Obituaries

Dec 1, 2025

Rechell Lynn Rose, 54, peacefully entered eternal rest on December 1, 2025, at the University of Virginia Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Rechell accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at St. Peter's Baptist Church in Amherst, Va. She attended Amherst County High School and had a deep, unconditional love for her children and...

Nov 23, 2025

James (J.E.) Edward Brown, Sr. was born on July 20, 1942, in Buckingham County, Virginia, to the late William and Louise Brown. James otherwise known to many as "Pops" departed this world in the comfort of his home on November 23, 2025.

Growing up he attended Buckingham County Schools and Fork Union Baptist Church until adulthood, moving...

Nov 21, 2025

Barbara Mae Jones, 75, went to her eternal rest on November 21, 2025, in Lynchburg, VA at Seven Hills Rehabilitation and Nursing. She was born on January 25, 1950, to the late Lucille Bennett Jones and James Jones, Sr.

Barbara was preceded in death by her siblings James Jones, Jr., Laverne Jones, Kenneth Jones, Lillie Glover, and...

Nov 12, 2025

Calvin Julius Hubbard, age 68, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025. Julius was born on May 31, 1957, in Long Island, Virginia to the late James and Bessie Hubbard. He graduated from William Campbell High School, Naruna Virginia.

Julius was the beloved son of a proud and loving family. He was a devoted...

Nov 11, 2025

Jerome "Coach Shifty" Johnson, 59, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025. Born on September 20, 1966, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Jerome lived a life filled with purpose, generosity, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his community.

Many knew him as a mentor, leader, and father-figure who spent more than three decades shaping young athletes in...

Nov 4, 2025

Thomas Stanley Harris departed this life on November 11, 2025. Born on September 7, 1947, he was the devoted son of the late John and Evelyn Harris. He was preceded in death by his brother, Preston Massie.

Thomas was the loving brother of Aldora Harris, Vincent A. Harris (Zaida), Beverley Harris, George Massie, and Lillian Dayne (Courtney);...

Oct 17, 2025

Kimberly passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at just 29 years old. Though her time with us was far too short, she lived an extraordinary life filled with love, kindness, and compassion. She touched so many hearts—from family to friends—and was known for her caring spirit, respectful nature, and the way she always put others first.

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Oct 16, 2025

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital, God sent his angels to gently escort Douglas Smith, affectionately known as "Mack/Smitty" to his eternal rest.

He was born on December 15, 1942, to Kenneth and Signora Smith, in addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Waylan and Libby Smith, Harrison and...

Oct 14, 2025

Evanda Gale Jefferson departed this life on October 14, 2025.

A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, Philadelphia, PA 19139. A graveside service will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Forest Level Baptist Church, 2412 Thomas Jefferson Road, Forest,...

Oct 7, 2025

Peacefully, in the early morning of Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Mrs. Bertha Gwendlyn Carter, affectionately known as "Bud", transitioned to her Heavenly home at the age of 101.

She was born in Bedford County on February 24, 1924, to the late Talitha Cumi Davis Woodruff and Roy Lee Woodruff of Lynchburg, Virginia.

In her early...

Oct 3, 2025

May His peace be with you 'til we meet again.

'Til we reach that distant shore,

And we'll shed a tear no more.

May He give you strength to endure.

'Til we meet again.

Robert "Bobby" Lee Davis, Jr.,...

Oct 1, 2025

Missionary Sandra Jane Colmore Braxton celebrated her life journey and transitioned to her eternal reward on October 1, 2025. Born on June 18, 1947, she was one of the cherished daughters of the late Roma L. Colmore, Sr. and Deaconess Hannah Williams Colmore. She had a special bond with her twin sister, Muriel Colmore Liggon, and was the fifth...

Sep 29, 2025

Eddie Lee Muse departed this life on September 29, 2025.

A graveside will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Franklin Memorial Park, 21440 Virgil H. Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.

Sep 25, 2025

Patricia "Pat" McDaniel, 84, of Lynchburg, VA, stepped into the arms of Jesus Christ her Lord and Savior on September 25, 2025, at 10:58 A.M. in her home. Patricia was born on December 18, 1940, in Lynchburg, VA, the daughter of the late Lucille M. Wood.

Pat worked at Camelot Nursing home and retired from Guggenheimer Health...

Sep 24, 2025

Michael David Jones departed this life on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born in Campbell County on June 10, 1959. He was the son of the late Irving and Edna Jones.

He was preceded in death by his three sisters, Marie Prunty (Joe), Ora Miller (Lloyd), and Edith Scott. He was also...

Sep 19, 2025

Joyce Ann Pennix Robertson peacefully departed her life on September 19, 2025, at her home in Gladstone, VA. She was born on October 13, 1937, to the late Claude and Sallie Pennix. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, William Robertson, of 69 years and her children, Loretta Robertson, Richard Robertson, Leonard Robertson,...

Sep 17, 2025

On September 17, 2025, God called home one of his precious angels. Janice Althea Jefferson Reid was born on October 22, 1962, to the late Elmo Jefferson and Barbara Jefferson. She was an amazing woman who loved her family, friends, and animals. She was full of life and a person who had a heart of gold. Janice was a...

Sep 12, 2025

Helen Pettigrew Govan departed this life on September 12, 2025. She was born on December 10, 1923, to Jasper Pettigrew and Martha Dixon Pettigrew.

Helen attended Campbell County schools and graduated from Dunbar High School in Lynchburg, VA. She joined Mt. Peeler Baptist Church at an early age and faithfully attended until 2023. She was faithful in...

Sep 1, 2025

Elnora I. Horsley, 74, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, at Tate Springs Health and Rehabilitation.

Elnora was born June 2, 1951, to the late Edward S. Horsley and Henrietta I. Horsley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James E. Horsley; two sisters, Ruby M. Russell and Elvalena...

Aug 31, 2025

Mrs. Katherine Davis departed this earthly home on early Sunday morning, August 31, 2025, at Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lynchburg, VA. God saw that she was weary and sent his heavenly angels to bring her home to glory. Mrs. Davis was a loving, caring, and Christian mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She loved the Lord and...