DILLWYN, Oct. 29 – Arthur Junious Absher, 63, of Dillwyn, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 27, 2009. He was born December 21, 1945 in Buckingham County where he has lived his entire life.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Love Absher; a brother, Earl Lee Absher (Gladys); nephew, Gene Absher (Brenda); and niece, Lindsay Absher, all of Dillwyn. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Lee Absher and his mother, Elizabeth Hudgins Absher.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday at Browns Chapel United Methodist Church at 2 p.m.

The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday at Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Browns Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, Dillwyn Fire Department, Buckingham Rescue Squad or the donor's choice.

Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn, is in charge of arrangements.