Obituaries

Jun 2, 2022

Mr. David Bolling (77), of 223 Locust Drive, Waverly, VA departed this life on Thursday, June 2, 2022, at Waverly Rehabilitation Center, leaving behind countless broken hearts. He was the son of the late Mr. Claude and Vallie Bolling of Waverly, VA. He was proceeded in death by his twelve siblings Llyod, Claude, Fred Lee, Ernest Lee,...

Apr 30, 2022

On Saturday, April 30, 2022, our beloved Husband and Brother passed away at his residence.

He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Sumler; sisters Carolyn Sumler and Thelia Sumler; and a host of relatives and friends.

The Funeral Service for Mr. Sumler will be 10:00am Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Waverly Cemetery, Waverly, Virginia.

Apr 25, 2022

"The Lord is My Shepherd,  I Shall not want" Psalm 23:1

God welcomed Brother Lawrence Russell Ellis into his kingdom early Monday Morning April 25, 2022.  He was born to the late Lawrence Lorenzo Ellis and Grace Flowers Ellis on January 18, 1943, in Surry County.  He attended and graduated from Luther Porter...

Apr 17, 2022

Joyce Ann Walters, age 68 departed this life Sunday, April 17 th at 8:10am, Sunday morning, at Duke Hospital North Carolina.

Joyce Ann accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church, Dendron.  She was educated in the Surry County Public School System and graduated with the Class of 1972.  Joyce worked  20...

Mar 28, 2022

Kathryn Baines, 74, of Waverly, Virginia departed this life on March 28, 2022. She was preceded in death by her father Willie Baines, mother Katie L. Baines, brother John L. Baines, sisters Wille Mae Brown, Lucille B. Parker, and Nancy R. Harris.

She worked for many years with Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company until she retired....

Mar 19, 2022

Lucille B. Parker 84, of Waverly, Virginia departed this life on March 19, 2022. She was born November 13, 1937, to Willie and Katie Baines.

She was preceded in death by her son Ronnie Parker, her parents Willie and Katie Baines; brother, John Lee Baines, sisters, Willie Mae Brown and Nancy R. Harris.

She worked...

Feb 28, 2022

Ethel Mae (Kizzie) Jenkins, age 85, entered eternal rest on February 28, 2022, at her residence in Prince George, VA. She was born November 26, 1936, in South Hill, VA.

Ethel was preceded by in death by her parents Rev. Samuel C Kizzie, Sr., and Bessie Lue (Evans) Kizzie; her brother Samuel C. Kizzie, Jr., and her...

Feb 27, 2022

Lula Jane Holloway, 87, was born on February 11, 1935, to the late Vandy, Jr. and Bernice Stringfield.  She transitioned into eternal rest on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at her residence in Wakefield, VA.  She fought a good fight knowing that the Lord was with her and finished the race on her terms.

She was affectionately known...

Feb 20, 2022

Nancy R. Harris , 79, of Waverly, Virginia departed this life on February 20, 2022. She was preceded in death by her father, Willie Baines; her mother, Katie Lee Baines; her brother, John Lee Baines; and sister Willie Mae Brown.

Nancy was educated in the Sussex County School system and was a member of the...

Feb 18, 2022

Mrs. Eunice F. Bailey of Dendron, Virginia entered eternal rest Friday, February 18, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Bailey was born May 18, 1925, to the late Robert K. Felts and Mary Brown Felts in Wakefield, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manfrey "Dickie" Bailey Sr., and daughter, Yvonne Bailey...

Feb 2, 2022

"The Life and Legacy of Barbara"

For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11(NLT)

Our beloved sister, a devoted auntie, dedicated cousin, and friend, Ms. Barbara...

Jan 19, 2022

Ms. Diane Jarrett of 2251 Dix Avenue Far Rockaway, New York departed this life on the 19th of January 2022, at her home.  She was born to the late Rosa M. Jarrett and Nathaniel Yates of New York, while she lived in Virginia.  The late Mary A. Jarrett was her guardian and grandmother.

Diane went to Sussex...

Jan 18, 2022

Mrs. Rubie O. Jones of 915 Covington Court, Waverly, VA went to be with the Lord peacefully on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Southside Regional Medical Center. She was born Rubie O. Hamlin on October 1, 1941, in Sussex County, to Theodore and Sarah Hamlin.

Mrs. Rubie Jones was preceded in death by her husband Mr. Autorn...

Jan 14, 2022

On Friday, January 14, 2022, the Lord called LaJuan "Lollipop" Baines home. She was born in Washington, DC, and moved to Surry County when she was very young and grew up in Wakefield, Virginia before graduating from Sussex Central High School and settling in Waverly, Virginia to raise her family. LaJuan was a devoted member of Rising Star Deliverance...

Jan 11, 2022

Carl Maurice Stith known as "Blade" entered eternal life on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at MCV Hospital in Richmond, Virginia surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Sussex County at home on September 26, 1965, to the late Robert Lee Stith and Louise Stith of Wakefield, Virginia. He was the grandson of the late Henry and Rosa...

Jan 8, 2022

On the morning of January 8, 2022, our hearts were deeply saddened by the passing of our Beloved Brother, Uncle, and Cousin Otis Burgess Jr. affectionately known as "SonnyBoy".

He was born March 18, 1945, in Sussex County to the late Otis Sr. & Ida Burgess.  He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Gladys Jones.  He...

Jan 4, 2022

Mr. Jerome Stith "Duke" 65, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, unexpectedly at his residence at 426 Coppahaunk Road, Waverly, Virginia.  He was born on November 20, 1956, to the late James Sr. and Dorothy Stith.

Jerome attended Sussex County Public Schools.  He was a very outgoing person who loved music and cars.  Jerome's favorite...

Dec 29, 2021

On December 29, 2021, a beloved grandfather, brother, and uncle entered eternal rest at Sentara Northern, Virginia Hospital.

Joe L. Garrett was born May 18, 1943, to James Turner (Deceased) and Mamie G. Turner. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Felicia M. Garrett, one sister, Betty T. Bates, six brothers, Carlton Turner, Tyrone Turner,...

Dec 28, 2021

Mr. Michael Gray, 65, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, unexpectedly at his residence at 319 Pine Street, Waverly, Virginia. He was born on August 29, 1956, to the late Madison Gray and Cynthia Gray Barrow.

Michael was a graduate of Central High School Class of 1974. He was quiet, kindhearted, and easy-going. He loved...

Dec 13, 2021

The Staff of Peace Funeral Home would like you to join us Monday, December 20, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. for a time of reflection for those who will forever live in our hearts.  Those whose lights now shine among us in a different way.

A link will be added to view online.