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Memories of Edwine “Ed” Cofflin 9/11/45 8/4/15 As the smoke swirls around my head, from the cigar that h a n g s d o w n from his mouth, I watch closely as he ties my shoes, a routine for us every morning, before our day. The gentle and quiet man, of few words, made quite an impression on me and my brother. His presence in our lives made us feel secure, comforted and safe. My memories of him as a loyal and good man, that with a gentle way about him, let us know his love, even if the words weren’t easy to say. GOD’s love with you, Father of mine. I will see you again.
William Crawford Evans, Jr.
William Crawford Evans, Jr., 83, p a s s e d away on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 in Danville, VA. He was born on April 27, 1932 in Danville, the son of the late William Crawford Evans, Sr. and Ocie Harrison Evans. He was retired from Danville Regional Medical Center, where he worked in the maintenance department. He is survived by a granddaughter, Racheal Elizabeth Davis and a greatgranddaughter, Autumn Nicole Guill. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM, on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at Danville Memorial Gardens with the Reverend John Lester, Jr. officiating.
Earl Samuel “Sam” Elliott
Earl Samuel Elliott (Sam), age 85, previously of Abingdon Place, Danville, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. Sam was born on September 21, 1929 in Danville, a son of the late Earl Aron Elliott and Consuella Sue Arnn
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Elliott. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his stepmother, Evelyn Marshall, sisters, Linda Gray Elliott and Arlene Elliott Brown. Sam was also predeceased by his first wife, Ola Newman and his second wife, Doris Mustain, and his son, Marvin Aron. Sam is survived by his daughters, Ellen Clare Elliott and Patty Cook Myles. His surviving grandchildren and great-grandchildren are Caleb Myles (Natalia Picou), Asher Paige Myles Hale (Nathan), Tara Elliott Hilleary (John), Amber Elliott; Nathaniel Hale, Madeleine Myles, Dakota Hilleary and Landon Elliott. Sam is also survived by siblings, Reverend Dr. Ralph Elliott (Virginia), Frank Elliott (Jean), and Connie Elliott Dalton (Michael), and numerous nieces and nephews. Sam was a devout Christian man who loved his family and his church. He was a member of Keen Street Baptist Church for many years, and more recently, Rivermont Baptist Church. He served as deacon and choir member for years. He enjoyed baseball (Braves) and football (Redskins). Sam served in the United States Army in the Korean War Era and was employed by J. W. Wyatt and Company, Corning and DUC. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. from Townes Memorial Chapel with the Reverend Susan Elliott Kimball officiating. Military honors will be presented by the American Legion Dan River Post #1097 and the Virginia Army National Guard Honor Guard. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends at Townes Funeral Home and Crematory on Saturday, August 15, 2015 from 10 to 11 A.M.
Roslyn Elizabeth Wyatt Reaves
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Elizabeth Wyatt Reaves, age 94 of Danville, Virginia died early Sunday morning, August 16, 2015 at Roman Eagle Nursing Home where she had been a resident for several years. She was born September 18, 1920 near Callands, Virginia; the daughter of the late Abbie Austin and Walter Ennis Wyatt. She is survived by her son; Walter E. Reaves of Danville, a brother; W.E. Wyatt Jr. of Danville, and a sister; Carol Wyatt Ayers of Palm Coast, Florida. Mrs. Reaves was predeceased by her husband; Kester V. Reaves, and her sisters; Margaret (Suzy) Wyatt Turner, and Doris Wyatt Alden.
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Roslyn was a 1939 graduate of George Washington High School and worked as an administrative assistant at Westbrook Elevator Company until her retirement in 1985. During her career, she was very active in the Business and Professional Women’s Organization. She was a long time member of Rivermont Baptist Church where she served as Treasurer, sang in the choir, and taught Sunday School for many years. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at Mountain View Cemetery officiated by Reverend Wayne Johnson; past minister of Rivermont Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Danville Life Saving Crew 202 Christopher Lane, Danville VA 24541; or Rivermont Baptist Church,122 Sunset Place, Danville VA 24540. Townes Funeral Home and Crematory, 215 West Main Street is serving the Reaves family.
