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Elizabeth Word
1945 - 2022
Elizabeth Word
1945 - 2022
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BORN
1945
DIED
2022
Elizabeth Word Obituary
Elizabeth Ann Word, born June 20, 1945, departed her life on Monday, November 14, 2022 at her home on Park Ave in Lynchburg, VA. She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Ellen Word, previously of Rustburg, VA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Hazel Patterson Jones and her daughter-in-law, Tammy Wilson Word.
She is survived by her two sons, Carl I Word Sr. and Cary G. Word; seven grandchildren, Quincy Morris (LaKeisha), Cedric Davis, Kelly D. Word, Carl I Word Jr., Morgan Word, Christopher Word and Tobias DeLoatch; 11 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren; five nephews, David Patterson Jr. (Thuy), James Patterson, Thomas Patterson (Tammy), Raymond Patterson (Lisa) and William Patterson and a host of friends and family that will miss her dearly.
Special thanks to UVA Dialysis, Lynchburg Pace, Lynchburg Fire Department, Michelle Callaway for caring for Elizabeth and Sheryl Word for her help during this difficult time.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held 1p.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Condolences may be emailed to [email protected].
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Love you RIP
R Bryant
November 18, 2022
RIP love Raenieka and Family
R Bryant
November 18, 2022
Gonna miss you dearly now you and grandma are together again RIP
Carolyn Jones
November 18, 2022
I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the Word family,my thoughts and prayers to you all
Tobias DeLoatch
November 17, 2022
LOVE YOU GRANDMA ❤❤
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Shirley Jones
November 16, 2022
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Elizabeth. She was a sweet and kind lady who loved her family dearly. She will be missed by all who got the chance to know her. I will always remember her quiet demeanor and her beautiful smile. Strength and comfort to the family! Rest In Peace, Elizabeth.
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