Obituaries

Fredrick David Lawson

Fredrick David Lawson

Jan 4, 2025

Fredrick “Fred” David Lawson, passed away peacefully on January 4th with his daughter, Jennifer by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Dessie Lawson, his sisters, Mary Hagman, Margaret Rosselot, Janet Gordon, Emma Thomas, Virginia (Susie) Travis and Debra Ray, his brothers Stephen Lawson and James (Doc) Lawson. Fred is survived by his daughter, Jennifer...

Stephen Pierce Glazebrook

Stephen Pierce Glazebrook

Jan 2, 2025

"Stephen Pierce "Steve" Glazebrook, born September 19, 1945, left this world on January 2, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. Steve was a one-of-a-kind soul who had an uncanny ability to brighten the lives of everyone he encountered. 

Steve was a "hallmark" loving husband to his wife Stephanie Gray Glazebrook. 

He was the proud father of four...

Barbara Hutchinson Addington

Barbara Hutchinson Addington

Jan 1, 2025

Barbara Hutchinson Addington, 80, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Stacy Meleski Schalow (David); her son, Bradley Addington (Tywanda); grandchild, William Maddox; sister, Nancy Webb (Butch); and brother, John Hutchinson (Deb). Barbara was born in Arlington, Va., but built her home in Powhatan, where she would raise her...

Krista Gail Collier Avinger

Krista Gail Collier Avinger

Dec 26, 2024

Krista Gail Collier Avinger, age 46, of Powhatan, VA, went to be with the Lord on December 26, 2024. Krista is survived by her loving husband, Marc Avinger; her son, Nathan Martin; her two bonus sons, Paul and Brian Avinger; her mother, Mary Revels (Sam); her father, Jack Collier; her step-siblings, Steve (Leanna), Stephanie (Joe), Amy (Walt), and David (Kelly);...

Ernest Nelson Llewellyn, Sr.

Ernest Nelson Llewellyn, Sr.

Dec 21, 2024

Ernest Nelson Llewellyn, Sr. (Lew), 80, of Powhatan, Virginia, was called home by Jesus on Saturday, December 21, 2024. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Lew was a pillar of his community and will be remembered with deep love and gratitude.



Lew was best known as the owner of Llewellyn’s Towing and Repair, a business he started nearly 45 years...

Lois Schalow

Lois Schalow

Dec 14, 2024

Lois Boelt Schalow, 88, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord Saturday, December 14, 2024. She was the widow of Victor G. Schalow. Lois is survived by her daughter, Melanie Schalow Little (Mark); sons, Dale Burleigh Schalow (Gail), David Jonathan Schalow (Stacy); grandchildren, Alexander and Victoria Little, Evan, Tyler and Luke Schalow; great grandchildren, Chase and Chance Little, Teddy...

Erik Daniel Packard

Erik Daniel Packard

Dec 10, 2024

Erik Daniel Packard, age 59, of Amelia County, Virginia, passed away on December 10, 2024. Born on April 1, 1965, in Chesterfield, Virginia, he was a devoted husband, father, and brother.

Erik worked in heating and air conditioning, with his career spanning from business ownership to commercial and residential work. He dedicated his energy to helping families and businesses, while teaching...

F. W. Poates

F. W. Poates

Dec 9, 2024

F. W. Poates, 93 of Powhatan, Virginia, former Principal of Midlothian High School, passed from this life, December 9, 2024. He is survived by his son, Wayne Poates; 2 nieces; 2 nephews; 3 cousins and their families. He was born May 11, 1931 in Woodford, Caroline County, VA. The family eventually moved to Courtland, VA where he played high school...

Wilma Anne Rose Weimer

Wilma Anne Rose Weimer

Dec 5, 2024

Wilma Anne Rose Weimer (“Billie”) died on December 5, 2024. She was proceeded in death by her parents, JC and Elizabeth “Bessie” Rose, her four siblings, her husband, George Alexander Weimer, and her son, George Alexander Weimer Jr. She is survived by her two daughters, Margaret Weimer Parrish and Martha Weimer O’Brien (Tom), her daughter-in-law Svetlana Weimer, eight grandchildren and...

Gerald Hone Price

Gerald Hone Price

Nov 30, 2024

Gerald Hone Price, 85, of Powhatan, Virginia passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024 surrounded by his loving wife, Lenora, and his daughter, Karen. Born on November 17, 1939, Jerry was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Jerry proudly served in the Air Force from 1962 to 1982, achieving the rank of Sargent. His military career took him to various parts...

