Obituary of Lucinda Dunford

Lucinda (Cindy) Lester Dunford, 70, of Sumter, SC, passed away peacefully at her home on February 15, 2015. She was born in Wytheville, VA to the late John A. Lester and Mary Augusta (Ewald) Lester. Cindy was a kind soul that cared so much for those around her. She was an amazing cook and would always make sure friends and family had enough to eat. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, and a lifelong member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a member of St. Jude's Catholic Church in Sumter, SC. Cindy was a giving and thoughtful woman who would always help those around her. She enjoyed reading and swimming classes at the YMCA. Cindy most loved her family. The times that family would gather at Christmas, Thanksgiving and holidays were precious to her. The void she leaves cannot be filled. Cindy is survived by her son; Greg Corvin (Nicole) of Sumter, SC, and a daughter; Sheri Scott of Clifton Forge, VA, grandchildren; Hannah Corvin, Haylee Corvin, Harley Corvin, all of Sumter, SC, Gary Lee Scott, of Wytheville VA, great grandchildren; Bailey Scott, Mason Scott and Shawn Scott of Wytheville. She is also survived by a sister; Malinda Cleary (Tim) of Miami FL, brothers; Tommy Lester (Janet) of Wytheville VA, Charlie Lester of Wytheville VA and sister in laws; Rose Lester of Rural Retreat VA, Jean Lester Wytheville VA. Cindy also leaves behind many nephews, nieces and friends. Cindy was predeceased by her loving husband, Olen A. Dunford, a sister; Margaret L. Hamilton, brothers; John Rolfe Lester, and Seven Andrew Lester. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations may be made to the Stuart/Wilderness Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Fund, c/o Sara Sheffield, 2395 W. Ridge Road, Wytheville, VA 24382.