Photo courtesy of J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg
Petersburg, Virginia
Mrs. Clarice Daphne Lyons Neal, 90, of 1407 Custer Street, (formerly of 22 Spring Street), a life-long resident of Petersburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2014. She was a member of St. Stephen?s Episcopal Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Herman Neal and her parents, Leroy and Eunice A. Lyons.
Clarice is survived by her daughter, Daphne Harris-Jones; grandchildren, Tanya A. Harris (Leon) and Eric D. Jones; four great grandchildren; devoted caretaker, Lois Thompson, and a host of cousins and friends to cherish her memory.
Graveside service for Mrs. Clarice Daphne Lyons Neal will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, April 14, 2014, at Dinwiddie Memorial Park, 7324 Church Road, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Willis Foster, Rector of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Petersburg, eulogist.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Neal at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to the St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Building Fund, 228 Halifax Street, Petersburg, Virginia 23803, in memory of Mrs. Clarice Neal.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Daphne and Family, Our sincere regards on loss the of your Mother. I have memories of Mars & Webster Streets, the (ICE CREAM TRUCK) (Smiles!!!) . Ms. Clarice always had a quiet and sweet spirit. Rejoice in the memories you made with her. My cousin Doris asked about you. Much Love,
Charlotte Washington Glass & Family
April 30, 2014 | Hopewell, VA
Daphne,
Tommy and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious mother. I have such fond memories of our childhood together at your house with your mom and dad. May your memories give you comfort and strength to endure. With deepest sympathy, Tommy and Gloria Glass Tucker
April 23, 2014
Daphne,
Mothers hold a special place in our hearts. Even though your mother is no longer with you, may your memories of her give you comfort. And, may God give you the peace, strength and comfort needed during this time of sadness. With deepest sympathy.
Olivia E. Batts
April 13, 2014 | Petersburg, VA
WISHING YOU COMFORT,PEACE,AND HOPE IN THIS TIME OF SADNESS.
'IN DEEPEST SYMPATHY'
JOSEPH LYONS SR.
April 13, 2014 | PETERSBURG, VA
Dearest Daphne,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. Your family like mine were strong supporters of our dear St. Stephen's. Seeing her photo brings back such fond memories. May she rest in peace.
Judy turner-Williams
April 13, 2014 | Columbia, MD
As a life-long member of St.Stephens, Clarice and Herman were life-long friends. Very sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to the family.
-Ricki Gilliam
Matthew "Ricki" Gilliam
April 12, 2014 | Woodbridge, VA
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.
Judy Bland
April 12, 2014
