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Bobby Cantrell Obituary

Bobby Cantrell, 67, of Christiansburg, Va., went to be with the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, September 17, 2009. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 40 years, Mary Lou Davis Cantrell; and his parents, Cameron and Mary Elizabeth Amburgey Cantrell. He leaves behind two sons that he loved very much, Wade Cantrell, and Jesse Cantrell and wife, Pam, all of Christiansburg; Va.; two daughters that he loved very much, Debbie Branson, of Floyd, Va., and Michele Compton and husband, Roger, of Willis, Va.; four sisters, Emma Young and husband, Wendell, Velva Wirt and husband, James E., and Geraldine Kelly, all of Christiansburg, Va., and Barbara Taylor, of Wise, Va.; and two brothers, Cam Cantrell and wife, Nancy, of Dayton, Ohio, and James I. Cantrell, of Floyd, Va. Bob served his country in the United States Navy and was a longtime resident of Christiansburg, Va. He leaves behind many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren that he enjoyed watching grow up. There are also many friends that have known him and grew to love him that they would be too many to list. A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. on Monday, September 21, 2009, from the chapel of Horne Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Sutphin officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 20, 2009, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home and at other times are welcome for fellowship at 1758 Conner Grove Road, Willis, Va. 24380. The Cantrell family is being served by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va. Online condolences may be sent to www.hornefuneralservice.com

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

Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Cantrell

17 Entries

Michele Compton

October 17, 2009

Daddy, I miss you so much!!!!!!!! Where is the comfort that I felt before?? My strength, my courage and my ROCK !!!!!!! You are missed terribly. Your Loving Lost Sheep........

John Church

September 25, 2009

There are those that no matter the brevity of their touch; the magic of it lingers long after, oftentimes till the end of our days. Such was that of Bob Cantrell, my cousin and a companion of my youth. I grieve with the loss of his passing not to mourn forlorn as one that I’ll see no more; for I will see him when I too, make that final crossing into the glory of my Lord. Nay… the mourning I speak of is for that ever present smile and uplifting spirit of a man at peace with his Lord and King. To know Bob from his youth till his latter days was to know a tranquil spirit of solemn resolve; a man driven by a peaceful persistence of his faith.

I am glad to have known him and to be counted among his kin; one whose lasting impression was always that of compassion; and yet, lived for the joy as to not waste nor forsake it; especially, his joy in the Lord. Bob was one that had a command of presences; and yet, was found to be meek and humble of spirit. With his presences one felt drawn and with his kindly and genteel spirit would come a sigh from within; the moment forever sealed in such fashion; as his words would add comfort or inspire laughter to embrace the soul. I only know of one way such seemingly effortless communion from another is so forthcoming, and that, is by one touched by Gods love and grace; as to impart the same to all around them. We talked of this numerous times, and each time I witnessed the change in oratory pitch as his testimony of love for the Lord came forth; seemingly, as a spring of living water from which he had just drank. Indeed, I could feel the excitement and fervor of jubilation in his tempo and tone; and thus, was marked the assurance of his faith.

We had lost touch over the years; yet, in the early days and again at the end of days the relationship was picked up where once left off and nary was there descent in his gentle graciousness of one so blessed to that of another. Indeed, I am reminded of Joseph with his coat of many colors; such imagery foreshadows this gentle spirit that loved color, and was so colorful, remaining true to his nature in caring for those around and about him. He was a favored son and as well a favored father; notwithstanding, a favored friend. Bobs smile was that of the morning flower that lingers all the day. I will sore miss him and his winning ways. I will never look at the color orange again without thinking of this gentle giant; as my memory of him will live on till that time when we meet again in the sweet by and by. My hope is that this will in some way provide comfort to his beloved family as it gives me pause to relish those former and latter encounters with one of such special report.

Melissa Dove

September 22, 2009

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. May God look after your family now.

Nancy / Jerry Flinchum

September 21, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Bernita & J.K. Robinson

September 21, 2009

Michele and all of Bob's family, we were happy to have been reacquainted with Bob, an old classmate, through the "People of the Pound" website. Praise God that he has reached his reward and is no longer suffering! May God comfort you and give you peace!

Tobby Cantrell

September 21, 2009

Bobby, I'm glad I got to see you in May. I'm also glad for the genealogical info you gave me. As long as that Cantrell book is around, you'll still live. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family.
Cousin Tobby

September 20, 2009

Bobby, thank you for being my friend and brother for all these years. I am so glad that Anna and I were able to visit with you even for a short time. Sing with the angels cuz I know you can! I love you, Laurie

Carrie Graham

September 19, 2009

Grandpa, I am so happy that you are no longer suffering. I want you to know that I appreciate everything you have done for me. I am so glad that the girls had a chance to meet their Great Grandpa. The girls always talked about "Grandpa Bob" and how much they enjoyed visiting you. We all love you dearly and you will be missed. You will always be in our thoughts and in our hearts. Love, Carrie, Wes, Kaitlyn, Amanda and Callie

Wes Graham

September 19, 2009

It was an honor knowing you Bob, and I am very glad that you don't have to suffer any longer. We all know where you are now, and we know how happy you must be! Thank you for allowing me to get the chance to know you, and your granddaughter, without you we would never have what we have today! We all love you and will keep your memories alive forever in our hearts.

Wanda Saul Culverhouse

September 19, 2009

Michele,
I am so sorry to heard about your dad. I remember your mom and dad from being close years ago. Bless all of your family in the terrible time.
Wanda Culverhouse, Melissa ,Anita, and Thomas Saul.

Mike Cantrell

September 19, 2009

We loved you very much Uncle Bob. You were a great Christian man. We will miss you but know you are rejoicing with the angels now. Our prayers are with your family that remains knowing they are sad, but also thankful you don't have to have any more pain or suffering here on earth.
Love,
Mike and Nancy Cantrell, James II, Ashlie, Joshua, Nathanael, Noah, Rebeka, Abigail, Jordan, Elisabeth, Adam, Gabriel, and Micah

Anna Boggs

September 19, 2009

God Bless and Comfort all of you in your loss!

MILDRED MCGUIRE

September 19, 2009

WADE AND JESSE,IM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER.MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Karen Winkle

September 18, 2009

Pam and family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you in your time of loss. Treasure the time spent with Bobby and treasure the time left to spend with him once God calls all his children home.
We love you !
Karen and family

Debbie Branson

September 18, 2009

Daddy, I feel so honored to be able to be here with you and Chele. I cherrished every moment that we had together. I will miss you so much everyday. I know that you are our guradian angel and what an angel to have watching over you!!

Michele Compton

September 18, 2009

Daddy taking care of you for these last 8 months was a BLESSING !!!! I'm just so happy that you are now singing God's praises with Mom and Grandma and the Daddy that you never got to grow up with, I'm sure the conversations have not stopped since you arrived. I miss you so much, but would rather have you healed in Heaven than here on this earth to suffer another day.