Donald Robert Farrell

Donald Robert Farrell

Nov 27, 2024

Donald Robert Farrell passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born June 18, 1955, in Queens, New York, Don was the fifth of eight children born to James A. Farrell, Jr. and Joan Tager Farrell. 

 The family moved to Rockville Centre, New York in 1963, where Don attended St. Agnes Cathedral School and Southside High School. 

 Don’s wife,...

Norman West, Sr.

Norman West, Sr.

Nov 24, 2024

Norman M. West, Sr. 88, of Powhatan, Virginia went to be with the Lord Sunday November 24, 2024. He was preceded in death by his daughter Suzi McClung and grandson Zach.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary K. West; children, Norman West Jr. (Delane), Donna Stroud (Ron), Tina Gillenwater, Rebecca Hicks (Tad); son in-law, Steve McClung; grandchildren,...

Paul James Holder Jr.

Paul James Holder Jr.

Nov 24, 2024

On the Sunday afternoon of November 24, 2024 Paul James Holder Jr., 83 of Cumberland, VA passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Paul is predeceased by his parents Paul James Holder Sr. and Virgie Elizabeth Holder; siblings Nellie, Betty, Nancy, and Patsy and his grandchildren Lona, Aiden, JR, and Demetrius.

Paul is survived by his wife Elizabeth Holder;...

Robert Elijah Lindsey

Robert Elijah Lindsey

Nov 21, 2024

Robert Elijah "Eli" Lindsey was born October 21, 2003. He had just recently celebrated his 21st birthday before being taken from us far too soon on November 21, 2024. He was born in Richmond, Virginia to proud parents Robert "Bobby" Lindsey and Jaime (Graves) Lindsey. He joined not-much-older sister, Maya Raine, whom he adored and respected unceasingly. 



Elijah was adventurous with...

Kem Wayne Scott

Kem Wayne Scott

Nov 18, 2024

Kem Wayne Scott, 76, of Powhatan, Virginia passed away surrounded by family at home on November 18, 2024. Kem was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 16, 1948.

Son of Max Albert Scott and Merle Irene Scott (Bowersox) Kem was raised in Lincoln Park, Michigan where he learned to play basketball, baseball, football, table tennis, and golf. His love of sports...

Raymond Lee Hooper

Raymond Lee Hooper

Nov 18, 2024

Raymond Lee Hooper, 76, of Powhatan, Passed away November 18th, 2024. Survived by his wife of 48 years, Joyce Hooper. Sons Chris and Cale Hooper (Jennifer). Grandchildren Lauren, C.J., Brooklynn, and Preston Hooper.

Ray was predeceased in death by a son Richie Hooper.

A memorial service will be held Thursday November 21 at 1:00 PM at Bennett and Barden Funeral Home. Online...

Clifford Otis "Butch" Blankenship

Clifford Otis "Butch" Blankenship

Nov 15, 2024

Clifford Otis "Butch" Blankenship, Jr., 81, of Powhatan, Virginia was born June 17th, 1943, and departed this life to be with our Lord on Friday, November 15, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford O. Blankenship, Sr. and Louise Chase Blankenship and two sisters, Frances Bennett and Linda Blankenship. He is survived by his wife of 62...

Kenneth Lee Mittendorff

Kenneth Lee Mittendorff

Nov 12, 2024

Kenneth Lee Mittendorff, 77 of Manakin Sabot, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on November 12, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carol Mittendorff; sons, Kenny & Megan Mittendorff and Carl & Mariellyn Mittendorff; granddaughter, Lainey; brothers, Bob Mittendorff, Stan Mittendorff and Dan Mittendorff.

Ken graduated from the University of Virginia (UVA), where he earned a...

Erin Willinger

Erin Willinger

Nov 12, 2024

Erin Willinger, 35 of Chester, Virginia, passed away November 12, 2024. She was preceded in death by her mother Lisa Starr Willinger. She is survived by her father, Mike Willinger; brothers, Chris Willinger and Thomas Willinger; also her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and a multitude of friends. The family will receive friends Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 4:00 pm to...

Norma Jean Bullock Anderson

Norma Jean Bullock Anderson

Nov 9, 2024

Powhatan resident, Norma Jean Bullock Anderson, 76, returned to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, November 9, 2024. She was surrounded by family when she took her final breath. 

 Norma Jean, lovingly referred to as Momma Jean by both family and friends, was preceded in death by her parents Howard Genius Bullock and Eunice Ludy Childress Bullock, her son, Raymond...