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Linda Rae Dieleman

Linda Rae Dieleman

Nov 28, 2021

Linda Rae Dieleman, 69, a resident of South Boston, Virginia passed on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 1:20 A.M. at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital in South Boston. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at the McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home in Bettendorf, Iowa. Burial will follow in Glendale Cemetery in LeClaire, Iowa. Visitation will be...

Robert Dwayne Griffin

Robert Dwayne Griffin

Nov 28, 2021

Robert “Dwayne” Griffin, Sr. took his seat in his Heavenly home on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at the classic, rocking age of sixty. This date also marked the 40th anniversary of marriage to the love of his life, as well as the 44th anniversary of their first date. Left to cherish his memories are: His loving wife, Pamela Reagan Griffin....

Alma "Betty Gay" Burnett Coghill

Alma "Betty Gay" Burnett Coghill

Nov 28, 2021

Alma “Betty Gay” Burnett Coghill, of Buffalo Junction, VA, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at the age of 90. She was born in Mecklenburg County on December 27, 1930 to the late James Richard Burnett, Sr. and the late Fannie Belle Gold Burnett. Betty Gay retired from management of Halifax Regional Hospital, after 40 years of service. She...

Gene Edward Walker

Gene Edward Walker

Nov 28, 2021

Gene Edward “Ted” Walker of Buffalo Springs passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at the age of 89. Born in Buffalo Springs on March 15, 1932, Ted was the son of Kathleen Nunn Walker and Travis Harlan Walker. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Grace Taylor of Clarksville. Ted is survived by his wife...

Gilbert Ausburn Wayson

Gilbert Ausburn Wayson

Nov 25, 2021

Gilbert Ausburn Wayson, age 82, of Skipwith, VA, passed away on November 25, 2021. Gilbert was born in Steubenville, OH on August 12, 1938 to the late William Wayson and the late Kathleen Mary Manuel and was married to the late Barbara Wayson. Gilbert was a proud member of the United States Navy and served for over 20 years before...

Alta "Katie" Paschall Duncan

Alta "Katie" Paschall Duncan

Nov 24, 2021

Alta “Katie” Paschall Duncan of South Boston, VA passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the age of 72. Born on June 20, 1949 in Halifax County, she was the daughter of the late Alton and Alice Oakes Paschall. Katie worked for many years at Burlington Industries. She loved dancing to country music. Katie was a blessing to many...

Robert E. Long

Robert E. Long

Nov 24, 2021

Robert E. "Bro" Long of Alton passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 after an extended illness.He was born on June 21, 1940 in Person County, NC to the late Walter and Sallie Long. Robert was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend but most importantly, he loved his Lord, Jesus Christ. Robert worked at JP...

James Bidwell Carlton

James Bidwell Carlton

Nov 21, 2021

James Bidwell Carlton, husband of Juanita Ashby, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021, at the age of 89. Born in Boydton on December 11, 1931, he was the son of the late June Cisco Carlton and the late Esther Bray Carlton. James was drafted as a pitcher by the Brooklyn Dodgers, but being a man who knew his priorities, he...

Corrin Alexandra Varner

Corrin Alexandra Varner

Nov 20, 2021

BOYDTON Mrs. Corrin Alexandra Varner of Boydton,Va. passed away on November 20, 2021.She was born on October 13, 1995 in Fredericksburg Va. to Michelle Anderson Francis and Corey Roy and was married to Benjamin Varner. Corrin was a 2 times cancer survivor and was a warrior. She had a servant's heart and was looking forward to going to Guatemala for...

Wanda Gail Elliott

Wanda Gail Elliott

Nov 18, 2021

SOUTH BOSTON Wanda Gail Elliott passed away peacefully in her home on November 18, 2021 at the age of 69. Born in Halifax County on November 4th, 1952, she was the daughter of the late John Curtis Peck and Lois Jean Fallen Peck. Gail never shied away from a hard day’s work, she worked for Wabash in South Boston for...

