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William Thacker Obituary

Mr. William Tavender (Bill) Thacker, 82, of Ferrum, Va., died on Thursday, October 29, 2009. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2009, at CollinsMcKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett Chapel.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 30 to Oct. 31, 2009.

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November 11, 2009

Paul and Jeanne, our condolences in the loss of your dad. May your memories sustain you. Bob and Jan Webb

Reva Hylton

October 31, 2009

Sorry to hear of your loss.It's been a while.It was always a pleasure to hear him play his guitar.He was a good friend to many and will be greatly missed.John and Reva Hylton

Cindy and Morgan Maner

October 30, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doris Thacker

October 30, 2009

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

Walter (W.D.) Thacker Jr

October 30, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Calvin & Jeanne Duncan

October 30, 2009

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

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