GRADY, Marion Avis, 89, passed on into eternal life April 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, William; a son, Reuben; and granddaughter, Kathy Ann. She leaves behind four sons, Jim, Tater, Skeeter and Puggy; one sister, Martha Hawk; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was a lifelong member of Mizpah Christian Church, and a retired correctional officer at VCCW. Remains rest at Norman Funeral Home, where family will receive friends Monday, April 20, 2009 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at Mizpah Christian Church at 11 a.m. Interment church cemetery. Contributions may be made to Mizpah Christian Church, 5257 Old Columbia Rd., Goochland, Va. 23063.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Puggy,Linda and the rest of the family,
We are so sorry to hear of "mama" passing. Know that you are in our prayers and she's in heaven now, dancing once again.
With our deepest sympathy and love,
Sam & Sarah Dunn
April 22, 2009
We were saddened to hear of Avis' passing. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Should you need anything, please feel free to call on us.
Jeff and Gail Brooks
April 21, 2009 | Maidens, VA
Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the entire Grady family from the folks of Ragland Church
Pastor Ed Rodriguez Jr
April 21, 2009 | Sandy Hook, VA
I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was such a thoughtful and caring lady. May the special memories and love you shared with her be of comfort to you in the days and years ahead.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Sandra Allen Gee
April 21, 2009 | Harrisonburg, VA
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome...
Donna Grady MacLaurin
April 20, 2009 | Ashland, VA
To the Grady family,
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Grady's passing. My thoughts are with you all.
Wernice Robertson
April 20, 2009 | Mechanicsville, VA
Puggy,
You are a son that took good care of your Mom. May knowing that and God's love and promises comfort you and your family now.
Dan Garriques
April 20, 2009 | Mineral, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Reggie Barnes
April 20, 2009 | Mechanicsville, VA
