J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Bumgardner, Marie

Wednesday, November 29, 2006

Marie Bumgardner, age 63, of Chester, VA, passed away on November 29, 2006. She was born in Radford, VA, the daughter of the late Ernest A. Fisher. She was also preceded in death by her son, Jeffery Scott Bumgardner; her grandson, David Berkley Call; and a brother, Danny Lee Fisher, Sr. Marie had been a resident of Chester since 1976. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Colonial Heights, VA., the Tuesday Morning Bowling League at Holiday Bowl, an avid gardener and homemaker. She was a loving wife and mother, and is survived by her husband of 44 years, Joe Bumgardner; four daughters, Kim Marble and husband Jeffrey of Chesterfield, VA, Pam Call and husband David of Chester, Cathy White and husband Jimmy of Chester, Jennifer Wells and husband Bo of Chester; her mother, Virginia M. Fisher; one brother, William A. “Buddy” Fisher; one sister, JoAnne Jones and husband Roger of Colonial Heights, VA; nine grandchildren, Kaitlin, Kristen, Jesse, Maegan, Tyler, Mariah, Grace, Scott and Karley; and her beloved dog Gizzie, affectionately known as “Good Girl.” The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 3, 2006 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Chesterfield Chapel of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Funeral services will follow there on Monday, December 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Christian School, 6511 Belmont Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832. Condolences may be registered at jtmorriss.com

I didn't know Marie, but I know the circumstances and want to extend to her loved ones my heartfelt prayers for comfort and healing. May happier memories and a spirit of gratitude enable each of you to grieve, to cope, and to live forward in hope. Love is most assuredly more powerful than death. Any of us can lose our way, but God always knows where we are, and where to find us. Before Jesus raised his friend Lazarus from the dead, he wept--hard. God shares your broken heart; may each of you share in His promises.
As the lovely old hymn says, "Be still, my soul: the hour is hastening on, when we shall be forever with the Lord. When disappointment, grief and fear are gone; sorrow forgot, love's purest joys restored. Be still, my soul: when change and tears are passed, all safe and blessed when we shall meet at last."
(Rev.) Craig Buxton
Midlothian, VA

Posted by: Rev. Craig Buxton at December 4, 2006 01:06 PM

Joe and girls,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Marie. I have seen her several times over the past few years and reminisced about growing up on Kedleston Avenue. Those were the days that I will never forget and Marie and your family was a large part of my life then. Loss is hard but I have found that keeping the good memories alive allow you to cope because good memories provoke smiles and laughter .... both of which are good for the heart. Please know that the family is thought of at this time.

Posted by: Lisa Leonard Simmons at December 3, 2006 06:20 PM

Pam and all of the families,

I am really sorry to hear about your loss. Your mom was always alot of fun to talk to, when ever I would run into her. You all are in my prayers.

Shari, Mike and Jeffrey

Posted by: Shari and Mike Morris at December 3, 2006 08:07 AM

David, Pam, Kaitlin, Kristen, and Tyler,

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. May your hearts find joy and peace through Christ and wonderful memories of the past.

Love in Christ,
Bonnie, Jack, Meg and Matt Surma

Posted by: Bonnie J. Surma at December 2, 2006 06:37 PM

Dear Joe and Family
The memories from the days living on Kedleston
Ave are very Happy ones. We will keep you in our
prayers. Kim, I spoke to Teresa and she sends her
love. Thinking of You, Tommy and Marsala Zimmer.

Posted by: Marsala Zimmer at December 2, 2006 05:40 PM

Jen and Family,
I know there is nothing that can be said to comfort any of you right now, it is one of those things in life we all have to figure out on our own. Our hearts and prayers go out to your whole family. I loved growing up with you and your family...we have had alot of good times. Especially at bingo. I will hold those memories close to my heart forever. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. I AM HERE!
Love Always,
Your Best Friend - Wendy and Family!

Posted by: Wendy Green at December 2, 2006 10:44 AM

Joe and family,
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Just know that if there is anything any of you need, just let us know. Love and prayers to all of you.

Kenny & Lois

Posted by: Kenny&Lois Ebright at December 2, 2006 08:00 AM

Pam and family,
There's nothing I can say to make you feel better. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do anything let us know. We love you all.
Be His,
Debbie, Monty, Dorothy,Audra

Posted by: Debbie Buchanan at December 1, 2006 04:20 PM