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Vickie Orange Obituary

On Tuesday, September 15, 2009, God brought another angel home when Vickie Marie Orange, 52, of Roanoke, Va., died. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, girlfriend and friend to many who will sadly miss her. She was preceded in death by parents, Calvin Carter and Virginia Orange Persinger; brother, Calvin Carter Jr.; sister, Wanda Orange; and aunts, Janice Orange and Thelma Martin. Survivors are her sons, Kevin Overstreet (Gayle Pittman) and Jason and Valerie Orange; daughter, Melanie Overstreet (DJ); sisters, Susan and Tom McManus and Nora Morrison; aunts, Margaret and Ruby; grandchildren, Lee Overstreet, Autumn Overstreet, Zackery Overstreet, Dalton West, Jacob Orange and Dillion Orange; uncle, Mike and family; and many nieces, nephews, and special friends. Funeral services will be held at noon on Monday, September 21, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. J.E. Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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

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Ryan and Kim Stacey

September 23, 2009

My husband Ryan and I have know Vicki for a few years we lived accross the street from her. She always looked out for us and was always nice to our kids she would buy them birthday and Christmas gifts its like we were part of the family. It feel weird now that shes gone. To Jason, Mel and the rest of the family I feel your pain I lost my grandma 2 months ago. Call if you need anything.

Violet Brown

September 22, 2009

I always thought of you as my second mom I will miss you dearly I will always have a place in my heart just for you I love You an I pray for the entire family in this sad time I love you all.

September 21, 2009

So many gone but not forgotten. God bless each of her children and grandbabies. Vickie was a beautiful person. We loved you and you will be missed by all.John and Jean Dudley

Tonia Tingler

September 20, 2009

My Mom Chris is a Friend of Vickie's. They lost touch over the years when my Mom moved back to N.C. I remember Vickie growing up and I went to School with Melanie and Kevin.Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Vickie will be Greatly missed

Floyd&Alice Orange,Jr.

September 19, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Crystal Spring Dialysis Staff

September 19, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

(Liberty High Class Of 75) Yvonne Taylor

September 19, 2009

To The Family,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of a childhood friend and classmate. Vickie was a beautiful person inside and out,although it had been many years since I last saw her the memories still remain, just like me may the memories that you share bring joy,peace and comfort during these difficult times and be an inspiration to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you, may God bless and keep you in his care until you meet again.

sandra gray

September 19, 2009

vicky,you were a big inspirition to all your friends. you will be deeply missed. i will never forget all the talks you and i used to have. i will miss you so. may GOD be with you and glenn.

Dale & Ellen Overstreet

September 18, 2009

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

clinton overstreet

September 18, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

crystal overstreet

September 18, 2009

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

September 18, 2009

sorry that you are gone but not forgotten. you well be missed buy all that knew you. you were so speciel to so many. air heart's well be sadden and tear's well fall.but your name well be forever in air thought's love you girl.see you when i get there. moose allison

moose allison

September 18, 2009

sorry that you are gone but not forgotten. you well be missed buy all that knew you. you were so speciel to so many. air heart's well be sadden and tear's well fall.but your name well be forever in air thought's love you girl.see you when i get there. moose allison

moose allison

September 18, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

September 18, 2009

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Gayle

September 18, 2009

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Billy & Sue Garland

September 18, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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