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Mary Sanford Obituary
Salem - Mary Ann "Momo" Sanford, 86, formerly of Alexandria, Staunton, and Blacksburg, died June 22, 2019 in Salem.
Born May 11, 1933, she was a daughter of the late William McKinley Sanford and Frances Lillian (Van Lear) Sanford. She attended George Washington High School in Alexandria, VA and St. Mary's Academy in Leonardtown, MD. Mary Ann was a long-standing member of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution and she was an accomplished genealogist. She lived in Staunton for over fifteen years before moving to Blacksburg in 1999.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Walton McKinley Sanford, sister Martha Frances Sanford Albert, and former husband George Norris Sr. Surviving are Sanford's son, George Norris and wife Carmel Murphy Norris of Staunton; daughter Rose Norris of Blacksburg; nieces Brenda Buster and Monica Generous; three grandchildren, Aíne Norris, Quintin McClellan Jr., and William McClellan; and her best friend of 86 years, June Barry and husband Jimmy Barry.
Henry Funeral Home is serving the family. Private services will be held with interment at Pleasant View Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.henryfuneralhome.net.
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Eddie Floyd Jr.
July 5, 2019
Sorry for your loss. She was an avid genealogist & blessed many on the other side by doing this great work. God Bless the family at this time & in the upcoming months. Eddie Floyd
July 5, 2019
Sorry to hear of your loss of Mary Ann Sanford. Many are blessed due to her faithful work in genealogy. She was a nice person. May the Lord bless all the family & friends at this time & throught the upcoming days & months. Edward T. Floyd Jr. Fishersville, VA.
Monica (Albert) Generous
July 3, 2019
Fond memories of Aunt Mary will forever inspire. She selflessly nurtured those in need, brightened every gathering with her warm smile and delightful sense of humor, and genuinely treasured and unconditionally loved her family and friends. This exceptional woman leaves us a model to emulate.
Ken Patterson
June 26, 2019
We are so sorry and send our condolences and love to you all. The Patterson family
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