Obituaries

Nov 7, 2019

Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. On this Thursday, November 7, 2019, I Janet Jefferson closed my eyes to another beautiful day the Lord hath made. Be it morning, noon, evening or the twilight of the night, we will rejoice and be glad in it.

I am the...

Oct 26, 2019

Curtis D. Everett, Sr. affectionately known as "Big Curt", entered into eternal rest on October 26, 2019 in Lynchburg, VA.  He was born on July 23, 1934 to Mannie and Georgia Everett, both preceding him in death.

Big Curt is survived by his wife of 60 years Patricia Ann; one son, Curtis David, Jr. of Lynchburg; two...

Oct 20, 2019

On Sunday morning October 20, 2019 in Eden, North Carolina Charlotte Cook went peacefully home with the Lord.  Charlotte was born August 19, 1959 to the late William T. Alexander Sr. and Trancy Austin Alexander.  She was also preceded in death by three brothers, William Alexander, Jr., Carlton Alexander and Robert Alexander; one sister, Ruby Alexander.

She...

Oct 16, 2019

Lawrence Tweedy, of Lynchburg, Virginia went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

Lawrence was born July 30, 1947 to the late Dorothy and Warren Tweedy.

Lawrence received his education in the Lynchburg Public School System, and he served in the Army Reserves.  Lawrence was known for his bright smile and...

Oct 15, 2019

Mrs. Joyce Marie Jones, born May 23 rd , 1953, passed away at her home in Gladstone, VA on October 15 th , 2019.  She was born to the late Harry and Lucille Ellis.  Joyce was united in holy matrimony to her high school "sweetie", Charlie Lee Jones, Sr. in April of 1972.  This union was blessed with three...

Oct 15, 2019

Da'Marion De'Antonio Davis, 7 months old, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at MCV Medical

Center. He was born on March 2, 2019, to De'Antonio Davis and Dayshia Braxton. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Day'Dion Davis; grandparents, Charles Braxton, Roosevelt William Garland, Jr. and Lorraine Davis.

Those left to cherish...

Oct 9, 2019

Tho the clouds may hang over; there will be a brighter day.  In that land they call Heaven, God shall wipe all tears away.

Our beloved Mary Charlotte Coles-Jones 245 McWane Circle departed this life at Lynchburg General Hospital after a brief Illness.  She was born February 23, 1961 in Bedford, VA.  To the late Thomas H....

Oct 3, 2019

James Edward Marshall "Jimmy" was born to the late Mary Elizabeth Marshall Ledbetter and the late John Wesley Herndon in Lynchburg, Virginia on December 2, 1953.  Due to the untimely passing of his mother, Mary Elizabeth Marshall Ledbetter, at the age of 9, he was raised by his Aunt Lillian Ross and Uncle Eugene Ross, his late Aunt Juanita...

Oct 2, 2019

Elder Teresa Marie Whirley affectionately known as "Pimp" entered into eternal rest in Jesus Christ on October 2, 2019.  She was born August 13, 1956 to the late Elder Margaret Whirley Thomas Reeves and Alphonso Weldon Reeves.

A funeral service will be held today at 2:00 October 9, 2019 at Higher Heights Cathedral of Deliverance 2220 Memorial...

Oct 1, 2019

John Bell Austin, 83, of Madison Heights, VA departed this life on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at his residence.  He was born May 20, 1936 in Bedford, VA to the late Mitchell Austin and Harriet Bell Austin.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his late wife, Laura Maria Austin; a sister, Gladys...

Sep 23, 2019

William C. Robertson "Bill", 84, peacefully departed his life on Monday, September 23, 2019 at his home in Gladstone, VA.  He was born September 25, 1934 to the late Sidney Robinson and Melinda Robinson.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his children, Loretta Robertson, Richard Robertson and Leonard Robertson; two brothers, Leroy Glover and...

Sep 20, 2019

Dorothy Earleen Reid Husaw, 73, of Buena Vista, VA passed away on Friday September 20 th , 2019 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.  She was born in Bedford County to the late Mary Dabney and Charlie Dabney; five sisters, Pat Husaw, Louise Spinner, Maggie Eggleston, Shirley Wells, Annie Spinner, Elizabeth; three brothers, Edward Dabney, Charlie Dabney, Jr. and Jimmy...

Aug 31, 2019

William "Billy" Anthony departed this life on Saturday, August 31, 2019.  He was born on June 20, 1928 to the late Samuel and Sarah Anthony.  He was married to the late Mary Frances Anthony.  He was also preceded in death by one brother, two sisters and two nieces.

"Billy" retired from The City of Lynchburg.  He attended...

Aug 30, 2019

Your Wings Were ready, but Our Hearts Were Not.  Our Beautiful Angel, Clara Morris McCoy, transitioned on, Friday, August 30, 2019, at 12:00 PM.

She Leaves to Celebrate Her Life, 5 daughters; Mary (Liz) Reid, Darlene McCoy (Paul), Julia Wharton, Teressa McCoy and Clara Jones (Rev Edward); 2 Sons, Theodore McCoy and Fred McCoy.

The...

Aug 18, 2019

Pastor Irvin L. Ward, Sr.

Sunrise: Saturday, January 4, 1947

Sunset: Sunday, August 18, 2019

The Lord God called home to Glory, His Good and Faithful Servant, Administrative Assistant Dr. I. L. Ward, Sr., on Sunday Morning, August 18, 2019. Dr. I. L. Ward, Pastor of Bountiful Blessings Church of God in Christ,...

Aug 18, 2019

James Earl Sandidge, 79 of Amherst, VA passed away Sunday, August 18, 2019 at Fairmont Crossing Health and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born June 9,1940 to the late James Boyd Sandidge and Eunice Naomie Sandidge in Amherst County Virginia. James Earl was preceded in death by his wife Pearlie G. Sandidge, one brother Elder Justice C. Sandidge...

Aug 11, 2019

Rebecca R. Long, 70, Lynchburg passed away Sunday, August 8, 2019 at her residence.

A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Wingfield Baptist Church with Dr. Robert Trice, Officiating.  The interment will be in the Forest Level Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends Friday at Davis-Turner Funeral Service from...

Aug 1, 2019

Iris Bernice Smith Sandidge Rose travelled the "Highway to Heaven" on Thursday, August 1, 2019

at 9:30 a.m. she arrived at her destination. She was just five days short of her ninetieth birthday.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, August 10, 2019 at St. Mary's Baptist Church with Pastor, Rev. Troy Anderson,...

Jul 27, 2019

Mary Hardman Baldwin, 76, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, January 27, 2019, at her residence. She is survived by her husband, Daniel Baldwin, Jr.; daughter, Kimberley Baldwin; stepson, Kevin Baldwin (Vonda); sister Ruby Wayne (William) and many other relatives and friends. A homegoing service will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2019, at 1 PM at Rose Chapel...

Jul 15, 2019

Mr. Larry Lee Jones "Nick", of 162 Crabapple Lane, Amherst, departed this life on July 15, 2019, after a long illness at Guggenheimer Health and Rehab. He was born on January 29, 1955, the son of the late Edith Page Jones and the late Colonel William Jones.

He is preceded in death by four brothers Robert, Norman,...