Obituaries

Robert David Lemons, Jr. 71, of Martinsville, VA passed away Friday, August 18, 2023, at his home.

He was born November 2, 1951, in Martinsville, VA to the late Robert David Lemons, Sr. and Violet Jean Cobler Lemons. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Wayne Lemons.

David was a Class A building contractor and owner of Lemons Construction. He loved building and helping people realize their dream of having a newly built home. He had also worked at Frith Construction and the Lester Group. David loved to have a good time, never met a stranger, and was happiest when he was fishing at the coast or riding his Harley. He also had a love of fast cars, guitars, and music. Faith Fellowship was David’s church home and his faith was a large part of his life that helped him through many of life’s challenges.

He is survived by his wife, Maria Elizabeth Lemons; sister, Donna Jean Lemons Cassell, Carol Lovell, (Mother In Law), Lewis Hauger (Brother In law), and his beloved dog, Scooter. David was blessed to have angels disguised as caregivers taking care of him during his illness. Annie Rogers, Dianne Duggins, Wilma Inaman, Tiffani Hale, William Penn, and Marsha Collins did so much to help him and the family is forever grateful for them and the part they played in helping David through his difficult times.

Family and Friends are invited to remember David at a graveside service at 1 p.m. on Monday,

August 21, 2023, at Roselawn Burial Park with Pastor Gary Hoffman officiating. There will be a remembrance celebration at a later date during the holiday season which David loved so much.

In lieu of flowers, Please consider a donation in David’s memory to the Martinsville Henry County SPCA, (spcamhc.org), Wounded Warrior Project (woundedwarriorproject.org) or Tunnel to Towers Foundation (T2T.org)

Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, VA is serving the Lemons family.