Obituaries

Christine C. Elder, 91, of Phenix, a loving aunt and Christian lady who always put her family and others first, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at her home, where she was raised and lived her entire life. She was the wife of the late Gerald Elder. Christine was born in Lynchburg on June 18, 1932, a daughter of the late James H. Childress and the late Lena Compton Childress. A lifetime member of Phenix United Methodist Church, she loved her church and cared for the members there. She retired from West Point Stevens in Drakes Branch, working there for 50 years. Christine’s favorite place to sit was her back porch, where she loved to work Word Search puzzles. Christine is survived by a nephew, Randall Holt of Forest; a niece, Tamara Setzer (Steve) of Randolph; and Beth Holt of Forest, who took care of Christine in her final years. She is also survived by nieces, Sandra Laughlin of Goode and Brenda Hill of Clayton, N.C. and a special and loving caregiver, Sallie Morton. She was preceded in death by a brother, James W. Childress; two sisters, Shirley C. Holt and June C. Boone; nephew, Robert Daryl Holt and Daryl W. Bennett. A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery in Charlotte Court House. Memorial contributions may be made to the Phenix Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 254, Phenix, VA 23959. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hendersonfuneral.net. Henderson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is assisting the family.