Local obituaries for
Alyssa Trinity Williams
Oct 26, 2026
Some people have a best friend. Alyssa Trinity Williams had a way of being everyone's best friend. She possessed a beautiful gift for making people feel welcomed, included, and genuinely loved. Her kindness was effortless, her heart was generous, and her life was filled with friendships that crossed generations and communities. To know Alyssa was to know someone who truly...
Robert S. Dubovsky
Nov 3, 2026
Robert S. Dubovsky, 82, of Prince George, VA, passed away on November 3, 2026. Born in Hopewell, he was the son of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Dubovsky. He is also preceded in death by his brothers, Paul Dubovsky and Andy Dubovsky; and sister, Mary Nye.
Robert is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Phyllis Dubovsky; children, Donnie Dubovsky...
Harrison "Harry" Owens
Nov 2, 2026
Harrison "Harry" Owens was born at home in Dutton, Alabama on August 17, 1945, to Elijah Milton and Pearl Lee Owens. Harry was the youngest of seven children. Harry's father was a sharecropper and Harry picked cotton on the farms with his siblings from a very young age. With his white blond hair, Harry earned the family nickname, "Cotton". Harry...
Zachary Joseph Jessup
Oct 31, 2026
Zachary "Zac" Joseph Jessup, 31, passed away on October 31, 2026, in McKenney, Virginia. Born in Dinwiddie, Virginia, Zac spent much of his life surrounded by family and friends who loved him dearly. He also spent a great deal of time living in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, a place that became another chapter in his life.
Zac proudly served in...
Jennifer Lynn Benzenhafer
Oct 29, 2026
Jennifer L. Benzenhafer was born April 7, 1969. She passed away on October 29, 2026, after a period of pancreatic cancer.
Jennifer worked for 37 years with DSCR in Richmond, Virginia until her retirement. She treasured her three dogs and cats. Jennifer had a passion for gardening, and she loved displaying her inflatables during the holidays. She also loved Nags...
Opal Arlene Williams
Oct 29, 2026
Opal Arlene Williams, 88, of Hanover, Virginia, passed away on October 29, 2026. Born and raised in West Virginia, Opal carried a lifelong love for her home state, nature, and the simple things in life.
Above all, Opal was devoted to her family. She showed her love through her time, care, and the things she did for those around her. Whether...
Robert "Bob" N. Fothergill
Oct 25, 2026
Robert "Bob" N. Fothergill of Colonial Heights completed his earthly journey on October 25, 2026, after years of battling Parkinson's Disease.
He was born on October 14, 1937, in Boston, MA, the third son of LeRoy D. Fothergill, M.D., and Marguerite N. Fothergill. When Bob was four years old, his father was called to active duty in the U.S. Navy Medical...
Nancy Zehm
Oct 24, 2026
Nancy Zehm was born on December 13, 1941, in Hopewell, Virginia, to the late James Robert Davis and Mattie Beatrice Davis. One of thirteen children, Nancy came from a large family and carried that love of family with her throughout her life.
Nancy is survived by her sons, Darrel K. Zehm (Rhonda) and Michael G. Zehm (Michelle); her stepson, Timothy L....
Eugene "Geno" Bausone, Sr.
Oct 23, 2026
Eugene "Geno" Bausone, Sr., 83, of Sutherland, VA, died on October 23, 2026, at home with his wife by his side. He grew up in Chicago, IL, the youngest of ten children in a home full of love and energy.
Geno attended Catholic schools where he learned discipline and just how tough nuns and brothers could be. After he graduated, he...
Gloria Jones King
Oct 23, 2026
Gloria Jones King, 83, a resident of North Chesterfield, VA, went to be with our Lord on Friday, October 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Robert "Bobby" Edward King; her parents, Otha and Jessie Jones; and siblings, Graham Jones and Doris Collier.Gloria is survived by her daughter, Kimberly King; granddaughter, Megan Turner (Zachariah);...
