James Cosby Lightfoot Jr.

James Cosby (J.C.) Lightfoot, Jr., our sweet, dear and loving husband, Daddy and Papa went home to the Lord on January 5, 2023. He was born to the late James and DeLois Lightfoot, Sr. on June 13, 1938 in Buckingham County. He is preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. Cosby is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Vivian; and four adoring daughters, Jenny Walton (Robert), Sherrie Hendrick (Ronnie), Angie Berman (Steve) and Valerie Sipe (Doug); along with six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. Cosby retired as a Postmaster from the United States Postal Service after 32 years of service and was fortunate to have retired at the age of 54. He spent the next 32 years enjoying life with his family and wife of 64 years. Cosby was a 32nd Scottish Rite Mason and a member of the Washington & Henry Lodge #344, A.F. & A.M. To his wife and children, Cosby was a man to be admired. He was a vibrant, funny and true family man. The measure of his love and joy could be felt the moment he entered a room. We are so blessed to have had this wonderful man in our lives – a loving, caring and patient man, well respected and loved by all. As Cosby reached the later phase of his life, he was lovingly and tenderly cared for by his family, particularly his granddaughter, Heather. A life well-lived and filled with love best describes Cosby’s legacy. His loved ones will receive family and friends on Thursday, January 12th, from 3 to 5 pm and 6 to 8 pm, at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville, where Masonic Memorial Rites will be rendered at 7 pm. Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 am Friday, January 13th, at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home. Interment 2 p.m. Friday at Browns Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery in Dillwyn, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Washington & Henry Masonic Lodge, #344, A.F. & A.M., P. O. Box 61, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.