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“There are so many special memories of the times I have spent within the warmth and love of the Walsh household that will always remain close to my...Read More »
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1 of 6 | Posted by: Keith Dunham - Climax, NC
“My deepest sympathy to all of my Cousins, Pat Janet Steven & Stephanie, My uncle Bill and Aunt "Jimmie". Betty was always a bright spot in my visits...Read More »
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2 of 6 | Posted by: Mike Boswell - Oak Island, NC
“Janet,
I will never forget the kindnesses your mom always showed me as a kid and into adulthood. She literally saved my life by being right beside...Read More »
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3 of 6 | Posted by: Patricia Schwartz - Glen Allen, VA
“I extend my heartfelt sympathy to the Walsh family. May those precious memories of your dear loved one Betty be foremost in your hearts and minds...Read More »
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4 of 6 | Posted by: M B
“Chuck and I have such wonderful memories of your Mom, Pat. All those Christmas memories of sitting with your Mom and just talking. She was a gentle...Read More »
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5 of 6 | Posted by: Barbara and Charles Magistro - NJ
“Pat, thinking of you and your family in this time of loss. Especially difficult during the Christmas season. Supposed to be a time for family and joy...Read More »
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6 of 6 | Posted by: Kitty Johnson - Richmond, VA
Walsh, Betty Covington, 86, of Ashland, the widow of Arvel A. Walsh, passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2012. She is survived by three daughters, Patricia W. Cummins (Dan), Janet W. Lewis (Ray), and Stephanie A. Walsh; a son, Steven A. Walsh (Judy); three brothers, Dr. William D. Covington (Josee), Robert L. Covington and Fred Covington; two sisters, Mildred Dunham Barton and Bobbie Covington Hosang; four grandchildren, Jesse R. Lewis, Eric J. Lewis, Corey A. Walsh, and Kevin M. Walsh. Betty was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all that she touched. She was a cherished member of her community and Forest Grove UMC. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 16, 2012 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA, where services will be held on Monday, December 17, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Forest Grove United Methodist Church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the National Parkinson Foundation, 7700 Leesburg Pike, Suite 208, South Lobby Falls Church, VA 22043.