Obituaries

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Roseanna Lynn Ladd

Roseanna Lynn Ladd

Jun 17, 2024

Roseanna Lynn Ladd, age 68, of Waterview, Virginia, transitioned suddenly to be with the Lord on Monday, June 17, 2024. Born in Hyattsville, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Grover and Teresa Ladd.

Rose attended Southern Senior High in Maryland. During her working career, Rose was a truck driver for 30 years. She worked for Warrior Express and JB...

Wynell Ashlock Thimsen

Wynell Ashlock Thimsen

Jun 17, 2024

Hazel Wynell Ashlock Thimsen, age 85, was born December 25, 1938, in Celina, Tennessee, to Marvin and Lucy Ashlock.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her two sisters, Geneva Johnson and Vonda Cherry, brother, Robert Ashlock and twin brother Durell Ashlock. 

Wynell is survived by her husband, Gary Thimsen and sister, Joyce Lacy, several nieces, nephews, and lots of friends. 

She...

Miles Curtis Saunders Jr.

Miles Curtis Saunders Jr.

Jun 13, 2024

Miles Curtis Saunders, Jr. (“Curt”), 81, of Hartfield, VA, died peacefully on June 13, 2024, at his home on the Pianktank River. He spent his youth growing up in the Greensville County VA area, attending high school there. He attended pre-pharmacy at the College of William and Mary and received his BS in Pharmacy at the Medical College of Virginia...

Bertha Seay

Bertha Seay

Jun 10, 2024

Bertha J. Hayes Seay, 81, of Fredericksburg, formerly of Champlain, departed her life on June 10, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry G. Hayes, and Grace B. Hayes. She is survived by her son, Thomas Edward Hayes, of Caret; her daughter, Debra L. Seay of Fredericksburg; and one grandson, Elijah L. Walker of Fredericksburg; special nieces, Ruth and...

Sandra Kathleen Tiver

Sandra Kathleen Tiver

Jun 9, 2024

Sandra Kathleen Lawson Tiver, 81, of Farmville, Va passed away on June 9, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. She was born in Penns Grove, New Jersey in 1943.

 

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, Everett L and Abbie C. Blake Lawson and her nephew, David Lawson. 

 

She is survived by her brothers Everett II and Cary; nieces, Crystal...

Frances Spicer

Frances Spicer

Jun 7, 2024

October 22, 1940, Frances Lucille Perrie was born in Tracys Landing, Maryland, to Edward Fletcher Perrie and Eleanor Ruth Gordon. Edward, a tobacco sharecropper in the 1940s, was a hardworking man with strong beliefs in the importance of family. He and Ruth would have six children together, Frances being the second oldest. She grew up helping Ruth with the daily...

Misty Carter Brann

Misty Carter Brann

Jun 6, 2024

Misty Carter Brann, 53, of Tappahannock, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024. She was a dedicated mother, nurse, and friend. Misty loved spending time with her family and friends, especially at the beach. She had a contagious laugh. Misty loved looking her best, even for a quick trip to town and was never seen without makeup and a...

Elizabeth Ann Chenowith

Elizabeth Ann Chenowith

Jun 5, 2024

Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Chenowith, 80, of Deltaville, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. She was a faithful member of Clarksbury United Methodist Church.  Mrs. Chenowith attended Eastern High School in Baltimore. During her working career she was a Quality Assurance Coordinator for McCormick Spice Company. Betty was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Volunteer Rescue Squad at Lower Middlesex...

Patricia Moore Brenzovich

Patricia Moore Brenzovich

Jun 3, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Moore Brenzovich, age 70, of Tappahannock, born December 10, 1953, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday June 3, 2024 after a long battle with cancer.  Pat’s fighting spirit and remarkable strength was endured throughout her treatment for cancer. Pat’s unwavering faith enabled her to undergo the trials and tribulations endured on this side of eternity.

A native...

Frederick Clayton Hammond

Frederick Clayton Hammond

Jun 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Frederick 'Rick' Clayton Hammond on Monday, June 3, 2024.

 

Rick was a true son of Mathews County. Proud to be born and raised in Mathews courthouse, Rick would gladly share his love of Mathews County with anyone he met. The son of a Sea Captain and a Teacher turned School Superintendent,...

