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James David Sulin

James David Sulin

Jun 8, 2024

[The screen fades from darkness, revealing a starry expanse, galaxies swirling in the cosmic dance.]

IN A GALAXY OF GRIEF

As the stars weep their silent tears, we gather to honor the memory of James David Sulin, a cherished soul who departed to the great beyond on June 8, 2024.

[Cut to a serene planet, where mourners clad in robes of mourning gather beneath...

William "Buck" McKinley Ballard, Jr.

William "Buck" McKinley Ballard, Jr.

May 27, 2024

William “Buck” McKinley Ballard, Jr, 62 of Spotsylvania, VA passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024.  A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, 3 p.m. at Little’s Funeral Home, Smithfield, VA.  Online condolences may be registered at www.littlesfuneralhome.com.

Rodney Keith Burch

Rodney Keith Burch

May 25, 2024

Rodney Keith Burch, 64, of Smithfield passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024.  He was the son of the late Lee Oliver Burch, Sr and Shirley Maxeen Wade Burch. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda Lee Cook. Rod is survived by his wife of thirty years, Viki Burch; daughter, Christina Leigh Marley (Chris); sons, Justin Keith...

The Honorable Robert Brooks Edwards

The Honorable Robert Brooks Edwards

May 13, 2024

The Honorable Robert Brooks Edwards died at his home in Smithfield on May 13. Son of R. Franklin Edwards and Arbee Rasar Edwards, he was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on November 7, 1937 and grew up in Smithfield from the age of six. He graduated from Smithfield High School in 1954, University of Richmond in 1958, and University of Virginia...

Joseph Sanford Batten

Joseph Sanford Batten

May 11, 2024

Joseph S. Batten of Carrollton, VA went to his heavenly home on May 11, 2024 at the age of 82. He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife and best friend, Brenda, of 60 years; children, Beth Oakes and Jeff Batten, his wife Tiffany of Carrollton, VA; “adopted son” Scott Joyce of Newport News, VA; sister Mary Crocker; two...

Sue Perry Plummer

Sue Perry Plummer

May 9, 2024

It is with deep sadness the family of Sue Perry Plummer announces her passing on May 9, 2024, at Riverside Regional Medical Center with her children and grandchildren at her side. Sue was born on February 2, 1936, in Booneville, Mississippi, to Edwin Massey Perry and Helen Loftis Perry. Sue is preceded in death by her parents, husband Curt, and...

Ronald Wayne Edwards

Ronald Wayne Edwards

May 8, 2024

Ronald Wayne Edwards, 59. of Smithfield, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.  He was the son of the late Margaret Leigh Edwards.  He is survived by his aunt Barbara Jean Edwards.  Known as “Fat Boy” to those close to him.  He was a life long member of Smithfield Hunt Club, where he spent many hours in the woods with...

Brenda Caldwell Ealy

Brenda Caldwell Ealy

May 7, 2024

We are sad to announce the passing of Brenda Caldwell Ealy, 77, of Smithfield, Virginia on May 7, 2024. Her proudest titles were Mom and Nana. 

 

She was born to the late Ralph Caldwell and Lutitia Robinson on March 22, 1947. She was raised with her brother Ralph “Sammy” (Ruth) Caldwell and late sister Shirley (Jerry) Hansbrough.

 

Brenda was the heart of...

Margaret Moody Jones

Margaret Moody Jones

May 7, 2024

Margaret Moody Jones, 72, of Smithfield passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Nelson Parker Moody Sr. and Rita Lee Walker Moody. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Horace “Butch” Garns Jones, Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Maggie Jones Swan (Brandon) and Holly Suzanne Potter (Mike); grandchildren, Alexis,...

Joseph Wayne Bryant

Joseph Wayne Bryant

May 3, 2024

Joseph Wayne Bryant, 61 of Ivor, VA, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024 at home with his family by his side.  He was the son of Phyllis Clark Bryant and the late Samuel Thomas Bryant, Sr.  He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Tamela Thomas Bryant; daughters, Katie Jo Epperson (Josh) and Melinda Dixon; son, Marshall Bryant...

