Theda Lee Dawson, 64, of Front Royal, Virginia passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Warren Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 11 AM at Rivermont Baptist Church, 575 Catlett Mountain Road, Front Royal, with the Rev. Tim Dyke officiating. Burial will follow at Bennett’s Chapel Cemetery.
Mrs. Dawson was born on July 8, 1957 in Louisa, Virginia to the late Joseph and Dorothy Blakely Nelson. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Christy. She grew up in the Warren County area and graduated from Warren County High School. She was a missionary for 15 years in Venezuela and a member of Rivermont Baptist Church. She was a founding member of Blue Ridge Women in Business.
Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Steven Dawson; four daughters, Tami Williams, Lisa Acosta (Jickson), Erin Acosta (Ramon) and Dottie Kendall (Mike); brother, Joseph David Nelson; eleven grandchildren and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
So sorry for your loss. Theda was always so sweet and kind. I remember when she started dating Steve. We have been friends since high school. Just this past June, she sent my Mom a birthday card, and printed a couple of pictures off my facebook and sent to her. Always so thoughtful and caring. Thoughts and prayers for her family. She will be missed.
You are in our hearts and prayers. Theda left a precious testimony and life for our Lord and Savior. We are praying for her family. We remember precious times as family in the Lord at Rivermont Baptist Church. We love you dearly.
You are in our hearts and prayers. We have sweet memories of our fellowship and memories at Rivermont Baptist Church. Theda had a precious testimony for our Lord and Savior. We love you and Theda will greatly missed. Love and prayers
You are in our hearts and prayers. Theda had a great testimony for our Lord and Savior. She will be greatly missed. We served together at Rivermont Baptist Church for many years. Love and prayers.
So sorry to hear of Theda passing on. Prayers for her love ones . May the God of creation bless her family.
Revelations 14:13
Praying for your entire family. Theda was an amazing friend I will never forget.
We have so many fond memories of Theda and your whole family. May God wrap you in His love and carry you in His strong arms as you navigate this sorrowful time.
Praying that God will comfort you all during this great time of loss. Theda, was a dear friend, fellow business partner, and sister in Christ. I know we will see her again. She will be greatly missed!