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Robert Searles Obituary

Robert A. Searles, 80, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2008. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 12, 2008.

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Nancy Aragon

November 17, 2008

My dad was a very special person; I will always remember the things I learned from him and continue to learn from other people who knew him. I find comfort in the fact that dad loved and was loved by so many people.

Donna Whitehead

November 10, 2008

Dear Searles Family,
What can I say about Robert? All of my patients are special to me, but some really touch us more as nurses than others. Robert left footprints on a lot of hearts. We loved him very much and will miss him. May God bless and comfort you as your deal with your loss.

Clyde Carter

November 10, 2008

Dear Family,
I will remember our wheel chair ride out to the day lillies in full bloom here at The Glebe. Also our many discussions about God and our acceptance of God's forgiveness. I will remember how Bob helped me with ideas for a workshop I held in NC, and about his reaching out for my hand immediately whenever I arrived -- often holding on for the entire visit. A dear soul.
Clyde Carter

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