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Lois Craft Obituary

Lois Porter Craft, 88, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2009. Mrs. Craft was preceded in death by her parents, William and Effie Porter; her husband, Otho L. Craft Jr.; her brother, Linwood Porter; and her sisters, Lillian Henry and Ruth Giles. Surviving are her sons, Daniel L. Craft and David W. Craft and wife, Butch; grandchildren, Amy and husband, Michael Crawley and Shaun Craft and girlfriend, Samantha;great-grandchildren, Christian, Gabrielle and Michael; as well as several nieces and nephews. Lois was a member of Oakland Baptist Church. She was known for her wonderful cooking and her unselfish care of her family and her husband of 59 years. The family wishes to thank Medi-Home Health and Hospice, especially Frank Greene and her dear care givers, Dawn, Pat, Tina and Dede. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at Life Church with the Rev. Joe Copolo officiating. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, 2009.

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margery dull

November 10, 2009

This wonderful lady made me the best birthday cake I have ever had! It was pineapple cream filled and delicious! We worked together at the BBB and it surely was nice working with her. Even though I no longer live in Roanoke I think of her often and especially on my birthday. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family. She was a treasure.

Marge Dull

Todd & Alisha Hartman

November 10, 2009

Our prayers are with your family. David, you know you can call if you need anything.

Frank Green

November 9, 2009

Our thought and prayers are with the entire Craft Family. Lois touched our lives in many ways for many years. She is now in a better place and we will all get to see her again someday. Please let us know if we can do anything.
The Green Family
Jean, Frankie, Sherry, Bailee, Aimee, and Aleisa

Henry & Rosetta Howard

November 9, 2009

Dear Daniel,David,Butch and family: We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Lois. My brother Roderick (Rod)Farris and myself Rosetta (nee Farris)Howard grew up on the same street with Daniel & David. We knew all the family. My husban Henry Howard and I now live in FL, but know Butch from the Roanoker Restaurant. Lois was a fine lady and a good Mother to both of the boys. Our heart and prayers are with all of the family during this very hard time.

Heather Walton

November 8, 2009

I feel so blessed to have been able to get to know Mrs. Craft over the last year or so. I always looked foward to our Friday visits with her - she made us laugh so much. Mrs. Baynes is so fortunate to have had such a great friend. We will miss her.

Cindy Hodges

November 8, 2009

David and Butch, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with your family at this time. We love you all.

dorothy byrd

November 8, 2009

Edinburgh Square Residents want to express our heart-felt sympathy to you in the loss of your loved one. May God comfort you as well as your precious memories of a special lady, Lois Craft.

Katina "Rose" Hamrick

November 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time.Thank you so much for allowing me to care for your loved one.As God receives another angel may she get all the Chocolate in heaven she could possibly want.I will always remember her famous 2 words "Kiss Me" Rest in peace Mrs.Craft I know you are preparing a feast for everyone!

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