John Speight officiating will be held on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 1 p.m. at the Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn. Judicial System.In 1942 she married her High School sweetheart and love of her life the Rev. Compass Island. Box 790, Urbanna, VA.) Please visit https://www.faulknerfuneralhcs.com to send your condolences. While growing up, Mary excelled athletically in school, and was very involved in her church youth group. She is survived by her son, William Albert Jester, Jr., and his wife, Angelique; and two grandchildren, Brandon Albert Jester and Faith Armindy Jester, all of Uniontown, Ohio (near Akron). 56 Assoc Ginter Park. (Navy Medical Corps), passed away peacefully from congestive heart failure caused by Agent Orange exposure during the Vietnam War. From 1999-2004, she was Pastor for GUMC in Abilene, Texas. Shirley Roland Wade and by Guy N. (Bud) Thacker Jr. Betty Davis, January 24, 2023Betty Ruth Thomas Davis, age 86, died on January 24, 2023. He was co-founder of IDIAS, a technical high school. The Rev. Faulkner Funeral Homes, Foster-Faulkner Chapel, Mathews is assisting the family with the arrangements. Mrs. Daphne Winslow Jackson, October 21, 2022Daphne Winslow Jackson, 92, of Appomattox passed away on Friday, October 21, 2022, at Runk and Pratt Memory Care in Forest. Mrs. Martha Harrell Davenport, February 12, 2022Martha Harrell Davenport, 92, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022. George William Stewart, 85, of Montvale, passed away on February 21, 2022, at his home. Marion is survived by her two sons, Douglas and David; her two grandchildren, Ashley and Jeremy and her great grandson, Cameron. She also served as a Stephen Minister, offering one-to-one, Christian care to people in the congregation and the community experiencing life difficulties.Linda loved reading, theater, classical music, collecting miniature furniture and Dorothy dolls, gardening, the crisp air and colors of autumn, Dairy Queen Blizzards, and her dogs. He also attended Charity Baptist Church until his health would not allow him to do so. The service will also be available by live stream by selecting Watch Here at brandermillchurch.org.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Terrys memory to brandermillchurch.org. Words cannot express our deepest gratitude to Pam Wright and to the nurses, social workers, and staff of Mountain Valley Hospice for their kindness and exceptional care. Kathy earned both her Master of Divinity and her Doctorate of Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. She was ordained an Elder by the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church in 1996.Those whose lives Kathy touched will always remember her for kindness, her warm smile, her gentle sense of humor, her patience, her wisdom, and above all, her strong Christian faith. Randy Duncan and Rev. He continued his love of the Methodist church by teaching in the Sunday school and visitation with the elderly in retirement and nursing homes. The Rev. Ramsey attended seminary school at Eastern Mennonite College in Harrisonburg, VA, graduated from John Wesley Bible College in Greensboro, NC, and served as a pastor for many years for several churches. Mrs. Dottie Hardy Donat , August 17, 2021Dottie Hardy Donat, 86 of Roanoke, VA. He often shared his hope to have a dozen Grandchildren and this summer received that blessing, Nicholas Joseph Adams.Larry had promised his boys that he would write a book about his childhood memories of Summit, Mississippi. An obituary is not available. He had an unwavering love for, and pride in, all his children and grandchildren. He married the love of his life, Joyce Eleanor Cowham Johnson, on January 10, 1958, who resides at their home in Danville. Terry Kwanghyun Eum, September 13, 2021The Rev. Burial will be private. She is survived by her three sons, Henry Jr and wife Maureen, Charles, and Barry and his wife Mary; and seven grandchildren.She attended Ferrum Junior College and Lynchburg College receiving her degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Claire James, January 21, 2020Word has been received that Mrs. Claire James, wife of the Rev. 97 Retired. He was a Vigil Honor Member of the Blue Herron Lodge Order of the Arrow. Throughout his lifetime, George enjoyed singing in the church with different choral groups and was a member of Poquoson Masonic Lodge 49.George went to sing with the angels on June 27, 2022. Other churches