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Dewey Lovern Obituary

Dewey Willard Lovern, 69, of Blacksburg, passed away Friday, September 4, 2009 in Montgomery Regional Hospital. He was a lifelong supporter and retired employee of Virginia Tech. The son of the late Daniel Lloyd and Virginia Cromer Lovern he was also predeceased by his brother, Melvin. A faithful and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend he is survived by wife, Thelma Bland Lovern; children, Patricia Phillips and husband, Andrew, David Lovern and wife, Lisa, Terry Lovern; grandchildren, Daniel Phillips, Benjamin Phillips and Adrianna Carter, Joshua Lovern; brother and sisters, Tony and Sandy Lovern, Ward and Kate Lovern, Sonny Lovern, Linda and Wayne Linkous, Pat and Marlin Linkous, Lura Estes, Tootie and Buster Epperly, Phala Sheppard, Hazel Roope and Ray and Delores Bland; and several special breakfast buddies. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at the Horne Funeral Service. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in the Horne Funeral Chapel conducted by the Rev. Wayne Poston with burial in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The Lovern family is in the care of Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg. On line condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefunera service.com

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 6 to Sep. 8, 2009.

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samantha brumfield

September 8, 2009

sorry to hear about dewey my dad worked with him at va tech....

richard and samantha brumfield

David Lovern

September 8, 2009

I would like to thank every one for there concern an passion in our loss of
our father Dewey Lovern he will be missed by our family and friends he is in a better place beside God our heavenly father and one day we can be
together again but untill then we will
go on with his loving memories in our hearts,again thank each and every one
of you in making the pain and hurt a
little easer to bare.David Josh and Lisa Lovern

Billie English

September 8, 2009

Dear Family-
I was able to visit with your family member as he {Dewey} walked the halls of New River Valley Mall every morning for sooo many years. He was a joy to so many people, he made them laugh, he gave them hope, he encourged them to keep on going, and to be honest he was the best smelling mall walker in the history of the mall. He always had a pleasant word to say and a smile that just wouldn't quit. He will be greatly missed.

Billy & Susan Duncan

September 8, 2009

Dear David & Lisa,

Mere words cannot offer you much comfort at a time like this, but we sincerely hope it helps to know that we are keeping you close in thoughts and prayers throughout this time. You have our deepest sympathies, and we would just encourage you to let the Lord help you bear the tremendous hurt you are experiencing. "Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7 NKJV

LILLIAN AKERS REVIS

September 8, 2009

ANN AND FAMILY, I WAS SORRY TO HEAR OF DEWEYS PASSING. I GREW UP AROUND ALL THE LOVERNS. THEY WERE GOOD NEIGHBORS AND I ENJOYED GOING TO CHURCH WITH ALL OF YOU AS WELL. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL WRAP HIS BIG LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU AND COMFORT YOU ALL AS ONLY HE CAN.

richard jennelle

September 7, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Brenda Dowdy

September 7, 2009

Lovern Family,

Mike and I are sorry to hear of Dewey's passing. Mike work with him at Tech. May God's Blessing be yours during this time.

Mike and Brenda Dowdy

Shirley Moore

September 7, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this sad time. May all the wonderful memories you have comfort you in the days and months ahead.

KATRINA PRICE

September 7, 2009

TO THE LOVERN FAMILY, WE ARE SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. WE ARE PRAYING FOR THE LOVERN FAMILY.

September 7, 2009

Aunt Ann, Patricia, David & Terry, I am sorry to hear about Uncle Dewey. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Tammy (Bland) Richardson

Robert & Amy Caldwell

September 6, 2009

For David and Family

Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

KATHY NICHOLS

September 6, 2009

FOR PATICIA AND FAMILY,

YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS, MAY GOD
COMFORT YOUR HEARTS AND BE WITH YOU

KATHY NICHOLS

Susan Rosebrough

September 6, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and thoughts are with you all.

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