Obituaries

Dec 16, 2023

Michael Powers Allen of Nathalie passed away at Lynchburg General Hospital on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at the age of 66.  He was born in Halifax County on February 18, 1957 to the late Marion Moncure Allen and the late Mary Maloney "Jill" Allen.

Michael was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and served on...

Dec 11, 2023

Steven Glenn Main of South Boston passed away at his home on Monday, December 11, 2023 at the age of 68.  He was born in Vermont on November 3, 1955 to the late Norman Main and the late Phyllis Squiers Main. He was a native of Bennington, Vermont and had lived in Halifax County for about 13 years. He...

Dec 10, 2023

Freddie Mikel Pulliam of Virgilina, VA passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the age of 61.  He was born in Halifax County on March 11, 1962 to the late Frank Edward Pulliam and the late Adele Cox Pulliam.

Freddie loved to fish, hunt and spend time with his family. He was a loving Dad, Papa,...

Dec 9, 2023

Gayle Patricia Bowen Riggan, of Buffalo Junction, VA. went to her heavenly home on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the age of 84. Born in Buffalo Junction, VA on November 11, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Ellis and Alma Tuck Bowen and was married to William Herbert Riggan, who survives.  Gayle's family includes her loving husband,...

Dec 7, 2023

Robert Wise Wall of South Boston passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at the age of 90.  He was born in Mecklenburg County on April 23, 1933 to the late Willie Wise Wall and the late Etta Keeton Wall. He is survived by his wife, Lou Etta Pruitt Wall of 72 years.

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Dec 5, 2023

Herbert Leo "Bert" Bedard, of South Boston, VA, passed away on December 05, 2023 at the age of 73.  Bert was born on August 22, 1950 to Edward F. Bedard and Mary Fay Singleton Bedard in Norwood, Mass.  Bert worked as a Security Guard for ABB.  His real passions were in collecting, especially western memorabilia, 50s-60s music, and JFK...

Dec 3, 2023

Byron Keith Puryear of Virgilina, Virginia passed away at his residence on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at the age of 55.  Born in Roxboro, NC, on January 16, 1968, he was the son of Thomas Franklin Puryear Jr. and the late Clara Lowery Puryear. He is survived by his wife, Melanie Hudson Puryear.

Byron was a member...

Nov 28, 2023

William Peter “Pete” Hansen of South Boston passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.  He was born in Wallkill, New York on March 17, 1948 to the late Leo Hansen and the late Barbara Logan Hansen.  He is survived by his wife, Dolores Anne “Dee” Hansen.

Pete is a longtime veteran having served...

Nov 26, 2023

Mae Davis Jones, 85, passed away on November 26, 2023, in Roanoke, VA. Mae was born in Greenville, NC, and was a long-time resident of Clarksville and Virginia Beach, VA. She was a Circle of Excellence recipient for many years of her career as a Realtor. Her extensive knowledge coupled with her authentic kindness and guidance made her a...

Nov 23, 2023

Ramond Lee Boyter of Clarksville, VA, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on October 1, 1941, in South Carolina, he was the son of the late Clarence Clyde Boyter and the late Elma Lee Boyter.  Ramond worked hard his whole life in construction, building roads in the mountains and surrounding areas.

Nov 21, 2023

Margaret Epps Hemric of South Boston went to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.  Margaret was born in Halifax County on September 10, 1923 and was blessed to see her 100th birthday.  She was the daughter of the late Charles Henry Epps and the late Lillian Hall Epps. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph...

Nov 17, 2023

John Marshall "Johnny" Turner of Warrenton, VA. and formerly of Clover, VA. passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at the age of 76.  He was born in Halifax County on October 24, 1947 to the late A.C. Turner, Jr and the late Eva Dell Dyches Turner.  In addition he was preceded in death by his wife, Deanna Davis...

Nov 16, 2023

Nancy Jeanette Ward Stevens of Halifax passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, November 16, 2023.  She was born on October 17, 1942 to Thomas Clinton Ward and Lillie Mae Smith Ward.

Nancy was employed with Burlington Industries for 34 years until the closing of the plant and then she worked for 10 years at Sunshine...

Nov 15, 2023

Luther “Buddy” Fleming Bomar of Scottsburg, VA, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the age of 67. He was born on May 18, 1956 in Halifax County to the late James Garnet "Pappy" and Camilla Snead Bomar and was married to Peggy Hatcher Bomar, who survives. Buddy was a retired boilermaker and a member of the International Brotherhood...

Nov 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of William John Asher, Sr.

William John Asher, Sr., of Buffalo Junction, Virginia, passed away on November 15, 2023, at the age of 87. He was born on November 9, 1936, in Englewood, New Jersey to Samuel Asher and Catherine Hickey and lived a life filled with love and a deep commitment to his...

Nov 14, 2023

Mrs. Edna Simmons Wilbourne of Skipwith passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the age of 91. She was born in Boydton, VA on February 13, 1932 the daughter of the late Nonnie E. Simmons and Virgie Crutchfield Simmons and was married to the late Luther Snead Wilbourne. Edna started her working career at Craddock Terry Shoe for 25...

Nov 14, 2023

Willard Randolph Lowery of South Boston, VA, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the age of 82. Born in Halifax County on March 18, 1941, he was the son of the late John Willard Lowery and Annabelle Yancey Lowery. Mr. Lowery was employed with Daystrom as a master electrician until the plant’s closing. He enjoyed riding horses...

Nov 13, 2023

Judy Gatlin Sims, wife of the late Delma Charles Sims, transitioned to her heavenly home on Monday, November 13, 2023, at the age of 79. She was born in Memphis, TN on May 18, 1944, and was the daughter of the late Edward and Loyce Inez Howard Gatlin. Judy was retired from secretarial work. She enjoyed singing and playing...

Nov 13, 2023

Charlie Samuel Overby of Virgilina, VA, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at the age of 47. Born in Halifax County on August 1, 1976, he is the son of Lynn and Annie Sue Keeton Overby. He will be remembered as a beloved son, brother and uncle that was outgoing, friendly, and full of humor. Charlie was a...

Nov 12, 2023

Paul Douglas "Doug" Poole of South Boston passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was born in Halifax County on April 23, 1952, to Truiet S. Poole and Mary Hite Poole.  He is survived by his wife, Vickie Tillotson Poole.

Doug received his Bachelor's Degree from Averett University and was employed as...