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Martha Main Obituary
Martha Graham
May 30, 1933
September 8, 2020
Martha Graham Main of Roanoke, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, evening, September 8, 2020, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
She was born on May 30, 1933, to the late Rollin White and Maude Allen Graham in Elliston, Virginia.
Martha is survived by her children, Janet and husband, Michael Slaughter, of Roanoke, and Christopher and wife, Paula Main, of Salem; grandchildren, Derek and wife, Jennifer Slaughter and daughter, Nora, of Blue Ridge, and Emily and husband, Nicholas Pappas of Maryland.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Walter Armon Main; brothers, Willis Graham, James "Jimmy" Graham, Edward 'Buddy" Graham, and Rollin "Junior" Graham; and sisters, Beulah Weaver, Ethel Robinson, and Frances Lucado.
Martha retired from Roanoke County Public Schools where she was a secretary at Academy Street Elementary and Glenvar Elementary. She was a member of Cave Spring United Methodist Church.
A Graveside Service will be conducted at 12 noon on Friday, September 11, 2020, at East Hill Cemetery in Salem, Va. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the graveside. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.oakeys.com.
"God looked around his garden and found an empty space. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful. He only takes the best."
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Amy Hilton Blevins
September 4, 2025
Janet your mothers obituary came across today and I have good memories of your mother at Glenvar Elementary and of your wedding. Hope you and your family are doing well.
Amy
Denise Coffey
September 4, 2023
I think of Martha often. She was a dear friend and neighbor. I miss her so much.
Lorraine Lange
September 11, 2020
Martha was a wonderful person who was always good to the children at Glenvar Elementary. I will be thinking of her family during this sad time in their lives.
Annette Deaton Lineberry
September 11, 2020
My sincerest sympathies, Janet, Mike and Chris. I loved your mom when I was in elementary school. She was always SO sweet and kind to me! I guess all those memories and good feelings played a part in my career choice for education (starting as an elementary teacher) and continuing to Principal. May you find peace and love in your memories of her kind soul! ♥
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Amy Hilton Blevins
September 11, 2020
Janet I am so sad to hear about your sweet Mother. She always had a smile on her face and I can hear her laugh now. She was a great person. Janet I would love to hear from you.
Denise Coffey
September 11, 2020
Martha was our neighbor and friend for 20 years! We spent a lot of special times together over the years. She was such a sweet neighbor and friend. She loved planting flowers every Spring and took great pride in her house and yard. I will always remember Christmas shopping together and her inviting us over for her delicious meals from time to time. We will miss her so much. Peace, love and prayers to her family.
DAVID JOINER SR.
September 10, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Suzanne Brown
September 10, 2020
Mrs. Main was our Secretary at Glenvar Elementary. She was always smiling and so kind. I am 64 now and she left a life long impression on me. A truly wonderful, sweet person. God bless her family.
Norma B Dempsey
September 10, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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