Obituary of Lucille Mattox Woodford

Lucille Mattox Woodford, 76 of Huddleston, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023 at  her residence.  She was born on Wednesday, November 6, 1946 in Altavista, VA, a daughter of the late Ryland Mattox and Margaret Sandridge Carter Mattox.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Henry Lane Woodford.  

She was retired from BGF Industries, was a member of Mentow Baptist Church since 1967 and in earlier years sung in the choir and taught Sunday School.  

She is survived by a sister, Shirley Gregg; her nephew, David Gregg; brother-in-law, Lynwood Woodford (Betty); many other nieces and nephews as well as her special caregiver, Pearl Burdette.  

The family will receive friends beginning at 1 PM on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Mentow Baptist Church and a funeral service will follow at 1:30 PM with Rev. Rick Foster and Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating.  Interment will be in the church cemetery.   

Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston.