Luther James "Pooch" Garst, Jr.

Luther Pooch, Jr James Garst, Jr. 88, of Roanoke County, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Luther James Garst, Sr. and Annie Wyatte Staples Garst; siblings, Jack, Gladys Tug, Aliene; Daughter, Jennifer; son, Chip; son-in-law, Michael. Luther was a Master Electrician and was one of the founding members of The Roanoke Valley Racking Horse Foundation. He was a friend to everyone he met and created many great friendships. Those left on earth to cherish his memory include his wife of 35 years, Martha Anderson Garst; children, Tony, Cathy, Brian (Mechelle), Todd (Julie), Roxanne, Connie; grandchildren, Jeannie, Corey, Jamey, Lauren, Michael, Anthony, Mitch, Sarah, Heather, Whitney; great-grandchildren, Brittany, Luther, Cameron, Jennifer, Bradin, Spencer, Archie, Kenzie, Jackson, Logan, Lily, Annalia, Xavier, Isadora, Azariah, Natalie, Ella; great-great-grandchildren, Thomas and Nala. The family would like to thank the nursing staff at Amedisys for the exceptional care given when it was needed most. A special thank you to private CNA, Linda Martin for going that extra mile. The family will receive friends in the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. The Funeral service will immediately follow the visitation. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.johnmoakey.com Service Details. Visitation When Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location John M. Oakey & Son Chapel Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153 Service When Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 2:00pm Location John M. Oakey & Son Chapel Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153 Interment When Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 Location Peters Creek Cemetery Address 5333 Cove Road Roanoke, Virginia 24019