James Curtis DeLung's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Salem, Virginia

James Curtis DeLung

February 5, 1933 - July 23, 2025 (92 years old)

Salem, Virginia

James Curtis DeLung's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Salem, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory

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James Curtis DeLung

February 5, 1933 - July 23, 2025 (92 years old)

Salem, Virginia

James Curtis DeLung Obituary

We bid farewell to James Curtis DeLung of Salem, Virginia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 23, 2025 at the age of 92. James Curtis touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Georgia Jones Dobbins; his stepfather James W. Dobbins; and his sisters, Martha Strawn, Edna Morse, Molly Hite and Elizabeth Bryson.

He is survived by: his wife Marlene Burton DeLung; his son Dwayne DeLung; his grandsons, Zachariah DeLung (Jessica) and Halen Journell (Sarah); his great grandchild Elizabeth Rayne DeLung; and his brother Don Dobbins (Margarette). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Central United Methodist Church (428 S College Ave, Salem, VA 24153). A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM at the Hill Cemetery (730 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153).

While flowers are welcome, memorial donations to honor Jimmy may also be made to Central United Methodist Church, Salem, Va.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory



Mon

July 28

Visitation

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Central United Methodist Church
428 S College Ave, Salem, VA 24153

Mon

July 28

Funeral service

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Central United Methodist Church
428 S College Ave, Salem, VA 24153

Mon

July 28

Burial

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Hill Cemetery
730 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153

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