Brooks-Lyon Funeral Home

10/14/2026

Every person has a story worth telling, and every family has their own ideas about how that story should be honored. We take the time to listen, understand what matters most, and help bring those ideas together to make a meaningful tribute that truly reflects the life being remembered.

10/14/2026

Wanda Hudson Lacks

Wanda Hudson Lacks of Clover, VA., passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at the age of 71. She was born in Halifax County on April 11, 1955 to the late James Davis Hudson and the late Hannah Clay Hudson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Junior Lacks. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey Martin. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara C. Newcomb; brothers, Robert...

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10/12/2026

Being part of a community means being there for one another, not just during life's most difficult moments, but in the everyday moments that bring us together. We take pride in the relationships we've built, the families we've come to know, and the trust our neighbors place in us. It's a responsibility we never take lightly and a connection we value beyond the services we provide.

10/09/2026

Sometimes, the smallest details can make a funeral or memorial service feel the most personal.

If your loved one was known for their cooking or baking, consider sharing copies of their favorite recipe with guests. Whether it's their famous cookies, pot roast, or a dish everyone looked forward, it's a simple and meaningful way to celebrate their memory and share what made them special.

10/08/2026

10/06/2026

Would your family know what you would want?

Burial or cremation? A traditional funeral, memorial service, or something more personal? What music should be played? Where should your final resting place be?

Without a plan, those decisions are often left to family members during an already difficult time.

Preplanning allows you to make your wishes known ahead of time, so your family doesn’t have to guess or make those choices for you.

Contact us to learn more about planning ahead.

10/06/2026

Sara Whiteman Bowes

Sara Whiteman Bowes of Indiana and formerly of Alton, VA passed away on October 1, 2026 at the age of 89. She was born on February 24, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio. She was married to James Henry Bowes from September 2, 1966 until his passing on October 19, 2007. She loved horses and animals and spent many years raising them. After that, she spent time doing things for others through her church. From nursing home visits and helping in the...

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10/02/2026

Friday Funeral Fact: Have you heard this one?

Rosemary has been associated with remembrance for centuries, with its symbolism tracing back to ancient Greek and Roman traditions.

In later European funeral customs, mourners often carried sprigs of rosemary in the procession and cast them onto the coffin before burial, much as flowers are used today.

10/01/2026

Glenn Steven Main

Glenn Steven Main, of South Boston, passed away on Sunday September 27, 2026 at the age of 49. He was born in Bennington, Vermont on November 4, 1976 to the late Steven Glenn Main and the late Kathryn Betit Main. Glenn built a meaningful part of his working life in the Bennington, VT community, contributing through his work at two very different but important local institutions: Willys Variety Store and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. Together, these two chapters reflect a...

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09/30/2026

A funeral or memorial service may have a clear beginning and end, but sometimes the moments afterward are just as meaningful.

Gathering for a reception gives family and friends more time to share stories, reconnect, reflect and simply be together. And it doesn't have to be elaborate to be meaningful.

In our latest blog, we explore why more families are choosing to gather after a service and the role those moments can play in remembering someone they love.

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There is a moment after every funeral service when the structure of the day falls away. The readings have been read. The prayers have been prayed. The casket or urn has been carried or placed. And then - almost abruptly - it's over. Families walk out of the service and into a gap that can feel start...