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Elmo Thompson Obituary

Elmo M. (Tommy) Thompson, 100, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2009. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 26, 2009.

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Melissa Vaughan

November 16, 2009

A friend sent a copy of the memorial to my father here in Richmond. So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

October 27, 2009

Joan,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I know that your dad meant so much to you. Always remember the good times with your dad and keep him in your heart and those memories will help you until you meet again.

Deneise Shafer

October 26, 2009

Joan,

Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. As I read of your father's passing ,it brought back memories of mine and your days at Suntrust Bank and your telling me about your father. I know he was so dear to you and I pray for God's peace as you face the days ahead without him. May you live with the comfort and hope that you will see him again!!

My love and prayers,
Peggy Mason

Lucretia VanBrocklin

October 25, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss. Tommy was a very sweet soul.

Lucretia VanBrocklin and Lorie Hill

JACK MEADOR

October 24, 2009

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

Jeff Vass

October 24, 2009

Peggy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

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