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David H. Byce - July 17, 1953 - March 26, 2024

Departed: 03/26/2024 (McKenney)

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Lemond C. Rhodes - March 19, 2024 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Lemond Chavell Rhodes, affectionately known as “Mond” was born on July 8, 1982 in Richmond, VA. He was the first born to Maxine “Pat” King and Earl Winfield. He departed this life on Saturday March 23, 2024 in Richmond, VA. Mond was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Maxine Rhodes, Herbert and Martha Winfield, the mother of his children Amanda Ahern and his 2 best friends who were like brothers, Daryl Gauldin and Matt Brown, and a host of family members.

Mond was educated by Dinwiddie County Public Schools. He was very friendly and had a smile that would light up a room. A quiet man he was also a jokester and an avid fan of the 49er’s.

Mond enjoyed being outside. He worked for M&W Construction and P.S. Roofing. Mond leaves to cherish his memories his wife Denise Rhodes; 2 daughters Kendra & Kaylee Rhodes “the apple of his eyes”; 3 bonus children Damon Ahern, Max Mace and Clarice Mace; his devoted mother Maxine “Pat” King(Ricky); father Earl Winfield (Sylvia); 3 brothers Elmondo King (Marcella), James King, Jr. (Brittany),James Mason “Quan”; 1 sister Shatish Hardy (Steven). He was also a proud uncle of Christy, Kayla, Kourtney, Naomi, Giulia, and Cameron King; aunts Rebecca Richardson, Alice Rhodes, Dorothy Johnson, Vickie Ruffin, Carolyn Spencer, Patricia Roberts(Kenny), and Cynthia Holmes (Billy); uncles Albert Rhodes (Pam), and Lawrence Winfield and a host of cousins, friends and co-workers to include a devoted friend/cousin Cassondre Smith and father figures James King and Clinton Jones

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Alvin L. Jones - May 11, 1958 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Alvin Leron Jones , 65, of Petersburg, VA passed away peacefully on March 10, 2024 at VCU Medical Center, surrounded by his family. Alvin was originally from Dinwiddie County and was a beloved son, father and friend. He was born on May 11, 1958 in Dinwiddie County to Melvin F. Jones and Lola R Jones.

Alvin was proceeded in death by his brother Glenn W Jones. Alvin was educated at Dinwiddie County Public Schools and graduated high school with the class of 1977. In 1978 Alvin joined the military. He continued his military status with Bellwood. Alvin later furthered, his education obtaining his HVAC electrician, plumbing, and refrigeration certificate with John Tyler Community College. He worked at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital for 16 years. Alvin was a jack of all trades, ranging from mechanic work, carpentry, gardening, fishing, and hunting. He was a Hall of Famer in high school, playing baseball and football. He later played for the Mason Town Expos.

Alvin leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving and devoted daughter, Nicole L. Jones; parents, Melvin F. Jones Sr. and Lola Jones; one brother Melvin Jones Jr. (Ruby); two sisters Philistine Jones Whitaker and Carolyn D. Jones; nieces Charlene and LaShanda; four nephews Chris, Javars, Quinton Daquan; one great-niece, one great-nephew, two uncles, and three aunts and a host of cousins and friends.

Alvin was known for his unwavering kindness, infectious laughter and gentle spirit. He touched the lives of many with his generosity and willingness to lend a helping hand. He was passionate about gardening and enjoyed feeding others while spending time with family. Alvin knew the Lord and shared a relationship with God. Alvin leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and strength. While he will be deeply missed his memory will forever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved him

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Barbara F. Marshall - November 22, 1950 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Barbara F. Marshall of Hopewell, VA passed away on March 10, 2024 at her residence. Funeral services for Barbara will be private.

