Obituaries

John Christian Rauh , 73, of Goochland, Virginia passed away peacefully on February 1 st , 2023. John was originally from Salamanca, New York. He was one of ten children born to James and Pirettae Rauh. He is survived by his loving wife Janice Rauh of 40 plus years, his daughter Melissa Acosta (Mike), stepdaughter Sharon Thomas; his...

Alline Smith Holloway, 89, of Richmond Virginia, passed away on February 6, 2023. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Reverend Jerry L. Holloway, and son Stephen Y. Holloway. She is survived by her devoted daughter Janet Holloway and devoted son David Holloway (Teresa), her grandchildren Stephen L. (Kara), Billy, Brandon, a host of great-grandchildren, a special Niece...

Cecil Louis Cobb departed this world on January 31, 2023, at the age of 68, unexpectedly and tragically young, but in the way he always said he would want to go: fast. Born on December 22, 1954, Cecil was a beloved native son of Fluvanna County, born and raised here by his mother, Jane Elizabeth Davis Cobb and adoptive father,...

Larry Wayne Roberts

March 2, 1959 – February 2, 2023

Larry Wayne Roberts was born on March 2, 1959, to Barbara and DL Roberts and was raised in Brunswick County, Virginia. In his early years, Larry, known to many as “Red,” was a standout athlete and growing...

John Erny Perkins, Jr. (Sonny), 83 of Troy Virginia passed away peacefully on January 29, 2023. He was preceded in death by both of his parent John E. Perkins, Sr.  and Dorothy Hasher Perkins, and his loving wife of 55 years, Joyce Lee Perkins. Sonny is survived by their son, Steven Rosser Perkins (Steve), his sister Jean Perkins Coleman (Carl)...

Brian Keith Allen, 41, of Goochland, Virginia After a long battle with cancer, Brian left this world peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 26, 2023. Brian is survived by his father Wayne Allen, his mother Margaret Allen and his brother Jimmy Allen. Brian had a master's degree in Cybersecurity. He loved music, cars, his family, and his many,...

Carlton Q. “Kip” Gordon, Jr., 72, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022, in Warrenton, Virginia. Survivors include his brother, Scott Gordon of Fredericksburg, VA; one niece; one nephew; and a host of cousins. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Norman Funeral Home, 2982 West River Rd., Goochland, Virginia. In lieu...

Patricia H. May, 71, of Palmyra, Va. departed this life Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Patricia was born on March 18, 1951, in Connecticut to the late Malvern and Burnice Fussell Hubbard. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, MSgt James F May, III, USAF, retired. In addition to her loving husband, she is survived by her sons Jason...

Sarah Elaine Cox, 75, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2023, at her home in Palmyra, Virginia. She was born on April 7, 1947, in Kents Store Virginia to the late Willie Joseph Hamm and Effie Melton Hamm. She is preceded in death by her husband Fulton Cox, her sister Ila H. Thacker and brothers, Stanley s. Hamm, Linwood J....

Everette Smith, 83 of Goochland, Virginia passed away peacefully at his home on January 23, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Everette was born on May 12, 1939, in Nelson County to Percy and Edna Mae Dolan. He is preceded in death by both of his parents, his sister Pearl Lacey (Ed) and his daughter Janice Scruggs. He is survived...

On Monday, January 16, 2023, Douglas M. Kinney, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his sleep.  He was seventy-nine.  Born to Addison and Margaret Kinney, Doug was the second oldest of four children.  While attending University of Illinois, Doug met Susan, whom he loved as his wife, best friend, and soul mate for over forty years. Doug...

Buie, Elizabeth Ann, 81, of Rockville, VA, went to be with the Lord on January 17, 2023. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Hugh Emile Buie. She was the beloved mother to Victoria Brannan (Steven), Hugh James Buie (Diana) and Daniel Ray Buie (Shanna), her 9 Grandchildren: Courtney (Tristan), Jonathan, Christopher, Jessica (Mazzin), Holley (Christopher), Logan (Chelsey),...

Shirley Harris, 81, of Goochland, VA passed away on Jan. 9, 2023, with family by her side.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Theodore (Buster) and Inez Lowry, her sister Doris Thurston and brothers Walter Lee Thurston and Theodore Lowry Jr.  She is survived by her sister Virginia A. Ward, daughter, Linda Gardener, son Charles Harris Jr and...

Maria Summers, 35, left this world a better place.  Her devoted faith guided her compassion with integrity and grace which made her a true angel on earth.  While she suffered many physical obstacles and the alienation from many for being “different”, the only true difference was her unlimited capacity to love and treat others with a personal touch that made...

Kenneth “Wayne” Proffitt, 81, of Goochland County, Virginia passed away peacefully on January 1, 2023. To those close to Kenneth, he was affectionately known as Wayne. Wayne was born on December 15, 1941, to Harry and Frances Proffitt. Wayne was a devoted partner to the love of his life Margaret Proffitt. He is preceded in death by Margaret and both...

Calvin C. Harlow, 89, of Palmyra, Virginia passed away peacefully at his home on January 1, 2023. Calvin was born on September 19 th , 1933, in Fluvanna County to Chester S. and Nettie Brooks Harlow. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and two sisters. Calvin was a long-time mason and worked for several companies for...

Nancy Tesora Payne Hodges, 91 went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 25, 2022. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, James Winston Hodges, her son J.B. Hodges, six brothers and one sister. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Nancy Lee Morrison (Riley), her daughter-in-law Charlene M. Hodges, two grandsons: James Lloyd Hodges...

Dolores Ann Ade Sheriff also known as Angel by those closest to her, was born in Kents Store, Virginia on September 24th, 1962, to Mattie Shelton Kenan. God called Angel home on November 23rd of 2022 at Northwest Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Visitation will be held Thursday December 22, 2022, from 11-12 and Funeral Service to immediately follow. Both visitation...

Nellie Virginia Richardson, of Kents Store passed away peacefully on December 20, 2022, at the age of 95. Nellie was born to Wiliam and Eula Morgan on September 23, 1927. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Linwood Earl Richardson, Sr., and her daughter Sharon Perkins. Nellie is survived by her four children: Charlotte R. Kidd, Linwood...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edward "Ronnie" Wade, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Edward, or Ronnie as he was known to many, passed away on December 7th, 2022, at the age of 74. Ronnie loved being out and about meeting new people, he never met a stranger. He was a kind and loving...