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Louise Platt Obituary
Louise Platt of 501 VES Road, died peacefully November 7, 2009 at Westminster Canterbury. Born August 10, 1919 in Amherst County, she was a daughter of the late Katherine Amonette and Dallas Montellion Davis.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Lawson Platt, M.D. and her sister, Katherine D. Davidson
She was a graduate of Randolph Macon Woman's College and earned her certificate in radiology from the University of Virginia. She was a life long member of Centenary United Methodist Church, a member of the Lynchburg Woman's Club and the Lynchburg Medical Auxiliary.
Louise is survived by her daughter Katherine Ann and her husband, Joseph P.L. Payne of Lynchburg; three sons, William Lawson Platt and his wife, Susan of Jesup, Georgia, Robert Davis Platt and his wife, Bernadette of Lynchburg, Joseph Baxter Platt and his wife, Elizabeth Ewing of Charlottesville, six grandchildren; Kristin P. Puryear, Susan P. Stokes, Benjamin L. Platt, Karen P. Dominguez, Joseph Lee Platt, David B. Platt, one step-grandchild; Brandon L. Oliver, and five great-grandchildren; a nephew, Charles N. Davidson, and two nieces, Nancy D. Neal, and Rosalind Platt.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 in the Commons at Westminster Canterbury, with Rev. Karen Kelly and Rev. Rick Ecklund officiating. The family will receive friends at Westminster Canterbury following the service. Additionally, the family wishes to thank the staff and friends at Westminster Canterbury for bringing pleasure and comfort to Mrs. Platt for these past 11 years.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions may be made to Centenary United Methodist Church, 1501 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503, Westminster Canterbury Fellowship Fund, 501 VES Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503, or the Academy of Fine Arts, attn. Ron Kastner, 600 Main Street, Lynchburg, VA, 24504.
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Louise Platt
George & Margie Notopoulos
November 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nancy Rhodes McCrummen
November 9, 2009
I am so sorry to read about your loss. I always looked forward to seeing Mrs. Platt when I visited at Westminster Canterbury. I also enjoyed occasionally crossing paths with Billy and Katharine Ann. Your mother had a beautiful countenance and was so proud of her family. She will be missed by many. I will keep all of your family in my prayers.
George and Gretchen Morris
November 9, 2009
We read of the passing of Louise in the Roanoke paper today and my heart goes out to the Platt Family. We have known Louise for many years and she always had a cheerful disposition and always would say something pleasant to you. She would leave a room a better place by her just gracing us with her wit and charm
November 9, 2009
We are saddened by your lose. Our sympathy is with you and yours. May you find joy in your memories and comfort in the Lord. Bud and Barbara Frankenthaler (Jesup, GA.)
Kirk Perrow III
November 9, 2009
Louise and my Aunt Martha were great friends. In fact, once, Louise, Aunt Martha, and I even took a trip to Virginia Beach together. When my mother, Epps Perrow, came to Westminster-Canterbury, it was a reunion for us. We had some good talks. I shall miss her. Dear family, I know you will, too.
November 8, 2009
To the loving family of Louise Platt...I am sooo sorry to hear about your mother dying. Our family and yours were so closely tied together for over 60 years. When we celebrated my mother's , Elizabeth Morris Mitchell, 85th birthday.....your mother was the only member invited outside of her own family...because your mother was that close to ours. Your mother was one of her best friends. My heart goes out to you as you deal with your loss. My sympathies are with you all.
Betsy Morris Weaver
Sheryl Robertson
November 8, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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