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John M. Vaught
1958 - 2025
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1958
DIED
2025
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John Vaught Obituary
September 2, 1958 - August 8, 2025
John M. Vaught, 66, of Roanoke, Va., departed this world for his Heavenly home on Friday, August 8, 2025.
He was an avid Vikings Football Team fan, a fabulous dancer, black diamond skier, and enjoyed shooting pool, blackjack and travel.
John was the life of the party and always encouraged others, he was a fighter, the glass was always half full, he was dedicated to his wife and loved supporting those who were less fortunate.
He was preceded in death by his father, Clifford Vaught; his sister, Cynthia King; sister-in-law, Debbie Montgomery; special friend, Jeffrey Stiff; and snuggle buddy, Maximus.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Donna Brown Vaught; his mother, Evelyn Vaught; brothers, Timoth Vaught, Mark Vaught (Rosa), and Joseph Vaught (Tammy); a special brother-in-law, Glen Montgomery; sister-in-law, Linda Call (Billy); his numerous nieces and nephews, Daniel Vaught, Kathryn Vaught, Tracie Vaught, Emily Vaught, Justin Vaught, Stephanie George (Warren), Chris Couch (Jason Adams), Kim Montgomery, Chad Brown (Sarah), Stuart Brown (Kayla), Julia Brown (Jim Tutino), and Lillian Maora Adams; great-nieces, Hadley Brown, Aspyn Brown; god daughter, Cara Wilson; and a beloved pet, Thurston.
The family extends a heartfelt thanks to the surgical team and nurses on the 2nd floor ICU at Lewis Gale Hospital. Their skills are exceeded only by their tenderness and compassion.
A visitation will be held at Oakey's South Chapel on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 1:15 p.m., followed by a 2 p.m. service with Paster Myron Atkinson officiating. Visitation at Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be sent to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, Tunnels to Towers, or to The Wounded Warrior Project. Due to dietary restrictions, the family respectfully request no food to be sent. Condolences may be shared with his family by visiting www.Oakeys.com.
Oakey's Funeral Service - South Chapel
Roanoke, VA (540) 989-3131
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