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Lynda O. Willis

Date of Death: December 31, 1969

Lynda O. Willis

Lynda Oscar Sawyers-Willis, 70, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Wednesday, May 18, 2011, in Winchester Medical Center.

Mrs. Willis was born in 1940, in Prosperity, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Frank and Christy Oscar. She was an Office Administrator for 32 years, retiring in 2007 from the accounting firm of Bonnie J. Dennis & Associates. She enjoyed gardening, crossword puzzles and baking and decorating cakes. Mrs. Willis was a 1958 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in Beckley, West Virginia.

She married Larry Lee Willis on November 5, 2005, in South Hill, Virginia.

Her first husband, Glyndon “John” Sawyers, preceded her in death in April 1999.

Surviving with her husband is her son, Michael Sawyers and his wife, Myra, of Haymarket, Virginia; her daughter, Johanna Sawyers of Fairfax, Virginia; step-son, Jeff Willis and his wife, Laura, of Highland Springs, Virginia; step-daughter, Anna Pettry, of Charleston, West Virginia; grandson, George Sawyers; step-grandchildren, Jay and John Willis and Leann and Erika Pettry; two sisters, Betty Lockley of Winchester, Tina Rakes of Beckley, West Virginia; two brothers Bud Oscar of Hagerstown, Maryland, Galen Oscar of Stephens City, Virginia and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel with Pastor Jerrad Holloway officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Frederick County, Virginia, with a Celebration of her life at the Willis Home at 1334 Perry Road in Winchester following the ceremony.

The Family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made by mail to Pulmonary Hypertension Association, 801 Roeder Road, Suite 1000, Silver Spring, Maryland, 20910 or online at www.phassociation.org.

Please view obituary and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

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Lynda O. Willis Lynda Oscar Sawyers-Willis, 70, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Wednesday, May 18, 2011, in Winchester Medical Center. Mrs. Willis was born in 1940, in Prosperity, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Frank and Christy Oscar. She was an Office Administrator for 32 years, retiring in 2007 from the accounting firm ofContinue Reading

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Eric Rasnake left a message on May 22, 2011:
I love and will always miss you,you where were the light of my dads life and will never be replaced or forgotten,love and miss you fore ver anna&eric
Lauren Oscar left a message on May 26, 2011:
I don't even know where to begin with the memories.. They start with the many family gatherings down at the pond house, fishing & playing with the bubbles, all the way up to the surprise birthday party we had for Uncle Larry in March, Easter & the few nights I had just spent with her weeks before her passing. Her infectious smile & that distinct laugh of hers is what I miss the most, although I am glad to know that she is no longer feeling any pain. Her memory will live on forever. I love you Aunt Lynda, with all my heart. <3
Lauren Oscar left a message on May 26, 2011:
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Julia, Ringo and Sophia Moran left a message on May 25, 2011:
(that was supposed to also have said Ringo in our name but somehow that part didn't come through) Lynda, we love you so much and we will miss you forever. I am so honored to have always had you in my life guiding me and being my surrogate Mom. I know I'm not alone with having this huge hole in my heart today. Anyone who knew you loved you because that is what you were...pure love, pure joy, pure happiness. You had a spirit that was larger than life and you lived every moment of your life to it's fullest and on your terms. Not everyone can say that but we can all surely learn by your example. You taught me so much in life and most all of my good and responsible qualities I owe to you. Everything you touched you made better. I hope and pray I can be even half the person you were. I know you are at peace now. Thank you for always being there for me and loving me. I know you were watching your beautiful Grandson George and my Sophia having so much fun together yesterday. He taught her Wii and they played golf as well. I could feel your smile in my heart. I love you always and forever.
Julia, Ringo and Sophia Moran left a message on May 25, 2011:
In honor of Lynda O. Willis, Julia, Ringo and Sophia Moran lit a candle.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Beverly Clevenger left a message on May 24, 2011:
Ballooning!!! What fun we had!! Spending time with her during the 40 inches of snow January 2010!! Sipping wine and laughing!! You will be missed cousin!
Beverly Clevenger left a message on May 24, 2011:
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Galen E.Oscar left a message on May 23, 2011:
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I always liked Lynda! I was glad when she remarried and was happy for her! MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU AND HANG ON TO THE GREAT MEMORIES! Keith Bellamy
shelby jean oscar kidwell left a message on May 22, 2011:
she was such a good person and a great aunt to us,and we loved her very much, she will be missed dearly
Phillip H. Mortensen left a message on May 21, 2011:
Though I've not seen Lynda in a few years I'll not not soon ever forget her smile and laugh. Whether at the office, at the house or yard she always had that perky candor that made us feel so at ease. Even at rest now I know she'll look over us All with great joy as we celebrate her wonderful life, and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you Mike and Jo, and all family and friends. I'll miss you Lynda ...but I know that we'll all be together again one day sooner than we know. Thank you very much for the time we did share, ~ Phil Mortensen -Toledo, Ohio
Tonya Prince left a message on May 20, 2011:
I have so many memories of you Aunt Lynda. You always had a way of making me smile. I would try my best to spend a week with you when I was little but never made it the full week, which you never let me forget. LOL The memories of playing in your yard and the treehouse in Falls Church with my cousins just seem like yesteday. I love you and miss you.
Tonya Prince left a message on May 20, 2011:
In honor of Lynda O. Willis, Tonya Prince lit a candle.
Keith Bellamy left a message on May 20, 2011:
I always liked Lynda! I was glad when she remarried and was happy for her! MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU AND HANG ON TO THE GREAT MEMORIES! Keith Bellamy
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I don't even know where to begin with the memories.. They start with the many family gatherings down at the pond house, fishing & playing with the bubbles, all the way up to the surprise birthday party we had for Uncle Larry in March, Easter & the few nights I had just spent with her weeks before her passing. Her infectious smile & that distinct laugh of hers is what I miss the most, although I am glad to know that she is no longer feeling any pain. Her memory will live on forever. I love you Aunt Lynda, with all my heart. <3
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Ballooning!!! What fun we had!! Spending time with her during the 40 inches of snow January 2010!! Sipping wine and laughing!! You will be missed cousin!
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Eric left a message on January 30, 2013:
I love and will always miss you,you where were the light of my dads life and will never be replaced or forgotten,love and miss you fore ver anna&eric
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
she was such a good person and a great aunt to us,and we loved her very much, she will be missed dearly
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Though I've not seen Lynda in a few years I'll not not soon ever forget her smile and laugh. Whether at the office, at the house or yard she always had that perky candor that made us feel so at ease. Even at rest now I know she'll look over us All with great joy as we celebrate her wonderful life, and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you Mike and Jo, and all family and friends. I'll miss you Lynda ...but I know that we'll all be together again one day sooner than we know. Thank you very much for the time we did share, ~ Phil Mortensen -Toledo, Ohio
Tonya left a message on January 30, 2013:
I have so many memories of you Aunt Lynda. You always had a way of making me smile. I would try my best to spend a week with you when I was little but never made it the full week, which you never let me forget. LOL The memories of playing in your yard and the treehouse in Falls Church with my cousins just seem like yesteday. I love you and miss you.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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