Virginia Ann Slate Bingman, 90, of Critz, VA passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at The Landmark Health Care Center, Stuart, VA. She was born on May 6, 1933, in Claudeville, VA, the eldest child of the late William Beach Slate and the late Mary Powell Slate.
Virginia Ann graduated from Blue Ridge High School, Ararat, VA, class of 1951. She graduated from Radford University in the class of 1956. She taught elementary age children in Hardin Reynolds and Patrick Springs Schools for a total of 40 years.
She is survived by a sister, Cleo George and husband Billy of Ararate, VA, a brother, Douglas Slate and wife Betty of Tomball, TX, son-in-law, Kevin D. Crouch, Roanoke, VA and grandson, Taylor C. Crouch. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Dot Nelson, Patrick Springs, VA as well as numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.
Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Sandy Moir Bingman, their only child, Sally “Beth” Crouch, brother, James “Jim” E. Slate, and sister, Verna P. Anderson.
Virginia Ann did volunteer work for Hospice for several years, and was a member of the Virginia Education Association and Patrick County Retired Teachers Association. A faithful long-time member of Salem Church, she enjoyed the church activities and spent many years as a Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of various committees in the church.
The family will receive friends at Norris Funeral Services, Stuart Chapel, Stuart, VA on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Salem Church, Patrick Springs, VA with Pastor John Franklin. Interment will follow at Critz Baptist Church Cemetery, Critz, VA.
At Virginia Ann’s request, no flowers are requested or expected. If you would like to honor her life, please send a donation to Salem Church Endowment Fund, 159 Salem Church Road, Patrick Springs, VA 24133.