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Wanda M. Smith - June 07, 1960 - January 10, 2024

Departed: 01/10/2024 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, God dispatched his angels to open the heavenly gates to receive Wanda Malone Smith after a brief illness at the VCU Medical Center, Richmond, Virginia. She was born on June 7, 1960, to the late James and Eliza Woodley Malone. Wanda gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was an active watch care member for many years at Shiloh Baptist Church in Dinwiddie county, Blackstone, Virginia, and served as a member of the Shiloh Adult Ensemble. She also attended the Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Richmond,

Virginia.

Wanda graduated from Nottoway County High School, Nottoway, Virginia with the Class of 1977. She continued her educational studies at Norfolk State University and after graduating in 1982, Wanda worked at America Law Group. In addition to her Parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her Grandparents, Crawley and Rosa Woodley and Valton and Clara Malone; aunts, DeLois Costello Malone, Blanch Malone, and Dorothy

Jones; uncles, William Woodley, King Woodley, George Woodley and most recently, Moses Woodley. She leaves to cherish her precious memories, her loving and devoted daughter, Kaylan A. Smith of Henrico, Virginia; (former) husband, Donald

Smith of Portsmouth, Virginia; a devoted cousin, Marcus Woodley; a devoted friend, Caroltine Street Bowles; a host of other relatives; and devoted friends. “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7

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DaJuan Lamont Gee - April 17, 1981 - January 06, 2024

Departed: 01/06/2024 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Dajuan Lamont Gee, age 42, departed this life on January 6, 2024 at VCU Medical Center, Richmond, VA. Dajuan wore many hats. He was a former track runner, caregiver, chef, and entertainer. Dajuan was known by the name Millennium "Millie" C. Snow and was proceeded in death by his father Raymond J. Gee and biological father Lawrence James.

Left to cherish his precious memory are his mother Rev. Dora W. Gee; biological mother Patricia Carter; twin sister Lashawn G. Walker (Samuel); sisters Rita G. Fields (Lamonte), Keshawnn Greene; brother Raymond C. Gee (Stacia) and a host of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, relatives and friends, among them a father figure Kevin Younger.

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Brandon Hayes, I - December 30, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Departed: 12/31/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Brandon Hayes, I.

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Geri Reid - November 12, 1974 - December 07, 2023

Departed: 12/07/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Geri Reid.

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Judith A. Livingston - November 11, 1952 - November 25, 2023

Departed: 11/25/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Judith A. Livingston.

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Vivien Leigh Newton - January 15, 1942 - November 15, 2023

Departed: 11/15/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Vivien Leigh Newton, 81 of Dinwiddie County VA, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023. She was born January 15, 1942, in Norlina North Carolina, to the late Vernell Norris and Velma Moss Norris.

Vivien had a fulfilling career, working at A.P. Bakery Richmond VA, Phillip Morris, Reynolds Metal. Waitressing work, secretary at Kenneth Newton’s garage Richmond VA. Worked with her husband Mark Newton to run and operate Marks Automotive Richmond VA, from 1992 to 2019. She was dedicated and passionate about her work, leaving a lasting impact on those she worked with.

Vivien attended Norlina Baptist Church in Warrington North Carolina. Vivien also took piano lessons with the Norlina School teacher when she was 10. Her brother Ed Norris would also go with her. When their mother worked at the school kitchen across the street Vivien was given 50 cents a week to be in charge of the house and kids. Then with the money she earned she would take her brother Ed to the movies on the weekend. It was a small town with one traffic light and the theater.

In her free time, she loved to knit and crochet afghans and dolls and small Christmas ornaments. She shared her crafts with many friends and Family. She found solace and joy in creating beautiful pieces with her hands.

Vivien is survived by her loving husband of 37 years Mark Newton, her step daughter Michelle Newton of Florida, her son Thomas Crank of Blackstone VA, daughter Penny Crook Shanks Hillsville VA, her brother Ed Norris Chester VA, her aunt Bessie Brown of North Carolina, and granddaughters Isabella Moment, Jalissa Moment and Kiyah Rogers. She was preceded in death by her father Vernell Norris, her mother Velma Moss Norris, her sister Dorthy Ray Norris and her brother Robert Norris.

