Nancy Gibson Persinger, 89, of Colonial Heights and formerly of Covington, died Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at her residence.

Nancy was born June 21, 1934, in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late William O. and Louise Miller Gibson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Douglas Persinger; a grandson, Matthew McMullen; a great-granddaughter, Natalie McMullen; and two sisters, Geraldine Wolfe, and Armelda Rucker.

Mrs. Persinger was a member of The Church of God. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family.

Survivors include her daughter, Chrystal (Frank) McMullen of Colonial Heights; one son, Allan Persinger of Danville; a grandson, Jonathan McMullen of Charles City; five great-grandchildren; and one brother, William Jewel Gibson of Virginia Beach.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, June 3, 2024 at the Alleghany Memorial Park Mausoleum with the Rev. Connie Wilson officiating.

The family will receive their friends on Monday from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM at Arritt Funeral Home.

Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Friends wishing to send condolences online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com