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William Coomes Obituary

William Travis Coomes, 38, of Galax, died Friday, November 6, 2009. Graveside services 11 a.m. Monday, November 9, 2009, at Galyean Cemetery. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 9, 2009.

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Nora Hensley

November 9, 2009

You are all in my prayers. I pray that God camps his Angles around you while you are going through this trying time.

Becky Craft

November 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends. God Bless.

Buck Cox

November 9, 2009

May you find the peace in Heaven that escaped you in life. My thoughts and prayers go out to all friends and family.

Heather Wood

November 9, 2009

Jenny,
No words can express how much my heart goes out to you at this time. Know that I am thinking of you often and am here if you need me. My prayers are with you.

alice robinson

November 9, 2009

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

David Kase

November 9, 2009

Sandra & Buster,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We all share your loss. The Kase's & the Fisher's

Pat Stephenson

November 9, 2009

Buster and Sandra,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Mike and Pat Stephenson

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