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Melinee Neaves Phillips - March 18, 1988 - November 14, 2023

Departed: 11/14/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: On November 14, 2023 Melinee’s address was changed from earth to heaven. She went to meet her father, Michael J. Neaves, Grandmother Ruth Pulliam Neaves, Grandfather Robert Urquhart Sr. and a host of other soldiers.

To know Melinee was to love her. Melinee accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, was baptized and joined Little Bethel Baptist Church.

Left to cherish her memories are her mother Mrs. Mattie Tucker Neaves, Grandparents Lucille and Bobbie Hall of Carson, VA, Charlie and Winnie Neaves of Petersburg, VA, an aunt Bernita King of Macon, GA, Uncles Robert Urquhart Jr. (Sarah) of Norfolk, VA, Jerry Neaves (Cynthia) of FL. Great uncles Landon L. Tucker (Annie) of Stony Creek, VA, Deacon Cleveland Tucker (Earnestine) of Dinwiddie, VA, Walter Tucker (Martha) of Dinwiddie, VA, Lawrence Hall (Carolyn) of Stony Creek, VA. Great Aunt and god mother Evelyn Green (James) of Stony Creek, VA, Vina Pride of Petersburg, VA, Mable Ridley (George) of Carson, VA. Numerous friends, Travis Phillips and family, Resean Williams and family, her bestie Charlene Whitaker and ShaNequa Nelson. A host of close cousins and friends to name a few, Joidyn Elliott, Miracle Moore, Jerald Neaves, Joe Neaves and Trevon Rankins.

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Barbara Freeman - February 12, 1954 - October 03, 2023

Departed: 10/03/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Barbara Ann Morgan Freeman, 69, of Stony Creek, VA suddenly slipped into eternal rest on Tuesday October 3, 2023. To her family she was affectionately known as “Tay Tay”. This name was given to her by her beloved niece Lakeisha as she formed her first words.

She was born Barbara Ann Davis on February 12, 1954 to the late Edna Mae Davis and the late Purcell Madison Sr. Barbara was raised by her devoted grandparents, the late Nellie A. and Theodore R. Davis. She was also preceded in death by her sister Connie Dagner and brothers Walter Sellars Sr., Chris Madison and Mark Madison.

Barbara was educated in the Dinwiddie County Public School system. She was baptized at an early age and joined the Shiloh Baptist Church of Dinwiddie VA.

In her early years Barbara married Alexander Morgan also of Dinwiddie County. To this union they bought into this world their first and only daughter Angela Morgan. Barbara and her daughter had a very close relationship and were inseparable. You very rarely saw one without the other. They were more than mother and daughter, they were sisters and best friends.

In her later years Barbara married Darnell Freeman of Stony Creek, VA. From this union she gained four sons and four fur babies. Together they would share their love of farming, fishing, drag racing, and vacationing. Her other hobbies were playing bingo, playing bid whist, cooking, shopping, planting flowers, going to the flea market and spending time with her family. Barbara was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and a dedicated member of the Mckenney Cruisers.

Barbara only had one biological child but she was a mother to many family members and friends.

Barabra had a loving and nurturing spirit with a soft spot for the elderly. Not only was she devoted to her loved ones but also to her job. She loved to cook and was able to make a career out of it. She was well known for her famous fried chicken, potato salad, homemade pies and cakes.

Christmas was her favorite time of year and there was no expense sparred. She and her daughter would spend many days and weeks decorating the yard for onlookers to enjoy. She was no stranger to hard work.

Combining her love of cooking and caring for the elderly, Barbara gave 31 years of her life to Spring Oaks Assisted Living Facility (formerly known as Mayfair House). She never missed one day of work and had no plans of retiring.

