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1921
DIED
2012
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Harvey Furr Obituary
A funeral service will be held on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home conducted by The Rev. Greg Amos. Interment will follow in the Seventh Day Adventist Church Cemetery in Stanley with military honors by the VFW Post 2123 of Winchester.
Mr. Furr was born April 7, 1921 in Fauquier County, son of Jackson R. and Katherine Haley Furr. Mr. Furr was a WW II veteran having served in the US Army and received the Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal and the WW II Victory Medal. He retired from Avtex Fibers, was a landscaper, and had worked for Walmart in Front Royal. Mr. Furr was a life member of VFW Post 1860 and American Legion Post 0141. He was also a member of The National Wildlife Federation and The Wounded Warrior Project.
Mr. Furr was predeceased by his first wife, Irene Lunceford Kumagai, and his second wife, Malissa Anna Taylor Furr.
Surviving are three sons, Harvey N. Furr, Jr, of Woodbridge, David L. Furr, of Nokesville, and Chief Richard H. Furr, Sr. and wife Ruth of Front Royal; one daughter, Christine E. Crittenden of Springfield; two brothers, Charlie Furr of Boise, ID, and Daniel Furr of Culpeper; four sisters, Alice Trenum of Locust Grove, Mable Canard of Warrenton, Georgie Dawson of Summerduck, and Virginia Worley of Remington; eleven grandchildren, Dianna Frazier, H. David Furr, Tammy Rhoades, Carolyn D. Rector, Darrell L. Furr, Dominic W. Furr, Anthony D. Furr, Rebecca Winstead, John H. O'Quinn, Jr., Richard H. "Ricky" Furr, Jr. and Danielle Furr; and fourteen great-grandchildren. Mr. Furr was also survived by a long time friend, Marleen Werner of Bayse.
He was predeceased by one daughter, Joanne J. O'Quinn; four brothers, Howard Furr, Jack Furr, Wesley Furr, and Joe Furr; and two sisters, Elizabeth "Sis" Wines, and Ruth Slayton.
Pallbearers will be members of the Front Royal Police Department.
The family will receive friends on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Oral Roberts Ministries, P.O. Box 2187, Tulsa, OK 74102-2187 or to Breakthrough Urban Ministries, P.O. Box 47200, Chicago, IL 60647.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harvey Furr
Sponsored by Robin and Gary Fraser, sister and brother in law to Ruth and Richard Furr.
Sandra Heiston
April 11, 2012
Condolences are so inadequate during these times, and may seem hollow. But, know that you are in many peoples thoughts and prayers, and that many wish you well. Even though this awful sting will not leave completely, it will eventually fade to a slight pang. Stay strong, you two, and know that you are not alone in your loss and grief. Sandra and Benny Heiston ( Richmond, VA )
Sandra Heiston
April 11, 2012
Condolences are so inadequate during these times, and may seem hollow. But, know that you are in many peoples thoughts and prayers, and that many wish you well. Even though this awful sting will not leave completely, it will eventually fade to a slight pang. Stay strong, you two, and know that you are not alone in your loss and grief. Sandra and Benny Heiston ( Richmond, VA )
Brenda Hale
April 11, 2012
We are sadden for the loss of your beloved Father, Richard! May all your memories of him help you thru these difficult times! We are praying for your family and you. May God Bless all of you! Love Larry, Brenda and Family (Cartersville ,Ga.)
The Lopez Family
March 17, 2012
Dear Richard and Ruth, we are so sad for the loss of your beloved father....although we never met, he sounded like a true hero and wonderful Christian man of God. We're glad for a "heavenly reunion!"
Crystal Lewis
March 7, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Harvey at Walmart in Front Royal and he always brightened my day when I would come to work. Harvey you will be truly missed by all. I was also his neighbor at Royal Arms Apartments in Front Royal. We will miss you. Our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Joy Turner
March 6, 2012
Sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.I checked on him quite a bit.He lived at the Ridge Apts in woodstock, and I am actually the one that found him.He will truly be missed.
David Winsatt
March 5, 2012
Chief,
Sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.
Dave "Pooh" Winsatt
Debbie Beatty Goisse
March 5, 2012
Richard & family,
May God bless each of you in your time of sorrow. Keeping you in thoughts and prayers.
Dennis Burke
March 4, 2012
Richard
I am sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Dennis Burke
J.R. Dove
March 3, 2012
Sorry for your loss, Ive been through it and know what your going through if I can do anything just lrt mr knoe,
Kellie, Sydney, Brady & Corey Rhoads
March 3, 2012
We will miss our Great Grandpa & our hearts go out to our Mom and her family.
March 3, 2012
Uncle Harvey had a love of life that sets
an example for all of us. He had a great
smile and a wonderful laugh and was also was a hard worker. I 'm so glad I spent
time with him last year. Uncle Harvey, I love you and will remember you. Betty Poe, Niece
March 2, 2012
Dear Chief Richard, Ruth,and Children: I am so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. He seemed to be doing so well. You all are in my prayers. I never met met Mr. Furr but thru you,Chief, felt like I knew him. I know that with your faith in God that you will find the comfort you will need in these very trying times. My deepest sympathy to you all. God Bless you. Dee Stokes
Dianna Furr-Frazier
March 2, 2012
I will miss you and your smile always love you grandpa
Debbie Hunter
March 2, 2012
Mr.Furr had a warm personality and was always concerned for others. He worked for my family doing landscaping and was always so kind and concientious!
My deepest sympathy to his family@
Bill and Donna Ralls
March 2, 2012
Dear Richard and Ruth,Our prayers for you and your family. We trust you will receive comfort from Him.
March 2, 2012
Richard and Ruth You have my deepest sympathies and you are in my thoughts and prayer. God bless your family.
Ron Ricucci Frederick,Md
Robert Cooley
March 2, 2012
My heartfelt sympathy to the Furr family during this trying time.
Jeff & Jennifer Grim
March 2, 2012
Chief Furr:
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wayne Sealock
March 2, 2012
Richard,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless
Wayne and Sue
Patricia Cullers
March 2, 2012
Richard & Ruth, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. We are in Florida, so cannot be there, but out thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Bob Cullers
Jeannie Grigsby
March 2, 2012
Sorry to hear of your loss.
March 2, 2012
My brother will be missed greatly. I love you brother!!
Jenny Furr
Alice Curtis
March 2, 2012
To the Furrr family,
This wonderful man will be mised greatly. He was more thanjust an uncle to me. He was also my friend. He was always the first around for everything. I loved his smile and his spirit. I will miss him greatly. I love you Uncle Harvey.
Alice Curtis
Your Niece
Ike Painter
March 2, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Robin and Gary Fraser
March 1, 2012
Dearest Richard, Ruth and family. We are sad to hear about Harvey and wish with all my heart that I could be there to be with you at your time of loss. I have many fond memories of times with Harvey.
Debbie Hershey
March 1, 2012
So sorry to hear of Mr. Furrr's passing. He was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Stephanie Diaz
March 1, 2012
Furr Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thought and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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