Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Lucy Fanshaw Obituary
She was a lifelong resident of Norfolk and more recently a resident of Yorktown. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Norfolk, for 85 years.
Mrs. Fanshaw was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Cutler Inge; her brother, Ernest Cutler Inge Jr.; and her husband, Benjamin Franklin Fanshaw.
Survivors include her daughter, Mary Lou Mason and husband, Shannon, of Yorktown; her daughter, Sydney Weis, of Atlanta, Ga.; her sister, Frances Baker, of Norfolk; her grandchildren, Shannon Mason of Newport News; Benjamin Mason and his wife, Kelli, of Newport News; Mark Mason of Atlanta, Ga.; Paige Bryan and her husband, Tom, of Richmond; Randy Weis and his wife, Shannon, of Richmond; Ann Carter Catlett of Atlanta, Ga.; and Michael Weis and his wife, Tamara, of Atlanta, Ga..; and 14 great-grandchildren.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2009, at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, by the Rev. Jim Wood.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, 601 Children's Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507.
Arrangements are being handled by H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel. Online condolences may be offered to the family through hdoliver.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lucy Fanshaw
1 Entry
June Baldwin
June 28, 2009
Mary Lou and Sydney,
Our parents shared many good times in Sandston, Jesse and Dot Shumate. When I think of your parents I remember smiles and life being enjoyed. What happy memories you must have. Hang on to them for they will bring you comfort. You are in my prayers during this difficult time. June Shumate Baldwin
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Lucy Fanshaw's name
Memorial Events
for Lucy Fanshaw
How to support Lucy's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Lucy Fanshaw's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
