Elizabeth “Lynn” McPeak
Elizabeth “Lynn” McPeak, 68, of Dublin passed away on Thursday, July 10 at Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born on September 4, 1956, to her parents Larry Rupp Sanders and Betty Lou Farmer Sanders who preceded her in death as well as her brother Blair Sanders, and her son Elliott Raguzzis.
Lynn worked in Student Engagement at Virginia Tech, she also worked at Plymouth manufacturing and for a brief period of time was a grave digger. She was a fun-loving woman who loved playing at the lake or on a river she also loved being around people, she loved kids and was also known to be a good cook, especially when it came to fixing French silk pie or a coconut cream pie. She loved being around her family, and she enjoyed the family get togethers even having dinner every Tuesday night with her family. She remained active at Any Time Fitness with her daughter and friends. She found her pet dog, Tucker, on the side of the road and was unable to find its owner and decided to just simply keep him because of her love for animals.
Left to cherish her memory is her daughter Georgia Stikes and her husband Guy Stikes, as well as grandchildren Greyer and Robbi Stikes.
Lynn also had a sister, Kay Casper (Brad) of Phoenix Arizona and host of nieces, nephews and other extended family. She also leaves behind her beloved dog, Tucker.
Lynn had an amazing and colorful career, very befitting of her warm and outgoing personality. At triangle printing in Radford, she was a typesetter and was on the ground floor of the Pokémon craze and Peace Frogs account.
At Carolina pad she managed the Crayola brand and took that brand from only 14 skus to over 100. They won vendor of the year from Walmart which is a highly coveted honor.
A celebration of life will be held at the Virginia Tech Horticulture Hahn Pavilion on Monday August the 25th from 5:00 until 7:00 PM.
The staff of Norris Funeral Services, Pulaski Chapel, is caring for the family at this time.
July 16, 2025 @ 9:29 am
I remember Lynn from her time working at Plymouth. She helped us spread the Peace Frogs and our positive vibe to so many kids.
July 16, 2025 @ 1:18 pm
Lynn loved working with the students at Virginia tech , one particular student from Pakistan sheepishly said he was from a third world country . She said let me see and looked on line “ Wow, your country looks like Switzerland and being third world just means they haven’t effed it up !!! “ that student later came back to thank her, and helped him change his perspective about his own country … that was Lynn , her laser sharp humor and wicked wit , delighted all who knew her … she will be missed more than she ever expected!
July 16, 2025 @ 4:05 pm
She was born on the naval base in Monterey , California .
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the:
Pulaski Animal Control
80 Dublin park road ,
Dublin , Virginia 24084
540-674-8359
Or
Wounded Warrior Project
July 16, 2025 @ 6:02 pm
Lynn was a phenomenal friend to me. I will miss her dearly. We traveled together. She and I enjoyed visiting all the Smithsonian museums in DC, historic Charleston, SC, ans Maryland. Lynn and her sister, Kay visited me in Palm Springs, California last summer and we had a great visit. I last saw Christmas 2024 at her house when she baked her infamous salt pies.I had no idea that would be the last time that I would see her.
She and I were political junkies and could discuss politics for hours.
Lynn may you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten!!
Lynn was a great storyteller. At the end of her stories about her experiences at Virginia Tech or her life experiences in general you would find yourself consumed with laughter.
Lynn and I would share a glass of wine and solve all of life’s problems.
Lynn and I walked through life’s challenges together. Lynn’s greatest heartbreak was losing her son, Elliott. She loved her family and friends unconditionally. She was a selfless person.. Her grandchildren stole her heart the moment they were born. She constantly praised her son in law,Guy. Georgia was blessed to have a phenomenal mother!!
July 17, 2025 @ 5:48 am
Georgia. We are so sorry to hear of Lynn’s passing. We always loved seeing you two come in the feed store and hearing her stories. We will be praying for peace and comfort
July 17, 2025 @ 2:16 pm
Lynn’s daughter: your mom was a great lady! Full of laughter at all times. She always talked about you and your family. So proud of you all. I was in shock hearing of her passing. She will be missed.
