CommUNITY pastor steps away – almost 40 years after serious head injury Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read Thomas McCracken Facebook photo An accident that happened in 1988 on board a Coast Guard cutter has led to the painful decision from a local, prominent pastor to step away from the church he helped found two decades ago. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Carilion still fundraising to build expanded cancer center in RoanokeNext: “Munters 2” breaks ground in Botetourt Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs reveal new logos, uniforms for their 10th season Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read “Munters 2” breaks ground in Botetourt Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read Carilion still fundraising to build expanded cancer center in Roanoke Ian Price July 9, 2025