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Dorothy Carter Obituary
Burge Carter
Dorothy Ann Burge Carter, 71, of Morton Lane, Appomattox, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, in Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the loving wife of 40 years to Samuel E. Carter.
Born Sept. 11, 1938, in Appomattox County, she was a daughter of the late Elizabeth Bell and William Fletcher Burge Sr. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. After 22 years of service, she retired from Central Fidelity Bank, where she was a bookkeeper.
In addition to her husband, Dorothy is survived by three sisters, Lelia "Lee" Martin and her husband Dick, Roberta "Bertie" Lee Baird and Louise Roach and her husband, Johnny; one sister-in-law, Eleanor B. Burge, all of Appomattox; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, William Fletcher Burge Jr. and Richard Alvin Burge.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010, in Trinity United Methodist Church by the Rev. Robert Thorne and the Rev. Carlton Duck, with burial following in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, at Robinson Funeral Home and other times at the residence.
The family would like to thank Dr. Thomas Nygaard, Dr. Muhammad Ashraf and the nursing staff of Lynchburg General Hospital on the Third Floor East. Also, a special thanks to her caregiver, Felicia Scott.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider The American Heart Association, 2395 South Fork Road, Appomattox, VA 24522, or The American Diabetes Foundation, P.O. Box 1131, Alexandria, VA 22303.
Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family, and an online condolence may be sent to www.robinsonfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Carter
September 16, 2010
Sam,
I just learned yesterday that your wife went home to be with our Lord and Savior. I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss her so much. You are in my thoughts and I pray for God's comfort in your days ahead.
Fran Albright
September 13, 2010
Sammy,
We were so sorry to hear of your recent loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Wallace & Margaret Megginson
Lisa Cash
September 13, 2010
It was a pleasure being able to help in taking care of your sweet wife. My prayers go to you and your family!
Lisa Cash RN 3East Surgical
Sharon Jackson Cottingham
September 11, 2010
Dear Sammy, Rarely am I at lost for words but now I am. I can remember "Our Trinity days" & always the love I could see in your eyes for her. You were always her "Prince & her your princess". Thank you for all you have done for my Mom,the county & the smile that made others feel like "they were spercial" when in fact you are special. May the Lord comfort you & all the prayers going out for you. Wish I could be there! Love, Sharon Jackson Cottingham
September 10, 2010
Sam, Sending sympathy in the loss of your wife. Hoping that joyful memories of the many blessings you shared will carry you through and bring peace in the days to come. May it be of some comfort knowing that you are in the loving thoughts and prayers of those who care very much about you.
With Deepest Sympathy, Joanne Bryant
September 10, 2010
Sorry to hear about "The Bride". You are in my prayers. Annette(Shaw)Wood
Janet Hailey
September 10, 2010
Sam,
I am so sorry for your loss.Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Officer Gaddy & Stacie
September 10, 2010
Sam,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if you need anything.
HUGH DOLAN
September 10, 2010
SAMMY,SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS.
THE DOLAN CLAN
JUDY STEELE
September 10, 2010
SAMMY -- SO SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS OF "THE BRIDE" SAD TIME FOR YOU, BUT A HAPPY TIME FOR DOROTHY - SHE IS IN PAIN NO MORE
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
September 10, 2010
Sammy,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know the LORD will comfort you and help you throught these difficult times. Now is the time to lean on your friends and family. May God bless you and ease your pain.
Dale, Nancy, and Christina Dietz
Monroe, VA
September 10, 2010
Sammy,
We are so sorry to hear of your recent loss. Dorothy was such a sweet lady and I know you will miss her. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Dillard & Margie Franklin
Wayne Lewis
September 10, 2010
Sammy,
I am saddened to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Timmy, Marie & Tyler Mullins
September 10, 2010
Sammy, We were so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you.
Sherwin & Earlean Peerman
September 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brenda Roberts
September 10, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ray & Edith Mann
September 10, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Susie Winston Drinkard
September 10, 2010
Dear Sam & Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Dorothy for years at Central Fidelity Bank. She was the kindest, most gentle person, with such an infectious smile and gentle spirit, she was loved by all. May your memories bring you comfort and your faith bring you peace in the days ahead.
Stacey Dalton
September 10, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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