Lansing Fulcher

Lansing L. Fulcher, Sr., 92, longtime resident of Mathews and Middlesex Counties, passed away on Sunday April 16, 2017 at the Masonic Home of Virginia. Born in Powells Point, North Carolina on June 16, 1924, he served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of Oriental Lodge #20 AF & AM and Oriental Chapter #30 Order of the Eastern Star in Mathews. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy and children Robert Lee Fulcher (Linda), Lansing L. Fulcher, Jr (Gloria), John A. Fulcher, Nora F. Wilson (Calvin), Deborah F. Derosier (Robert), Dorothy Gail Fulcher (Chuck), and Catherine F. (Trudy) Shearin (Randy). He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by 1 great grandson. A graveside service will be conducted by Rev. Larry Schools at 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 23, 2017 in H. C. Smithers Cemetery in Mathews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Masonic Home of Virginia, 500 Masonic Lane, Richmond VA 23233. Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Saluda is serving the family.