She leaves to cherish her memories her devoted husband Darnell Freeman; loving and devoted daughter Angela Morgan; sons devoted Tony Moore (Ann), devoted Timothy Freeman, Antwain Freeman and Damion Freeman; sisters Sheila Malone (Archer), Wendy Malone (Raymond), Elsie Vaughn and Pamela Madison; brothers Lorenzo Clark and Purcell Madison Jr.; granddaughters Timeka and Timael Freeman; several aunts and uncles, devoted Emmitt Davis, Jr. (Queen); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Among them are devoted niece Lakeisha Dagner and Summer Jones; devoted cousins Glory Johnson, Bubba Creighton and Lisa Creighton, devoted friends Alexander Morgan, Charlie Winfield, Jr., Alice Lee, Ruby Oliver, Sharonda Talley, Gladys Jones and Frances Parham.

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Clara Bonita Fitzgerald - August 08, 1964 - September 05, 2023

Departed: 09/05/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Clara Bonita Hawkins Fitzgerald,59, of Mckenney Hwy, Mckenney, VA peacefully went home to be with the Lord in eternal life on September 5, 2023 at Southside Regional Medical Center. The third child of four children she was born on August 8, 1964. Bonnie accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Shiloh Baptist Church-Dinwiddie in Darvills, VA. She was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Youth Choir and also a member of the Nurses Ministry of Shiloh Baptist Church.

She graduated from Dinwiddie County High School in 1982. After graduation she worked at Daltons Convience Store in Blackstone until she became employed at Central State Hospital in Petersburg in March 1990.

She worked as a Psychiatric Aide until she decided to go to school to become an LPN. Upon completion of her LPN training she continued to work at CSH. Being encouraged by her mother and co-workers she furthered her education to improve her career status. She went back to school, this time to become a registered nurse (RN). She enjoyed working with the clientele and her co-workers at CSH. She worked there for 33 years.

She is preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; her father Lloyd R. Hawkins Sr.; her brother Lloyd R. Hawkins Jr.; 3 paternal aunts; 3 paternal uncles; 3 maternal great-aunts and 5 maternal great-uncles.

Bonnie leaves to cherish her precious memories her husband Robert Fitzgerald of Mckenney, VA; daughter Bonita Natasha Hawkins of Petersburg, VA; son Michael Morgan (Hope) of Kenbridge VA; four grandchildren Teondra Hawkins, Mikaela Wyche, Michael Morgan, Jr. and Xavier Morgan; mother Alice Loretta Atkins of Mckenney, VA; five sisters Alice H. Scott (John) of Franklinton, NC, Patricia Winfield (Anthony) of Memphis, TN, Katrina Hawkins of Mckenney, Shanika Hawkins of New York and Victoria Hawkins of Youngstown, OH; one brother Joshua Hawkins-Hill (Sophia) of Pensacola, FL; four aunts Virginia Hawkins of Mckenney, VA, Rosa Jackson, Disputanta, VA, Betty Hawkins of Maryland and Joan Williams of New York; one great-aunt Annie P. Coleman of Mckenney, VA; one great-uncle Herbert Smith of California. She also leaves a mother-in-law, 3 sisters-in-law, and 2 brothers-in-law. Bonita has a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends to share her memories including Mrs. Lillie P. Coleman, Mrs. B. Spruill, Ms. Novella Peyton and Rev James Geter Sr., Barbara Jones, Laura Wilkins only to name a few.

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Keith T. Morgan - July 30, 1999 - August 17, 2023

Departed: 08/17/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Thank you all again for coming. A Lot You know him as Keith. Those closest to him know him as KJ and the world knows him as 804 nano. He is a beautiful soul, someone who loves the world and the people in it. Someone who didn't need validation because the lord gave it to him. In the Old Testament Numbers 33:53 says take possession of the land and settle in it, for I have given you the land to possess. I say this to say he did what he came to do. At thirteen Keith Morgan won the county spelling bee. KJ started playing drums at an early age. Then there was the saxophone, keyboard, base and lead guitar. Keith Morgan earned his title as minister and became a businessman, Man of His Own LLC, Heavenly Hands at the age of 14 in 2004. Music was his life at three years old. His mother Tracey Chandler witnessed him pulling pots and pans from under the sink using them as drums. He loved kids. He involved himself in anything that made his community better. Nano said “I say what I mean and I mean what I say”. He is and always will be a God fearing man before anything else. A lot of you all looked at him as someone who had the key to doors of success in a literal sense. He did have the key, the key that allowed him to be here with us on earth, his heart was the key to the kingdom. I don't want you all leaving today singing your “what ifs” and i want you to all know it is nobody's fault. You will never be far from us. Congratulations Keith Morgan you have graduated, you now have your wings. Keith was proceeded in death by his grandfather Thad Stevens Jr.; great-grandmother Dora A. Walker; grandpa James “Jimmy” Ridley; grandma Diane Morgan

