Virginia Elliott Obituary

Virginia Ann Davis-Elliott

On the morning of Jan. 11, 2011, God called Virginia Ann Davis-Elliott to eternal rest. She was born Oct. 21, 1920, in Bedford Co., to the late Edmund Willie Davis and the late Rose Goode Davis; the third of twelve children. She was the wife of Deacon Alfred Alexander Elliott Sr. who preceded her in death.

Virginia joined Altha Grove Baptist Church at an early age and remained a faithful member until God called her home. Throughout her dedication, she served as a Deaconess for over fifty years and, Program Committee Chairman for the Sanctuary Ministry. At Long Mountain Baptist Church, she was a faithful Watch Care servant along side her husband. She also served as a Deaconess, Secretary of the Senior Choir, and member of the Hospitality Committee.

In addition to her parents and loving husband, Alfred Elliott Sr., she was preceded in death by a daughter, Evora Ann Jones Smith; six siblings, Lelia, James, Giles, Paul, Moses and, Charlie; two great grandchildren, Noah and Christian Elliott.

Virginia leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Alfred Alexander Elliott, Jr. (Jill), of Salem, Richard Winston Elliott (Cynthia), of Lynchburg, two daughters Paulette Jones (Melvin), and Lula Elliott, both of Lynchburg, six grandchildren, Cynthia Dixon (Spencer), Lisa Reed, Angela Revely (Rev. Benjamin Revely Jr.), Jenny Smith, Byron Elliott (Charrnika), and Brent Elliott (Carin); 11 great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Jeremy, Isaiah, Gabriel, Denise, Tiajera, Kaleb, India, Promyss, Devante and Leigh. She also leaves two brothers Edmond Davis (Lillian) of Stanford, Conn.., Albert Davis (Gladene), of Lynchburg, three sisters Pauline Ducksworth, of Stanford, Conn.., Emma Haley and Lucy Marshall (Layton), of Lynchburg, four sisters-in-law Barbara Davis, Reena Davis, Matilda Davis, and Nellie Joyner; a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and many relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, at Altha Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Thomas Harper officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Her remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends at the residence, 2892 Eastbrook Rd. The cortege will assemble at the funeral home.

Condolences may be emailed to [email protected] Community Funeral Home directing.

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Published by The News & Advance on Jan. 13, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Elliott

13 Entries

Jocelyn Holloway

January 20, 2011

Jill, Al and family,
So sorry to hear of the death of your Mother. May the love of family and friends and God's grace provide you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Sisterly hugs,

Cynthia "Cyn" Brown

January 15, 2011

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Fred and Georgia Wiley

January 14, 2011

Dear Al and Jill,we were sorry to hear of your loss. Even though you are grieving, know that your friends grieve with you and we pray that God will keep you wrapped in his arms and continue to give you strength. Love ya!

Carolyn Patterson

January 13, 2011

Jill and Al Sorry to hear of the death of yur mother. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Carolyn Patterson

Abie & Becky Pullins

January 13, 2011

Dear Al and Jill,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Our prayers are with you at this time. May he give you comfort and solice.

January 13, 2011

Paulette, Al, Lula and Richard: Your mom is a part of my childhood memories as much as any other parent. She conducted herself as a Godly woman and was an example for us all. During our youth, it seems your parents were always together--they have now been reunited. Jackie Davis-O'Neill, Sacramento, CA

Donna Lee

January 13, 2011

Al, Jill & Elliott Family,
May you find tranquility in knowing that friends and loved ones share in the loss of your dearly departed mother,mother-in-law and grandparent.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,

Loretta Claxton-Jones

January 13, 2011

Lula, sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May God be with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Loretta Claxton-Jones...DHS class of '69

Marzetta F. Sinkler

January 13, 2011

Al, Jill and Family,
May God comfort you with cherished memories of your love one.
God will never leave or forsake you. Trust Him. You are in our prayers.
Love Always,
Bill and Marzetta F. Sinkler

January 13, 2011

Sorry for your loss and sending prayers for your family during the this time....Amelia Brown Morgan and Garland Brown Sr. (Lynchburg,VA)

Catherine Keith

January 13, 2011

To Jill,Al,and family,
May God be with you and continue to wrap his loving arms around you in this difficult time. May the memories of your mother and mother-in law always be a shinning light of love.
With sympathy,
Catherine.J. keith and son(Brandon)

January 13, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family -- I know you are so sad losing your grandma but so happy she's with the Lord.

With love,

Melody Grubbs
Friend of Lisa Reed

Burnell Woodson,Jr.

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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