of Germantown, TN
July 5, 1928 - June 21, 2021
Virginia Wooten Topp, age 92, of Germantown, formerly of Helena, passed away unexpectedly while on vacation visiting family in Arizona. She was born July 5, 1928 in Helena, Arkansas to the late Mr. and Mrs. T.E. Wooten. Mrs. Topp was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church, the Ladies Auxiliary and supported the Fine Arts Center and the Helena Museum. She enjoyed needle point sewing. She did many of the kneelers in the church and loved being with her family and especially spoiling her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, Sue Drake (Jackie) of Collierville, Tennessee; four grandchildren, Jay Drake (Anna), Thomas Drake (Emily), Betsy Hagen (Craig) and Jamie Topp; two great grandchildren, Harris Drake and Reese Drake; daughter-in-law, Felecia Topp of Olive Branch, Mississippi; a host of other family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, James Robert "Pete" Topp; her son, Jim Topp; and her parents.
A funeral service for Virginia Wooten Topp will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 2, 2021 at St. John's Episcopal Church in Helena, Arkansas. Burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery. Father Russ Snapp will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, 625 Pecan Street, Helena, Arkansas 72342; and The Helena Museum, 623 Pecan St. Helena, Arkansas 72342.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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6 Condolence(s)
Cara
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Dear Aunt Sue, Sister Betsy and other family friends. I was sorry to hear of Mrs. Ginnies' passing. I have so many memories and I wish to one day hopefully reconnect with you all. Much love and compassion and empathy my loves. Love Cara Graham Cochran and also with love and sincerity Patricia Stiles.
Mary Patricia Wright
Saturday, July 3, 2021
I am so saddened to hear about Virginia’s death. I met her here at Brookdale and we became instant friends. She was a darling lady and I will miss her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, that you all will be comforted by the peace of Christ.
Michael and Pat Speltz
Friday, July 2, 2021
Virginia was a beautiful and lovely southern lady. We will all miss her.
Love and prayers for all the family,
Mike, Pat Ann, Christopher and Jennifer
jim mayer
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Virginia was such a special lady, friend, citizen she and Pete were such a great couple. Like her parent the Wooten's they made the world a better place. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Diane Mayer
Dianna Martin Johnston
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Sue, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your mother. I remember here fondly. She was such a lovely person & so good to me. She always had time to take us wherever we won’t to go. May you & yours feel the presence of Our Lord and Savior during this time of sorrow in your lives. Would love to hear from you. âœï¸âœï¸ðŸ™ðŸ» Dianna Martin Johnston
Edica Evans
Thursday, July 1, 2021
The family has my deepest condolences. I thank God for allowing me to cross paths with such sweet spirit! Mrs. Topp will be truly missed! Love Jamonaâ¤ï¸