Edgar Wayne Barton
Edgar Wayne Barton, 72, of 1505 Westover Drive died Monday, August 10, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. He was born M a r c h 29, 1943 in Pittsylvania County to the late Myrtle Jordan Barton and Edgar M. Barton. Mr. Barton attended North Main Church of Christ. He retired from Goodyear and later drove part-time for Commonwealth Home Health Care. Mr. Barton is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Virginia Doss Barton of the residence; his devoted son, Jeffrey W. Barton of the residence; one sister, Vickie B. Farley (Gene) of Rural Hall, NC; two brothers, Ronald Barton (Bridgette) of Rural Hall, NC, and Raymond Barton (Sandra) of Kernersville, NC; and one very special friend, Bill Darnell (Melissa). In addition to his parents, Mr. Barton was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Amy E. Barton and two brothers, Stanley M. Barton and Kenneth D. Barton. A memorial service will be held Monday, August 17, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Norris Funeral Services, West End Chapel officiated by Pastor Hershell Stone. The family will receive friends Monday, August 17, 2015 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM and other times at the residence, 1505 Westover Drive, Danville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Danville Lifesaving Crew – 202 Christopher Lane, Danville, VA 24541. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave. Danville is serving the Barton family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.
Lois Foster
Lois Foster, 72, entered into heaven with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 after battling cancer for the last year and a half. She lived her life for the past 23 years in Danville, Va. She retired from Danville Regional Medical Center, worked part-time at Dominion Primary Care and Wal-Mart before fully retiring in 2006. She was a loving mother, grand-mother, and caregiver to many. She was preceded in death by her husband Buddy Joe Foster, her mother Gussie White, father Augustus Washington White, and one sister, Brenda Carol Price. She is survived by three daughters, Barbara Talley and husband Chuck of Ruther Glen Va., Sherry Roberts of the home, and Mechelle Easter and husband William of Elon, NC; and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services, Mt. Hermon Chapel with Pastor Hershel Stone officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., Friday, August 14, 2015 at Norris Funeral Chapel, Mt. Hermon Chapel, and at other times at the residence of her daughter, Sherry Roberts, 1860 Mt. Cross Rd. Danville, Va. The family respectfully request that memorial donations be made to the Danville Cancer Association, 223 Riverview Dr. Ste J., Danville, Va. 24541, www. danvillevacancer.org Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, Danville is serving the Foster family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral. com.
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Pearman, 73, of 161 Sugartree Lane, Cascade died Thursday, August 13, 2015 at her residence. She was born September 4, 1941 in Manassas, VA to the late Melvarine Mauck and Howard Comfort.She attended Hillcrest Baptist Church and loved sewing as well as relaxing at the river. Mrs. Pearman also loved to cook, fish, and be with her grandchildren and loved having her family together. Mrs. Pearman is survived by her husband of 48 years, Roger Pearman of the residence; one daughter, Sheri L. Ryan of Bristow, Va.; three sons, Wilson “Buddy” Collier of Greensboro, NC, Brian Collier of Covington, Ga.; and Roger Pearman,
Jr. (Lisa) of Cascade, Va.; one brother, Douglas Comfort (Cheryl) of Manassas, Va.; five grandchildren, Vicky Davis, Bobby Collier, Valerie Rapoli, David Collier, and Brianna Pearman; and her favorite aunt, Lois Nolan of Blakely, Ga. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, August 16, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services, West End Chapel, with Rev. Bob Yeaman officiating. The family will receive friends from 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Norris Funeral Services, West End Chapel and other times at the residence, 161 Sugartree Lane, Cascade, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Commonwealth Hospice, 159 Executive Drive, Suite H.; and the Danville Cancer Association, 223 Riverview Drive, Suite J. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave. Danville is serving the Pearman family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.
