John Franklin Black

John Franklin Black

John Black Obituary

Published by Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home and Cremation Service from Nov. 20 to Nov. 21, 2008.
BLACK, John Franklin, age 80, of Amelia, passed away on November 19, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Elsie; daughter, Julie Strumb and husband, Brent; sisters, Edna Black Littlefield of N.H., and Sue Ham of Pa.; and one grandson, Camden Brent Strumb. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 21, at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St. in Amelia. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2008, with burial to follow in Sunset View Cemetery in Burkeville. Contributions may be made to the Amelia Rescue Squad.


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

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December 10, 2008

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November 23, 2008

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BobnBarbara Hilton

February 10, 2009

We will miss a good and Dear Friend. To us Johnny will always be with us and in our hearts.

Police Officer Ann Llewellyn

December 10, 2008

Mrs. Black and Julie, I was so saddened to hear of Johnny's passing. We spent many wonderful, strange, and stressful times on calls with the Amelia Emergency Squad and shared a lot of laughs. I will always credit Johnny with teaching me how to deal with people under the most trying of circumstances. I carry his teachings with me, and apply them to the people I encounter every day. He was truly one of a kind and will be sorely missed. Thank you for sharing him with so many of us through the years. My heart goes out to you both in this time of sorrow.

Ron & Sherry Hailey

November 23, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Aubrey T Oakley

November 21, 2008

Dear Family,

I was so sad to learn of Johnny's passing. I met him several times during my brief time in Amelia, and during those meetings he was a sweet and kindhearted person. He held a place in my heart because of the knowledge he shared and the wisdom he imparted to me. I will never forget him, and I wish you as much comfort as I could give in knowing how he has touched the lives of so many people.

Stephanie & Stanlee Smith

November 21, 2008

Elise, I am sorry about your loss. I have known Jimmy for a long time. He was a great man and will be missed

Ray Rathmann

November 20, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Frank Goodman

November 20, 2008

Johnny Black was a good friend who was always willing to help me when I was a deputy sheriff in Amelia County. He cared about people and was always willing to help. Johnny will be truly missed.

Buck & Wendy Hall

November 20, 2008

Dear Family..You are in my prayers to get through this time of sorrow. Even though he had been sick for awhile no one is ever ready to let go. Johnny was a great man,he always smiled and greeted everyone by name. There will never be another like him, but heaven is lucky to have him! Many thoughts and prayers

Judy Shank Adams

November 20, 2008

Julie,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember him as a little girl. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Bless you.

Lori Henley

November 20, 2008

Johnny was a real people person and looked for the good in everyone. I know his presence will be missed in Amelia and especially the courthouse area. Your life was made just a little better just by knowing him. My thoughts and prayers of comfort are with his family at this time.

Ruth & Fred Bryant

November 20, 2008

Our condolences to Mrs. Black and family on the passing of Johnny. He was a fine man and we're sure will be greatly missed by many. He is on the short list of persons I have never heard anyone speak badly of.

Jessica Rogers

November 20, 2008

You will be kept in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.

Johnny was such a delightful man and even though I only knew him for a short time, he made such a wonderful impact on my life. I can only hope that I'm able to live such full and amazing life as he did. He will be greatly missed!

Linda E. Hudson

November 19, 2008

Mrs.Black and Julie,
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Johnny. He was a Mentor to me when I joined AES, and I have always looked up to him. His knowledge helped mold many of us.
His gift of gab and never missing a chance to play a practical joke will be remembered, too.
Johnny will be remembered in the hearts of all whom new him forever.

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