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Douglas Glenn Divers, Sr., 62, of Boones Mill, passed away Friday, August 6, 2010. He was born August 24, 1947 to the late Emmett and Mary Bailey Divers. Glenn was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Glenn was dedicated to his family and especially cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sister, Wilford Divers, Susie Dickerson, and Larry Divers. He is survived by his loving wife, Debbie Divers; son and daughter-in-law, Douglas, Jr. and Melissa Divers; daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Greg Greenway; grandchildren, Nicholas, Taylor, Tonia, Jakob, Luke, Landon; and one grandchild to come; brothers and sisters-in-law, George and Mildred Divers, Bobby and Linda Divers, Opal Divers, Brenda Divers, and Eddie Sheppard; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Lee and Robert Wilson, Norma Greenway, Judy and Terry Smith, and Linda Divers; and numerous nieces; nephews; other family members; and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the benevolence fund at Halesford Baptist Church, 2485 Lost Mountain Road, Wirtz, Va., 24184. Funeral services will be conducted from Halesford Baptist Church, 11 a.m. Monday, August 9, 2010 with the Rev. Melvin Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. The family will be receiving friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the church. Arrangements by ConnerBowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 220 @ Wirtz Road, Rocky Mount, Va., 24151. www.connerbowman. com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 8 to Aug. 9, 2010.

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Kimberly Pitzer

August 14, 2010

Doug and Melissa: My prayers and thoughts are with your family.I don't recall meeting your father,Doug,but I've heard wonderful things about him from a coworker who was in his Sunday School class

Bradie and Donna Worrell

August 12, 2010

We are so terribly sorry about Glenn. We loved him very much and will miss him. He was a true friend, and a great man.

Anita Whitmire

August 10, 2010

My prayers are with the entire Divers Family.
Glenn will always hold a very special place in my heart because he is the one that lead me to the Lord.I know there are countless others that Glenn has lead to the Lord. Glenn is now sitting by his master's side hearing the words "Well done thy good and faithful servant

Alison Murray

August 10, 2010

To the Divers Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Greg & Kristen Calhoun

August 10, 2010

Dear Bobby & Linda,
Greg and I are so sorry for your loss. I know everyone at Halesford thought of him as a wonderful Godly man and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers to everyone in your family during this difficult time.

Robert Woodall Chevrolet, Parts Dept: Wesely,Kelly,Tim,Danny,Mike,

August 10, 2010

To The Divers Family. We are so sorry for your loss. Glenn was a wonderful gentleman. He will be missed greatly in our business. He will not be quickly forgotten. We pray that the Lord will help to comfort you in this time.

LARRY ROACH

August 10, 2010

To The Divers Family, Sorry to hear about your loss. I only met Glenn while Larry was in the hosp. He seem like a fine man , Brenda his sister inlaw and mine had good things to say about him, Nadine and I will have your in our prayers.

Cliff Smith

August 9, 2010

If There was a better man in this world I would like to meet him! Done business with Glenn for many years not once did he come in without a smile and a handshake. You will truly be missed sir, out thoughts and prayers go out to all the family & friends

Lynwood Atkins

August 9, 2010

Glenn always had a big smile and big hug and God in his heart. He was a big guy on my knee, but I am sure his grandchildren loved that smile..Santa
(we love you all in Christ)

Mark Clingenpeel

August 9, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. My husband thought a lot of Glenn and was very upset to hear this horrible news. My husband said that once you met Glenn you would instantly know he was a wonderful man. I know he will be missed. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Roger Rumley

August 9, 2010

Glenn was a great man. I always enjoyed our time together during his visits to the shop. He will be greatly missed. I am thankful to have called him a friend. God bless your family during this time of loss.

Wayne,Linda,Faith,& Megan Keene

August 9, 2010

May God comfort you and your family in your time of sorrow. Glenn will be truly missed and so will all the laughs we shared at the shop. He always brought a smile to everyones face here--now he is smiling down and watching over all you he loves sooo much.

