William Melvin Roark Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-05-18T20:00:00
End: 2024-05-18T21:00:00
Location: Farris Funeral Service – Main Street Chapel

The world bids farewell to William Melvin Roark of Abingdon, Virginia, departing on May 14, 2024 at the age of 85. William Melvin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Melvin Roark to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Roark and Sallie Mae Henry Roark; and his siblings, Joann Torbett, Jean Clark, Earl Roark and Marvin Roark.

He is survived by: his wife Diane Williams; his sons, Ernie Roark (Lois) and Douglas Roark (Sabrina Andrus); his grandsons, William Roark and John Burton Roark; and his niece Glenda Richardson.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Washington County Animal Shelter in Bill's memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Farris Funeral Service

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Farris Funeral Service – Main Street Chapel
427 E Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210

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May 18

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Farris Funeral Service – Main Street Chapel
427 E Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210

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