J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Almarode, Garland "Rod", Sr.

Tuesday, October 07, 2008

Garland Travis “Rod” Almarode, Sr., 67 of Hopewell died Tuesday, October 7, 2008 in John Randolph Medical Center. He was born in Hopewell and had been a life long resident. Mr. Almarode was a retired pipefitter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oma F. and Susie Walker Almarode and a son, Terry Wade Almarode. Mr. Almarode is survived by his wife, Cornelia Smith Almarode of Hopewell, two daughters, Tamera Lyn Higgins of Chesterfield, Melissa Anne Tipton of Hopewell, two sons, Garland Travis Almarode, Jr. of Hopewell, Timothy Wayne Almarode of Deep Run, NC, four grandchildren, Dylan, Joey, Jason, and Janie, two brothers, Oma Earl Almarode of Hopewell, Larry Julius Almarode of Prince George, two sisters, Patricia Ann Mitchem and Doris McGee, both of Hopewell. The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 8, 2008 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A graveside service will be held Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM in Appomattox Cemetery. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

My brothers and I grew up with Mr. Almarode's kids. I wasn't around him very much, but I do remember that he used to invite us to his house to watch basketball with him and his sons. We were so glad to have the Almarode family in our neighborhood. Our condolences go out to Mrs. Almarode and her family.

Terry, Lawrence, and Doug Mitchell, and our mother Susie.

Posted by: The Mitchell Family at October 14, 2008 08:49 AM

Tammy,
I was so saddened to just hear of the loss of your father. Matt and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts. Losing a parent is difficult and though it may not seem like it now, each day will help you to grow stronger while you remember him and all the happy times shared.
Thinking of you
Judy McCartney

Posted by: Judy at October 9, 2008 09:36 AM