Recent Obituaries
James Edward Roberts, Sr.
Aug 24, 2025
James Edward Roberts, Sr.
James Edward Roberts, (Jimmy) was born February 21, 1924 to Carrie and Reese Roberts in Knoxville , Tennessee and transitioned from this life, Sunday August 24, 2024, at his home in Teaneck, New Jersey.
He was the youngest of two brothers and one sister.
He was drafted into the navy during World War II and served for two years....
Lucy Wilson Butler
Aug 23, 2025
Lucy Carolyn Wilson Butler passed peacefully from labor to reward on August 23, 2025, at her residence. She was 93 years old. She was born on February 23, 1932, to Nannie Holloway Wilson and Samuel Wilson.
Lucy is predeceased by her loving and devoted husband, Willie Joseph Butler, Jr. to whom she was married for 69 years. Her beloved children, Alice...
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
Aug 21, 2025
"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; And lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy path. " — Proverbs 3:5-6
On August 21, 2025, surrounded with the love of her family, Odessa J. Dukes, peacefully transitioned this earthly life for her heavenly home.
On January 22, 1937, as the fifth of...
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
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
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...
Daniel L. Marshall, III
Aug 14, 2025
In Memory
Daniel Lynwood Marshall, III, was born September 11, 1970, in Brooklyn New York, a loving and devoted son to his parents Michael and Evelyn Young. Daniel transitioned at the age of 54 on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, Queens, New York. Daniel’s parents both retired and moved to Smithfield Virginia, but Daniel maintained his residence...
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
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.
Aug 3, 2025
William “Wilbert” Johnson, Sr., transitioned from this life on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at his residence.
William “Wilbert” Johnson, Sr. was born on August 28, 1933, in Zuni, Virginia, to Frank and Josephine Johnson.
With humble reverence and deep gratitude, we honor the life and legacy of William Wilbert Johnson Sr., born on August 28, 1933, in Zuni, Virginia, to Frank and...
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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