Helen Virginia Tyree Gentry

Helen Gentry Obituary

Helen Virginia Tyree Gentry was born December 27, 1910 in Franklin County, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late William Smith and Alwilda Law Tyree. Mrs. Gentry was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband of 22 years, Ralph C. Gentry in 1957. She was the last sibling of nine children including the late Jake, Owen, Ben and George Tyree as well as Edna Belcher, Mildred Hoard, Blanche Featherston and Margaret Lovell Ramsey. Church and family played a large role in Mrs. Gentry's life. She had been an active member of Ginter Park United Methodist since 1962, a member of the United Methodist Women for over 65 years, served on the Altar Guild and supported the outreach ministries as long as her health allowed. She was loved and cared for by her daughters and their husbands, Mary P. Jordan and James E. Jordan, Claire G. Crostic and Robert H. Crostic; as well as grandchildren, Michelle P. Garland, Troy L. Pettey and wife, Alice, Stuart C. (Carl) Crostic and Anne Tyree Crostic. Mrs. Gentry was blessed with great-grandchildren, Ashley Garland, Drew Parsons, Cassie and Terry Pettey. Mrs. Gentry's extended family included James and Debbie Jordan; children, Chris, Kristen, and Kaitlyn and Scott and Lori Robertson; children, Casey and Olivia. Other family are nephews, Joseph J. Hoard and wife, Estelle, Richard C. Featherston; and a niece, Beverly F. Massie and husband, Billy, all of Richmond. Visitation will be held at Woody's Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the afternoon and 6 to 8 p.m. in the evening at the Huguenot Chapel. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery on Thursday, November 11, at 11 a.m. and a Service of Remembrance and Celebration will follow at Bon Air United Methodist at 1 p.m. Contributions may be made to the Ginter Park United Methodist Memorial Fund.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 9 to Nov. 10, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Gentry

13 Entries

BETH SHIVELY

November 18, 2004

DEAR CLAIRE, FLAGG & FAMILY,

I WAS VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOU LOSS. AUNT HELEN WAS A WONDERFUL AND GENTLE LADY WHO WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS AND WILL BE MISSED GREATLY.

LOVE,

BETH

Lauren Whittington

November 11, 2004

Dear Mrs. Crostic and family,

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Thinking of you and sending my prayers, along with a big hug.

Clyde, Jean & Laurel Kellogg

November 11, 2004

Dear Claire, Mary Flagg, & Family;

After so many years of companionship, the loss of Mrs. Gentryis heavy in our hearts. We do have faith that she is in a better place, is reunited with her beloved husband, with many friends, with God, and with angels, whom she so greatly resembled.

we deeply regret that we were unable to attend her memorial service, but we will hold her in our hearts forever, and all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

If we can be of service, please let us know. We feel we were graced to have had her as a part of our lives, and we will miss her terribly. We have missed her since she moved from next door to us, and even more since we moved away; Laurel had a surrogate grandmother right next door.

Our love to you all,

Jean, Clyde, & Laurel Kellogg

Georgi Fisher

November 10, 2004

Dear Aunt Claire -

I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you!

Dee Fisher

November 10, 2004

Dearest Claire and family,

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. I know what a special place she held in your heart. Please know that we will hold you close in prayer during this time of loss and reflection.

We love you,

George, Dee, Nan, Brandon and Sister

Carolina Ipock

November 10, 2004

Claire, Mary Flagg and Family,

With your Mother's passing, we have lost another genteel, Southern lady. I will always remember her soft voice, her abiding love of family and her beauty - inside and out. My love and deepest sympathy to you both and to your families.

Carolina

Debbie Craven Bragg

November 10, 2004

Dear Claire, Mary Flagg & Family,

I'm sorry to hear of your Mom's death. Thank you for calling me & letting me know--Claire. I told Mom & my Brothers. I'm so glad that I got to see her last year at my Grandfather's funeral. She & Nonie had such a nice visit. She was such a sweet lady. It was always nice to see her when I went to visit my Grandparents next door on Seddon. They really missed her when she moved away. I smile when I think that they are all together in heaven and her sister Mrs. Hoard too. They will continue to be our guardian angels and watch over all of us.

Take care and know that you all did a wonderful job of taking care of her. I hope to see you tonight or tomorrow.

Love,

Debbie

Billy and Sheila Tyree

November 9, 2004

Mary Flagg and Claire,

We are so sorry to hear about Aunt Helen. She will sadly be missed. We wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carol and Ron Mickey

November 9, 2004

Mary and Claire,

We were sorry to hear that your mother passed away this week. We always felt we knew your mom because Ashley so often talked about her and kept us updated about her health. We will treasure the memory we have of this past Easter when we visited with her. May God give you comfort during this difficult time and for the days ahead. Wonderful memories will help!

Ron and Carol Mickey (Lottie's sister)

Emily Daughtry

November 9, 2004

I'll miss you, Grandma. I'll always remember Sunday lunch at your house after church each week, where I learned to like broccoli and cauliflower! Thank you for the wonderful childhood memories.

Joyce Powell Huddle

November 9, 2004

Dear Mary Flagg and Claire:

Your Mother was such a fine lady as you both already know. I remember her as the Mother of my best friend, but also, as someone to chat with on the bus as we rode home together from our downtown jobs. She was kind and thoughtful, never had an unkind word to say about anyone. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you as you cherish the memories of your Mother.

Love, Joyce

Doug Pulsifer

November 9, 2004

Claire & family,

I was sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I am sure she will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doug, Lisa, Brian & Parker

Mary Kehoe

November 9, 2004

Claire and Mary Flagg,

You are in my prayers and thoughts as you remember the warmth and love of your mother. There is nothing so wonderful as a Christian mother.

With Love,

Mary Liz Kehoe

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