Local obituaries for
Nellie W. Spain
Jan 28, 2026
Nellie W. Spain, 82, of Midlothian, VA, passed away on January 28, 2026. A native of Chesterfield County, she was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Frances Watson; and her sister, Virginia Ann Kardos.Nellie worked at ER Carpenter & Company for over 30 years. She was a beloved mother to her children and enjoyed spending time with her...
Courtney Anne Flournoy
Jan 28, 2026
Courtney Anne Flournoy, 48, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Born in Hopewell, VA, she was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Frances and Ward Harvey; her paternal grandparents, Clyde T. Mason and Mildred Ann Sharp; and her husband, Jerry A. Sharp. Courtney had a zest for life and was a feisty and free-spirited woman....
Susan Kay Mintz-Brooks
Jan 27, 2026
Mintz-Brooks, Susan Kay died suddenly on 27 January 2026, twenty-two days after her 65th birthday, 5 January 1961. Besides her husband, Wallace "Bubba" Brooks, survivors include her two sons, Chris and Mitch Brooks, of Chesterfield County; two brothers, Charles David (Kathy) and Michael Ray (Lora) Mintz, of Chesterfield County; and a sister, Sarah Elizabeth Rehling (Samuel Joseph), of Highland County,...
Brenda Joy Hundley
Jan 26, 2026
Brenda Joy Hundley, 77, of Chester, Virginia, passed away on January 26, 2026. Born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Brenda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love for her family defined her life.Brenda enjoyed crafting, gardening, and most of all spending time with her great-grandchildren, who lovingly knew her as "Ma."She was the daughter of the late...
Marjorie Lester Smith Clark
Jan 25, 2026
Marjorie Lester Smith Clark, 94, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on January 25, 2026. Margie was born in 1931, in Shady Spring, WV, to the late Henry Kelly and Lena Ransom Lester. After graduating high school, Margie began her career with the D.O.D, traveling extensively as a computer programmer. After her retirement, she enjoyed stained glass, treasure hunting at yard...
Darryl Millwood Wrenn
Jan 23, 2026
Darryl Millwood Wrenn, 73, of Dinwiddie, VA, passed away on January 23, 2026. Born and raised in Roanoke Rapids, NC, he was the son of the late James Wrenn and Peggy Hale. He retired from the Wal‑Mart Distribution Center after 25 years of service. Darryl loved watching NASCAR and cheering for the Dallas Cowboys.
In addition to his parents, he was...
Lillian Bowen
Jan 23, 2026
Lillian Bowen, 101, went to be with her Lord on January 23, 2026, in Henrico, VA.
Lillian was born on March 28, 1924, in Big Stone Gap, VA, the daughter of the late Talmadge and Callie Gilley.Lillian loved the Blue Ridge Mountains where she was raised and kept those ties throughout her life. She married Frederick Bowen on July 18, 1947, in...
Cynthia Jayne Vanderburg
Jan 22, 2026
Cynthia Jayne Vanderburg, 70, of Petersburg, VA, passed away on January 22, 2026. Born and raised in Petersburg, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Martin.
Cynthia was a loving wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was deeply devoted to her family. She had a lifelong love for animals and was well known for rescuing any animal in need...
LTC Vaughn Maurice Sones
Jan 22, 2026
LTC Vaughn Maurice Sones, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, has gone home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born in Bogalusa, Louisiana, he served his nation as a decorated Army officer for 28 years. Vaughn is survived by his four children, Richard Sones (wife, Penny), Tracy Sones Holcomb (husband, Mark), Ronald Sones (wife, Mary), and Kathryn...
Carolyn Horne Field
Jan 22, 2026
Carolyn Horne Field, age 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 22, 2026. Born into a life grounded in faith, family, and perseverance, Carolyn lived her years with grace, strength, and a deep love for those around her.
A devoted mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Carolyn's life was a testimony to God's enduring love. She...
