Lydia Gorton Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Lydia Gorton of Lynchburg, Virginia, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Lydia left this world on April 22, 2024 at the age of 68, 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.
She was predeceased by : her parents, John Baker and Lydia Stake; and her brother John. She is survived by : her husband Daryl; her son Chris Shaffer (Vona); her stepchildren, Ian Gorton (Nicole) and Christine Meehan (John); her grandchildren, Christian Shaffer, Donavan Sharp, Gavin Gorton, Trescella Shaffer, Meghan Meehan and Kathleen Meehan; her great grandchild Jack; and her sisters, Mary Rennels (Wayne) and Debbie Ridgeway (John). She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Sunday, April 28th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Tharp Funeral Home (220 Breezewood Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502). A memorial service was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Boonsboro United Methodist Church (113 Coffee Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24503).