Jennifer Anne Church

Jennifer Anne Church, 48, of Smith Mountain Lake, died January 1, 2012 She is survived by her husband, Dr. Mark Church; son and daughter in law, Adam and Abbey (Vandevander) Church; daughter and son in law, Sydney Church and Daniel Stenger; her father and step mother, Rev. Richard and Barbara Huggins of Lakeland, FL; brother and sister in law, David and Leigh Huggins, of Wheeling WV, mother in law, Frances (Willis) Church; sisters in law, Tamey Conner and Marlene Wray and brother in law, Michael Wray. In addition, she had five nieces, one nephew, two great nieces and one great nephew. She was preceded in death by her mother Joy (Scott) Huggins. Mrs. Church worked for nearly thirty years in Harrisonburg, Lynchburg and Roanoke as registered nurse specializing in gerontology. Her death was the result of a vicious attack by a renegade pack of Miniature Schnauzers. With her bulldog, Bella, at her side, she fought gallantly. Mrs. Church had a unique sense of humor and seldom followed a path of traditionalism. She enjoyed cruising, taking tropical vacations, cooking, retail therapy and touring wineries. She made it clear to her family that they have no formal or traditional service. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider sending a bottle of your favorite wine with a personal note attached. It is the family’s hope that over the years they can continue to toast her memory with family and friends while re-reading the kind words. The Laker Beverage and Tobacco (540-719-3525) can assist, if needed. The family will meet friends at Flora Funeral Home in Rocky Mount, Virginia from 4 pm. to 7:30 pm, Wednesday, January 4, 2012.