Obituary of ## Obituary Narrative Summary **Marilyn Vannette Keeton** was born on March 4, 1930, in Victoria, Virginia, to Lydia Stephenson Keeton and Vannie Ray Keeton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. James Russell Comer. Marilyn is survived by her children, Dr. James Ray Comer of Texas and Susan Anne Comer Bryant (Sammy) of Tennessee; her grandchildren, Chase Bryant and Victoria Bryant; and her sisters, Emily Sue Keeton Wood of Tennessee and Anne Ray Keeton Jones of North Carolina. Marilyn was a graduate of Bluefield College, Richmond University, and American University. She was known for her faithful service in several churches, sharing her alto voice and love of piano ## Funeral Services Narrative Summary Graveside services for Marilyn Vannette Keeton were held on December 17 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery in Victoria, Virginia ## Complete Transcript > Marilyn Vannette Keeton > 04 MAR 1930 - 9 DEC 2018 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > COMER > > Marilyn Vanette Keeton, was born to Lydia Stephenson Keeton and Vannie Ray Keeton on March 4, 1930, in Victoria, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. James Russell Comer. > > She is survived by her children, Dr. James Ray Comer of Texas and Susan Anne Comer Bryant (Sammy) of Tennessee; grandchildren, Chase Bryant and Victoria Bryant; and sisters, Emily Sue Keeton Wood of Tennessee and Anne Ray Keeton Jones of North Carolina. > > Marilyn was a graduate of Bluefield College, Richmond University and American University. She faithfully served her Lord in several churches with her wonderful alto voice and love of piano. > > Graveside services will be held today, December 17, 11 a.m, at Lakeview Cemetery in Victoria, Virginia. > > Richmond, Virginia > Richmond Times-Dispatch > 17 Dec 2018 > Page A11 > Obituary for Marilyn Vanette COMER Keeton > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > [Birth: 04 MAR 1930 - Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA] > [Death: 9 DEC 2018 - Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA] ## Vital Statistics Summary - **Full Name:** Marilyn Vannette Keeton (also referenced as Marilyn Vanette Keeton) - **Date of Birth:** March 4, 1930 - **Place of Birth:** Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA - **Date of Death:** December 9, 2018 - **Place of Death:** Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA - **Parents:** Lydia Stephenson Keeton and Vannie Ray Keeton - **Spouse (predeceased):** Rev. James Russell Comer - **Children:** Dr. James Ray Comer (Texas), Susan Anne Comer Bryant (Sammy) (Tennessee) - **Grandchildren:** Chase Bryant, Victoria Bryant - **Siblings:** Emily Sue Keeton Wood (Tennessee), Anne Ray Keeton Jones (North Carolina) - **Education:** Bluefield College, Richmond University, American University ## Table of Relationships | Relationship | Name | Location | |------------------------|----------------------------|------------------| | Mother | Lydia Stephenson Keeton | — | | Father | Vannie Ray Keeton | — | | Spouse (deceased) | Rev. James Russell Comer | — | | Son | Dr. James Ray Comer | Texas | | Daughter | Susan Anne Comer Bryant | Tennessee | | Son-in-law | Sammy Bryant | Tennessee | | Grandson | Chase Bryant | — | | Granddaughter | Victoria Bryant | — | | Sister | Emily Sue Keeton Wood | Tennessee | | Sister | Anne Ray Keeton Jones | North Carolina | ## Publication Details - **Newspaper:** Richmond Times-Dispatch - **Date Published:** December 17, 2018 - **Page:** A11 - **Location:** Richmond, Virginia ## Other Relevant Information - Marilyn Keeton was recognized for her **musical talents**, particularly her alto voice and piano skills, which she shared in service to several churches. - She held degrees from **Bluefield College**, **Richmond University**, and **American University**. - The graveside service was held at **Lakeview Cemetery** in Victoria, Virginia, on December 17, 2018, at 11 a.m ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary Marilyn Vannette Keeton was born on 04 Mar 1930 in Victoria, Virginia, to Lydia Stephenson Keeton and Vannie Ray Keeton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. James Russell Comer. She died on 09 Dec 2018. Graveside services for Marilyn Vannette Keeton were held on 17 Dec 2018 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery in Victoria, Virginia. ## Complete Transcript Marilyn Vannette Keeton 04 MAR 1930 - 9 DEC 2018 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMER Marilyn Vanette Keeton, was born to Lydia Stephenson Keeton and Vannie Ray Keeton on March 4, 1930, in Victoria, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. James Russell Comer. She is survived by her children, Dr. James Ray Comer of Texas and Susan Anne Comer Bryant (Sammy) of Tennessee; grandchildren, Chase Bryant and Victoria Bryant; and sisters, Emily Sue Keeton Wood of Tennessee and Anne Ray Keeton Jones of North Carolina. Marilyn was a graduate of Bluefield College, Richmond University and American University. She faithfully served her Lord in several churches with her wonderful alto voice and love of piano. Graveside services will be held today, December 17, 11 a.m, at Lakeview Cemetery in Victoria, Virginia. Richmond, Virginia Richmond Times-Dispatch 17 Dec 2018 Page A11 Obituary for Marilyn Vanette COMER Keeton -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [Birth: 04 MAR 1930 - Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA] [Death: 9 DEC 2018 - Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA] ## Vital Statistics Summary ------------------------------------------------------------------- | Name | Marilyn Vannette Keeton | |--------|--------------------------------------------------------| | Age | 88 years | | Birth | 04 Mar 1930; Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA | | Death | 09 Dec 2018; Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, USA | ------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Table of Relationships ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Name | Relationship | Place of Residence | |----------------------------|-------------------------|----------------------| | Marilyn Vannette Keeton | Decedent | Victoria, Virginia | | Lydia Stephenson Keeton | Mother | Not stated | | Vannie Ray Keeton | Father | Not stated | | Rev. James Russell Comer | Husband (predeceased) | Not stated | | Dr. James Ray Comer | Son | Texas | | Susan Anne Comer Bryant | Daughter | Tennessee | | Sammy Bryant | Son-in-law | Tennessee | | Chase Bryant | Grandchild | Not stated | | Victoria Bryant | Grandchild | Not stated | | Emily Sue Keeton Wood | Sister | Tennessee | | Anne Ray Keeton Jones | Sister | North Carolina | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Publication Details - Newspaper: Richmond Times-Dispatch - Date Published: 17 Dec 2018 - Page: A11 - Location: Richmond, Virginia ## Other Relevant Information - Marilyn Keeton was recognized for her musical talents, particularly her alto voice and piano skills, which she shared in service to several churches. - She held degrees from Bluefield College, Richmond University, and American University. - The graveside service was held at Lakeview Cemetery in Victoria, Virginia, on 17 Dec 2018 at 11 a.m.