Obituaries

Apr 23, 2020

Michael J. Booker, "Blip", 61, of 724 Johnson St. Lynchburg passed away Thursday, April 23, 2020 at Lynchburg General Hospital.  He was born to Evelyn Johnson Booker and the late Willis Booker on June 26, 1958.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Emma and Thomas Johnson and his paternal grandparents, Susie and Willie Booker; two sisters...

Apr 22, 2020

Jaquar Christopher Jordan "Jag", 30, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at his residence.   He was born to Chris Jordan and the late Yolanda Vaughan on October 12, 1989.

Those left to cherish his memories are his daughters, Safiya Jordan and Zella Jordan; his fiancée, Chalique Read; two sisters, Porsche Vaughan and Mercedes Vaughan; one bother, Montez...

Apr 19, 2020

William Douglas Franklin, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 19, 2020.  He was born on December 26, 1948 in Campbell County to the late George and Elizabell Franklin.  William was the husband of Rebecca Ann Franklin.

William confessed his life to Christ at an early age and joined Long Mountain Baptist Church and he later...

Apr 15, 2020

Jesse J. Calloway, Jr. "Weedy Boy", 64, passed away on April 15, 2020 at Lynchburg General Hospital.  Jesse was born on July 15, 1956 in Lynchburg, VA to the late Jesse and Fannie Calloway.  He graduated from E.C. Glass High School in 1974.  Jesse was marred to the late Sharon R. Calloway for 45 years.  Jesse was preceded in...

Apr 1, 2020

On Wednesday April 1, 2020 Phillip Antonio Sparrow "Spook Duke" departed this life in Elkton, VA.  He was born on January 29, 1980 to Theodore Roosevelt Sparrow and Hilda McCray.   In addition to his parents Phillip was also preceded in death by his brother, William Sparrow and sister, Faye Sparrow and one niece, Ryan Sandidge

Phillip joined...

Mar 30, 2020

Martin, Richard Hiram, departed this life on March 30, 2020 @ Guggenheimer Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lynchburg, VA.  Richard was born March 14, 1944 to Emma Martin Henson and Richard L. Grooms in Amherst, VA.  Raised by his maternal Grandparents, Deacon Willie Massie and Mary Martin.

Richard leaves to cherish his memory, wife Elouise Martin of...

Mar 27, 2020

James Thurman Anderson, 72 years young, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home, Brookneal, Virginia.  James was born August 14, 1947 to the late Mr. John Harvey Anderson and Carlean Bucker Anderson.  He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Marion Harvey, Wesley Anderson, Elgie Buckner and Theodore Anderson.

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Mar 27, 2020

In God's most infinite wisdom, Deborah affectionately known as "Debbie" Louise Ferguson of Lynchburg, Virginia was called to her eternal heavenly home on March 27, 2020.  She was born to a loving mother, the late Mrs. Elna Jean Ferguson Day on October 8, 1948. Transitioning before her was her granddaughter I'man Zykia Ferguson who she adored, one brother "Tuffy"...

Mar 23, 2020

March 23, 2020, our almighty God called to at rest in His presences, Robert Ernest Lee Brown.  Robert was born in Lynchburg, VA on November 11, 1938 to the late David and Annie Brown.  He was preceded in death by his son, Stanley Brown; stepson, Aubrey Hughes, Jr.; two brothers, Edward Brown and David Brown, Jr.

Those...

Mar 20, 2020

Curtis Wade, 88, of Rocky Mount, VA passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020. He was born on August 20, 1931 to the late Walter and Fannie Warren in Franklin County, VA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Vernelle Mack Wade and one son, Kenny Wade. To cherish his memories, he leaves two sons: Ronnie and Leo...

Mar 8, 2020

Evelyn Randolph Carter Martin, a gracious and dignified lady closed her eyes and entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 8, 2020.

Evelyn Martin was born on December 1, 1919 in Lynchburg, Virginia, the daughter of George W. and Eva Randolph Carter.  The youngest of seven siblings, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother...

Mar 7, 2020

Tylen Isaiah Robertson left the loving arms of his mother, grandmother and Daddy Bruce into the eternal arms of his heavenly father, Jesus, on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Tylen was born on March 31, 2004 to Catherine Robertson Wilder.

Tylen was diagnosed with Hunter's Syndrome (MPS2) at the age of two, with a life expectancy of less...

Mar 2, 2020

Lindbyrd H. Payne, 82, of Rustburg passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 at Lynchburg General Hospital.  He was born on October 18, 1937 to the late Harrison Payne and Frances Payne.

Those left to cherish his memories are, his devoted wife Juanita Payne; son, Tony (Germaine) Payne; two brothers, Forest Payne, Richmond, VA and Delaware (Margaret) Payne,...

Mar 2, 2020

Sarah Lynn Hassell, of Lynchburg passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2020 at her residence.

Those left to cherish her memories are her daughter, Kristen (Carey) Bradley, of Lynchburg; son, Mark Watts, of Richmond, VA; two grandchildren, Akalah Brimm and Jason Watts and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held...

Feb 26, 2020

Betty Jean Johnson On Wednesday, February 26, 2020, Betty Jean Johnson passed away at her home in Lynchburg, Va. Born on December 16, 1953, in Big Island, Virginia, Betty was the daughter of the late Walter and Odessa Johnson. She was also preceded in death by daughter, Paula "KeKe" Johnson; one brother, Clarence Johnson; and two sisters, Juanita Dabney...

Feb 24, 2020

Mary Lewis, 83, of Lynchburg passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at her residence.  She was born to the late George Vincent and Geneva Wilkins Vincent on February 28, 1936.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Howard Lewis, Sr.; son, Howard Lewis, Jr. and brother, Hurley Wilkins.

Those left to cherish her memories are...

Feb 22, 2020

Martha Louise Braxton Telleria, age 60 passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020. She was born January 1st, 1960.

Like the savior, Martha believed that children were close to the lord like was taught in Mark 10:14 that "of such is the kingdom of God." Martha lived her life with that principle and helped so many children...

Feb 20, 2020

Lonnie Gaines Morris, 81, of Lynchburg passed away February 20, 2020 at Lynchburg General Hospital.  He was born on December 03, 1938 to the late David Glover and Katherine Morris.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Monday February 24, 2020 at Davis-Turner Funeral Service with Rev. Edward Jones, Sr. officiating.  Condolences may be sent to...

Feb 20, 2020

Samuel Menefee of Bel Air, Md, formerly of Ferrum, VA received his heavenly wings on February 20, 2020.  He is survived by his companion of 31 years, Karen Cook; one daughter, Ladayne (Gene) Brown; granddaughter, Shay Brown; six brothers, Wane Menefee, Arthur Menefee, James Menefee, Tracy Menefee, of Ferrum, VA, Bruce (Georgia) Menefee, of Bassett, VA and Carl (...

Feb 19, 2020

Georgia Richardson Barksdale of Lynchburg passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Heritage Green Nursing Home.

Georgia was preceded in death by her husband, Honorable Edward M. Barksdale, Sr.; her daughter, Dr. Lynda Woodruff.

Those left to cherish her precious memories are her one son, Dr. Edward M. Barksdale, Jr., and his wife, Michelle Johnson...