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 New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026 Plays, plays everywhere … and a closing night artist reception and lecture at Hollins Gene Marrano July 22, 2026