Connie Marie Walden
Connie Marie Walden, 58, of 173 L o n g Circle, Danville, VA, died Monday, August 10, 2015 at Moses Cone Select Specialty Hospital after a decline in her health for one year. Born October 11, 1956 in Camp Lejeune, NC, she was the daughter of the late Homer Patrick Walden and Barbara Jean Wilson Walden. She lived in Chicago, IL, before moving to Danville, VA in 1994. She attended Central Boulevard Church of God and enjoyed caring for her grandchildren and cooking. She worked for American National University in the Student Services Department. Survivors include a son, Damien Diazdeleon, and his wife Jinny, of the residence; three grandchildren, Gabriel, Isabelle, and Clara Diazdeleon, of the residence; a sister, Florence Freeze, and her husband Thomas, of Axton, VA; a brother, Matthew Mark Walden, Axton, VA; a nephew, David Wayne Hensley, Axton, VA; a niece, Ashley Lynn Hensley, Axton, VA; two great nephews, Marcus Hensley and Merick Hensley; a great niece, Morgan Hensley; and a host of family and friends. She was predeceased by a brother, Michael Phillip Walden. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the Central Boulevard Church of God with the Reverend John Meadows officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening at the church from 6:00 until 7:00 PM and at other times at the residence. Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel is serving the Walden family.
Harold Maxie Gauldin, Sr.
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Gauldin, Sr., 73, of 356 Wallace Way, passed a w a y p e a c e fully in his sleep on Monday, August 17, 2015 at his residence. Mr. Gauldin was born in
Danville, VA on October 23, 1941 a son of the late Flunnie and Annie Payne Gauldin. Mr. Gauldin worked as a truck driver for Bennett Trucking and was a member of Schoolfield Pentecostal Holiness Church, where he was involved in the Men’s Ministry. He also enjoyed flying remote control air planes. On August 15, 2003, he married, Susan Paul Gauldin, who survives of the residence. Other survivors include two sons, Harold “Mike” Gauldin, Jr., and wife Donna; Daryl Ray Gauldin; a step-son, Hugh “Gordon” Richardson, III, and wife, Amanda; two sisters, Patsy G. Strader; Joan M. Gauldin; a granddaughter, Megan Nicole Gauldin; his mother and father-inlaw, Pat and Roy Paul. He was predeceased by a brother, Jimmy Ray Gauldin. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 4:00 PM at Schoolfield Pentecostal Holiness Church conducted by the Rev. Michael Presley. The family will receive friends on Thursday one hour prior to the service and at the residence at other times. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to the Schoolfield Pentecostal Holiness Church Parking Lot fund. Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel is serving the Gauldin family.
Michael Anthony Motley, Sr.
Michael Anthony Motley, Sr., 31, formerly of 325 Wendell Scott Dr., Danville, VA, died, Saturday, August 8, 2015 in Waverly, VA. Born September 16, 1983 in Danville, VA, he was the son of Michael Wayne Motley and LaRita Jeffries Howard (Michael) who survives. In addition to his parent both of Danville, VA, survivors include one daughter, Kylah Jones of Danville, VA; two sons, Casey Massey of Danville, VA and Jeremiah Watkins of Yanceyville, VA; one sister, Brandi Motley of Danville, VA; one brother, Rodney Harris of Danville, VA and a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by one son, Michael A. Motley, Sr. The family will receive friends at the residence of his mother, LaRita Howard (Michael) at 508 Haynesworth Dr., Danville, VA. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, August 14, 2015 at 11 AM from Macedonia A.M.E. Church with Rev. Kelvin Royster officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Family visitation will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2015 from 6-7 PM from Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home.
