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Elizabeth Araminta Marie Closs, 18, of Lynchburg, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015. She was the biological daughter of Matthew Benedict Closs and Rachel Ann Sowell, and step-daughter of Vanessa Closs.
Lizzy was a loving, free spirited young women. Her sudden passing has left us all deeply saddened; but, we know she is with her Heavenly Father, and we will see her again!
In addition to her parents, Lizzy is survived by her siblings, Eugene Andrew Stanton Closs, Darrah Meyer, Kayla Meyer, Jackson Closs, and Aiden Sowell; her paternal grandparents, Robert and Roberta Closs, of Lynchburg, Va ; maternal grandparents, Kenneth Stanton and Myra Foster-Feagin, of Texas; great-grandparents, Jean Foster, and Shirley Stanton, of Texas; uncles, Bryan, and Michael Closs, of Lynchburg, Va, and Kyle Williford, of Texas; aunts, Connie, Neva and Jennifer Closs, of Lynchburg, and Jamie Stanton, and Cassie Williford of Texas; cousins, Amber, Ashley, and Caitlyn Closs, of Lynchburg, and Lillie Williford, and Shane Hudson, of Texas; as well as many 2nd and 3rd cousins, and friends from all over the country.
A memorial service will be conducted 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 18, 2015, at the Lynchburg First Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Stephen Willis officiating.
The family will receive friends from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, April 18, 2015, at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made, in her honor, to the Lynchburg Humane Society, 1211 Old Graves Mill Rd., Lynchburg, VA 24502.
To send condolences to the family, please visit www.whittentimberlake.com.
Whitten Timberlake Chapel, 7404 Timberlake Rd., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, (434) 239-0331, is serving the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
May 5, 2015
patty love
Patty bucci love lizzy's great aunt
April 21, 2015
Mary Ann Ward
Dear Family: We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday of each month at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
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The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, OH Chapter
(614)882-8986
www.tcfcolumbusoh.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
April 19, 2015
Daddy
Bessy-I still can not believe that you are gone. I miss you so much.
Friends-do not waste your time of frivolous things. Seek God while He may be found! Love while you can. Give while you can. Be kind to everyone you meet. Our time on this earth is but a breath.
April 17, 2015
Bill & Serina Hawkins
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts are overwhelmed with heartache & sympathy for each of you. We pray that God will stretch his arms of comfort & grace around you each in your time of loss!
April 17, 2015
Aunt Missy Burchfield
Ah, baby girl, what will the world do without such a bright and shining light? You have been a symbol of hope and all that is good in the world for your mother and so many others. Your absence leaves a hole that will never be filled. May you be welcomed with joy and celebration in the halls of your Ancestors, and may the happy memories of a life lived out loud bring as much healing and peace as possible to those left behind. Our love follows you throughout the stars as you travel on toward the next part of your journey. You will ever remain in our hearts. Hail Bess!
April 16, 2015
Vanessa Closs
Lizzy...I can't begin to explain what I am feeling at this moment. You were such a joy to watch grow up these past 10 years. I am blessed to have been called your step-mom. I just wish that I would have told you more often that I love you. You may be gone, but you are never forgotten. I love you Lizzy!
April 16, 2015
Calvin candler
Matt, Vanessa and Rachel, there are no words. Our deepest condolences to each of you and your family. God will hold you and carry each of you. She is in a beautiful place now.
God Bless each of you!
Diane Foster Ray Candler and Calvin (Pete) Candler
April 16, 2015
Tina Catron
My heart goes out to the family. Even though I have not seen Bess since she was little I thought of her often.
April 16, 2015
Monika Lankford
So sorry for your loss. May God touch your spirit during this time of sadness and keep you comforted with sweet memories.
April 16, 2015
Bryan and Connie, my prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. Sonny Hicks,Evington, VA
April 16, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Elizabeth's passing. I was her 2nd grade teacher at Sheffield and she was a free spirited and well liked student even back then. Just remember that her spirit will live on in your hearts forever. Sincerely, Libby Daniels
April 16, 2015
Anna Sowell
I love you, Princess.
April 16, 2015
April 16, 2015
Richard Arnold
Sweet Bess,You will always live in our hearts.Thank you for touching our lives.Hail and Farewell Little Sister.Blessed Be.Richard Arnold Grove Of The Seven Hills,ADF
April 16, 2015
Wynter Burnett
Words can not describe how much I'm going to miss you, Lizzy. I'll never forget you sharing your lunch with me everyday in 7th grade because I was too scared to go stand in line by myself and all times you were there for me all through out high school. You'll always have a piece of my heart, beautiful. I'll never ever forget you.
April 15, 2015
Rachel
I miss you so much.. I love you, my diamond girl...
April 15, 2015
Condolences
April 15, 2015
Kaitlyn Neal
We all have great, beautiful memories of Lizzy and we would be here for a 1,000 years trying to tell them all. My heart aches for her family and our little "group" we had in high school. I will miss her smiling face and crazy humor over anything. I love you Lizzy and I will forever hold you my heart. You will be terribly missed but never, ever forgotten.
April 14, 2015
Amy Robinson
My heart is absolutely aching for each family member ....Love you all and praying God will bring comfort and healing through words spoken and kindness of the friends and family gathered all around you in support during this time...
April 14, 2015
Alex Page
I miss you..and my only regret is that I didn't talk to you enough.
April 14, 2015
Tim&Tiffanie Cook
We lost a daughter to our family. Words can not express the loss we all feel. Our hearts are broken to the point of no repair. We love you Lizzy, i wish we could have hugged you one more time.
April 14, 2015
Frank & Betsy Mealing
On behalf of my family, we are truly sorry and saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 14, 2015
Michelle Craig
Words cannot begin to describe the heartache Amber, Dylan, and myself feel for you guys. We cannot imagine the heartache y'all are going through. I still can see her beautiful smile as she is putting makeup on Amber or when I asked her what her dad thought about her newest hair color. She is truly going to be missed.
April 14, 2015
Shannon Nelson
Praying for your family during this difficult time. May God comfort you.
April 14, 2015
Matthew Closs
Missing you so much Bessy!
April 14, 2015
Carl and Heather Fulton
We're very sorry for your loss!
April 14, 2015
Brenda Holtzlander
On behalf of Blue Ridge and Southwest Cursillo Centers, please accept our most sincere condolences. She and the family have been placed on our prayer list. So very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Brenda
April 13, 2015
Quinn Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 13, 2015
Mike Closs
Neva and I are saddened and heartbroken by your loss and the loss to our family.
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