Recent Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Betty Jo Farmer
May 7, 2024
Betty Jo Farmer, 80, of Deltaville, Virginia, passed away on May 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Betty is survived by her devoted husband of 52 years, Bill Farmer, her son, David Farmer (Emily), her stepdaughters Robin Farmer Paine (Thomas) and Shari Farmer Watson (Andy), four of her seven brothers, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She was a beloved wife,...
Lawrence Wayne Lenz
May 7, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lawrence Wayne Lenz (Larry). Larry was born on December 17, 1946 in Washington D.C. to John and Grace Lenz and took his last breath on May 7, 2024 in Warsaw, Virginia, with his wife Lori holding his hand. He died at age 77, due to complications from Alzheimer’s...
Ralph Steve Scott
May 5, 2024
Mr. Ralph “Captain” Scott, passed away on May 5, 2024, with family by his side. Mr. Scott was born January 21, 1952, in Lancaster, Virginia, to the late, Richard and Goldie Scott. He was employed as an electrician at the shipyard for twenty years before going to work for Vepco. Upon retirement, he opened his own car dealership. “Captain Ralph”...
Sandra Marie Wilson
May 3, 2024
Sandra M. Wilson, age 76, of Hartfield, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Raphael and Hilda Offutt.
During her working career, Sandra was a secretary for the Department of Agriculture while the family was living in Washington, D.C. She loved baseball, bowling, bingo and fishing. Sandra was an amazing cook and loved trying...
John E. Major
Apr 30, 2024
Mr. John E. Major, passed away peacefully at his home on April 30, 2024 with his family by his side.
Mr. Major was a graduate of West Point High School and the University of Richmond. After graduating from college, John moved back to “The Lodge” at Stormont. During his working career, Mr. Major was an inspector for VDOT and worked for...
Joanna Lee Hudgins Mullis Nix
Apr 30, 2024
Joanna Lee Hudgins Mullis Nix, 82, departed this life on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 surrounded by family at her home in New Point, VA. Joanna was a lifelong resident of Mathews, VA and a longstanding member of Beulah Church. At Beulah she held many positions over the years some of which were Sunday School teacher, pianist, organist and choir director....
Bertha Edna Eckert
Apr 29, 2024
Bertha Edna Eckert, passed away Monday afternoon April 29, 2024 at the age of 79. Born on July 3, 1944 in Mt Carmel, PA to the late Bertha (Keown) and Edward Davis. She was surrounded by family. Bertha, also known as Edna, leaves behind a husband of 45 years Maynard “Smoke” and her daughters Dolly Salamone (late Michael), Rochelle...
Lloyd Ronald "Ron" Martin
Apr 29, 2024
Lloyd Ronald “Ron” Martin, 76, of Port Haywood, Virginia passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, at his home. Ron graduated from Amherst County High School where he participated in football, track, and wrestling. He received an award, Prep All American Football 1965, for outstanding performance. He was inducted into the Amherst County Sports Hall of Fame and was...
Barbara Jean Lewandowski
Apr 29, 2024
Barbara Lewandowski, age 81, of Mathews Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 29, 2024 at Heron Cove 2 in Gloucester, Virginia surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Alan Lewandowski. She was a resident of Mathews for over 33 years. Barbara was born in Detroit Michigan. Barbara was an avid quilter and member of...
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