Ice & Cold Storage after 56 years service. Thomas was predeceased by a stepson, Glenn Boothe, two brothers, Charlie Short and Henry Short, and two sisters, Mamie Payne and Stella Leffell. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Vera Alls Short; a special stepson, Mark Boothe; grandchildren, Christopher Poff, Robbie Poff and Glenn Ward; nephews, Phillip Leffell and wife, Alice, Donald Leffell and wife, Barbara and David Leffell and wife, Donna; and a very special friend, Roy Foutz. Graveside services will be conducted 10 a.m. Monday, August 31, 2009, from the Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Burrell Baker officiating. The family will receive friends at the Lotz Vinton Chapel on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. The family would like to give special thanks to all staff at Bedford County Nursing Home for their love and care during his illness. On line condolences may be sent to wwwlotzfuneralhome.com.