Current Obituaries

Mar 10, 2025

Carrie E. Phelps, 87 of Farmville, VA passed away on March 10, 2025. She was married to Milton Arnold Phelps and is the mother of Terry Lynn and Dave Lonsway of Michigan, Mike Phelps of Virginia, Ruth Ann and Richard O'Dell of Virginia and Christine K. Phelps of Michigan, many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Many thanks to PACE for all...

Mar 4, 2025

Wayne Allen Dingeldein, 83, of Cumberland, VA, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce (Peggy) Ranson Dingeldein, his father Leonard Marvin Dingeldein of Coon Valley, Wisconsin, and his mother Erma Lenser Drake of Lacrosse, Wisconsin.

He is survived by his sister Diane Pedretti (Arnie) and brother Brent Dingeldein (Edna); his two sons Jason Dingeldein...

Feb 23, 2025

James L Rosser, age 86 of Dillman VA. departed this life on Feb. 23 2025 at the Woodland Nursing Center in Farmville, VA.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Gerri Rosser, his 3 children, Deborah Gordon, James R Rosser and Susan Roberts.

Leonard was the grandfather of 12, great grandfather of 29 and great great grandfather of 1.

He is...

Feb 12, 2025

James Clark Evans, known affectionately as Jim, passed away on February 12, 2025, at the age of 68, in Rice, Virginia. Born on December 28, 1956, Jim dedicated his life to service, both in his professional and personal endeavors. Jim’s career was marked by a diverse array of roles that showcased his dedication and versatility. He worked extensively at the...

Feb 11, 2025

Joseph Kyle Baldwin, 98 of Rice, VA passed away on February 11, 2025. A World War II veteran he served in the US Navy in the China Sea. After the war he returned to Rice where he raised tobacco crop. He rejoined the Navy the next year and retired in 1974 with the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer.

Mr Baldwin...

Feb 7, 2025

Frances Ryan Overby of Abilene went to be with the Lord and late husband, Frank P. Overby whom she loved dearly, Friday February 7th of 2025. She is the daughter of James and Virginia Elder Ryan who had four children, Ned (Marsha) Ryan, and her two late sisters, Mabel, and Ann (Steven). Frances was the mother of four children, a...

Jan 23, 2025

William Lee O'Neil, Jr. ** August 23, 1950 – January 23, 2025 Blackstone, VA. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William "Billy" O'Neil, a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Billy was born in Detroit, MI to William Lee O'Neil, Sr. and Irma Ann O'Neil. He served in the United States Army in both VietNam and Germany during the...

Jan 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Sharon Kaye

Stevens, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away on

January 22, 2025 at the age of 66.

Born on May 11, 1958 in Russell County Virginia. Sharon was the daughter of

Sophie Wilson and Billy Sunday Honaker of Honaker Virginia. She dedicated her

life to her family...

Jan 19, 2025

Shirley Whaley was born on July 24th, 1935 to the union of Joseph and Louise Calhoun in Cumberland, Virginia.Shirley accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful friend of Jesus. She loved to serve the local church and lived a life of integrity and heart for the Lord.Shirley met the love of her life Hayes Whaley in school....

Jan 14, 2025

Joe Marvin Bowman, 88, of Meherrin, VA entered his eternal rest Tuesday, January 14, 2025. He was born in Lunenburg, VA on April 24, 1936 to the late James H. Bowman and Elizabeth Smith Bowman. Joe was preceded in death by his sister; Mary Ethel Bryant, brothers; Randolph, Cecil, Charlie, and Clyde Bowman; a son Anthony Tyree Bowman. He is...

Dec 29, 2024

Dec 23, 2024

Edith “Edie” Blanche Anderson, 73, of Farmville, Virginia, went to be with the LORD on December 23rd, 2024. Edie’s sweet, humble, and kind heart touched all who knew her, and her life was a beautiful reflection of her faith and devotion to others. Edie was born on February 18, 1951, in Clinton, South Carolina, to Rev. George Andrew and Mary...

Dec 18, 2024

Evelyn Carol Hanna was born on March 4th 1946, and passed peacefully from this world on December 18th 2024 at the age of 78. She was preceded in death by her father, Russell Hanna; and her mother, Roberta Sue St. John Hanna. A graduate of Prince Edward Academy, over the course of her life Evelyn worked an eclectic mix of...

Nov 16, 2024

GRANT, Flora Bradshaw, 96, of Farmville, VA passed away peacefully November 16, 2024 in Brookview Lodge (The Woodland, Inc) in Farmville, Va. She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother and aunt. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Lorena Bradshaw; three brothers; seven sisters; and her husband, Grover Grant. Flora is survived by her daughter, Kathy Smith...

Nov 9, 2024

Pennie "Gran" West Born August 8, 1956 Passed away November 9, 2024. She is survived by her daughter Melissa Churchill (Wayne) Sister Betty Davis Sister In-law Gloria Garrison (Stanley) Brother In-law Tommy West (Penny) Sister In-law Fay Pack (Rick) Sister In-law Gay Thompson (Martin) many adopted children, Multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many "special friends"...

Oct 27, 2024

Elsie S. Wilson, 94, passed away peacefully on Oct 27, 2024 in Farmville, VA. She was born on September 1, 1930 at home in Welcome, MD to Etta Wenk Scott and Eugene Longsworth Scott Sr. Those preceding her in death were her husband James B. Wilson Jr, her father, her mother, her brother Eugene L. Scott Jr and a son-in-law...

Oct 24, 2024

Mary Ruth Stinson Latham, of Cumberland County, passed away on October 24, 2024, just days after her 86th birthday. She joins her husband, Buford Max Latham Sr. and her nine brothers and sisters in their heavenly home.

Mary Ruth was very active in Tar Wallet Baptist Church and the Cumberland Clothes Closet before her health began to fail. She moved to...

Oct 16, 2024

Norma Jean Johnson, age 74, of Prospect, VA passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Originally from Burt, Michigan, she was a loving friend, family member, sister, wife, mother, memaw and grandmother. Being surrounded by her family (both human and canine) and friends were constants throughout Norma’s life. 

Norma is preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Johnson and her parents,...

Oct 7, 2024

Floreine Gilliam Fitzwater died October the 7th of complications from Parkinson’s at 94. A native of Farmville, VA and graduate of Farmville High School, she worked most of her life as a clinical laboratory technician. An accomplished mother, wife, cook, nurse, knitter, weaver, and dog whisperer, she will be missed for her wit, wisdom and love. She is preceded by...

Oct 5, 2024

Sarah Elaine Rush, 74 passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at her home in Andersonville, VA.

Elaine was known for her generosity, loving nature and especially her pound cakes, in which she shared with many people.

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Edward Rush, two children; Stephanie Rush Williams (Bob) and Clint Rush and her beautiful grandson...