CHALLENOR, Elmer Manly, 93, of Richmond, passed away of natural causes on September 16, 2020. He is survived by his two daughters, Patricia Lipes (Greg) and Carol Copeland; and his two sons, Stephen (Diane) and Michael. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Christine, David, Jason, Courtney, Tracy, Brian, Tayler, Christopher and Trever; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Martha Ann Challenor; as well as two of his grandchildren, Matthew Challenor and Conner Copeland. He was a proud cadet graduate of John Marshall High School and attended Randolph Macon College. Known affectionately as "Bub" and "PaPa," he will be remembered for his stubbornness as well as his generosity. Honoring his wishes, only a private, immediate family service will be held. The family request no flowers.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Sep. 20, 2020.

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Al Loth

September 14, 2021

Bubba and Martha Ann were two of our very good friends in High School and in our early adult lives. Sadly we lost contact in later years. May they rest in peace.

Albert Linwood Loth

September 25, 2020

Bubba and Martha Ann were close high school and young adult friends of my wife Doris and mine.
Unfortunately, with time and distance, we drifted apart . I will not forget the good young days together. May they both rest in peace.

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