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Lorene Carver Obituary
Lorene E. Carver
Lorene E. Carver, 88, of Charlottesville, died Thursday, December 30, 2010, at Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation.
Born January 28, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Pearly and Susie M. Bennington.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Murray W. Carver; a daughter, Shelby Jean; and a granddaughter, Alison Lea Spencer.
She is survived by her daughters; Judy Clark of Esmont, and Brenda Spencer and her husband, Gene, of Earlysville; a grandson, Brian Spencer of Earlysville; a nephew, Allen Carver of Cumming, Georgia; a nephew, Emmett Carver of Keswick; a niece, Jane Bickers of Crozet; and numerous other family members and friends.
Lorene retired as a sales clerk after 28 years at Sears Roebuck and Company. After retirement, she worked at the Martha Jefferson Hospital cafeteria.
A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, January 2, 2011, at the Teague Chapel.
Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m., prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Gentle Shepherd Hospice, 6045 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, VA 24019.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation and the folks of Gentle Shepherd Hospice for the special care given to Lorene.
Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Lucy R. Spencer
January 3, 2011
To Brenda and Judy:
It is with deep regret to learn of the loss of your mother. She was such a sweet person and a pleasure to know. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.
January 2, 2011
to the carver family may god bless you all,and show you the light.we will miss this wonderful person (R.i.p)Mjh.Dillard family.
S. Haley
January 2, 2011
God bless you in the loss of your mother! I came to know her when she worked at the MJH cafeteria. A very sweet lady!
The Copelands
January 1, 2011
To the family of Mrs. Carver, I pray God's strength in your lives during this time. We've been neighbors of your parents for more than 30 years. Over these years we've come to really appreciate and cherish the friendship that has formed. Remember, we're right next door. Don't hesistate to come by or call us when you need us. God bless you all.
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January 1, 2011
Brenda and family:
I'm really sorry for your loss,. My deepest sympathy and prayers.
My thoughts are with you and your family. Condolence...
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