Obituaries

Bernadine Frances Levine

Bernadine Frances Levine

Jan 26, 2022

Bernadine Frances Levine, 74, of Powhatan, VA passed away peacefully from an extended illness on January 26, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Levine, her son Paul Hrip, her parents Karl and Antionette Glashauser, and her sisters, Josephine Glashauser, Mary Ann Sill, Theresa Kuny, and Shirley Moyer. She is survived by her daughter Tina Hall (Chad)...

Farrell Ray Willis

Farrell Ray Willis

Jan 26, 2022

Farrell Ray Willis, (Poppy to most), went to be with the Lord Wednesday January 26, 2022. Farrell was born In Clintwood, VA on September 18, 1945, to the late Eula Mae Rose and the late Ray Willis. He went to school in Bristol, Virginia/Tennessee and later acquired his GED. H spent most of his childhood summers with his grandfather, Josh...

Steve G. Wriston

Steve G. Wriston

Jan 26, 2022

Steve G. Wriston, 75 of Powhatan, departed his life on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. He is preceded in death by his father, Curtis Delmar Wriston. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Susan C. Wriston; his children, Jeffery H. Hackett and Joshua C. Hackett (Melody); 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; 3 siblings, Sandra, Marsha & Curtis; mother, Hattie...

Esther Russell Simpson

Esther Russell Simpson

Jan 21, 2022

Esther Russell Simpson, age 83, Powhatan Va, formerly of Charlotte, N.C., was called to her heavenly home on January 21, 2022. Predeceased by her parents Melvin and Hazel Russell and her son Frank G. Simpson. Survived by daughter in-law Becky Boyles - Simpson and grandson John (JP) Simpson of the home (Powhatan); sister -Dianne and (James) Montgomery of Charlotte, NC;...

G. W. Huckaby

G. W. Huckaby

Jan 19, 2022

G. W. Huckaby, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. Born on November 29, 1934, in Atkins, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, George W. Huckaby and Leona M. Huckaby; brother Clarence Huckaby (Geraldine), sister Virgie Knottenkamper (Paul) and brother-in-law Jerry Smith. He is survived by his siblings, Ernest Lee Huckaby (Geraldine), Francis Smith (Jerry),...

John William Tate

John William Tate

Jan 14, 2022

On January 14, 2022, at 8 pm, John William Tate, known to friends and family as "Henry" went to be with our Lord, Jesus. He was best known for his mild-mannered personality and wonderful laugh. He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Seaver Tate. Also survived by his two daughters, Denise Tate Durrette (Clay) and Danielle Tate Spence (Jason)....

James A. Vanderwerker

James A. Vanderwerker

Jan 12, 2022

James A. Van Derwerker 73, of Mayfield, New York, son of Warren B. and Julia H. Van Derwerker, Passed away January 12, 2022. James enjoyed camping, fishing, TV Westerns and loved tinkering. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Vivian J. Van Derwerker and his daughter Leslie Seligman. He is also predeceased by his parents, brother...

Gary Lee Dean

Gary Lee Dean

Jan 12, 2022

Gary Lee Dean of Powhatan, VA, formerly of Somerset, KY and Broad Run, VA, departed this life on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. He is survived by his wife Carol Dean, his daughter Theresa Goodman (Taylor) and their children, son Gary Dean Jr, mother June Hall (Bill), sister Connie Kazowski and brother Lewis Dean (Karen), plus four nephews and a niece....

James Sam Rose

James Sam Rose

Jan 10, 2022

James S. Rose, 98 of Powhatan passed on January 10, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Maxine W. Rose; one daughter Mary Newman (Chris); two stepchildren Kirby Williams (Nancy) and Annette Branch; four grandchildren Kelly, Beau, Landon and Aaron and one great granddaughter Maggie. Sam was a WWII veteran and prior owner of Rose Funeral Home...

Rickey Blaine  Andrews

Rickey Blaine Andrews

Jan 5, 2022

Rickey Blaine Andrews (Papa), 69, from Powhatan, VA departed this life on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. He is survived by his wife Cynthia Garretson Andrews, his children Rebecca "Punk" Andrews, Rickey B Andrews II, Jamie "Henrietta" Vaughan (Woodrow), Justin Slayton (Alie), Lauren "Weasel" Oliveri (Alex), Jimmy Hanvey (Allison), Monica Stephenson (Shawn) and Connie Simpson; 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren,...

