Obituaries

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Donna Lee Peel

Donna Lee Peel

Apr 25, 2026

Donna Lee Peel, a beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully at her home on April 25, 2026. Born on October 16, 1953, in Richmond, Virginia, Donna's life was marked by warmth, devotion, and a deep connection to the natural world.

Donna’s gentle spirit was reflected in the simple joys she treasured. She found delight in...

James Everett "Jimmy" Hall

James Everett "Jimmy" Hall

Apr 24, 2026

James Everett “Jimmy” Hall, 72, of Mathews, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Riverside Regional Medical Center.

Born on April 6, 1954, in Mathews, Virginia, Jimmy was the son of John Everett Brown Hall and Mary Elizabeth Hall. He spent his early years in Mathews before moving to Gloucester, where he graduated...

Simon Lee Roy Hix

Simon Lee Roy Hix

Apr 21, 2026

Simon Lee Roy (Leroy) Hix 86, of Rappahannock Estates in Dunnsville, VA Passed away April 21, 2026.

Born January 18, 1940 in Cumberland County, VA to Frank and Leona Hix. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, his wife Janice Hix and brother David Hix.

He is survived by his step-son Charles (Buck) Reuss, his wife Cindy and Granddaughter Kelly...

William Savage Stevenson

William Savage Stevenson

Apr 20, 2026

William Savage “Bill” Stevenson, 76, of Urbanna, passed away on April 20, 2026. Bill was born on December 29, 1949, in Richmond, Virginia to the late Oscar Milton Stevenson, Jr. and Elizabeth Jean (Willis) Stevenson.

Mr. Stevenson proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force. He spent much of his career working as an off-set printer...

Robert Harris Hudgins, III

Robert Harris Hudgins, III

Apr 18, 2026

Robert Harris Hudgins III, 55, of Tappahannock, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, April 18th, 2026. He retired from Middle Peninsula Regional Security Center in August of 2023, and was a graduate of Old Dominion University. He was an avid Harley Davidson rider, and was a huge fan of Jeff Gordon and the Washington Redskins.

He was preceded in death by his...

Benjamin “Bubba” Trevilian, II

Benjamin “Bubba” Trevilian, II

Apr 17, 2026

Benjamin “Bubba” Trevilian II, was born on March 20th, 1966 and passed peacefully at his home on April 17th, 2026.

Bubba was a blue collar hard working man who worked all the way up until he physically could not any longer. He worked at Waste Management for what some might consider a lifetime, and loved every moment of it. Bubba was...

Frances Harper Carlton

Frances Harper Carlton

Apr 16, 2026



Frances Harper Carlton went home to the Lord on April 16, 2026. She was born on March 11, 1942, in Middlesex, Virginia, to Mary Milby Harper and Downing Cox Harper, both of whom preceded her in death. Frances was the fifth of seven children, and all six of her siblings and their spouses preceded her as well. A woman of...

John Dallas Davis Jr.

John Dallas Davis Jr.

Apr 14, 2026

John Dallas “J.D.” Davis Jr. of Locust Hill, Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. 

Born on June 11, 1953, J.D. was a lifelong resident of Middlesex County.  He graduated from Hargrave Military Academy in 1972 and later attended Rappahannock Community College, where he completed coursework to earn his state waterworks and wastewater operator's license through the Virginia Department of...

Charles Kenneth "Kenny" Garrett

Charles Kenneth "Kenny" Garrett

Apr 13, 2026



Kenny Garrett went home with his Lord on Monday, April 13, 2026. A Mathews native, Kenny was a dedicated member of the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department for 53 years and was named Firefighter of the Year in 1989, 1990, 1994, 1997, 2002, and 2025. Kenny was a lifelong member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Bohannon, Virginia.

He is preceded in...

Betty Barbour Gregory

Betty Barbour Gregory

Apr 12, 2026

Betty Barbour Gregory, 88, of Tappahannock, peacefully bid farewell to this life on April 12, 2026. She was born in Chatham, VA on August 10, 1937, to Mr. and Mrs. Stanford Barbour. She lived joyfully and always appreciated life’s blessings bright and beautiful, great and small.

