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Travis Conner Obituary

CONNER, Travis John, 30, of Richmond, passed away Friday, January 11, 2008. He is survived by his parents Walter R. and Cynthia S. Conner; two brothers, Jarod M. and Luke W. Conner; a sister, Betsy A. Conner; and his maternal grandmother, Charlotte M. Snyder. He is also survived a close friend and companion, Tasha Cortimilla; and close friends, Tim Barry and Brent Laverde. Travis lived a life of adventure, and loved to travel, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from James Madison University. In his lifetime he touched many people's lives throughout the world. The family will receive friends on Monday, January 14, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Nelsen Funeral Homes' Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland. A Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Ann's Catholic Church, 105 S. Snead Street, Ashland. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial gifts be made in Travis's memory to your favorite charity or cause.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2008.

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Barry Whitley

December 2, 2018

I somehow stumbled past this on the internet while thinking of old high school friends. I knew Travis in high school. I was in some of his classes and we ran cross country together. He was always a quiet, nice and respectful person. High school is such an influential time for us all, and Travis had always made an impression on me. It's 2018, and his name was one of the first that popped in my mind as I thought about my old cross country teammates. I am deeply saddened of what happened, but Travis will always continue to be in our hearts and our minds and will never be forgotten. Miss you buddy.

Julie Rixner

January 17, 2008

Cindy, Walt, and Luke,
Katie and I are shocked and deeply saddened and heart-sick to hear of your loss (we were out of the country until Sunday). You are all in our prayers. Please let me know if there is anything at all we can do for you. Please call if you need anything. Our love to all.

Cheryl and Mike Egli

January 17, 2008

Walt, Cindy, and family,
There are no words for what your are going through now. Just know that even tho' we are a distance away, we love you and will pray for you.

Louise O'Malley

January 16, 2008

To the Conner family:
I was so saddened to hear about Travis. May God bless you at this
of sorrow. My prayers are with you.

Doris Land

January 16, 2008

I will always remember Travis as being a great friend to our son Brad and as a very special, caring, kind, polite young man. I know Brad always respected and admired Travis' artistic talents and cherished his friendship. He spoke of him so often. We extend our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to you and your family during this very sorrowful time. Our prayers are with you. May you find peace and strength in God's love today and always.

Sincerely,
Doris and Vinton Land

A Long Time Acquaintance

January 15, 2008

Some friends of his have put together an online photo gallery of Travis.

http://www.flickr.com/groups/travisconnor/

Shannon Cocke

January 15, 2008

My prayers are with your family. Travis was a good friend to me when we were classmates at Patrick Henry. I have some of his artwork, which I treasure. He was such a talented, loving young man.

Bryn Egli Gentile

January 15, 2008

Although I've only met Travis a couple times, I remember his smile, kindness, and that I always wanted to stay in contact... we will meet again someday... God bless you all!

Lisa Armendinger

January 15, 2008

Cindy,
I was shocked to hear of your loss and am so very sorry. I will have you and your husband in my prayers. God Bless you all.

Lou Jones(St. Ann's and Ukrop's)

January 14, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

William & Debbie Sneller

January 14, 2008

Walt,
We are deeply saddened by your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers.

Betty & Blaine Chalker

January 14, 2008

To the Conner Family, The Chalker Family extends our deepest sympathy for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Kevin McCandless

January 14, 2008

To the Conner family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief.
With my deepest sympathy,
Kevin (TAC-Rockford)

Deborah Franklin

January 14, 2008

Cindy and Walt:

I was so saddened, and shocked to hear about Travis. I know your children are the world to you both, and the world seems upside down right now. Please let me know if there is anything you need, and know that my thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. May God be with you all during this difficult time. Love, Debbie

Adam Rabung

January 14, 2008

Travis was a friend when I ran cross country with him. He had a subtle sense of humor, and was such a nice person. He will be missed.

Paula, Ronnie, Crystal and Ashley Garner

January 14, 2008

To the Conner Family,
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

Tammy Mills-Gray

January 13, 2008

Conner family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if I can do anything for you in any way. Travis will surley be missed!!!!

lori spears

January 13, 2008

you will be missed. ac and lori

Rosemary Shaffer

January 13, 2008

Travis was a good friend to my son Ben while they were students at JMU.
I remember going grocery shopping with him for the graduation cookout at the house they shared. He was a big help.

Rosemary B Shaffer
Ben's Mom

Lisa Dearden

January 13, 2008

Walt & Cindy - I am so terribly heartbroken and sad for you and your family. I remember so many wonderful stories about Travis that Cindy told throughout the years that I've known her. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything at all I can do. Love, Lisa

Darlene and John-Samuel Byers

January 13, 2008

Travis was a great brother-in-law and uncle. We will miss him very much. We love you.

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