Mary Chavis Gordon Obituary in South Hill at Feggins Funeral Home

Obituary For Mary Chavis Gordon

VIEWING: Friday, December 27, 2024/ Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

SERVICE: Saturday, December 28, 2024/ Time: 11:00 AM/ Feggins Chapel, 409 South Hill Avenue, South Hill, VA 23970/ Rev. Curtis McRae, Officiating

INTERMENT: Chavis Family Cemetery

MRS. MARY MARTIN CHAVIS GORDON, daughter of the late Clarence and Nannie Talley Martin, was born April 22, 1931 in Mecklenburg County, VA and transitioned on December 20, 2024 in Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA. She was preceded in death by her siblings- Maggie, Nannie Kate, Robert, Charlie, Herbert and Perry Martin and step-son, Dennis Gordon, Jr.

At an early age she was baptized and joined Roanoke Chapel United Church of Christ, Palmer Springs, VA. She attended the Mecklenburg County Public Schools.

Mary was married to the late George Chavis on July 11, 1953 and to this union two children were born. They later moved to Teaneck, NJ where they reared their family. From 1969-1979 she opened and operated her own business, known to many as “Sounds Unlimited Record Shop.”

In 1979 they moved back to Virginia and joined St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Union Level, VA. She served as Lay Reader, Financial Secretary and President of then ECW (Episcopal Church Women.)

In 1991 Mary joined the cast of “Fences” for the Clarksville Community Players, where she portrayed the leading man’s wife. The play was held in June and it was directed by Margaret “Margo” Walker; former faculty member of Virginia State University. The play was shown in several of the surrounding communities.

In the year of 1996 George preceded her in death. Mary later joined Roanoke Chapel United Church of Christ, Palmer Springs, VA. She worked for many years as a Substitute Teacher for the Mecklenburg, Brunswick, and Greenville Counties.

On April 22, 2000, Mary married the late Dennis Gordon, Sr. and relocated to Emporia, VA. She assisted in rearing her step-daughter, Jazma Gordon until graduation. She also attended St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Emporia, VA.

In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling and visiting family and friends.

Mary leaves to cherish her memory: her two children- George Desi (Dolores) Chavis, Teaneck, NJ and Deborah (Raymond) Joyce, Franklinton, NC; four step-children, Douglas (Joyce) Hicks, Aaron Nock, Antoinette and Jazma (Roosevelt) Allen; two grandchildren- Desmond and Danielle Chavis; one great-grand-child, Tashaun Matheny; step-grandchildren- Ja'Laiyah Gordon, Koning and Autumn Allen, Nicole Gordon, Antoine (Jade) Gordon; step-great-grandchildren- Janelle and Joelle Gordon; one brother- Marvin Martin, Patterson, NJ; two sisters-in-law, Pearl Burns and Ruth Kearney, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Reuben N Martin sent Serene Lily Basket for Mary Chavis Gordon - December 27, 2024

To Desi and Family, sending you our deepest condolences on the loss of Aunt Mary. May she rest in eternal peace. Love, Noel, Nicolle, Bryce and Brandon.

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Caitlin Monaghan sent Mixed flowers in a handled basket for Mary Chavis Gordon - December 24, 2024

Dear Chavis family - we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love your Worldwide Logistics family

Ms. Mary - grateful for the chats, laughter, shared meals, spoken and unspoken lessons in grace and patience, and the reminders to "rest". Thank you Deborah and Desi for sharing your Mother with us. Rest Easy - We love you. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

Sending my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Deborah, Desi, Dee Dee, and the entire family. Aunt Mary was a truly beautiful person inside and out—a fashionista who carried herself with unmatched style and grace. Wishing you peace during this difficult time and hoping you find comfort in all the cherished memories you hold close to your hearts. Love Carolyn

Condolences to Desi and Deborah. May your mother rest in peace for eternity.
Boyd A. Loving

Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Chavis and Gordon family. Shelia and Dean Jones

Dear Desi, Dee Dee, Debra, Danielle & Desmond, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I have many memories of Mrs. Chavis and the Chavis family on Shepard Avenue that will stay in my heart forever. Love you all Althea (Sissy) Vaughn