Virginia Westmoreland

A native Houstonian, Virginia graduated from San Jacinto High School, received her undergraduate degree from Rice University, and completed a master’s degree at the University of Houston. A career education professional, Virginia worked in the Houston Independent School District and completed her career as principal of Red Elementary School. She was also a dedicated, active member of South Main Baptist Church throughout her life.

Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Jackson Tull Westmoreland, as well as her parents, Philip Ernest Barber and Jess Lane Barber. She is survived by her two sons, Barton Tull Westmoreland and his wife Barbara, and Brett Barber Westmoreland and his wife Lucia. She is also survived by six grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren.

The family will gather for a private interment at Forest Park Westheimer in Houston.

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions in Virginia’s honor may be directed to South Main Baptist Church Foundation, 4100 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002, or by visiting online at www.smbc.org/giving.

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