Lucinda Surratt Jennelle

Lucinda Surratt Jennelle, 82, of Dublin, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 31st, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family and special friends.

Luci was known for her kindness, her generosity, and her unwavering love for family and friends. She served for many years as an Environmental Compliance Administrator at Volvo. Through her many years of dedication and integrity on the job, she earned the respect of her colleagues. Luci was an active member of UAW Local 2069, serving from the initial organizing efforts at Volvo until the day she passed. She also dedicated many years to Head Start and Community Action, as Head Teacher and Anti-Poverty Coordinator. There, she served families in the area with care and commitment. Her work reflected her deep care for others and her community. She was an avid painter who found joy in color and creativity. Her quick wit and unique sense of humor brought light and laughter to those around her.

She shared a loving marriage for many years with Gary Lee Jennelle, of Dublin.

Luci is survived by Gary, her daughters, Katherine Sutherland Dove, Tara Kercher Neal, Joyce Bratton Pendergrast, her grandchildren, Gabriel Evans Dove and Connor, Margaret McCarron Neal and Ezra, Elizabeth Anne Virginia Neal and Dakota, Alyssa Altizer Harvey and Collin and John Tyler Neal and Kris, as well as many extended family and friends.

She is preceded in death by Stanley Ketchel Leroy Surratt, Ann Crosier Thompson, Malcom Everett Thompson and James Taylor Dove IV.

A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church in Pulaski, where she was an active member. Family and friends will be invited to attend and honor Luci’s remarkable life.

In lieu of flowers the family welcomes donations to help with expenses.  Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com  Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski.  540-980-1700