Photo courtesy of Oakey’s Vinton Chapel
Roanoke Valley, Virginia
DONALD ELMER (DON) EAKIN, OF VINTON, DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, FOLLOWING A YEAR-LONG BATTLE WITH LUNG CANCER. DON WAS BORN ON JANUARY 18, 1941, TO THE LATE ELMER R. EAKIN AND LILLIAN C. CHATTIN, AND WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY A DAUGHTER, TERRI LEE EAKIN SUMMERS.THOSE LEFT TO...
Read MoreDonnie,Jannie,Steve & Family just heard of Don's passing I know How Close you all was so sad but god knows best he is at rest and out of the pain now you all have a special star looking down on you & your family Praying for you all Love Lonnie & Bonnie
September 19, 2013
I just learned of the passing,, and he will be missed. First met Don at DON's REST. and the times there are often thought of with great great fun and company. Still have my mug from there. Don was a good man and will live on in memories I am sure.
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J "Indian" Maxey
September 14, 2013 | Roanoke, VA
Donnie and Family,
Just want you to know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers! Know that Dad is in a better place where there is peace and no more pain! I never knew your Dad from what I do know is that he lived his life to the fullest and was known a loved by many. I pray that you find the peace we are promised that passes all understanding, he will always be with you! Love always
David and Mary Moore
August 28, 2013
Sandi sorry to hear this I knew Don when he would come and see us play music with the Original Royal Kings way back
Rodger Dixon
August 28, 2013 | Gulf Shores, AL
Sandi - Just happened to find this - I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your many memories.
George Nevergold
August 27, 2013
sorry for your lose. our prays are with you. Dee Dixon and Junior Hall (Arcet Equipment)
August 26, 2013
Hugs and prayers for comfort for you all.
Jennie Waering
August 26, 2013 | Roanoke, VA
we are so sorry for your loss.don was a great guy.he did a lot for me.
rodney and doris grogan
August 25, 2013 | Salem, VA
blessings to you all
lenora montuori
August 25, 2013