Jack Monroe Jones

Jack Monroe Jones

Apr 30, 2024

Jack Monroe Jones, 92, of Ivor passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was the son of the

late Herbert Linwood Jones and Minnie Virginia Bulls Jones. He was also preceded in death by

his wife of 69 years, Lucille Gray Jones. He is survived by his daughters, Barbara J. Hunter

(Billy), Brenda J. Crofts (Jim) and Wendy L. Sims (Carson); son,...

Timothy David Keegan

Timothy David Keegan

Apr 28, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Timothy D. Keegan, 60, of Corning, New York. Timothy, a child of God and man of unwavering faith, passed from this earth into Heaven’s gates on April 28, 2024, leaving a void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Timothy was...

Lynda Lee Culpepper Caldwell

Lynda Lee Culpepper Caldwell

Apr 26, 2024

Lynda Lee Culpepper Caldwell, 79, of Smithfield, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, April 26, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Culpepper and Lucy Blanche Addison Culpepper.

She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Marion Conrad Caldwell; daughters, Tara Heinchon Arnett (Gabriel) and Mary Georgianna Caldwell; sons, Scott Andrew Heinchon (Leah) and Shawn Addison...

Herbert Timothy Little

Herbert Timothy Little

Apr 24, 2024

Herbert Timothy Little passed away after a brief illness on April 24, 2024, in Memphis, TN at the

age of 82, surrounded by his children, Tim and Whitney Jo. 

Tim is predeceased by his mother, Edythe Bausell Little, his father, Herbert Floyd Little,

his wife of 25 years and the mother of his children, Judy Melchor Little, and his recently

deceased wife, Delores Rodman....

Joanne Turner Carroll

Joanne Turner Carroll

Apr 20, 2024

Joanne Turner Carroll, 88, of Smithfield, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, surrounded by her family.  She was the daughter of the late Thurman Turner and Virginia Anne Wilson Turner.  She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Wade Carroll.  She is survived by her daughters, Linda Sue Mitchell (Joey), Jo Ray Johnson (Dale), Anne Rainey (Bruce) and...

William "Bill" Nelson Moore, Jr.

William "Bill" Nelson Moore, Jr.

Apr 18, 2024

William “Bill” Nelson Moore, Jr, 45, of Smithfield passed away on Thursday April 18, 2024.  He was the son of Olivia Stallings Hilliard and the late William N. Moore, Sr.  He is survived by his brothers, Jason Moore (Morgan), Earl Edwards (Laura) and Andy Edwards; nieces and nephews, Harrison Moore, Blair Moore, Dylan Edwards, Cohen Edwards and Holt Edwards; and...

Johnathan Zackery Phillips

Johnathan Zackery Phillips

Apr 15, 2024

Johnathan Zackery Phillips, age 27, born November 23rd 1996 left the earth for everlasting peace on April 15th 2024. He is survived by his mother, Tamra Swafford, Father, Daryl Swafford, and 2 sisters, Carolayn Francis and Alexandriea Shults.

Johnathan was a free spirited individual who loved the outdoors and extreme sports. While he was mostly private and reserved, he always seemed...

Barbara Boles Hubble

Barbara Boles Hubble

Apr 5, 2024

Barbara Boles Hubble, beloved wife, mother, and friend passed away on April 5, 2024 at home. She was surrounded by her loving family as she peacefully transitioned from this life. Barbara was born on September 18, 1937, in Martinsville, VA, to Rufus H. Boles and Annie Mae Fulton Boles.Barbara’s warmth and generosity touched the lives of all who had the...

William Benjamin Edwards

William Benjamin Edwards

Apr 3, 2024

William Benjamin Edwards, 89, passed away peacefully in Surry, VA on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, and proudly served in US Army during the Korean War.William is preceded in death by his devoted wife Sybil Davis Edwards; his parents Willie and Jewel Edwards; and sons William B. (Steve) Edwards Jr. and Scott Pepper. He leaves...

Wilbur Newton Miller

Wilbur Newton Miller

Mar 31, 2024

On March 31, 2024, Wilbur Newton Miller, 92, was called to his heavenly home to live with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

He is reunited with his parents, William and Mary Etta Miller. He was also pre-deceased by eight brothers and sisters, Lemuel, Rob, Oakly, Estelle, Mildred, Vie, Juanita and Edith.

Wilbur was a loving, devoted husband to Nelcene for 73...

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