A woman adored by all. Geneva Mae Sutphin passed away on May 12, 2010 while a resident in Loudoun Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born on August 25, 1917 in West Virginia to parents Arnold Simpson Christian and Mary Essie (Ferrell) Christian. Geneva married James Sutphin. They made their home in Hamilton, Virginia. Geneva and James were blessed with three children; James, David and Margaret. Geneva fell deeply into her role of wife and mother. She lovingly sacrificed her all, putting her family first and foremost. Geneva enjoyed the times she spent with her loved ones; shopping, the long drives to her old homeplace and the many times when they just sat in each other's company. She loved the beauty of flowers. Her loving, generous spirit brought her many friends.

Geneva was a woman of character with strong religious values. Having a true love for God and church led her to become a devoted member of the Hamilton Baptist Church. Her strong faith helped her through the struggles she would have to endure in her lifetime.

Geneva was sadly preceded in death by her husband James, both sons; James and David Sutphin and beloved brother Orville Christian. She is survived by her daughter Margaret J. Dorgan of Winchester, Virginia; eight grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and sisers-in-law Rosie Tincher and Ann Shomaker.

Family and friends are invited to visit and share their memories on Monday, May 17, 2010 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Colonial Funeral Home, 201 Edwards Ferry Rd. NE, Leesburg, Virginia 20176. A service will follow starting at 1:30 p.m. Interment will be in the Union Cemetery in Leesburg, Virginia. Pallbearers assisting are Michael Dorgan, Tom Robey, Maurice Basil,David Sutphin, D.J. Reno and Teddy Jenkins. Honorary Pallbearer will be Mike Dorgan.

Memorial Contributions can be made to Capital Hospice, 209 Gibson Street, NW, Suite 202, Leesburg, VA 20176 or Hamilton Baptist Church, 16 E. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158.