Esther Elaine Mise

Esther Williams Mise, age 76, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023. She was born in SouthBoston, VA on December 2, 1946 to Doris Frazier and Lester Williams. She was a muchbeloved wife, mother, grandmother, and teacher. She is survived by her husband of 53 years,Edward Lee Mise; their daughter Kirsten Harper (Scott) and granddaughter Reagan Harper. She is also survived by her sister Martha Bradsaw and brother Bill Williams.

Esther was a math teacher for Danville Public Schools and Danville Community College for 39 years. She was the valedictorian of her class at Blue Stone High School in 1965. She graduatedwith honors from Longwood University and obtained a master’s degree in mathematics from theUniversity of Virginia. She had an endless amount of energy when it came to her hobbies. Sheenjoyed reading, playing golf, going to the beach, playing bridge, shopping, and walking inmarathons.

She was a devout Christian who was full of dignity and grace. She was immensely proud of herfamily and leaves behind nothing but wonderful memories.

The family would like to express deep gratitude to her loyal friend, Jan Sutherland, who was byher side throughout her illness. They would also like to acknowledge the wonderful care givenby her friend Becky Doss, the staff at Commonwealth Senior Living, and Laura Swift withHospice.

Visitation will be Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 6:00-7:30 pm at Norris Funeral Home on Franklin Turnpike.Memorial services will be Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Norris with the officiating ministerRyan Riley. At other times the family will be at the family residence.

In lieu of flowers, donationscan be made to The Hospice Promise Foundation at 159 Executive Drive Suite H-2, Danville,VA 24541.