Louise Lea Breedlove
L o u ise Lea Breedlove, 65, of 212 Crosland Avenue, Danville, VA died Saturday, August 8, 2015 at
Person County Memorial Hospital in Roxboro, NC. Born December 3, 1949 in Pittsylvania County, VA she was the daughter of the late Albert Williams and the late Andelear Farmer Williams. She was married to Bishop Edward Breedlove, who survives. In addition to her husband, survivors one daughter, Angela Mechell Breedlove of Danville, VA; three sons, Terrell Breedlove, Cleveland Breedlove and Elder Tracey Breedlove, all of Danville, VA; one sister, Gladys Williams of Blairs, VA; and a host of other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two sisters, Shirley Fitzgerald and Brenda Stephens. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be Friday, August 14, 2015 at 12:00 Noon from the Caswell County Civic Center, 536 Main Street, Yanceyville, NC with Elder Tracey Breedlove officiating. Interment will follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Breedlove family.
Katherine “Cat” Walker Williams
Katherine “Cat” Walker Williams, 70, of 448 Old Quarry Road, Danville, VA died Saturday, August 8, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. Born January 11, 1945 in Pittsylvania County, VA she was the daughter of the late Robert Walker and the late Maggie Oliver Walker. She was married to the late Clarence Williams. Survivors include five daughters, Mary Ann Williams, Jennifer Deshazor, Karen Katina Williams and Shemeka Danielle Walden, all of Danville, VA and Kathy W. Merritt of Greensboro, NC; one son, Rodney Williams of Greensboro, NC; four sisters, Louise Gunter of Roanoke, VA, Bessie Kirby of Halifax, VA, Annie Bell Glenn of Bronx, NY and Anna Glenn of Keeling, VA; two brothers, Jimmy Lee Walker of Reidsville, NC and Dudley Walker of Danville, VA; and a host of other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by one sister, Essie Mae Wise and four brothers, Lester Walker, John Walker,Jessie Walker and James Walker. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 1:00 PM from Kentuck Baptist Church with Pastor Dwight Bryant officiating. Interment will follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Williams family.
Raymond Lee Price
Raymond Lee Price, 72, of Danville, VA, died, Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at the Riverside Health Care Center. Born July 29, 1943 in Danville, VA, he was the son of the late Raymond and Virginia Mae Price. He was married to Carlease Price, who survives. In addition to his wife of the residence, survivors include two daughters, Sheila P. Nelson of TX and LaShawn Price of NY; three grandchildren, Tyler, Hadyn and Bryanna; one sister, Ernestine P. Graves (Clyde) of Danville, VA; one brother, James B. Price of Danville, VA and a host of other relatives and
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friends. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 1 PM from White Rock Baptist Church, 418 Locust Lane, Danville, Virginia 24540 with Rev. Dr. Walter Tinsley officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Burial Park. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Price family.
Keevon Dontae Belcher
Keevon Dontae Belcher, 18, of 2479 Cascade Road, Cascade, Virginia died Tuesday, August 11, 2015 unexpectedly. Born December 10, 1996, in Danville, VA he was the son of Grady Belcher and Teresa Witcher Belcher, who survives. The family will receive friends at the residence. In addition to his parents, survivors include one sister, LaToya Danielle Witcher (Lance Ferguson) of Danville, VA; two brothers, Tyrone L. Belcher (Darlene) of Cascade, VA and Kevin Justin Belcher of the residence; paternal grandmother, Edith Fuller Belcher, paternal grandfather, Willie Witcher, Jr.; four nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Nannie Witcher; grandfather, Grady L. Belcher, Sr. and uncle, Willie Bruce Witcher. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 1:00 PM from Shiloh Baptist Church with Rev. Grady Belcher officiating. Interment will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens. Family visitation will be held Friday, August 14, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Belcher family.
