Clara Theora Guilliams Sigmon

Clara Sigmon Obituary

Clara Theora Guilliams Sigmon, 100, of Callaway, Va., a loving mother and grandmother went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. She loved the Lord, reading her Bible, her family, her mountain home and her two dogs, "BB" and "CC." Preceding Clara in death were her loving husband of 60 years, James Norman Sigmon; son and daughter-in-law, Marvin Mansfield Sigmon and wife, Eva; parents, Henry Lee and Charlotte Belle Mason Guilliams; sisters and brothers, Carrie G. Moran, Annie Guilliams, Moyer Guilliams, Clifford Guilliams, Randolph Guilliams and Louis Guilliams; half sisters, Mary Belle Jones, Lutie G. Nester and Mattie Guilliams; and half brothers, Charlie Guilliams and Jack Guilliams.
Surviving to cherish her memory are daughters and sons-in-law, Gladys Pate and husband, Herman, Doris Montgomery and husband, Junior, Ruth Walker and husband, Jack, and Charlotte Austin and husband, Rodger; sons and daughters-in-law, James "Toby" Sigmon and wife, Blanche, and Ronnie Sigmon and wife, Rosemary; 13 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; seven greatgreat-grandchildren; special sisters-in-law, Katie Guilliams and Nadine Guilliams; her two dogs, "BB" and "CC;" a number of nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors; special friends, Minnie and Jim Hartman; and her other girls, Frances, Shirley and Glenda.

Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, from the chapel of Lynch Funeral Home with Pastor Eddie Peters and the Rev. David Codington officiating. Interment to follow at Franklin Memorial Park. Friends may call after 3 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m.
The family wishes to express a heartfelt thank you to her special caregivers, Beverly and Joe Rutter, for all the wonderful care and love shown to our mother and our family. Heaven surely sent us angels to care for her, also to the staff of Carilion Hospice of Franklin County for all their love and kindness and to Doctors Page and Longmire and the staff at Carilion Family Practice and Internal Medicine, Boones Mill.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made in Clara's name to the Piedmont Presbyterian Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 68, Callaway, Va. 24067. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, 140 Floyd Ave., Rocky Mount, Va. 540-483-5533.

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith" 2nd Timothy 4:7

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 16 to Oct. 17, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Clara Sigmon

8 Entries

Margaret Cox

October 20, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Laura & Bobby Thomas

October 20, 2008

Dear Gladys & Herman, and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and the family.

Kitty and David Katt

October 18, 2008

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we see the passing of Theora. We loved to visit when we could to hear her stories of times long past and to hear her joy in her Savior and in her family. Theora was not only blessed, she was a blessing to many people. Blessings to the family left behind. May your memories of Theora keep and sustain you in your sorrow.

Norma Webb

October 17, 2008

Theora was the only name Goldie and Pee Wee ever called her, so Roger and I did the same. She was like a light from heaven here on earth. We enjoyed our visits with her and she will be missed.God bless the family, you are in our prayers.
Love Roger and Norma Webb

Lynwood Ray Guilliams

October 17, 2008

I am so sorry to here about Aunt Fene' passing. I will truly miss her.

Penny Guilliams Todd

October 17, 2008

Aunt Fene' will be greatly missed, she was a wonderful woman with many stories to tell. I always loved going up on the mountain to visit with her. It was such a peaceful place. May God bless you all!

Love,
Penny, Mervin & Trey

Loretta Williams

October 17, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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