Barbara Kanode Alvarez

Barbara Alvarez Obituary

Barbara Kanode (Bobbie) Alvarez, 61, of Shawsville went to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 2, 2010. The family will receive friends at The Horne Funeral Home Tuesday, January 5, 2010 from 3 to 4 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 4 p.m with Pastor John Collins officiating. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.horne funeralservice.com. The Alvarez family is being served by Horne Funeral Home & Crematory, Christiansburg.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jan. 5, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Alvarez

7 Entries

Morey Birch

January 5, 2010

Stephanie and Family. My first encounter with Bobbie was when she was the Chaplain for our Salem chapter of the WOTM. She was friendly, sweet, and made me feel welcome. Bobbie continued to be a freind, always kind, liked to entertain us with a song or two, loved to tell us jokes and make us laugh. Even during her most difficult times, she always had a smile, and a sweet disposition. I never heard her say a bad word about anyone. May she be safe, happy, and content in the arms of Jesus. I will miss her.

Amanda Starkey

January 5, 2010

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

Joni Gibson

January 5, 2010

I just want to share that bobbie was not only a very good person but she was my aunt and my friend. I will love bobbie now and always. Bobbie was so strong no matter how sick she was she never let that beautiful smile go away and she was always trying to make everyone else feel better. I have known bobbie all my life and i know that she is in heaven watching over us. I love u bobbie and i miss u so much.There will not be one day that i wont think of u and how u used to hug me them warm and cozy hugs and i will miss them so to my family i will be thinking of u all stephanie and jo we are always here for u mom and me and we love u and u are forever part of our family.

Rhonda Body

January 5, 2010

Girls, I met Bobbie for the first time several years ago at the Salem Moose when I was a new member. She was my buddy and friend from day one. I will always think of her when the music comes on at the Moose. I am sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady and always had a smile on her face no matter what was going on in her life that day. I am thinking of you at this time.

January 5, 2010

Girls, Your Mom was a wonderful woman and we'll miss her greatly. Know that I am here if you need anything. Love you lots,
Aunt Susan

Carie Kingery

January 4, 2010

Stephanie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I pray that God comforts you during this hard time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. We love you.

Joni Poore

January 4, 2010

No one could ask for a nicer neighbor than Bobbie. For the past 8 years she never had a problem with any of us throwing around a softball or football in her yard, or that my 3 year old's swingset was half in my yard, half in hers! We will also miss Peek-a-boo!

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