Obituaries

Jun 16, 2024

Bernice Frances Ferguson, 90, of Supply departed this life on June 16 at her home. She is survived by 3 sons, Larry, Johnny and Karl Ferguson of Supply. One brother William Holmes of Ladysmith. 

May 26, 2024

About 650 feet south of 22462 File Road, Bowling Green, Virginia (at a location previously known as “Edmond Berry”), stood a large Colonial Saltbox style home, owned by Rev. Dr. Chester A. Lindsey and his wife Lelia B. Lindsey.

On July 17, 1918, in one of the upper rooms of the home, Olivia Beatrice Lindsey was born.  She became the eldest...

May 26, 2024

In loving memory of Norman L. Jett, Sr., who peacefully passed away at the age of 85. Norman was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend whose kindness and wisdom touched the lives of many. Born on April 7, 1939, in Washington DC to the late David and Naomi Jett, he lived a life filled with love, laughter,...

May 14, 2024

Our hearts were broken when our beloved Gail O. Hodge suddenly moved from this earthly home into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. She moved to her eternal home residing with the King with a brand-new body free of diabetes and its many complications. She is living a new life walking on the...

May 7, 2024

On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, Edith Maria (Thompson) Johnson, loving wife, mother and sister transitioned from her earthly life at the age of seventy years young, surrounded by her loving family. Edith was born on December 29, 1953 to the late Sydney Fairfax Thompson and Thelma Elizabeth Thompson in Indian Head, Maryland.

Edith was preceded in death by her parents, sister...

Apr 10, 2024

Curtis Lee Jones was born on February 6, 1944, in King George, Virginia. He was the eldest child of the late Phillip and Viola Ware Jones.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Sterling Thomas Jones, and Charles Wayne Jones.

He attended Essex County Public Schools in Tappahannock, Virginia. He worked for TNT Construction/Masonry in Maryland for many years and where...

Mar 26, 2024

Ms. Ida C. Lewis was born on June 16, 1926, in Spotsylvania County to the late Elton D. Lewis and Catherine M. Clarke. She was called home to be with the Lord on March 26, 2024, in the comfort of her home and surrounded by family. She was a loving sister to her only sibling, her brother, Elton C. Lewis,...

Mar 5, 2024

Fannie B. Woolfolk, affectionately known to most as Babysis, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at her residence, two days before her 68th birthday. Babysis was born on March 7, 1956 to the late Freddie and Fannie Brooks.

Babysis accepted Christ as her Lord and Saviour at an early age at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Supply, VA where she...

Dec 22, 2023

Beatrice S. Holmes was born on February 3, 1935 to the late Minnie Carter Scott and Earl Henry Scott.  She departed this life on December 22, 2023 at her home, committed to Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.

Beatrice was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Leonard L. Holmes.

Beatrice was a member of People’s Union...

Dec 13, 2023

Peacefully, on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Spotsylvania Regional Hospital, Fredericksburg, VA., the Lord called our loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend to her eternal home. 

Charlena Letitia Harvey was born on February 27, 1976, to her parents, Diane Peyton and the late Shelton Whiting. Charlena accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at Salem Baptist...

Dec 12, 2023

Nov 22, 2023

Charles D. Holmes, 65, of King George, Virginia entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 22, 20 2 3. He was born on December 2, 1957 to Daniel Holmes and the late Berth a Holmes. In addition to his mother, Charles was preceded in death by his sisters Sophia Alleyne and Brenda King . At a young age, Charles became...

Nov 21, 2023

On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 our loving mother, Margaret R. Gaines, answered the call from our Heavenly Father to transition from her earthly home to her eternal home. Sister Margaret was born on February 18, 1928 in Wake Forest, NC to the late Edward and Mary Rogers Richardson. Her siblings, Kenneth and Rhonda Gaines, preceded her in death.

Margaret received...

Nov 16, 2023

On Thursday, November 16, 2023 another angel gained her wings.  Virginia Louise Hubbard, affectionately known as “Puddin,” was born on May 19, 1949 to the late James Henry and Daisy Mae McDowney.  Virginia was preceded in death by her daughter Alice Parker “Lisa,” her parents James and Daisy McDowney, her brother Melvin McDowney and her nephew Robert Lee McDowney.

Virginia...

Nov 6, 2023

Noland Harris was born on August 4, 1947 in Washington, DC to the late Wallace and Mary Harris. He was one of six children. On the morning of October 6, 2023 with his beloved wife and bonus son by his side, he peacefully earned his wings and ascended to heaven. At an early age, Noland accepted Christ and was baptized.

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Oct 22, 2023

Anthony E. Clarke, 42, of King George county formerly of Hustle departed this life on October 22, 2023.

He is survived by: his mother, Helen Gray ( William Gray) of King George, his father, Llewylen Clarke of Norfolk, two sisters: Victoria Coleman (Roger Coleman) and Shiffon Baylor (James Baylor) both of King George and 2 brothers: Llewylen Clarke of South...

Oct 9, 2023

Ruth O. McMillian was born on January 29, 1949 and departed this earthly life on October 9, 2023. She was one of twelve children born to Edward and Rebecca Alexander of Milford, Virginia. After attending Caroline Public Schools, Ruth moved to Washington, DC. She went to work for the United States Government Printing Office. It was there that she met...

Sep 30, 2023

Adelaide Winifred Woolfolk Robinson was peacefully called to eternal rest on September 30, 2023 at her home in Washington, D.C. Adelaide was born on July 14, 1927 in Ruther Glen, VA to Alfred Woolfolk and Onie Fields. She was one of twelve children. She enjoyed the country life and growing up in rural Ruther Glen with her siblings. Life in...

Aug 17, 2023

Bernard “Bernie” A. Strother, Jr. received his wings on August 17, 2023. Bernard was born on June 11, 1993, in Washington, DC to Avis Mack-Ivey. Bernard attended King George High School and began his career as a junior volunteer firefighter at King George Fire and Rescue Services. After graduating high school on June 11, 2011, Bernard enlisted in the United...

Aug 16, 2023

It was once said that, not just life, but a good life, is to be valued above all. With over 89 years of a Godly filled life, the days and times of Deaconess Willette McDowney Davis Greene were valued beyond measure.

She was the daughter of the late Ernest Andrew and Mary Emma Lomax McDowney. Willette graced the world with her...