Local obituaries for
Rodney Dale Perkinson, Sr.
Sep 13, 2025
Rodney Dale Perkinson, Sr., 67, returned peacefully to his heavenly father on September 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Rodney was born on August 26, 1958, in Colonial Heights, VA, to his loving parents, Bubba and Carrie Perkinson. He married his high school sweetheart, Debbie Perkinson, to whom he has been married to for 45 years.
Rodney worked tirelessly...
Charles Ray Stokes
Sep 12, 2025
Charles Ray Stokes, 90, of Colonial Heights, VA, and formerly of Greenville, MS, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025. Born in Mississippi, he was the son of the late Carl C. and May Belle Rushing Stokes; and was also preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Catherine Ware Stokes; two grandchildren, Diana Renee Stokes and Charles Franklin "Chuck"...
Pat Dalton Harris
Sep 12, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of our rock, Pat Dalton Harris, 79, of Colonial Heights, who died peacefully with his family at his bedside, on September 12, 2025.
Pat was born in 1946, to the late Lewis Hiram Harris and Dorothy Shepperson Harris. He was a member of the first graduating class of Colonial Heights High School in 1965....
Mary Cerny Finney
Sep 11, 2025
Mary Cerny Finney, 73, of Prince George, VA, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Born in Petersburg, VA, she was the daughter of the late Paul W. Cerny, Sr.; and was also preceded in death by her brother, Paul W. Cerny, Jr.; and a nephew, Paul "Tripp" W. Cerney III. Mrs. Finney retired from the United States Postal Service,...
Steve D. Edwards
Sep 10, 2025
Steve D. Edwards, of Chester, departed this earth to be with his wife, on September 10, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Wilbur; sister, Joyce Sutherland; mother, Thelma; and wife, Dora "Cherie," who passed on April 10, 2015.
He was a devoted 52 year employee of the Virginia Department of Transportation, who retired on April 1, 2015....
Joy Creggar Benfer
Sep 9, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joy Creggar Benfer, who was taken from us too soon on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at the age of 61. She was born in Prince George County to her parents, Walter (Tommy) and Veta Creggar.
She retired, happily, from Defense Supply Center in Richmond. For the last 8 years, she has courageously fought...
Verna Jean Bradley
Sep 8, 2025
Verna Jean Bradley, 89, was born to the late Augustus and Pearl Taylor, in Hix, WV. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband, William "Bill" Bradley; her son, Tommy Puckett; and her great-granddaughter, Hannah Green.
She went to the Chester YMCA every day after it opened in 1986, until she got sick. She loved to travel around...
Mary Stewart
Sep 6, 2025
Mary Stewart, was born the oldest child of W. Roland McCleary & G. Vay McCleary on January 5, 1943. She was a sister to Bill and Lola (as well as, Shirley, though for only a month). As a young woman she met a young sailor named Floyd, that had patronized the bar she waitressed at. It was a whirlwind romance...
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 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...
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...