Reverend A. Howell Franklin served were in Virginia Beach, South Hill, South Boston, Salem and Buena Vista. Joseph E. Hammond, Sr. and the late Ruth Gilbert Hammond. Gregory Dean Pittman, 73, was called home to the Lord on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Age 75. He felt called to be a minister and devote his life to the church at the age of 12. During her years in Cornwall, NY, she founded The Wesleyan Dancers, a liturgical dance ensemble. He served 45 years in the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church.He served USAF as a United Methodist Chaplain with tours to Taiwan, Italy, and Japan. Roger W. Williams Sr and the Rev. He was predeceased by two sisters, Elsie Deal and Betty Mayhew; and a son-in-law, John Watson. Mrs. Evelyn Kirby, December 2, 2022Evelyn Louise Lake Kirby, died at age 90 unexpectedly on December 2, 2022. Beth died on January 4, 2002, exactly 19 years before Gils death.Reverend Cofer was predeceased by his parents, Richard Clyde Cofer and Laura Johanna (Gildersleeve) Cofer; his sister Eloise; and brothers Richard and Joseph. He enjoyed many years of service on the ARMS Board (Association of Retired Ministers and Spouses). He was born in Charlottesville but spent his high school years in Lynchburg, VA. Mr. Walters was a graduate of Lynchburg College and Duke Divinity School. Memorials may be made to The Trinity Foundation, 903 Forest Ave., Henrico, Virginia 23229. Marcela Jarman will be officiating. . He was surrounded by the loving presence of his immediate family in a private home. Wilbur J. She suggested keeping our extended family connected by setting aside time for an annual beach week. He served on the Roanoke District and the Danville District. Raymond & Su supported her as their own child, Su is credited in introducing her to her partner in crime, Roger C. Balcom, after 6 years of dating, they married in 1958.Having been lifelong residents in the Northern, Va area, Carolyn and Roger settled in Sterling Va, where Carolyn utilized her skills as an RN for what would become 40 plus years, primarily working for INOVA. She always believed in the best in every person and situation. )In retirement, Warner enjoyed gardening, carpentry, extensive writing, and spending quality time with family, friends, and his dear cat, Oscar. Jack Davis Pruitt, 91, husband of Dora Nickerson Pruitt and a resident of Painter, passed away Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at his residence. Mrs. Jean Frances Kirkpatrick Williams, April 3, 2021Born: November 26, 1922 to Ralph Julian and Ruth Smith Kirkpatrick in Fairfax, Alabama.Died: April 3, 2021 the day before Easter in Richmond, Virginia.Jean had one sister, Pat Rettew. Please wear beautiful colors as we are celebrating her life. Jean graduated with a Masters Degree in Christian Education and Glenn with his Master of Divinity.Jean and Glenn were married on August 16, 1950. Grandle Funeral Home is proud of its heritage for providing professional and compassionate funeral care. She especially enjoyed passing her knowledge and skills on to her grandchildren. Pat Kelley and Dr. Lynn Buzzard. Select boxes below to reduce the number of results. Robert Lewis (Rebekah Simmerman); granddaughter, Ariel Rishworth (Rick); great-granddaughter, Mary Rishworth; her sisters, Ruth Hodges Fraser, Vada Hayes (Stephen) and Patricia West; brother, Joseph Hodges (Nancy); brother-in-law, Ellis Lewis; sister-in-law, Pat Lewis; and many nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.The family will receive friends 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Blileys-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Monumental UMC, 450 Dinwiddie St., Portsmouth, VA 23704. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded by 2 stepchildren Rob and Ruth Honaker, a step grandchild Michelle Honaker, and a loving friend and companion Don Pulfiser.The family suggests contributions in Arlins memory be made to Life in His Name Ministries, PO Box 66353 Virginia Beach, VA 23466-6353, or a charity of choice. Get directions He retired from active ministry, and then was asked by his District Superintendent to become retired temporary minister for Centenary United Methodist Church in Chesterfield. Born in Newport News, Virginia, she was the youngest daughter of the late James Edward Perry, Sr. and Alma Spruiel Perry.Lorraine was a faithful member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church; a member of the Sumter