Dalton, Leslie Alvin

Leslie Alvin Dalton, 84, of Riner, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2016 due to a tractor accident. He never met a stranger and was always ready to help anyone.

He was an avid horseman and was retired from Roanoke Electric after 36 years of service. He was a veteran of the Korean conflict. He will be sadly missed by family and many friends.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Irene Shelton Dalton; daughter & son-in-law, Kathy & Dwight Simpkins.; granddaughter, Kaylee Simpkins, who was Papa’s pride and joy; special niece, Barbara Quesenberry.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at Maberry Funeral Home with Rev. Justin Quesenberry officiating with Military Rites by Floyd V.F.W. Post #7854 and American Legion Post # 127. Interment will follow in the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery.

Family will receive friends 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at Maberry Funeral Home.