Obituaries
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts when new obituaries are posted
Search Obituaries
Melissa Sue Brown
Apr 22, 2026
Melissa Sue Brown of Palmyra, Virginia, passed away on April 22, 2026, at the age of 55. Born on February 4, 1971, Melissa was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her daughters Ashlea Brown, Melanie Abuzeton, Marissa Burke, and Lilly Burke, her son Tyler Brown, and...
Van Carl Stephenson, Jr.
Apr 15, 2026
Van Carl Stephenson Jr., age 64, of Norfolk, Virginia, passed away on April 15, 2026. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, Van had the unique experience of living in several different states as well as abroad, enriching his life with diverse experiences.
He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Phyllis Stephenson. He is lovingly remembered by his father, Van Stephenson Sr....
Charles Alvin Stephens, Sr.
Apr 12, 2026
Charles Alvin Stephens Sr.
4/8/1952 — 4/12/2026
Celebration of Life Services: Calvary Chapel in Goochland, VA on Saturday, April 18th at 10:30. Gravesite burial service at 12 pm at Greenwood Memorial Gardens, in Goochland off Route 6. Celebration of life on the farm at 5250 River Road West, Goochland, VA at 2pm. Visitation: Norman Funeral Home, Friday, April 17th, between the hours...
Eloise J. Ryalls
Apr 12, 2026
Eloise Johnson Ryalls, 102, passed away in her sleep on April 12, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Broadus Johnson and Mary Browning Johnson; her husband, Edward Loving Ryalls; and her brother, Ralph Browning Johnson.
Eloise graduated from Fluvanna County High School in 1941 and for more than forty years was employed by the Virginia Tech Extension...
Wayne R. Smith
Apr 6, 2026
Mr. Wayne Ray Smith, aged 85, of Goochland, Virginia, peacefully passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Floyd Smith Sr., his sister-in-law Beverly Smith, and his niece Tyler Smith. He is lovingly remembered by his nephews, Floyd F. Smith, Jr., Robin Smith, Dean Smith, and Darryl Smith.
Professionally, Wayne dedicated many years...
Scarlett Rose Gormours
Apr 6, 2026
Scarlett Rose Gormours, age 5, passed away at home on April 6, 2026, leaving behind a world forever changed by her light.
Though her time here was far too short, Scarlett lived a life filled with remarkable strength, love, and joy. She spent much of her life bravely fighting through numerous severe medical challenges, enduring more than any child ever should....
Charlotte Anne James
Apr 3, 2026
Charlotte Anne James, 76, of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026. She was surrounded by family and friends. Born in Tokyo, Japan, she was the daughter of the late Oliver Woodley Davenport and Margaret Vincent Davenport. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, John Davenport and Jack Davenport, and her son, Adam Vincent Tatum.
Throughout her...
Charles F. Shaw, Jr.
Apr 3, 2026
Charles "Chuck" Shaw, Jr., age 48, of Scottsville, Virginia, passed away on April 3, 2026. Chuck was a devoted family man who cherished those close to him and embraced life with warmth and kindness. He is lovingly remembered by his mother and stepfather, Patricia and Roy Hensley, as well as his father, Charles Shaw Sr., and wife Teresa. Chuck’s memory...
Teresa Walton
Apr 2, 2026
Teresa Terrell Walton, 78, of Glen Allen, VA, passed away on April 2, 2026. Teresa was born on May 20, 1947, to Barbara Ellen Harris Terrell and Courtney Nelson Terrell in Montpelier, VA. Teresa is survived by her husband of 60 years, Ronald Walton, daughter, Deanna Cronin (Ed), and son, Brian Walton (Victoria), as well as her grandchildren, Rachael, Nathan,...
Leroy Taylor
Mar 28, 2026
Leroy Taylor, aged 85, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Born on October 14, 1940, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, Leroy was raised in Hancock County, Tennessee.
Before establishing roots in Virginia, he gained valuable experience working in the parts department at Anchor Motor Freight in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1976, Leroy fulfilled his entrepreneurial dream by opening an...
Arlene Dunnivan
Mar 27, 2026
Ms. Arlene Dunnivan, of Louisa County, Virginia, passed away March 27th, 2026.
She is in the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.
A visitation will be held Monday, April 6, between the hours of 6:00-7:30pm at Sheridan Funeral Home, 4626 Cedar Lane Road, Kents Store, Virginia. A graveside service will take place at 11:00am on Tuesday, April 7th, at Mt. Ed Baptist Church,...
Beverly DuVal
Mar 23, 2026
Ms. Beverly DuVal, 82, of Kents Store, Virginia, passed away surrounded by her family on March 23, 2026.
She is in the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.
The family will hold a visitation 1:00pm on Friday, March 27th, with a funeral service to follow at 2:00pm, at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, 4768 Shannon Hill Road, Columbia, Virginia. Interment to take place in...
Milton Puckett (Bobby)
Mar 12, 2026
Milton W. Puckett, affectionately known as Bobby, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, passed away on March 12, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on June 5, 1942, to Otis and Edith Puckett, Bobby was a beloved son, father, and friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents. Those who knew Milton remembered him as a kind and generous, great man who...
John Edward Doucette
Mar 4, 2026
Mr. John Edward Doucette, 73, of Hopewell, Virginia passed away on March 4th, 2026.
He was loved immensely by his wife Betty, daughter and best friend Tamara, many extended family and friends. He will be missed greatly.
He is in the care of Norman Funeral Home, Goochland, Virginia.
Janet Williams
Mar 1, 2026
"Waiting for Jesus", Janet ("Jackie" to many of friends) passed peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026, nearly 98 years old. Born March 24, 1928 in Richmond Virginia, the only child of Cora Walton Kayser and William Flournoy Kayser, Janet was a lifelong resident of Fluvanna County, a passionate "Flying Fluco", living in her hometown of Columbia for 48 years, when...
Horace F. Pace, Jr.
Feb 27, 2026
On February 27, 2026, our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great grandfather, Horace F. Pace Jr., age 86, gained his wings. He was born on July 13,1939 in Charlottesville, VA to the late Horace F. and Fannie T. Pace.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son Gregory F. Pace, son-in-law Cecil Kirby and a grandson Greg...
John Stephen Ellwood
Feb 25, 2026
John Stephen Ellwood peacefully passed into the arms of Jesus on February 25, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on January 14, 1946, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Richard J. and Mary Ellwood,
John wore as many hats as he collected. He was a devoted husband to Becky Ellwood, proud father to Brittany (Sean) Brennan, Carrie (Charlie)...
William Reid Jr.
Feb 21, 2026
Mr. William Reid, of Goochland County, Virginia passed away on February 21, 2026.
He is in the care of Norman Funeral Home.
Vernon Lee Crumpler Jr.
Feb 18, 2026
Worshipful Vernon Lee Crumpler, Jr., 80, laid down his working tools on 18 February 2026. He is proceeded in death by his loving wives, Mary Gilmore Beazley (d. 1973) and Alice Raye Marks (d. 2021), his parents Vernon Lee Sr. and Alice Victoria, and sister Alice Victoria Stevens. He is survived by his sister Veronica Lee Anderson; his children, Beth...
Paul Chesson
Feb 13, 2026
Paul Chesson, 71 of Mechanicsville, Virginia passed away on February 13th, 2026.
A celebration of life will be held 11:00am Saturday, March 7th, 2026, at Forest Grove Christian Church, 3881 Hadensville-Fife Road, Goochland, Virginia.
