Virginia Dortch Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Virginia Dortch (Mansfield, Louisiana), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Virginia left this world on January 2, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Virginia Dortch or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her husband Hershell Dortch; her parents, Zonnie Smith and Leidie Smith; and her siblings, Esther, Leysath (Louis "Speedy") and Edward "Buddy" Smith.
She is survived by: her children, Francis "Mike" Dortch (Rita) and Sheila Gilliland (Lee); her grandchildren, Shea Mills, Michael Dortch (Tiffany) and Abbie Cates (Steven "Boomer"); and her great grandchildren, Lily, Olivia Tolar, Christian, Reagan Dortch and Roman Cates.
A celebration of life was held on Monday, January 12th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Allen Cemetery (303-309 Van Buren St, Mansfield, LA 71052).
