Lola B. Cressman

Lola B. Cressman

Lola Cressman Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 9 to Nov. 10, 2008.
CRESSMAN, Lola B., age 90, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord November 7, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grant Cressman. She is survived by her son, Jerry Cressman and his wife, Ann; daughter, Debbie Walthall; grandchildren, Tammy Prior and husband, Todd, Troy Cressman, Jamey Walthall and wife, Jennifer; great-grandchildren, Lauren Tanner, Ika Ngo, Ava Walthall; great-great-grandchild, Kayleigh Armstrong; and sister, Marie Carrier. Lola was a longtime member of New Bridge Baptist Church and a retiree of Liggett & Myers. After her retirement, she became well known for her fine upholstery work. The family will receive friends Monday, November 10, 2008 from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Rt. 301 and Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville. Services will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2008, 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to New Bridge Baptist Church Building Fund, 5701 Elko Road, Sandston, Va. 23150 or to the Greater Richmond Chapter Alzheimer's Association, 4600 Cox Road, Suite 130, Richmond, Va. 23060.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 14, 2008

Debbie & Bill Luck posted to the memorial.

November 10, 2008

Dee Carrier posted to the memorial.

November 10, 2008

Manley and Joanne Barden posted to the memorial.

Debbie & Bill Luck

November 14, 2008

Debbie:

We are very sorry for your loss. Please know your are in our prayers and thoughts.

Dee Carrier

November 10, 2008

Dear Jerry, Ann, Debbie and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Aunt Lola's passing. She was a special lady...of course, I don't have to tell you that. We have many wonderful memories of her and Uncle Grant. I am so glad we were able to get her and Mom together when we met in Salem. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Dee and Martha
Haskell and Marie Carrier

Manley and Joanne Barden

November 10, 2008

Dear Cressman Family,

As we look back over the years, our hearts have been greatly enriched by having known and loved Grant and Lola Cressman. They were from the generation before us and we looked up to them. Their lives spoke volumes as they lived their Christianity.

Manley and I enjoyed the cushions Lola covered for our sunroom furniture. Without being asked she even made several different size pillows to go with the set. She enjoyed going the extra mile and doing the unexpected for the people she served.

You have a great heritage and we know you will miss your Mom as we have for such a long time because of her illness. You have been faithful and we feel certain God has prepared a place for each one of you so when the time comes you will all be together again.

Please accept our love and prayers that God will grant you comfort and peace as only He can give.

Prayerfully

Gloria McMichael

November 10, 2008

Dear Cressman and Walthall family
Sorry to hear of your loss, but we can rest in the fact that she is now with the Lord. She was always such a sweet and very dear lady.

Jeannie Slater

November 10, 2008

Thinking of you and your family.

Bari Pitts

November 10, 2008

To the family of Lola Cressman,
I came to know Mr and Mrs. Cressman by working at New Bridge Baptist Church in the WEE center. They were both wonderful and kind people. Their daughter Debbie brought her son Jamie to the center. I had the priviledge of being one of his teachers. The strong Christian background that began with Mr. and Mrs. Cressman was passed on through their daughter to her children. It is hard to understand why people are taken from us, but you should find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, He leaves a gift of memories in exchange. I am grateful for those of Mrs. Cressman.

Amy Robinson

November 10, 2008

Debbie - peace and tranquility to you and your family in this time of need. God bless you.

Karie Bouma

November 10, 2008

Debbie and Family,

Just heard of your loss. I am so sorry and my prayers are with you. Momma Lola provided alot of fun and entertaining memories and that will stay in your heart forever..

Nita and Jim Kinder

November 10, 2008

Dear Debbie,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Jim and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.

leona small

November 10, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers

Jeanneice Sims

November 10, 2008

My prayers are with you, God Bless

Judy Carlton

November 10, 2008

Deb & family,
We just learned of your mom's passing. She is at peace now and your memories will keep her forever in your heart.

Loretta Watson

November 10, 2008

Debbie Walthall and family, (Miss Purple)

I am so sorry for your loss...may your hearts be filled with peace, love and memories at this sorrowful time.

Loretta R. Watson
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diane wilcox

November 10, 2008

deb and family
so sorry to hear of your loss
my prayers are with you

Lyn Fisher

November 10, 2008

Deb, My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. May you find peace in your heart. Lyn

Joy Butcher

November 10, 2008

Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.

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