L.C. Christian

L.C. "Lightning" Christian, age 79, of Church Hill, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 16, 2016, peacefully at home with his loving wife by his side. L.C. accepted the Lord as his Savior a few years ago and found a loving devotion to Pastor Ed McLain who helped lead him to the Lord. He was retiree of AFG Glass Plant in Church Hill with 20+ years of service. He enjoyed gardening, camping and fishing. Most of all he was a loving husband, father and grandfather to his family. He will be greatly missed by all who love him. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Wayne Christian; parents, Joe and Gertie Christian; sister, Susie Moore; and brother, Ervin Christian. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Peggy Christian; sons, Alan Christian (Bonnie) and Larry Christian; grandchildren, Andrew Christian (Meagan), Tesla Christian, Madison Christian, Tristan Christian, Megan Christian and Christina Christian; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Ollie Barrett; brothers, Buster Christian and Ricky Christian; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. The family would like to thank the staff of Amedysis Hospice for their loving care and support; also special granddaughter, Tesla Christian, who stayed with her papaw night and day and cared for him so lovingly. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Sunday, December 18, 2016, at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill. Funeral services will begin at 7:00 pm with Pastor Ed McLain officiating and special music provided by the True Faith Quartet. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, December 19, 2016 at Holston View Cemetery in Weber City, VA. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers. Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill is proudly serving the Christian family.