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H. Clyde Pearson
Roanoke Valley, Virginia
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Roanoke Valley, Virginia
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Send FlowersThe Honorable Henry Clyde Pearson, of Salem, Va. left us on Friday, March 26, 2010 after celebrating his 85th birthday just two weeks ago. He was a retired Federal Bankruptcy Judge, serving over 28 years in Southwestern Virginia courts. A native of Lee County, Va., he served in the U.S. Navy for three years, attended Union College in Barboursville, Ky. and graduated from The University of Richmond Law School. He started his law practice in Jonesville, Va. and later moved to Roanoke, Va. in 1956 to work in the District Attorney's office as an Assistant D.A. He served both in the House of Delegates and the Senate of Virginia. In 1961, he was the youngest person to run for Governor of Virginia at the age of 36. Throughout his long and distinguished career in public service, Judge Pearson served the people of the Commonwealth with great dedication, integrity and distinction. He never forgot his roots and the people of Southwest Virginia were always close to his heart. His family came first always. He enjoyed his friends, golf outings and vacations with the family. He was a member of Windsor Hills United Methodist Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jean Calton Pearson; daughter, Beth and her husband, Van Williams, of Glen Allen, Va.; son, Tim and his wife, Sherry, of Harrisonburg, Va. Judge Pearson's grandchildren were the apple of his eye, Taylor and Logan Pearson, Ashley and Logan Michael, of which he was most proud. He is survived by one sister, Janice Smith and many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all of those lives he touched. The family would like to thank the caregivers who lovingly cared for Dad during this time as well as Dr. Clement Binnings and Dr. Nelson Greene. After a private interment, a memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. with a reception to follow at Windsor Hills United Methodist Church, 3591 Windsor Road, Roanoke, VA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Windsor Hills United Methodist Church Barr-None Sunday School class, the WHUMC Aftercare program or The Rescue Mission. The Pearson family is being served by John M. Oakey and Son, Salem. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.johnmoakey.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Roanoke Times.
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I recall Judge Pearson as a kind and generous father and friend to many in the community. He enjoyed many recreational activities with his family and friends including golf, camping, and boating. My family especially appreciated his compassion and friendship with my father as my Dad battled his own illness. My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Hunter McCorkle Nelson, King, North Carolina
March 31, 2010
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A very brilliant and dedicated Federal Bankruptcy Judge whom I admired. For years, when I was active, I counted him a close friend.
My deepest sympathy to the family, the court and the bar.
Hon. Hal J. Bonney, Jr,
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge )Retired)
March 30, 2010
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I practiced in Judge Pearson's court from 1980 until his retirement. He had an excellent judicial demeanor and treated counsel and the parties with the upmost respect. His modesty always impressed me and the other counsel who practiced in his court. Rarely would he ever refer to his political and legal career and all of his achievements, even when we asked. He served the judicial system and our Commonwealth well .
John Lamie
March 30, 2010 | Abingdon, VA
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I am a bankruptcy lawyer in Alexandria now, but I remember Judge Pearson as a state senator, when I was a College Republican. One of the founders of the modern Republican Party of Virginia, he stood for conservative principles, but equally for the respect for every man. He was a giant.
Robert Weed
March 29, 2010 | Alexandria, VA
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Judge Pearson was one of the formative influences in my legal career. He encouraged legal creativity and excellence. More importantly he taught me that a case was not the mere application of law to the fact, it was about this individuals who stood before the court seeking both justice and mercy. He taught me that without compassion for the individuals we represent we can achieve neither justice or mercy.
Judge Pearson's reputation for compassion for those in his courtroom was...
Peter Katt
March 29, 2010 | Callaway, VA
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To the Family,It was a pleasure careing for Mr. Pearson. For he was a very nice and loveable man. And he did truly love his family.He will be greatly missed.
De-De Hayes, Roanoke Va.
March 29, 2010
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I am so sorry to learn of Judge Pearson's death. I was an employee in the U.S. Attorney's Office during the '60s when he was an Assistant. We were a small office then, and we thought of ourselves as family. He was such a good friend to everyone, and we all greatly admired him. My deepest sympathy to all of the family, and I pray that the Lord will give you the peace that only he can provide.
Pinky Jinnett
March 28, 2010 | Knoxville, TN
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