Obituary Listing

Dec 29, 2016

Marie Parsons Jackson, age 89, of Drakes Branch, Virginia, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, December 29, 2016. Marie was preceded in death by her two husbands, Clarence Jackson, and Robert Kirby; her parents, two sisters; and two brothers. She is survived by a brother-in-law, Charles Hancock; her loving friends and caregivers, Rev. Parkis & Pat Mullins;...

Oct 12, 2016

MICHAEL CLAYTON JAMERSON, 55, of Crewe, passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. He is survived by his son, Clayton Jamerson; sisters, Linda Glass and Wanda Jamerson and a granddaughter, Kayslee Jamerson.

To all of Mike's buddies and most that knew him as "Squirrel" the amount of care and love that has been shown during this trying...

Apr 3, 2016

John E. McCormick, 91, of Crewe, passed away peacefully at his home, Sunday, April 3, 2016. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years Norris, three children, Janice McCormick Tinkle (Frank) Judy McCormick and John McCormick, Jr. (Cindy) A sister, Doris McClish of Finley, OH. And a brother, Ernest McCormick (Agnes) of Burkeville. Also, surviving are his...

Feb 15, 2016

Thomas "Tommy" Alvin Huddleston, 80, of Farmville, VA passed away on February 15, 2016. He was born on March 21, 1935 in Virginia to the late Thomas Ralph and Mildred Simmons Huddleston. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lena Rose, one son, T.C. Huddleston (Amy) of Cumberland, a daughter Debbie Grantham (Mark) of Midlothian, four grandchildren,...

Jan 11, 2016

On January 11, 2016, the Lord lifted Emma Ison Johnson out of the prison that her frail body had become and carried her into that home He had gone to prepare for her so long ago. Her faith finally erupted into that eternal reality that Jesus promised. Emma was born on January 16, 1924, in Portsmouth, OH, the daughter...

Dec 3, 2015

James M. Scruggs, 75, of Burkeville, passed away, Thursday, December 3, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Louise Vause Scruggs, and a brother, Harry Scruggs. Surviving is his beloved companion of 33 years Doris Bates, daughters, Patricia Miller, (Donald) of Moseley, Sandra McPeak (Mike Burr) of Chesterfield, sister, Gloria Oakes of Rice. Three grandchildren...

Aug 3, 2015

Frank M. Short, Sr., 71, of Powhatan, was sent home by God to be with his wife Shirley August 3, 2015. He is survived by his children, Cathy Hamilton, Lisa Lafoon (Paul), Peggy Stroud (Kevin) all of Powhatan, Frankie Short, Jr. (Rachel) of Texas; two brothers, Mose Short (Hattie) of Amelia, Basel Bales (Brenda) of W. Va. ; 10...

May 9, 2015

Leonard Curtis Johnson, Sr., 77, of Burkeville, passed away, Saturday, May 9, 2015. Curtis was a master mechanic for many years in Nottoway Co. and a loving husband and father. He was preceded in death by a son, Leonard Curtis Johnson, Jr. He is survived by his wife Ruby Johnson, Daughter, Suzanne Fowlkes (Graham) of Evington, son, Michael Johnson...

Apr 7, 2015

Lula Lucile Phelps Turner "Mrs. T", 90, of Crewe, passed away, Tuesday, April 7, 2015. She was the widow of the late Raymond Turner. She was also preceded in death by her parents Walter Justice and Lula Profitt Phelps, brothers George, Jesse, Gene, and a sister Margaret. She was actively involved in Crewe Wesleyan Church for over 50 years....

Mar 27, 2015

Easter Christine Austin, 87, of Crewe, passed away, Friday, March 27, 2015. Mrs. Austin was preceded in death by her husband William "Bill" Austin. Surviving are her children, Ronald Austin and wife Marlene of Glen Allen, Connie Penland and husband John of Hampton, Billy Austin and wife Beverly of Crewe, Barbara Bruner and husband John of Vinton, VA and...

Feb 1, 2015

Joyce "Gracie" Temple McKinney Williams, 77, of Blackstone, Passed away, Sunday, February 1, 2015. Surviving are her husband, Eugene Williams, her children, Carolyn Lynch and husband William of Burkeville, Conway E. Williams and wife Dana of Blackstone, and Loretta Hanks of Farmville. 14 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren Mrs. Williams was a wonderful and loving mother. She was preceded in...

Jan 23, 2015

Alice Jones Miller peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on January 23rd, 2015 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Nottoway County, Virginia on October 27th, 1927, to the family union of the late Alpheus and Margaret Jones.  To that union, five children were born Edna, Russell, LeBlon, Othella, and Alice.  Her three brothers and one sister...

Dec 11, 2014

Dorothy Parsons Carter, age 86, of Lewis Center, OH, formerly of Charlotte Court House, VA, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2014. She is survived by a son, Ernest Grey Carter, and his wife, Julie; three grandsons; a sister, a brother, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, L. E. Carter; a sister,...

Mar 27, 2014

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Feb 8, 2014

Lauraine E. Gentry departed this life to be with the Lord February, 8th, 2014. She was born June 8, 1934, in Wythe County, VA to the late Richard L. and Mary Ann Stoots Edmonds. She was predeceased by her parents and brothers, Everette Edmonds, Pete Edmonds, and Chuck Edmonds. She is survived by her husband Robert H. Gentry (Bobby),...

Nov 15, 2013

William David Mathis, age 83, of Victoria, VA passed away Friday, November 15, 2013. He is survived by five sons, Robert Mathis, William F. Mathis, and wife Joyce, David Mathis, Timothy Mathis, and wife Terry, Kenneth Mathis and wife Heather; two daughters, Gail Cameron and husband Donald, Carolyn Wriston and husband Joe; thirteen grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren. He was...

Oct 13, 2013

On the evening of October 13, 2013, in Richmond Virginia, Dorothy Boose, surrounded by her family surrendered all and entered through the prestigious gates of Heaven and heard the words: "Well done my good and faithful servant." Dorothy was born on February 6, 1945, to the late Robert Lee Mills and Edith Reynolds Mills in Radford Virginia. She was...

Jun 6, 2013

Tracey Alonzo Jackson was born to the late James Taylor, Sr. and the late Delno Jackson Miller on February 22, 1964.  He attended and graduated from Cumberland County High School in 1983. He furthered his education at Norfolk State University.  Tracey was employed as a lineman at Dominion Virginia Power from 1986 to 2009.  From there he was employed...

Jan 11, 2013

SHUMAKER, Christopher Todd, 40, went to be with the Lord January 11, 2013, in Gloucester, Virginia. Family and friends may be received at Bennett Funeral Home in Mechanicsville from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 16. A memorial service will be held at Bennett Funeral Home at 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 17. A graveside service will follow at...

Jan 2, 2013

Catherine Loretta Holt, 78, of Powhatan, widow of Theadore H. Holt, died January 2, 2013. She is survived by her life partner, Ralph Greene; one daughter, Loretta Adams; two brothers, Ray and Donnie Scott; two sisters, Dolly Brobst and Elizabeth Amos; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a devoted friend Delores Holt. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2...