Raymond Lipscomb
Raymond Lipscomb, 84 of 205 Farrar St., Danville, VA, died, Thursday, August 13 ,2015 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA. Born May 30, 1931 in Caswell County, NC, he was the son of the late George Lipscomb and Ida Mae Bowden. He was married to Julia Jones Lipscomb, who survives. In addition to his wife of the residence, survivors include two daughters, Katherine L. Totten and Ida M. Lipscomb, both of Danville, VA; one son, Ray Lipscomb, Jr. and a host of other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by two daughters, Betty Jean Davis and Virginia Ann Terry; two sons, Leon Lipscomb and Wayne Jones. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funerals services will be conducted on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 1 PM from the Chapel of Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Lipscomb family.
Alease Day Swanson
Alease Day Swanson, 89, of 656 Sugartree Church R o a d , Danville, VA, died, Saturday August 15, 2015 at her residence.
Born April 25, 1926 in Pittsylvania County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Mary Lou Hunt Day. She was married to John Edward Swanson, Sr., who survives. Survivors include four daughters, Vanessa Swanson and Sheila Carter, both of Danville, VA, Jerelean Coles (John) of Hampton, VA and Hazel D. Lewis of Martinsville, VA; three sons, Billy Davis (Viola) of Bassett, VA, John Swanson, Jr.(Valeria) of Martinsville, VA and Anthony W. Swanson of Danville, VA; three sisters, Elnora Day of Camden, NY, Ella Day of Axton, VA and Lucy Law of Danville, VA; one brother, Robert Day of Danville, VA and a host of other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by one daughter, Barbara Hairston; one son, Henry L. Davis; two sisters, Mary Liza Day and Rebecca Walton; four brothers, William Day, Jimmy Day, John Day and Thomas Day. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 1 PM from Silver Creek Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Tommie Williamson officiating. Interment will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Swanson family.
Leathia Vaughan Chrismon Moore
Leathia Vaughan Chrismon Moore, age 91, of Danville, VA, to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, August 14, 2015 at her residence. She was born on February 29, 1924, in Halifax County, VA, to the late Ellis Andrew Vaughan and Mary Elizabeth Powell Vaughan Davis. Leathia was the last surviving member of her family. Leathia was a very talented woman in her early life. She traveled to numerous churches singing gospel music and also singing on the radio. Leathia was blessed with the God given ability to play numerous musical instruments including the guitar, mandolin, banjo, autoharp, and harmonica. She was an excellent homemaker, farmer, and gardener for many years. Leathia made and sold butter and milk along with various types of produce. Her hobbies included cooking, sewing, crafts, and she could do most anything. She was referred to by those who she came in contact with as an amazing woman. Leathia’s spiritual gift was giving. She gave unconditionally of herself to many families in her community. She was a true Proverbs 31 woman, a prayer warrior, a true forgiver, determined and strong minded. Leathia was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grand-
mother. She loved Jesus, reading her Bible daily, and attending church on a frequent and regular basis. She was a member of Sheldon Baptist Church for 27 years and later in life attended Holland Road Baptist Church. Leathia will be truly missed by many especially her family and she was a blessing to those who knew her. On Earth our mother was our hero, our rescuer, and she was very trust worthy. We will miss her dearly. She is survived by her daughters, Helen Marie Snead Yarboro and husband Perry of Danville, VA and Patsy Gale Snead Ragsdale and husband Terry of Hickory, NC; sons, Patrick Dale Snead and Alvin Blake Chrismon both of Danville, VA; eleven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and four great-greatgrandchildren. Leathia is also survived by three step-children, Lawrence Ray (Larry) Moore, Jr., and Elizabeth Moore both of Danville, VA, Donna Lyn Moyar of Hampton, VA In addition to her parents Mrs. Moore was predeceased by her loving husband, Lawrence Ray “ Phil” Moore; son, Jerrell Monroe Snead; sisters, Maude Riddle, Mamie Walker, Edna Powell, and Mary Ellen Briggs; and brothers, Ellis Woodson Vaughan, Leslie James Vaughan, Wesley Eunice Vaughan, and George Elvin Vaughan. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2015 at Holland Road Baptist Church with Pastor James Mayes, Pastor Tim Anderson, and Pastor Dale Herndon officiating. Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 16, 2015 at Holland Road Baptist Church. At other times, at the residence: 719 Holland Rd., Danville, VA. Interment will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Moore family.
