Morrish Eldon Agee

Morrish Eldon Agee, 76, of Salem, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 3, 2013. He was born in Floyd County, a son of the late Woodrow Wilson Agee and Lola Goad Agee. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Sylvia Kimble Agee; a son Mark Agee and his wife Libby; daughter Leigh Ann Agee Mitchell and her husband Mike; granddaughters, Leslie and Mary Agee, and a brother, Vernon Agee. Morrish grew up in Meadows of Dan, VA and had been a Salem area resident since 1961. He retired from Rowe Furniture following 38 years of service and was also a locksmith by trade, which he continued to do well into retirement. He was an antique car enthusiast and a life long follower of Wood Brothers Racing, based in Stuart, VA. A great lover of music, particularly old-time, he played the guitar and harmonica in several groups throughout his lifetime. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7PM, Thursday, March 7, 2013 at the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem, with services beginning at 7PM. The Rev. Junior Westmoreland will officiate. A graveside service will be held at 1PM, Friday, March 8, 2013 at the Meadows of Dan Baptist Church Cemetery, 2511 Jeb Stuart Hwy. Meadows of Dan, VA. An online guest book is available for family and friends by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.