ABBOTT, Hester Easton, of Richmond, passed away October 30, 2017, following a brief illness. She was the widow of Lynn D. Abbott Jr. She is survived by her three sons, Lynn D. Abbott III and wife, Linda of New Orleans, La., Dr. James E. Abbott and wife, Donna of Glen Allen, Va. and William L. Abbott and wife, Heidi of Richmond, Va.; seven grandsons, one granddaughter, five great-granddaughters and seven great-grandsons. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She sang in the St. Stephen's Episcopal and Westhampton United Methodist Church choirs. She volunteered with many community groups. She co-founded the MCV Hospitals Auxiliary of VCU and was active in the establishment of the Hospital Hospitality House, now known as the Doorways. During the latter years of her life, she also served as a volunteer at Pinchbeck Elementary and the Virginia Home for Boys and Girls. As a resident of St. Mary's Woods, she participated in the Activity Department, served as President of the Resident Council and volunteered in the gift shop. She remained active until the end. She touched many lives in her 101 years on this earth and leaves a lasting legacy. The family will receive friends between 5 and 7 p.m. on Friday, November 3, at Woody Funeral Home, located at 1771 N. Parham Road. There will be a graveside service at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 4, at Westhampton Memorial Park, located at 10000 Paterson Avenue. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to MCV Hospitals Auxiliary, P.O. Box 980256, Richmond, Va. 23298-0256, the Doorways (Hospital Hospitality House), 612 E. Marshall Street, Richmond, Va. 23240 or your charity of choice.Arrangements under the direction of Woody Funeral Home-Parham, Richmond, VA.
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November 6, 2017
So sorry for your loss. God has given us a life span of 70 or 80 years. Mrs. Abbot enjoyed a good long life. May you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many.
Ps. 90:10
November 2, 2017
Ginny Little
My deepest sympathy to all of Hester's beautiful family. She loved you all and cherished each of you in her own special way. She was a light in this world and this world was better for her being in it. She is deeply missed but her legacy will continue in each of you. The MCVH Auxiliary will carry on her legacy as well and we are grateful for her vision and wisdom. I cherish so many memories with our precious Hester and know that memories will carry us all through. May God bless you all. My love to all of the Abbotts
November 1, 2017
Jane Gibbs
My sincere sympathy to Hester's family. May your many treasured memories be a consolation to you in your grief.
November 1, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus. John 11:35 We weep along with you. HIs example was written in the Bible to give us hope.
Rom. 15:4
October 31, 2017
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11
October 31, 2017
Bernie Henderson
As President of Woody Funeral Home, I extend our deepest sympathy from all our staff for your loss. We are committed to providing the utmost care to you at this time and throughout the days to come. Our purpose is to assist and serve you in a manner that exceeds your expectations. We pledge to strive to merit the trust you have reposed in us.
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