Edith Pace Obituary
Edith Marie (Kirby) Pace, 78, of Scottsville, left her loving and devoted family on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, after a long, courageous battle with cancer, to join her heavenly father whom she loved very much. She passed at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born on November 11, 1932 in Albemarle County, a daughter of the late George W. and Kathryn Kirby. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, Claude Leonard "Honey" Pace Jr.; three sisters, Willie Herndon, Ruth Herndon and Jean Ann Kirby; and a special nephew, Kenneth M. Herndon Jr., who was like a brother to her. Mrs. Pace was a long-time member of Calvary Baptist Church in Scottsville and retired from Uniroyal. Her greatest love was serving her Lord and caring for her family. Survivors include her children, Wanda Matney and her husband, Oliver, James Pace and his wife, Janet, Richard Pace and his wife, Diane, Barbara Shifflett and her husband, Rodney, Michael Pace and his wife, Kathy, all of Scottsville; and Kathy Snoddy and her husband, Sam, of Buckingham; 10 grandchildren; 13great-grandchildren; a brother, George H. Kirby of Scottsville; a devoted niece who was like a sister, Frances Herndon of Scottsville; a loving great-nephew, Jeffrey Suddarth of Scottsville; and her beloved dog, Buckshot. A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, October 14, 2011, at Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville by Pastor Terry Tolliver of St. Andrews Baptist Church in Buckingham. Burial will follow at Scottsville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Thursday, October 13, 2011, at the funeral home. Edith's family wishes to thank the staff of Hospice of the Piedmont and the Hope Center at Martha Jefferson Hospital for all their professional love, care and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911 or to the American Cancer Society, 1445 Rio Road East, Suite 104, Charlottesville, VA 22901. Family and friends may share memories and photos at www.thackerbrothers.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Sylvia Ray
October 16, 2011
I will always remember Edith laughing and smiling at the Kirby reunions! Your family has truly been blessed to have shared so many years together and to have created beautiful memories for a lifetime. May those memories help you all in your time of need. The Scottsville Kirbys won't be the same!
Love to all,
Sylvia
Brian Ward
October 14, 2011
I will forever miss our talks grandma...you have provided me with great advice with all of your wisdom! I love you and miss you and will always cherish you!
Judy Christian
October 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all.
David and Cindy Breeden
October 14, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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October 14, 2011
To All The Pace Family,
I know that it is never easy to say goodbye to a loved one especially someone as loving and caring as your mother. She believed in the Lord and put her trust in him so all of you would not have to worry about her. Just believe in the same and know that she is reuniting with the love of her life.
Marilyn and Stella Napier
October 14, 2011
Barbara
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Gibson ruckersville va
Joyce Broderick
October 14, 2011
Barbara and family I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my heart and my prayers and if their is anything I can do for the family please let me know.
Ina & Lewis Baird
October 14, 2011
Grief is so hard to bear, but your special memories will help you all cope. We are remembering you and Edith today and always. May God Bless all of you.
Garry Collins
October 14, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Johnny Harris
October 14, 2011
Sorry for your loss, Johnny says he knows Honey's happy to have her dancing with him again.
Johnny and Julie Harris
Kelsey H
October 13, 2011
So sorry to for your loss, Edith was a great person
October 13, 2011
To the Pace family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Pace family. I know you will all miss her very much. God Bless!!
Patrick,Latita,Luke and Shelby Clements
October 13, 2011
To all of you, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother I loved her like a sister she was my best friend and I'll always cherish her God bless each one of you.love Virginia Ann
Irene Martin
October 13, 2011
Wanda & Family and Kathy & Family, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother.
James and Lisa Napier
October 13, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Edith was a wonderful lady.
richard & bessie breeden
October 13, 2011
james and janet, may our heavenly father give you peace in this time of your lost.
Makayla "Doodlebug"
October 13, 2011
I will always cherish the memories and the wonderful times we spent together and will carry you forever in my heart.
I know you will always be watching over me. I love you Granny.
Lisa Moses
October 13, 2011
James, Janet and family, so sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness.
Love ya,
Lisa
JOANN SHELTON AND FAMILY
October 13, 2011
BARBARA AND FAMILY,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF. MAY YOU CONTINUE TO FEEL COMFORTED BY THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Debbie Southall
October 13, 2011
Barbra so sorry to hear aboutyour mom. My prayers are with you and your family .I pray you find peace at this most heart breaking time.
Margaret T. Napier
October 13, 2011
To All Members of the Pace Family,
It seems just yesterday that Edith and I shared many precious years working together. I will always cherish the photograph of the two of us taken together at my retirement. I hope you will also find that special photo or memory that brings you joy rather than sadness during this difficult time. May you all now find peace and solace in knowing that your mother can now continue her beautiful romance with Mr. Pace in the holy chapel in the sky. My thoughts will be with you always.
Jr. & Paula Wyant
October 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anthony, & Tina Breeden
October 13, 2011
To the Pace family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I do not think she ever met a stranger,we will always will remember her beautiful smile. We are praying for your family.
Shawn & Lisa Denby
October 13, 2011
James, Richard, Michael, Wanda, Kathy, and Barbara - I know your hearts are broken. Your Mom was a fantastic lady. I know you will miss her deeply. We are thinking about you all. God Bless, Shawn and Lisa Denby
Kimberly Haislip
October 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Pace family at the loss of your loved one. It is never easy to say goodbye to someone you love, but God will guide you through the dark days ahead.
E.R. DEANE (DEANO)
October 13, 2011
To Richard and Family ,
May Friends and Family comfort you at this difficult time .
October 13, 2011
We love you, Wanda and Kathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Betsy and Hunter
Christine Wilson
October 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Alyse Hall
October 13, 2011
To the Pace Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God Bless.
Alyse and Bill Hall
Tracy Roach
October 12, 2011
To Barbara and her family, your mom will be missed very much but she will be in you'lls hearts everyday. You'll are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy, Joe, Katelyn, and Haley Roach
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