Obituaries

May 28, 2025

His Beginning: William Jesse Scott affectionately called Jesse was born on Sunday, September 18, 1949 to the late William Thomas and Mabel Parr Scott. He was the oldest brother of Darryl Lysander, Lawrence Gordon, and Janice Natalie Scott. Jesse’s youngest brother, Gordon, transitioned at the age of 3.

Jesse was the eldest grandson of the late Irene Bell Bush who always...

May 22, 2025

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”. 2 Timothy 4:7

Malchia Johnson was born to the late Joe and Evelyn Johnson on April 13, 1933, in Essex County, VA. He peacefully departed from his earthly life on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his residence.

Malchia received his education through the Essex County Public...

May 16, 2025

Darlene Bernetta McDowney daughter of the late James Henry and Daisy Mae (Curry) McDowney was born on February 9, 1957, in Washington, DC. Affectionally known as “DD” she was one of 12 children. On May 16, 2025 she transition peacefully at Georgetown Hospital surrounded by family.

Darlene was educated in the King George County Public School System. For most of her...

May 15, 2025

Bernard Harvey was born on March 31, 1936 in Washington, DC to the late James (Buster) Harvey and Henrietta Harrison.

Bernard accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Salem Baptist Church, King George, VA.

He graduated from Cardozo High School in Washington, DC in 1952 at the age of 16. Upon finishing high school, Bernard attended Federal City College...

May 4, 2025

On Oct 10, 1952, after her mother’s mad dash from the home of her parents Melvin and Eva Maiden in Dahlgren to Fredericksburg, VA, the sassy and beautiful Marlene Jane was born. She spent the next 18 months wrapping her momma, Melvine Maiden Butler, and her daddy, Thomas Butler, around her little finger, then welcomed her sister Thomasene to the...

Apr 5, 2025

In loving memory of a remarkable man, we gather to celebrate the life of a devoted family man, a passionate car enthusiast, and a talented artist. Morris found joy in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was cleaning his beloved truck or drawing his world. You wouldn't catch him off that bike either. Sitting outside in the yard playing...

Mar 29, 2025

Arthur Lewis Tyler, III was born on January 25, 1954 to the late Arthur Lewis Tyler, Jr. and Mary Lucille Jordan Tyler; the youngest son of eight children. On Saturday, March 29, 2025, while at Belmont Bay Rehab and Healthcare Center in Woodbridge, Virginia, Arthur slipped peacefully into eternal rest.

Due to his disability, Arthur only attended public school for a...

Mar 12, 2025

Thomas D. Lewis the second son of seven children was born in Washington, DC on October 10, 1949, to the late Francis O. and Susan J. Lewis. He departed this life on March 12, 2025 at the Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. Tommy grew up in Washington, DC and was educated in the DC Public School System. He was...

Feb 21, 2025

On February 21, 2025, Clarence Preston Jackson, “Bunny Honey,” quietly entered eternal rest with his Heavenly Father.  He was born on July 24, 1926 to the late Charlie Jackson and Rosie B. (Johnson) Jackson of Dahlgren, VA.  He attended the Edgehill Training School in King George County, VA. On August 2, 1947, he was united in marriage to the late...

Feb 8, 2025

Dorothy “Dottie” (Bland) Johnson, age 83, of King George, VA, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in King George, VA. She was born on August 10, 1941, in Fredericksburg, VA, to the late James and Clara Bland, of King George, VA.

She was a devoted mother to three children: Lawrence Johnson, Jr., who preceded her in death in June 2013;...

Feb 4, 2025

Minister Vernon Simmons was born to the Late Reverend Cecil Simmons, Sr., and Rev. Kathryn Simmons on March 17, 1953, in Neptune, New Jersey. His lineage includes a long line of Bishops, Pastors, Ministers, Evangelists, Deacons, and Missionaries with a singular purpose – to win souls to Christ. 

Recognizing his need for salvation, Minister Simmons accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior...

Dec 29, 2024

Ovander is preceded in death by his wife Wanda Holmes-Robinson and his parents, Joseph and Lorraine Robinson. Brother, Wayne Robinson, Shirley Robinson-Lewis, Geraldine Robinson, Ruby Lee Jackson, Mary Robinson, Anne Rollins and his beloved brother-in-law Emanuel (Pye) Rollins. 

Ovander leaves to cherish 4 brothers, Ervin Dudley , Sugar Ray Robinson (Louise), Larry Robinson (Connie) Mark Robinson (Cheryl) 1 sister Jaqueline Robinson. 

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Nov 27, 2024

Bianca Daniela Pollard was born on April 19th 1982 in Landstuhl, Germany. She departed this life on Wednesday November 27th at 01:55 at University Virginia Hospital Charlottesville Virginia.

Bianca received her bachelor’s degree in business management from Northern Virginia Community College. She was a manager in Starbucks and a sales representative in Geico.

Bianca was the daughter of Gordon M. Pollard, Sr....

Nov 25, 2024

Scripture: I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy: 4:7

Emma Marie Wallace was born on Feb ruary 28, 1950 in Fredericksburg, VA to the late Freddie and Fannie Brooks. Affectionately known as “Marie” by family and friends or “Aunt Rie Rie” as she was called by her nieces and nephews,...

Nov 18, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

Thomas William Mahoney, a long standing resident of Prince William County, and a recent resident of Caroline County, Virginia, died unexpectedly on November 13, 2024 at Spotsylvania Regional Memorial Hospital. 

Thomas was born on November 27, 1980 in Los Angeles, California to parents William and Ruth Mahoney. He attended high school at Narbonne and Gar-Field Senior High Schools located on both...

Nov 13, 2024

Nov 6, 2024

Oct 20, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ira V. West, a devoted father, grandfather, mentor, veteran, mathematician, athlete, and leader, who left this world on October 20, 2024, surrounded by love and faith. Ira was born in Glen Allen, VA, and raised in Richmond, VA, the beloved son of Leroy and Blanche West. He was a...

Oct 1, 2024

SERVICE RESCHEDULED UNTIL A LATER DATE.  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE FORTHCOMING.

On Tuesday Oct 1st, at 8:25pm, John Bennie Barbour II gained his wings. In his final days on earth he was surrounded by family. 

John was born on August 5th, 1968 in Charles County Maryland to the late Elizabeth Ann Thompson, David M. (Sharon) Neal, and Father John Bennie (Sylvia) Barbour...