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Daniel L. Marshall, III

Daniel L. Marshall, III

Aug 14, 2025

Daniel L. Marshall, III transitioned from this life on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at St. John's Episcopal Hospital, Far Rockaway, NY.

On Friday, August 29, 2025, viewing will be held from 4-7pm at First Gravel Hill Baptist Church. At 11am on Saturday, August 30, 2025, a Celebration of Life Service will also be held at First Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Please...

Andrew D. Thomas, Sr.

Andrew D. Thomas, Sr.

Aug 22, 2025

Andrew D. Thomas, Sr. transitioned from this life on Friday, August 22, 2025 in Sentara Obici Hospital.

On Friday, August 29, 2025 viewing will take place from 3-5pm at Shivers  Funeral Chapel.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held 10am on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at the Chapel.  Please keep the Thomas family in your prayers.

Odessa Hunt Dukes

Odessa Hunt Dukes

Aug 21, 2025

Odessa Hunt Dukes transitioned from this life Thursday, August 21, 2025 in her residence. 

On Friday, August 29, 2025 viewing will take place from 3-5pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00pm on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at the Chapel. Please keep the Dukes-Hunt family in your thoughts and prayers.

Frances R. Hardy

Frances R. Hardy

Aug 17, 2025

Frances Lorraine Hardy, age 77, of Rushmere, VA departed this life at home peacefully, August 17, 2025.

Born in Isle of Wight to the late Luke Robertson Sr. and Lucy Johnson, Frances was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, relative, and friend. She dedicated her life to her family and career and was a retiree of Newport News Shipbuilding.

Frances lived a...

Michael O. Robinson

Michael O. Robinson

Aug 15, 2025

Michael O. Robinson “Mr. Mike” entered eternal rest in the early morning of Friday, August 15, 2025, in Newport News, Virginia.

Born on June 29, 1963, to the late James Jones and the late Lille M. Robinson, Michael was raised in Isle of Wight County, where he attended local schools. He later graduated from the Potomac Job Corps Center in Washington,...

Stephanie Langhorne Swan

Stephanie Langhorne Swan

Aug 15, 2025

Stephanie Langhorne Swan

(March 19, 1967-August 15, 2025)

Fear not for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10)

Stephanie Langhorne Swan transitioned from this life on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Sentara Norfolk General.

Mrs. Stephanie Langhorne Swan was born...

Larry "BoJack" Holloway

Larry "BoJack" Holloway

Aug 9, 2025

Larry "BoJack" Holloway transitioned from this life on Saturday, August 09, 2025 in Sentara CarePlex Hospital.

Larry Junior Holloway, affectionately known as BoJack, was born on January 19, 1959, in Smithfield, Virginia. He departed this life leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Decatur Holloway, his brother Clarence...

Mary E. Liggins Smith

Mary E. Liggins Smith

Aug 8, 2025

Mary Smith of Dendron, Virginia, left us peacefully on August 8, surrounded by family and friends. A beloved member of the Liggins family, Mary, “Sister,” or “Legs”, born on May 3,1930, in Isle of Wight, Virginia, grew up as the oldest daughter of Maryland and Elizabeth Liggins. She was the fourth child of a large family that comprised seven brothers...

William “Wilbert” Johnson, Sr.

William “Wilbert” Johnson, Sr.

Aug 3, 2025

William “Wilbert” Johnson, Sr., Transitioned from this life on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at his residence. 

On Friday, August 8, 2025, Viewing will take place from 5-7 pm with a Wake Service from 5:30-7pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. A celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday at 11 am at Chapel Grove UCC, 7366 West Blackwater Rd, Windsor, VA 23487....

Joseph A. Faltz Jr.

Joseph A. Faltz Jr.

Jul 31, 2025

Joseph A. Faltz Jr., 72, passed away on July 31, 2025, peacefully in Richmond, Virginia. Joseph was born on June 1, 1953, to Betsy and Joseph Faltz Sr. He was the second of 13 children. Joseph, also known as Bae, Pop, Mane, and Joe was known for his wittiness, craftsmanship, having a soft spot for kids, a strong work ethic,...

