Obituaries

Jeanie Leigh Arehart Renger

Jeanie Leigh Arehart Renger

Aug 26, 2018

Jeanie Leigh Arehart Renger, 77, of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away August 26, 2018. She was born on April 27, 1941 to Lewis & Pauline Arehart. Jeanie met and married her handsome Army Lt., Gary Renger, in 1963 and they held hands through 55 years of marriage and raised their two daughters in San Diego, CA and Powhatan, VA. She is...

Michael Ray Lee

Michael Ray Lee

Aug 24, 2018

Michael Ray "Mike" Lee, 63, of Powhatan, passed away August 24, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Sue Bailey Lee; three daughters, Michelle, Jennifer, Kelli; step son, Eric Prindes; sister, Mary Pierce; two special nephews, Tony and William Lee; five grandchildren, two great grandchildren, several great and great-great nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6...

Colon Lee  McArtan, Sr.

Colon Lee McArtan, Sr.

Aug 22, 2018

Colon L. McArtan, Sr., 76, of Powhatan, left this world to be with the Lord August 22, 2018. Colon worked for Greyhound Bus Lines for 26 years and served in the Navy for 4 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary; two sons, Colon, Jr. and Robert; two daughters, Vickie Black and Gail Wood; five...

Colleen  Dawson Palmore

Colleen Dawson Palmore

Aug 18, 2018

Colleen Dawson Palmore, 82, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord and the love of her life, Ellis, with her family by her side on August 18, 2018. She is survived by her children, Robert M. Palmore (Patsy), Linda Cheatham, Janet Trivett (John), David E. Palmore (Jill), Tracey Smith (Rick); one sister, Shirley Lloyd ( Randy) of Amelia; twelve...

Paul  E. Hatcher

Paul E. Hatcher

Aug 18, 2018

Paul E. Hatcher, 75, of Cumberland, died August 18, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Frankie Hatcher; sons, Anthony Hatcher, Ed Kelly; stepdaughters, Ann Summerville, Linda Dawson, Penny Morris; five grandchildren; two special people in his life, Joseph Kelly and Peggy Woodson. No services to be held. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com

Joshua  David Meier

Joshua David Meier

Aug 15, 2018

Joshua David Meier, aka “The Man”, passed away August 15,2018. He died, as he lived, doing all the things he loved, in the place he loved, surrounded by those who loved him best. Josh lived life to it’s very fullest, never backing down from a challenge, quick with a joke and a laugh and being the very best friend, he...

Thomas James Goasa

Thomas James Goasa

Aug 6, 2018

Thomas J. Goasa, 76, of Powhatan, widower of Betty F. Goasa, died August 6, 2018. He is survived by two daughters, Ruth Ann Leonard (William), Penny Ann Tunstall (Lawson) both of Midlothian; one son, Thomas W. Goasa of Powhatan; daughter in law, Patricia B. Goasa who was his beloved caregiver and friend; two brothers, Joe Goasa of Arkansas, Charles Goasa...

Ralph   Edwin "Ed"  Owen

Ralph Edwin "Ed" Owen

Aug 3, 2018

Ed Owen, 70, of Cumberland, passed away August 3, 2018. He is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Buckner (Greg) of West Point, Theresa Boley (Danny) of Powhatan; one son, Bobby Owen of Cumberland; step children, Richie Hanvey, R.J. and Allison Biebee; six grandchildren, Katlin, Owen, Savannah, Mitchell, Victoria and Alivia. Ed will forever be remembered for his love for his...

John  Nelson "Johnny" White, Jr.

John Nelson "Johnny" White, Jr.

Aug 2, 2018

John Nelson White, Jr., aka Johnny White from Amelia, 59, has gone to be with the Lord on August 2, 2018. He is preceded in death by his nephew Bobby Gray, parents, John N. and Alice White, Sr.; his grandparents, "Granny" Pearl White and "Grandpa" Phil White. He left behind a son, Samuel Nelson White, sister and friend Debbie Harris(Robbie),...

Bonnie Lampkins  Tilman

Bonnie Lampkins Tilman

Aug 1, 2018

Bonnie Lampkins Tilman, 79, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord August 1, 2018. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Tilman Lewis (Jim) of Powhatan; three sisters, Lena Dunn of Richmond, Betty Hartsock (Larry) of Tennessee; Bernice Scruggs (John) of North Carolina; three grandsons, Jay, Mark and Ross Lewis. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to...

