Joseph-Scanlin-Obituary

Joseph E. Scanlin Sr.

Roanoke, Va, Virginia

1937 - 2025

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Joseph E. Scanlin, Sr.May 10, 1937 - January 5, 2025Lieutenant Colonel Joseph E. Scanlin, Sr. USAR.LTC. Joseph E. Scanlin, Sr. (Retired), age 87, of Roanoke, VA passed away on January 5, 2025. He was the husband of the late Susanne (Nitzsche) Scanlin who passed on December 27, 2022. They were...

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I knew Joe through his wife, Sue, a cherished friend for 24 years. I visited Sue and Joe when they were in assistant living and continued seeing Joe after Sue passed away. Each visit was filled with entertaining stories of the military, adventures on the rowing team, and days of his youth. Sometimes I'd take him out to lunch (which he LOVED) and he was always a member of the Clean Plate Club. I remember Joe for his ability to accept the changes of his life, his pleasant demeanor, and his...

I had the priviledge to know and serve the Scanlin Family while working at their local dental office in Roanoke. They were a delightful family to get to know through the many years of my tenure. I hold many fond memories of Joe, Sue and Stephanie. Sepp was serving in the military and I heard lots of stories about his illustrious career. I will always treasure our friendships. I want to offer my heartfelt sympathy to their families and friends. I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers.

So sorry to hear of Joe´s passing. He was always a gentleman and a great all-around good guy. RIP

We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Always enjoyed Saturday afternoons at the ELKS with him. May your fond memories bring you comfort in the coming days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jeff and I are saddened to learn of Colonel Joe´s passing. What an interesting and intelligent man he was. He will be missed in our lives! Rest easy Colonel Joe.