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Larry Elovich Obituary

Larry Steven Elovich, 61, of Troutville, Va., died on Tuesday, March 30, 2010. He was the owner of Outback Motors and Harvey's Dry Cleaners, Inc., and was also an avid 1960s car collector. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Katherine Elovich; and is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Susan B. Elovich; his son, Steven M. Elovich; two sisters, Edith McLaughlin, and Delores Hodge and her husband, Forrest; his father and mother-in-law, Otis and Madeline Bradbury; three brothers-in-law, Otis Bradbury Jr., Mark Bradbury and his wife, Susan, and Jimmy Bradbury and his wife, Karen; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Bradbury; and 11 nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, April 2, 2010, at Oakey's East Chapel with Father Steve McNally officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 530 E. Main St., Suite 200, Richmond, Va. 23219. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel and Crematory, 540-977-3909.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Apr. 1, 2010.

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April 9, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of Larry's death. He was such a nice person and he will be greatly missed. We were unable to make it to the funeral. We would have loved to see you all.

Beck and Annie Belle Meador

April 7, 2010

Susan, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Larry was such a nice guy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gayla Cloaninger feagin
Roanoke,Va.

April 1, 2010

Dear Susan and Steven, our hearts and prayers are with you today. Jim and I send our deepest sympathy on your loss. We will be with you in spirit on Friday and we send Brian with our regards. We know how much you both will miss your Husband and Dad. We pray your grief will be lessened by the love of family and friends! James and Susan Gallagher, (San Antonio, Tx)

Jeanne Boester

April 1, 2010

Steven -
Words can't express to you how sorry I am for your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family; and the grief you all are feeling. Please let me know if there is anything, anything I can do. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Winsor St. Clair & Carly Francisco

April 1, 2010

Steven,

We are so sorry about your loss. We are thinking about you and your family. I hope that you can find some peace during this difficult time.

Sandi Lewis

April 1, 2010

Susan, Steven, Jimmy and all the family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Larry. He was such a nice person. He always made us smile when he came into the bank. He was always smiling. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Katie & Susan Corring

April 1, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

George Winter

April 1, 2010

Dear Elovich Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Larry was a good friend and I will miss him dearly, but know that he is in a better place with no pain.
Sincerely,
George Winter
Town Auto Sales

Anne Miller

April 1, 2010

Susan and Steven, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Although he was my boss for many years i considered him my friend. If i can help in any way please let me know.He may be gone but will never be forgotten.Sincerely,

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