1950
2019
Lamont Elvin Orndorff, 69, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019 at the Winchester Medical Center.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at the Sydenstricker United Methodist Church Chapel, 8508 Hooes Road, Springfield, Virginia 22153 with the Rev. Christy McMillin-Goodwin and the Rev. Alfred Woods officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
As the owner of Springtime Garden Center, Lamont was surrounded by flowers every day and requests in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to First Baptist Church, 14 West First Street, Front Royal or to the Humane Society of Warren County, 1245 Progress Drive, Front Royal to support his strong love for animals.
Lamont was born July 4, 1950 in Alexandria, Virginia to the late Ernest Alfonzo and Grace Virginia Hall Orndorff.
He was also preceded in death by his sister, Lorraine Peverill; and three brothers, Ernest, Gene and Clyde Orndorff.
Survivors include his wife, Ann Orndorff; son, Colby Orndorff (Michella); daughter, Amanda Feaster (Michael); two grandsons, Bryce Orndorff and Christian Feaster; two cats that adopted him, Scooter and Mylie; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Colby Orndorff, Bryce Orndorff, Greg Orndorff, Tristan Turner, John Price, Denny Woolwine, Cody Hafferman and Scott Biggar.
Honorary pallbearers will be Christian Feaster, Mike Feaster, Gary Totten, Herb Harrison, Bobby Shepherd and Bobby Perry.
The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. today, Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.maddoxfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are being handled by Maddox Funeral Home, Front Royal.
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Ann and Family,
We are so heartbroken to hear of Lamont passing. We have known you both for so long. Lamont was one of a kind, who you never want to forget. He will be with us forever.
Thinking of You. You are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
Deepest Sympathy.
Nick & Betty Shannon
September 24, 2019
I am very sad to hear about Lamont. I spent many years working under him at Pepsi in the early 90s. He was one of the best! My condolences to the entire family.
Elliott Smith
September 8, 2019
My condolences to the Orndorff family. With his road trips, Mr. Orndorff bought in a lot of pretties too Springtime along with his smile and customer friendly service both from him, Ann and staff.
Boo Campbell
September 6, 2019
Dear Ann and Family,
We are sorry to hear about Lamont's passing, he will be deeply missed. He did a beautiful landscaping job for us that will always make us think of him.
Tommy & Wanda Carroll
September 5, 2019
Betty and I were shocked to learn of this good man's, Lamont, passing. Our Heartfelt Sympathy to Ann and the family.
Bill and Betty Long
September 5, 2019
Our deepest condolences to Ann and the family. Lamont will truly be missed in our community.
Tom & Carla Sayre
September 4, 2019
Ann and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Lamont's passing, he was always the nicest man no matter when I saw him. You are in my thoughts and prayers, My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family
Sharon Greaser
September 4, 2019
I am shocked to hear of Lamonts passing. We worked together at the phone company in the 70's. Boy, did we have some laughs ! I lost track of Lamont over the years, but often thought of him. A great person, no Doubt. I will never forget him. My Heartfelt Sympathy to his Family. May Peace and Comfort be with his Family.
Doug Dellinger
September 3, 2019
So sorry to hear of Mr. Orndorff's passing. My condolences to his family. He will be missed.
David Cook
September 3, 2019
We are so sad to hear this news. We are thinking about you and your family, Ann.
Doug and Lyn Bement
September 3, 2019
Dear Ann, Colby and family
I will remember Lamont as a very special human being whose spirit lives on in my garden that he laid out for me, and in so many gardens in our area. We will certainly miss him but I send him my love on his soul's journey. Hugs and blessings
Sigrid Hepp-Dax
September 3, 2019
Dear Ann & Family-We are Very saddened to hear of Lamont's passing.
He will be very missed by ALL those whose lives he touched.
May the Memories that you hold closest to your Heart, bring you Peace & Comfort.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Pat & Steve Goode
September 3, 2019
We are shocked and saddened by the passing of Lamont. We were visiting our farm in Front Royal this past weekend and had planned to stop by the Garden Center and just say hello. He was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to his family. May the Peace of Christ be with you during this time of mourning.
Jeb Hockman
September 3, 2019
I remember he would always carry my veggies to the car for me He was such a gentleman and I will miss him very much. His passing was such a shock My deepest sorrow for your lossv
MICHELLE HARRELL
Friend
September 2, 2019
I couldn't have been more shocked to hear of Lamont's death. I am so sorry for the family and to Ann, his wife. I am without words. Our condolences. He will be missed.
Herbert Easton
Friend
September 1, 2019
So very sorry for his family. Love and prayers
Dale Dodson-Gorham
Friend
September 1, 2019
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