area Ministers Wives Association, a Life Member of the National Council of Negro Women, Mary McLeod Bethune Section and many other community and civic organizations.Survivors are her five children, Leona Vera Moten, LCDR (Ret.) George accepted his first charge at Mount Sinai in Harrisonburg, VA in 1979. His career in the ministry lasted until June 2003 when he retired and moved back to his beloved hometown. Janice Moon, January 29, 2020The service for the Rev. Graveside service will be private. Prior to the end of the Virginia General Assembly Session last weekend the House and Senate passed a major bi-partisan energy bill that should lead to . We encourage you to visit and comment in celebration of her life on Norma Annes Facebook page. Our Locations. Contributions should be sent to LLS Virginia, P.O. Prior to her marriage, she worked for West Penn Power and was later employed at various times by the Daily Courier. Though she would stop at nothing to help anyone in need, Karen was especially drawn to children and the elderly. Richard McDowell officiating. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. Bonnie A. Reiss, November 17, 2022Word has been received that the Rev. He was a Navy veteran; and he enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, gardening, traveling and going out to eat.He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jacqueline Jackie Bailey Haley of the residence; two daughters, Tonya Haley Vasser and husband, Scottie of Gretna and Sharon Haley Watson of Chatham; two sons, Billy Haley and wife, Tammy of Ridgeway and Charlie S. Haley, III and wife, Penny of Gretna; 10 grandchildren, Derek Haley and wife, Hannah, Willie Watson, Kristen Loftis and husband, Sam, Courtney Hamlett, Trevor Vasser and wife, Brandi, Lindsey Vasser, Brittany VanWyhe and husband, Daniel, Misty Vasser, Chandler Haley, and Taylor Lambert and husband, Josh; and 7 great-grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild on the way.Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at Colbert-Moran Chapel by Steve Stadtherr. Robert Emory Couch, who preceded her in death on June 20, 2010. Family and friends will be celebrating the life of the Rev. His wife Eva Vines died in 2014. Church, York PA (1995-1998) and Falmouth U.M. Wade Munford, January 24, 2022The Rev. Aldas earliest memories were of the wartime occupied Netherlands, and her lifetime dedication to care of others was rooted in those memories. William R. SHEALY, professor of religion emeritus, at Virginia Wesleyan University, died on Saturday, January 14, at Beth Sholom Village, in Virginia Beach. His next appointment in Virginia was at Bethel U.M.C. He was the loving husband of Jean Hendley Knox, who survives, and the son of the late Emory Knox and the late Beatrice Townsend Knox.Bob attended Fork Union Military Academy for five years, graduating in 1953. Pam Baldwin has claimed the promise of the resurrection. Weekly top stories. Glen began his ministerial career in 1979 at Sleepy Hollow. Charles Gallagher Hurlock.Services were held at Bethesda United Methodist Church in Salisbury on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021, with burial at Parsons Cemetery. He enjoyed teaching Bible studies at Second Presbyterian Church where he was known as a Methoterian. She decorated her house and yard extensively, and she loved to cook for Christmas as well. Cecil Guy Smith | Obituaries | dnronline.com Jeans life was centered around the church and her husband, Glenn.Jean leaves behind her daughter, Frances, married to Stan Ellis, three grandchildren Olesya, Paul, and Rubina, and two great-grandchildren Nevaeh and Tatianna.A service will be held August 28, 11 a.m., at Duncan Memorial UMC in Ashland. Jean Starlette Goodwin. Mrs. Marilyn Acosta, August 18, 2020Mrs. She was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church and the American Association of University Women. She was a past president of the Locust Grove United Methodist Womens Club at Locust Grove United Methodist Church in Dutton while she and the Rev. *Services on 3/28/22 can be viewed at https://stjamesportsmouth.blogspot.com/?m=1. In 1961, he was assigned as Executive Secretary for the Alexandria and Arlington Districts, where he was placed in charge of adult education for Northern Virginia and Director of Camp Highroad near Middleburg.Gil is remembered most for his many years as Director of Camp Highroad. Ken was born on November 16, 1935, in Harrisonburg, VA., son