Claiborne Watkins Minor Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Claiborne Watkins Minor (Richmond, Virginia), who passed away on October 17, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Claiborne leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, G. Gilmer Minor, Jr. and Roddey Watkins Minor; and his brother G. Gilmer Minor, III. He is survived by: his children, William Randolph Minor (Isabel), John Claiborne Minor (Lynn) and Elaine Claiborne Minor; his grandchildren, Lauren Elizabeth Minor, Caroline Ellis Minor and Vivian Watkins Minor; and his caregiver Veronica Augusto.
A reception will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Country Club of Virginia (6031 St Andrews Ln, Richmond, VA 23226).
If you would like to make a contribution in Claiborne's name, please consider the VMI Foundation, VMI Alumni Agencies, PO Box 932, Lexington, VA 24450.
October 21, 2025
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