Recent Obituaries
Patricia Mary Sillery
Aug 14, 2024
On August 14, 2024, Patricia Girouard Sillery, of Saluda, aged 70, left us to be with the Lord. She was born to Robert Louis and Irene R. Girouard on October 26, 1953, In Newport News, VA. She was preceded in passing by her grandparents, parents, her brother, Leon Girouard and niece, Deanna Girouard.
She is survived by her loving husband, Lee...
Sandra Hovey
Aug 14, 2024
Sandra L. Hovey from the Urbanna area passed away at the age of 86 on August 14, 2024 after a lengthy time of disability. Sandra (known to her husband of 45 years, as “Sandra Rose”); is survived by her husband Stanford Hovey, her daughter Aubrina Schryer, and her son Eric Schryer and his wife, Susan. She is also survived by...
Estella "Stella" Gates Williams
Aug 14, 2024
Estella (Stella) G. Williams, 91, passed peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. She was born in Utica, NY, on September 22, 1932, to the late Gilman James and Isabell Casalett Gates. She married Arthur S. Williams, Sr. October 16, 1947, and was a devoted wife, as well as, mother to five sons. We will remember how she stayed at Dad’s side...
Vincent Lindell Pletnick
Aug 10, 2024
Vincent Lindell Pletnick, 75, of Port Haywood, Virginia passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Born February 14, 1949, he was the son of the late Tony and Rose Pletnick of New Haven, Connecticut. Vinny, as everyone called him, was a kind-hearted person who loved being with friends and his in-laws. He lost the love of his life, Linda in...
William Christopher Hight
Aug 9, 2024
William Christopher “Bill” Hight, age 81, of Urbanna, a professional collector and unofficial mayor, died August 9, 2024.
The son of Milton Langston “Bill” Hight and Betty Christian Knott, of Henderson NC, and Urbanna Va. Bill was born in Henderson, NC. and began coming to Urbanna as a child, staying in log cabins overlooking the Rappahannock River owned by his family...
Gari Sullivan
Aug 7, 2024
Gari B. Sullivan, age 86, died August 7th, 2024, in Hartfield, VA.
Gari is survived by his wife, Susan Sullivan; daughter, Sidney Sullivan Barnes (George); son, Christopher Sullivan, and his grandson Nicholas Garnett (Ashley).
Gari was born in Fredericksburg, VA. on February 6th, 1938. He was proceeded in death by his parents Sidney and Margaret Sullivan.
He received his Bachelor of Science from...
Barbara Louise Frey
Aug 7, 2024
Barbara Frey, 82, of Port Haywood, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, in Walter Reed Nursing & Rehab in Gloucester, Virginia. She was born in Maryland on July 8, 1942 to William and Mildred Callis. She was a graduate of Adelphi University. Barbara worked for the City of Newport News-Waterworks and retired in late 2008. She loved reading...
Charles Elwood Ball
Aug 7, 2024
Charles Elwood Ball, 79, of Tappahannock, Virginia, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, August 7, 2024. He was born in King and Queen County on July 15, 1945. He was the son of Otha H. Ball and Jennie B. Ball, and was a lifetime member of Howertons Baptist Church. Charles was an Army Veteran serving from October...
Pearl Elizabeth Robinson
Aug 5, 2024
Pearl Elizabeth Robinson, 94, of Tappahannock, Virginia, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tallie Robinson; her brother James A. Brooks, and her sister, Mary. She is survived by her half-sister, Jean Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews. Special thanks to her niece, Shirley Bowen,...
Steven Drew Higginbotham
Aug 4, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce Steven Drew Higginbotham's passing on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Family and friends knew him as Higgie or Swamp Rat. He was born February 15, 1965, and was a long-time resident of Mathews County. He graduated from Mathews High School in 1983. He was a former member of the Flat Iron Hunting Club as well as...
Richard Paul Robins
Aug 2, 2024
Richard, “Pete” Robins, age 82, of Urbanna, passed away on August 2, 2024. He was son of the late Clarence and Irene Robins. A member of Urbanna Baptist Church, Pete served as a deacon and an usher and loved his church family. He was a gentle and loving father and will be missed by many.
A memorial service will be held...
Joyce Rainier Downs
Jul 31, 2024
Joyce Rainier Downs, age 91, of Moon, Virginia entered into the loving arms of her heavenly father on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Joyce was born in Hallieford, Virginia in Mathews County to the late Upsher C. and Mary Lewis Rainier. She was a member of Mathews Baptist Church, the WMU and taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for over...
Robert Christian Haywood
Jul 25, 2024
Robert Christian Haywood, 39, of Susan, Virginia passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Chippenham Hospital. Robert was born December 18, 1984 to Teresa H. Gray and Carlton R. Haywood. He was a commercial waterman who loved working in the waters of Mathews County. He was also a member of Lower Society Car Club.
He was predeceased by his grandmothers,...
Wanda Brooks
Jul 24, 2024
Wanda Taylor Brooks, 64, of Center Cross, VA passed away on July 24, 2024. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 from 12-2:00 p.m. at Faulkner Funeral Homes, Marks-Bristow Chapel, Tappahannock. A graveside service will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Howertons Baptist Church Cemetery, Dunnsville, VA.
Nancy Lee Dixon
Jul 24, 2024
Nancy Lee Dixon, 69, of Saluda, Va, passed away on June 8th, 2024, peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her loving family.
Nancy was born on December 7th, 1954, to parents, Louis and Mary Rohling in Cincinnati, OH. After graduating from McAuley High School in 1973, she went on to study Medical Technology at the University of Cincinnati, and eventually continued...
Frances Balderson Shackelford
Jul 18, 2024
Frances Balderson Shackelford, 94, of Tappahannock, Virginia passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024 from 1-2:00 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. A funeral service will take place at 2:00 p.m. at the church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Wilfried Hoffmann
Jul 13, 2024
Wilfried Hoffmann unexpectedly passed away on July 13, 2024, after spending a life devoted to supporting his family. Born in Germany, Wilfried grew up with his parents Walter and Gertrud Hoffmann in the borough of Bergedorf, just outside Hamburg. Wilfried always enjoyed spending time with friends and family near the Elbe where the seven seas meet at the Port of...
Genevieve Faith " Eevee" Martin
Jul 13, 2024
Genevieve “Eevee” Faith Martin passed a way on Sunday, July 13, 2024. Eevee was born on October 29, 2023 to Jessica Paige and Christopher Martin. She was an overcomer and brought joy, love, and strength to all that knew her. She loved her pacifier and kicking for belly kisses.
She is survived by her mom and dad; her grandmothers, Laura Morgan,...
Patricia Buckley Moss
Jul 13, 2024
**Patricia Buckley Moss (1933-2024): Celebrating the Life of an Iconic American Artist**
Patricia Buckley Moss, widely known as P. Buckley Moss, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024, surrounded by family. With her departure, the art world mourns the loss of a talented and influential artist and philanthropist whose work and charity touched the lives and hearts of countless supporters.
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