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James Ray

James Ray

Aug 3, 2023

James H. (Jim) Ray, of Irvington, VA, formerly of Urbanna, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jim was born on April 2, 1929, to John and Ruth Ray, in Goldsboro NC. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Jewel Ray, daughters Lynne Robinson (Randy) of Chesapeake, Betsy Cobb (West) of Richmond, Phyllis Garcia of...

Elizabeth Lamb

Elizabeth Lamb

Aug 3, 2023

On August 3, 2023, Elizabeth (Betty) Lamb passed peacefully at Riverside Convalescent Center in Saluda from chronic kidney disease with her daughter, Claudia, by her side. “Betty” was born on August 5, 1929, in Augusta, Georgia. Her husband of 64 years, Eddie, passed away in 2011. She is survived by her only child, Claudia, who she lived with for 8...

Gary Brownley

Gary Brownley

Aug 2, 2023

Gary Wayne Brownley, 85, of Port Haywood, VA, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 in Riverside Regional Medical Center.Gary graduated from Mathews High School in 1956, and worked with his father in the family construction business before becoming the proprietor of The Colonial Wood Shop for 56 years, where he was a master woodworker specializing in cabinetry and antique...

Carol Frazier

Carol Frazier

Aug 2, 2023

Carol Lorraine Frazier,75, of Richmond, Virginia was born on June 1, 1948 and entered into the presence of Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. She was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. Carol’s life was deeply rooted in faith and she found comfort and strength in her spiritual journey....

Sharon Ruliffson

Sharon Ruliffson

Aug 2, 2023

Sharon Lee Ruliffson, 81, of Hudgins, beloved wife of James H, Ruliffson, CAPT, USN (Ret), passed away August 2, 2023 after a 2 ½ year battle with cancer. She endured many other health problems during her 60 ½ years of marriage, in addition to the rigors of raising her two children alone through CAPT Ruliffson’s 7 at-sea deployments to the...

Mark Batley

Mark Batley

Jul 29, 2023

Mark S. Batley, 58, of Wake, passed away on Saturday, July 29th, 2023. Mark is survived by his sister, Lynn Batley (Jay) and his nephew, Robert Fary. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Batley; by his parents, Gordon and Barbara Batley; and his sister, Lori B. Fary. A memorial service will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August...

Webster Hudgins

Webster Hudgins

Jul 28, 2023

Webster Ransone Hudgins, formerly of Prince George, VA passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, at the age of 89. After several months of declining health, Webster passed peacefully in his sleep at the Morris View Healthcare Center in Morristown, NJ.Webster was born in Port Haywood on June 11, 1934, as the only child to Marvin Webster and Mattie Virginia...

John Bunsavage

John Bunsavage

Jul 25, 2023

Mr. John Edward Bunsavage, age 83, passed away on July 25, 2023, at his home on Urbanna Creek, Saluda, VA.He was preceded in death by his parents, John Albert Bunsavage and Anna Marie Kulokas of Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, a grand mother-in-law, Myrtle Coates Rowe of Glass, VA. and a sister, Patricia Murphy of Fort Piece, Florida.Mr. Bunsavage is survived by...

Lloyd Cox

Lloyd Cox

Jul 24, 2023

Lloyd Francis Cox, 81, of Mathews, Virginia, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023.Lloyd was known as “The Legend of Trucking”. He spent over 50 years driving and doing what he loved up until his last day. His favorite run was going I-95 to Miami.He served in the U.S. Air Force, enjoyed playing golf, and he loved watching his grandchildren...

James Omweg

James Omweg

Jul 23, 2023

James E. “Jim” Omweg, age 90 of Gloucester, VA, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023, at Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Center in Mathews, VA. He was born in Shelby, Ohio on July 1, 1933, the oldest son of the late Ernest A Omweg and Edith Irene Lybarger Omweg. Jim attended Ohio State University and received his bachelor’s...

Elizabeth Marshall

Elizabeth Marshall

Jul 23, 2023

Elizabeth Broudy Marshall, 75, of Mathews and Hampton, VA.Our Liza passed away at home Sunday, July 23, 2023, after a 12year battle with Alzheimer’s.She is preceded in death by her parents, Colonel Harold Broudy and Jane Sunderland Broudy.During Liza’s youth, her father’s long military career imbued the love for travel and fueled her love of learning. Throughout her lifetime she...