Alice Royster Hite

Alice Royster Hite

Nov 13, 2021

Virgilina, VA -- Alice “Polly” Royster Hite, wife of the late George Tilman Hite, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the age of 89. Born in Halifax County on October 27, 1932, she was the daughter of the late James Ellis and Janie Pool Royster. Polly was a graduate of Virgilina High School, where...

Kenneth Howard Coomes

Kenneth Howard Coomes

Nov 10, 2021

Kenneth “Bubba” Howard Coomes of Dolphin, VA passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at the age of 42. He was born on August 6, 1979, in Richmond, VA to Kenneth Eugene Coomes and Kathy Lusk Hylton. Bubba worked as a welder. He loved sports, spending time on the lake and shooting pool. He also enjoyed music of all kinds....

Roy Rogers Wilmouth

Roy Rogers Wilmouth

Nov 7, 2021

CLOVER Roy Rogers Wilmouth of Clover passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at the age of 72. Born in Halifax County on February 17, 1949, he was the son of the late Lonnie Harris Wilmouth and the late Myrtle Virginia Moorefield Wilmouth. Roy was fondly known as King of the Cowboys by his brothers, and...

Lawrence Wayne Bradshaw

Lawrence Wayne Bradshaw

Nov 7, 2021

SOUTH BOSTON Lawrence Wayne Bradshaw of Philpott Road, South Boston, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at the age of 85.He was born in Halifax County on October 9, 1936 to the late Numa Reid Bradshaw and the late Grace Pulliam Bradshaw. He is married to Harriett Wilborn Bradshaw. Wayne was a graduate of Halifax County...

David Stuart Buchanan

David Stuart Buchanan

Nov 7, 2021

David Stuart Buchanan, age 90, of Skipwith, VA, went to be with the Lord on November 7, 2021.Stuart was born on December 18, 1930 in Clarksville, Virginia and was the son of the late Charlie M. and Julia Whitt Buchanan. Stuart is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Marianne Sims Buchanan, and his children; Beth Buchanan Brooker and...

Graham James Ellixson,

Graham James Ellixson,

Nov 4, 2021

Graham James Ellixson, Jr., born June 27, 1936, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2021, at the age of 85. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Brenda S. Ellixson, and his parents Graham, Sr. and Beulah Ellixson. He is survived by his daughter Bonnie L. Lyons (Robert), son Andrew J. Ellixson (Mary), sister Loretta Perry,...

Jennifer Leigh Roark

Jennifer Leigh Roark

Nov 1, 2021

VERNON HILL - Jennifer Leigh Roark, beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister, Partner, Aunt, Niece, Cousin and Friend, passed away November 1, 2021 at her home in Vernon Hill, Virginia, after fighting a long, courageous battle with cancer. Jennifer was born in Los Angeles, California and grew up in Japan, Central America and southern Florida until she made her final home in...

Barbara Lee Dariano

Barbara Lee Dariano

Oct 28, 2021

Clarksville, VA -- Barbara Lee Dariano, wife of Donald Dariano, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at the age of 69. She was born on February 23, 1952 in Washington, DC to the late Frederick and Helen Johnson Stewart. Barbara was a retired paralegal. She was an avid Washington Nationals and Washington Redskins fan. She also enjoyed bowling and...

Neal Grady Sibley

Neal Grady Sibley

Oct 27, 2021

HALIFAX Neal Grady Sibley of Halifax passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. He was born on November 9th,1988 to the late Craig Thomas and Carolyn Lee Sibley. Neal excelled as a mechanic and began his journey in high school, taking auto-mechanic classes to further his knowledge. He was an avid race fan, especially road course racing, and could oftentimes...

Paula Gallop Whitlow

Paula Gallop Whitlow

Oct 26, 2021

CLOVER Paula Gallop Whitlow of Clover, VA passed away at her home on Tuesday, October 26, 2021.She was born in Portsmouth, VA on October 30, 1938 to the late Paul and Lila Miller Gallop and was married to Aubrey James "A.J." Whitlow. Paula was the founder in establishing the Serenity Garden at Edmonds Park and continued as a volunteer. She...

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