Barry Ervin Ragland

Barry Ragland Obituary

Barry Ervin Ragland, 61, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Monday, December 7, 2009. He was born on October 3, 1948, to the late Leonard and Beatrice Ragland. He is survived by brothers, Donald and Allen Ragland; sisters, Brenda Ragland, Patricia Mowbray and husband, Donald, Sandra Davidson and husband, Gary, and Linda Smith and husband, Jack; nephews, Donald Mowbray Jr., Michael Mowbray and wife, Lora, Kevin Davidson and wife, Sharon, Keith Davidson and wife, Audrey, Marc Smith, and Steven Ragland; nieces, Tammy Mowbray and Jennifer Smith; great-nieces, Reece Ragland, and Holleigh and Danielle Mowbray; and greatnephew, Michael Mowbray. He graduated from Jefferson Senior High School and worked many years at Macke Vending Company. He had many friends at the Roanoke City Fire Department. Graveside services will be held at noon on Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Horace Light officiating. The family suggests memorials be made to Hollins Road Brethren Church or Vinton Fire and Rescue Squad. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 9, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Barry Ragland

8 Entries

Darrell Rayfield

January 27, 2024

I just noticed this. Barry and I went to Jefferson High School. Later in life, we hung out at Roanoke Airport watching planes. Once I had the chance to visit the airport tower. Noticed Barry out there and invited him also. He really enjoyed that. Barry was such a good guy!

Trish Forbes

December 16, 2009

Allen, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. I will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts.

Little brother

December 13, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

December 12, 2009

My thoughts and payers are with you and yours.

Rita Williams

Barbara Hughes

December 9, 2009

To Linda, and all the Ragland Family:
I am so sad to learn of your loss and sorrow. Having been accepted and included as part of your extended family, I know how close and loving all of you are. Know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Barbara

Lisa Motley

December 9, 2009

my condolences to you and your family brenda may god bless your family and walk you through your time of sorrow

Lisa Motley and Family
Co-worker

December 9, 2009

My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jessie Falls - Roanoke, Virginia

Wanda James

December 9, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

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