Mrs. Justyne Bennett Fisher of Halifax, VA passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the home of her daughter. She was born May 10, 1927 in Halifax County, VA and was 97 years old. She was the daughter of the late Henry Jason Bennett and the late Lizzie Younger Bennett. She was married for 74 years to the late Joe Thomas Fisher, Jr.
Justyne was a member of the McKendree United Methodist Church and was active with the WSCS. She was known for her cooking and baking, especially her pound cake. She was an excellent seamstress and made clothing for her family. One of the most important aspects of Mrs. Fisher's life was spending time with her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Mrs. Justyne Bennett Fisher is survived by:
Three Children
Joe T. Fisher, III and wife Brenda of Halifax
Diane Fisher Weatherford and husband William of Scottsburg
Brenda Fisher Poole and husband Bernard of Halifax
Six Grandchildren
Sandie Cole (Joey), Jason Fisher (Cindy), Aaron Fisher (Amy), Ann Conner Jones (Keith), Justin Poole (Robyn) and Tim L. Weatherford
Fourteen Great Grandchildren
Four Great-Great Grandchildren
Host of Nieces and Nephews
*Preceded in Death By*
One Sister
Charlotte B. Lewis
Two Grandchildren
Bradford L. Poole & Mark Wilson Conner
One Nephew
Butch Barker
A Memorial service will be held at a later date. For memorials please consider McKendree United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com. Arrangements are by: Powell Funeral Home and Powell Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.
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