Obituaries

Mar 26, 2024

Ms. Ida C. Lewis was born on June 16, 1926, in Spotsylvania County to the late Elton D. Lewis and Catherine M. Clarke. She was called home to be with the Lord on March 26, 2024, in the comfort of her home and surrounded by family. She was a loving sister to her only sibling, her brother, Elton C. Lewis,...

Mar 5, 2024

Fannie B. Woolfolk, affectionately known to most as Babysis, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at her residence, two days before her 68th birthday. Babysis was born on March 7, 1956 to the late Freddie and Fannie Brooks.

Babysis accepted Christ as her Lord and Saviour at an early age at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Supply, VA where she...

Dec 22, 2023

Beatrice S. Holmes was born on February 3, 1935 to the late Minnie Carter Scott and Earl Henry Scott.  She departed this life on December 22, 2023 at her home, committed to Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.

Beatrice was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Leonard L. Holmes.

Beatrice was a member of People’s Union...

Dec 13, 2023

Peacefully, on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Spotsylvania Regional Hospital, Fredericksburg, VA., the Lord called our loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend to her eternal home. 

Charlena Letitia Harvey was born on February 27, 1976, to her parents, Diane Peyton and the late Shelton Whiting. Charlena accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at Salem Baptist...

Dec 12, 2023

Nov 22, 2023

Charles D. Holmes, 65, of King George, Virginia entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 22, 20 2 3. He was born on December 2, 1957 to Daniel Holmes and the late Berth a Holmes. In addition to his mother, Charles was preceded in death by his sisters Sophia Alleyne and Brenda King . At a young age, Charles became...

Nov 21, 2023

On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 our loving mother, Margaret R. Gaines, answered the call from our Heavenly Father to transition from her earthly home to her eternal home. Sister Margaret was born on February 18, 1928 in Wake Forest, NC to the late Edward and Mary Rogers Richardson. Her siblings, Kenneth and Rhonda Gaines, preceded her in death.

Margaret received...

Nov 16, 2023

On Thursday, November 16, 2023 another angel gained her wings.  Virginia Louise Hubbard, affectionately known as “Puddin,” was born on May 19, 1949 to the late James Henry and Daisy Mae McDowney.  Virginia was preceded in death by her daughter Alice Parker “Lisa,” her parents James and Daisy McDowney, her brother Melvin McDowney and her nephew Robert Lee McDowney.

Virginia...

Nov 6, 2023

Noland Harris was born on August 4, 1947 in Washington, DC to the late Wallace and Mary Harris. He was one of six children. On the morning of October 6, 2023 with his beloved wife and bonus son by his side, he peacefully earned his wings and ascended to heaven. At an early age, Noland accepted Christ and was baptized.

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Oct 22, 2023

Anthony E. Clarke, 42, of King George county formerly of Hustle departed this life on October 22, 2023.

He is survived by: his mother, Helen Gray ( William Gray) of King George, his father, Llewylen Clarke of Norfolk, two sisters: Victoria Coleman (Roger Coleman) and Shiffon Baylor (James Baylor) both of King George and 2 brothers: Llewylen Clarke of South...

Oct 9, 2023

Ruth O. McMillian was born on January 29, 1949 and departed this earthly life on October 9, 2023. She was one of twelve children born to Edward and Rebecca Alexander of Milford, Virginia. After attending Caroline Public Schools, Ruth moved to Washington, DC. She went to work for the United States Government Printing Office. It was there that she met...

Sep 30, 2023

Adelaide Winifred Woolfolk Robinson was peacefully called to eternal rest on September 30, 2023 at her home in Washington, D.C. Adelaide was born on July 14, 1927 in Ruther Glen, VA to Alfred Woolfolk and Onie Fields. She was one of twelve children. She enjoyed the country life and growing up in rural Ruther Glen with her siblings. Life in...

Aug 17, 2023

Bernard “Bernie” A. Strother, Jr. received his wings on August 17, 2023. Bernard was born on June 11, 1993, in Washington, DC to Avis Mack-Ivey. Bernard attended King George High School and began his career as a junior volunteer firefighter at King George Fire and Rescue Services. After graduating high school on June 11, 2011, Bernard enlisted in the United...

Aug 16, 2023

It was once said that, not just life, but a good life, is to be valued above all. With over 89 years of a Godly filled life, the days and times of Deaconess Willette McDowney Davis Greene were valued beyond measure.

She was the daughter of the late Ernest Andrew and Mary Emma Lomax McDowney. Willette graced the world with her...

Aug 12, 2023

Aug 7, 2023

IN LOVING MEMORY

Delores Alexander Johnson

Sunrise 5-19-1939

Sunset 8- 7-2023

Delores was born in Penola, Va. She was raised in Caroline County and graduated from Union High School. She became a member of the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith at a young age. She was a lifelong member and served in several positions including: Usher, choir member, kitchen...

Aug 1, 2023

“But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.” Psalm 37:11

Mary Watson Moore transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. She was born May 6, 1943, to Daisy Mae Watson and the late Thomas Watson. She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Watson.

At an early...

Jul 26, 2023

Rosie Delane Baylor, lovingly known as “Rosalane,” was quietly called home on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at St. Mary’s Bon Secours Hospital in Richmond, VA. Waiting with open arms to greet her at heaven's door were her two brothers Robert and William Baylor and sister Mary Baylor Banks ``Sister" who preceded her in death.

Rosie was born on July 29, 1952...

Jul 24, 2023

Ricardo Chen, Sr., 67, transitioned from labor to reward peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023, surrounded by his wife, sons, and family at home. Ricardo left this world after a long battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, cherished memories, and, most of all, his passion for Kung Fu. Ricardo was a quiet unwavering soul that loved...

Jul 24, 2023

Harrison Benjamin Payton was born in King George County, Virginia on March 6, 1929, to the late Silas Payton and Alberta Hodge. He quietly put on his gold and white wings to fly peacefully home on July 24, 2023.

Affectionately known to family and friends as “Granddad”, “Uncle Harrison”, “Harry” or “Hus”, he would always find time to give a hand up, and...