Obituaries

Obituaries

James Robert Nowlin

James Robert Nowlin

Jul 24, 2020

James Robert Nowlin, Sr., 82, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away peacefully on July 26, 2020. He was the loving husband of Carentha Ferguson Nowlin.

Born on March 27, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late James Proctor and Theresa Nowlin. His Stepfather, Hurley Nowlin, Sr., and his sister, Marion Nowlin, also preceded...

Jessie D. Cousins

Jessie D. Cousins

Jul 23, 2020

On July 23, 2020 God sent His angels to escort Bro. Jessie D. Cousins to his heavenly home.  Jessie was born on October 13, 1932 to Josh and Cora Cousins.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Edna Cousins, daughter, Thelma Johnson; grandson, Pastor Anthony Johnson (India); two great-grandchildren, Anthony, Jr. and Paisley; one sister; one brother,...

Cynthia Rosetta Harris

Cynthia Rosetta Harris

Jul 9, 2020

Cynthia Rosetta Harris was born on February 11, 1965 in Lynchburg, VA.  She was the daughter of the late Lois Jean Harris.

She was a long-time employee of Westminster Canterbury, where she was supervisor of Salads.

Those left to cherish Cynthia memories are her children, Nohen Harris and Martika Harris; two grandchildren, Kadasia Lambert and...

Lenwood W. "Buster" Bradley

Lenwood W. "Buster" Bradley

Jul 7, 2020

On Tuesday July 7, 2020, Lenwood W. Bradley "Buster", 77 of Rustburg, VA passed away in peace and received his angel wings in the comfort of his residence.  Cherished and loving memories remain forever with his devoted wife of 48 years, Dale Bradley;  one son, Charles Bradley (Nicki); three daughters, Denise Bolling (Benson), Brenda Bradley, Linda Bradley (Larry) and...

Arlene Greer Harris

Arlene Greer Harris

Jul 6, 2020

Arlene Greer Harris entered eternal rest peacefully on July 6, 2020 at the beautiful age of fifty-five.  Arlene Greer Harris was born on June 14, 1965 to the late Eugene and Frances Walker.

She was preceded in death by her devoted father Eugene Alexander Walker and loving niece, Dominique Frances Crawford.

Arlene accepted the Lord...

Lena Williams

Lena Williams

Jul 4, 2020

Lena Williams, a retired teacher and longtime resident of Lynchburg, VA.  transitioned peacefully Saturday, July 4 th , 2020.

Lena was born December 31, 1924 in Marion County, South Carolina to the late Rev. Embert and Katie Davis Page. She was educated in public schools and attended Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina where she received her...

Ami Virginia Scott Watson

Ami Virginia Scott Watson

Jul 1, 2020

Ami Virginia Scott Watson of Lynchburg, VA., passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 1, 2020 after a short illness.

Born in Bedford County, VA. on July 18, 1942 to the late Rosella Scott Sr., and Lucille Davis Scott, she was the wife of the late Thomas A. Watson. As a lifelong, devoted child of Christ,...

Deacon Joseph Edward Davis, Jr.

Deacon Joseph Edward Davis, Jr.

Jun 29, 2020

Joseph Edward Davis Jr.'s amazing life began on September 1, 1929, born to the late Joseph E. Davis Sr. and Ruth Glover in Lynchburg, Virginia. Joseph rejoined Rivermont Baptist Church and was deemed Deacon Emeritus, celebrating his life-long faithfulness to God. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Davis; and previous wives, Charlotte Webb, and Reitha Woodall;...

Deacon Kenneth Preston Jones

Deacon Kenneth Preston Jones

Jun 28, 2020

Kenneth Preston Jones of 380 Crosstie Lane, Rustburg, VA departed this life on June 28, 2020 at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born August 7, 1959 to the late Lovelena Jones and Charlie Hancock.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Arthur and Elizabeth Jones, paternal grandparents, Mariah...

Dr. Annie B. Hankins

Dr. Annie B. Hankins

Jun 28, 2020

Dr. Annie B. Hankins, of 1011 Brentwood Ave. Lynchburg Va. departed this life on June 28, 2020 at her son's home in Chesterfield Va.

Dr. Hankins was preceded in death by her father Nolan Brown Sr., mother, Macy Pearl Scott Brown, brothers, Nolan Brown Jr., and Joseph Lee Brown Sr. At a early age she accepted Christ...

