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Roger Dobbins Obituary
He started working at Lynchburg Foundry Company at age 18. Volvo Trucks North America hired him in 1986, where he continued to work until his death. He remained loyal to the Volvo family for over 25 years, where he had many dear friends. He worked hard and played hard. He was known for his expertise and collection of Chevrolets. Roger won several awards in car shows over the years.
He was also musically inclined. He played the harmonica, mandolin, banjo and other instruments. He was a generous man and knew no strangers. His sense of humor will be missed by many.
He is survived by daughters, Kelly Dobbins Cline and Stacey Dawn Dobbins; and son, Roger Michael (Mike) Dobbins; son-in-law, Matthew Cline and Tommy Maynor. He is survived by 10 grandchildren, Lucy Cundiff, Nina Cundiff, Jay Cundiff, Zack McPeake, Andrew Franklin, Lindsay Dobbins, Erika Dobbins, Kendall Dobbins, Peyton Dobbins, and Faith Cline; great-grandson, Tatum White; and special friend (first wife) Meredith (Sue) Dobbins Yunten.
The family would like to thank the staff at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. And a special appreciation to Dottie Cook, for her kindness and care of Roger and his family. The family would also like to extend to gratitude to Roger Akers, a wonderful friend at Volvo. He was particularly helpful during this difficult time. Heaven got a good one, and Roger Dobbins will never be forgotten.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012, at DeVilbiss Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Mike Ingo officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday May 9, 2012, at the funeral home. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roger Dobbins
Tommie Martin
May 21, 2012
Dear Kelly, Stacy and Mike,
You probably do not remember me; I umpired baseball in Radford when your father coached Mike in Little League. I also played with Roger on the LFC Streakers. Your father was very kind to me and was someone I could look up to as a younger player. He was a fine man, and there was never a dull moment when you were with him. His friendship and guidance meant alot to me. My family sends our condolences and prayers for a wonderful man, friend, and teammate. God bless and keep you in this difficult time.
Robert Caldwell
May 11, 2012
We were sad to here about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Bobby knew Roger for many years.
Bill Bryant
May 10, 2012
Very sorry for your loss...I feel very fortunate to have known and worked with Roger for many years at Volvo and you're correct...he never knew a stranger. Roger will be missed and remembered.
melinda dobbins underwood
May 10, 2012
so sorry for your loss (kelly, stacie & mike) you had a wonderful dad. just in the last few months i had talked with your dad over the phone. it was good talking with him.
May 10, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.Roger will be greatly missed by all.Mary Jo and Woody Yopp
Dana Pugh
May 10, 2012
I am sorry to hear about Roger. He was a geat coworker at Volvo and always smiled and waved to my Mom & I when we drove down the street. She lived on 10th. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
May 10, 2012
I am very sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayer's are with you all. God bless
Bill & lisa Martin Radford Va.
Wanda Lawson
May 9, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Roger passing away.I went to school with Roger and knew him all his life.Prayers go out to all his family.
Penny Britt
May 9, 2012
I remember that smile and I will always remember his laugh. Stacy has the same laugh. Seeing all the old pictures Kelly has been posting on facebook really takes me back. I remember every detail about that house on Wadsworth Street. When I think about Roger I think about him laughing, and him and dad acting crazy. Lots and lots of memories... Good times. I hadn't seen him in many years but the love never goes away. Heaven received a special angel. :0)
May 9, 2012
We're sorry we've never met Roger's family. Norma is Roger's cousin and Dale was friends with Roger in high school. We shared many good memories. Prayers for your family. Dale and Norma Fisher, Knoxville, TN
May 9, 2012
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers..
Patricia M. Wilson
May 9, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Blessings to you and your family. Willie and Cheryl Austin
Judy Smith
May 9, 2012
Roger was the kindest of men and his eyes were always sparkling. I'm so fortunate to have known him. My deepest sympathies.
May 9, 2012
I grew up in the same neighborhood and attended the same schools with him. He has been a great friend since childhood. We have stayed in touch all these years and he will be greatly missed and thought of often. My condolences to his family.
Irving Musselman, Suffolk,VA
Patrick Dobbins
May 9, 2012
My condolences to Roger's friends and family. I knew Roger my whole life and his passing saddens me greatly. May the family take comfort in the knowledge that Roger had a lot of friends and was loved by a great many people and he will be missed by them all.
Lynn Weinstein
May 9, 2012
I worked with Roger for quite a few years at Volvo and cannot remember ever seeing him without a smile. He was always such a joy to be around and never missed an opportunity to offer a helping hand to those in need. He will be greatly missed. I agree with Bob Litton's earlier comment- the world was a better place because of him.
May 9, 2012
To the Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Roger. Henley worked with Roger at Lynchburg Foundry and I worked with Pauline at Radford Foundry. You are in our prayers. We will never forget his smile or his pro style of pitching horseshoes.
Doris and Henley Dobbins
Bob Litton
May 9, 2012
I knew Roger from his start at Volvo. He always had a smile and a great attitude toward all his co-workers. This world was a better place because of him!
May 9, 2012
I worked for many years with Roger at Volvo and considered him a great friend. I know he will be missed by his family and by the Volvo family. My condolences to all of the family.
Hoyt Phillips, Blacksburg, VA
Mike Hardwick
May 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, both at home and at Volvo. Roger always had a good story or joke to tell.
Tina Bain Lytton
May 9, 2012
Stacey, I am so verysorry to hrar about the passing of your father. I used to see him out walking his dog everyday. I wish that I could take away your pain adn sorrow. May God be with you through this most difficult time you your life as well as your sister and brother. Please call me if you need anything, even if it's to talk. I love ya girl.
May 9, 2012
Mike - I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad - it's so hard to lose the man you've looked up to your whole life! Take care and know I'm thinking of and praying for you and your family. Love - Donna Collins
Tracy and Chris Smith
May 9, 2012
Stacey and Family I am sorry for your loss.
Michele Lanter
May 9, 2012
Prayers and deepest sympathy to the family.
Michele Yuhas Lanter
Alvin Tawney
May 9, 2012
I worked around Roger for many years at volvo.He was the most friendliest man I ever met.May the lord be with his family at this difficult time.
Betty Harrison
May 9, 2012
Mike: I'm so very sorry to hear about your dad. Hearts break when we lose our parents . . . my thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 9, 2012
I'm sorry to hear of Roger's passing.I worked with Roger at Volvo for some time.I always enjoyed his friendship and his love for music and "3".
He will be greatly missed!
PASTOR: Steve and Marilou Akers
Carolyn Perdue
May 9, 2012
God Bless You All!!!! Remember the good times and know that your friends share your pain.
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