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Leigh Faulconer Obituary
Leigh Anne Faulconer, 52, of Radford passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Christiansburg.
Leigh was a 1987 graduate of Spotsylvania High School. Following her graduation from Virginia Tech in 1991, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology, Leigh went on to earn her Master of Science, Family and Child Development at Virginia Tech in 1994 and in 1998 a Master's in Social Work from Radford University. Leigh dedicated over twenty-five years of service to her adopted home in the New River Valley Region. She started her career at the Women's Resource Center of the New River Valley, later over ten years as a Hospice Social Worker with Carilion Clinic Hospice and New Century Hospice in Wytheville. Her last place of employment was at Blue Ridge Cancer Care in Blacksburg. Leigh was a member of Lifeline Church Christiansburg, Virginia.
Leigh was born on June 9, 1969 in Fredericksburg to James A. and Mary R. Faulconer. Including her parents, Leigh is also survived by her brother, James V. Faulconer (Kelly); niece Alexandria L. Faulconer (Tate); sister Jamie L. Faulconer. Her Post Oak family includes an uncle Richard C. Faulconer (Teri); aunt Dean F. Blackly (Chuck); maternal great-uncle and aunt Donald L. and Dean C. Wheeler; paternal great-aunt Alice Faulconer Morris; aunts Jessie M. Sale, Barbara A. Groves, Ida M. Robinson, Karen J. Winkler, and Sandi L. Deale; and uncles, Jere M. Robinson (Debbie) and Dennis W. Robinson (Angela); as well as numerous cousins. She also leaves behind a host of friends and co-workers she considered family in the Radford, Blacksburg, and Christian area. Leigh was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, James William and Hazel W. Faulconer; maternal grandparents Jesse F. and Cloetta M. Robinson; an uncle David John Robinson with whom she shared a birthday; also her beloved Corgi, Gracie.
Memorial donations may be made to the Woman's Resource Center of the New River Valley, P.O. Box 477 Radford, VA 24143 or Lifeline Church Christiansburg, VA 100 West Main Street, Christiansburg, VA 24073, or a charity of your choice.
To protect our most vulnerable family members, Funeral Services will be held privately.
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CHARLENE JORDAN
December 2, 2021
I know that Leigh is sorely missed by all who called her friend. I pray that your family finds peace in each other´s arms this holiday season despite having to endure her loss. Peace in the knowledge that Leigh is now whole again and home safe with our Lord.
Angie Martin
November 15, 2021
I was so sad to hear of Leigh's passing. I considered her my friend and enjoyed our many talks via work. She was a very compassionate social worker and her patients and the clinic are suffering a great loss. It is my hope that whomever has her beloved Gracie loves her as much as Leigh did.
Steve and Tamie Brooks
November 13, 2021
Jimmy, Mary and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and comfort you in the days ahead.
Teneara Dial
November 9, 2021
I send light and love to you all in your time of loss. Be blessed and have peace & comfort knowing that Leigh is resting in her Heavenly Father´s arms!
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