James "Jim" Henry Burnes
Jul 4, 2025
James Henry Burnes, a devoted family man and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4th, 2025, at the age of 79 surrounded by his family in South Boston, Virginia. Born on a August 6th, 1945, James, affectionately known as Jim, lived a life full of warmth, humor, and service.
Jim’s formative years were spent in fervent dedication to his...
Jason "Jake" Eugene Watts
Jul 1, 2025
Jason Eugene Watts, known to his family and friends as "Jake", passed away on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, at the age of 50. Jason was born on October 1st, 1974, and was the son of Leon and Bettye Shotwell Watts.
Jake had a spirit that was equally adventurous as it was compassionate. A lover of the outdoors, he found peace and...
Ann Davis Wagstaff Dembroski
Jul 1, 2025
Ann Carter Davis Wagstaff Dembroski, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in Clarksville, Virginia. Born on September 11, 1941 in Mecklenburg County, Virginia, Ann lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure until the age of 83.
Ann spent the first 50 years of her life in western Mecklenburg County and 12 years...
Glenn Leslie Jernigan
Jun 29, 2025
Glenn Leslie Jernigan, a resident of South Boston, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Florida on February 1, 1954, Glenn was a beloved partner, uncle, and friend who touched the lives of many around him with his warmth and generosity.
A dedicated craftsman, Glenn spent his career in restoration, specializing in...
Christopher George Vaganos
Jun 19, 2025
Christopher George Vaganos, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19th, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on November 25th, 1934, in the charming town of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, Chris lived a life marked by dedication, curiosity, and love.
Chris touched the lives of many through his work as a high school teacher. His passion for mathematics and astronomy wasn't just confined...
Ralph Montgomery Allgood
Jun 18, 2025
Ralph "Pete" Montgomery Allgood, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, in Louisburg, NC. Born on Saturday, May 10th, 1941, at home in Baskerville, Virginia, Pete lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure until the age of 84.
Pete was affectionately known as "The Mama's Boy" and cherished his family deeply....
Wayne "Andy" Anderson Wilkerson
Jun 5, 2025
Wayne "Andy" Anderson Wilkerson, of South Boston, VA passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 5th, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on Wednesday, October 4th, 1961, in South Boston, VA, Andy grew up in the Finchley community near Clarksville, VA and graduated from Bluestone Senior High School in 1980. Andy lived a life marked by kindness, dedication,...
Carol Bowes Hughes
Jun 5, 2025
Carol Bowes Hughes, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 5th, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born on September 23rd, 1933 to the late Robert Bowes and the late Annie Dixon Bowes and was married to the late Robert Stanley Hughes. Carol was a cherished resident of South Boston, Virginia, where she...
Patricia Hatcher Teller
May 29, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Hatcher Teller, a beloved mother, and cherished member of the Burkeville community. She left this world peacefully on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the age of 92.
Born on Sunday, April 30, 1933, Patricia was the devoted daughter of the late Duria and Nellie Hatcher. She was a loving...
Victor Bruce Parizo
May 26, 2025
Victor Bruce Parizo passed away peacefully on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Those closest to him believe it was no coincidence that God chose this meaningful day to honor Bruce’s lifelong devotion to his family, his community, and his country. Bruce was born in Sidney, New York, to Helen and Victor Parizo on August 27,...
Carolyn Conner
May 26, 2025
Carolyn Dale Moorefield Conner of Scottsburg, VA passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at the age of 80. She was born in Halifax County on September 25, 1944. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton "Tiny" Conner.
Carolyn worked at Wabash for many years before the company closed. She loved her flowers and most importantly, she loved her...
Rush Andrew Lawrence
May 21, 2025
It's amazing how quickly you can change in such a short period of time, but that's what has happened.
Rush Andrew Lawrence entered this world without a heartbeat May 21st, 2025 at 7:46pm. Rush is survived by his parents, Sean and Audrey; siblings, Miles, Maxwell, Lacey, Bella and Brad, grandparents, Deb Lawrence and Christopher Yaure, Jeffrey and Rhonda Lawrence, Tamlyn Jordan,...
Talmadge Pendleton Whitt
May 21, 2025
Talmadge Pendleton Whitt, a lifelong resident of Halifax County, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on June 19th, 1940, in Halifax County, he was the son of the late Johnnie Green Whitt and Ida Ford Whitt.
Talmadge grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of Virginia, instilling in him a profound love for...
Phillip Stanley "Stan" Wilborn II
May 20, 2025
Mr. Phillip Stanley "Stan" Wilborn II died on May 21, 2025 at the age of 64. He was born in Danville, VA on August 4, 1960 to the late Phillip S. Wilborn and Sylvia Lassiter Wilborn.
Stan enjoyed playing golf in Southern Pines and Pinehurst. He also enjoyed watching and rooting on his favorite sports teams. Stan owned a Transportation company...
Jerry Allen Wilborne
May 19, 2025
Mr. Jerry Allen Wilborne of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away on May 19, 2025 at the age of 73. Jerry was born in South Boston, VA on November 30, 1951 to Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Davis Wilborne, Jr. and was a 1970 graduate of Halifax County High School. He continued his education by attending Danville Community College where he received...
Patsy Bunn Owen
May 14, 2025
Patsy Bunn Owen, 83, of Mecklenburg County, Virginia, passed away peacefully on May 14th, 2025 surrounded by family and love. Born on March 3, 1942, to Barry Henry Bunn and Carriebet Mulchi Bunn, Patsy lived a life defined by kindness, strength, and a deep appreciation for life’s simple joys. Patsy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ray Fuller...
Jacob Aaron Harris
May 13, 2025
Jacob Aaron Harris, 30, of Buffalo Junction, VA, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Born on March 27, 1995, Jacob brought joy and light to the lives of all who knew him. He was a devoted father, loving partner, dedicated son, and cherished brother.
Jacob found his professional calling under a sub contractor at Microsoft, where he worked as...
Mary Betty Bass
May 12, 2025
Mrs. Mary Betty Solomon Bass of Dan River Church Rd, South Boston died Monday, May 12, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born on October 25, 1931 to the late James Otey Solomon and Elsie Burton Solomon and was married to the late J. Dean Bass.
Mrs. Bass was a homemaker and a seamstress at Leggett’s making beautiful draperies...
Oliver Adams
May 5, 2025
Oliver Henry Adams, 86, of Nathalie, VA, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025. Born on December 31, 1938, in Hartford, Connecticut Oliver lived a full and spirited life marked by his love for cars, animals, music, and making others laugh. As a gifted car salesman, he was proud to have been recognized as a Top Saab Salesman in the...
Terry Wayne Dales
May 3, 2025
Terry Wayne Dales, 62, passed away at his home on May 3, 2025. Born December 15, 1962 in Columbus, OH, he was the son of the late Lee S. Dales and Lorene McComas Dales.
Terry was employed as a concrete truck driver. He was an avid baseball, basketball, and football fan and loved the Cincinnati Reds, LA Lakers, and the Dallas...
