Ortie Myrtle Lacks Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on February 17, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Ortie Myrtle Lacks of South Boston, Virginia. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husbands, Henry Aubrey Lacks and John Will Lacks; and her grandson Todd. She is survived by: her parents, Fitzhugh Lacks and Leena Wilmoth Lacks; her sons, Tommy Lacks (Judy) and Jerry Lacks (Becky); her grandchildren, Troy, Jason, Lee and Julie; her brother Richard Lacks (Barbara); and her pet Jake. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. in addition to her parents and her husbands.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Second Baptist Church, 1402 Watkins Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592 or the Halifax County Cancer Association, PO Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24558.