KJ leaves to cherish his memory his father Keith Morgan; mother youth evangelist Tracey Chandler; sister Keionna Barnhill; devoted grandparents Elder Wayne and Evangelist Thelma Stevens Mcfarland; uncles Thaddeus R. Stevens, Shawn L. Morgan, James Ridley, Jr., Cal Ridley; aunts Rochelle Lee, Cheresse Ridley, Vanette Davis; devoted cousins Willie Keith Harris, Stanley Harris, Laerek Jiles, Tonya Batts, Red Epps, George Rodney Wallace, Richard Jiles, Rita G. Fields, Devoted Friends Makil Hurdle, Latonya Short & Corey. Live stream. -  https://youtube.com/live/iNlo0-PFY7A?feature=share

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Lisa Hughes - April 06, 1975 - August 16, 2023

Departed: 08/16/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Lisa Hughes.

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Bryan L Vaughan - November 21, 1960 - May 18, 2023

Departed: 05/18/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Bryan L Vaughan.

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DeLois C. Malone - November 17, 1929 - April 28, 2023

Departed: 04/28/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: DeLois Malone, affectionately known as "Costello " of Blackstone, VA (formerly of McKenney) was born November 17, 1929 in Dinwiddie County to the late Valton Gustavius Malone and Clara Octavia Johnson Malone. DeLois passed suddenly on April 28, 2023 at her residence in Blackstone.

DeLois was baptized at an early age at Shiloh Baptist Church in Dinwiddie County and served on the Usher Board for many years. She was a member of the Gospel Chorus as well.

DeLois graduated from Dinwiddie Training and work at Fort Pickett, and Craddock &Terry for many years.

She was proceeded in death by her parents Valton and Clara Malone, a sister Blanch Elizabeth Malone, a brother James Edward Malone and sister in law Eliza Malone. DeLois leaves to cherish her memories a niece, Wanda Smith of Henrico Va, and a great niece, Kaylan Smith of Henrico Va, Ruth Harris of Ford,Va; Rev. Jesse Stevens (Sophonia),Yolanda Stevens, Deborah Gore of Washington DC; Amber Angel of Florida; Herman White, Jr. (Shearol), Gwendolyn Bailey (John), Joyce Berry, Ruth Brown, Dorothy Kent, George Cooper, Cornelius Cooper, Helen Brown, Dorothy Hall, of Maryland. And a host many cousins and friend

Graveside services will be held on Thursday May 4, 2023 at 11AM at Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, Dinwiddie.

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Keturah Barrow - November 05, 1990 - April 16, 2023

Departed: 04/16/2023 (McKenney)

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Bernard Anthony Oliver Evans - July 10, 1964 - April 15, 2023

Departed: 04/15/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Staff Sargent Bernard Anthony Oliver Evans Sr (Ben) transitioned on April 15th, 2023 at Centra Health Hospital, Lynchburg, VA. He was preceded in death by his grandfather: Glouster (Buck) Malone; Grandmother: Pricilla. Maranda Malone; Mother: Deaconess Emma L. Evans; Father: Trustee Lloyd H. Evans Sr.; Stepmom: Gracie P. Evans; Sister: Sylvia E. Gilliam; Brother: Stephon D. Evans; Niece: Keosha Coleman, and numerous other family members

Bernard Anthony Oliver Evans Sr. was baptized at Shiloh Baptist Church Dinwiddie in 1976. He graduated from Dinwiddie County High School in 1982. He was active in Dinwiddie County High School Choir (All State under direction of Shirley Townsend), he loved playing sports.

