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Joseph Hirst Obituary

Joseph Martin Hirst, 80, of Christiansburg, passed away on December 29, 2009. A celebration of his life will be conducted 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, January 3, 2010 at the Horne Funeral Home.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jan. 2, 2010.

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January 4, 2010

Terry, Dennis, Maria, Ian and Rose,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers. What a loving father and granddad he was. We have a lot of great memories of your Dad. May your hearts be full of these happy memories.
Love, Peggy and John

Glenn Heider

January 3, 2010

Dear Terry and Family,

It was a pleasure to have met Joe. Though I barely knew him, I enjoyed discussing the pro's and con's of Philadelphia sports with him and why I thought New York and Phil. made for very competitive games. The Lord has granted his wish that he meet again with his loving wife in heaven. I'm sure he greatly appreciated the home and loving family you provided for him.
God bless you. Glenn

January 3, 2010

Dear Terry and Family,

A toast to you for taking such good care of your Dad.

Mary and Jim Hawley

Dennis Wnorowski

January 3, 2010

Thank You Bill Sroufe for this tribute to Joseph Martin Hirst, Sr.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhMZ7f4WsNE

It is beautiful!

Love,
Dennis, Terry, Maria, Ian and Rose Wnorowski

Maria Elena Davalos

January 3, 2010

Dear Terry and Dennis,
Thank you for sharing the tribute with me. It is a beautiful tribute for a wonderful father and friend. Some things you don't realize until it is too late. I hope he knows now how much he did mean to me. I am very sorry for your loss, but you have beautiful memories and he will always be in your heart....with mom.
All our love today and always.
Maria Elena, Ray, Colleen Marie, Maureen, Jimmy, Angeline, Michael, Brian, Brandi, Connor and Maggie

January 3, 2010

Terry,
I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know if there is anything I can do just let me know. The next monthes will be difficult to adjust, but I am sure you will get through it.
Love,
Scylenea Alley

Dianne Kiernan

January 2, 2010

Here is a toast to a one-of-a-kind gentleman! We will always remember Joe and the warm Irish smile he shared with us, his welcoming spirit and his fine stories of family including his much-missed and beloved wife with whom he is now able to share his heart. Terry and Dennis have provided an honorable and loving home for Joe including connections to the lives of his grandchildren: Maria, Ian, and Rose; and access to the many terrific family pets over the years. Joe surely was able to enjoy a long life in the care of a loving and wholesome family in so many ways. Rest in Peace Joe and please continue to smile down upon us. Thank you for sharing your life. Cheers! ;)

Melanie Gevedon

January 1, 2010

Terry and Family,

Cherish the time you had together and celebrate a life well-lived. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,
Melanie

Madeline Brainard

January 1, 2010

Dear Terry and Family, May your memories of your Dad and Grandpa comfort you now and in the years to come. May peace be in your hearts, Madeline

Maureen Ballman

January 1, 2010

So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all!!!

With Love,
Maureen, Michael and Brandi

December 31, 2009

Terry, I'm so sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my prays.
Trina Whitteker

December 31, 2009

Terry and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
The Kadlec family

December 31, 2009

Terry - you are in our hearts - love John and Linda

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