Jennings, Aluvia Lester

Aluvia Lester (Lou) Jennings, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at the age of 93 with her only child at her side, Connie Graham and R.D., the son she never had. She was born in Floyd, Va., the daughter of Everett and Erdia Lester.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Charlie O. Jennings; and brother, Alton Lester. She is also survived by her sister, Pauline Mannon, of Floyd; her brother, Virgil (Peggy) Lester, of Radford; many dear nieces, nephews, in-laws, and her special friend and neighbor for over 30 years, Carolyn Altizer.

She was a member of the Christiansburg Church of the Brethren. She was a loving wife and mother who put her faith and trust in the Lord. Her gentle and caring character will be missed by all she touched.

The visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home in Christiansburg. The Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at the Christiansburg Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Mike Vest officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery in Christiansburg.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hornefuneralservice.com.