Lynwood Lee Barbour
Lynwood Lee Barbour, age 66, born in Danville, Virginia, July 19, 1949 to John Herman Barbour and Frances Hoskins Barbour, passed away August 14th, 2015, at Lewis Gale Medical Center, in Salem, Virginia, after a brief illness of liver and lung cancer. “He fought a good fight, he finished his course, he kept the faith.” (II Timothy, Chapter 4, verse 7) He was predeceased by his wife, Janice Fuller Barbour on February 28, 1995. This was a loving marriage (622-1970) cut way too short, as was his life. The family grown from this marriage
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I still remember the sound of your last breath, I can still hear words that you said before your death, I can still feel your hands entangled warmly in mine, I can still envision your smile, faint but still so ne.Although I do remember the last promise I made to you, stopping my ow of tears, I haven’t been able to. Me and Corey miss you so much. We only wanted you. They say memories are golden, well maybe that’s true but we never wanted memories, we only wanted you. A million times we needed you, a million times we’ve cried. If Love alone could have saved you, you never would have died. In life we loved you dearly. In death we Love you still. In our hearts you hold a place no one can ever ll. If tears could build a stairway and heartache make a lane, we’d walk the path to heaven to bring you back. Again, our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. We miss you so Mom. We’ll meet one day at the Pearly Gates of Heaven. Until then be our Guardian Angel. Heart Broken, Missing you Love, Carolyn, Corey, Jerry, Nosey was two sons: John Thomas Barbour, of Lexington, Kentucky, and Brian Scott Barbour (fiancé, Lilly Huskett), of Wythville, Virginia. These boys were his greatest love and the main focus of his life. Also left to cherish his memory, are his favorite (and only) sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Tommy Moore, which he gave the nicknames of “Jute” and “Mo” of Danville, Virginia. Of course their son, Michael Moore, of Roanoke, was his favorite (and only) nephew, whom he nicknamed “Mi”. An adorable granddaughter, Nico Barbour, whom he cherished and will not get to see grow up, definitely left some precious little footprints on his heart. He was her “Grams”! A very special lady in his life was Jackie Walker, of Danville. She was his soulmate and best friend. She stayed by his side, providing heartfelt care, and that hand to hold to the very end. He is also survived by his father-in-law, William Mumpower of Calhoun, GA, husband of his loving mother-in-law, Rebecca Herndon Mumpower who passed in January of 2014. Two aunts, Eleanor Bogart, of Danville, and his aunt, Nancy H. Keaton, who lived next door will hold dear his memories. He also leaves behind several cousins with memories of fun times gone by. Lyn served as Danville’s City Treasurer from 2008 until his death. He was eternally grateful to the overwhelming number of citizens who voted to allow him to serve in this capacity. He also worked as the City Tax Assessor for several years. He served on the Board of Directors for Roman Eagle Health and Rehabilitation
Center and also kept an interest in the Boy Scouts of America. Lyn was proud of his Schoolfield Heritage. He was a Mason for over 40 years and mentored many “Brothers”. He served as District Deputy Grand Master for the 38th Masonic District, and Worshipful Master and Secretary for Morotock Lodge 210. If there was any question about Masons, he was the man who could answer it. He was a member of Unity Presbyterian Church, after it merged with Burton Memorial Presbyterian Church, where he served as an Elder. Swicegood Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. There will be a graveside service at Mountain View Cemetery on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 11 am with Masonic Rites. The funeral will be led by Rev. John Losee, of Unity Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Monday, August 17, 2015 from 6pm until 8:30pm. At other times part of the family will be at the home of his sister, 651 Dover Place, Danville, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity. Swicegood Funeral Service is respectfully serving the Barbour family.
