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Lucille Waldron Obituary

Lucille Hatcher Waldron, 87, of Bedford, died Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013. She was born in Bedford County on the Claytor Farm on Sept. 11, 1926. She was the daughter of the late Oscar Janney Hatcher and Eddie Key Hatcher and was one of five children. Her brothers Jack and Glenn Hatcher and her sister Nell preceded in death. Surviving are her husband of 67 years, Ralph Waldron, two daughters Debbie W. Carter, husband David, and Jan Waldron, two granddaughters Elizabeth C. Ellinger and Jennie Potter, husband Shawn, and great-grandson Casey Ellinger. She also is survived by her sister Nancy Lambert and other family members. The family would like to thank the Medi Home Hospice, in particular Teresa Deisher, and also the caregivers for their compassionate care. A graveside service was held at 11 am Monday, Nov. 11, 2013 at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Roanoke. A Celebration of her life was held 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, 2013 at Bedford Baptist Church with Dr. David L. Henderson officiating. Memorials may be made to the Bedford Baptist Church or the National D-Day Memorial. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, 540-586-7360.

Published by Bedford Bulletin from Nov. 11 to Nov. 14, 2013.
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I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of tender mercies comfort you during this time!

November 20, 2013

Jan,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could be with you on Monday. Hold fast to your faith and continue to hold to God's unchanging hand.If I can do anything for you, please do not hesitate in letting me know. Prayerfully,

Ivy Burnham

November 10, 2013

We will miss Lucille very much. She was a sweet angel on earth and I know the angels in Heaven are rejoicing to have her Home. Love and prayers to you all. Sheila and Jeff

November 10, 2013

To Ralph and all of Lucille's family I send my deepest sympathy. In my heart I hold fond memories of Lucille. May god comfort you all during this difficult time.

Connie Wood Giles

November 10, 2013

Debbie, David, Jennie, and Beth, we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Love you all.
-Chris and Emily Holler

November 9, 2013

we have been thinking and praying for you and your family. if you need anything now or later please let us know.
with good thoughts to good folks.
brenda & gary 540-8150803

November 9, 2013

To Ralph and all of Lucille's family- our deepest sympathies for your loss. Mom and I both have many, many fond memories of our times spent together in the past, and Lucille was one of Mom's dearest friends. We miss the good times, and will think of her and all of you in our prayers. God bless you all in this difficult time. Pam and Dorothy Ragland.

November 9, 2013

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Mark&Nancy Mitchell

November 9, 2013

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