Vanessa Kay Minnick (The Alpaca Lady), 55, of Millboro, Virginia passed away Thursday, February 23, 2017 at the residence of her sister in Christiansburg, Virginia.

She was born February 10, 1962 in Montgomery County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Jackie Wayne Minnick and Katherine Ann Altizer Minnick.

Vanessa was fondly called "Boo Hoo" by her family.

She was the manager of Diamond C Ranch in Millboro, and was a member of Life Line Ministries.

She enjoyed the outdoors, nature, and could be seen at numerous activities throughout the community with her beloved Alpacas. She was a loving mom and friend to all.

She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jason Scott Minnick and wife Lisette of Lehigh Acres, Florida; two brothers, Jackie Wayne Minnick, Jr. and wife, Tina of Pilot, Virginia and Randolph Earl Minnick of Christiansburg; two sisters, Robin Lynette Barker of Blacksburg, Virginia and Cheryl Elaine Minnick and Bobby of Christiansburg; and numerous nephews.

A celebration of her life will be held 12:00 noon, Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Life Line Ministries with Pastor Zach Royer officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hot Springs Rescue Squad, P. O. Box N, Hot Springs, Virginia 24445.

The McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home, Hot Springs, Virginia, is handling the arrangements.