Recent Obituaries

Dec 14, 2020

Mary V. Gerdes, 68, of Dunnsville, VA, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 14, 2020.She is survived by her partner, Anne Bullen; daughter, Terry Lee Taylor; sister, Terry Gail Senghas; brother, Albert Driggers; and grandchildren, Mikayla Dunford, and Justin Dunford.Nanny, as she was affectionally called, loved being at the river and watching all her friends as they drove by on...

Dec 12, 2020

Born Betty Jean Adams and raised in the hills of West Virginia, Betty married Anthony and raised their 5 children in New Jersey, then retired to Virginia and Rappahannock Shores. She died on Saturday, December 12, 2020.Living to the venerable age of 95 is bitter sweet. Friends and relatives from her youth have all gone on ahead. She remained strong...

Dec 10, 2020

Captain Robert Roland Hudgins, 91, of Port Haywood, Virginia passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020. He was born on June 11, 1929.He was preceded in death by his parents, George Vernon Hudgins and Mary Hudgins Armistead and stepfather, Harry Armistead; a sister, Elizabeth Jones; brothers, George Vernon Hudgins, Jr. and Eugene C. Hudgins.He is survived by his loving wife...

Dec 9, 2020

Vivian M. Shackelford, 84, of Water View, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Vivian was a member of Hermitage Baptist Church, and an original member of the Water View Volunteer Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary.Survived by; a daughter, Kathy S. Thrift (William); a granddaughter, Sherry Williams (Wesley); and a great grandson, Landon; sister, Mary Ann Dyke (Joe); sister-in-law, Gale Gibson;...

Dec 9, 2020

John Edmond Curfman, Jr., 91, of Port Haywood, Virginia passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 9, 2020.He was the owner and operator of Woodstock Auto Repairs in Port Haywood, Virginia. Edmond loved and collected antique cars, radios and many other things.He was predeceased by his wife, Jane Diggs Curfman. He is survived by his sons, John Edmond (Eddie)...

Dec 8, 2020

With deepest sorrow, we announce that our most beloved son, brother, and husband, Joe S. Nelson, 26, has passed. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, he was called home the morning of December 8, 2020. Joe was blessed to have had his last wish fulfilled as he passed on from the comfort of his Gloucester home, with his...

Dec 5, 2020

Dec 1, 2020

Lacy Levi Fletcher, 70, of Mathews, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. He worked as a surveyor for Flora Surveying Associates and was a member of the VFW.He is preceded in death by his parents, Levi U. Fletcher and Ernestine Fletcher. He is survived by his son, Lacy Levi Fletcher, Jr. and wife Erica of Princeton, West Virginia;...

Dec 1, 2020

Lewis S. “Butch” Liverman, Jr., 76 of Urbanna, Va., passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 32 years, Theresa Bristow Liverman; his two sons Eric Liverman (Liz) of Wilson, North Carolina and Evan Liverman (Sherri) of Saluda, Virginia; stepchildren David Bristow (Lee) of Richmond, Virginia, BooBoo Bristow (Sabrina) of Shacklefords,...

Nov 30, 2020

Ellen Matthews Lynch Blanock, 66, of Powhatan, Virginia passed away at her home peacefully after a long illness on Monday, November 30, 2020. She was born in Lebanon, Russell County, Virginia on March 13, 1954.She was a graduate of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and was an avid Tar Heels fan. Ellen also enjoyed spending time at the...

Nov 28, 2020

Kay F. Seay of Hardyville, Virginia passed peacefully on November 28, 2020. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Lee A. Seay Jr.: Daughter, Ginger Haberstroh (Frankie), Grandchildren: Amber Seay-Hatton (James), Christopher Haberstroh, Kelleigh Seay, Great-Grandchildren: Kayla, Jacob, and Peyton, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her son Joseph B. Seay.Graveside services...

Nov 26, 2020

Edward Nelson Diggs passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at the age of 93. He was preceded in death by his son, William E. Diggs. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Louise; a daughter, Susan Mangerchine (Mike); his sons, James Diggs (Mary), Richard Diggs (Lloydette) and George "Andy" Diggs (Kim); 11 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and also...

Nov 26, 2020

Agnes Dale Andrews, of Essex County, Virginia, passed away on November 26, 2020, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on December 29, 1953, and raised in Rexburg, Virginia.Agnes was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Jackson Andrews and George Sidney Boughan Andrews; sisters, Julia Andrews Allen and Rhonda Lee Andrews; and longtime companion, Charles Williamson...

Nov 26, 2020

Donald Horner (Donnie) 75, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 26, 2020, at his residence in Tappahannock, Va. He retired from West Vaco as an electrician. He was well known in the area for his electrical skills, therefore, he continued working with a contractor throughout his retirement.Donnie is survived by his mother, Edith Horner of Prince George, Va., his brothers,...

Nov 25, 2020

Annetta Joann Studer, 86, passed away Wednesday November 25, 2020 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. The family would like to thank all the staff at Riverside Walter Reed Cancer center for their incredible care and kindness. A special thank you to everyone at Riverside Hospice in Gloucester for helping us through this time.A memorial service will be...

Nov 22, 2020

Faustina Agumby Foote, 81, of Hartfield, VA, completed this life’s journey with flourish on November 22, 2020 and begins her journey in the arms of her savior. Beloved wife and mother, Tina was a master gardener, accomplished bowler, avid rummy and euchre player and wonderful hostess. She truly enjoyed taking care those around her. She showed her love through food,...

Nov 22, 2020

William Brian “Willie B” Owens passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the age of 60. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jean Owens and his brother, Randy Owens.He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Catherine; son, Brian Owens; brother, John Owens (Cathy); sisters, Vickie Morgan, Brenda Close and Judy Hash (Wayne); in...

Nov 21, 2020

Helen Virginia Norton Haley was born to Hervey and Beulah Norton of Deltaville, Virginia on March 28, 1924 and passed away on November 21, 2020 at Commonwealth Senior Living Gloucester House.Helen married Bernard E. “Dick” Haley of West Point on July 3, 1942. She and Dick lived in Richmond before they moved to Deltaville in 1986. During her career, she...

Nov 21, 2020

Lloyd Dean Ware, 81, of Jamaica passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020. He was a U.S. Air Force and Navy veteran having served two tours in Vietnam.L.D., as he was known to his friends, enjoyed fishing, good music and spending time in his garage completing various projects.He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Valerie Jones Ware; sons,...

Nov 20, 2020

Goldie Lee Wallace, 90, of Farmville and Tappahannock, Va, passed away on November 20, 2020. She was an LPN at Southside Community Hospital, and loved her patients and co-workers. She enjoyed life and loved her family. Spending time with her husband and grandson brought her great joy. As a member of Farmville Baptist Church, she served her Lord and her...