Local obituaries for
Nancy Jean Frazier
Jul 13, 2025
Nancy "Jean" Frazier, of Chester, VA, passed on Sunday, July 13, 2025. On the day of her passing, she went home with her Lord and Savior, and is now in the arms of her loving husband, with whom she will be buried with just as she wished.
She left behind a family that loved her dearly. But we find peace in...
Warren James Gaines, Jr.
Jul 11, 2025
Warren James Gaines, Jr., 59, of Hopewell, Virginia, passed away on July 11, 2025. Warren was born at the United States Navy Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia, and raised in Norfolk. Warren was a devoted husband, father, son, and "Pawpaw," who dedicated his life to caring for his family. He grew up attending Mount Gilead Missionary Baptist Church and was actively...
Jackie Lee Grissom, Sr.
Jul 11, 2025
Jackie "Jack" Lee Grissom, Sr. 76, of Dinwiddie, VA passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025. Born in Petersburg, VA, he was the son of the late Hermas Eaton Grissom and Katie Adell Catlin Grissom; and was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Terrie Price Grissom; his daughter, Carrie Davis; and three siblings, Christine Grissom...
Gerald Dwight Alexander
Jul 9, 2025
Gerald (Jerry) Dwight Alexander, 84, of Chester, Virginia, peacefully passed away on July 9, 2025. He was born on September 8, 1940, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to the late Grover Cleveland and Charlotta Christaena Alexander. He was a beloved husband, dad, papa, and a proud member of the Muscogee Nation Tribe. After 21 years of service in the United States Army,...
Brian Leslie Farkas
Jul 7, 2025
Brian Leslie Farkas, 73, of Chester, VA, passed away on July 7, 2025. Born in Whitewood, Saskatchewan, he was preceded in death by his parents, Laddie and Rose Farkas; and his wife, Elaine Farkas. He is survived by his son, Kyle Farkas (Kim); grandchildren, Carly Elliott, Ashley Farkas, and Hailey Farkas; great-granddaughter, Allyson Elliott; brother, Randy Farkas (Joan); and two...
Mavis Jean Simmons
Jul 5, 2025
Mavis Jean Simmons, 91, of Chester, Virginia, died on Saturday, July 5, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Joe T. Simmons. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Lora Elvis and Willie Lee Woods; her brother, EB Woods; her sister, Annette Pearce; her daughter, Virgie Simmons Bryant; and her sons-in-law, James Testerman...
Florence May Harpole
Jul 3, 2025
Florence May Harpole, 79, of Sutherland, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Phillip W. Barr and Helen Barr (Crehan). She was preceded in death by her husband, Colonel Jan Hess Harpole, a veteran of the U. S. Army. Flo moved with her family several times before settling in...
Cornelia Anne Scott Brumfield
Jul 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of our beloved Nannie, who left this world surrounded by the family she loved so deeply.
Cornelia Anne Scott Brumfield, 82, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on July 2, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1943, in Red House, Virginia, to the late William Jones Scott and Annie Margaret Harvey Scott.
Cornelia is survived...
Larry M. Forehand
Jul 2, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Larry M. Forehand, 77, of Colonial Heights, VA, who departed this life peacefully on July 2, 2025, after a courageous battle with multiple long term illnesses. Born in Dothan, Alabama, Larry's journey took him through California and Germany before finally settling in Petersburg, Virginia, where he met the love...
Rudolph Morgan
Jul 1, 2025
Rudolph "Glen" Morgan, 73, of Chesterfield County, passed away suddenly on July 1, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rudy and Alice Morgan, loving parents who encouraged a passion for learning, responsibility, and the development of a strong work ethic from an early age. Glen's upbringing fostered a steadfast belief in education, perseverance, and the value of...
Peggy Ann Newhouse
Jul 1, 2025
Peggy Ann Newhouse, 68, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born in Lumberton, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Ethel Reed; and was also preceded in death by her sister, Betty Full. Peggy will be remembered by her family as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She...
Reverend Michael James Malone
Jun 30, 2025
Reverend Michael James Malone, 69, of Petersburg, Virginia, passed peacefully at his home June 30, 2025.
He was born in Hamburg, NY, and moved to Alexandria, VA, and Boulder, CO. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Irene Malone; his brothers, Frank Malone, Jr. and Buddy and David Jackson.
He is survived by his cousins, Lynn Soussou, Lisa Levinson, Bonnie Haughey,...
Joan Scarborough
Jun 30, 2025
Joan Scarborough, 86, of Chester, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Yates & Fannie Case; and was also preceded in death by her brother, Johnnie Case.
Born on September 21, 1938, in Waynesville, North Carolina, Joan was the beloved wife of the late Edgar Scarborough and a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She is survived...
Frank McLean III
Jun 26, 2025
Frank "Frankie" McLean III, of Chester, VA, was born October 4, 1979, in Richmond, VA, but grew up in Chester. He passed into the arms of his savior, Jesus Christ, on June 26, 2025. He is the beloved son of Frank Carlton McLean, Jr. and Nancy Bennett McLean. He has also left behind a sister, Julianne Morris (Steven Morris); a...
Charles Faris Wood, Jr.
Jun 26, 2025
Charles Faris Wood, Jr., beloved as Chuck Wood, born on November 11, 1951, in Lunenburg County, Virginia, passed away on June 26, 2025. He was beloved by his family, friends, and pets.
Charles retired after 30 years at Dominion Power and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Operating Engineers, Freemasons, Scottish Rite, and Shriners. He was a veteran of...
William Leonard Bristow, Jr.
Jun 25, 2025
William "Bill" Leonard Bristow, Jr., 75, of Dinwiddie County, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Born in Petersburg, VA, he was the son of the late William Leonard Bristow, Sr. and Pauline Bristow; and was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Darlene Bristow. Bill was a United States Army Veteran having faithfully served his country during the...
Louise Wright Coleman
Jun 24, 2025
Louise Wright Coleman, 75, of North Dinwiddie, VA, entered eternal rest on June 24, 2025, after succumbing to an aggressive form of biliary cancer diagnosed in May of 2025. She passed peacefully at Bon Secours Southside Regional Hospital during a prayer with her husband, Clarence Coleman and pastor, Joseph Sung.Louise was born March 17, 1950, in Delaware, where she resided until...
Dana L. Curtis
Jun 24, 2025
Dana L. Curtis, 86, of Chester, VA, passed away on June 24, 2025. Born to the late Harman and Ruby Conn, Dana was a native of the Chester area and graduated from Thomas Dale High School in 1957. Following high school, Dana went to college and became a Registered Nurse, a position she worked for 35 years.
Dana was a devoted...
Alex Badin
Jun 23, 2025
Alex Nicholas Badin, of Colonial Heights, VA, passed away on June 23, 2025. Born and raised in Petersburg, VA, he was the son of the late Dr. Nicholas and Jane Badin. Alex had a love for cars and excitement for the newest technology and electronic gadgets. Rarely seen without his faithful companion, Koko bird, Alex brought joy wherever he went....
Louis E. Worsham, Jr.
Jun 21, 2025
Louis E. Worsham, Jr., 75, of Chester, VA, passed away on June 21, 2025. Born in Virginia, he was the son of the late Louis Sr. and Lois Worsham. Louis is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Norma Worsham; daughter, Teresa Grow (James); grandson, Brady Grow; granddaughter, Peyton Grow; sister, Dianne Little (Coulter); nieces, Angelique Connelley (Damien), Jessica...
