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Virginia Ethel Chisom Atkins

Virginia Atkins Obituary

Virginia Ethel Chisom Atkins, 94, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Celebration of Life will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2009, from the Lotz Vinton Chapel.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 31, 2009.

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Darlene Doran Allie & Family

November 4, 2009

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

Donna Gibson (Cary)

October 31, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Ethel's passing. She was most certainly a Godly woman! She was always involved with the youth at Riverdale Baptist when I was growing up. Her kindness and guidance remain with me. What a beautiful lady!

October 31, 2009

My heart goes out to Ethel's family. My memories of Ethel are of her being a pillar of Riverdale Babtist Church and the community. I am sure her reward in Heaven will be great.

Bob Graham,
Oriskany, VA.

Barbara Dowdy Ivy

October 31, 2009

So sorry to read of Ethel's passing. I remember her fondly, for the Chisom family was very special to us. Her sweet smile and caring ways warmed our heart. She shared her love with us. Please know that my prayers are with you at this time.

October 30, 2009

Ethel was a great person. The Chisom Family was a specail part of my growing up in Riverdale.They visited my parents grocery store and we always looked forward to the visit.Ethel will be missed by all..May all the beautiful memories help you all through this sad time.Love prayers and Blessing to the family.
Betty Dowdy Sells, North Fort Myers Florida

Dan Fisher

October 30, 2009

My Dear Aunt Ethel,
Thank you for every cup of coffee, piece of fried chicken, homemade biscuit and Pepsi that you ever shared with me.
As all of my family members you were my friend, my teacher, and my benefactor.
I love you and will miss you as I do all of those others that have gone before me.
Goodbye to a great friend.

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