Obituaries

Obituaries

Roy T. Anderson

Roy T. Anderson

Nov 1, 2020

Mr. Roy T. Anderson departed this life Sunday morning, November 1, 2020, at 63 Federal ST. after a brief illness. He was 65 years old and was born in Bedford County, December 14, 1954 to the late Mr. Warren M. Anderson and the late Elizabeth Younger Anderson. He was also preceded in death by seven brothers and one sister....

Delwin Lewis Nowlin

Delwin Lewis Nowlin

Oct 29, 2020

Delwin Lewis Nowlin, age 49, departed this life on Thursday October 29 at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born on November 28, 1970 in Lynchburg, Virginia, the son of Calvin Nowlin (Elizabeth) and Dorothy Younger.

Delwin worked alongside his father, whom he had an earnest relationship with, learning the trade of masonry. Throughout his lifespan he was...

Vicki Lea Otey

Vicki Lea Otey

Oct 23, 2020

Vicki Lea Otey departed this life on Friday, October 23, 2020 at her residence in Big Island, VA. She was born on December 16, 1966, to the late Rev. Dr. Lorenza S. Otey and Elizabeth Wright Otey of Big Island, VA.

Vicki accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church...

Lamont Price

Lamont Price

Oct 21, 2020

Lamont Price, 66, of Lynchburg passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at The Summit.  He was born on May 25, 1957 to the late James Price and Claudine Bolland Price.

Those left to cherish his memories are his devoted children, Briany Price Reid (Steven) and Kevin Price and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Geraldine Avis Hamlett

Geraldine Avis Hamlett

Oct 18, 2020

God saw fit to call one of his angels home Sunday night, October 18,2020 at 11:00 PM at Lynchburg General Hospital, Ms. Geraldine Avis Hamlett. She was the daughter of the late Edward Hamlett, Sr. and Jane Avis Cox Hamlet. She was preceded in death by one brother, Edward Hamlett Jr. and one aunt, Mrs. Mary Tweedy and two...

Shontese Alexander

Shontese Alexander

Oct 11, 2020

Shontese Alexander was born on October 31, 1977 in Lynchburg, VA. She departed this life on October 11, 2020 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her father, George William Hillman, Sr; brother, Jamarius Hillman; sister, Tonya Hillman; and grandmothers, Lucille Craft and Luella Stone.

She loved the Lord and joined Cook and Harris Holiness...

Shirley Pannell

Shirley Pannell

Oct 5, 2020

Shirley L. Johnson Pannell was born November 28, 1937 in Concord, Virginia to the late Lucille and Luther "Buster" Johnson. Shirley entered into eternal rest on October 5, 2020 at VCU Medical Center in Richmond, VA with her son Thomas "Tim" R. Mack Jr. and daughter-in-law Teresa by her side. Shirley was married to the late Thomas R. Mack...

Raymond Kyles

Raymond Kyles

Oct 4, 2020

SSGT Raymond Kyles was born on August 22, 1948. He departed this life on October 4, 2020 in High Point, North Carolina.

A graveside service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, October 10, 2020 at First Baptist Church-Coolwell cemetery with Rev. Ernest Scott, officiating.  A visitation will be held on Friday, at 6:00 PM-7:00 PM at Davis-Turner...

Louise Mcdaniel

Louise Mcdaniel

Sep 19, 2020

Our dearly beloved Louise crossed over to be with her Savior on Saturday afternoon, September 19, 2020, at 3:12 p.m. surrounded by her loving family. The song "Thank for you all the days of my life" was playing and her transition was so peaceful. Louise was born on February 6, 1928 to the late Will Carroll and Eleanor Younger...

Tearl Martin

Tearl Martin

Sep 8, 2020

On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 12:05 A.M., while surrounded by her family, God came in and gave mother her wings. Mother peacefully slipped off into eternal life. God whispered into mother's ears and told her to come home and rest, your suffering is too much for you to bear my child. Come with me and drink from the...

