Recent Obituaries

Jan 3, 2019

Shirley Anne Shipley, 61, of Topping, VA passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2019. Born and raised in Mathews County, she was the daughter of James and Shirley Shipley, both deceased. She is survived by her siblings, Jim (Virginia Anne) Shipley of Cobbs Creek, Robert Earl (Cheryl) Shipley of Glenns and Susan (Kenneth) Lawson of Adner, as well as her...

Dec 31, 2018

Francis Joseph Palumbo, Jr. (46) of Saint Stephens Church, VA passed away suddenly, on December 31, 2018. Devoted husband of Bobbie Jo Fogg-Palumbo; extraordinary father of Charles Joseph (Charlie) and lover of all animals. Originally from Bowie, MD; Frank (Joe) received his Bachelor’s degree from Bowie State University in 1997; graduated Bowie High School in 1991. Frank was a great...

Dec 29, 2018

Dudley Case Eads, 77, of Hardyville, Virginia went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 29, 2018. He served in the United States Navy as a corpsman. He was a retired police sergeant for the Prince Georges County Police Department in Maryland. Dudley was an active member and deacon of Zoar Baptist Church, and previously a deacon...

Dec 28, 2018

Sarah Faith Morehart Ford, age 36, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018. Beloved wife of Michael. Cherished mother of Gabriel Thomas. Devoted daughter of Michael and Janet Morehart. Dear sister of Amanda Hope Freeman. Celebration of Life services will be held from 3-5pm, Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the home of her parents. In lieu of flowers, please consider...

Dec 28, 2018

Mary Ellen Norman Brown of Urbanna was born August 2, 1949, to Robert and Jennie Norman and she went to be with her Lord on December 28, 2018. She is survived by her husband of fifty years, Thames Brown, and two daughters, Shaaron Brown and Victoria B. Powell (Barry) and three grandchildren, Nathan, Madelynn and Alex. She is also survived...

Dec 26, 2018

Mary Joan Hooper, age 78 of Gwynn, Virginia, passed away peacefully with her family around her on Wednesday, December 26th, 2018 after battling Cancer. Joan was born on November 28th, 1940 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Margaret Tearney O’ Connor and Jospeh O’Connor of Baltimore Maryland, and formerly of Ireland.Joan spent her formative years growing up in a loving...

Dec 25, 2018

Marion Moore McRoy, 84, of Williamsburg, Virginia, left this world to be with her Lord and Savior, and to spend Christmas with her beloved husband, Archie, that had gone before. She has also lost some of her sisters and her three brothers. Marion had three children, Kathy Burchell (Mickey) of Gwynn’s Island, Virginia, Lynn McRoy (Teresa) of Toano, Virginia, and...

Dec 25, 2018

Sharon B. Sutton “Girney” age 72, of Port Haywood VA went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 25, 2018. Sharon loved to crochet, play piano, cook, and travel, but most of all she loved God, her family, and her friends. She graduated from Mathews High School and worked as a legal secretary in the Gloucester County Commonwealth Attorney’s...

Dec 22, 2018

Dec 21, 2018

Mara Brett Newcomb was born in Richmond, Virginia on September 13, 1990, and went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2018. She was a graduate of King William High School. She had a love for dancing, and helping other people fulfill their dream of becoming home-owners. She was currently employed by George Mason Mortgage in Richmond. Special thanks...

Dec 19, 2018

Clarke, William Madison- William was saved in 1956 and has served his Lord and Savior until death took him home on Wednesday, December 19, 2018. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Eleanor Tolson Clarke, his son, William Dale Clarke and his parents Ira Madison Clarke and Mable Smith Clarke. William is survived by his wife, Glenyss Pittman...

Dec 17, 2018

Dec 17, 2018

Leon McClain, age 80, of Gloucester, Virginia, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2018. He retired from NYNEX in New York. Mr. McClain also loved baseball and played it often; and also sang in several different groups.He was preceded in death by his son, Leon McClain, Jr.He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth McClain; daughter, Elisa R. McClain; and son,...

Dec 16, 2018

Donald Van Benschoten, also known as Coach Van and more recently as Gaggy (his favorite name), passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 16, 2018 at the age of 82.Don was born in Stanfordville, NY and moved to Southern Pines, NC with his family as a teenager. He is a graduate of both Guilford College and the University of...

Dec 16, 2018

Edna Anne “Nennie” Lennon, 84, of Hartfield, VA died peacefully on Sunday, December 16, 2018 after a brief illness. Her husband of 57 years, James T. “Jim” Lennon and an infant son James Thomas Lennon IV preceded her in death. She is survived by four children; son, James Scott Lennon (Amy); three daughters, Suanne Hall, Jayne Downs (Greg) and Kathie...

Dec 15, 2018

John F. “Freddie” Walton, Sr., 76, of Deltaville passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2018. He was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from the Newport News Shipyard. Survived by his wife, Geraldine Walton; daughter, Tammy Drewey (Tony); a son, John F. Walton, Jr. (Barbara); sister-in-law, Marie Walton, five step children and several grandchildren. A memorial service will be held...

Dec 15, 2018

Willis “Billy” Lee Oliver, 89, of Hardyville, VA passed away on Saturday, Dec 15 at home surrounded by family. A devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Billy is survived by his wife of 69 years Bettie, brother, Tommy Oliver, four daughters, Brenda Swain, Beverley Lewis (Dail), Beth Taylor (Robert) and Billie Jo Brooks (Mark). Grandchildren, Sheila, Artie, Maggie,...

Dec 14, 2018

Linda Creel Ittner, 68, of Port Haywood, VA passed away from this life on December 14, 2018 after a long brave battle with cancer. Her end was peaceful surrounded by family and friends. Linda is survived by her husband of 34 years, Wayne Ittner; her son David Truitt; daughter Patricia French; three brothers, Donnie, Mike and Bobby; three step-daughters, Hillary,...

Dec 13, 2018

Jerre G. Ashberry, age 86, of Foster, Virginia passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018.Jerre was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was the owner of Ashberry & Son, Inc., Hardware and Heating Oil in Portsmouth, VA for many years. Later he was the owner of Mathews Carpet Cleaning. He was a member of Tidal Wave Masonic Lodge 273...

Dec 12, 2018

Alvin Narron, Jr., 91, of Hayes, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ollie Murray Narron.All services for Mr. Narron are private.