Louise "Booker" Stith
Oct 6, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Louise "Booker" Stith of Wakefield, Virginia, who entered eternal rest peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Please keep her family and loved ones wrapped in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Elisha Perry Hill III
Sep 25, 2026
We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. (II Corinthians, 5:8)
Elisha Perry Hill, III, age 75, of Waverly, Virginia, entered into eternal rest on September 25, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on October 27, 1950, in Southampton County, VA to the...
Deaconess Mae Pierce
Sep 23, 2026
Mae Johnson Pierce was born in Waverly, Virginia to Robert Lee Johnson Sr. and Daisy Louise Johnson. She peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on September 23, 2026, at Chippenham Hospital.
Mae graduated from Sussex Central High School in 1967. Throughout her career, she worked at Johnson Laundry, Peebles, Masonite, 7-Eleven, and Sussex County Public Schools, from which she retired,
Mae was a...
Deacon Roger L. King
Sep 21, 2026
Roger Leon King Sr. was born on December 23, 1933, in Waverly, Virginia to the late Henry and Jessie King. He peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on September 21, 2026, leaving a legacy of Faith, Family, Service and Love.
Roger was predeceased by his daughter Angela King McClarty; Nathaniel King, Willie King, Deacon Atlas and Jessie Wyche, John Taylor, and...
Claudette L. White
Sep 18, 2026
“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord”. 2 Corinthians 5:8
Claudette White, 60, was born February 18, 1966, to the late James David and Emma Louise Barrow of Waverly, Virginia. God granted Claudette eternal peace and mercy and called her home Friday, September 18, 2026.
Claudette was known...
Mark Lamont Hamlin
Sep 4, 2026
Mr. Mark Lamont Hamlin, affectionately known as “Lamont” or “Mont,” of Wakefield, Virginia, peacefully answered the call to eternal rest on September 4, 2026. He was the son of the late Monroe Hamlin and Vernice Hamlin of Dendron, Virginia.
Mark was educated in the Sussex County Public School System and attended Sussex Central High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball. His...
James Dirusso
Aug 31, 2026
James Dirusso transitioned from this earthly life on Monday, August 31, 2026, in Waverly, Virginia.
Eddie Parham
Aug 18, 2026
Eddie James Parham, affectionately known as “Eddie Kane,” was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. He gained his heavenly reward on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Virginia.
Eddie was born on May 7, 1963, in Southampton County to the late Earnest Young and Viola Brown. He was educated in the Southampton Public School System.
Eddie was...
Frankie Lee Fulgham
Jul 25, 2026
Frankie Lee Fulgham was born on September 9, 1956, to the late Mary Lee and Charlie Wade Fulgham. He was born and raised in Ivor, Virginia, and departed this life on Saturday, July 25, 2026, surrounded by his family at his residence. Frankie cherished time with his loved ones, enjoyed watching TV, and was fond of sharing memories of the...
Viola “Lois” Brown
Jul 7, 2026
THE LIFE & LEGACY
Some lives are measured not by the years lived, but by the love shared. Viola Delois Brown, affectionately known as "Lois" and lovingly called "Aunt Lois," lived a life of faith, service, and unconditional love.
Born on October 4, 1952, in Wakefield, Virginia, to the late Benjamin Gay and Alice Gay, Lois peacefully departed this life at her...
Clara Stith
May 24, 2026
On Sunday, May 24, 2026, Clara Cornelia Stith peacefully departed this life on earth at Sentara Hospital, Suffolk, Virginia. Cornelia was one of thirteen children born to Choncie and Elaine Stith on February 12, 1935.
She lived in Virginia during her childhood years and attended Southampton County School. Cornelia joined Union Hill UCC at an early age. Later, she moved to...
Steve Andrew Smallwood Jr.
May 3, 2026
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that live is appearing. II Timothy 4:7-8
Steve Smallwood, Jr., 29, affectionately...
Katherine D. Ruffin
Apr 19, 2026
Katherine “Dee” Ruffin, born on August 28, 1941, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, wisdom, and cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew her.Katherine was born to the late Christopher M. Ruffin and Margaret Lucas Ruffin. She was raised in a loving family and carried...
Bishop Howard Daniels
Mar 26, 2026
Life & Legacy of Bishop Howard Daniels I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them...
Corine Daisy Coy
Mar 21, 2026
Corine Daisy Stringfield Coy was born on August 26, 1931, and departed this life on March 21, 2026. She was born to the late Vanderbilt and Bernice Stringfield. Corine was educated in the Wakefield, Virginia School System. She was a well-known housekeeper in the Wakefield, Virginia, and Richmond, Virginia, areas.
Corine married Albert Leslie Coy. Their union...
Dorothy V. Hamlin
Mar 16, 2026
Dorothy V. Hamlin, of Wakefield, Virginia departed this earthly life Monday, March 16, 2026 at her Residence.
Public Viewing will be 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Peace Funeral Home, 237 Railroad Ave, Waverly, Virginia.
A Celebration of Life will be 1:00 pm Saturday, March 28, 2026, at First Baptist...
Pastor William Daniel Thompson Sr.
Mar 7, 2026
Pastor William Daniel Thompson Sr "Frosty" passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work and devotion to Family and Friends.
He was known by those who loved him as a man of integrity, generosity and quiet strength. His memory will live on in the hearts of family members, friends...
William "Boochie" Anson Bailey
Feb 28, 2026
William Anson Bailey, affectionately known as "Boochie", was born on June 12, 1982, to William Henry Jr. and Mary Diane Bailey in Washington, DC. He moved to Waverly, VA in 1991 and later attended Sussex Central High School where William excelled as a student and marching band drummer. He graduated in 2000 and enrolled into Virginia State University, becoming...
Leonard Lee Rogers
Feb 15, 2026
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing." II Timothy 4:7-8...
Warnetta Turner
Feb 8, 2026
On Sunday, February 8, 2026, God in his infinite wisdom summoned our loved one to make the transition from life here to eternal rest and peace.
Warnetta S. Turner "Nee Nee" was born November 12, 1930 to the late Fenton Sr. and Anna Sills Turner. She was a life long member of Liberty Baptist Church. Warnetta was...
