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Donna Johnson

Donna Johnson

Jun 14, 2022

Donna Kay Payne Johnson of 415 Patterson Road, Rustburg, VA departed this life on June 14, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born June 01, 1951, to the late William McKinley Payne, Sr., and the late Clara Bell Payne. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother,...

Delma Garay

Delma Garay

Jun 10, 2022

Delma Garay, age 95, of Gwynn Oak, Maryland, transitioned Friday, June 10, 2022, at Chapel Hill Nursing Home. She was born July 17, 1926, in New York City, New York to the late Mercedes Plugues and the late Rufino Garay.

Delma always taught her family about life skills which included patience, honesty, and...

Dwight Gilmore

Dwight Gilmore

May 22, 2022

On Sunday, May 22, 2022 Dwight O'Neil Gilmore Sr. slipped into eternal rest in Lynchburg, VA at the age of 34. Dwight was born on May 6, 1988 to Patrice Gilmore. He is preceded in death by one brother, Ricky Johnson Jr.; grandfather, Carl Johnson; stepfather, Ricky Johnson Sr.; and great aunt, Connie Sydnor.

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Acie Pannell, Jr.

Acie Pannell, Jr.

May 19, 2022

Acie Pannell, Jr. departed this life on May 19, 2022, in West Virginia. Mr. Pannell was born on September 04, 1935, to the late Acie Pannell, Sr. and Beatrice Ross Pannell.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Alice Pannell.

He leaves to cherish...

Sarah J. Davis

Sarah J. Davis

May 9, 2022

Sarah J. Davis was born on March 22, 1950, to the late Ward "Ike" Jackson and the late Sarah Spinner. Also preceding her in death are sisters, Annie Spinner and Evangelist Rosa Jackson.

Sarah was a phenomenal mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She has touched many hearts with her great personality and...

Sherwood V. Braxton

Sherwood V. Braxton

May 8, 2022

Sherwood V. Braxton went to be with Lord on Sunday, May 08, 2022. He was born on June 14, 1958, in Bedford, Virginia to the late Duval and Bessie Braxton.

Sherwood is survived by his Wife of 41 years, Rosetta Braxton; his Daughter, Shanta Hudson (Brian) of Lynchburg, VA ; 2 step-daughters, Cheryl...

Annie B. Swan

Annie B. Swan

May 5, 2022

Annie B. Swan, 81, of Lynchburg, VA peacefully departed this life on Thursday May 05, 2022. She was born March 13, 1941, to the late John H. and Roena F. Brown.

She attended Campbell County School before working for Campbell County Public School System in Environmental Services.

Anne was...

Cecil Warren Lewis

Cecil Warren Lewis

Apr 30, 2022

Cecil W. Lewis, 64, of Madison Heights, passed unexpectedly on April 30, 2022, at home surrounded by family. Born in Lynchburg, January 14, 1958, he was the son of Reverend Charles W. Lewis, Sr. and Geneva (Colmore) Lewis of Madison Heights, VA.

Cecil graduated from Amherst County High School, Class of 1976. Following...

Francine Doubt

Francine Doubt

Apr 30, 2022

Ms. Francine Augusta Doubt departed this life on Saturday, April 30, 2022, in Lynchburg General Hospital surrounded by family. She was born October 9,1968 to the late Gracie Miller Doubt and Wilbert Ashby Doubt. She was proceeded in death also by her beloved step-father, Isiah Paul Spriggs; older sister, Tuawanna Boyd; and late ex-husband and friend, Anthony...

Gwendolyn "Sister" Scott

Gwendolyn "Sister" Scott

Apr 29, 2022

Gwendolyn Evette Miller, affectionately known to many as Sister, was born July 14, 1967, to the late Lillie Mae Miller and Norvel Wayne Smith. She departed this life on April 29, 2022.

Sister attended Lynchburg City Schools and she was baptized at an early age. She was a member of Prayer of Faith...

Olethia Roberson

Olethia Roberson

Apr 16, 2022

Olethia Jenkins Roberson passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lizzie Jenkins.

Olethia was born in Westminster, South Carolina on October 24, 1921. She lived a short time in Rustburg, VA after which she made a life in Richmond, Indiana for over 17 years....

Reverend Tony E. Green

Reverend Tony E. Green

Apr 5, 2022

Tony Edward Green, 54, passed away on Tuesday, April 05, 2022, at his residence. Born December 24, 1967, in Richmond, Virginia to the late Mary Edmonia Green who preceded him in death.

Reverend Green was first baptized at an early age, at his request he was baptized again as an adult both times...

Harry Nathaniel Thompson

Harry Nathaniel Thompson

Mar 29, 2022

Harry Nathaniel Thompson was born on February 10, 1924, in Evington, Virginia to the late Reverend A.J. and Mary W. Thompson. He departed this life on March 29, 2022 in Lynchburg General Hospital.

He joined Mount Evergreen Baptist Church as a child and was a lifelong member.

Harry attended...

Thelma Wheeler

Thelma Wheeler

Mar 28, 2022

Thelma began writing her life's story on July 3, 1933. When the world could no longer afford her a home, Thelma Lewis Wheeler peacefully joined the legion of angels making her final entry in the Book of life on March 28, 2022. Thelma was born to the late William "Jimbo" Lewis and Mary Magdalene "Maggie" Martin Lewis....

Lucy W. Young

Lucy W. Young

Mar 27, 2022

Lucy W. Young, 85, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 27, 2022 surrounded by loved ones. She survived a short period of illness after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. She was an active member of First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount until her illnesses prevented attendance. Ms. Young confidently assured her...

Norma M. Ferguson

Norma M. Ferguson

Mar 21, 2022

God, in His infinite wisdom, called Norma McCoy Ferguson to her eternal rest on Monday, March 21, 2022, at Beaufort Memorial Hospital in Beaufort, South Carolina.

Norma was born on January 24, 1937, in Amherst County, Virginia to the late Cornelious Banks McCoy and Gertrude Beverly McCoy. After graduating high school, she married...

Michael Wayne Jones

Michael Wayne Jones

Mar 16, 2022

Michael Jones was called home by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 16, 2022.

Born, November of 1954, to the late Cleveland D. Sr. and Aileen Jones of Monroe, Virginia. Mike was the 7 th of 11 children.

He is survived by his devoted daughter, Erica, son,...

Gina N. Stratton Brown

Gina N. Stratton Brown

Mar 11, 2022

Gina Novella Stratton Brown, born June 23, 1960, in Philadelphia, PA. Her earthly journey ended on March 11, 2022, suddenly at Inspira Medical Center in Vineland, NJ. Gina was the baby of 9 children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norvell Lester and Margaret Stratton.

Gina met and married Melvin Brown,...

Della Boone

Della Boone

Mar 11, 2022

Della Boone, 62, from McBrandon Dr. Madison Heights, VA 24572 entered into eternal rest at her home on Friday, March 11, 2022.

Della was born on May 9, 1959, to the late Lucy and Linwood Evans of Madison Heights, VA. She was a member of the Lovingston Baptist Church.

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Anna Bell Allen

Anna Bell Allen

Mar 6, 2022

Your wings were ready, but our hearts were not! Anna Bell Allen, transitioned into the Eve of Eternity; Sunday March 6, 2022 at 10:19, the noon of an Even Brighter day.

Anna Bell Allen was born, March 29, 1947, in Roseland Virginia. She was a daughter of the late Miles Wheeler and Mary...

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