Lynchburg, VA – Marissa K. Blair, a beloved resident of Lynchburg, Virginia, has sadly passed away, leaving a lasting impact on her family, friends, and the wider community. Known for her vibrant personality and love for life, Marissa’s passing has deeply touched those who knew her.
The funeral service for Marissa Blair will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 1 PM at Calvary Baptist Church in Lovingston, VA. Family and friends are invited to gather at Pine Hill Baptist Church in Arrington, VA, located at 1642 Thomas Nelson Highway, by 12:15 PM. A procession of bikes and cars will then escort the family and the funeral procession along Highway 29 to Calvary Baptist Church, with the ride expected to take approximately 15 minutes.
In tribute to Marissa’s favorite football team, the Philadelphia Eagles, the family has requested that those attending the funeral wear Eagles colors or jerseys. For those without Eagles gear, black, green, or white attire is encouraged to honor her memory.
For those wishing to participate in the procession, two options are available:
- Option 1: Meet in the Food Lion parking lot near Sheetz in Madison Heights at 11 AM, with a kickstand up (KSU) at 11:30 AM to arrive at Pine Hill by 12:15 PM.
- Option 2: Escort the funeral home with the body from the Tharp location to Pine Hill Baptist Church.
As more updates are shared, the community is encouraged to come together and celebrate Marissa’s life, showing support rain or shine.
Several heartfelt messages have been shared on Facebook in memory of Marissa:
- Vanessa Napper: "A few details on the funeral procession for Marissa K Blair… PLEASE SHARE… let’s show up rain or shine."
- Melvin Vaughan: "My prayers go to the family and friends."
- Crysta Franklin: "My condolences to the family."
- Beth Payne: "Praying for the sorry for loss. RIP."
Marissa’s presence will be sorely missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.