1917
2013
John Pratt Cardwell, 95, of the Preston Community in Martinsville, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at his home. He was born in Rockingham County, North Carolina to Thomas E. and Mollie Pratt Cardwell, and lived most of his life in Martinsville, Virginia.
Mr. Cardwell was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eva Rorrer Cardwell in 2006. They had been married 59 years. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Christian Church for many years, a veteran of the U. S. Army during WWII, and a lifetime member of the VFW where he once served as Commander and Quartermaster.
He is survived by two sons, John D. Cardwell and wife, Arlene, of Danville, Virginia and Steven D. Cardwell and wife, Betsy, of Rocky Gap, Virginia; a grandson, Steven Scott Cardwell and wife, Dara, and their daughter, Evelyn Eva Cardwell, of Pulaski, Virginia; two granddaughters, Lindsey E. Cardwell, of Rocky Mount, Virginia and Belinda Rumley of Collinsville, Virginia and her children, David, Mercedes, Robbie, and Tamara. He is also survived by two sisters, Molly C. Wilkins of Murphy, Texas and Becky C. Moore of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 2:00 PM at McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville with Tim Mills officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Glenn's Chapel Church Cemetery at 752 Glenn's Chapel Church Road, Stoneville, North Carolina. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations may be made to Pleasant Grove Christian Church, 5232 Preston Road, Martinsville, VA 24112.
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January 7, 2013
Lisa Thompon
Daniel and Steve and families,
We were very sorry to hear about Uncle John. He will be missed so much. He touched so many lives with his kindness and clever, quick wit! He was so happy to have had the chance to meet his new great granddaughter and told us about it in his Christmas card. I know my mother Becky will miss her phone calls with the big brother that always spoiled her and made sure she took care of herself.
Our love,
Lisa, Mike, Alysha and David Thompson
January 7, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family...R.L. Boone
January 7, 2013
Elizabeth Kendrick
Thoughts are with you and your family Steve.
January 6, 2013
Becky Moore
Sending love and sympathy to two special nephews, I will miss your Dad's caring ways and talking often with him.
Love, Aunt "Becky"
January 6, 2013
Jason & Valerie Laney
Steve, we are so sorry for your loss,our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.The Laney Family
January 6, 2013
Donald St.Clair
Steve,May God Bless you and your Family and the loss of your Father.
January 6, 2013
Marty Pires
Steve and family, We hope that all the good memories of a long life help comfort you through this sad time, and that those memories will carry on your fathers spirit on this earth to all your family. Marty & Nancy
January 6, 2013
Brian Riffe
To the Cardwell Family; My family and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. The Riffe family. (Bland VA)
January 5, 2013
Daniel Wilkins
Daniel and Steve,
We were saddened to hear of the loss of your father. John was truly a special brother to our Mother.
It is wonderful he had a long and productive life. He was such a hard worker and was always so fun to be with during our summer vacations.
Please know our family will be here for you so please let us know of anything that we can do. Our thoughts and prays are with you during this time.
Love always,
The Wilkins Family
Mollie, Daniel, and James
January 5, 2013
Everett Frost
Steve,I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your Father, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, Please let me know.
January 5, 2013
Harry Brown
In this time of loss we will support you, and may your father's memory ease the sorrow.
January 5, 2013
Donald K Scott
Steve I am so sorry about your loss my prayers are with you.
January 5, 2013
Steve, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Please share my condolences with your family. I will include all of you in my prayers.
Margaret Bowles
January 4, 2013
Sherri Carico
Cardwell, I am very sorry about your fathers passing..My prayers are with you and your family at this time,
January 4, 2013
Greg Davis
Condolences to you and your family in this time of need,you and your family are in our prayers and thoughts. God Bless.
January 4, 2013
Thomas Warden
cardwell sorry for your loss me and my family will have you all in our prayers Thomas Warden
January 4, 2013
Michael Cline
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 4, 2013
Jeremiah Hickman
Sorry for your loss your in our prayers.
January 4, 2013
S.T. Fulcher
Mr. Cardwell was one of those people that I will never forget. He was "old school" all the way. I last talked to him at the Memorial Day Service at Roselawn in 2011. I will always remember his smile and pleasant demeanor. John and Steve my sincere, heartfelt sympathy to both of you. I hope to see you Sunday John.
January 4, 2013
James Haga
Steve, you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts during the loss of your father. I know it's hard on you and your family. I'll be praying that God comfort's you and your family and gives you a peace that only He can. If I can help with anything, just ask.
January 4, 2013
Brian Riffe
Condolences to you and your family in this time of need.
Brian and family
January 4, 2013
I hope that your grief will lessen with time. Your loss is profound but remember that the Bible tells us that to be absent from this body is to instantly with our Father in heaven. God Bless your family in this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Kathy Bell Bland CC
January 4, 2013
Doug Farlow
Steve,you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during the loss of your Father.
January 4, 2013
Rick Rogers
Keeping you & your family in our prayers.
Rick Rogers & Family
January 4, 2013
Lisa Tyree
January 4, 2013
Brian Riffe
Condolences and heartfelt sympathy to you and yours.
Brian and family
January 4, 2013
Dwayne Wright
Our condolences, prayers and thoughts to you for your loss Steve.
Love,
Lisa & Dwayne
January 4, 2013
Nena Adams
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
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