Virginia Blackstone Duncan

Virginia Blackstone Duncan, age 95, of McDonough, GA, passed away on Sept. 15, 2013. Virginia was born on April 5, 1918, in Chattanooga, TN to Edward and Nita Jane Blackstone. Virginia proudly worked over 50 years for several esteemed Atlanta businesses, including Knox Homes, Thomas Cousins, and Prybylowski and Gravino. She held several offices in the Business and Professional Women (BPW) organization and was awarded Woman of the Year in 1983. In addition, Virginia was an active member of College Park United Methodist Church and a lifelong supporter of women's rights.

Virginia is survived by her daughter, Mildred Williams; sister Ermea Dena; grandchildren Katherine Williams (Fletch), Juanita Kerr (John), Ethan Williams (Crystal), Jason Williams (Yukie); great-grandchildren Kaliesta, Kaitlin, Kara, Samantha, Sage, and Mia; nieces Cecelia Cater and Audrey Hawkinson; great nephew Dan Cater; and many other extended family members and supportive friends, including Ronda Rodgers. She was preceded in death by her husband Charlie Duncan, five siblings, and her grandson, Lee Williams.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at Donehoo-Lewis Funeral Homes, Hapeville, from 5-8 pm. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 19, 11:00 am, at College Park United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Internment will follow at Arlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make donations to Meals on Wheels, 1050 Florence McGarity Blvd., McDonough, GA 30252.
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