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J. Fly Obituary

Joseph Patrick Fly, 61, of Sterling Point, died on January 3, 2021 at home with his family. Mr. Fly was a native of Portsmouth, VA and was retired from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where he served faithfully as a High Priest, Bishop and youth leader.

Survivors include his wife, Lora; daughter Risa and son Joshua; mother Minnie Louise Fly; brother Thomas E. Fly; sister Rhonda Leigh Pearce, and countless nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside funeral service will be held at 1:30 pm Friday, Jan. 8, 2020 at Olive Branch Cemetery. All other services are private. Loving Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.LovingFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 6, 2021.

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Thomas V. Whelan, M.D.

December 31, 2024

I will never forget Mr. Fly nor his strength and courage. Please know he will be in my heart and mind forever, as well as his loving family.

Thomas Whelan

January 3, 2024

I will never forget the quiet yet heroic battle Mr. Fly waged with his health conditions. He was a courageous and brave man. As is said, "never forget" and surely he will never be forgotten by all who loved him and witnessed his fight to live. May he rest eternally in peace and free of the bodily suffering he experienced in life.

Maritza Lucía Montegross

January 10, 2021

My deepest condolences to you & your family. I pray that the wonderful memories, love from family & friends and most importantly your faith will help you cope with this terrible grief. If there is anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Thomas Whelan

January 8, 2021

To his family: your beloved will never be forgotten by me for his quiet demeanor and courage in the face of so many health issues attributable to diabetes. To Patrick: may you be at peace amongst the host of heavenly angels. Until we meet again in the afterlife, you will always be in my heart and prayers.

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Kathleen Allison

January 6, 2021

Lora, I was so sorry to learn about your husband. I never met Pat, but you always lit up when you talked about your family -- only a good man draws that out. I know he will be missed. I wish you and your family peace and solace.

Kathleen Allison

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Mark Poisson

January 6, 2021

I was fortunate to have served with Pat and more fortunate to be able to call him "friend". Shelia and I are saddened by this loss but know and take comfort in the knowledge that Pat has tremendous faith in Heavenly Father's Plan of Salvation. Lora, Josh and Risa I hope you are at peace but cannot imagine the incredible sadness you feel at this time. We love you and stand with you in mourning your loss.

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