Local obituaries for
Gary Leland Turner
Dec 21, 2025
Gary Leland Turner, 61, passed away December 21, 2025. He was born November 11, 1964, to Garland Linwood Turner, Sr. and Ann Ruth Johnson Turner. Throughout Gary's life, he worked as a dairy farmer. He also enjoyed pastimes such as hunting, fishing, restoring vintage automobiles, and wood carving.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived and loved...
Lucy Hartman Clark
Dec 20, 2025
Lucy Hartman Clark, 93, passed away December 20, 2025 at the home of her daughter. She was born December 19, 1932, to Clayton and Winnie (Bridgewater) Hartman in Ettrick, VA, who preceded her in death. She graduated from Petersburg High School in 1949 and was a member of Ettrick Baptist Church Friendship Club, Forty Niners Club, and Dancing Grannies Tap...
Ramila Chandulal Shah
Dec 20, 2025
Ramila Chandulal Shah, 85, of Chester, VA, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025. The live stream of her funeral ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The family is being served by the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home.
Samantha Frances Crabtree
Dec 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Samantha "Sam" Frances Crabtree, 29, of Disputanta, Virginia. She departed this life on December 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was a 2014 graduate of Prince George High School, and attended Virginia State College, Richard Bland College, and Liberty University. She majored in Psychology and Special...
Georgia Varena Wood
Dec 19, 2025
Georgia Varena Wood, 95, of South Prince George, VA (after many years in Newport News, VA), passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Lucy Corr Retirement Community in Chesterfield, Virginia. She was cared for by her daughter Janet Harrell Wood from 15 years prior to her passing to the last days of her life. Georgia's life was sometimes very...
Mary Rebecca Lewis
Dec 16, 2025
Mary Rebecca Lewis, 73, of DeWitt, Virginia, passed away on December 16, 2025. She was born on September 6, 1952.Mary was a devoted mother, sister, and partner whose life centered around the people she loved most. She is survived by her three children, Beverly Edwards (Shawn Edwards), Micheal Daniels (Emily Daniels), and James Robinson; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she adored;...
Travis Lee Hoylman
Dec 15, 2025
Travis Lee Hoylman, 41, of Dinwiddie, Virginia, passed away on December 15, 2025.Travis was a devoted father, fiancé, son, brother, and proud "Pawpaw Travis." His life revolved around his family, and his love for them was evident in everything he did. He was known not only for his strong spirit and big heart, but also for his silly, goofy personality that...
Charles R. Hall
Dec 15, 2025
Charles R. Hall, of Chester, VA, died on December 15, 2025.He was born in 1944, in Winchester, KY, and led a life defined by dedication, intellect, and service. A proud graduate of Clark County High School (class of 1961), he went on to serve his country with honor in the Untied States Air Force. After completing his service, he earned...
Kevin Duane Bailey
Dec 14, 2025
Kevin Duane Bailey, 45, of Chester, Virginia, passed away on December 14, 2025. Kevin was a devoted father, uncle, brother, and son. His life revolved around his son, Jackson, and his family was evident in everything he did. He was known for his love of Micheal Jackson's music and his collection of Hot Wheel cars. He made friends easily, had...
Florea Dumitrescu
Dec 12, 2025
It is with deep regret that we share the news of the passing of Florea Dumitrescu, who passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2025, at the age of 74.
Florea leaves behind his sister who lives in Romania and his good friends from here and afar.
As many of you know, Florea was a warm-hearted person, who loved reading, especially history books,...
Dwayne Elliott Nikolaisen
Dec 11, 2025
NIKOLAISEN, Dwayne Elliott, born on November 5, 1965, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 11, 2025, at the age of 60, at St. Mary's Hospital surrounded by family. He resided in Chesterfield County, VA, and was formerly from Chester, VA.He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth "Ken" Walter Nikolaisen, Sr. and Rebecca "Dianne" Nikolaisen; and niece, Chonna Nikole...
William Edward Parsley, Jr.
Dec 11, 2025
William "Bill" Edward Parsley, Jr., 72, of Chester, VA, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones on December 11, 2025. Bill was born January 18, 1953, in Richmond, VA, to the late William E. Parsley, Sr. and Doris T. Parsley. Bill is survived by his wife of 47 years, Brenda Bowen Parsley; son, Michael Parsley (Erin); daughters, Amanda...
Service of Remembrance
Dec 11, 2025
You, your family, and your friends are cordially invited to attend our Service of Remembrance. This special service will include an inspirational message, candle lighting ceremony, music, and a video memorial tribute. Please join us at one of the times and locations most convenient to you as we honor, remember, and celebrate the lives of our loved ones. We look...
Judith Aufdermarsh Recher
Dec 10, 2025
Judith "Judy" Aufdermarsh Recher, 89, of Chesterfield, VA, died December 10, 2025, after a long illness. Born and raised in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Alice Aufdermarsh. She was predeceased by brothers, Carl and Robert. Judy is survived by her husband of 66 years, Ronald; and children, Alisa (Rick) Hogsett, Sharon (Chris) Hoover, and...
Service of Remembrance
Dec 9, 2025
You, your family, and your friends are cordially invited to attend our Service of Remembrance. This special service will include an inspirational message, candle lighting ceremony, music, and a video memorial tribute. Please join us at one of the times and locations most convenient to you as we honor, remember, and celebrate the lives of our loved ones. We look...
Judith S. Crockett
Dec 6, 2025
Judith S. Crockett, 84, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Born in Petersburg, VA, she was the daughter of the late James and Annie Dilday Skinner; and was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles W. Crokett; and two siblings, Diane Skinner and Larry Skinner. She is survived by her son, Johnny Fried and...
Shirley McVey Jennings
Dec 6, 2025
Shirley McVey Jennings, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025 in Chesterfield, VA, with her daughter by her side. Born April 10, 1936 in Lodi, VA she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Eula McVey.
Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 48 years, Olen "Skip" Jennings, Jr. She is survived by her daughter,...
Paul Simpkins
Dec 5, 2025
Paul Simpkins, 87, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 5, 2025. Born in Blackwolf, WV, but raised in Skygusty, WV, he is the son of the late Annie May Turpin Simpkins and Grayson "Buck" Elmer Simpkins; he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Ruby Scott (Homer) and Mary Harris (Thomas).
Paul graduated from Gary High School in Gary, WV,...
James Walter Poe
Dec 5, 2025
James Walter Poe, 87, of Chester, VA , passed away on December 5, 2025. Born March 31, 1938 in Buckingham County, VA, he was the son of the late Samuel Elmore Poe, Sr. and Virgie Weeks Poe. In addition to his parents, Mr. Poe was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty J. Poe.He is survived by his daughter, Kimberley...
Bradley Thomas Grindle
Dec 5, 2025
Bradley Thomas Grindle, 50, of Dinwiddie, Virginia, passed away on December 5, 2025. Born and raised in Hanoverton, Ohio, he moved to Virginia in 1997 to pursue a career as a machinist at General Electric. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Horner Grindle; children, Kim Hicks (Marvin), Dylan, Ryan, Morgan, Shyan and Raegan Grindle; grandchildren, Abigail, Owen, Collin and...
