Obituaries

May 10, 2021

Jennifer "Dee-Dee" Edwards transitioned from this life on Monday, May 10, 2021, peacefully in her sleep. She resided in Wakefield, Virginia where she built a strong legacy of love, laughter and service to her family, friends and members of her community.

Born on November 30, 1953, she is the second child and only daughter of the late...

May 5, 2021

Mrs. Alice Bivens of Waverly, Virginia was called home by her Heavenly Father Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at Accordius Healthcare Center Waverly, Virginia surrounded by her loving family.  Alice was born March 31, 1935, in Southampton County to the late Kermit and Florence Evans.

She was a dedicated member of Liberty Baptist Church where she served on...

Apr 23, 2021

It is with the saddest regret that the family of the late Garry Lee Hines, 60 of Waverly, Virginia to announce his sudden death on Friday, April 23, 2021, at Envoy Healthcare Center, Fort Union, Virginia.

Garry was born on May 27, 1960, to the late Billie Hines Jr. and Dorothy Giles Hines.  He was also preceded...

Apr 3, 2021

On April 3, 2021, Mrs. Lorraine Barnes transitioned from labor to reward at Waverly/Accordius Healthcare, Waverly, VA.  Lorraine Barnes was born on May 31, 1939, the late Bertha Edmonds and the wife of the late Edward Lee Barnes.

Lorraine was employed with Econo Foods, Fort Lee, Virginia until her retirement in 2012.   She liked to travel and...

Mar 21, 2021

Lula Mae Jones 85, of Wakefield, Virginia gained her Heavenly Wings Sunday, March 21, 2021, surrounded by her family.

Celebration of Life Graveside Service will be 2:00pm, Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Booker T. Memorial Park, Wakefield, VA.

Mar 19, 2021

On Friday, March 19 th , 2021 God called home to rest Gracie L. Gray.  She was born April 26 th , 1938 to the late James K. Whitney and the late Florence H. Whitney.  She is preceded in death by her parents James & Florence Whitney; her husband Clarence R. Gray; her sisters Mary Ricks and Gladys Ricks;...

Feb 6, 2021

Mrs. Blanche E. Brown of Dendron, Virginia entered eternal rest Saturday, February 6, 2021, surrounded by her family.

A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Brown will be Saturday, February 13, 2021, at Peace Funeral Home Chapel, Waverly, VA.

Public Viewing will be 10:00am - 6:00pm Friday, February 12, 2021 at Peace Funeral Home.

Jan 31, 2021

Mr. Kenneth Wayne Johnson, Sr. entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Sentara Obici Hospital.  Kenneth was affectionately known to his family as "Wayne" and to many of his friends as "Kenny".  He was born on December 29, 1963, to the late Thurman and Eleanor Johnson. Wayne was a 1982 graduate of Surry County High and was a...

Jan 13, 2021

Bishop Timothy Cypress Thomas, Sr., 67, a faithful and loving servant, was called home by our all-wise God on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He was born September 1, 1953, to the late Pastor Willie A. Thomas, Sr. and the late Mother Effine Tucker Thomas.

Bishop Thomas was a member and bishop of the Apostolic Faith Church of...

Jan 7, 2021

Sylvester Williams 64, of 10517 Webb Road, Prince George, VA departed this life Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center.

He was born February 2, 1956, to the late Mr. Spencer and  Mrs. Annie Williams. He was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.

He was employed with Smithfield...

Dec 31, 2020

On December 31, 2020, Walter Turner 64, departed his life here on earth to eternal life at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Virginia.  Walter resided at 313 Gray Avenue, Waverly VA.  Walter was born June 2, 1957 to the late James Turner and Mamie Turner.

He was preceded in death by his one sister, Betty T. Bates:...

Dec 19, 2020

Oliver Nathaniel "Nat" Wilkins, 74, entered eternal life on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, VA.

Oliver was a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church, Surry County.  He worked at Frohman Department Store, Castle Equipment, Gray Lumber, and Hill Phoenix.   He loved to garden, cook, fish, hunt, look at westerns, wash cars, drive...

Dec 9, 2020

Mr. James Ben Wilkins Jr., "Bean Bug", of Waverly, Virginia departed this life on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. He was born on September 11, 1960, in Sussex County, Virginia to the late James Ben Wilkins Sr. and Celestine Taylor Wilkins. He was preceded in death by his sister Janet D. Smith. He leaves behind a son, Deon Taylor; his sisters...

Dec 8, 2020

I 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.

2 Timothy 4: 7-8

Betty L. Thomas peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 8, 2020.  She was born October...

Nov 17, 2020

On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, Mr. William Henry Robertson gained his wings to fly home o be with the Lord.  He got ill and could not fight the fight, so he heard the calling of the Lord saying come on home at MCV Hospital with his family by his side.

William was born on May 19, 1948,...

Nov 5, 2020

Antoinette Renee Stephenson departed this life on November 5, 2020, surrounded by her family.

Remembrance Service will be held 11:00 am - Noon, Friday, November 20, 2020, at Isle of Patmos Baptist Church 1201 Rhode Island Ave, Washington DC 20018.

Graveside service will be 1:00 pm, Saturday, November 21, 2020, at the Spratley Family Cemetery,...

Oct 30, 2020

Lawrence "Flap" Harrison, Jr., 81 of Petersburg formerly of Waverly has joined his beloved Shirley in paradise. On October 30, 2020, Lawrence transitioned while in rehab at the Dinwiddie Health & Rehab Center.

Lawrence was born on April 14, 1939, in Waverly, VA to Lawrence Johnson and Lula Mae Harrison. He attended Sussex County Training School. Lawrence...

Oct 16, 2020

God called His angels out to go and visit William E. Garrett of 629 Waverly Village Apartments in Waverly, Virginia on October 16, 2020.  The Angel of death came and William gave a great sign and said good-bye.

William E. Garrett was born September 21, 1950, to the late Percy and Rosa B. Garrett of Waverly, VA. ...

Oct 12, 2020

On Monday, October 12, 2020, Mr. Bobby Lee Davis affectionately known as "Bobie", "Big Bob", or "Brown" entered eternal rest at his residence 2076 General Mahone Highway, Disputanta, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents Pearly M. Davis and Lorenzo Davis; paternal grandparents, Isabel Penden (Jake).

He dedicated his life to Christ at...

Oct 10, 2020

Mr. Shirley L. Turner Jr departed this life on October 10, 2020, at Southside Regional Medical Center.

He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 60 years Mary Alice Holemon, and out of that union four children, Lorenzo Clifton of Waverly, Va., Arleen Turner Dandridge (Harry) of Richmond Va., Alice Turner Spruill (Broderick) of Folsom,...