Peacemakers founder reveals his felony past Gene Marrano August 7, 2017 1 minute read The founder of The Peacemakers citizens group that patrols northwest Roanoke says resentment perhaps of his recent public profile has led to criticism – but he’s using that occasion to come clean as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports Share: Post navigation Previous: Science Museum will re-do butterfly gardenNext: Happy Healthy Cooks seeks volunteers Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026