Royce Woolfolk
Jul 12, 2059 – Sep 12, 2011
Royce Robertson Lanson Lanny” Woolfolk 52 of Bumpass went to be with his Lord on Monday September 12 2011.
Lanny was a business owner in the timber industry and recognized as Businessman of the Year for Louisa County in 1997. He was active in various community and civic organizations; and as a naturalist he was a passionate steward and manager of wildlife and habitat. Lanny was a devoted son loving husband and father and faithful brother and friend. Above all Lanny was a devout Christian with a deep and abiding faith. He is loved deeply and will be remembered often.
Survivors include his wife Judi Ann Shoup Woolfolk; son Parker Woolfolk of Louisa; daughter Mamie Woolfolk of Louisa; his mother Marjorie Woolfolk of Louisa; two brothers Cosby Woolfolk Nancy of Louisa and Bobby Woolfolk Judy of Bumpass; two sisters Jeanean Duke Michael of Beaverdam and Rosebud Howren of Glen Allen; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father LaVert Woolfolk and brother Anderson LaVert Woolfolk Jr. and his nephew Ryan Woolfolk.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday September 15 at Louisa Baptist Church 305 East Main St. Louisa Va.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday September 16 2011 at Hope Church 12445 Patterson Ave. Louisa Va. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Compassion International 12290 Voyager Parkway Colorado Springs CO 80921.
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I work with Catherine who is one of Lanny`s nieces and my husband and I are very close friends with Kevin who is one of his nephews. My heart goes out to the entire family as you grieve the loss of your beloved family member. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lanny was a dear person and had such a caring soul. your family is in my prayers.
I knew Lanny in elementary school. He was a sweet boy and we all liked him so much. I know all his friends will remember that great smile. My mother and I send our very deep condolences to his family.
Judi, Parker, and Mamie – there are really no words to express my deepest condolences. We met your lovely family not too long after moving to the Bumpass area. I will always remember Lanny with a welcoming and quick smile, giving heart and deep faith. Please know that I am praying that the God of all comfort would wrap each of you in His tender arms during this most difficult time.
We`ll always remember Lanny`s quick and friendly smile, his wonderful graciousness with my grandkids as they joined on bird hunts, and his boundless energy and dedication to our beautiful Virginia natural resources. We will miss him. Our sincerest condolences to his family.
Our hearts are saddened over hearing about the loss of Lanny”. We pray for comfort and peace to all whose hearts are hurting at this time. May God bless and be with everyone to help you to get through this difficult time.”
Father, so many are grieving for the loss of their father, family, friend. We know that Your heart of compassion is towards those who grieve. Help this dear family who are in such sorrow. Bring them the comfort of knowing that their loved one is in your loving hands. Give them peace Father we pray. In Jesus Name AMENPsalm 34:18The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
Lanny always greeted with a smile and a twinkle in his eyes that conveyed warmth, respect, and sincerity. These will always manifest in my heart and mind as a by-product of my working with Lanny in his role as a Complementary Work Force Volunteer. Sincere condolences to Judi and all the family.Respectfully,Thomas H. GoldstonVolunteer CoordinatorVirginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries
Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Lanny was a lot of things to many people and will be missed tremendously. May God give you the strength and grace to help you through this difficult time.You have our deepest sympathy.Bruce and Dottie Davis
deepest sympathies from the hicks family
We will truly miss his warm smile and kind words. A true Virginia gentleman. All our thoughts and prayers to his family and loved ones during this time.Sincerely,Crystal Norbeck & Family
Judi and family,May God give you strength and comfort at this difficult time and we pray your memories give you peace. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.With deepest sympathies and love.Denny & Stephanie Woolfolk
When our family moved to Bumpass over 15 years ago, our home was established on property Lanny sold to us. He and his family were our neighbors and we attended church together for many years.Lanny became a good role model for our son and was always willing to share his great knowledge of the outdoors with him. Lanny was a fine Christian man and we will miss him. May God wrap His everlasting arms around Lanny`s family and comfort them as only He can.
Judi, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. My sincerest sympathy for the loss this entire family has suffered.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Lanny. I went to school with Cosby, Andy, Jeanene & Rosebud. I had the pleasure to meet Lanny & his wife as they hosted a shower for my son Jim & his wife Beth Hiter in their lovely home. My heart goes out to each of you, please know that you are in my heart & prayers, my deepest sympathy to each of you…….. Fondly, Julie
We wanted extend our deepest sympathies to Lanny`s family.We are so very sorry for your loss.He will be missed by all. Sincerely, Kenneth&brenda
Although I`ve only known Lanny since the beginning of June, I came to think very highly of him and considered him to be a friend–so kind, gentle, caring, an absolute delight to know!
Judi, Mamie and Parker and all of the Woolfolk family, I am so sad to hear about Lanny and you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lanny was a great guy. Although he was Just a few years older when we went to Piedmont Christian together Lanny always treated me with such kindess. His smile, laugh, and wonderful personality will always be how I will remember Lanny. He will definitely be missed by all who knew him.
To the many who loved Lanny, know at this time of great loss there is nothing more special than family. My deepest sympathy and prayers to each of you.All my love,Marian Woolfolk
Dear Judi, Mamie and Parker We`re so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Praying God will strengthen you and give peace and compfort that only He can give. With our Deepest Sympathy, Maurice,Patricia and Megan Shelton
Judi, Parker, and Mamie… Rebecca, Taylor and I think and speak of you often. You guys are in our prayers. Ted
I am sorry hear hear about Lanny. We will always remember him and his friendship.
We are so sorry to hear about Lanny. Tom stayed with your family while he worked out there last year. He shared with me what wonderful of a family you are. He couldn`t believe the news when I told him. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you.
To the family of Lanny. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have fond memories of the family and time I spent with them in my younger years. Blessings to you all.