Homer Colen Combs age 85 of Galax, Va. passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at Twin County Regional Hospital. Mr. Combs was born on March 15, 1923 in Grayson County, Va. to Nathan & Berta Kegley Combs. He is survived by his wife Marie Smith Combs of Galax, Va.; daughter & son-in-law Sharlyn & Gary Lowe of Woodlawn, Va.; grandchildren & spouses Scott & Tyanne Lowe, Shannon & Lisa Lowe; great-grandchildren Jessica Lowe, Tanner Lowe, Raelyn Lowe, Kylene Lowe; sister & brother-in-law Blanche & Dean Hackler of Galax, Va.; brother & sister-in-law Bowie & Doris Combs of Galax, Va.; several nieces & nephews. The funeral service will be held Friday, July 4, 2008 at 7:00 pm at Hillcrest Baptist Church with Rev. James Cowley and Elder Pete Killon officiating. A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 11:00 am at Monta Vista Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening from six until seven at Hillcrest Baptist Church.