Bobby Weaver

August 9, 2010

May god be with all the Divers fmailey . Prayers for the fmailey and Glen one of our raceing buddey from Callerway. From Bobby, Billy. Calton,And Ruby Weaver Bobby Weaver

RAY HUBBARD

August 9, 2010

I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS HELPED GLENN REPAIR HIS LAWN MOWER MANY TIMES WORKED WITH HIM AT OUTDOOR POWER WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH

Aaron Fernandez

August 9, 2010

Our deep sympathy. Glenn always made us smile.

The guys at Interstate Batteries

Stephanie Mullins

August 9, 2010

We are so very sorry for your loss. May God grant you strength during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Divers family.
Leon, Stephanie, Cheyenne, & Alex Mullins

Cindy & Danny Yates

August 9, 2010

We were really sorry to hear about Glenn. He was a good man and a great neighbor. We will miss him. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Eldon & Pat Strike

August 8, 2010

The Divers Family,
You are in our Prayers and thoughts during this time of sadness. Glen was a fine man and walking with our Lord, now.
Our Deepest Sympathy.

Al and Sharon Zimmerman

August 8, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for the Divers family, especially, Doug,Melissa,Luke and Landon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Glenn on a pink ATV!

Jeff Shelton

August 8, 2010

To the Divers Family,
I am shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Glenn and offer my sincere condolences. Glenn was a man among men; always smiling and ready to offer a kind word, never one to swear or speak ill of others, he was the embodiment of class and compassion. A true Christian Gentleman I've known Glenn for the past 3 years, since coming to work with him; I feel blessed to call him a coworker and friend. Bradie and I have shared Wednesday morning breakfasts with Glenn and our Wednesdays will never be the same. I've attached a photo from the last boat show Glenn and I worked together-I dared him to get on the pink ATV and threatened to take a picture if he did! Well, you can see what happened. I know we all laughed more because of the happiness and joy Glenn brought us. I will miss Glenn. May the Lord grant you strength and courage as you move toward healing.

James & Sandy Rucker

August 8, 2010

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of a wonderful God loving person...We know he will be greatly missed by everyone...You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers...

Jennifer & Lisa Williams

August 8, 2010

To the family I am truly sorry for your loss. I didn't know Glenn, I'm a close friend with his sister Linda. God Bless you all!
With our deepest sympathy,

Tim Wray

August 8, 2010

We are so very sorry for your loss. His kindness and genuine goodness made us all better. We will miss him. God bless you and your family.

The team at Magnum Boating

Sarah Jane Harrison

August 8, 2010

Glenn was a kind and caring person...always had a friendly smile and kind words for everyone. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God be with all of the family and help you all through this time of grief. Glenn will always be remembered by me as one of the BEST. Love Sarah Jane, Warren and Kim.

richie price

August 8, 2010

to the divers familly,from my familly to yours,our thoughts and prayers.glenn was a real christian,may god wrap you in a hedge of protection in this time of loss..again god bless you and yours...sincerely kim and richie price,co worker of glenn,s and aaron lyles

SHANNA SHREVE

August 8, 2010

I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS GLEN WAS A ONE OF A KIND PERSON WHO TOUCHED MANY HEARTS HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED

Karen Crouch

August 8, 2010

To Glenns Family
I had the pleasure of working with Glenn for many years at Clements. You were so lucky to have him he always had a smile and a good word for everyone. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless each and everyone of you.

Tommy & Liz Fields

August 8, 2010

As all of you go through this tragic loss, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Glenn always brought a smile to our face when we saw him. May the Lord's faith guide you through this tragic time.
God bless, Liz and Tommy Fields

Sheila & Gary Shreve

August 8, 2010

Debbie and family, Glen will be missed by so many people.He was such a kind and loving person.All of you are in my prayers.

Melanie Steinle

August 8, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss.May the special love and wonderful memories you have of Glenn bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mark & Melanie Steinle

Mike Walker

August 8, 2010

I was so shocked to hear about Glenn, I had the pleasure of being a coworker of his for about 15 years. He was the kindest most friendly person I have ever known. Also, he was a very hard worker.

He was always a friend you could rely on. He will truly be missed by myself and many others that had the good fortune of knowing him.

God bless his family in their time of sadness.

Mike Walker

August 8, 2010

you all are in out hearts! Praying for your strength.
Love,
Leslie, Ronald, Lindasy, and Adam Watson

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