Betty Jane James
Jan 21, 2026
Betty Jane James (formerly Brittle), 71, of North Chesterfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:09 p.m. She was the daughter of the late Maurice Abbott James and Barbara Lee James (Sadler) of Enon.
Betty retired from the Richmond Public Schools system in 2004 after 25 years of service. She started out working at the Richmond Public Schools...
Lonnie Glenn McClelland
Jan 21, 2026
Lonnie Glenn McClelland, 75, died on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 17 years, Linda McClelland; his father, Lester Chandler; his mother, Aino Ruokasmaki; his step-father, Llyod S McClelland, Sr.; and his siblings, Cathy J. McKinley, Terry W. McClelland, Lloyd S. McClelland, Jr.He is survived by his son, Christopher Kirkland (Ellen); his...
Edna Louise Tedder
Jan 18, 2026
Edna "Louise" Tedder, 84, of Richmond, VA went home to be with the Lord on January 18, 2026.
Louise was born on March 3, 1941 to the late Jesse and Pauline Bizzell in Johnston County, NC. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, neighbor, and friend. Louise served the Lord and preached his Word to all those around. She was...
Bernard Stanley Clarke
Jan 18, 2026
Bernard Stanley Clarke, Jr., 85, passed away on January 18, 2026. He was born on August 20, 1940, in Richmond, VA, to the late Bernard Stanley Clarke, Sr. and Virginia Ricks Clarke.
Bernard grew up in Petersburg, VA, and attended Christ Church School, before graduating from Petersburg High School. He attended North Carolina State University for his undergraduate degree, and then...
Clarence Sylvester Wells, Sr.
Jan 17, 2026
Clarence Sylvester Wells, Sr., 94, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Born in Powhatan, VA, he was the son of the late Homer and Emily Duty Wells; and was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister. Mr. Wells proudly served his country in the United States Army and then went on to retire...
Irving H. Pritchett III
Jan 14, 2026
On January 14, 2026, Irving H. Pritchett III, age 74, lost his battle with cancer. He passed peacefully at home in Smithfield, VA.
Irving attended primary through high school in Petersburg, VA, and graduated from Hampden-Sydney College in 1973. He remained dedicated to this college and attended Homecoming every year since his graduation.
He became a surveyor in Dinwiddie County, VA, where...
Larry Wayne Owens
Jan 14, 2026
Larry Wayne Owens, born December 13, 1943, passed on January 14, 2026. He was the son of Winfred S. Owens and Genevieve M. Mayes (née Moody).
Mr. Owens is survived by his wife, Beverly Owens; his children, Larry R. Owens and Emily Clienhans; his grandchildren, Caeleigh Owens and Charles Owens; and his cousins, Jerry Ford and Sherman Ford.There will be...
Sylvia C. Haddon
Jan 12, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Sylvia C. Haddon announces her passing on January 12, 2026, at the age of 85.
Sylvia will be lovingly remembered by her three children, John Haddon III and wife, Melinda, Joseph Haddon and wife, Michele, and her daughter, Colleen Watson. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Haddon, with...
Alice Brenda Rideout Aberle
Jan 12, 2026
Alice Brenda Rideout Aberle, age 74, was born on October 30, 1951, to Amos, Sr., and Hazel Rideout. She peacefully passed on from this life on January 12, 2026.
Brenda is survived by her faithful fiancé, Patrik Crockett; three loving children, Ray McFalls and wife Tommie, Jay McFalls and wife Kimberly, and Rebecca Crites and husband Kelly. Brenda is also...
Randolph "Randy" Carraway
Jan 11, 2026
Randolph "Randy" Gary Carraway, born August 12, 1951, passed away on January 11, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Irvin Carraway; his mother, Vivian Carraway; his son, Paul Carraway; and his brother, Richard Carraway.
He is survived by his wife, Betty P. Carraway, his daughter, Leslie A. Stevens; his step-daughter, Allison Arce (Sixto); his step-son, Eric Owen (Lynne);...
