Local obituaries for
Erma Wray Wingfield
Nov 7, 2025
Erma Wray Wingfield, 88, of Dinwiddie County, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025.
Born on August 13, 1937, in Henry County, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Hattie Mae and Dewey Wray. Mrs. Wingfield attended Bluefield College before graduating from Radford College, Women's Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in...
Barbara Ayscue Porach
Nov 5, 2025
Barbara Ayscue Porach, 84, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025. Born February 15, 1941, and raised in Petersburg, VA, she was the daughter of the late Charles H. Ayscue and Myrtle G. Ayscue. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her loving husband of over 40 years, James J. Porach; and two brothers, Carl and...
Waverly "Jim" James Starke
Nov 5, 2025
Waverly "Jim" James Starke, born November 25, 1951, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the age of 73, with his loving wife and children by his side at Chippenham Hospital due to complications related to long-term, end-stage coronary disease.
Jim was born in Hopewell, VA, to his late mother, Inez Horner Starke, and his late father, Howard Lee Starke....
William Courtney Wells
Nov 5, 2025
William Courtney Wells, age 92, of Chester, Virginia, left his beloved hometown, on November 5, 2025.
Born on September 28, 1933, in Enon, Virginia, he was the son of the late Roger Lee Wells and Zola White Wells.
Courtney graduated as senior class president of Thomas Dale High School in 1951 and remained a lifelong resident of Chester. He began his career...
Ngo Thi Xuan Lan
Nov 3, 2025
Ngo Thi Xuan Lan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and elegant figure, passed away peacefully at the age of 79. She is survived by her devoted husband, Nhan Nguyen, with whom she built her beautiful life and extraordinary family.
Born and raised in the beautiful coastal city of Da Nang, Vietnam, Lan carried the warmth and resilience of her hometown...
Emma Catherine Seitz
Nov 2, 2025
We honor the life and impact of Emma Catherine Seitz. Emma was a loving and kind-hearted person who could light up a room. She always had a smile on her face and was willing to do anything for anyone. Emma enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, watching horror movies, and working towards her goals. She had a passion for...
Thomas Howard Clements Gardner
Nov 1, 2025
Thomas Howard Clements Gardner, formerly of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Chesterfield County, Virginia, after a heroic battle with Sepsis. He was the son of Major General, (USMC, Ret.) Donald Ray and Mrs. Elaine Clements Gardner. Thomas lived the life of a typical military brat, going to school in Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina,...
John H. Armstrong III
Nov 1, 2025
John H. Armstrong III passed away on November 1, 2025. A memorial service will be held for John at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home, on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 11:00am. A committal will follow the service at 2:00pm, at the Virginia Veterans Cemetery at Amelia, 10300 Pridesville Road, Amelia Court House, VA 23002.
Lawrence Everette Burke
Nov 1, 2025
Lawrence Everett "Bud" Burke went to be with the Lord on November 1, 2025. Born October 9, 1936, in Lockhart, WV, he was the eldest son of the late Clifford and Ruth Davis Burke. He is preceded in death by his brother, David, his wife, Ilene, and their daughter, Cheryl.
Left to cherish his memory include his wife of 65 years,...
Arthur Leonard Bishop
Oct 31, 2025
Arthur Leonard "Lynn" Bishop, 76, of Chesterfield, was called home by the Lord on October 31, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Rufus and Ardelle Bishop; and his brothers, Charles and Jimmy. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Sue Bishop; three sons, Chris Bishop, Chris Stanley, and Bryan Stanley; daughter-in-law, Shannon Stanley; two grandchildren,...
Patricia Marie Anderson
Oct 31, 2025
Patricia "Patty" Marie Anderson, 75, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on October 31, 2025, after a long battle with multiple illnesses. Patricia was born on August 15, 1950, to the late Julian Whitfield Vaughan, Jr. and Edith Mae Jordan. Patricia was a loving mother and grandmother "Nanny", and a beautiful soul who would help anyone. She spent many years working...
Carl Waverly Wells
Oct 29, 2025
Carl Waverly Wells, 84, of Prince George, VA, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Born in Dinwiddie, VA, he was the son of the late Alvin Waverly and Lula Poole Wells; and was also preceded in death by his niece, Tanya Wells. Mr. Wells faithfully served his country in the United States Army Reserves, and was the owner and...
Lowell Wayne Singleton
Oct 28, 2025
Lowell Wayne Singleton, 87, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Rebecca Singleton; three sons, Teddy W. Singleton (Gayle), Larry L. Singleton (Shelly), and Scott D. Singleton (Sherrie); six beloved grandchildren, Jennifer G. Siberman (Andrew), Jessica A. Singleton, Tony L. Singleton (Meagan), Daniel W. Singleton (Lindsey), Chris...
Jackie Lee Taylor
Oct 28, 2025
Jackie "Jack" Lee Taylor, known affectionately as Big Jack, Daddy, and Papa Jack, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, with his sons, whom he loved so fiercely, by his side. Born on Valentine's Day in 1953, it was fitting because Jack loved with his whole heart from the moment he entered this world.
Jack retired in 2006 after a long...
Thomas Edward Gibbs, Sr.
Oct 28, 2025
Thomas Edward Gibbs, Sr., 93, of DeWitt, passed away October 28, 2025, at Dunlop House Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility in Colonial Heights, VA. He was born on the family farm in DeWitt, VA, to Ruth Ladd Gibbs and Thomas Mitchell Gibbs, on August 6, 1932. He is predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Nancy Carol Chambers Gibbs....
Louis Edgar Hinch, Jr.
Oct 27, 2025
Louis Edgar Hinch, Jr., "Butch", departed his earthly home on Monday, October 27, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born June 4, 1950, in California. He resided in Colonial Heights, Virginia, for 51 years.
Butch was a devoted follower of his Lord and Savor, Jesus Christ. He was a member of The Heights Baptist Church for over 30 years. It...
Thomas O’Carroll
Oct 26, 2025
We honor the life and legacy of Thomas O'Carroll - a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, beloved brother, and proud U.S. Army veteran.Born with a spirit of service and strength, Tom dedicated 20 honorable years to the United States Army, serving his country with unwavering commitment, courage, and integrity. His military career was marked by discipline, leadership, and a...
Larry David Jones
Oct 25, 2025
Larry David Jones, 90, of Chester, Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born on September 28, 1935, in Lavonia, Georgia, he was the beloved father of Michelle Cundiff and Dean Jones.
Larry was born to Leonard and Hatti Jones, and grew up in Richmond, Virginia. He attended Manchester High School, and pursued a long...
Thomas Fred Westendorf
Oct 24, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Fred Westendorf, 84, of Chesterfield, VA passed away on Friday, October 24, 205. Born in Kelly Station, PA, he was the son of the late William J. and Anna Paraside Westendorf; and was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Jackie Westendorf; and a brother, Bill Westendorf. Mr. Westendorf faithfully served his country in the United States...
Melanie K. Benton-Martin
Oct 22, 2025
Melanie K. Benton-Martin of Chester passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles L. and Sigrid H. Benton; as well as her paternal grandparents, Henry L. and Onyx C. Benton of Chester.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Sarah E. Martin; her sister, Christana (CJ) Benton; brother, Ben Clary (Christine); and second...
