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Esther W. Etheridge

Esther Etheridge Obituary

Esther W. Etheridge NORFOLK - Esther Woodard Etheridge, 89, passed away Jan. 17, 2009. Mrs. Etheridge was born in Conway, N.C. She was the widow of Marion Lee Etheridge and was preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers. She retired from the U.S. Public Health Hospital in Norfolk as a switchboard operator. Survivors include two daughters, Ann E. Crampton of Glen Allen, Va., and Lynn E. Liles of Richmond; four grandchildren, Jennifer Coleman of Charlotte, N.C., Debbie Nelson, Austin and Leigh Liles, all of Richmond; five great-grandchildren, Charissa Coleman and Zachary Coleman of Charlotte, Kiersten, Andrew and Caleb Nelson, all of Richmond. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Smith & Williams Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Frank Crane and Dr. Gary Crampton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Bon Secours Hospice, Richmond or Alzheimer's Association. Friends may sign the guest register book at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Esther Etheridge

15 Entries

Anna Belle Kelly

February 10, 2009

To the Family of Esther,
She was the funnest lady I have every met. We had many laughs coming back from TheGulls Retreat. I loved Esther and have missed since she moved to Richmond. The family has lost a wonderful person that was loved by everyone. Love and Hugs

,

JAN ORGAIN

January 21, 2009

May God give you an appreciation of how your love made a huge difference in your mother's life! You are one of His best, dear friend!

Alice Kish

January 21, 2009

Dear Ann,
I'm praying for you and your family. May loving memories of your mother comfort you. Take care and God bless.
Love in Christ,

Anne Simmons

January 20, 2009

What loving, Christ like servants you & Lynn have been for your Mom. Feeling for you both as it brings the death of my Dad from last year to heart. We love our Moms! Sending loves & hugs - Anne

Karen Mitscherlich

January 20, 2009

Dear Ann,
I know you will miss your mother greatly and am praying for the Lord to give comfort and peace to you and your family during this time.

Tammy Fritz

January 19, 2009

Dear Ann,
I am praying for you and your family as you grieve the passing of your mother and celebrate the life she lived. I know you took good care of her in her last days and I know you will honor her in the days and years to come by the life you live. Love, Tammy Fritz

Leanne Wight

January 19, 2009

Sweet Ann, I am so sorry to hear of your mama's passing. I know you and Lynn will miss her dearly. We pray for God's peace and comfort during this difficult time. Miss you.

January 19, 2009

Dear Ann, What a blessing for you and your sister to be there with your Mom at her time of departure. I thank God for His Grace and Mercy. You are all on our hearts and in our prayers and thoughts as you honor your Mom. We love and miss you. Betty Olson

Diane Hutchinson

January 19, 2009

Mothers are a blessing from God. Take comfort and peace in the precious memories you have of your dear mother.
Blessings and love,
Diane Hutchinson
CBS

Lisa Daner

January 19, 2009

Esther was such a wonderful woman. I first met her when I volunteered at St. Mary's Woods. She came to my home for Christmas and always put a smile on my face when I would see her dancing with her walker. Please know, Esther will truly be missed by many people.

Julie Schoen

January 19, 2009

Dear Ann,
You and Lynn, and all of your family have my sincere and heartfelt sympathy, ~ You and your family will continue to be in my prayers. ~ I miss you so much Ann. ~ In Christian love & friendship. ~Julie

Nancy Lucy

January 19, 2009

I want to express my deepest sympathy to Ann and the entire family. We pray that you will be held in the palm of God's hands as you mourn the loss of your mother.

Sylvia Gibbes

January 19, 2009

Ann, you and your sister were very dedicated to your mother. I am so sorry for your loss and pray for comfort and strength to both of you and your families at this time.

Integrity Collision Center

January 19, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor

January 19, 2009

On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.

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