Lillian Estelle Chilton Fields

Lillian Fields Obituary

Lillian Estelle Chilton Fields, 97, a resident of Brandon Oaks in Roanoke, Va., died Friday, December 11, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband, W. Price Fields. They were married for 51 years. Estelle was born in Roanoke on October 9, 1912, and was the daughter of the late James Mark Chilton and Ivie Brown Persinger. Estelle was a lifelong resident of Roanoke. She was also predeceased by her three sisters, Kathleen Brown Godfrey, Lucille Garst and Mary Rodger Spicer. Those remaining to cherish her memory include daughter and son-in-law, Colette and Jim Hinson, of Smith Mountain Lake, and daughter, Priscilla Booker and Charles Harbaugh, of Virginia Beach, Va. She was a loving grandmother to her three grandsons, Mark Davidson, Mel Booker and wife, Joan, Price Booker and wife, Abby. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Jake Booker, Kyle Booker and Hadley Booker. Also surviving are beloved and dear nieces, Marie Jamison and Ivie Ellis and husband, Edwin. Estelle was one of the first residents to move into Brandon Oaks in 1994. She loved her life there and made many friends there through the years. In recent years, she has been in the Assisted Living section where she was supported by loving and capable staff members and by beloved private duty caregivers. For this, her family is very grateful. Estelle was a very active member of Virginia Heights Baptist Church for over 60 years. A gracious woman of quiet faith, Estelle loved her church and her family. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel, Sunday December 13, 2009, from 4 to 6 p.m. A funeral service honoring the life of Estelle Fields will be conducted at noon Monday, December 14, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Reverend C. Nelson Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. Arrangements are being made by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.

Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, 2009.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Lillian Fields

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

While I have not seen Aunt Estelle for many years, I have wonderful memories of her and Uncle Price and Colette and Priscilla. She had a very welcoming spirit and such a great sense of humor. Fondly, Sandra Fields Seymour

Sandra Seymour

January 3, 2010

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Lillian Fields's name

Memorial Events
for Lillian Fields

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Lillian's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Lillian Fields's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more