Delton Emmett Stowe

Delton Emmett Stowe, 95, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 13, 2017 at Roman Eagle Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Danville, VA. He was born on January 30, 1921, in Dry Fork, VA, a son to the late John B. Stowe and Hattie P. Stowe. Mr. Stowe joined the United States Army and served his country for three and a half years as a Mess Sergeant. He fought in the European Campaign and participated in the D-Day Invasion. His division was one of the first to land on Omaha Beach. He loved displaying his patriotism by wearing his military hats. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 647. Delton worked as a pipefitter well into his early eighties. He was not afraid of hard work and long hours. He was president of his company, Stowe’s Fire Protection. His main love was for his family. Delton was able to grow anything in any type of soil. He was known for having a soft spot in his heart for children and animals. Most of all he had a strong faith in God and was a member of Third Avenue Christian Congregational Church. On November 19, 1949, he married the love of his life Jean M. Stowe who survives. In addition to his wife he is survived by one son, Michael Stowe (Pat) of Danville, and one daughter, Sarracia Dalton (Ronald) of Ringgold. He has three grandsons, Justin Stowe (Jamie) of Lynchburg, Patrick Stowe (Morgan) of Danville, and Daniel Dalton (Beth) of Greensboro; and one granddaughter, Mary Elizabeth Dalton, of Ringgold. Five great-grandchildren, Zach Stowe, Maegan Stowe, Connor Stowe, Spencer Stowe, and Kaylee Dalton and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Delton was predeceased by a grandson, Matthew Stowe; one sister, Bernice Allen; and six brothers, Earl, Shirley, Wade, Clyde, Julian, and Johnny Stowe. Funeral Services for Mr. Stowe will be conducted on Tuesday, January 17, 2017, at 2:00 PM from the Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel with the Reverend Michael Wiles officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Burial Park with military honors conducted by the United States Army. The family will receive friends on Monday night from 6:30-7:30 PM at the funeral home. The family would like to express their appreciation to the South Wing nurses, C.N.A.’s, and other staff members at Roman Eagle Health and Rehab and to Mrs. Stacy McLaughlin who was his personal caregiver for over nine years. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Delton will be missed by his family, friends, and caretakers. He always had a song in his heart, had a grin on his face, and a twinkle in his eye. Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel is respectfully serving the Stowe family.

Delton Emmett Stowe

January 30, 1921 - January 13, 2017