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Michael Laderoute

Michael Laderoute

Feb 6, 2025

Michael Jean Laderoute (age 72), our beloved husband and father, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 6, 2025, after a serious accident while riding his electric scooter earlier in the week. His wife of 50 years, Barbara (Timmins), their two adult children, Jeffrey (45) and Kelly (47), and his son-in-law, James Longmire, were all by his side during his final...

Elizabeth Rose

Elizabeth Rose

Feb 6, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Elizabeth Ryalls Rose ("Sis") announce her peaceful passing on February 6th, 2025, at the age of 98. 

Elizabeth is survived by her four children Glenn Rose (Doreen), Candace VanRuitenbeek (John), Debra Grogg (Mark), Craig Rose (JoAnn), nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband,...

Charles Edward Walton, Jr.

Charles Edward Walton, Jr.

Feb 5, 2025

Charles “CJ” Edward Walton, Jr., 44, of Richmond passed away on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025. He was born on July 3, 1980, to the late Charles E. Walton, and Linda Walton. He is survived by his mother Linda Walton, sister Tracey Williamson, brother David Walton, and sidekick puggle Maggie. 

 CJ was very intelligent. He had the gift of being a fast...

Eleanor Lucille Flippo

Eleanor Lucille Flippo

Feb 4, 2025

If you are reading this, you know that I have been called home on February 4, 2025, by my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I have been reunited with my parents George and Pauline Jones, my brother Russell Jones, my sisters Agnes Marks, Julia Grubs, and my daughter Yvonne Marks Shultz. Left to carry on my legacy are my son...

Duane Koslowski

Duane Koslowski

Feb 2, 2025

Written By The Koslowski Family: 

Duane Edward Koslowski (1959 – 2025) passed away suddenly on Feb. 2 ,2025, at his home in Palmyra, VA.

Many knew Duane E. Koslowski through his esteemed Collegiate and Olympic wrestling and Collegiate football careers, or perhaps as a fun coworker, and a lucky few were able to call him Dad.

To our family, our ‘Pops’ or ‘Sweetheart’...

Jerry Shelton

Jerry Shelton

Feb 2, 2025

Jerry Meace Shelton, 87, of Gum Spring, Va. departed this life Feb. 2, 2025. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmie and Irma. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Susie, his children, Mary Kelley, Eric, Brandi, Beth, and Sonya, six grandchildren, siblings, Janet and David; and his compassionate caregiver, Heather Higgs. 

Jerry was a US Navy...

Virginia Carol Harrison

Virginia Carol Harrison

Jan 25, 2025

Virginia Carol Harrison (79) of Charlottesville was greeted in Heaven by her loved ones on January 25, 2025, after an extended illness. Carol was born on July 29, 1945 in Williamson, West Virginia, to Warren H. and Mary Maynard Harrison. She is preceded in death by her parents, her youngest niece, Jane Ellen McDaniel Aschenauer, and her beloved brother in-law,...

Jimmie Dale Estes

Jimmie Dale Estes

Jan 23, 2025

Jimmie Dale Estes, 80, of Palmyra, Virginia passed away on January 23, 2025.

Jimmie was born on February 1, 1944, to James Woodrow Estes and Bonnie Miller Estes.

He is survived by his Wife Lorraine M Estes; his Daughter Jamie Dale Estes Riley (Rob); his beloved dog Fancy Girl; Granddaughters Carrie Dale Landis (Kellen), Tabitha Kay and Amanda Morton; great granddaughters Alexa,...

David Leroy Lowmaster

David Leroy Lowmaster

Jan 21, 2025

David Leroy Lowmaster, 69, of Goochland County, went to be with the Lord on January 21st, 2025.

David was born on November 12, 1955, to Lloyd and Joyce Lowmaster. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Lowmaster; his son William Thomas Lowmaster; his sister Karin Harlan (Robert) and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, his...