Joshua Hodges

Joshua Hodges

Jul 22, 2023

Joshua Lynn Hodges, born on July 31, 1986, peacefully departed this life July 22, 2023 surrounded by his loving family; his parents Cathy and Jeff Hodges; his sister, whom he adored, Katie Hodges, Cameron Allen, and his best friend, Benji.Josh was a graduate of Aylett Country Day School, Essex High school, and the University of Mary Washington. He worked at...

Edward Brown

Edward Brown

Jul 20, 2023

On July 20, 2023, J. Edward Brown peacefully joined his bride. He was born in Flint, Michigan on January 27, 1928, to Nelson Franklin and Martha Amos Brown. While in the Navy, stationed in Norfolk, he met the love of his life. He loved photography, playing his banjo, woodworking, and ballroom dancing. A surveyor and civil engineer by trade, he...

Elizabeth Williams

Elizabeth Williams

Jul 16, 2023

Elizabeth Clark “Betty Mae” Williams, 92, of Remlik, Virginia went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 16, 2023.Born in the Northern Neck of Virginia on October 12, 1930, to Herbert and Lola Clark, she moved with her family to Middlesex when she was 12 years old.Betty Mae loved her Lord and Savior and was a member...

Mary Moore

Mary Moore

Jul 14, 2023

Mary L. “Jackie” Moore, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Friday, June 14th.She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, John M. “Buddy” Moore and her son Matthew T. Moore.She is survived by her son John A. Moore (Andrea) and two granddaughters, Emily (Noah) and great granddaughter Grace and Anna (Mike).Jackie was...

Lois Daniel

Lois Daniel

Jul 11, 2023

Lois Daniel, 87, of Saluda died peacefully on July 11, 2023.Lois is preceded in death by her husband Donald Daniel; her parents, Lucy and Wilton Powell; brother, Thomas Powell and sister Catherine Lawson.Lois is survived by her children David, Guy (Abbi), and Keith Williams (Patricia), her sisters; Louise Fulcher, Christine Williams and Doris Thrift; grandchildren, David, Brandon, Kelly and Thomas...

Victoria Timmons

Victoria Timmons

Jul 9, 2023

In the early hours of July 9, 2023, Victoria "Vicky" Timmons quietly met her Lord.She is survived by her daughter, Ashley Timmons (Norfolk), son, Marshall Timmons (Norfolk), mother, Janet Marshall (Middlesex), nephews, nieces and many friends and family. She is preceded in death by husband, Gregory Timmons, father, Elmo "Mo" Marshall, and brother, Mike Marshall.In 1976, Vicky moved to Norfolk...

June Rowe

June Rowe

Jul 5, 2023

June Crewe Rowe, age 91, passed on to her heavenly home on July 5, 2023. She had been a resident of Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehab for over 10 years. She is predeceased by her husband, Arthur C. Rowe; son, Sammy Rowe; parents, Floyd Earl Crewe and Melva Sadler Crewe; brother, Stephen Scott Crew; daughter-in-law, Lynne Rowe; twin granddaughters, Lisa...

Gunnar LaLand

Gunnar LaLand

Jul 5, 2023

Gunnar David LaLand of New Point, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Gunnar was born on June 17, 2023, and fought for the two short weeks he was here.Gunnar was predeceased by his grandfather, Geoffry LaLand.He is survived by his parents, Lynn and Stacey LaLand; a sister, Aubrey LaLand; his grandparents, Dave and Beth Crigler, Nancy LaLand and...

Mary Jane Brittle

Mary Jane Brittle

Jul 1, 2023

Mary Jane Brittle, 81, of Tappahannock, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023.She is survived by her husband, Wilson Brittle; her daughter, Sheila James (Joe); two sons, Sammy Hughes, and Shawn Hughes (Anne); six grandchildren, Ashley Dalton (Zac), Tiffany DuBeck, Brittany Marshall (Jesse), Christopher Hughes, Dustin DuBeck, and Tyler Hughes; six great-grandchildren, and close family member, Russ DuBeckA funeral...

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