Obituary of Lois Kathleen Greer

Lois Kathleen Greer, 83, of Roanoke, VA, was carried by angels to her heavenly home on Saturday, October 10, 2020 while resting peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. 

Lois was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver H. and Sarah B. Poff; sister, Earlene Wilhelm;, brothers, Neil Poff, Tommy Poff and Wayne Poff. 

She is survived by her loving husband Bill Greer, whom she was married to for 63 years.  Also cherishing her memory are her children, Tonia Hackett and Jeff Greer, sister Carol Laprad and brothers Earl Poff, Charles Poff (Peggy) and Harry Poff.  Grandchildren include Chelsae Barrett (Jakob), Hillary Greer and Seth Greer; and her one and only great-grandson, Wesley Barrett.  Lois is survived by many other nieces and nephews, extended family members, numerous close friends and faithful canine companion Maggie.

 Lois attended Garden City Baptist Church where she was a member for many years. 

Lois was a devoted Christian, wife, mother, sister, mawmaw, great-grandmother and friend to many. She loved to cook, especially bake. Lois enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren on summer vacations to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. She never shied away from spending time with her Lord and Savior, whether it be at home or at church in her Sunday school class, living out her faith daily for others to see. Lois loved her family immensely and never missed the opportunity to show it through both words and actions. Lois lived an abundant life whose loss is deeply felt by many. 

A celebration of Lois’s life will be held at noon Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at Simpson Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.

The family would like to thank the wonderful Amedisis Hospice staff, caregivers Anesa Vugdalić, Darlene and Chuck Rickman for their dedication, compassion and kindness.

Online condolences may be sent to www.simpsonfuneral.com

Simpson Funeral Home is serving the family.