Katina Brown

Katina Brown

Jun 28, 2020

On Sunday June 28, 2020, God sent his angels to bring home one his ribbons in the sky, Mrs. Katina Brown Aka Pumpkin, aka Young. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday July 3, 2020 at Davis-Turner Funeral Service. Condolences may be sent to www.Davis-Turner.com . Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service.

Jerel Quentin O'Neil Harris

Jerel Quentin O'Neil Harris

Jun 23, 2020

Jerel Quentin O'Neil "Lil Driveshaft" Harris, 31, of Madison Heights departed this life Tuesday June 23, 2020, in Beaver Springs, Pennsylvania. Jerel was born on September 19, 1988 to the late Walter Miles and Carolyn Harris. In addition to his father he was also preceded in death by his paternal grandmother Rev. Betty Miles, maternal grandfather Johnny Page, aunt...

William Edward Brown, Jr.

William Edward Brown, Jr.

Jun 13, 2020

William Edward Brown, Jr. "B-Dub" 43, of Altavista passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at UVA Medical Center.  He was born on December 31, 1976 to Patricia Payne Brown and the late William Edward Brown, Sr.

Those left to cherish his memories including his mother, Patricia Brown are his daughter, Alysha Brown; stepdaughter, Lauryn Tweedy; devoted friend,...

Deacones Dora W. Clark Cunningham

Deacones Dora W. Clark Cunningham

Jun 12, 2020

Deaconess Dora W. Clark Cunningham, 88 of Altavista, VA gained her heavenly wings on Friday morning, June 12, 2020.  Born on July 1, 1931 to the late James Sterling Clark and Gladys Melvin Clark.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Deacon Ernest Cunningham, her daughter Lydia Cunningham Farmer, one sister Rosa M....

Betty Jean Moore

Betty Jean Moore

Jun 7, 2020

Betty Jean Moore, 62, of Lynchburg passed away Sunday, June 7, 2020 at her residence.  She was born on August 17, 1957 to the late Thomas Lee Russell Moore and Alice Taylor Moore.  She was also preceded in death by her brother, Larry Taylor.

Those left to cherish her memories are her two daughters, Patricia Jean Moore...

Clay Demetrius Tyler, Sr.

Clay Demetrius Tyler, Sr.

Jun 1, 2020

Clay Demetrius Tyler, Sr. (affectionately known to some as "World") was born in Anne Arundel County, MD on April 17, 1973 to Wanda Valencia Mackall-Washington and Charles Darnell Tyler.  He was joined in holy matrimony to Melissa Hoppe on July 19, 2019.

Clay leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Wanda Mackall-Washington; step-father, Juarez Washington; Father, Charles...

Toby A. Robinson

Toby A. Robinson

May 31, 2020

Toby A. Robinson passed away this life on May 31, 2020 at UVA Medical Center.  He was born on October 31, 1956 to the late Gracie Robinson and late Harry Poindexter, Jr. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.

He was a member of Wingfield Baptist Church.

He is survived by...

Christine E. Jordan

Christine E. Jordan

May 20, 2020

Christine E.  Jordan, 79, of Madison Heights, Virginia, entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 20, 2020 at her residence. She was born November 15, 1940 to the late Rufus R. and Goldie (Mosby) Rucker in Amherst County, Virginia.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Jordan Sr. of 53...

Deaconess Serena Virginia "Rae" Megginson

Deaconess Serena Virginia "Rae" Megginson

May 17, 2020

Deaconess Serena Virginia "Rae" Megginson , age 93, of Appomattox County, Virginia, entered eternal rest on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at The Elms of Lynchburg Assisted Living Care facility.

She was born March 9, 1927 to the late Joe Agee Ferguson and Ruby (McCoy) in Appomattox County, Virginia.

Virginia was a loving, caring...

Patricia Diane Ferguson

Patricia Diane Ferguson

May 12, 2020

Patricia Diane Ferguson, 57, of Lynchburg passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her residence.  She was born to Joyce Pennix and the late William Robertson on November 4, 1962.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Davis-Turner Funeral Service with Rev. Eddie Pennix and Rev. Ralph Morris, officiating.  Condolences may be...

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