Douglas Willard Stump Sr.

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Douglas Stump Obituary

Douglas Willard Stump Sr., of Pearisburg, Va., and most recently of Bedford, Va., died on Wednesday, December 16, 2009, at Lynchburg General Hospital, Lynchburg, Va. Doug was born on February 5, 1936, in Giles County, Va., to the late Thomas and Zora Morris Stump. He was predeceased by two brothers, Charles and William Stump; and by three sisters, Virginia Stump, Frances Williams and Mable Martin. Doug is survived by two sons, Douglas "Dusty" Stump II and wife, Jerri, of Roopville, Ga., and Robert "Rowdy" Stump and wife, Shannon, of Bedford, Va.; and one daughter, Penny Stump Bishop and husband, Alan, of Danville, Va. He is survived by seven grandchildren, Douglas Turner, Brad Bishop, Jeffry Bishop, Charish Stump, Desiree Warner, Mary Stump, and Caleb Stump; two stepgrandchildren, Jessi Sheehan and Casey Hall; and three great-grandchildren. He is survived by one sister, Ella Hobbs, of Pearisburg, Va. The mother of his children, Wanda Price Stump, also survives him, as do several nieces and nephews and many relatives and friends. Doug graduated from Pearisburg High School as a proud "Red Devil," served with the United States Marine Corps, earned his bachelor of science degree in education from Concord College in West Virginia, masters of science degree from Radford College and Ed.D. from University of California. Doug's other advanced studies were at Duke University and University of Virginia. Doug was known best as a scholar, a teacher, a coach, and a principal of which he took pride in and dedicated his life to education. His years in education included Greenville County, Va., Carroll County, Va., and Prince William County, Va. Doug has been a member of the United Methodist Church beginning as a child at the Bluff City Methodist Church and most recently the Ingram Village United Methodist Church, Pearisburg. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2009, at Givens Funeral Home and the family will receive friends on Thursday evening, December 17, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. with burial at Fairview Cemetery in Narrows, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations for a scholarship in memory of Douglas Willard Stump Sr. Donations should be sent to DWS Scholarship, 817 Oak Street, Bedford, Va. 24523.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Stump

13 Entries

Jim Shockley

December 19, 2009

Stump Family,

I was very saddened to read about Doug's passing. He was a teacher, JV Football coach, and Varsity basketball coach of mine at Hillsville High School. I remember him fondly and still use some of the lessons I learned from him in my teaching and coaching career (now in my 36th year).
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori Porterfield

December 18, 2009

Rowdy, Shannon and Caleb,
I heard about Mr. Stump last night and am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Lori

Barbara Millirons

December 17, 2009

Rowdy, My heart is filled with sympathy for you and your family.The time your dad spent as my neighbor will never be forgotten. He will always hold a special spot in our hearts. We love you. Take good care of Caleb thru this....

December 17, 2009

we are so sorry to hear about your dad our thoughts and prayers are with you. from the dunford's at 109 sharp street pearisburg,va

Casie Marie Hall

December 17, 2009

Mr. Doug was a wonderful man I am so blessed to say that he was part of my family. I am keeping all the family and friends in my prayers. May God bless everyone. Until we met again Mr. Doug.

Jerri Stanley

December 17, 2009

Doug and I grew up near each other at Bluff City. He was always such a fine person. I saw him this past summer at a filling station in Narrows. He was as friendly and nice as could be. I am proud to have known him. The family is in my prayers and yes we will all be with each other some day. Sincerely,Geraldine "Jerri" Stanley (Ratcliffe)

Punk and Reba Price

December 17, 2009

Penny, Dusty and Rowdy,
Your Dad was a truly good man and will be missed by many. He showed his kindness in so many ways. We loved him and have wonderful memories of him.. May God bless you, sustain you and give you strength. May He walk beside you and keep you safe.
God Bless You,
Punk and Reba

Terry, Barbara and Mason Owen

December 17, 2009

Although we were only able to meet Mr. Stump a couple of times, we know that he played a vital role in the lives of his children and grandchildren. Our hearts are heavy with sympathy for Rowdy, Shannon and Caleb, and for the rest of Mr. Stump's family and friends. We know that they will carry special memories, learned lessons and values imparted to them in the time they were able to share with him.

Carol Emerson

December 17, 2009

Penny Sue & Family,

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May God be with you during the difficult days ahead and may you find comfort in knowing that you are lifted up in prayer.

Carol Emerson

December 17, 2009

Wanda:

So sorry to learn of Doug's passing. I remember both of you VERY
WELL from our days at Concord---
May Doug rest in peace.

Wendell (Ippy) Johnson
Plantation, Fl

Melvin Shumate

December 17, 2009

Penny and Alan,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Stump. It is very difficult losing a parent. Keep him in your heart and cherish the memories. One day, you'll be together again.

God Bless,

Maryjane Espravnik

December 17, 2009

To the Stump children:

I had your father as my junior high principal in Hillsville VA. He was always friendly and was never too busy to talk to a student. You are in my prayers

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