Chad Scott Southward
Dec 17, 1982May 27, 2018
Visitation
Location
Sandston Baptist Church
Date
Sat, June 02, 2018
Time
10 : 00 AM – 11 : 00 AM
Memorial Service
Location
Sandston Baptist Church
Date
Sat, June 02, 2018
Time
11 : 00 AM – 12 : 00 AM
Obituary message
Chad Scott Southward, 35, joined his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 27, 2018, at the Bon Secours Community Hospice House surrounded by his family after battling chronic rejection of his lungs. Chad is survived by his wife, Lauren Lacy Southward; two sons, Lincoln Stuart Southward and Levi Scott Southward; parents Stuart Southward and Debra Curtis, Joe and Pat Franklin, and David and Verna Lacy; grandmothers Betty Southward and Muriel George. Chad was born on December 17, 1982 and lived his life to the fullest. He graduated from Hampden-Sydney College with a degree in English, after which he met and married the love of his life, Lauren. In their earlier years, he taught secondary education, and then worked diligently for organ donation at United Network for Organ Sharing. He was a powerful speaker and advocate for organ donation due to the fact that he survived three double-lung transplants. One of the greatest joys of his life was becoming a father to two beautiful boys. He was an incredibly magnetic and loving man. He lived for his family and, despite his health challenges, exuded joy everywhere he went. His life has been an example and an inspiration to many. Family will receive friends Saturday, June 2, from 10 to 11 a.m., celebration of life service to begin at 11 a.m. at Sandston Baptist Church 100 W Williamsburg Rd., Sandston. Please dress as colorful as possible! In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Bon Secours Community Hospice House; Duke Health in support of the Lung Transplant Director’s Fund (checks can be mailed to Duke Health Development) Attn: Morgan Pope, 710 W. Main Street, Suite 200, Durham, NC 27701); or to UNOS (United Network of Organ Sharing).
Tracy Jones lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
My heart goes out to you all.
He was such a fun and positive kid! Prayers and thoughts to the entire family and especially his kids and wife!! â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Forever in our hearts.
Sherrie Foreman lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Diana Marsh lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
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Brad and Sukie Merle lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Elizabeth J. Deis lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Chad was absolutely one of my favorite students in 35 years of teaching at Hampden-Sydney College. He was smart and hard-working, creative and passionate. And he was remarkably positive in his outlook on life. I feel absolutely blessed to have had the privilege to have known him. The world is a little darker without his bright presence. I will keep Lauren and the boys in my thoughts and prayers.
Dineen Fender lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
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Tina & Jimmy Butler lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Chad is our hero! He was an angel on earth and now flying high in heaven. The world needs more smiling faces like his…he was an inspiration to so many and will always have a place in our hearts. Love and hugs go out to his family.
Amanda Thayer lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Stuart, thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family. Chad was a brave and strong young man. We will be out of town Saturday, but please know we are thinking of you. Our regards, Kathy and Charles Walker
Karen Burley lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
I can still see him playing soccer, swinging a bat or just generally having a good time. What a wonderful child he was. Without a doubt, loved by all and will be forever. To Stuart and Pat, we thank you both for allowing us the privilege of caring for Chad. While it has been years, the memories are from yesterday. Love to all, Richard and Terry Meador.
I remember the day Chad was born and what a fighter he was even then. He was always smiling and had such a great personality. He was a true blessing to be around and we will miss him so much.
Nancy & Tony Tinsley lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Even though we did not know Chad personally, he was such an inspiration. His story of courage, strength, and incredible love for his family is so powerful. To his family, you are all amazing. We are praying for unsurpassable peace and many blessings today and in the days come. With love, David and Mary Mills
Even though we did not know Chad personally, he was such an inspiration. His story of courage, strength, and incredible love for his family is so powerful. To his family, you are all amazing. We are praying for unsurpassable peace and many blessings today and in the days come. With love, David and Mary Mills
Susan Gray lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Barbara Ferrell lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Ken Franklin lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Erin Ferguson Stargell lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Linda McLaughlin lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Denise and Michael Poole lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Ann Maloney lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
I am so sad to see this but am thankful for the memories I have of Chad and his parents…..I was one of his PTs at VCU when he was elementary/middle school age and honestly, he was probably my favorite patient…..so positive; always a smile on his face. It looks like he grew up to be a husband and dad; how awesome. I am praying for your family during this time; please know Chad was a light in my life…..Jennifer MacDonald Pulisic
Keeping all of you in prayer,with love. Until we meet again…thanks,Chad for your example of courage.
Chad was so special. I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m praying for all of you and will be thinking of you all tomorrow.
Tracey Coker lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
So very sorry. I have been reading all his loving tributes. He will definitely be missed!
Rest well, Chad.
Scott & Lisa Kiracofe lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. What a very big life Chad led in such a short time. May the memories you created together carry you through the difficult days ahead.
Scott & Lisa Kiracofe
Peggy McLaughlin lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward
I remember Chad we’ll from my years at Hampden-Sydney. He was such an inspiration to so many. I am so sorry to learn of his passing. My God bring comfort to all his family.
Evon lit a candle for Chad Scott Southward