Local obituaries for
Sandra Nickolson Richardson
Sep 4, 2025
Sandra Nickolson Richardson, 80, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, in Chesterfield, Virginia. Born on January 31, 1945, in Sylacauga, Alabama, Sandra was the daughter of Reed and Thelma Nickolson. She grew up surrounded by a close-knit family that included her siblings, Jimmy Reed Nickolson, Sherril Nickolson, and June McCreight, all of whom preceded her in death.Sandra is survived by...
Ollie Gertrude Ratliff Chaney
Sep 3, 2025
Ollie Gertrude Ratliff Chaney, age 86, of Dinwiddie, VA, ascended to her heavenly home on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, while surrounded by family at her home. She was born on August 22, 1939, in Hurley, VA, to the late Will and Stella Rowe Ratliff. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Paul Ratliff; half-brothers,...
Catherine Hartsook Spence
Sep 1, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family of Catherine Hartsook Spence, of Chester, Virginia, announces her passing on September 1, 2025, at the age of ninety-eight.
Catherine was born at home on April 1, 1927, in Lewisburg, West Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Hubert Austin Hartsook and Bessie Gardner Hartsook, and sister of the late Helen Hartsook...
Dolores Elaine Bray Watkins
Aug 31, 2025
Dolores "Dee" Elaine Bray Watkins, age 86, passed away on August 31, 2025. Dolores was born on February 23, 1939, in Washington, DC, to Carroll Bray, Sr. and Margie Wood Bray, whom preceded her in death.
Dee is survived by her loving husband, James L. Watkins; her wonderful children, Michael Watkins, Richard Watkins, Suzanne Anderson, and Lisa Dabney (Dwight); her sweet...
Betty Louise Best
Aug 31, 2025
Betty Louise Best, 78, a native of Colonial Heights but recent resident of Chester, VA, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025.
She was born March 23, 1947, to the late Jack Lebo Best and Louise Marie Robinson Best. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Harvey Jackson Best, Sr.; nephews, Harvey Jackson Best, Jr. and Steven Patrick Best; and...
Rowena Laura Carter
Aug 31, 2025
Rowena Laura Carter, 83, of Petersburg, VA, passed away on August 31, 2025. Born in Ironwood, MI, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Lillian Guglielmotto. In addition to her parents; she was predeceased by her devoted and loving husband of 36 years, Bernard Levi Carter; and her precious pets, Dusty, Starboarder, Lefty, and Tangy.
Rowena was a 1981...
Rebecca Faye Hewitt
Aug 27, 2025
Rebecca "Becky" Faye Hewitt, 80, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Born in Radford, VA, she was the daughter of the late Luther Ishmael and Grace Earles Conner; and was also preceded in death by her brother, David Conner. In her younger years, Becky had attended Radford University and enjoyed playing tennis. She had a love...
Arlinda Mondejar
Aug 24, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Arlinda Mondejar, who passed away at the age of 77. Arlinda was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Born in the Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Facunda Millan. She is survived by her two sons, Gerald Mondejar and Donald Mondejar and wife, Dorreen; six...
Stewart Lee Cole
Aug 24, 2025
Stewart Lee Cole, 88, of Chester, VA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Born in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late Robert and Ella Cole; and was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Cole "Bubba"; and his son-in-law, Paul Edwards. Mr. Cole enjoyed woodworking, gardening, landscaping, was an avid fisherman and one of...
Kenneth Ray McCormick
Aug 23, 2025
Kenneth Ray McCormick, 73, of Dinwiddie, VA, passed away on August 23, 2025.
He was the son of the late James Hilton and Lura Dean McCormick. He loved fishing, hunting, farm animals, watching old western movies, sipping on a cold one, and listening to old country music. He was a loving father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Kenneth was preceded...
Maurice Wesley Belcher, Jr.
Aug 22, 2025
Maurice Wesley "Wes" Belcher, Jr., 62, of North Dinwiddie, VA, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Maurice Wesley "Monty" Belcher, Sr.; his brother, Steve Belcher; and special friend, Rick Mosher.
Wes loved his family and spending time with them from his childhood throughout his life. He knew no strangers and was always eager to...
Anthony Keith Hatcher
Aug 21, 2025
Anthony Keith Hatcher, 64, passed away on August 21, 2025. He was born to William and Sarah "Kitty" Hatcher in Kinston, NC. He is preceded in death by his father, William Hatcher; and his grandmother, Rebecca Seymour. He is survived by his mother, Sarah "Kitty" Hatcher; his brother, William Dennis Hatcher; and his sister, Angela Maria Hatcher. The family is...
Barbara Peele Higginbotham
Aug 21, 2025
Barbara Peele Higginbotham, 82, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025. She was born to the late Wilbert and Gertrude Peele in Richmond, VA.
She loved her garden and spent many hours in the sun and rain. She was a master gardener and volunteered her services to Chesterfield County for many years. She loved to work hard and she retired first...
Nancy Kight McLaughlin
Aug 21, 2025
Nancy Kight McLaughlin, 80, of Chester, VA, formerly of Clifton, VA, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2025. Born in Palm Beach, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Brigadier General (Ret.) Richard T. Kight, USAF, and June Kight. Nancy had an adventurous spirit and loved spending time outdoors, and she loved to garden. Nancy enjoyed going RV'ing with her...
Lelia LeMaster Winn
Aug 20, 2025
Lelia LeMaster Winn, age 88, passed away on August 20, 2025. She was born in Hopewell, VA, to Matthew Munford and Susie Munford. She is preceded in death by her first husband of 51 years, Andy LeMaster; and her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Lewis Winn; her daughters, Maria Baker (Claude) and Kelly Rigsby (Lloyd); her stepchildren, Diane Sweat...
William Zimmerman
Aug 19, 2025
William "Bill" Zimmerman, 60, of Sutherland, VA, died August 18, 2025. Bill was born in Niagara Falls, New York, and moved to Richmond, Virginia, when he was in middle school, where he met the love of his life, his wife, Louisa "Lisa" Atkins Zimmerman, when they were teenage neighbors. They married 39 years ago and built their family and home...
Richard McIlwaine Thackston, Jr.
Aug 18, 2025
Richard McIlwaine Thackston, Jr., "Dick", was born on May 27, 1942, in Prince Edward County, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard M. Thackston and Hazel Gay Collins Thackston; sisters, Betty Jean Irving Whitt and Annie Marie Thackston Doughty; half-brother, Carol Thackston; and granddaughter, Katie Elizabeth Thackston. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty...
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...
Dana Conrecode
Aug 13, 2025
Dana Conrecode, 42, of Prince George, Virginia, passed away on August 13, 2025. Born on August 3, 1983, to Bonnie Conrecode and the late Edward J. Conrecode, Jr., Dana was an outgoing and vibrant soul whose infectious spirit and love for life touched everyone she met. Dana was a dedicated waitress, lawn care professional, and skilled all-around craftsperson, known for...
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;...
