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1932 - 2011
 John B. Roam, 79 of Huntington, WV passed from this life Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 7 at the Westmoreland Church of Christ, 3209 Auburn Road, Huntington, of which he was a member, by Minister Robert Huron; burial will follow in the Maple Hill Section of Docks Creek Cemetery, Kenova. John was born February 25, 1932 a son of the late Jasper and Iva Roam in Pulaski County, MO. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Claude, Joe and Don and one sister, Hazel. He was the retired owner of J.R. Freight and also River Cities Freight. Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years, Geraldine Booth Roam; two sons, Jim A. Roam and his wife Amy, Roger L. Roam, and one daughter Joanna L. Roam Bane and her husband, Jeff. John was Pa to five wonderful grandchildren: Cameron and Carly Roam; Hannah , Becca and Jeremiah Bane. In addition, John was survived by one sister and brother-in-law, May and Dick Henderson, a special friend Willis Blankenship, as well as many loving friends at Westmoreland Church of Christ. His biggest passion in life was meeting new people and interacting with the people he already knew. He was very active in watching, coaching, greeting and supporting the youth programs in any way he could. Friends may visit from 3-5 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Cross Pointe Community Church, 4720 Waverly Rd., Huntington, WV ( the former Keebler building). As a way of continuing Johns support of youth athletics, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SVHS Athletic Boosters c/o of Terry Porter, In Memory of John B. Roam, #1 Timberwolf Drive, Huntington, WV 25704. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family. Mr. Roam will be taken to the church one hour before services on Saturday. The family would like to thank Dr. Shawn Coffman for the many years of care he provided for dad. On line condolences maybe made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger |
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There are currently 25 condolences.
Ralph & Elsie Powell
Sunday May 22, 2011 at
9:33 PM
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Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to family and friends. Bill was a friendly loving friend to classmates and friends.
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roam family
Saturday May 7, 2011 at
2:22 PM
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We are do sorry to hear about your loss, John was such a good man and he didn't forget anyone, he was a friend to so many. He will be greatly missed..'Tim & Teresa Wilson and family
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Terri K. Atkins
Saturday May 7, 2011 at
12:38 PM
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So truly sorry to hear of your loss. My family cared about and respected Mr.Roam greatly. He was a fine and generous man.
We share your grief in more ways than one. On May 4, 2011, my father, James F. Barbour, also passed away at Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Heaven received two of our finest that day.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terri Atkins, Shannon Atkins, Haleigh Perry, Daniel Perry
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Sandy Thomas
Friday May 6, 2011 at
11:09 PM
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My deepest sympathy to all the family..John truly was a wonderful coach, friend and customer of mine for his trucking business for years. He will be missed by so many. A truly wonderful man.
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Rodney Sanders
Friday May 6, 2011 at
7:17 PM
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I can't say enough words to say how much John meant to me he meant so much to many people. It shocked me when a fellow driver I work with told me John was not doing well I went to see him and it hurt me to see him like that, My memories of John is way to many to tell, he was truly a great boss and friend. God bless all the family.
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Opal Sanders
Friday May 6, 2011 at
7:09 PM
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I was saddend to hear about John being ill and went to the hospital to visit him and was glad that I did. He was a wonderful man and a great dear friend my husband drove for him and he would call me and we would talk for a long time. He would call me about my election and I would keep him touch with everything. Earths loss is heavens gain, he will be greatly missed. Please let Jerrie know that if there is anything she needs or just needs to talk to someone that she can call me at anytime. I know how much he loved his family and friends. It wont be long and we will see him again. We love you all.
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Amy Dillon
Friday May 6, 2011 at
6:48 PM
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Our hearts are filled with sadness at the loss of John, and our community suffers a great loss. His smiling face will be missed greatly, especially at the many sporting events he supported. My father-in-law, Jimmy Dillon, has loved John since their trucking days. Kevin and Jordan loved playing baseball for him. No coach could have been more kind or caring. We love you Roam family. As was John, you are very special to many people in this community.
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Melissa Shannonhouse
Friday May 6, 2011 at
6:02 PM
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Gerri, Jim, Roger and Joanna.
John will be missed by many. I will always have fond memories of him. He was a great Sunday schoold teacher, coach, and friend. I enjoyed being his partner in pinochle. He could always make me laugh. I am so glad he dad were such good friends. Joanna he often spoke of how proud he was of you and you being a nurse. Heaven received another great man that we will miss but remember forever.
Melissa
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michelle amos kosa
Friday May 6, 2011 at
5:06 PM
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So sorry for your loss. Prayers going out for your family.
