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James Fielder Obituary

James A. Fielder, 88, of Vinton, Va., died on Wednesday, October 7, 2009. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Myrtle R. Fielder; son, Donald E. Fielder; parents, Oscar P. and Elsie A. Fielder; five brothers; and four sisters. Surviving are his sister, Pearl F. Kendrick; brother, Jay Hugh Fielder; sister, Linda F. Tuck; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held noon on Saturday, October 10, 2009,at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Richard Mallory officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton with Military Honors. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 9, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 8 to Oct. 9, 2009.

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Joe Brown and son, Carl

October 10, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Johnny Ellis

October 9, 2009

James was a wonderful person, full of good deed and willing to help anyone. He will be missed here but can serve with our Lord Jesus in a better place.

My sincere condolences to all of the family. My heart will be with you during this time. I have been honored to have an uncle such as James.


Johnny W. Ellis
Margie J. Ellis
John D. Ellis
Reno, NV

October 8, 2009

Linda and family, our deepest sympathy. Linda, you were such a wonderful sister to care, to love unconditionally and a blessing to James. Fondly, Bob and Kathy(Barnard) Harris

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