VIA, Joyce Marie, 76 of Christiansburg, died, Tuesday, January 20, 2009. The daughter to the late John Bentley and Kathleen Wilson Myers, she was also preceded in death by her ex-husband and friend, Jack E. Via; and a son, Mark Jackson Via.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, John E. and Barbara Via, James R. and Beth Via; two grandchildren, Jack A. Via and William A. Via; brother and sister-in-law, John B.“Tommy” and Annie Myers; cousin and his spouse, Ralph and Nancy Reed, all of Christiansburg; a companion; Richard A. Miller, Fort Myers, FL. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Blue Ridge of Virginia Chapter, 2728 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA 24015. A private family graveside service will be held.