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Catherine Alice Townsley, 56, of Chester, VA, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Andrew John Townsley; mother, Mary Forrest; brother, Ted Forrest; and grandson, Zachariah Townsley.
Catherine was a member of Cornerstone Faith Assembly and attended services faithfully. She impacted so many lives as a living testimony.
Catherine is survived by her son, Andrew John; daughters, Catherine Alice, and Sarah Ann; grandchildren, Ava, Mia, Andrew, Isaiah, Richard, and Isabelle; her father, Edward; and siblings, Sandra and Eleanore. She was a loving mother, trusting sister, and faithful friend. Catherine will be greatly missed.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home, with a funeral service will beginning at 7:00 p.m. that evening. A funeral service will also be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the Chester Chapel. Interment will be private.
J.T. Morriss & Son - Chester Chapel
J.T. Morriss & Son - Chester Chapel
J.T. Morriss & Son - Chester Chapel
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