Pauline Clemmons

Pauline G. Clemmons

Evelyn Pauline Gay Hopkins Clemmons, 83, of Lynchburg, passed away early Thursday morning, Dec. 2, 2010, in the English Building at Virginia Baptist Hospital after a massive stroke. She was the widow of Ralph Eugene Clemmons. Her only child, Shirley Gay Hopkins Blackwell, and her Significant Other, Ronald W. Westrich Sr., of Virginia Beach, survive Pauline.

Pauline was born Feb. 16, 1927, in Lynchburg, the daughter of the late Otho Paul and Mattie Eva Frazier Gay. She was a member of Fairview Christian Church and retired from Nationwide Insurance Co. after 26 years of service.

She was also preceded in death by two brothers, William Clay (Happy) Gay and Earl Vincent Gay.

In addition to her daughter, she is survived by her nephew, Don W.Gay, and his wife, Sue Gay, of Lynchburg; her nieces, Shelby D. Holt and Cheryl Ann Gay; brother-in-law and special friend, John T. Drewry; four great nieces, two great-nephews; numerous cousins, of the Shenandoah Valley; and loving friends and neighbors who will miss her smile and humor.

Her daughter would like to thank Charlie and Jennifer Moore, very special neighbors, who watched over and helped Pauline. The family would also like to thank the nurses and staff at Lynchburg General Hospital Neurological Intensive and Intermediate Care Units, and the Hospice Unit at Virginia Baptist Hospital, for the excellent care and support they provided for Pauline and her family during this time.

Pauline's wishes were that her body be donated to science for medical research. A memorial service will be held at a later date for family and friends to celebrate Pauline's life.

Anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider a charity of your choice. Condolence messages may be sent to Shirley Blackwell, 961 Brook St., Lynchburg, VA 24501.