Sophia McKay

Sophia McKay obituary, Richmond, VA

Sophia McKay

Sophia McKay Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on May 26, 2010.
McKAY, Sophia Joan, 78, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Scotland, passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband Gordan "Don" McKay. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Thomas; grandson, Chad Jacques; her aunt, Nellie Weaver; several nieces and nephews, Susan D. Simkins, Patricia M. Gibson, and David L. and Robert L. Tomlinson; and devoted loving friends, Sherri Lane, Lane Brigman, Stephanie Spath, and Jessica and Jenna Coleman. Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 26 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 27 at Washington Memorial Park.



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May 27, 2010

Our deepest sympathies to Kathy and her family. Hope your memories of Joan bring you comfort during this time of sorrow.

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May 26, 2010

Aunt Joan will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy to her daughter and family.

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