Sidney Allen Combs

Sidney Allen Combs, 87, of Salem, following a brief illness, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Lewis Gales Medical Center. Mr. Combs was born in Lynchburg, VA, a son of the late Ellis and Kate Thomas Combs and had been a lifelong resident of Salem. He was a proud veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the Air Wing of the U.S. Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Ellis B. Jr. and Harvey, and a sister, Brenda OBeirne. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Lillie Gartman Combs; a brother, Richard Combs; sister, Jean Cochran, and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Thursday, July 18, 2019 at the Chapel of John M. Oakey & Son, Salem. Pastor Ben Lockhart will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends beginning one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. An online guest book is available for family and friends by visiting www.johnmoakey.com. Service Details. Visitation When Thursday, July 18th, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am Location John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153 Service When Thursday, July 18th, 2019 11:00am Location John M. Oakey & Son Chapel Address 305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153 Interment When Thursday, July 18th, 2019 11:00am Location Sherwood Memorial Park Address 1250 East Main Street Salem, Virginia 24153