Almeta Crumblin

Almeta Crumblin

Sep 8, 2020

Almeta Crumblin of Madison Heights passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Elms of Lynchburg.  She was born on April 29, 1934 to the late Robert Crumblin and Bessie Adams Crumblin.

She is survived by her sister, Mary Canody (James) and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held...

Theolla Stephens Parrish

Theolla Stephens Parrish

Sep 7, 2020

Theolla Stephens Parrish of Madison Heights, VA peacefully slipped away September 7, 2020 at her residence.  Born November 22, 1943 to the late James E. Stephens and Hazwil Stephens Thomas.  She was preceded in death by her daughter, April Renee Stephens; two brothers, James W. "Bud" and Kyle M. Stephens.

"Shar" as she was affectionately called by...

James "Hamp" Hamlet

James "Hamp" Hamlet

Sep 6, 2020

James "Hamp" Hamlet, Jr. 86, of Lynchburg, VA departed this life on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Lynchburg General Hospital.  He was born March 18, 1934 to the late James Hamlet, Sr. and Lora Bell Smith Hamlet.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Jerlene Calloway Hamlet; two sisters, Janet Richardson and Ruth Bowling; three...

Otis Roland Oliver, Jr.

Otis Roland Oliver, Jr.

Sep 4, 2020

Otis Roland Oliver Jr. was born on February 5, 1957, in Washington, DC.  He was joined in holy matrimony to Melinda (Liggon) Oliver on June 11, 1991.  He had a successful career with The National Rifle Association (NRA); and was a graduate of American University.  He was a faithful Jehovah's witness of the Amherst County Congregation.  He was an...

Edwina Mae Beverley

Edwina Mae Beverley

Aug 22, 2020

Edwina Mae Beverley, of Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020, at Heritage Green Nursing Home.

A graveside service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Fort Hill Memorial Park with Dr. Carl B. Hutcherson officiating.  Family and Friends of Edwina Brown Beverley are invited to visit Davis-Turner Funeral Service at their convenience...

Deacon Eddie C. Ellis, Sr.

Deacon Eddie C. Ellis, Sr.

Aug 20, 2020

Deacon Eddie Carrington Ellis, Sr., 92 of Amherst, VA gained his wings on Thursday, August 20, 2020 to be reunited with the Lord and his late wife of 49 years Joe Ann.  Born on October 23, 1927 to the late Lucille Ellis Cosby.

He was preceded in death by his late Stepfather Jeff Cosby and mother Lucille...

Emmett Cunningham

Emmett Cunningham

Aug 16, 2020

Emmett P. Cunningham of Altavista, VA passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020.  He is survived by his son, Emmett; daughter-in-law, Rea; granddaughter, Yuri; other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be on Monday, August 24, 2020 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 2948 Marysville Rd, Altavista, VA 24517 at 11 a.m.  Family and friends may view on...

Dianne Cole

Dianne Cole

Aug 14, 2020

Dianne Cole

January 30th 1943 - August 14th 2020

On August 14th 2020 Dianne B. Cole "Lady Di" gained her wings after battling an illness at Lynchburg General Hosiptal. She was born on January 30th 1943 in Washington D.C to the late Harry and Katherine Walls.

In addition to her parents, Dianne is...

Frank Eugene Anderson

Frank Eugene Anderson

Aug 5, 2020

Proverbs 16:1 says, "The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord." Verse 3 adds "Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established." With Verse 9 continuing…"The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps."

Our father understood that in...

Roosevelt Theodore Sparrow

Roosevelt Theodore Sparrow

Aug 4, 2020

Roosevelt Theodore Sparrow, Jr. of Fairmont Nursing Facility, Amherst passed away this life on August 4, 2020.

He was born March 9, 1936 to the late Roosevelt Theodore Sparrow, Sr. and Myrtle Banks Sparrow, of Amherst, Virginia.

Roosevelt joined St. Peter's Baptist Church in Clifford, Virginia at an early age and remained a faithful member...

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