Frankie Duffer

Frankie Dale Duffer, 71, of Blairs, died Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Danville Regional Medical Center. Born September 8, 1943 in Danville, VA. She was the daughter of the late Frank Chattin and is survived by her mother Thelma Chattin Cox. Frankie leaves behind one son, Timothy Joe Duffer and wife Kristy of Blairs, two granddaughters, Heather and Allison who were the joy of her life. Frankie was 1961 graduate of Spring Garden School. She graduated from Danville Community College a year later with a Cosmetology License. Frankie was a beautician and worked at Roman Eagle Health Care for 30 years. She was also president of the Danville Hairdresser Association for many years. Frankie was active in the Ladies Auxiliary at Blairs Volunteer Fire Department. She served as treasurer for the auxiliary for 10 years and was instrumental in coordinating fundraising. Frankie was a member of Robertson-Bennet Order of the Eastern Star #70 in Keeling, VA. She was a lifetime member of Oakland United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at Oakland United Methodist from 2-3 p.m. with a funeral service to follow at 3 p.m. Pastor Jon Woodburn of Oakland will officiate. At other times the family will receive friends at the home of Tim and Kristy Duffer. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Blairs Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 242, Blairs, VA. Townes Funeral Home, 215 West Main Street, is serving the Duffer family.