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Lena Siler Obituary

Lena Lambert D. Siler NORFOLK - Lena Lambert Dixon Siler, daughter of the late Dockery and Beulah Lambert, was born in Norfolk and peacefully departed this life Sept. 30, 2010. She was a founding member of Les Gemmes Incorporated, which has grown to include 21 chapters throughout the U.S. She taught for more than 30 years in the public school system. She leaves to cherish her memory a daughter; son-in-law; four granddaughters; six great-grandchildren; a brother, Alexander Lambert; two sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by three brothers and four sisters. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. today, Oct. 7, at Shiloh Baptist Church.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 7, 2010.

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October 7, 2010

Carolyn,
My heartfelt sympathy go out to you and the family in the passing of your mom. May you take comfort in knowing you have a loving angel watching over you. Peace, prayers, and blessings.

Sincerely, Corrine Williams Smith

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