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Elizabeth Yager Walton, of Greensboro, 42, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010, at Wesley Long Community Hospital, after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, July 12, 2010, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, with the Reverend Virginia Herring officiating.
Mrs. Walton was born on March 15, 1968, in Richmond. She was raised in Charlottesville, and graduated from Albemarle High School and Virginia Tech. She was an avid reader, loved to travel and listen to violin music and enjoyed watching soccer matches. She was also a member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and was an active volunteer with Greensboro Day School Parents' Association.
She was predeceased by her grandparents C.J.M. and Charlotte Dotson Kyle of Orange, and William Michael and Virginia Faulconer Yager of Somerset, Orange County.
Beth is survived by her husband of 15 years, John Huffman Walton; daughter, Clara Kyle Walton; and son, Hugh Gresham Walton. She is also survived by her parents, J. Gordon Yager Sr. and Rita Kyle Yager of Charlottesville; brother, James G. Yager Jr. and his wife, Beth, of Spotsylvania; brother-in-law, Thomas E. Walton III, and his wife, Cheryl, of Gates, North Carolina; and two nieces, Lily Ruth Yager and Hannah Noel Walton.
Following the memorial service, a reception will be held at the Haywood Duke Room at the church. The family will also receive friends at the home during other times.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Kid's Path/Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro, 2504 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405, or to Greensboro Day School in support of financial assistance, 5401 Lawndale Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27455.
Forbis and Dick Guilford Chapel is serving the family.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.forbisanddick.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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January 7, 2011
The members and supporters of the Albemarle High School Alumni Association were very sorry to hear about Charlotte Yager's passing. It is always sad to lose a member of the Albemarle family, and we offer our condolences to her family and friends.
July 17, 2010
With deepest sympathy.
Kay Mills
GYSA
July 14, 2010
Gordon and Rita, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Our prayers are with you during this time of sadness. Richard and Ernie Wood
Alyson Sappington
July 14, 2010
Gordon & Rita,
I was so very sorry to hear of Beth's passing. May warm memories bring you some peace and comfort. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Marvin Kerl
July 13, 2010
My family and I are deeply saddened to hear of Beth's passing. She was always kind and thoughtful as both neighbor and classmate. She will be in our thoughts and prayers.
David Williams
July 12, 2010
Very sorry to hear of this Beth and I grew up together in carrsbrook/northfields went all through school with her-- my sincere condolences to her family--David Williams
Maude Caudle
July 12, 2010
Mr. Walton, Claire, and Hugh,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my mother when I was nine, so I understand at least a little of what you are feeling. Please know that I will be ready with open arms to give lots of hugs to Hugh and Claire at school this coming year.
Kenneth & Susan Daniels
July 12, 2010
Dear John, Clara, Hugh, and family.
You are all in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time. We were very sad to hear the news today. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Kenneth and Susan Daniels and many of the PGI family in Benson, NC
Ronnie Taylor
July 12, 2010
I was very sad to hear of this loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences in your time of sorrow. I'll always remember Beth's smile and genuine kindness.
Julia Church
July 12, 2010
John,
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers daily. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Susan Tharp
July 12, 2010
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Yager, Jimmy, John, Clara, Hugh, Friends and Loved Ones of Beth Yager Walton,
Please accept my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
July 11, 2010
My prayer are with you and your family.
Pat Wilson
Rosemary Beard Heflin
July 11, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Yager, Jimmy, and Walton family,
I am so saddened to learn of Beth's passing. I have such wonderful memories of her from our Woodbrook, Burley, and A.H.S. days. Please know that you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted by memories of happy times spent together, supported by the love of family and friends, and sustained by God's grace during this time. God be with you 'til we meet again.
Love,
Rosemary Beard Heflin
Sue & Jim Haden
July 11, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Patients Escorts, Regional Cancer Center
July 10, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Dee L
July 10, 2010
May God's peace be with you all. I pray that he wraps his loving arms around each of you guys & holds you tight through this difficult time. I pray that God will bring to light memories of all the great times each of you guys shared with Beth. I am very sorry for your loss & will continue to pray for you all.
Ajith & Bindu Ramachandran
July 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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