Bernard Anthony Oliver Evans Sr. enlisted in the United States Army in in 1983, He served as a Chef, played football, basketball, and baseball. He received many awards, trainings, certificates, and achievements. Bernard Anthony Oliver Evans Sr. received an Honorable Discharge on 05/16/1991. Ben worked as a Developmental Aide for physically and mentally challenged individuals at Central Virginia Training Center (Lynchburg , VA); Ben assembled fenders, hoods and bumper boxes for General Motors: (Flint Michigan). Other jobs: material handler, forklift operator, transported palletized materials and unloaded trucks, warehouseman, record keeper, storage clerk, pulled orders for shipping and receiving, **United States Army: Equipment Records and Parts Specialist; Material, Storage, and Handling Specialist** **Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations, & Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized**

Army Service Ribbons; Overseas Service Ribbons; Natural Defense Service Medals; Good Conduct Medal 2nd Award; Army Commendation Medal; HCO Professional Development Ribbon; Expert Marksmanship Badge Rifle M-16; Expert Marksmanship Badge Grenade.

Ben leaves to cherish his memories 2 Sons Bernard Anthony Oliver Evans Jr. and Jeffrey Edmond (Winston Salem North Carolina), God-son Cornell Evans (Petersburg, VA), and his emotional support dog “Country”, (Madison Heights, VA). Sisters: Marilyn Jackson (South Chesterfield, VA); Sharon Bolling & Blanch Evans-Taylor (Lawrence) (Petersburg, VA); Emma Townes (Madison Heights VA); Wanda Dazie- Coleman (McKenney, VA; Francis (Frankie) Dawson, (Spout Spring, VA) Brothers: Lloyd H. Evans Sr (Cynthia) Richmond, VA); Todd R. Evans (Tiffany), and Honorary Brother Gary Wallace (McKenney, VA) Nieces: Tomeka Jackson (Petersburg, VA); LaTarsha Jackson (South Chesterfield, VA) Joy Bolling, TyAnna (Rodnee) Goodwyn, Jasmine (Tameka) Evans, Emma (Ersie) Joyner (Petersburg, VA); Francois Gilliam (McKenney, VA) LaTeisha (Gary) Wilkins (Richmond, VA) Nephews: Marvin Bolling Jr (Dinwiddie, VA); Rhydell (Ashley) Townes (Suffolk. VA); Kenneth Coleman Jr (Kansas City); Cornell Evans (Petersburg, VA); Toney (Sheneka) Gillian (Stony Creek, VA); Lloyd H. Evans III (Richmond, VA); Kendall Evans (Richmond, VA); Robert Cabell (Madison Heights, VA) Aunts: Ruth M. Harris (Ford, VA); Gloria Williams, Shirley Megginson, & Lilly Eggleston (Madison Heights, VA); Amy Johns (New Jersey) Uncles: Williams Evans & Norvell Evans (Ruby) (Madison Heights, VA) Devoted family and friends: Tomeka Jackson (Petersburg, VA); LaTarsha Jackson (South Chesterfield, VA);

Gary Wallace (McKenney, VA); Donnie Scott (North Carolina); Esther Holland (Ted); Theodore Holland III; Jerome A. Evans; Tony Wright; Kenneth Dayne (Madison Heights, VA); and a Host of beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews, and cousins.

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Virginia Branch - March 21, 1953 - April 11, 2023

Departed: 04/11/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Virginia Delois Branch of Mckenney VA departed this life on April 11, 2023 at her residence. She was born on March 21, 1953 in Sussex County VA to the late Pauline Crowder and Raymond bailey.

She was preceded in death by her two daughters Patrice and Latrice; 3 sisters Nancy, Mary, and Annette; 7 brothers Bobby, Russell, Kenneth, James, Lawrence, and Clyde.