Anne Boyd Reynolds

Anne Boyd Reynolds

Jan 3, 2022

Anne Reynolds spent her life as a joyful servant, taking great delight in deeds that "earned feathers for her angel wings." On Monday January 3rd, 2022, she received her wings in her home surrounded by loved ones. Those who knew Anne can share countless occasions of generosity, compassion, and service; although, she staunchly avoided the spotlight and actively avoided credit...

Patricia Ann Betts

Patricia Ann Betts

Jan 3, 2022

Patricia (Pat) Betts died at home at Level Green, Powhatan on Monday, January 3, 2022 surrounded by her family. Pat was born in Oxford, England on June 24, 1942, one of three daughters of Edward and Rosamond Bowen. She attended boarding school and began riding with a local pony club on school holidays. In 1968, she met Jon Heath Betts...

Robert Allen Spence, Sr.

Robert Allen Spence, Sr.

Jan 3, 2022

Robert Allen Spence Sr July 9, 1946 - January 3, 2022 Robert Allen Spence Sr (Bob) of Powhatan made the journey to heaven January 3, 2022. He was born and raised in Bedford, Virginia. Bob was a proud Army veteran. He loved to be outdoors and enjoyed camping, horse shoes, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. He is...

Kieran Clyde Hathaway

Kieran Clyde Hathaway

Jan 2, 2022

Kieran Clyde Hathaway, born October 31, 2003 left this world far too soon on January 2, 2022. Kieran leaves behind his parents, Carter and Kevin, who loved him endlessly; his sisters Haley and Hope and nephew Rylan; his maternal grandparents, Jack and Donna Colan and Mary Jo Atterholt; paternal grandparents, Ernie Hathaway and Karen Hathaway; aunts and uncles, Ashby and...

Noland Preas

Noland Preas

Dec 29, 2021

NOLAND PREAS Born December 7, 1947 – Passed December 29, 2021 Noland was born in Arlington, VA and moved with his family to Goochland as a young child, where he lived his whole life. He married Gladys Bowles and they had two children, Wendy Barker (Steve) and son Michael. He had two granddaughters Melissa and Victoria who were his pride...

Melody Joyce Valdes

Melody Joyce Valdes

Dec 27, 2021

Melody Joyce Valdes, 52 of Chesterfield, formerly of Florida, passed away December 27, 2021. She is survived by her Husband, Michael Valdes; children, Zachary Valdes and Madison Valdes; Mother and Father In-Law, Lori Sorenson (Terry); Father In-Law, Domingo Valdes; Sister In-Law, Jennifer Maitland (Billy); Nephews, Michael & Colin Maitland. The family will receive friends Tuesday January, 4th, from 12 pm...

Michael P. Sumpter

Michael P. Sumpter

Dec 23, 2021

Michael P. Sumpter, 37, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord Thursday, December 23, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Rachel Sumpter; children, L. Cyrus and Piper; parents, Charles and Martha Sumpter; sister, Lisa Sumpter and numerous other family members. Mike enjoyed camping, woodworking and being outside. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3 PM to 5...

James Scott Armstrong

James Scott Armstrong

Dec 22, 2021

Our beloved Son Scott went to be with the lord on December 22, 2021. He leaves behind his mom, Betty A. Armstrong, his dad, James D. Armstrong, a Brother, Eric D. Armstrong, a son, James Weston Armstrong, a niece, Alyssa A. Armstrong and numerous friends. Scott enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing soccer and spending time with his son Weston, and going...

Jean  Chiles Burd

Jean Chiles Burd

Dec 21, 2021

Jean Chiles Burd, fell asleep in the lord on December 21, 2021. Jean was born on July 25, 1932, in Richmond, Va. She was preceded in death by her husband of only 19 years, Jack Wiltshire Burd, on July 5, 1971. She was also preceded in death by her son, Jerry Alan Burd, on May 28, 2021. She is survived...

Linda Hensley Pembelton

Linda Hensley Pembelton

Dec 21, 2021

Linda Hensley Pembelton, 74, of Richmond, went to Heaven Tuesday, December 21, 2021, after a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Gracie Hensley; brother, Rick Hensley. Linda is survived by her husband, the love of her life, Edward Carver "Pudgy" Pembelton; son, Douglas Andrew Bean; sister, Gayle Hempel; and sister-in-law , Jean...