Dr. Virginia Shankel Justus entered into rest September 20, 2012 at age 95. Born in Bristol, Tennessee, and daughter to the late Paul and Lucy Shankel, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edd Justus. Virginia graduated from Nashville Drugless College in December, 1940 with a degree in Naturopathic, Neuropathic and Chiropractic degrees and was a practicing chiropractor for more than 70 years. She was a long time resident of Blountville and member of Sunnyside Baptist Church and will be remembered for her love of the Lord and her compassion of people. Survivors include one son, Edward Justus and wife, Phyllis of Hermitage, TN; two daughters, Carol Robinette and husband, Jeff of Fall Branch; Gail Reed and husband, Jerry of Kingsport; granddaughters, Donna Absher and husband, Daniel; Johanna Justus; Marcy Kirkpatrick and husband Casey; Joi Harrell and husband, Patrick; Jessica Davidson and husband, Daniel; Erin Reaves and husband Clark; great-grandchildren, Justin Moody, Kasey Ferguson, Whitney Liner, Reed Harrell, Jordin Harrell, Nathan Davidson, Sarah Davidson, Paul Davidson, Julia Davidson, John Davidson and great-great-granddaughter, Naommi Liner. The family will receive friends Saturday, September 22, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at East Lawn Funeral Home, with funeral services at 4:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in East Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the building funds at Sunnyside Baptist Church, Sullivan Baptist Church or the Gideon’s. East Lawn Funeral Home is honored to serve the Justus family, please visit us at www.eastlawnkingsport.com to leave a condolence for the family.
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