James Michael (Mike) Bandy Obituary

James Michael (Mike) Bandy attended William Byrd High School in Vinton, VA. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about James Michael (mike) Bandy.

Graduation Year	Class of 1974
Date of Passing	Mar 03, 2020
About	James Michael (Mike) Bandy, 63, of Fincastle, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Mike was a Manager with The Kroger Co., retiring after 45 years of service in the Roanoke Valley. He then went to work with Botetourt County Schools as a Bus Driver. He had a real passion for riding his Harley and was a past Director of The Roanoke Valley Harley Owners Group. Mike was a member of Catawba Masonic Lodge #342 A.F. & A.M., having also served as a Past Master. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Bandy. Mike is survived by his wife of 44 years, Donna; his son, Jason Bandy; his mother and step-father, Louise and R.C. Wagner; one brother, Jeff Bandy; and several step siblings; his sister-in-law, Shirleen and a niece, Casey; a dear special family friend, George Anderson and many other loving relatives and friends. A graveside funeral service will be conducted at 11 am on Saturday, March 7, 2020 in Franklin Memorial Park with Dr. Rob Colwell officiating and followed by Masonic Rites. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the New Freedom Farm in Buchanan. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 6, from 5 to 8 pm at Oakey’s Roanoke Chapel (540-982-2100). Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.oakeys.com.