Betty is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband of 55 years, Dr. John William...

Naomi Gertrude Pfeltz

Naomi Gertrude Pfeltz

Apr 11, 2026

Naomi G. Pfeltz “Meme”, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, passed away on April 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 9, 1938, in Williamsport, Maryland, the youngest child of Julia and Lewis Fischer, and preceded in death by 5 sisters and 5 brothers.

Naomi met the love of her life “Bill” Lewis Pfeltz while attending Williamsport...

Edith Gresham Smith

Edith Gresham Smith

Apr 9, 2026

Edith Gresham Smith, 79 of Water View passed away peacefully Thursday, April 9, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1947, to the late James Clarence Sr. & Alice Gresham. She was the wife of the late Walter E. Smith.

Edith worked at Urbanna Cleaners as a seamstress. She and her sister, Alice Mae, opened S & K Upholstery Shop in...

Virginia Moore Adams

Virginia Moore Adams

Apr 5, 2026

Mrs. Virginia “Jenny” Moore Adams, 82, of Cobbs Creek went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Jenny worked with the Chesterfield County Public School System. She was a loving and caring person to everyone who knew her. She loved all animals, especially dachshunds.

Jenny was preceded in death by her son, William, her parents, Eddie...

Nora Bates Acree Walker “Biddy”

Nora Bates Acree Walker “Biddy”

Apr 4, 2026

Nora Bates Acree Walker, “Biddy,” 81, of Walkerton, VA went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of April 4th, 2026. She passed peacefully in her sleep with her family by her side. She was born on February 20th, 1945 to John Cabell Acree, Sr. and Mary Evelyn Turpin Acree. She was preceded in death by her...

Demi Kay Bailey

Demi Kay Bailey

Apr 2, 2026

Demi Kay Bailey, 29, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on April 2, 2026 at VCU Medical Center. Her passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Demi loved fishing, being a devoted dog mom to her beloved dog Malu, spending time with her fiancé Taylor, and being a loving aunt to her niece and...

Francis Paul Blanock, Jr.

Francis Paul Blanock, Jr.

Apr 1, 2026

Francis Paul Blanock, Jr, 69, of Powhatan, VA, continued his journey to eternity on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born on September 23, 1956, in Mathews, Virginia, to Jane Diggs and Paul Blanock, Sr.

Growing up in Mathews, he acquired a love of the great outdoors at an early age. He became an avid hunter and...

William James Soles

William James Soles

Apr 1, 2026

William James “Jimmy” Soles, 69, of Mathews, Virginia, passed

away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Williamsburg Hospice House. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. He worked for many years at Coastal Design.

He was preceded by his parents, Lois and Jack Soles; a brother, Steven Soles.

He is survived by his siblings, Angie Haynes, Susan...

Dama May Williams

Dama May Williams

Apr 1, 2026

Dama May Williams, 78, of Stafford, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tildon and Eva May Brown; her special aunt and uncle, Marshall and Myra Studds, who raised her and played a significant role in shaping her life, and her sister, Barbara Seay.

 She is survived by her son, Brian Brown,...

William Lewis "Bill" Davis

William Lewis "Bill" Davis

Mar 31, 2026



William L. Davis, 83, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1943, to Walter and Dorothy Davis, who preceded him in death.

William, known to many as “Bill,” proudly served his country in the United States Navy, a reflection of his strength, dedication, and commitment—qualities he carried throughout his life.

He married the love of his...

Mary Jean Marshall

Mary Jean Marshall

Mar 26, 2026

Mary Jean Marshall, 84 of Dutton, Va passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Jean was a woman whose life was rooted in love, faith, and family.

Jean shared 68 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband, Daniel Webster Marshall Jr. Their love stood as a lasting example of commitment, strength, and partnership.

She was...