Ronald Eugene Woodard

Ronald Eugene Woodard

Jun 2, 2024

Ronald Eugene Woodard "Ron", 64, of Tappahannock, VA was called to his heavenly home June 2,2024. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.Born October 14, 1959 and raised in Abingdon VA, he was a proud graduate of Patrick Henery High School in Glade Spring. He worked in the nursing home for many years caring for the elderly until...

Sandra M. Simmermon

Sandra M. Simmermon

May 31, 2024

Sandra Morgan Simmermon, 81, of Hague, VA passed away on Friday,

May 31, 2024.

 

Sandra Lee Morgan was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 26, 1943,

to Grover and June Anne Morgan. She attended Neshaminy High

School in Langhorn, PA and graduated in 1960. Sandy met the love of

her life Charles Curtis Simmermon, Jr. on July 1, 1962, and they married

on February 23, 1963....

Aleigha Breelyn Vaughan

Aleigha Breelyn Vaughan

May 30, 2024

Aleigha Breelyn Vaughan, 31, of Tappahannock, Virginia, passed away on May 30, 2024. 



She is survived by her children, Reagan and Kenston Brann, Holden, Reign, and Wrenleigh Douglas; her parents, Donna and Warren Vaughan; her brothers, Phillip Bristow and Tallon Vaughan; her aunt, Shannon Hodges; her grandparents, Henry and Peggy Hodges, and Barbara Vaughan; and numerous family members and friends.



The family...

Marion Lee Williams

Marion Lee Williams

May 29, 2024

Marion L. Waller King Williams passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at her home in Saluda.

She was born on April 29, 1927, in Dragon Run, Saluda/Gloucester. She was the daughter of the late Ida and Robert Waller of Saluda.

Her homecoming service is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15 at Immanuel Baptist Church in Saluda.

Faulkner Funeral Home, Bristow-Faulkner Chapel...

Nathan "Jonesy" Payne

Nathan "Jonesy" Payne

May 21, 2024

Nathan Jones “Jonsey” Payne, 89, of Urbanna, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Nov. 18, 1934 in Urbanna.

Jonsey is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Shirley Fauber Payne; their sons, Nathan Anthony Payne and Jeffery Scott Payne (Tracy); four grandchildren, Jeffery Scott Payne Jr. (Taylor), Allison Hope Bolt (Skyler), Brittin...

Jeffery Daniel Burrell

Jeffery Daniel Burrell

May 21, 2024

Jeffery D. Burrell went to heaven on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Born May 16, 1974, to the late Delvin and Mary Anna Burrell, Jeff was a boat mechanic for many years until retirement. He was a lifelong member of Immanuel Baptist Church.   Jeff was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan and loved playing the slot machines. 

Jeff is survived by his...

William Russell Wilburn

William Russell Wilburn

May 16, 2024

William Russell “Billy” Wilburn, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Billy was born July 19, 1949, to the late Everett and Hilda Wilburn. He served his country as a member of the United States Navy. Billy was a member of Lower Middlesex Volunteer Fire Department. In his spare time, Billy loved to hunt and fish. 

Billy is survived by his...

Donald L. Hostvedt

Donald L. Hostvedt

May 15, 2024

Donald Leif Hostvedt, 72, of Stevensville, Virginia, passed away suddenly on May 15th, 2024. He was born on June 29th, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry Leif Hostvedt and Mary Charlotte Hostvedt. Don is survived by his wife of 42 years, Lindeve Dunn Hostvedt; his sons, Aransas Leif Hostvedt (Rachel) and Coleman Engel Hostvedt (Kelsey);...

Mildred Coates

Mildred Coates

May 14, 2024

Mildred L. Coates, 85, of Tappahannock, Virginia, took the hand of her Savior and stepped into eternity on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. She was a long-time member of Ephesus Baptist Church, the Jennie Clarkson Circle, and the XYZ Club. She enjoyed spending time with her family, listening to music and taking rides. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alice...

Jessica Lauren Shelton

Jessica Lauren Shelton

May 9, 2024

Jessica Lauren Shelton, 36, of Gloucester passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at her home. She was born in Newport News, VA and was the daughter of Keith and Lisa Shelton.  She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Gus and Carolyn Shelton, and maternal grandparents Patricia Jenkins and Billy Ronk.  She is survived...