Bernice Harris Albert

She was born in Indian Valley, Virginia on September 20, 1927, daughter of the late Clifton Harris and Maudie Harris.

She was a member of Madison Heights Baptist Church and was active in Koinonias (Senior Bells), the Kitchen committee, Sunday School and enjoyed numerous trips with her church family.

Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Ira Albert, 7 sisters and 4 brothers.

She is survived by 3 daughters, Sharon Sanneman (David), Carolyn Martin, and Diane Kidd; a sister, Dotte Harris Foster (Lynwood); 5 grandchildren, Lisa Kidd Flinn (Chris), DeWayne Martin, Denise Martin (Thomas), Amanda Sanneman Martin (Scott), and Kent Sanneman (Stephen); 5 great grandchildren, Chandler Tolley (Brianna), Grayson Tolley, Sam Martin, Hannah Martin Borders (Caleb) and Cohen Martin. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, March 12, 2021 at Fort Hill Memorial Park with Pastor Todd Blake officiating.

When attending services, please maintain social distancing and masks are required for everyone’s safety.

You are encouraged to post a memory, note, or words of condolence to the family by going to the funeral home website at www.whittentimberlake.com.

The family would like to offer a special thanks to Seven Hills Hospice for the care they gave our loved one and also a special thanks to Pam.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office Project Lifesaver or a charity of your choice.