Dobbins, Roger Lee

Roger Lee Dobbins, 67, of Radford, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2012. He was born in Radford on July 7, 1944. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Pauline Alderman Dobbins; his mother, Christine Dobbins; and his grandmother, Lucy (Nanie) Burton. 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.