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Elwin Lee Pillsbury Jr.

1960 - 2023

Elwin Lee Pillsbury Jr. obituary, 1960-2023, Richmond, VA

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Elwin Pillsbury Obituary

PILLSBURY, Elwin Lee Jr., whom everyone knew as "Lee," passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023, after a brief illness.

Born July 3, 1960, in New York, Lee spent most of his childhood in the Richmond area. He graduated from the old John F. Kennedy High School in 1977 and attended VCU. As a young man, Lee was active in the local theater and music communities, working as crew in several theaters and running sound for bands. In recent years, Lee was involved in politics and political consulting.

Lee is survived by his wife, Linda Medley; stepchildren, Travis Foreman (Jenna Brooks), Stephanie Foreman, Paige Foreman, and Eric Foreman (Gabi Hodges). He is also survived by his father, Elwin Lee Pillsbury Sr. (better known as "Al"); siblings, Judy Sommer (Bob), Kevin Pillsbury (April), and Jeanne Haley; his daughter, Taylor Pillsbury; and many other relatives and folks who loved him.

Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Bliley's Funeral Home, 3801 Augusta Ave., Richmond, Va. 23230, followed by the service at 4 p.m.

A livestream of the service will be available at www.blileys.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jun. 4, 2023.

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Bliley's Funeral Home Central Chapel

3801 Augusta Ave, Richmond, VA 23230

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4:00 p.m.

Bliley's Funeral Home Central Chapel

3801 Augusta Ave, Richmond, VA 23230

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