Vinton resident knew Debbie Reynolds Gene Marrano December 30, 2016 1 minute read Debbie Reynolds The back-to-back deaths of two movie icons – of different generations but from the same family – has touched a Vinton resident who knew one of them well. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Hokies gear up for Belk Bowl todayNext: Gas price outlook for 2017 Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026
