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James Coggins Obituary
The family would like to thank the staff at Avante Nursing Home, Roanoke Memorial and Lewis Gale Hospitals, especially Dr. James Witten Jr., for their care and support during this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 11525, Roanoke, VA 24022; or Green Ridge Baptist Church, 5521 Green Ridge Road, Roanoke, VA 24019 in his name.
A funeral service celebrating Sonny's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 1, 2013, at Green Ridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Greg Moser officiating. Interment will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, February 3, 2013, in the Sweetwater Baptist Church cemetery in Douglasville, Ga. Friends may visit with the family Thursday, January 31, 2013, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Simpson Funeral Home. Friends may send their condolences to the family at www.simpsonfuneral.com . Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707.
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Sheila Wright
February 1, 2013
I worked with Sonny from 1974 to 1978 in Atlanta, Ga. Although we both were in Roanoke, I saw him only few occasions. Very kind man, everyone who worked for him like him.
Sheila J. Wright, former employee NSC
Ken Clubb
February 1, 2013
His long and difficult struggle is over and Sonny is at peace.
Laura Strickland
January 31, 2013
Sonny was one of the kindest, gentlest, most wonderful people. I used to get some of my best recipes from him. Sonny holds a very special place in my heart. Never got to meet his family, but feel I know you so well bc of all his stories. We were so blessed to have Sonny in our lives. We love him dearly. Prayers for you all.
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