Roanoke, Virginia
Leigh Buckner Hanes Jr., 90, of Roanoke, Va., died Friday, August 15, 2008. Born April 4, 1918, in Roanoke, and was preceded in death by his parents, Leigh B. Hanes Sr. and Lillian T. Hanes. He is survived by his wife, Frances Hilton Hanes; his three children and their spouses, Whitney and Mark...
Read MoreIt was a true pleasure to meet Mr. Hanes and his wonderful family as we at Salem Health and Rehab cared for Mr. Hanes. He was a true favorite among the entire staff. His family as well were always a pleasure to speak with and we enjoyed our time with him very much. God Bless you all. Thoughts and prayers, Melinda Hunter RN
Melinda Hunter
September 12, 2008 | Roanoke, VA
Mrs. Hanes: My sons Eric and Jeramy and I extend our sympathy at your loss. I enjoyed working with Mr. Hanes on the James River Scenic Advisory Board and enjoyed his visits to the office while I was Judge Honts' secretary before I moved to Colorado. Again, we are sorry for your loss.
Belinda Snow (formerly Gaskins)
August 18, 2008 | Durango, CO
We would all do well to remember what Mr. Hanes said about politics, "I was not born a Republican," he said later. "I felt that politics, like everything else, needs a little competition."
Like Whitney said, "bigger than life."
Richard Keeling
August 18, 2008 | Charlottesville, VA
