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Melvin Campbell Obituary

Melvin Lee Campbell, 88, of Salem, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Jane Hodges Campbell; children, Buck and Ann Campbell, Betty Campbell, Mary and Charlie King, Jerry and Vickie Campbell, and Janice and Buster Mullins; 11 grandchildren; and 13 greatgrandchildren. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, October 12, 2009, at the residence. There will be no service. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 12, 2009.

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Patricia Jeffries

October 13, 2009

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Your friends at HSN, 2nd shift returns.

Jessika Schwartz and Family

October 13, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Jessika Schwartz

October 13, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Janet,Ken& Family Ammerman;Haley

October 12, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sheila & Allen Ayers

October 12, 2009

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

Sandra Hodge

October 12, 2009

Our condolences to all of you in your loss. Sandra & Jerry Hodge

October 12, 2009

Your family is in our prayers.

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