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Thomas Elkins Obituary

Thomas Mitchell Elkins, 67, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2009. Graveside service 10 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 540-562-1182.
Published by Roanoke Times on Jul. 10, 2009.

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Richard Morefield

July 13, 2009

Tommy: You are one more of our generation to
leave us. Rest in peace.

Denise Bailey

July 13, 2009

Jeff,

My heart goes out to you & your family. I know you had lots of good times & memories to cherish always!
Love Weedle

Jim Overfelt

July 9, 2009

My memories of Thomas and Donald are very fond memories. May your memories of Thomas comfort you forever.

Jimmy Overfelt, formally of SE Roanoke

Misty & Tony Smith

July 9, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dreama Locks

July 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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