Tina Opal Phillips Gallimore

Tina Opal Phillips Gallimore, of Dugspur, Va., departed this life to take her place in Heaven on Monday, September 15, 2008. Her husband, Glenn Dean Gallimore, precedes her in death. Tina is survived by her five devoted children, eldest son, Billy Dean Gallimore and wife, Linda, eldest daughter, Sandra and husband, L.D. McGrady, Robert Gallimore and wife, Karen, youngest daughter, Betty Quesinberry, and youngest son, David Wayne Gallimore. She leaves behind, five very caring grandchildren, Greg, Susan, Allen, Philip and Shane; and seven beautiful great-grandchildren which always brought a smile to her face, Jake, Katherine, Evan, Mason, Kayla, Johanah and Joclyn. A special niece, Ann Howard, as well as several other nieces and nephews and many dear friends will also miss her. Tina was born on December 19, 1920. She grew up on Berry's Creek in Indian Valley, Va. She loved it there and enjoyed going for drives on those back country roads visiting with friends and family. She was a hard worker, a wonderful homemaker and loving mother. She always faced her day with a smile. She loved gardening and enjoyed canning and cooking. Nobody ever went hungry at Tina's house. My children still talk about those hot buttered biscuits made from scratch with a helping of homemade applesauce. She had unwavering faith in her Christian belief. She never had an unkind word to say about anyone. She was so patient, so kind and so soft spoken. Tina Gallimore had a true HEART OF GOLD. All those that knew her loved her. Blessed was she with a loving family and long and rich life. Cradled with care and encompassed by love we lift her up with heavy hearts. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, September 19, 2008, at Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel with the Rev. Elmon Thompson and Dr. Allen Cherry officiating. Burial will follow in the Gallimore Thompson Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, September 18, 2008, from 7 until 9 p.m. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.