Recent Obituaries
Julia M. Bailey
Aug 27, 2024
Surrounded by family, Julia Mae Bailey entered eternal rest on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, Virginia. She was born January 4, 1936, to the late Proverbs Judkins and Ethel James of Surry, Virginia. Upon Proverbs’ passing, Ethel married Primmie Stringfield who helped raise Julia from the age of two years.
Julia accepted Jesus Christ as her...
Ricardo M. Crocker, Sr.
Aug 25, 2024
Ricardo M. Crocker, Sr. transitioned from this life on Sunday, August 25, 2024.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11am Friday, September 6, 2024 at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Viewing will take place from 9-11am on the day of the service. Please keep the Crocker family in your thoughts and prayers.
Johnny "Big Earl" Thomas
Aug 23, 2024
Life Reflections
The Life of Johnny E. Thomas
On August 23, 2024, Johnny E. Thomas, 77, known affectionately as “Earl” to family and friends transitioned from this earthly life after a long illness. Earl was born on August 5, 1947, to Elaine Estelle and Hucless B. Thomas, the youngest of 5 siblings. Earl’s earlier days were spent at the Hobson Elementary School....
Dorothy G. Butler
Aug 16, 2024
Dorothy G. Butler departed this life peacefully on August 16th, 2024 . at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA. She was born July 22, 1932 in Surry County VA. She attended Surry County Schools.
Dorothy married her one true love, the late Joe A. Butler Sr. They were married on August 11, 1951and shared 35 loving years of marriage together.
Dorothy accepted...
Baby A'zuri Neveah Valentine
Aug 11, 2024
Baby A'zuri Neveah Valentine, daughter of Nyshea Williams and Evian Valentine, gained her angel wings on August 11, 2024.
The family will receive friends from 2-5pm on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Please keep the Parents and family in your thoughts and prayers.
Kenneth E. Keeylen, Sr.
Aug 9, 2024
Kenneth E. Keeylen, Sr., 70 transitioned from this life on Friday, August 9, 2024, at his residence.
On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, viewing will take place from 3-6pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Final services are pending but will be held at Sanders Temple C.O.G.I.C 3516 E 39th St, Indianapolis, IN 46203. Interment will be held at New Crown Cemetery 2101 Churchman...
Allen R. Denson
Aug 7, 2024
Allen departed this life at his residence in Jersey Park, Smithfield, VA on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
He was born Allen Raphael Denson on September 3, 1965 to the late Willie D. Denson, Sr. and the late Mary P. Denson. Allen became affectionately known to family and friends as “Skip”. Skip was employed at Gwaltney Meat Packing Company and then at...
Ruth A. Williams
Jul 30, 2024
Ruth A. Williams 82, transitioned from this life on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Consulate Healthcare of Windsor.
Funeral services are private. Please keep the Williams family in your thoughts and prayers.
Dianne L. Blount
Jul 27, 2024
The Life and Legacy of Dianne
Dianne Latressa Blount, born on January 10, 1971, to Veronica Blount and the late Joseph Lee Blount, Jr., entered eternal rest on July 27, 2024, at her home in Guyton, Georgia. Despite her courageous battle with stage 4 bladder cancer, she emerged victorious in spirit, fighting valiantly until the very end.
Dianne attended Smithfield High School...
Mary Reid Cook
Jul 25, 2024
Mary Alice Reid Cook 76, transitioned from this life on Thursday July 25, 2024 in Chesapeake, VA.
On Friday, August 9, 2024 viewing will be held from 4-7pm at Greater Mt. Zion COGIC, 3100 Deep Creek Blvd., Portsmouth, Va. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1 pm Saturday, August 10, 2024 at New First Baptist Church, Taylorsville 2720 Turnpike...
Geraldine Bowman
Jul 25, 2024
The Obituary
The Life of Geraldine Bowman
Geraldine Marise Bowman 73, former resident of Smithfield and Franklin, Virginia, passed away Thursday July 25, 2024, at Riverside Hospital, Newport News, Virginia.
Ms. Bowman was born August 10, 1950 to the late George Sydney and Lillie Blount Bowman.
Geraldine was a devoted lifelong companion to her surviving fraternal twin sister Earline Morietta Bowman. She also has...
Lois Edna Carr
Jul 23, 2024
Lois Edna Carr entered eternal rest on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Rosemont Health and Rehabilitation, Virginia Beach, VA.
Lois retired from Isle of Wight Public Schools after 20 years of employment. From childhood to well into adulthood, she was a dedicated member of the usher board at Chapel Grove United Church of Christ in Windsor, VA.
She was the daughter of...
Terry Sherrod
Jul 17, 2024
Terry Jermal Sherrod, born on February 12, 1976, at Obici Hospital, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the same hospital on July 17,2024, at the age of 48.
Terry was a cherished son, brother, father, and friend whose presence brought joy and warmth to everyone who knew him.
Terry had a passion for sports and was an avid softball,...
Ray M. Delk, Jr.
Jul 17, 2024
Ray M. Delk Jr. 78, was born to the late Ray M. Delk and Ruth T. Newby-Butler on November 4, 1945 in Isle of Wight County, Virginia. He departed this earthly life on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center.
Ray was well known by many to be a very hardworking man who never stopped working even up...
Linda Johnson Lacey
Jul 15, 2024
Linda Johnson Lacey 73, transitioned from this life on Monday, July 15, 2024 at Bons Secours Maryview Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA.
Linda Darnell Lacey was born in Chesapeake, Va. on September 21, 1950 to Beatrice Johnson and John L. Johnson.
Linda worked many years as a cook at Frank's Truck stop, Virga's Pizza, and was a Manager at Burger King. She then...
John Calvin Claude, Sr.
Jul 12, 2024
1 Peter 1:2-11
Today we pause to pay tribute to the Life, Love and Legacy of John Calvin "Chubby" Claude, 78, who was a committed husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin and friend. Chubby graced the earth with a spirit of quietness and endurance in the face of trials and tribulations. He strived to add goodness to his faith; to his goodness,...
Edna Jones Cary
Jul 8, 2024
Edna J. Cary 83, departed this life peacefully in her home on July 8, 2024. She was born June 25, 1941 in Southampton County Virginia. She attended Isle of Wight Training School and graduated Class of 1959.
Edna accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her Savior at an early age. She was a faithful member of The New Jones Grove Baptist Church...
Elder Louis Mallory, Sr.
Jul 6, 2024
Louis McKinley Mallory Sr., 81 entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at home in Hampton, Virginia. He was born to the late Deacon Gastion Mallory and Mother Nevolia Mallory on November 28, 1942. Louis accepted Jesus at an early age and joined Mount Tabor Church of God in Christ in Smithfield, Virginia. This Mighty Man of God...
Wallace Lee Hardy, Jr
Jul 2, 2024
MEMOIR
Wallace Lee Hardy, Jr.
Wallace Lee Hardy Jr., of 6358 Old Stage Highway, Smithfield, Va., departed this life Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 9:11 a.m., at his residence, after a period of declining health, surrounded by his loved ones.
Wallace, affectionately known as “Pig,” was born on Feb. 4, 1942, in Isle of Wight County to the late Wallace Lee Hardy Sr....
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