Local obituaries for
Dori Ellen Weishaar
Jan 27, 2026
Dori Ellen Weishaar, born April 24, 1967, was called to join our ancestors on January 27, 2026 at the age of 58. She made her final journey peacefully, surrounded by love, and in the comfort of her own home.
Dori was the heartbeat of her family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she lived for the ones she loved. Raised in...
Mary Jane Manhattan White
Apr 5, 2026
Mary Jane Manhattan White, 81, of Chester, Virginia, passed away on April 5, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Michael and Steven; daughter, Melinda; parents, Ambrose and Alma Manhattan; and brothers, Weir and Jimmy Manhattan. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Leslie White, Jr.; her daughter, Shannon White; and her...
Percy Elton Byrum
Apr 4, 2026
Percy Elton Byrum, Jr., of Carson, VA, passed away on April 4, 2026. Born in Isle of Wight, he was the son of the late Selma and Percy Byrum, Sr. He is survived by his sons, Roy Wayne (Millie), Samuel Elton (Vickie), and Lynwood Dale (Dawn); his grandchildren, Teresa (Jason), Kelly (Chris), Tim (Kim), Jamie (Carleigh), Matt (Emily), Daniel (Ashley),...
James Keath Graves, Jr.
Apr 4, 2026
James Keath Graves, Jr., of Petersburg, Virginia, passed away on April 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born and raised in Petersburg, Keath attended Petersburg High School and later graduated from Tidewater Academy. He built a life...
Henry Clay "H.C." Barnard, Jr.
Apr 2, 2026
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." - 2 Timothy 4:7
Henry Clay Barnard, Jr., affectionately known as "H.C." to family and friends, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of those who knew him best. Born and raised in Altavista, Virginia to the late Henry Clay Barnard,...
Elizabeth Ryan Ford
Apr 1, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Elizabeth Ryan Ford: A Legacy of Care, Compassion, and Connection
Elizabeth Ryan Ford passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering love and dedicated service to others. Known for her adventurous spirit and her nurturing heart, Elizabeth spent her life ensuring that those around her felt valued, fed, and celebrated.
Elizabeth's career was...
Christopher Miles Calkins
Apr 1, 2026
Christopher Calkins, 75, passed away on April 1, 2026. Born to the late Longena and Eugene Calkins, he was a native of Detroit, Michigan. Christopher, or Chris as he preferred, graduated from Longwood College (now University) in Farmville, Virginia. Most recently, he lived in a restored National Register listed 18th-century Georgian mansion in Petersburg's Old Town Historic District.
Chris worked for...
Daniel Clark Rackley, Sr.
Apr 1, 2026
Daniel "Clark" Rackley, Sr., 83, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at the Hospice Unit/Journey's Way at the Richmond VA Medical Center, in Richmond, Virginia. Clark was born in Wilmington, North Carolina, on July 23, 1942 to the late James Clark Rackley and Evelyn Bland Rackley.
Clark's family moved from North Carolina to Virginia when he was about 5 years...
Linda Booker
Apr 1, 2026
Linda Jean Booker, 71, of Petersburg, VA, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Richfield, Minnesota, she was the daughter of the late James Jerome Welch and Beverlee Helmer Romine; and was also preceded in death by her brother, Gary Welch.
Linda was a dedicated employee of the Yankee Coffee Shop...
Janet Marshall Avelsgard
Mar 31, 2026
Janet Marshall Avelsgard, 70, of Disputanta, VA, passed away March 31, 2026. Born in Petersburg, Virginia, she was the daughter of late Albert Marshall and Virginia Marshall. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and Mimi. She enjoyed coaching softball and soccer, cooking, going to Nascar events with her son, and being outside. She worked for the City of Petersburg for 32+ years and was an active member of...
Norman Arleigh Slate, Jr.
Mar 29, 2026
Norman Arleigh, Slate, Jr., 78, of Chester, VA, died March 29, 2026. Born and raised in Petersburg, VA, he was the son of the late Norman Arleigh Slate, Sr. and Isabelle Goode Slate; and was also preceded in death by his son, Norman Slate III; and daughter, Amanda Watts. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Sharon Slate;...
Helen Isabelle Williams
Mar 26, 2026
Helen I. Williams, of Chester, VA, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born in Connecticut to the late Mr. & Mrs. Robert Dorman (Emma), she was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Master Sergeant Harvey J. Williams. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Melson and Leona Williams (Dale); two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.Helen was...
Donald Lee Camper
Mar 25, 2026
Donald L. Camper left us suddenly on Wednesday, March 26, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1942. He grew up in Rescue and spent his teenage years with friends and family water skiing and jumping off the Rescue Bridge. Donald graduated from Smithfield High School in 1960. His graduation was on a Friday, and that following Monday, he began...
Herbert Dean Freeburn, Jr.
Mar 25, 2026
Herbert Dean Freeburn, Jr, 80, of Petersburg, VA, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Born in Memphis, TN, he was the son of the late Herbert Dean Freeburn, Sr. and Mary Olga Popig Freeburn; and was also preceded in death by his brother, Richard Freeburn.Mr. Freeburn spent his career working in the insurance industry. He began working for Southland Life,...
Judith Ellen Wade
Mar 24, 2026
Judith "Judi" Ellen Wade, 78, of Colonial Heights, Virginia, passed away on March 24, 2026. She was born in Ohio to the late Mary Cannarella and Harvey Dunn. She is also preceded in death by her siblings, Paul A. Dunn and Carolyn Lewis. She was a faithful follower of Christ and prayed for all who touched her life. She attended...
Ruth Mabbitt Bonner
Mar 19, 2026
Ruth Mabbitt Bonner, a devoted educator, leader, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026.
Raised in Glendora, California, Ruth dedicated her life to education and service. She attended California State University, Los Angeles, where she began her journey toward a meaningful career shaping young minds. Ruth served as both a teacher and later as Principal of Saint...
Morris Turner Horne Jr.
Mar 17, 2026
Morris T. Horne, Jr., 90, of Prince George, Virginia, passed away on March 17, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Horne; his son, Richard W. Horne; and his brother, Marvin Horne.He was the son of the late Morris and Pearl Horne. He is survived by his son, Morris D. Horne; his daughter, Kathy D. Loving (Husband...
Francis Allan McDonald
Mar 17, 2026
Francis A. McDonald, 66, of Dinwiddie, VA, passed away March 17, 2026. Born September 2, 1959 in Italy, he is preceded in death by his parents, John and Luciana McDonald; and a brother, Paul McDonald.He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Ecko; a daughter, Skye McDonald of Dinwiddie; three grandchildren, Jasiah, Brian, and Brayden; two sisters, Julie McDonald and...
Jo Ann Peters Wall
Mar 16, 2026
Jo Ann Peters Wall, of N. Dinwiddie, VA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, March 16, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma Rosser Howard and Lawrence Sylvester Peters, Sr.; devoted husband, George Harold Wall; beloved son, Charles Lawrence Wall; and brothers, Lawrence Sylvester, Jr., Otis Glenwood, Harry Eldon, James Cleere, Cecil Wray, and...
Bobbie Joe Berger
Mar 14, 2026
Bobbie Joe Berger, 85, of Chester, VA, passed away on March 14, 2026. Born January 17, 1941, in Bonham, Texas, he was the son of the late Lonnie Lee and Carlean Marie Berger. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a daughter, Tracy Leigh Berger Sullivan; sons, Larry Ray Berger and Roger Leon Berger; sisters, Louise...