Charlotte Y. Wilkerson

Charlotte Y. Wilkerson

Jul 31, 2025

Charlotte Yvette Wilkerson peacefully transitioned from this life to eternal rest at the age of 60 on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

Charlotte was born on Thursday, August 6, 1964, in Suffolk, Virginia, to Wesley J. Wilkerson and Dorothy A. Wilkerson. She received her education through the Special Education Department of Isle of Wight County Public Schools. Charlotte was a resident of...

William C. Thomas, Jr.

William C. Thomas, Jr.

Jul 31, 2025

William C. Thomas Jr., affectionately known as “Junnie,” departed this life on July 31, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on February 28, 1955, he was the beloved son of the late William “Will Jack” C. Thomas Sr. and Pearlie Mae Ellsworth Thomas.

Junnie was a gentle, kind-hearted soul who brought light and joy to everyone around him. He embraced...

Melvin L. Butler

Melvin L. Butler

Jul 17, 2025

The Life of Mr. Melvin L. Butler

Melvin L. Butler was born on July 1, 1948, in Surry County, Virginia, to the late Ollie M. Butler and Willie Butler, Sr. He was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Riverside Specialty Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.

Melvin received his education in the Isle of Wight...

Cathy F. Hildreth

Cathy F. Hildreth

Jul 12, 2025

Cathy Laverne Ford Hildreth, 66, entered her eternal home with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at her residence. Cathy was born September 10, 1958, at Fort Monroe, Virginia to her parents Henry and Margaret Denson Ford. Cathy was a 1976 graduate and Homecoming Queen of Smithfield High School. Before returning to Virginia, Cathy did extensive traveling with...

Consyvilla Parker Payne

Consyvilla Parker Payne

Jul 12, 2025

                                                                     Remembering Consyvilla

In the early, quiet hours of July' 12, 2025, God's Angels quietly gathered at the home of Consyvilla and escorted her to his eternal resting...

Junius Adrian Tynes

Junius Adrian Tynes

Jul 10, 2025

“When I Have Gone The Last Mile Of The Way”

If someone asked for me, tell them heaven is where I will be. I have finished all my life’s chores and made my last delivery to the gates of heaven. Now I will forever be driving or resting on Heaven’s golden roads.

Junius Adrian Tynes peacefully departed this life on July 10,...

Bay Boy Winnegan

Bay Boy Winnegan

Jul 7, 2025

The Life of BayBoy Winnegan

Life is but a stopping place, a pause in what’s to be, a resting place along the road, to sweet eternity.

Bayboy Winnegan, age 87, passed away from this life suddenly on July 7, 2025, at Norfolk General Hospital. He was born October 12,1937, in Isle of Wight to the late Gloston Winnegan, Sr. and Jennie V. Parker-Winnegan....

Margaret Hall Wingo

Margaret Hall Wingo

Jul 3, 2025

Margaret Ann Hall Wingo entered eternal rest on July 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A native of Isle of Wight County, she was born to the late Deacon James A. and Deaconess Annie B. Hall, August 18, 1945. She attended Westside High School in Smithfield, Virginia where she received her early education and graduated in 1964. She furthered...

Nathaniel L. Cotten

Nathaniel L. Cotten

Jun 30, 2025

Nathaniel Lee Cotton passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30 2025 at the age of 84.

Nathaniel was born on November 20, 1940 in Southampton County to the late Wylie Cotton and Mary M. Barrow

Nathaniel attended Westside School in Smithfield, VA. He worked at Gwaltney Packing Company and on the farm.

He leaves to cherish his memory one sister, Virginia Williams, of...

Margaret Haynes Saunders

Margaret Haynes Saunders

Jun 24, 2025

Margaret Elizabeth Haynes Saunders, 71, entered into eternal rest on June 24, 2025 in Sentara Obici Hospital. She was surrounded and supported by her loving family and friends during the last days of her life. 

Margaret was born on September 14, 1953 to the late Ora S. Haynes and Theodore R. Haynes Jr. She was a graduate of Southampton High School...