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Virginia Rawlinson Obituary

RAWLINSON,

VIRGINIA

Virginia Gibbons Rawlinson, 85, of Montgomery passed away February 11, 2016. She was born December 5, 1930 in Montgomery, Alabama. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 15, 2016 at Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church in Montgomery from 9:30am-10:30am. Funeral services will begin immediately after at 10:30 am with John Ed Mathison officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Lamar Rawlinson, her parents, Homer Gaston Gibbons Sr. and Wanda Gibbons, and her brother, Homer Gibbons Jr., all of Montgomery.

She is survived by her daughters Kim Rawlinson, Jan (Steve) Steele, and Nancy Brown, all of Montgomery, grandchildren, Diane (Adam) Brett, Scott Steele, Lindsay Steele, and Katie (Chris) Lauderdale, and three great-grandchildren, Hayley Steele, Alexis and Logan Lauderdale. The family wishes to express great appreciation to her long-time caregiver, Sherrelle Anderson.

Virginia was a natural athlete and loved sports. At Lanier High School, she was a cheerleader, played basketball, volleyball, and tennis. She was also a huge Alabama fan.

Pallbearers will be Steve Steele, Scott Steele, Adam Brett, Chris Lauderdale, Robert Brownell, and Johnny Brownell, and Michael Moskowitz, Sr.

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Published by Montgomery Advertiser from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2016.

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February 15, 2016

I am so sad to see that Virginia died. She and Lamar were great friends and neighbors for many years.
Beverly Bright

Jan Steele

February 14, 2016

We have enjoyed your stories about our mother, Virginia. Thank you so much for your memories of her.

Warren Austin

February 14, 2016

A special lady.....so thankful for the influence both her and Lamar had on my life. I know her and my Mom are playing volleyball again! Love you all.

Betty Russell Looney

February 13, 2016

I remember when Virginia won the Alabama Maid of Cotton Contest. I even remember what she wore -- a beautiful, dressy turquoise suit with small hat to match. Can still visualize her in it with that blonde hair and blue eyes like Homers and her folks. I have fond memories with that family from many years ago. My condolences to Virginia's family.

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Hines

February 13, 2016

There are no words to express the loss of a loved one Isaiah 59:1 "Look, The hand of God is not too short to save, nor is his ear too dull to hear."

Shirley Burnette

February 13, 2016

I met Virginia through volleyball at the YMCA. We played together for years. Always looked forward to seeing her. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. Rest in peace Virginia.

Don Hess

February 13, 2016

Always one of my favorite fun ladies to play tennis with and be around. Lot of good Woodley country club memories

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