Ethel H. Leber

Ethel H. Leber

Jul 31, 2018

Ethel H. Leber, 99, of Powhatan, passed away July 31, 2018. She is survived by her children, Lois L. Cooley of Montpelier, Louis W. Leber (Mary) of New Kent, Lorine L. Heath (Gene) of Powhatan; six grandchildren, many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. The family will receive friends (tonight) Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bennett &...

Royce S. Goodwyn

Royce S. Goodwyn

Jul 22, 2018

Royce S. Goodwyn, 89, of Powhatan, passed away July 22, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Barbara L. Goodwyn; three daughters, Jennifer G. Pugh (Glenn), Cindy G. Thomas (Bob), Sandra G. Parker (Gene); two brothers, Archie Goodwyn, R.C. "Pal" Goodwyn, Jr.; one sister, Mary Jane Ransone all of Powhatan; eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. The...

Karen Laverne Passmore

Karen Laverne Passmore

Jul 21, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Karen Laverne Passmore, 56, of Prospect announces her passing on July 21, 2018. She was preceded in death by her mother, Katherine Passmore and her sister, Sharlene Rowe. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, T. Dawn Passmore and the love of her life, grandson, Dillard Jace Passmore; her father,...

James William "Willie" Hite

James William "Willie" Hite

Jul 20, 2018

James William "Willie" Hite, Sr., 72, of Powhatan, suddenly went to be with the Lord July 20, 2018. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 50 years, Jamie R. Hite, two sons, Willie Hite, Jr.(Toni), Charles R. Hite (Regina) both of Powhatan; two brothers, Emmett Hite, Bobby Goode both of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Jamie, Amber, Jordan, Ashley,...

Lesley Duckworth Andrews

Lesley Duckworth Andrews

Jul 14, 2018

Lesley Duckworth Andrews, 73, of Powhatan, widow of Wayne Andrews, passed away July 14, 2018. She is survived by her children, Christine A. Smith (Anthony) of Charleston, S.C., Mark Andrews (Kathryn) of Fancy Gap; three grandchildren, Veronica, Anthony and Sean. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018 at 4 p.m. in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home,...

Rawdin Bland Lipscomb

Rawdin Bland Lipscomb

Jul 14, 2018

Rawdin B. Lipscomb, 82, of Powhatan, the Lord answered our prayers and ended Daddy's suffering July 14, 2018. He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Sylvia Trent Lipscomb, parents, Elisha & Trixie Lipscomb, brother, Jake Lipscomb and his fiancee, Esther Clarke. He is survived by his children, Cherl Jessie (Ronnie), Cindy Simons, Robin Lipscomb, Dale Lipscomb (Judy), Wendy...

Sean Eugene Gregory

Sean Eugene Gregory

Jul 1, 2018

Sean Eugene Gregory, 23, of Bon Air, went to be with Jesus July 1, 2018. He is survived by his parents, John and Darlene Gregory; brother, Ian Gregory; paternal grandma, Lou Gregory and many extended family members and friends. Sean was a 2013 James River High School graduate and never meet a stranger. A graveside service will be held Sunday...

Shirley Lee Davis Graham

Shirley Lee Davis Graham

Jun 30, 2018

Shirley Lee Davis Graham, 87, of Powhatan, passed away June 30, 2018 and endured Alzheimer's for twelve years. She leaves her husband, Jim Graham of 64 years; two daughters, Sandy Graham (Rich Knorowski), Jackie Trickel (Rob); two sons, Darryl Graham (Kathe), Duane Graham; six grandkids and one great granddaughter. She was the daughter of A. L. and Irene Davis. Among...

Lori Ann Mustian

Lori Ann Mustian

Jun 30, 2018

Lori A. Mustian, 51, of Powhatan, passed away June 30, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Mustian; three daughters, Tonya Hunte (Jamie) of Chesterfield, Tamela Mustian, Taylor Mustian both of Powhatan; two sisters, Cheryl Wion, Nancy Rule; six grandchildren, Kaylei, Raegan, Preston, Aubrey, Jase and Braclynn. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the...

Vaughn J.  English

Vaughn J. English

Jun 28, 2018

Vaughn J. English, 86, of Powhatan, died June 28, 2018. He is survived by two sons, Ray English of Chesterfield, Ricky English of Powhatan; three daughters, Betty Ripley of Richmond, Patricia Draper of Chesterfield, Mary English of Powhatan; thirteen grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. in the...