Sincerely, your mom‘s hairstylist
July 17, 2025 @ 2:58 pm
Lynn was not only my sister she was my bestie. She had a larger than life personality and an even bigger heart of gold,. She was crazy about all things family. Her daughter, Georgia , Guy and her 2 grandchildren Robbie , and Greyer ruled her world , and consumed all her thoughts since her recent retirement from Tech. Making them happy was what she lived for …. But that enthusiasm existed for nieces and nephews and friends as well . Her home is dotted with thank you notes from her small acts of kindness that were second nature to her. She didn’t know a stranger , she literally could strike up a conversation with anyone ! She found so much joy in the simplest of pleasures. I called her my “superlative sister” because it was the “greatest “cheeseburger of all time , “the best Netflix’s series of all time “ , and don’t get us started on the corn dogs at the Dublin fair! The greatest on the planet !!!
She has been my therapist, my touchstone, for so many of life’s challenges. I was always amazed at her resilience and approach to life . No matter how beaten down her life challenges were, she never let it get the best of her. Life gave her a lot of lemons ( 3 ex husbands!) what did she do …She rallied loud and strong !! And made the best lemon pound cake on the planet !
They broke the mold with LYNNIE . She was so uniquely distinct and ALWAYS hilarious . I’ve heard several family members myself included even say “ I pulled a Lynn” … that means something insane and ridiculous just happened !!
Our hearts are broken but I do know she is going to make one hell of a guardian angel for all these kids … and she might need a nap but resting in peace ain’t her style !!! She is united with her decorated war vet son , Elliott and they together are in Gods army. Fighting the invisible hand of evil that is all around us …. We love you and will miss you more than YOU ever imagined !!
might be time for a roadtrip Rene
July 18, 2025 @ 4:38 am
My Aunt Lynn was truly one of a kind. A vibrant presence at every gathering, full of energy, warmth, and heart. It’s hard to believe she’s left us so soon.
Some of my earliest and fondest memories of summers in Virginia include her: dinners on the patio at our cabin filled with her incredible cooking, lazy days on Claytor Lake, spontaneous TJ Maxx trips, and cozy sleepovers at her house with Georgia. She brought so much fun and flavor to our lives, literally and figuratively.
When I started college at Virginia Tech, she became a lifeline. I didn’t have a car and dorm life could feel isolating, but her office was just a short walk from my hall. Whether it was a hug, a quick lunch, or borrowing her car, she was always there. No questions asked. On long weekends when others went home, she welcomed me into hers. She made me feel supported and safe.
My senior year, when I unexpectedly needed wrist surgery, she showed up. She checked me in and out of the hospital, made sure I had what I needed, and reminded me that I wasn’t alone. She stepped in the way only someone with a huge heart would.
Aunt Lynn lived big. She partied hard, loved harder, and gave so much of herself to the people she cared about. I’ll forever be grateful for the years and the memories I had with her.
My heart breaks for our family. We lost her far too soon.
July 18, 2025 @ 9:08 am
Lynn was a loving, loud and gregarious human. She talked a million miles an hour, bounced effortlessly between subjects, worked hard and gave freely. She always put others ahead of herself. Her self-deprecating humor and humility were interjected into every conversation, and made everyone laugh and feel better about themselves. She was taken from us way too soon, and she leaves a huge hole in our family and our hearts. Rest in Peace, Lynnie. ❤️
July 18, 2025 @ 2:03 pm
Aunt Lynn was fun, funny, and full of life. She had a great sense of humor and could always make me laugh. Some of my favorite memories with her are driving around listening to Third Eye Blind, or the time she brought me to her office for my first “internship” when I was about 10. Or most recently, at my sister’s graduation, when she had a few too many drinks and ended up interpretive dancing until her shoes flew off. That was Aunt Lynn in a nutshell. Wild, joyful, and unapologetically herself.
She had a massive heart and cared deeply for her people. I wish I could give her one more hug.
Thank you for all your love and baby clothes. Love you Auntie Lynn❤️