Obituaries
Zachary Joseph Bailey
Jan 2, 2024
"Babies lost in the womb were never touched by fear. Never hungry. Never alone. And importantly always knew love."
Zoe Clark-Coates
On Tuesday morning January 2, 2024 our little angel Zachary Joseph Bailey came into the world with his wings spread wide and entered into heaven with our Lord.
Zachary is survived by his Dad and Mom...
Laura Kirk Fletcher
Jan 1, 2024
Laura Kirk Fletcher, 55, of Smithfield passed away on, Monday, January 1, 2024. She was the daughter of
David Robert Kirk and Elizabeth Gayle Sanford Kirk. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Mark
Alan Fletcher; daughter, Elizabeth “Bodie” Fletcher; sons, David Fletcher (Emily) and Alan Fletcher
(April); a brother, David Austin Kirk (Jennifer); and numerous nephews...
Mason Page Cook
Jan 1, 2024
Mason Page Cook, 82, of Ivor, passed away on January 1, 2024. He was the son of the late Charlie Cook and Lizzie Mae Bradshaw Cook.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Bernice Wells Cook; daughter, Brenda Kay Fields; a grandson, Frank Fields; and two brothers, Marvin Glenn Cook (Paullette) and Donald Cook (Janice). He was...
Lawrence Walter Wells
Dec 29, 2023
Lawrence Walter Wells, 55, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville.
Lawrence was survived by his mother , Olivia D. Wells; brothers Tony L. Wells (Amy), Ashton L. Wells, Jr. (Kim), and Philip R. Wells; Nieces; April Jones (Dexter), Jessica Wells (Mike), Brittany Kearns (Michael), Laura Brewer (Josh) Jayne, Jayce, Jasmine, Emily...
Jack Wilbert Pittman, Jr
Dec 23, 2023
Jack Wilbert Pittman, Jr, 75, of Smithfield, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023. He was the son of the late Jack W. Pittman, Sr and Laura Grace Lowe Pittman. He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Suzzann Stanton Pittman. He is survived by his daughter, Mia Williams (Rob), son, Wayne Farr, grandchildren, Nicholas Farr...
William Lucian West, Jr.
Dec 19, 2023
William Lucian West Jr., 92, of Florence, S.C., passed away on December 19, 2023. He was the son of the late William Lucian West and Mary Turner West.
He is survived by his sons, William West (Susan), Michael West (Soon) and James West (Teresa); grandchildren, Wendy, Billy, Nick, Michael, Eric and David; nine great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by...
Betty Lou Martin
Dec 16, 2023
Betty Lou Martin, 84, of Dendron, VA entered the arms of her heavenly father on December 16, 2023 after a long illness.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 66 years, J. C. Martin, Jr.; her sister, Joanne Justis (Bill) of Rustburg, VA ; her daughter, Alice Martin of Gloucester, VA: her son, Keith Martin (Tammy) of...
Sarah Ann Bissette Julien
Dec 13, 2023
Sarah Ann Bissette Julien, a remarkable lady with an indelible spirit, passed away unexpectedly on December 13, 2023. Born in Spring Hope, North Carolina, Sarah's life journey was one that encompassed profound love, resilience, and a dedication to family. Her departure from this world leaves behind countless cherished memories and an unfillable void.
Sarah was a woman of unwavering strength...
Michael Tracy Batkins, Sr.
Dec 5, 2023
Michael Tracy Batkins, Sr., 67, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Carrollton VA on December 5, 2023. Born August 22, 1956 in Norfolk, VA, Mike was raised in the Hilton Village community in Newport News, VA. He was part of the Hilton “Gang” and had many lifelong friends from those younger days. He also had many long time...
Robert "Bob" Alton Lynch
Nov 26, 2023
Robert “Bobby” Alton Lynch, 75, of Suffolk, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. He was the son of the late Jesse Carre Lynch and Jessie Earl Griffin Lynch. He is survived by his sister Debra Warren; brother, Thomas E. Lynch (Kathy); and three nieces, Jessica, Pam, Jennifer. Bobby loved Nascar and especially Dale Earnhart; he also enjoyed watching football...