to Raymond and Rebecca Whetzel. George graduated from Poquoson High School in 1958 and attended the Newport News Shipyard Apprentice School from which he graduated and started a career as a Cost Engineer for the Newport News Shipyard.In the early 1970s, George felt his resources could better be used as a minister in the United Methodist Church. Expressions of sympathy can be sent to: Rev. James was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty B. James; and second wife, Elouise O. James.He was a retired United Methodist minister and upon returning to Greensboro attended Muirs Chapel United Methodist Church. Lee G. Bowman, pastored churches in the Evangelical United Brethren (EUB) Church, the United Methodist Church (UMC), and the Church of the Brethren: Harpers Chapel, Harper, W. Va., and Walnut Street EUB Church, Franklin, W. Va.; St. James EUB Church, Pleasant Valley, Va., Mt. 69 Boulevard. He retired in 2011 and served Trinity in Altavista and Hurt during his retirement.Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, June 12, 2020, at 11 a.m. at the Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel with the Rev. Online condolences may be left at www.valleyfs.comPlease remember Eds wife, retired pastor Darlene Wilkins, and their children in your prayers. Charge as Minister in Lancaster County. Bill entered Wesley Theological Seminary, earning a Bachelor of Sacred Theology in 1964 and a Master of Sacred Theology in 1968. Michael Thomas Davis, February 11, 2020Arrangements for Michael Mike T. Davis: A Celebration of Life for Rev. Condolences may be expressed atwww.williamsfuneralhomeva.com. Born on March 5, 1929, in Wilmore, Charles was the son of W. D. Turkington, professor and dean of Asbury Seminary, and his wife, Emily. Gordon Thomas Tom Brown Jr., 74, of Midlothian, Va., claimed the promise of the resurrection January 3, 2022. She held several offices in her local church, Huntington Cold Spring Harbor UMC, and with the Huntington Community Food Council. Cheseldine served United Methodist churches in Kentucky from 6-1-55 to 6-11-58 when he was appointed in the Virginia Conference to serve Richmond Rappa, West Mathews, Dillwyn, Sherando Lyndhurst, and the Axton United Methodist churches. Smith was predeceased by his brother, C. Richard Smith. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that loved and cared for her deeply.Mrs. Over those years, he also conducted numerous revivals, conference study courses in local churches, directed youth summer camps, and led studies at the Virginia Methodist Assembly Center. The Rev. Long is preceded in death by a son, Jack W. Long and two brothers, Edward Luther Long and Robert Eugene Long.Surviving, are seven sons, Tony L. Long of Elkton, Russell W. Long of Fishersville, Andrew B. In addition to growing the spiritual life of his congregants, Harold often led his team to build and expand the physical facilities of the churches he served. The Rev. William A. At the age of seventeen, he was called to and began preparation for the Christian Ministry, completing studies at Randolph-Macon College (Ashland, VA) and the Candler School of Theology at Emory University (Atlanta, GA). A memorial service will be held at St. Lukes United Methodist Church, 4101 Fordham Rd, Richmond,VA23236 on July 3, 2021 at 2:00 pm. Later, after retiring from the Army, he received his PhD from UNC Chapel Hill. He would diligently ride his bicycle delivering papers connecting his neighbors to their community through the daily news and earning him an achievement award of #1 Paper Boy winning a brand-new Schwinn bicycle. Hill & Wood Funeral Service | Charlottesville, VA Funeral Home & Cremation R.W. Horeb, White Chapel/Oak Level, Mt. They enjoyed their church relationship at First United Methodist Church of Marion and the Neel Parker Sunday School class. Paul G. Norrell, 32, of Harrisonburg, is charged with felony construction fraud in Staunton and Augusta County. Elinor Dalaton, August 17, 2022The Celebration of Life service for the Rev. She is also survived by her daughter, Kerrie Kessler Hillman (David); and son, Paul William Kessler (Jen); and four grandchildren who were her greatest joy in her later life, Isabel Ruth Hillman, Isaac Mitchell Hillman, Gabriel William Kessler and Jack Nathaniel Kessler; as well as her goddaughter, DeLisa Hooks Christ (Alan).The family would like to acknowledge Margaret Love, Linda Cannon and Ritchel Smith, who brought dignity and joy to her last years.