Walker Isaac Kemp
Oct 22, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Walker Isaac Kemp, 21, of Chester, Virginia, on October 22, 2026.
Born December 10, 2004, and raised in Midlothian, Virginia, Walker was the youngest of three children, growing up alongside his two older sisters, Averee and Maloree. He graduated from Manchester High School in 2023. He worked at Mid-Atlantic Source...
William "Bill" Forbes
Oct 21, 2026
William "Bill" Forbes, 79, of McKenney, passed away on October 21, 2026. He was born and raised in Island Park, NY.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father-in-law, Mary and Henry LeClair; uncle, George "Scotty" Forbes; beloved daughter, Gretchen Forbes; and cherished son, Eric Forbes.
Bill is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Jennifer LeClair Forbes; his...
Patricia "Patty Ann" (Porembka) Repko
Oct 20, 2026
Patricia "Patty Ann" (Porembka) Repko, 84, of Petersburg, Virginia, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at her home. She was the beloved widow of Thomas "Tom" R. Repko, Sr.
Born January 14, 1942, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Joseph R. and Viola (Stepanic) Porembka.
Patty is survived by her children, Theresa Repko See, Thomas Repko, Jr. (Wanda),...
Susanne Maureen Schelling
Oct 19, 2026
Susanne Maureen Schelling, 75, of Wakefield, VA, passed away on October 19, 2026. Born in Jonesville, she was the daughter of the late Walter Lawrence and Maureen Mildred Schelling.Susanne was married to Wayne Wescott for 20 years and James Haire for 30 years. Susanne is preceded in death by her son, Raymond Wescott (07/06/1976 - 02/19/2021). She is survived by...
Wesley Dale Desbrow
Oct 19, 2026
Wesley Dale Desbrow, 69, of Colonial Heights, passed away on October 19, 2026. Born on January 24, 1957, in Ogden, Kansas, to the late Ed and Margot Desbrow, Wesley lived a life rich in love, creativity, and dedication.A devoted family man, Wesley was cherished by his loved ones as a compassionate partner, father, and friend. He had a profound passion...
Larry William Robertson
Oct 19, 2026
Heaven just got a little bit brighter with the passing of Larry William Robertson on the afternoon of October 19, 2026 in a local hospital. Larry's life was full. He had a personality that was contagious, and he never met a stranger. He had friends all over the world. Larry loved life and he enjoyed helping people (fixing a lawn...
Dr. Sammy "Sam" Rogene Keeley
Oct 18, 2026
Dr. Sammy "Sam" Rogene Keeley, PhD., 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Chesterfield, Virginia on October 18, 2026, surrounded by his family.Sam was born in Kansas City, Missouri in 1941. He grew up in Kansas City where he fell head over heels in love with Suanne Goldwood in high school. They were married in 1964 and went on...
Nancy Louise Horne
Oct 16, 2026
Nancy Louise Horne, 85, of Disputanta, VA, died October 16, 2026. She was born in Dinwiddie, VA, and raised in Petersburg, VA. The daughter of the late John P. Guthrie and Nannie Louise Waddell Guthrie, Nancy was a loving, devoted sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Her work history began at S.S. Kresge Company as a teenager, then she worked at Seward...
William E. Hudson IV
Oct 15, 2026
William "Billy" E. Hudson IV, 56 of Chester, VA, passed away on October 15, 2026. Billy was born on November 22, 1969, at John Randolph Hospital in Hopewell, VA. He was preceded in death by his father, William E. Hudson III and his stepmother, Brenda Hudson; paternal grandparents, William E. and Selman Hudson; and maternal grandparents, John and Marjorie Moore.
He...
Shirley Patricia Arnett
Oct 15, 2026
Shirley Patricia Arnett, 86, of North Chesterfield, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Born on March 1, 1940, Shirley was a beacon of love and strength to her family and community. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Ara Costigan; two sons, Roderic Hollis and Randy Ray Arnett; her daughter, Venita Joyce Emory; and her siblings:...
