Obituaries
Paul R. Williams
Jul 13, 2025
Paul R. Williams, 72, of Peru, NY, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Paul was known for his generous heart, infectious energy, and deep devotion to his family.
He was predeceased by his mother Florence Clark-Williams, his father John Williams, his brothers Walter Williams, Jack Williams, and...
Wendy Hope Thompson
Jul 13, 2025
Wendy Hope Thompson, 58, of Smithfield, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was the daughter of Edith Louise Mowrey Jett and the late Conroy Vance Jett Sr. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Thomas Nelson Thompson II; daughters, Jenna (Alfredo), Emily (Holden) and Hannah; sons, Timothy, Nathan (Rachelle), Simon, Peter and Andrew; grandchildren, Dilma Hope...
Clyde Richard Garrett, Jr.
Jul 11, 2025
Clyde Richard “Dick” Garrett, Jr., 82, passed away suddenly on July 11, 2025. Dick is survived by his son, Richard Coleman Garrett and his daughter in law, Renee Garrett, his daughter, Julie Garrett Rudy of Smithfield, and his son in law Kevin Rudy. Dick will be missed by his four grandchildren, Brittany, Wade, Morgan, and Nick, and his one great...
Betty Vellines Chapman
Jul 10, 2025
Betty Chapman, daughter of deceased parents Clarence and Julia Vellines, wife of deceased Joseph O. Chapman, Sr., went to be with the Lord on July 10th.
Sons Joseph, Jr. and wife Alison, and William and wife Cindee were by her side. Betty is survived by her sister Trish (Patricia) Frech and husband Pete of Smithfield and sister Sarah Johnson (Warren, deceased)...
Robert Gannon, Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Robert Gannon Jr, 50, of Smithfield passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was the son of the late Robert Gannon, Sr. and Evelyn Jane Rigney Gannon. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Aimee Lynn Gannon and their son, Cody.
Robert was a graduate of Princess Anne High School and built a career as a skilled painter...
Caroline Rebecca Carne Morris
Jul 8, 2025
Caroline Rebecca Carne Morris, 76, of Smithfield, VA passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. She was born at Fort Myer in Arlington, Virginia to the late William Benton Carne and Betty Moore Hall.
Caroline graduated from Christopher Newport College with a bachelor’s in history, but her true passion was her family. Caroline and her husband, Roy, started their family in...
June Elizabeth Cofer
Jun 29, 2025
June Elizabeth Parker Cofer, 78, of Smithfield passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Jasper Wilson Parker and Cora Lee Byrum Parker. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, George Thomas Cofer, Jr. and a brother, Donald Wilson Parker. She is survived by her daughters,...
Ralph Davidson
Jun 20, 2025
Ralph Davidson, 86, of Carrollton VA passed away on June 20, 2025. He was born and raised in Mann, West Virginia to John Monroe Davidson and Rissie Rebecca Davidson. After serving in the Army he settled in Carrollton, VA. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Noretta Smoot Davidson; brothers, Clifford Dean Davidson, George Davidson, Martin...
Day Simpson Prevatte
Jun 18, 2025
Day Simpson Prevatte, 84, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Frank Brittlebank Simpson, Jr and Dorothy Blanche Seldon Simpson. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Ronny Lee Prevatte; sons, Stephen Sweetman and Stuart Sweetman; a grandson, Sullivan Sweetman; and sister-in-law, Dr. Goldinar Simpson. She was also preceded in...
Karen Jacob Boldt
Jun 16, 2025
Karen Jacob Boldt, 48, passed away peacefully June 16, 2025 with her loving family by her side. Karen is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Timothy Boldt, and her treasured children, Abigail Boldt, John “Jack” Boldt and Annabelle Boldt. She is survived by her sister Amanda Jacob, and nephews Brady and Ryan and her Aunt Nancy Rorrer and...
Rebecca Carol Zirkle Scalf
Jun 13, 2025
Rebecca Carol Zirkle Scalf, 78, of Smithfield, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Carroll Winfred Zirkle and Edna Mae Whitt Zirkle. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Larry Eugene Scalf; son, David Carroll Scalf (Helen); grandchildren, Maxim, Michael, Taya and Michelle; two sisters, Sue Jones (Robert) and Jennifer Zender...
Carmen Ester Colon
Jun 13, 2025
Carmen Ester Colon, 88, of Brooksville, FL, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Miguel Colon and Amalia Garcia. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Albin Irizarry Ramos; two sons, Alvin Irizarry Jr, and Kenneth Irizarry; and two brothers, Fico Colon and Felix Gonzalez. She is survived by her daughters,...
Robert Bloxom Reynolds
Jun 9, 2025
Robert B. Reynolds, 71 of Battery Park, VA, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025 after a brief illness.
Bob was a lifetime member of Battery Park Baptist Church and Church Trustee. He was a graduate of Smithfield High School and Christopher Newport University. He retired from Citi Bank Card Services.
Bob was an avid sports fan, a dedicated UNC Tarheel basketball...
Michael Cade Woodard
Jun 5, 2025
Michael “Mike” Woodard, 84, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at home with his wife and daughter by his side. After a long illness he finally went home to be with the Good Lord. He was the son of the late Maxwell C. Woodard and Margaret Virginia Bell Woodard. Mike is survived by his wife of 63 years, Linda...
Jeffrey Morton Chanter
Jun 3, 2025
Jeffrey Morton Chanter, 74 of Smithfield, VA passed away peacefully in his home Tuesday, June 3, 2025. He was the son of the late Walter Douglas Chanter, Jr and Irene Grace Surtman of Charlotte, NC. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Rebecca (Becky) Chanter, children, Dean Chanter (Meagan) Erin Pagano (Nicholas Pagano) and Paige Crawford, grandchildren, Riley...
Robert William Berryman, III
May 29, 2025
Robert “Bobby” William Berryman, III, 84, of Yorktown, VA passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was the son of the late Robert William Berryman, Jr and Kathryne Louise Woolley Berryman. He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Cynthia Dudley Berryman. He is survived by his wife of 9 years, Mary Gill Berryman; daughter, Kimberly...
Ramona "Granny" Townsend
May 25, 2025
Ramona “Granny” Townsend, 90, of Smithfield was reunited with her beloved husband of 45 years, Byron “PaPa” Townsend, on Sunday, May 25th, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Lillie Owens and Raymond Banks. Mrs. Townsend is survived by her daughter, Tracey Eppolito (Jerry); son, Mickey Townsend; grandchildren, Faith, Grace, and Drew. She was also preceded in death by...
Betty R Nagy
2025
Betty R. Nagy, 95, of Smithfield, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Abraham Otto and John and Mary Maloof. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis J. Nagy and was also preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Moore; her son, Dale Nagy and his wife Diane; and two sisters,...
Barbara Anne Richardson
May 23, 2025
Barbara Anne Richardson, 82 of Newport News, Va. passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Cecil Wilson and Leah Crowley Wilson, her beloved husband of 42 years Roy Winfield Richardson and son Walter Earl Richardson, brothers Carroll and Charles Wilson. She is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth Mae Horne (John),...
John Marvin Portlock, Sr
May 19, 2025
John Marvin Portlock, Sr., 86, of Newport News, Virginia, passed peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 19, 2025. He was the son of the late Cecil Earl Portlock Sr. and Myrtle Louise Portlock. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Cecil “Buddy” Earl Portlock Jr., Blanche Elizabeth Adkins, Richard “Rick” Thomas Portlock, and grandson...
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