Obituaries

May 11, 2020

On Monday, May 11, 2020, God called home our beloved Mother, Mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, and friend. Christine T. Clary (64) passed away around 11:05 a.m. at Obci hospital. Christine fought a good fight, kept the faith and now she has finished her course. Christine was born in Southampton County, Virginia on April 6, 1956, to the late Norman and Marcelle...

May 10, 2020

Your Life was a blessing, your Memory a Treasure.  You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Vivian Jacqueline Green "Jackie" of 534 Moore St. Waverly, Virginia transitioned peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior and the family whom she loved so dearly on Sunday, May 10, 2020, at...

May 6, 2020

Mr. Joseph Newby of Wakefield, VA departed this life on Wednesday, May 6 th , 2020 at the Wonder City Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Hopewell, VA.   Joseph was born on September 23 rd , 1922 to the late Jacob & the late Hattie Pretlow.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy M. Newby, his son, Joseph Newby,...

May 5, 2020

Roger E. Charity of Spring Grove, Virginia passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020, after a battle sickness.

He is survived by his brother, Clarence Charity (Audrey) of Hopewell, Virginia; a special beloved friend Ernestine Harris of Dendron, Virginia; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Apr 30, 2020

Laverne Davis Turner peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 30, 2020, at 12:59 pm.  She was the daughter of the late Floyd and Lottie Davis.  She was raised in Wakefield, Virginia.  LaVerne received her formal education from Sussex County Training School.  After graduating high school, she attended and graduated from North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC with...

Apr 28, 2020

Kimberly Nicole Perry, 29265 Meadowview Drive, Waverly, VA, entered eternal rest at her residence Tuesday, April 28, 2020.

Apr 12, 2020

On April 12, 2020, a beloved brother, uncle, and cousin entered eternal rest at his residence 33193 Walnut Hill Rd. Waverly, VA

He was born December 03, 1961, to the late Mr. Johnnie and Hattie C. Jones of Waverly. He was preceded in death by one sister Mageline Jones, two brothers Leroy Jones, and Johnnie Jones; five...

Apr 10, 2020

Our hearts are saddened by the sudden passing of our loved one, John C. Sykes 70, at his residence on Friday, April 10, 2020. He was known to many as " Peaches" or " Green Apple". He was born December 2, 1949, in Sussex County, Va. John attended Sussex County Public School System. He accepted Christ at an early age...

Mar 31, 2020

Mr. Percy Garrett III of 214 Coppahaunk Avenue, Waverly, Virginia departed this life Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at 6:35 a.m. at Waverly Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Percy was born January 5, 1962, to the late Percy and Rosa B. Garrett of Waverly, Virginia.  He is preceded in death by two brothers, Charles H. Garrett and Ronnie Garrett...

Mar 21, 2020

Dr. C. R. Alston was a native of Littleton, North Carolina.  He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe R. Alston.  He had three sisters Margaret A. Williamson (D), Bettie L. Bailey (D), and Lillian M. Burnette (D).  He was married for the past 72 years to the graceful and charismatic love of his life, Mrs....

Mar 10, 2020

Angela Gray, 60 was born April 9, 1959, to the late, James David and Emma Louise Barrow of Waverly, Va. God granted Angela eternal mercy and called her home on Tuesday,  March 10, 2020.

Angela was known as the family protector, always ready to voice her strong opinions and stand beside you offering guidance and...

Mar 3, 2020

Mr. Charles E Winfield 74, of 13201 Mill Lane Waverly VA, departed this life on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Waverly Health Rehabilitation Center Waverly VA.

Charles accepted Christ at an early age at the family church Mt Moriah United Church of Waverly VA.  He was a kind and loving son and brother. Our hearts are saddened...

Jan 14, 2020

Geraldine Marie Parker, 71, of 233 Dogwood St., Waverly, VA, departed this life on 14 January 2020 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA. Geraldine lived a full and rewarding life which was exemplified by her love for her family and her fellow man.  Geraldine was preceded in death by her mother, Beatrice Parker; her father, John (Kenny) Parker;...

Jan 4, 2020

Margie Brown, 215 Chestnut Street, Waverly, Virginia entered eternal rest Saturday, January 4, 2020, at her residence.

Jan 1, 2020

Nettie Boyd Everett, 78 of 503 Railroad Avenue, Waverly, VA passed peacefully at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA, Wednesday, January 1, 2020.  She was born April 25, 1941, to the late Zeke Boyd and Connie Mae Boyd of Iuka Mississippi.

She was preceded in death by her husband Randolph Everett, her sister Hattie B. Davis, her...

Dec 22, 2019

On Sunday, December 22, 2019, God called home Montrail A. Stringfield, 32.  he was born to Ms. Carolyn Stringfield and Charles Sumler on September 12, 1987.  Tyrone Binns also played a major part in Montrail's life as a stepfather.  Montrail also had the blessings of being raised and cherished by his beloved grandmother Mrs. Ninnie Hartsfield-Stringfield as if he...

Dec 13, 2019

Mr. Nathaniel Johnson Sr., of Waverly, Virginia entered eternal rest Friday, December 13, 2019, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Virginia.

A Celebration of Life for Mr. Johnson will be 11:00am Saturday, December 21, 2019, at Liberty Baptist Church, Waverly, VA.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Janice Johnson, P O Box 410...

Nov 25, 2019

On Monday, November 25, 2019, Clevon Jeffers entered eternal rest in Kingston, North Carolina. Mr. Clevon Jeffers was known to some as Cleaven was born February 13, 1952, in Craven County, North Carolina to the late Frank and Mary Mabry.  He was later adopted by Richard Jeffers and Pearlie Mae Sanders Dillahunt.  Clevon received his education in the Surry...

Nov 17, 2019

Mrs. Janet M. Vaughan of Waverly, VA departed this life on Sunday, November 17, 2019, at MCV/VCU Medical Center, Richmond, VA.

A Celebration of Life for Janet will be 11:00am Saturday, November 23, 2019, at Union Hill United Christian Church, 16192 Union Hill Road Sedley, VA,  Rev. Roy Stokes, Pastor.  Interment will follow at Waverly Cemetery, Waverly,...

Nov 16, 2019

Vernell R. Garrett, 83 of Newport News, Virginia departed this life on Saturday, November 16, 2019.  Vernell was born on July 3, 1936, in Yale, VA.  She attended Sussex County Schools. Vernell worked at the YMCA for numerous years until retirement in 1998.  Later she was baptized in Jesus Name at Christ Church, Hampton, Virginia.

She was...