Bonnie Mills Shotwell
Jun 1, 2026
Bonnie Mills Shotwell of Alton passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1st, 2026, at the age of 82. She was born in Halifax County on March 23, 1944 to the late William Billy Mills and the late Louise Chappell Mills. Their guiding presence played a pivotal role in shaping the kind-hearted woman Bonnie became, and now they are joyfully reunited....
Byron Kevin Hamby
May 31, 2026
Byron Kevin Hamby of South Boston passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the age of 55. He was born on January 8, 1971.
Byron was a former technician with Brightspeed.
Arrangements are by Brooks Lyon Funeral and Cremation Services, 115 Main Street, South Boston, VA.
Barbara Ann Hall
May 31, 2026
Barbara Ann Hall passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at her home in Vernon Hill, Virginia. She was 77 years old. Born on April 5, 1949, in Halifax County, Virginia to the late John Elmo Lloyd and Elizabeth Hughes Lloyd. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Hall.
She dedicated her life to being a devoted...
Janet Scott Owen
May 28, 2026
Janet Scott Owen of South Boston passed away on May 28, 2026 at the age of 71. She was born on September 30, 1954 to the late John Henry Owen, Jr. and the late Martha Moore Owen.
Janet was employed as a traveling nurse and also worked at Mecklenburg Correctional Center.
She is survived by a brother, John Henry Owen, III (Frances)...
Linda Maxey Hamlett
May 28, 2026
Linda Maxey Hamlett, 70 years old of Alton, Virginia, passed away on May 28th 2026 at her home, surrounded by love.
She was born on July 3rd, 1955, in Martinsville, Virginia to Virginia Irene Maxey and William E. Maxey Jr. Throughout her life she was known for her kindness, warmth and strength. She had a way of making everyone feel like...
Thomas Clifton Coleman III
May 25, 2026
Thomas Clifton Coleman, III, “Tommy,” was born on November 9, 1950, and passed away on May 25, 2026, on his 52nd wedding anniversary he shared with his beloved wife, Mary William. Tommy was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and dedicated public servant. Tommy lived a life defined by service, leadership, and unwavering love for his family and community....
Mario Carlo Scappino Sr.
May 21, 2026
Mario Carlo Scappino Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21st, 2026, at the age of 85 in Clarksville, VA. Born on November 30th, 1940, Mario lived a life filled with love, dedication, and passion.
Mario proudly served his country as a Navy Operations Intelligence Specialist, a role that suited his keen intellect and...
Delores Newby Griffin
May 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Delores Newby Griffin, who departed this world on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on January 4, 1946, in the peaceful town of Bullock, NC, Delores was a treasured soul who enriched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Delores resided in...
Margaret "Midge" Ann Morgan
May 17, 2026
Our beloved mother, Margaret (“Midge”) Morgan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Calyx Living in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina.
Born on March 16, 1937, in Franklin, North Carolina, she was the daughter of John Harry Thomas and Genette Mallonee Thomas. She was a devoted wife to James (“Jim”) Harry Morgan, her husband of sixty-seven years, as well as a...
Lisa Mae Glasscock Fitts
May 14, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lisa Mae Glasscock Fitts, who departed this life on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the age of 56. She was born on May 7, 1970, in Mecklenburg County, to the late John Herbert Glasscock and Betty Jane Stembridge Glasscock. Lisa was married to Danny Lee Fitts, who survives. Together,...
Penny Lou Powell-Woody
May 9, 2026
Penny Lou Powell-Woody of Sutherlin passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the age of 63. She was born on Thursday, September 20, 1962, in Mebane, North Carolina to the late Walter Hubert Powell and Doris Fuqua Powell. She was married to James Woody, who survives.
Penny was a cherished and devoted mother who found immense joy in her children...
Shaun Emory Waldrep
May 9, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shaun Emory Waldrep, a beloved father, Son, brother, grandson, and friend. Born on April 26, 1982, Shaun left us unexpectedly on May 9, 2026. A resident of Nelson, VA, Shaun was known for his vibrant spirit and heartwarming humor.
Shaun was the devoted owner and operator of SW Asphalt Paving...
Cuyler Leonard Wentz Sr.
May 5, 2026
Cuyler Leonard "C.L." Wentz Sr., beloved father, grandfather, brother, and treasured friend to many, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on April 9th, 1946, C.L. graced the world with his warmth, humor, and dedication to family and community.
C.L. spent most of his life in Halifax County, later residing in Danville, VA, and...
Aidyn Bruce Slagle-Morgan
May 3, 2026
Aidyn Bruce Slagle-Morgan, infant son of Lindsey Diane Slagle and Tyrese Louis Morgan was delivered on May 3, 2026, at Virginia Baptist Hospital in Lynchburg, VA. Some people only dream of angels, but we held one in our arms. The footprint he left on our hearts is eternal. While he never had the chance to walk on this earth, he...
Betty Gay Gould
May 3, 2026
Clarksville legend, Betty Gould, 94, passed away on May 3, 2026, surrounded by her family Betty Gay Crowder Gould, a beloved and unmistakable presence in Clarksville, passed away after 94 bold, beautiful and joyous years. She was one of the most magical people in many of our lives—and a force in the Clarksville community for decades. Known for her creativity,...
Michael Lester Thompson
Apr 26, 2026
Michael "Mike" Lester Thompson, age 68, of Scottsburg, VA., passed away on April 26, 2026. He was born in Halifax County on June 29, 1957 to Eunice Hamlett Hux and John Thompson.
Mike was employed by the Virginia Department of Corrections where he retired after 25 years of service. Mike was known for his wicked sense of humor which helped him...
Onie Sullivan Gould
Apr 24, 2026
Onie Sullivan Gould of Clarksville passed away Friday, April 24, 2026 at the age of 100. She was born on August 23, 1925 to the late Thomas Eli Sullivan and Mary Smiley Sullivan. Onie was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Wootton Gould.
Onie, better known as Miss Onie or Hamma by those closest to her, was a kind and...
Ted Wesley Dalton
Apr 21, 2026
Ted Wesley Dalton, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21st, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on August 15th, 1955, he was the son of the late Bobbie Ray Dalton and Doris Flinn Dalton, who survives.
Ted spent his life devotedly working beside family on the tobacco farm, and learning the values of hard...
Kimberly Clyde Skipper
Apr 20, 2026
Kimberly Clyde Buchanan Skipper, 58, of Clarksville passed away April 20th of 2026. She was born to Annie Bell and Clyde Buchanan on February 1st, 1968 on Bergstrom AFB in Austin, Texas. Although born in Texas, she grew up in Altha, Florida, graduating from Altha Highschool in 1986 and later from Chipola Junior College in 1988. She went on to...
Jerry Thomas Short
Apr 20, 2026
Jerry Thomas Short, 68, of Nathalie, Virginia, passed peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Virginia on January 22, 1958, Jerry was a cherished son of the late Russell Franklin Short Sr. and Annie Virginia Short. He was married to Pamela Brizendine Short, who survives.
Jerry grew up with a strong love for the outdoors,...
