BORN

1927

DIED

2017

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John Walker Duval Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 30, 2017.

John Walker "Buck" Duval, 89, of Forest, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017 at his residence. He was the loving husband of the late Evelyn "Boots" Duval for 58 years.

Born on October 10, 1927 in Forest, he was the son of the late William B. Duval, Sr. and the late Mabel Sibert Duval. Buck was the co-owner of Duval Auto Parts and was a lifetime member of the Forest Volunteer Fire Department, in which he helped established. He was a Mason, member of the Moose Lodge #1727, and member of the Southern Vintage Modified Racing Association. He was a very devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his brother, William B. Duval, Jr.

Left to cherish his memories are his six daughters, Gwen Witt and husband Jimmy of Lynch Station, Dorothy Garrett of Forest, Brenda Elliott and husband Bob of Gladys, Sandy Duval of Forest, Mary Abbott and husband Steve of Forest, and Margie Witt and husband Cotton of Bedford; fifteen grandchildren, Jamie Nelson and husband Brett, Courtney Witt, Melissa Kessler, Jennifer Garrett, Tonya Fortune and husband Trip, Alison Abbott (Jose), Sarah Abbott, Robert Elliott, Tricia Elliott, Roger Evans and wife Mindy, Zachery Evans and wife Audrey, John Abbott, Kristen Smith, Mattie Witt, and Colton Witt; ten great grandchildren, Tori Kessler, Rachel Kessler, Summer Fortune, Skylar Fortune, Ava Colombari-Abbott, Eli Nelson, Kole Evans, Briar Evans, Lacy Evans, Sadie Newcomb; sisters, Sis Phillips and Patsy Tyree; sister-in-law, Gertrude Duval; and numerous other family members and close friends.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm on Monday, October 2, 2017 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel and at other times at the residence.

A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with Pastor J. Mike Dodson officiating. Interment will follow at Virginia Memorial Park.

For those wishing to make memorial contributions, the family would like you to consider the Forest Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 140, Forest, VA 24551 or the American Heart Association.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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October 3, 2017

Dorothy, Mary and families.
I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
Know that I'm thinking of you all.
Tina Andrews

October 3, 2017

Dorothy, Mary and families.
I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
Know that I'm thinking of you all.
Tina Andrews

October 3, 2017

Clyde Mangum

Buck Duval was very Special to Clyde and Bill Mangum, through Bucks racing we got to be close competitors as well as close friends, Rest in Peace friend, we are not to far behind the finish line, Prayers for your family

October 3, 2017

Mr@Mrs Clarence Johnson

So sorry for the lost of "Buck" he is in a better place now on top the mountain and the "Lord" said welcome home my child with open arm's

October 3, 2017

Carolyn Hopper

I am so sorry to hear of this loss for your family. I know he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

October 2, 2017

Rick White

I'm so sorry to hear of Buck passing, although I didn't know him personally I always enjoyed seeing him walking to his shop and the Friday gatherings, he made Forest a better place!

October 2, 2017

Terry Zatrepalek

Buck Duval was well thought of by my grandmother, Eva (Tate) Campbell, my parents, Gene and Jackie Campbell, and Uncle and Aunt, Jack and Phyllis Campbell. I remember seeing both Mr. and Mrs. Duval on Christmas nights at Tate's house. We had a good time listening to stories about the old store and dance hall. You are all in my prayers. Terry Campbell Zatrepalek

October 1, 2017

Laura Bailey

Dear Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I grew up knowing both your mom and dad and hearing the stories told by my parents (Margaret and Will Knight) about the good old days. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura Knight Bailey
Duncan, SC

October 1, 2017

Larry Willkerson

Condolences on this great loss to the community and family.

October 1, 2017

Ronnie Wilson

Sorry to hear this, my dad worked for him many years ago when I was small.
He will be missed

October 1, 2017

donna elder

We are thinking of all of you. Praying for healing. -Love David & Donna Elder

October 1, 2017

Joy Evans Limmer

Sandy, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Know that you and your family are in my prayers.

October 1, 2017

Carolyn Crist

My heart and prayers are with you. I know your dad had 6 wonderful daughters who loved him so much and he returned that love. He was a great dad and friend to all of you. You made him proud and most of all loved.

October 1, 2017

Hayward Wray

So sorry to hear this. I first met Buck and Bill back in 1972. Both were such great people, doing what they could for the people in their community. As a Trooper, I would see them at wrecker calls, fire calls and at their garage. Always the same, GREAT !!

September 30, 2017

So sorry to hear of his passing. My family knew him well. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

~Carlton Fears family~

September 30, 2017

Lois Griffin

Very very sorry for your loss.

September 30, 2017

Shelia Walker

Dr. Elliott, Brenda So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Shelia Walker, James Bane

September 30, 2017

Shelia Walker

So sorry for your loss you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Shelia Walker, James Bane

September 30, 2017

Darlene Kidd

So sorry to hear of your dads passing. Thoughts and prayers for everyone.

September 30, 2017

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

September 30, 2017

So sorry for your loss- keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Susan Ramsey Newton

September 30, 2017

nancy may

Brenda, Bob, and family, I am so sorry to hear this. I know that you all will miss him greatly. I will keep you in my prayers. Love, Nancy May

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