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Ron,Darlene,Rhonda,Adrienne Allie
August 23, 2013 | Roanoke, VA


Roanoke Valley, Virginia
On Tuesday, August 20, 2013, A. Ray Sowder, 68, of Roanoke, went home to be with the Lord. Mr. Sowder was the youngest son of John Albert Sowder and Lavenia Ethel Palmer Sowder, born on December 20, 1945. He was preceded in death by a sister, Delores Hicks. Mr. Sowder enjoyed many years in sales...
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Ron,Darlene,Rhonda,Adrienne Allie
August 23, 2013 | Roanoke, VA
I pray your family finds comfort during this tough time. I'm so sorry you guys are going through this. I know you miss him so much already. You guys are on my mind. MUCH love!
Laura Wyatt
August 22, 2013 | Roanoke, VA
We are out of town and just learned of Ray's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ray was gentle, kind and a loving man who was so attentive and helpful to our beloved parents Sy and Nancy. He will be missed. Sending you our deepest sympathy, Steve , Diane , and Stephanie Sowder
Diane Sowder
August 22, 2013 | Roanoke, VA
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 22, 2013
I grew up with Ray and remember some good times. I have thought of him many
times over the years. He was a fine fellow.
Andrew Bourne
August 21, 2013 | Goodview, VA
My thoughts are with Ray's wonderful family. I had known him for 35 years or more. What a prince of a gentleman, always a smile and a firm handshake from those huge hands. A man who always thought of others first, and could sell anything in the world, a born salesman for sure.
Ray Conlon
August 21, 2013 | Buchanan, VA
Becky and family, our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Ray was a very special person and knowing him made our time in Roanoke so much more enjoyable. He will be forever remembered in our prayers and thoughts. We will miss him dearly.
Russ and Michelle Cusano
August 21, 2013 | Overland Park, KS
We are very sorry to hear about the death of Ray. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless.
Lloyd & Shirley Woods
August 21, 2013 | Vinton., VA
My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Sowder. I did some work for him when he had his car lots and he was a genuinely nice man.Gone too soon.
Donald Sharrer
August 21, 2013 | Roanoke, VA