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“For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.” Romans 14:8
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Edward Eanes
Marvin Daniel Hopkins
passed On August 16, 2015, Edward Marvin Daniel Hopkins, 80, peacefully Eanes left us died on in his to go upstairs August 17, sleep at to be with 2015 surhis resihis Lord and rounded dence at Savior and by his fam1031 Halifamily and ily at the fax Road, friends. Born Danville Danville, June 20th, Regional VA, on 1928, to LouMedical August 16, ise Eanes, he C e n t e r . 2015 after was shortHe was a long illness and battle with ly thereafter adopted by born on cancer. Born in Ruffin, NC Daniel and Blanch Mead- March 22, 1935 in Danville on August 3. 1928, he was ows. He volunteered in to the late Martin Van Dola the son of the late Eugene WWII and was part of the Hopkins and the late DolDickens and Katie Dick- Army Air Corps. On leaving lie Irene Lynch Hopkins. ens. He was a farmer and the service, he married Ha- A daughter Teresa HopDan River Inc. worker until zel Cordill. kins Johnson and his sister his retirement. In addition At the time of his death, he Peggy Hopkins Buck predeto his wife, Eunice Turner was a member of the Ameri- cease him. Curry Dickens, of the resi- can Legion and a member of He proudly served in the dence, he is survived by his Ferry Road Friends Church. US Army from 1953-56 durchildren, Jimmy Dickens of He was a supervisor in Dan ing the Korean Conflict, he Greensboro, David Dickens River Mills and later be- served as an MP. Marvin of Reidsville, Shirley Ed- came known to many as was a consummate cook wards of Greensboro, Mike the “Sewing Machine Man”, and came by it naturally. Dickens of Danville, Linda first as the top salesman in As such, it provided him a Dickens of Eden and Betsy the region for Singer Sew- long career as a chef around Dickens Johnson of Ohio. ing Machine Co., and later the country and his pinOther survivors include his as owner and operator of nacle was cooking for and step-children, Judy Lyles, Eanes Sewing Center. He meeting Elvis Presley while Norma Simmons, Miriam was an avid golfer, enjoying working in Miami. Marvin Long, James Curry, Calip the rare distinction of six was part of a large, close Curry, Sr., Georgia Lawson, holes-in-one. family and affectionately reand Walter Curry of the He is survivced by his wife ferred to as “Brother” by his home; a number of grand- and their children, Kaye siblings and “Uncle Marvin” children and great-grand- Vass, Rick Eanes and Rav- by everyone else. His wit children. In addition to his anell Coyle. He also leaves and humor kept everyone in parents and his first wife, two son-in-laws, Doug laughter during family gathMartha Grubbs Dickens, Vass and John Coyle, and erings or when visiting him. his was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Martha He was of the Baptist faith. brothers, Herman Dickens, Eanes. He is also survived He is survived by his sisPaul Dickens, Marvin Dick- by grandchildren, Jillian ters Katherine “Kay” Hopens, and his half -brothers, Broome and her husband, kins Spina of Philadelphia, Dewey Hooper, and Wallace Ryan Broome, Jonathan PA, Gwendolyn Hopkins Hooper; half-sister, Birdie Edward Coyle and Kim- Jeffries of Eden, NC; his Hooper, and a step-daugh- berly Rushing and great- brother Johnnie R. “Ronter, Gloria Curry Dickens. grandchildren Matthew and nie” Hopkins, Sr (Carolyn) Funeral services for Mr. Aleah Rushing. of Danville; as well as many Dickens will be held at Fel- Visitation will be on Thurs- nieces and nephews. lowship Baptist Church at day, August 20th, at The Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, Swicegood Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. Friday, AuAugust 20, 2015 with Pas- at 1:00, followed by the fu- gust 21, 2015 at Swicegood tor Lawrence Morris and neral at 2:00. Interment Funeral Home with Rev. Pastor Allan Morris offici- will follow at the Highlands Doug Barbour officiating. ating. Interment will fol- Burial Park. In lieu of flow- Visitation will be held one low in Floral Hills Memory ers, the family requests hour prior to the service at Gardens. The family will donations be made to the Swicegood Funeral Home. receive friends at the church Ferry Road Friends Church, At other times, the family one hour before the service, 741 Ferry Rd, Danville, Vir- will be at the home of Ronand at other times will be ginia, 24541 nie Hopkins, 1223 Greenat the residence. The fam- Swicegood Funeral Home wood Dr., Danville, VA. Inily wishes to extend their is respectfully serving the terment will follow in Floral sincere Thanks to Walter Eanes family. Hills Memory Gardens. Curry and Mary Hill for Swicegood Funeral Home being caregivers, and also is repsectfully serving the much gratitude to all those Hopkins family. who helped and prayed during his illness. Barker Funeral Home is respectfully serving the Dickens family. “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of Sign the guest book at www. swicegood-barker.com, or God’s is eternal life in Jesus our Lord.” www.facebook.com/swiceRomans 6:23 goodbarker.