Linda Goodrich Joyce
Nov 24, 2023
Linda Goodrich Joyce, age 75, of Waverly, Virginia walked into the arms of her heavenly father on November 24, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Left to cherish her memory are her sons: James Edward Joyce (Tammy) of Wakefield, Virginia; Jason Michael Joyce of the home; two grandchildren, Jamie Lynn Joyce (John) of Wakefield, Virginia and James...
Gerald Abbott
Nov 23, 2023
Gerald Abbott beloved husband and father, marine, and Colonial Williamsburg retiree, was deployed toheaven by his commanding father with angel escort, 1:30 a.m. November 23, 2023. He was loved by allwho knew him well. He is survived by his wife Faye, who will always love him; and his children, Rita, Pennyand David and their families. He loved life, loved the...
Kenneth Woodrow Mace, Sr
Nov 21, 2023
Kenneth Woodrow Mace, Sr, 73, of Smithfield, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. He was the son of the late Vernon Woodrow Mace and Julia May Holland Mace. He is survived by his son, Kenneth W. Mace, Jr (Tina); grandsons, Kenneth W. Mace, III and Derek Mace; great grandchildren, Khali Mace and Taylor Mace; his brother Glen Mace;...
Bina Johnson Gwaltney
Nov 21, 2023
Bina Johnson Gwaltney went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 21 2023. She passed away peacefully at Chippenham Hospital with her family by her side. Bina was born and raised in Dendron, VA. She was the daughter of Jabray Johnson and Hannah Ann Peck Johnson. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers...
Marsha Leake Garrett
Nov 20, 2023
Marsha Leake Garrett, 79, passed away peacefully at Riverside Regional Medical Center on November 20, 2023. Marsha is survived by her loving husband of almost 57 years, Clyde Richard (Dick) Garrett of Smithfield, VA. She is also survived by her son, Richard Coleman Garrett and her daughter in law, Renee Garrett, her daughter, Julie Garrett Rudy of Smithfield, and her...
Elizabeth "Bettie" Bullock Holleman
Nov 18, 2023
Elizabeth, (Bettie) Bullock Holleman of Vinton, VA, formerly of Smithfield, VA passed away peacefully in her home on November 18, 2023 at 79 years of age.
Bettie was the daughter of the late James L. Bullock and Alice Moore Bullock of Smithfield. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Kuder (Keith) of Vinton, VA and son, William J....
Ruth W. Simpson
Nov 14, 2023
Ruth W. Simpson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and member of the Maggie Valley N.C. community passed away November 14, 2023, at the age of 94. Born in Virginia on December 2, 1928, Ruth lived a life dedicated to helping others. She was on the Board of Directors of the Maggie Valley Civic Association helping raise funds for many...
Brian Fulton Jones
Nov 12, 2023
Brian Fulton Jones, 64 of Smithfield, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was the son of the late Fulton Jethro Jones and Edith Simpson Jones. He is survived by his daughter, Katie Jones Hunter (Jason); grandchildren, Keagan, Ean, Cameron, Ava and Jolie; sisters, Kathy Brock Suggs (Ralph), Sharon Jones Foster (Mike), and Beverly Jones Dooley (Bill); brother,...
Robert "Bob" Michael Kelly
Nov 11, 2023
Robert “Bob” Michael Kelly, 70, of Smithfield, Virginia passed away at home on November 11, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents Thomas C. and Lorraine E. Kelly. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Janice M. Kelly and his daughter Brianna N. Philipps-Kelly and her wife Ashley; brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Trish Kelly; brother-in-law...
Patricia Ann Girard
Nov 10, 2023
Patricia Ann Girard, 86, of Goodlettsville, TN, formerly of Smithfield, VA passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, under the care of Alive Hospice. A loving wife, mother, Mémère and Grand Mémère was born in Tampa, FL as the 12th child to Lee Arthur Prior and Mary Jeanette Phillips Prior on December 31, 1936. She is predeceased by her parents,...
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