Obituaries

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...

Aug 12, 2023

Aug 7, 2023

IN LOVING MEMORY

Delores Alexander Johnson

Sunrise 5-19-1939

Sunset 8- 7-2023

Delores was born in Penola, Va. She was raised in Caroline County and graduated from Union High School. She became a member of the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith at a young age. She was a lifelong member and served in several positions including: Usher, choir member, kitchen...

Aug 1, 2023

“But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.” Psalm 37:11

Mary Watson Moore transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. She was born May 6, 1943, to Daisy Mae Watson and the late Thomas Watson. She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Watson.

At an early...

Jul 26, 2023

Rosie Delane Baylor, lovingly known as “Rosalane,” was quietly called home on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at St. Mary’s Bon Secours Hospital in Richmond, VA. Waiting with open arms to greet her at heaven's door were her two brothers Robert and William Baylor and sister Mary Baylor Banks ``Sister" who preceded her in death.

Rosie was born on July 29, 1952...

Jul 24, 2023

Ricardo Chen, Sr., 67, transitioned from labor to reward peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023, surrounded by his wife, sons, and family at home. Ricardo left this world after a long battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, cherished memories, and, most of all, his passion for Kung Fu. Ricardo was a quiet unwavering soul that loved...

Jul 24, 2023

Harrison Benjamin Payton was born in King George County, Virginia on March 6, 1929, to the late Silas Payton and Alberta Hodge. He quietly put on his gold and white wings to fly peacefully home on July 24, 2023.

Affectionately known to family and friends as “Granddad”, “Uncle Harrison”, “Harry” or “Hus”, he would always find time to give a hand up, and...

Jul 16, 2023

Cleo was born on Friday, July 18, 1930 to parents Bennie and Rosa Gaines in Hustle, Virginia. On Sunday, July 16, 2023, Cleo was called from her earthly journey to her heavenly home by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Cleo was preceded in death by her husband Russell; parents Bennie and Rosa Gaines; brothers: Morrell, Herman, Clinton, Bennie, Oscar and...

Jul 9, 2023

Sarah Ann Washington Jefferson, 74, of King George, VA, went to sing and dance in heaven with the angels on July 9, 2023 after a long battle with illness.

Sarah was born December 14, 1948 to Garnett and Elizabeth Washington in Spotsylvania County. She was a true country girl who graduated from John J. Wright in 1967. She, later on went...

Jul 8, 2023

Tiara Onay McDowney, 22, of King George, VA was surrounded by her loving family as she passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023 at her home. She was born in Fredericksburg, VA on October 9, 2000.

Tiara attended King George County schools and graduated with honors in 2019. Following high school graduation, she attended Virginia State University. During the COVID pandemic,...

Jul 6, 2023

Geraldine Marie Cole was born on July 12, 1955, to parents James Dudley and Mary Agnes Elizabeth (Dorsey) Cole. She was educated in the Charles County, Maryland Public School System, where she graduated from LaPlata High School, LaPlata Maryland.

After graduating from High School, she was employed by Charles County Board of Education where she worked in the printing department for...