Mary Drew

Mary Drew

Mary Drew Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2010.
DREW, Deacon Mary L., of Powhatan, Va., departed this life April 15, 2010 in Richmond, Va. She is survived by one son, William Drew Jr. (Elizabeth); two daughters, Laverne Goode (Douglas) and Cynthia Morris; two sisters, Deacon Cora Anderson of Powhatan and Minnie Love of New York; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two aunts, Deacon Edith Cox and Elizabeth Jasper; one brother-in-law, Joseph Allen; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Robert Mealy Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends Sunday, April 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 19 at First Antioch Baptist Church, Powhatan, Va. Rev. Carlton J. Seay officiating. Interment church cemetery.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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April 13, 2022

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April 22, 2010

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April 21, 2010

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Sharese Gunn

April 13, 2022

Not a day goes by that you aren’t on my mind. I thought it would get easier as time passed but I still remember it like yesterday. You will forever be in my heart and on my mind. I love you more than life itself. Until we meet again.

Pam Tarbottom

April 22, 2010

My prayers go out to Mrs. Drew family.I loved Mrs. Drew very much.This is a great loss to me.She was a great friend and customer to me.I will miss her at the pharmacy and her charming laugh.Love you Mrs,Drew

Sharese Gunn

April 21, 2010

BeBe-
There are no words to express how we all feel. You are greatly missed. You were the light in this family. We will make sure that your memories and legacy lives on. You are finally resting and I know that you are smiling down on all of us. I love you more than words can say. We only part to meet again. Until then, I love you BeBe!!!!!!!!!

Sylvia White

April 19, 2010

Dear LaVern and Cindy, your Mother
was a jewel at home and in the Powhatan community. We all share in your loss and sorrow. May your deep faith in a kind and loving God protect and sustain you now and in the future.

Sylvia Gordon White and family,Tampa Fl

Sarah Smith

April 19, 2010

I was very sad to hear about the loss
of your mother. My prayers are that Yahweh would comfort your entire family.

Pamela West

April 18, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you Cindy and your family at this time of sorrow.

Yvonne Jasper- Brown & Family

April 18, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you always.

Jones'

April 18, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Take comfort in the words of Isaiah 25:8, 9

Audery Frenzley & Family

April 18, 2010

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

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