Local obituaries for J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home
Robert C. Andrews
Aug 18, 2025
Robert C. Andrews, 86, of Chester, VA, passed away on August 18, 2025. Born in Petersburg, VA, he was the son of the late Calvin and Shirley Andrews. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Doris Andrews.
Robert retired from the Richmond Times Dispatch after over 30 years of service. He is survived by...
Rose Elko Uzel
Aug 12, 2025
Rose Elko Uzel, 94, of South Chesterfield, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025. She was born on June 16, 1931, in a farmhouse off Woodpecker Road in Chesterfield County, VA, to the late Michael J. Sr. and Mary Hanzlik Elko. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Benjamin T. Uzel, Sr.; her sister, Mary Elko, DC;...
Frances Maldonado Rios
Aug 12, 2025
It is with both heavy hearts and quiet joy that we share that our mother, Frances Maldonado Rios, 77, of Chesterfield, VA, went home to be with our Lord on August 12, 2025. Born and raised in Austin, TX, Mom was the cherished daughter of Francisco and Jesusa Maldonado. Though we grieve, we are comforted knowing she is truly happy...
Teresa Byrd Morgan
Aug 12, 2025
Teresa Byrd Morgan, 69, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on August 12, 2025. Born on November 7, 1955, in Charleston, SC, to Monroe and Ada Byrd, Teresa lived a life of dedication to her family, profession, community, and church.
Teresa earned her B.S. from the University of Central Florida in 1984, and her J.D. from the University of Florida in 1987....
Robert Wayne Parker
Aug 11, 2025
Robert Wayne Parker, 80, of Dinwiddie County, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Edna Parker.
Robert grew up in Walnut Hill, and graduated from Petersburg High School in 1962. He then ran track at Campbell College in North Carolina and often hitchhiked back and forth during school breaks. Robert then...
Elaine Wendy Friedman
Aug 9, 2025
Elaine Wendy Friedman, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. Born in Colonial Heights, Virginia, to Herbert and Helen Solomon, Wendy was the devoted wife of Frank Robert Friedman for 59 years. Wendy was the loving mother of Jodi Lynn Friedman Woods and her cherished son-in-law, James Patrick Woods. She was the sister of the...
John David Jones, Jr.
Aug 8, 2025
John David Jones, Jr., 64, of Chester, VA, died August 8, 2025. He was born in Arkadelphia, AR, to John D. Jones, Sr., and the late Velma Kirksey Jones. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Michelle Virginia Franklin Jones; sons, John D. Jones III and Shane F. Jones; and daughter, Robyn A. Jones, aka Kimberly. Also, by...
Melody Miller Kittell
Aug 8, 2025
Melody Miller Kittell, 62, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on August 8, 2025.
Born to the late Ivey "Mack" Miller; she is also preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Herndon; brother, Mitchell Miller; and her brother-in-law, Steve Ferguson.
Melody was a Meadowbrook High School graduate, who found special interest in playing softball and bingo, and adored the Christmas season. She retired...
Deborah Hart Bridgforth
Aug 6, 2025
Deborah Hart Bridgforth, 70, of Dinwiddie, Virginia, passed peacefully on August 6, 2025. Born on January 18, 1955, she was the daughter of late W. Louis and Myrtle Hart Bridgforth. She grew up in Farmville, Virginia, and attended Prince Edward Academy. She later worked in the dental healthcare field throughout her career.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Shanna Orr...
Hita Frank Birdsong, Sr.
Aug 6, 2025
Birdsong, Hita Frank, Sr., 83, of Chester, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was preceded in death by his late wife of 55 years, Virginia Birdsong; parents, Frank Hita Birdsong and Marian Fernsler; two sons, Michael and Matthew Birdsong; grandson, Brandon Birdsong; and brothers, Morris and Richard Birdsong. Frank loved being a father and grandfather, camping, music, going to the...
Shelia Ann Price
Aug 6, 2025
Shelia Ann Price, passed away peacefully at her home in Chester, Virginia, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. She was 68 years old.
Shelia was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 42 years, Garry Price; her father, Elmer Day; and her mother, Betty Clark.
Her memory lives on in the hearts of those who loved her, and the number is vast....
Frank Leroy Young
Aug 5, 2025
Frank Leroy Young, a devoted husband, beloved father, supportive brother and uncle, generous neighbor, and friend to many, passed away on August 5, 2025. He was 86 years young and has joined his parents, Walter "Fred" and "Medora" Jane Young in heaven. To his family and friends, he was known as Leroy, to his Navy pals and fellow workers, he...
Katherine Howerton Wells
Aug 4, 2025
Katherine Howerton Wells, 86, of Dewitt, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025. Born on May 1, 1939, in Dinwiddie County, she was the daughter of the late William Wilson "Billy" Howerton and Jessie Alicia Brown Howerton. In addition to her parents; she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Earl Lee "Marlboro Man"...
Nora C. Harry
Aug 2, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Nora C. Harry, who departed this life on August 2, 2025, at the age of 74.
Nora lived a life marked by service, resilience, and strength that left a lasting impression on all who knew her. She was known for her generous spirit, clever quips, and unwavering commitment to her...
David Ward Rodgers
Jul 30, 2025
David Ward Rodgers, 71, of Chester, VA, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Born in Waynesboro, VA, he was the son of the late Ward and Helen Rodgers; and was also preceded in death by a sister, Vera "Kinny" Hunt; and three brothers, Jesse, Tommy and Henry Rodgers. David enjoyed traveling and hiking in the mountains, taking photos, reading,...
Narci Dell
Jul 28, 2025
Narci Dell, 39, of Chester, Virginia, passed away on July 28, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with colon cancer.Narci was a dedicated teacher with a passion for theater and storytelling. It was this passion that led her to the love of her life, Corey Dell. These high school sweethearts married shortly after Narci graduated from Longwood University with a degree in...
Vanessa Brumfield Harper
Jul 28, 2025
We are heartbroken as we share the loss of our mother, who passed away peacefully in her home on July 28, 2025. She was a devoted wife, cherished daughter, loyal friend, and she fought hard for us all until the very end.
Vanessa Brumfield Harper, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away far too soon, at the age of 60. She was born...
Bobby Sasser
Jul 27, 2025
Bobby Sasser, age 90, passed away on July 27, 2025. Bobby was born to the late Paul Sasser and Stella Sasser. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jane Sasser; his daughter, Janet Myers; and his grandson, Justin Sasser.
Bobby was born and raised on a farm in North Carolina, where he grew up alongside his brother, Preston,...
Richard Russell Cunningham, Jr.
Jul 26, 2025
Richard Russell Cunningham, Jr., 68, of Midlothian, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2025, with his family by his side.
Born on March 11, 1957, Richard was the son of the late Richard and Mary Cunningham. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Linda Habansky Cunningham; and their four children, Katie Finn (Brian), Kellyn...
Dr. Totmes Tewfik Reskallah
Jul 25, 2025
Dr. Totmes Tewfik Reskallah, 99, passed away on July 25, 2025, in Fairfax, Virginia. Totmes was born in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt, to Tewfik Reskallah and Nazly Basily on February 14, 1926. He attended Cairo University Medical School, where he competed at a championship level in crew as a sculler. He graduated from medical school in 1950. He married Leila Habib...