She retired from Prince George Manor and Glenna Jean after a number of years of service.

She enjoyed her family and had a heart for helping others and a kind spirit. She also loved cooking and sewing (a master seamtress) and her beloved ministry, dedicated 8 years as a Jehovah witness. She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted children Roger Branch (Sherita), Nita Branch, Aaron Branch, and Quanita Mckinnie (granddaughter) all of Mckenney; 15 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 3 sisters Paulette (Ricky) of N. Dinwiddie VA, Ethel Crowder of Stony Creek, Audrey Crowder of Jarratt, VA; 2 brothers Willie Crowder of Mckenney, John Crowder of Prince George VA and a host of aunts, uncles, neices, nephews, cousins and friends. Amongst them 4 devoted Lucy, Linda, Pauline, and Alice

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Brenda M. Prosise - May 29, 1951 - March 10, 2023

Departed: 03/10/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Brenda M. Prosise of Jarratt, Virginia, departed this life on Friday, March 10, 2023, at Bon Secours Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia, at the age of 71. She was born on May

29, 1951, to the late Rufus and Geraldine Phillips. At an early age, she confessed Christ and joined Rocky Mount Baptist Church in McKenney, Virginia, where she was a

devoted member. She attended Sussex County Primary Schools. Brenda’s most recent employer was Perdue Farms in Emporia, Virginia,

before her health began to decline. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Prosise; devoted life partner, DeLander Hill; son, James Phillips; sister-in-law, Tawanda Phillips; four brothers, James, Earnest, Leon, and Gene; and two devoted

nephews, Troy and Quentin. Brenda leaves behind: her two devoted sons, Antonio (devoted daughter-in-law, Penica) and Gregory (Denise); sisters, Sheila Mallory, Ethel Crowder, and two devoted, Mary (Roscoe) and Alma ; four brothers, Ray (Pearla), Gerald, Ervin, and Bernard; eleven grandchildren, Alexis, Cordez, Curtis, Destini (Jeffrey), U’Nique, Gregory Jr., Imani, Jalen, Jakayla, Quanneshia, and Shaneca; eleven great-grandchildren; three aunts, Alice, Rosa, and Barbara; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, one devoted, Carolyn Hall, as well as the

Hill and Prosise families. Throughout her life, Brenda touched many. You could always count on her to give you a word to help you in life. She would offer her heart and home to anyone in need. Her favorite saying was, “What would Jesus do?” Brenda lived her life in a way that you could see Christ in her. Although she will be greatly missed, there is comfort in knowing that she is now

with her Heavenly Father.

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Bruce E. Lasswell - October 25, 1947 - March 02, 2023

Departed: 03/02/2023 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Bruce Lasswell passed away on March 2, 2023 in Richmond at the age of 75. He spent his final days surrounded by family. True to character, he told stories and gave advice before falling into a peaceful sleep.

Born in 1947, Bruce lived with his parents and brothers in Germany, before returning to the U.S. and graduating with Colonial Heights High School’s Class of 1965. In 1970 he graduated from the University of Virginia and he immediately began service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a First Lieutenant. In 1975 he earned an advanced degree from VCU. During his civilian career, Bruce worked as an Operations Research Analyst until retirement. He volunteered with the Boy Scouts of America for the last 23 years, eventually receiving the Silver Beaver Award, the highest and most prestigious honor awarded to a volunteer.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Sharon, and their two children Sarah (and husband Andrew) and John; his first wife, Juanita, and their daughter Megan (and husband Nick); and his brother Andrew (and wife Paula). His parents and brother Patrick preceded him in death.

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Betty A. Streat - June 26, 1939 - June 12, 2022

Departed: 06/12/2022 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Ms. Betty Ann Streat, 82 of 2970 Forest Hill Road, Petersburg, VA transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on June 12, 2022.

