Lula G. Facemire

Lula G. Facemire, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Athens, Georgia. She was born in Braxton County, West Virginia on March 8, 1934 to the late Richard and Henrietta (Crites) Clifton.

Lula joined her true love in heaven, James “Sonny” Facemire, who died on October 12, 2014 and her eldest daughter, Victoria “Vickie” Bolton who died August 6, 2016. Lula is survived by her son, James Michael Facemire (Brenda Facemire) of Manassas, Virginia, her daughter, Martha Jane Babendreier (Justin Babendreier) of Athens, Georgia, seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

Lula married James “Sonny” Facemire on February 26, 1955 in Sutton, West Virginia after a five year courtship. They built and created a loving home in Fairfax, Virginia in 1960.

Together, Sonny and Lula, enjoyed gardening and spending time in the Virginia and West Virginia mountains. They valued time spent with family, especially their grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lula was known for her cooking and baking. She always welcomed the opportunity to gather family and friends and show love through her food. Lula was feisty and had a quick and witty sense of humor and loved a good laugh. She appreciated the simple things in life. Lula will be missed deeply by all whose lives she touched.

A memorial service for family and friends will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023 at 4:00 p.m., at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Athens, Georgia. Interment is planned for spring 2024 at the Braxton County Cemetery, Flatwoods, West Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia (DSANV), 10467 White Granite Drive, Suite 320, Oakton, VA 22124. Donate online at https://secure.everyaction.com/dXL7WmyZ5kSdRvfp_UHHxg2

Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.