Obituaries

Nov 10, 2018

On November 10, 2018, at 3:45 p.m., our beloved Joyce Manning Hopkins, departed this life to be with our savior. Joyce was born on June 11, 1951. Joyce received Jesus as her Lord and Savior early in life. She was a member of Calvary Community Church of Wakefield, VA.  Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph, and...

Nov 10, 2018

Latorey Jamelle Blizzard, 39 was born March 24, 1979, to Lawrence James Blizzard and the late Vivian Ann Blizzard at MCV Hospital in Richmond, Virginia.

Latorey was raised and lived in Waverly until he graduated from Sussex Central High School in June 1997.  After graduating, Latorey enlisted with the United States Army. He served 3 years in...

Oct 24, 2018

On Wednesday, October 24, 2018, Mrs. Gloria Jean Coleman Broughton entered eternal life at Consulate Health Care of Windsor, Virginia.

Gloria was born on July 31, 1952, to the late Walter and Anne Coleman of Waverly, Virginia.  She was the first daughter of seven girls.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized...

Oct 11, 2018

Mattie Rose Parham, of Claremont, Virginia, departed this life on Thursday, October 11, 2018, at VCU Medical Center, Richmond, Virginia. Mattie was born on June 7, 1932 to the late Linwood Parham and Lillie Harris Parham.

She leaves standing on the promises of God, a devoted son, Leon Parham; a very devoted daughter, Deborah Parham, both of...

Oct 11, 2018

Early Thursday morning on October 11, 2018, our hearts were saddened by the sudden passing of our loved one, Mr. Cleveland "Big Boy" Taylor, Jr., 301 West Main Street Wakefield, Virginia 23888.

Mr. Cleveland "Big Boy" Taylor, Jr. of Wakefield, Virginia departed this life at his residence.  He was born September 01, 1947 to the late Mable...

Oct 5, 2018

Mr. Ulysses Drew, 211 Wye Street Waverly, Virginia entered eternal rest Friday, October 5, 2018, at VCU Medical Center, Richmond, VA. Funeral Service will be 1:00pm, Saturday, October 13, 2018, at Lily Of the Valley Deliverance Center, 411 Oak Street, Waverly, VA 23890, Bishop Marvin Drew, Pastor.

Aug 25, 2018

Alfred McRay Moyler of Washington, DC, affectionately known as "Al" and "Ray" departed this life on Saturday, August 25, 2018.  Alfred was born on October 10, 1959 in Sussex County, Virginia to the late William Moyler and Prophetess Alberta Chalmers.

Alfred confessed his love for Christ at an early age.  He was educated in the Sussex County...

Jun 3, 2018

On June 3, 2018, God sounded his trumpet, and angels descended from heaven and took our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, sister-in-law, and beloved friend. Diane U. Thweatt of 164 Crater Woods Court, Petersburg, Va. 23805.

Diane was the oldest daughter of the late Clarence and Mary Urquhart.  She was preceded by Addison and Ethel...

Jun 2, 2018

Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers. But whose delight is in the law of the Lord. And who meditates on his Law day & night That person is like a tree planted by the streams of waters Which...

Apr 22, 2018

Ms. Diana Savedge, entered eternal rest Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, Virginia. Funeral Service for Ms. Savedge will be 3:00pm, Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Mt. Moriah Church, 8438 White Marsh Road, Elberon, VA

Apr 20, 2018

Ms. Gracie Pierce of 234 Dogwood Street, Waverly, Virginia entered eternal rest surrounded by her family on Friday, April 20, 2018 at her residence. Viewing for Ms. Pierce will begin Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 12:00 Noon to 5:00pm and Friday, April 27, 2018 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Peace Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 11:00am, Saturday, April 28,...

Apr 11, 2018

On April 11, 2018, our hearts were saddened by the sudden passing of Lewis "Cool Breeze" Goodwyn Jr. 77, of 633 Amherst Lane, Waverly, VA.  God saw he was grieving the loss of his loving wife Ethel Goodwyn, who passed on January 9, 2018, and took him home to be with her.  He was the son of the late...

Apr 10, 2018

Mrs. Perean Urquhart "Tinnie" 92, entered eternal rest at the Waverly Health Care Center on Tuesday, April 10, 2018.  She was born in Surry County to the late Vandy Stringfield and Cassie King.

She had great pleasures in cooking, gardening and playing Bingo and Fishing.  She was a faithful member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.

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Apr 8, 2018

At 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 8, 2018, Shirley transitioned from what we know as "life here on Earth" at VCU Medical Center Richmond, VA.  Shirley Anne Yancey Clary was born in Norfolk, Virginia on May 21, 1938 to the late Hamlett Yancey and Nellie Morris.

She met a fine, young man at Norfolk State University, Winston...

Apr 3, 2018

William "Poochie" Elder Jr of 321 Franklin Street, Waverly, Virginia entered eternal life Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at his residence. Memorial Service for Mr. Elder will be Friday, April 6, 2018 at First Baptist Church 217 County Drive, Wakefield, Virginia at 5:00pm.

Mar 29, 2018

God in his infinite wisdom called from labor to rest our dear Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, Church Mother and friend, Deaconess Clara V. Stringfield on Thursday, March 29, 2018.

Deaconess Clara was born to the late Susie Rose Parker on December 30, 1929.  She grew up in Sussex County and received her education in the Sussex County public...

Mar 23, 2018

The Lord in His Infinite wisdom called our beloved Deaconess Cora E. Williams home, Friday, March 23, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA.

Cora Elizabeth Williams, daughter of the late Rufus Williams Sr. and Amanda Turner Williams was born November 22, 1937 in Waverly, Virginia.  She was a life-long native of Sussex...

Mar 3, 2018

Maurice Fulgham ,40, was released to the Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 3, 2018 from Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia. Maurice was born on August 19, 1977 to the parentage of the late Susie Ann Williams and his father Horace Ridley-Boykins. Maurice attended Southampton County Public Schools.

Maurice was known as a very...

Jan 21, 2018

Dorothy Ricks of 7154 Coppahaunk Road, Waverly, VA entered eternal rest Sunday, January 21, 2018 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA.  She was born June 17, 1934 to the late Ramey and Nettie King Ricks.  Three brothers, Robert, Ramey and Freddie and a sister Hazel preceded her in death.

She was converted at an early age...

Jan 17, 2018

Mr. James R. Day of Suffolk, Virginia entered into eternal rest Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at Waverly Healthcare Center.