Obituaries

Mar 14, 2019

Mrs. Catherine "Smook" Gray Smallwood entered eternal rest and peace on March 14, 2019, at Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA.  A native of Southampton County, VA, she had been a resident of Wakefield, VA for many years.

Catherine was born on April 6, 1946, to the late Eugene and Elsie Turner Gray.  She was educated at...

Mar 8, 2019

Ernest Drafous Evans was born on May 7, 1939, in Sussex County to the late Florence Lee Evans "Big Momma" and Kermitt Evans "Big Daddy".  He was preceded in death by his wife of 25 years Joan E. Conner, she was a faithful member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and a Grace Soldier.

Ernest accepted the Lord...

Feb 15, 2019

Eldridge Palmore Thornton, Sr., was born on July 19, 1951, to the late Carrie and Joseph Thornton Sr.  He departed this life on February 15, 2019, at 6:25pm in Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA.

He was a lifetime resident of Wakefield, VA.  He accepted Christ at an early age as his Lord and Savior.  He met...

Feb 4, 2019

Terrance "Toby" Bailey 46, departed this life on Monday, February 4 th , 2019 at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, VA.

The viewing to be held Monday, February 11 th , 2019 at Peace Funeral Home 237 Railroad Ave, Waverly, VA 23890 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Homegoing service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday,...

Feb 3, 2019

On Saturday, February 3, 2019, God decided to call Chrishard Lamont "Ching" Gatling Home.  Chrishard was born in Wakefield, VA on September 4, 1986, to Christopher "Wobb" (who preceded him in death) & Bernice Turner.

He graduated in the Class of 2004 from Sussex Central High School.  He was employed at Plantation Peanut.  He was a ride...

Jan 26, 2019

Robert Lee Massenburg, affectionately known as "Massenburg" and "Mash Potatoes" of Waverly Health and Rehabilitation Center, answered the Master's call January 26, 2019.  Massenburg was born on June 17, 1941, in Sussex County, Virginia.  In his early life, he was a member of Easter Baptist Church, Homeville, VA.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jesse...

Jan 7, 2019

Gracie L. Bailey of Waverly Health Rehabilitation Center, Waverly, VA, departed this life Monday, January 7, 2019, for her eternal resting place.  She was born on August 31, 1929, to the Late Tommie Ricks and Roberta Ricks of Southampton County.

She was preceded in death by her husband for 47 years Lawrence Bailey, two brothers, John T....

Dec 31, 2018

Matthew Brown of Waverly, Virginia entered eternal rest December 31, 2018, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Virginia.

Nov 13, 2018

Janet L. Harrup Wheeler, affectionately known as "MeMaw" to many, entered eternal rest Tuesday, November 13, 2018, surrounded by her family.  Janet was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.   She was born and raised in Waverly, VA and was a dedicated and hard worker.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter "Sonny" Wheeler; parents, Herman...

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,...