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Veta Merritt Glenedas friend hope you remember
Friday May 6, 2011 at
3:23 PM
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Jerrie I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family. If you should need to talk or anything I can do please do not care to let me know, Rembember you can always join Gleneda in what ever we do Love you and will be praying for you God Bless and take care
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Matt Stephens
Friday May 6, 2011 at
2:31 PM
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To the Roam family: My family and I are deeply sorry for your loss. John was truly a fine man and I was deeply saddened Wednesday evening when I heard that he had passed. Only a short month ago I spent about an hour with John talking at a Wayne / Spring Valley Baseball game during which John introduced me to probably 10 different people as his "old friend". That was simply the way John was and how he made you feel each time you talked to him always the same&warm...outgoing...full of life& He was truly an "old friend" not only to me but my whole family and I will truly miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Matt Stephens
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Rochelle Nelson-Elliott
Friday May 6, 2011 at
1:47 PM
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Joanna, Jim, and Roger, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I have so many fond memories of him coaching me in softball. I coach now myself and find myself referring back to his teachings more than you will ever know. He was a wonderful man, and a true inspiration to me. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in his hand at this difficult time.
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Wards
Friday May 6, 2011 at
1:44 PM
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Our family had the luxury of having two generations coached by John. We are so glad we had the pleasure of him in our lives. Games will never be the same without him. We are very sorry for your family's, and the community's, loss. He was a great man. - Danny, Jennifer, Dalton and Lexi
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Ronda Wellman
Friday May 6, 2011 at
12:59 PM
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So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man. He always had a smile on his face and was always the same each and every time you saw him. He will desperately be missed. Love & Prayers to your family.
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Kirk Judd
Friday May 6, 2011 at
12:40 PM
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So sorry to hear. John was a good man and a good friend and neighbor.
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Larry Litz
Friday May 6, 2011 at
10:25 AM
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I ran a lot of miles with John up and down the highways.He was a good man.GOD speed Brother John!!!
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Staci Wren
Friday May 6, 2011 at
9:45 AM
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Thank you John for all that you did for me. You will never be forgotten. My love and prayers to the family. He was a wonderful man and I loved him dearly.
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Friday May 6, 2011 at
9:44 AM
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I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Roams passing. I met him a few years ago while my husband was president of Ceredo-Kenova Babe Ruth. He was eager to help in anyway. My husband to a weeks vacation two years ago to repair the lights at the C-K football/baseball field. Mr. Roams set there for several hours on two different evenings to turn the lights on and off when needed while he was working. I will never forget him saying to me "well, you can't leave the man here by himself working on all that electric and that high in the air, so I'm staying" bound and determined to help he did just that and was very much appreciated for doing so. I will never forget that kind smile and always joking about something. He would always kid my daughter and ask her who was the lucky guy in her life. He will be greatly missed.
Gerri & Calvin Prince and family
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Sharon Allen
Friday May 6, 2011 at
9:36 AM
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My heart goes out to the entire family. John was a wonderful man and role model to many. Take comfort in knowing that he was loved by so many.....
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alison
Friday May 6, 2011 at
9:21 AM
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John was an amazing coach, i had the pleasure of knowing him for just under 20years and no matter how long since we'd seen each other he always knew who i was and was always so friendly. he was my first softball coach as a child and luckily again as an adult. RIP John
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Robin Ball
Friday May 6, 2011 at
9:04 AM
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I am so sorry for your loss. I was deeply saddened Wednesday evening when I read from a friend that he had passed away. I always enjoyed being around your dad so much. He and my dad were such good friends from the ball field. I cannot remember a time when I was playing that he was not there. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Dennis Bills
Friday May 6, 2011 at
7:25 AM
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Words cannot express my feeling of loss for John. He was the most humble, generous, and unselfish man I know. John always gave me credit for helping him make his working career a success, but in reality it was John who worked so hard that he made his own career, and in the end it was he who helped me become a successful businessman.
Each month I would call him to have lunch at the Mini Lunch and give him the update on all his former employees and how business was going. He would never turn down a free lunch he always told me. I missed having lunch with him last month and was just thinking last week how I had better call him and then I got the news. I was shocked, not even knowing he was sick. Now I am kind of mad at myself because we didn't have that last lunch together. He will always have a close spot in my heart and will be thought of often. I will miss him.
Love to all your family.
Dennis
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Andrea (Martin) Woodard
Friday May 6, 2011 at
7:02 AM
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Just wanted to say im really sorry for your loss.your dad was a great guy.He was a very loving,happy guy and liked to pick. My heart goes out to all of you
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Mark Hall
Friday May 6, 2011 at
12:10 AM
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Mrs. Roam and family, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Roam was a friend to so many. His encouragement and kindness showed the fruits of the spirit that Jesus asked us to freely demonstrate. What an example for us to follow. Best Regards, Mark Hall
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mattie terry
Thursday May 5, 2011 at
6:41 PM
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This is a really sad day, and a great loss to all who knew him, may lord give your family courage and strength and keep you going through this tough time....THE TERRY'S...Larry, Mattie, John, Larry, Bobby
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