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1923
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2011
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Orville Painter Obituary
Buddy was born August 7, 1923 in the Hamburg area of Shenandoah County, VA, son of Clayton Arnold and Mae Irene Coffman Painter.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Phyllis Lorraine Huffman Painter and two children, Vickie P. Stickley and husband, Gary and Randall L. Painter and wife, Kimberly, all of Strasburg. Four grandchildren, Gregory "Scott" Orndorff and wife Donna of Toms Brook, Erica D. Painter, of Bay St. Louis, MS, Katherine (Katie) L. Painter of Stephens City, VA and Clayton N. Painter of Henrico, VA. He is also survived by a sister, Charlotte P. Poland, of Edinburg, VA and one niece, Sherry P. Strosnider of Winchester, VA and one nephew, Rick Poland of New Market, VA.
A 1940 graduate of Triplett High School in Mt. Jackson, he attended Shenandoah College & Conservatory of Music located in Dayton, VA. Buddy was a Navy veteran of World War II serving on the U.S.S. Osterhaus, a navy destroyer escort ship operating in the Pacific Ocean. He was a past member of the Strasburg Jaycees, past member of Shenandoah County Fair Association Board of Directors, past president of the Shenandoah County Auto Dealers Association, past member of the Community Advisory Board for Marathon Bank, now United Bank.
Buddy owned and conducted his own orchestra/band named "Buddy Painter and His Orchestra." He and his band members performed throughout the Shenandoah Valley and particularly at "The Spot", a nightclub located in the Mt. Jackson area during the late 40's and the early 50's. He had a true love for music and especially the Big Band sound of the era. He owned and operated Massanutten Motors Inc. as a Dodge and Plymouth dealer in Strasburg from 1955 until 1970. Massanutten Motors then continued as a used car dealership from 1971 until 1981 in Strasburg. The business was then moved to his residence located on Back Road. He also owned and operated Lee-Rae Farms, a beef cattle farm, until his death. He loved his cows and was an avid hunter and boater.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am on Monday, February 7th, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Strasburg with Sonya Williams Giersch, Associate in Ministry and Rev. William H. Hall, III officiating. Burial will follow immediately at the St. Stephens Lutheran Church Cemetery on Back Road.
Pallbearers will be Clayton Painter, Ron Roller, Billy Henry, Bill Craun, Sherwin Tharpe and Ralph Stickley.
The family will receive friends at Stover Funeral Home, Strasburg on Sunday, February 6th from 4 pm to 6 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church Building Fund, 193 W. Washington St., Strasburg, VA 22657.
Arrangements are being handled by Stover Funeral Home, Strasburg, VA.
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for Orville Painter
Libby & Keith Rocco
February 11, 2011
So sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. My dear mother, Christine Coffman Barrick, attended Shenandoah Conservatory with Buddy and shared his love of music. Our prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Dianne Labadie
February 11, 2011
Randy and family,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Prayers are with you all at this time.
Vivian Thomas
February 11, 2011
Phyllis, My thoughts and prayers are with you as I remember our "old" days of the 50's. Buddy was such a fun guy and you were blessed to have 60 years. He and Courtney can get together now and share a few stories.Please take care of yourself.
Mary Lee Blakely
February 8, 2011
Phyllis and family,so sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. I always loved his sense of humor and he never knew a stranger. May your many years of wonderful memories help heal the pain that you feel. God surround all of you with His love.
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paula sheetz
February 8, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tammi Lam
February 7, 2011
Randy,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grieving.
February 7, 2011
Phyllis and family, we will greatly miss Buddy at Greenfield ...he had such a love for music, and we so enjoyed hearing him sing! You all are in our prayers. Much love to you during this time, PG and Barbara Coverstone/Dynamic Life Ministries and Back Rd neighbors
February 7, 2011
Randy and Vickie,
I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing, but I know, Randy, that you had said several months ago when we talked that he was not good. No matter what was happening to him, I know it is most hard to let someone go whom you love so dearly. I was out of town all weekend and did not learn of his death until Sunday (2/6) around 5:00. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers all day and will continue to be as you go through the coming months. I always enjoyed talking to your dad, and your mom, through the early years of our friendships and school years when Buttons and I came to your home.
Rhonda Reger Miller
Doris Burhsnhire Athey
February 7, 2011
Phyllis and family: Sorry to hear of Buddy's passing, just remember all the good years you had together and you will be fine, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pechy
FRANK PAINTER
February 7, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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February 7, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
HL and Susan Fake
February 6, 2011
May you find peace in the wonderful memories of yesterday....you all are in
our thoughts and prayers.
HL, Susan Fake
Josh, Liz, Samantha, Kristopher, Harry
John and Charles
February 6, 2011
Painter Family: My deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr. Painter was one of United Bank's dearest customers, he will surely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Ward & Jay Hepner
Robert & Amanda Hoffman
February 6, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Rest in Peace Uncle Buddy untill we meet again.
Connie Barnes
February 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. It was a pleasure getting to know Mr.Painter and his family.You will be missed at Greenfield. Rest In Peace.
February 5, 2011
Vicky and Randy---we are sorry to learn of your Dad's passing and hope that all the years of good memories bring you comfort and peace.
Ernie and Emmy (Hollingsworth) Luther Fayetteville, AR
Sherwin Tharp
February 5, 2011
Sorry to loose such a dear friend. Buddy and my Dad were life long friends, but are now together again! God fill the empty places with His Love,to all Buddy,s family and friends.
Together again! Buddy's friend Edsel passed in 1993 now together
February 5, 2011
Janie Hoffman
February 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
February 5, 2011
Teresa Baker
February 5, 2011
Vicki and Randy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Buddy, he was a wonderful man and he will be missed by all of the people whos lives he touched.
Sheila Himelright
February 5, 2011
Vicky, Randy, and Family, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.
Karen WhiteStone
February 5, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Debbie & Frank Hershey
February 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy is extended to the family of a truly wonderful man. Buddy will truly be missed. I enjoyed my many conversations with him regarding old times as well as him trying to teach me about raising cows. He was always a good friend to my family as well. Farewell old friend.
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