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Lawrence Tibbs Obituary

Lawrence Franklin Tibbs, 60, of Lynchburg, Va., died Thursday, October 29, 2009. Graveside services 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2009, at Kendron Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by ColbertMoran Funeral Home, Gretna.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 30, 2009.

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Howard Swayne

August 4, 2023

Hadnt seen him since grade school over 60 years ago but as I remember Lawrence was a good man.

Vicky Creasy

October 30, 2009

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

Abbie Witt

October 30, 2009

Ricky,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Lawrence's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies.

Greg & Tommy Wolfe

October 30, 2009

Ricky, we want you to know how much we treasured our friendship with Lawrence. Lawrence was a great person and great friend. He would do anything for anyone. Lawrence went through a long hard battle with cancer and tried to stay strong through it all. We know he is well and peaceful now with God. He will greatly missed

Mike & Jo Ann Weeks

October 30, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to each of you.

Lori Mason

October 30, 2009

To the family of Mr. Tibbs,
My deepest sympathy to you. I was one of his nurses and enjoyed his humor and conversations every time. He was a fighter and a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Ray & Barbara Guill

October 30, 2009

Ricky, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at the loss of your brother. I remember growing up around your brothers and you. I'm sure he is in a better place. God needed him and his work on earth was done. Keep the memories in your heart.

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