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Dr. Bo Wagner is pastor of the Cornerstone Baptist Church of Mooresboro, NC, and the author of several books. His books are available at www.wordofhismouth.com Email comments to: 2knowhim@cbc-web.org
“The Day I Told My Church I Was Moving” I stood before my church at the end of a Sunday morning service, and in my most solemn voice said, “And now, I have a rather serious announcement to make.” I let a hush fall across the auditorium, and said, “My family and I are going to be moving,” then I let a few seconds pass and said, “from where we live now to right here in Moorseboro.” I expected a few nervous chuckles, and a “you got us” kind of reaction. Instead, the entire church body broke out into spontaneous and lengthy applause. That I was not expecting. We had lived in our old house since before we started the church. The tiny house of 960 square feet served Dana and I well for a while, but when kids started coming along, it quickly got cramped. Several months ago the Lord let us come across an incredibly unique opportunity; a large house in one of our favorite locations in the county that could be bought for pennies on the dollar. It had been severely damaged, so much so, that no one else really wanted it and no bank would finance it. We took enough money out of our personal retirement account to buy it and to get the materials needed to fix it. Thanks to the work we had done through the years in the old church building, and what we did while building the new one, I knew how
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to repair all of the damage. And our sweet members, once we told them about it, let it be known that they were anxious to help with the labor as well. The repairs, then, did not cause us trouble in the least. God gave us exactly what we needed, and we are beyond grateful. We have lived in the house for a few months now, and have almost forgotten what it was like to trip all over each other trying to move around in a tiny house. But one thing I will never forget, not even should I live to be a thousand, is that lovely and unexpected sound of clapping as my church found out I would not be leaving. I have always loved my church family, but that moment they became more dear to me than I could ever have imagined. There is something powerful about a gesture, even a simple one, that says, “We love you and want to be with you.” And if it means that much to me in a church setting, imagine how much it can mean and how powerful it can be in other settings. What about a husband and wife who consistently communicate that message to each other? It is easy to let a lot of time slip by without doing so. But things taken for granted are often things that can be taken away. Plants wither and die without water and fertilizer, marriages wither and die
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without verbal and visible affirmation. What about a church and pastor? Love is not enough. Communicated love is enough. Let it be seen and said from pulpit to pew and pew to pulpit, this message that you love and need one another. What about parents and children? There has never been a harder age in which to parent or a harder age in which to be a child. Temptations and torments abound. Children, let your parents know how much you appreciate them and need them. Parents, communicate to your children every single day how very much they are worth to you. And how about our relationship to the Lord? If it blesses us to have people communicate to us how much we are loved, how much more will it bless our Creator when we give that message to Him?
HE has already done so for us in the simplest yet most profound way possible: with two pieces of wood and three nails.
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