Betty was born on June 26, 1939 to Rufus and Maggie Phillips. She was an avid reader and a wiz at word search puzzles. One of her favorite pastime activities was watching Gun Smoke, and her favorite food was Fried Fish. Betty looked forward to her “so-called” surprise Birthday Celebration each year because it was her time to shine. It did not matter what was on the menu, as long as there were “Fried Fish.”

Betty met and married William Streat, Sr. and to that union came 8 children.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life – her husband, her father and mother, a daughter, her twin sister, and four brothers.

Betty leaves to cherish her memories: Doris Smith (Curtis), William Streat, Jr. (Sheila), Evelyn Tomes (David), Roney Streat (Cynthia), Laurie Harper (Isreal), James Streat (Sophia), Anita Stith (Edward), 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grands, and one Great-Great Grand; 2 sisters, Rosa Hall and Alice Crowder; 2 Sisters-in-love, Mary Sue and Barbara Jean Phillips; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. One devoted friend, Catherine Gilliam.

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Stafanie H. Maly - November 15, 1942 - May 13, 2022

Departed: 05/13/2022 (McKenney)

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Mary F. Jackson - April 22, 1943 - April 24, 2022

Departed: 04/24/2022 (McKenney)

Obituary Preview: Mary Francis Jackson of 2847 Rawlings Road, Rawlings, Virginia was called from labor to reward on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at VCU Health, Richmond, Virginia. She was born April 22, 1943 to the late William “Billy” Winfield and Sadie Gilliam Winfield. Mary was educated in Dinwiddie County Public Schools. She was employed with Keller Aluminum Factory, Rollic Sewing Factory, Aleen Sewing Factory and The Comfort Group and later in later years worked as a caretaker for many. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and in-laws Andrew W. Jackson, Sr. (Celia Mae), three brothers, Isham Winfield (Annie), Clarence Winfield, Charlie “Mack” Winfield, Sr. and five sisters, Julie Ann Winfield, Maxine Winfield Johnson Rhodes

(Albert), Genevia Winfield Perrear, Virginia Winfield Lewis (Herbert) and Bernice Winfield Brown (Charles), James Brackett, Sr., William Thomas Jackson (Joan), Irving Jackson (Rosetta), Margaret Brinkley (Sam) and Helena Jackson.

She accepted Christ as her personal savior at Mount Poole Baptist Church, Ford, Virginia. Mary moved her membership to Hickory Run Baptist Church in Rawlings, Virgina and subsequently to Lovely Zion Baptist Church also in Rawlings, Virginia where she was a dedicated and faithful member until her death.

A woman of faith, who was known for saying “What God has for you is for you” or "My God will fix it after a while”. If you knew her you knew she loved singing. Mary was a member of the Lovely Zion Baptist Church Senior Choir and Women’s Choir where she enjoyed singing songs of praise. Mary loved working in her flowers, cooking, talking to family and friends on the phone, sewing and caring for others. She loved her family dearly and would always put their needs before hers, a mother, auntie, friend and caregiver to many.

She leaves to cherish and is survived by her husband of 61 years Andrew W. Jackson, Jr.; Patricia Harris (Henry); Herbert and Bruce Winfield, Marvin Brown; Three sisters-in-law, Bertha Brackett, Mildred Winfield and Gertrude Winfield; One brother-in-law John D. Jackson; step-grandchildren, Courtney and Olivia Harris, a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A special thanks and recognition to Josephine Campbell and Joyce Skinner, numerous family members and friends for all of the love, devotion and sacrifice during our time of need.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Monday, May 2, 2022 at Lovely Zion Baptist Church, 28 Lovely Zion Rd., Rawlings, Virginia 23876, Virginia with the pastor Rev. James E. Geter Sr., officiating. Burial will be in the Brackett Family cemetery. We are asking for all who are attending to assemble at the Church on the day of the service. Funeral services entrusted to the W L Fields Funeral Home 10814 Doyle Blvd, McKenney 804-478-4811.

Special thanks to VCU Health South Hill and Richmond, Bayada Hospice and the VCU Palliative Care Unit.

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