Marian Falls Obituary
Marian Duncan Falls, 75, of Beech Grove, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, surrounded by her family, at the Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born August 1, 1934, the youngest daughter of the late John Pearson and Ada Hughes Duncan.
Her love for animals prompted her to work as Chief Nurse for many years at Woodworth Animal Hospital in Waynesboro. She was especially fond of her beloved pet and companion, "Q.T.". She also worked at Cooper Beech Florist, in Orvis and later retired from Wintergreen Resort due to an illness. Marian attended and was a member of Beech Grove Christian Church.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 58 years, C. Ray Falls; one daughter, Joyce Rae F. Turner and her husband, Rodger; one sister, Agnes D. Thompson; one devoted grandson, Matthew L. Turner and his wife, Vanessa; one beloved nephew, J. L. Thompson and his wife, Cindy; a very special and cherished cousin, Judy H. Tharpe; numerous cousins and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and to the doctors at Augusta Medical Center, also to special friends, Cheryl Miller, Edna Giles, Marie Gale, Alecia G., Peyton and Alexis Brooks and their dog Bandit.
A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2009, at Beech Grove Christian Church by Pastors Mike Auen, Dave and Barbara Cunningham, with burial to follow in the Beech Grove Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be J.L. Thompson, Darrell Stevens, Romie Falls, Danny Fields, Richard Campbell, Greg Armentrout, Frank Armentrout and Ashley Miller.
The family will receive friends 7 until 8 p.m. Saturday, November 28, 2009, at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Beech Grove Christian Church Fund, c/o Treasurer Donna Falls, the American Cancer Society, 2316 Atherholt Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501, or to the charity of your choice.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Diane Evans
November 30, 2009
Dear Joyce Rae, Roger Matthew and Vanessa,
My sympathies and prayers are with you during your time of loss and grief. Even though we sometimes go a while without being in touch, you are never far from my heart. You are all special people and I love you dearly. God bless.
"Chickenlips"
Susan Campbell Harper
November 29, 2009
Joyce Rae and family, please accept my condolences at the passing
of your Mother. May God comfort you in your loss.
Sara Showalter
November 28, 2009
Dear Joyce and family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. May God keep you close in the days ahead and give you peace and comfort. Feel free to stop by anytime at Central Virginia Rental if you need to talk or get a hug.
Love & Peace,
Sara Showalter
Tammy Shifflett
November 28, 2009
To Joyce Rae and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers be with you. May Jesus carry you through this difficult time. Remember the good times and
may they comfort you at this time. "Now this is eternal life; that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent." John 17:3 and Romans 8:34
With Christian Love, Mary Jane Thomas and Tammy T. Shifflett of Clifton, Maine
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November 28, 2009
Joyce Raeand family,
I am sorryto hear Marion has passed away. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts will be with you at this time.
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