Lajuan Baines
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...
Carl M. Stith
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...
Otis A. Burgess Jr
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...
Jerome "Duke" Stith
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...
Joe L. Garrett
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,...
Michael Gray
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...
Remembrance Service
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.
Joseph Parker Jr.
Nov 7, 2021
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7
Joseph " GI Joe" Parker Jr received his wings on Sunday, November 7, 2021. Joe was born November 3, 1939, as a twin (Pearlie Mae Thomas) to Joseph E. Parker and Pearl Cargill. Both parents preceded...
Lora Mae Bailey
Nov 6, 2021
Lora Mae Bailey of Wakefield, Virginia passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 6, 2021.
A public viewing will be held Friday, November 12, 2021, from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at Peace Funeral Home, Waverly, Virginia.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, November 13,...
Thelma Newsome
Nov 3, 2021
Thelma Rubynette Newsome was born on January 29, 1937, in Waverly, Virginia. She was one of six siblings born to Ollie and Ruth Smith. "Puddin" as she was affectionately called shared a lifelong close-knit bond with her brothers and sisters Ollie Jr., Henry, Jesse Lee, Gaysella, and Ophelia. Gaysella was her best friend and they spoke every day. Thelma...
Rocco Felder
Oct 31, 2021
Rocco Felder of Waverly, Virginia entered eternal rest Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Virginia.
Public Viewing Thursday, November 4, 2021, 10:00 am - 5:00pm
Mario C. Newby Sr.
Oct 30, 2021
Mario Cline Newby Sr. was born on November 30, 1952, in Elberon, VA to the late Curtis Newby Sr. and Mary Velma Newby. Mario was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at VCU Medical Center Main Hospital.
Mario accepted Christ at an early age and joined Cypress Baptist Church. He was...
Stella Mae Brown
Oct 11, 2021
On Monday, October 11, 2021, Stella Mae Brown entered eternal rest peacefully at her home in Waverly, Virginia. She was a native of Surry County, Virginia.
Stella was a member of Mars Hill AME Zion Church in Wakefield, Virginia where she was a faithful member for many years. She served on the Deaconess Board, Women's Ministry, Missionary,...
Addison "Pete" Jonah Claiborne Jr.
Oct 6, 2021
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith 2 Timothy 4:7
On Wednesday, October 6 th , 2021 God and his divine wisdom called his solider Addison Jonah Claiborne Jr. to eternal rest. Â Some called him Jonah some called him "Pete" and his siblings called...
Juanita Brown Taylor
Sep 22, 2021
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness.
2 Timothy 4:7
Mother Deaconess Juanita Brown Taylor of 29350 Lobbs Shop Road Waverly, Virginia was called to her eternal home at VCU Medical...
Evelyn Turner Sumler
Sep 1, 2021
Mrs. Evelyn T. Sumler, daughter of the late Lloyd Turner Sr, and Louise Urquhart Diggs were born September 8, 1944, in Suffolk, Virginia. She entered her eternal rest on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.
She was preceded in death by both parents, her daughter Sabrina Drake, four brothers, Glen Turner, Daniel Smith, James Smith, and Robert Brown; and...
Alfonzo Shaw
Aug 31, 2021
On August 21, 2021, our hearts were saddened by the passing of our dear love one Alfonzo Shaw "Twin" of 126 Lobb Shop Road, Waverly, Virginia.
Alfonso was born November 20, 1966, to the late Coratine Williams and the late Alge Shaw. Alfonso loved his family, he was raised by his grandparents Mrs. Annie G. Williams and...
Earl Whitmoore Clary
Aug 24, 2021
Earl Whitmoore Clary Sr. was born on September 18, 1948, to the late Whit and Lucy Clary in Southampton County, Ivor Virginia. He was one of four children, including James Clary. On August 24, 2021, Earl transitioned into eternal rest.
He was preceded in death by James Clary and Curley Lunsford.
At an early age,...
Curtis Terrain Bowling Sr.
Aug 22, 2021
Curtis Terrain Bowling Sr, son of the late Pernell Barrow and John Earl and Helen Garrett was born March 2, 1959. He departed this life at 1:30 am at Bon Secours Hospital in Petersburg, Virginia.
Curtis was a humble and quiet man that was loved by everyone that he came in contact with. He was a true...
Diana Wilkins
Aug 18, 2021
Miss Diana Wilkins of Waverly, VA departed this life on August 18, 2021, at her residence. She was born October 13, 1955, in Sussex County, VA to the late James Ben Wilkins Sr. and Celestine Wilkins.
Miss Wilkins was a graduate of Sussex Central Class of 1975. She worked at International Paper until April 1996 when her health...