Jo Ann Pace Bell

Jo Ann Pace Bell

Jan 20, 2025

Jo Ann Pace Bell, born on June 2, 1938, in Palmyra, Virginia passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, in Louisa Virginia. Jo Ann was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, known for her vibrant spirit and passion for life.

Throughout her career, Jo Ann made a positive impact in her community as a bus driver for Fluvanna County...

Diana Creasey

Diana Creasey

Jan 19, 2025

Diana Lee Creasey (née Crandall), 80, of Goochland County, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 19, 2025. 

   Diana is survived by her dearly loved children: Teresa (Chris) Wilkinson, Shawn (Lisa) Creasey, Scott (Karen) Creasey, Tonia (Gene) Shevnin, and Sheriff Steven (Grace) Creasey; her cherished grandchildren: Brandi (Buck), Denver (Leanna), Kendall (Kris), John (Brittany),...

Larry Mason Payne, Jr.

Larry Mason Payne, Jr.

Jan 18, 2025

Larry Mason Payne, Jr., better known as “Scooter,” passed peacefully in his sleep on January 18th, 2025. 

He is survived by his daughters Jordan Olivia Payne and Dylan Whittier Payne. He was preceded in death by his wife and Dylan’s mom Amanda, father Larry Mason Payne Sr and his beloved mom “Nanny”, Sylvia Harlow. His early life and young adulthood were...

Belle Ware

Belle Ware

Jan 18, 2025

Belle Ann Drumheller Ware, 97, of Goochland departed this life Saturday, January 18,2025 peacefully at her home. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, John H Ware, Jr, her parents Delbert Claude Drumheller, Cora Irene Drumheller, brothers, Roy, Fletcher and Albert, sisters, Zula Drumheller, Thelma Lythgoe, Alma Ohle, Blanche Haislip, Mary Slavin, and one grandson, Jerrico Huerena....

George "Rusty" Gouldman

George "Rusty" Gouldman

Jan 14, 2025

George Russell Gouldman, “Rusty,” 66 of Columbia, Virginia, passed away on January 14, 2025.

Rusty was born December 23, 1958, to Joseph R. and Mary Gouldman. He is survived by his parents, his wife Sarah Gouldman; his children Adam Gouldman of Rochester, New York, Joseph Gouldman of Rochester New York; his stepchildren Paul Sullivan of Deering, New Hampshire, Carin Orbe of...

Virginia Whigham

Virginia Whigham

Jan 13, 2025

Virginia Mary Whigham passed away January 13, 2025, peacefully at University of Virginia Hospital surrounded by her family. Born in Brooklyn, New York on August 19th, 1947, to James and Sophie Crosby, she drew inspiration from her family. It was mainly her grandfather who taught her unconditional love, which she in turn shared with all of us. Her strong Catholic...

Joseph Chapman

Joseph Chapman

Jan 13, 2025

Joseph T. Chapman (38) of Palmyra, VA passed away on January 13, 2025.

 Joseph was born on December 5, 1986, to Keith Chapman and Mary Griffin. He is survived by his wife Adrianna Chapman (Kisamore), daughter Olivia Chapman, his Mother Mary Griffin (Phil) of Troy, VA, his Father Keith Chapman (Beverly Frazier) of Palmyra, VA; his sister Kendra Martin (Jesse) of...

Alice Jones

Alice Jones

Jan 9, 2025

Alice Faye Chapman Jones went to rest high on the mountain in the early morning of January 9th, 2025.

Alice was a doting daughter, sister, wife, mother, and “Grammy” for 77 years. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Allan Greer Jones; their three children Alison Renae McLaughlin, Jason Allan Jones and his wife Susan, and Clint Devlin Jones;...

Steven (Steve) James Oscar Suggs

Steven (Steve) James Oscar Suggs

Jan 5, 2025

Steven (Steve) James Oscar Suggs of Goochland, Virginia passed away on January 5, 2025, in the home with his cherished wife, Georgeanna. Born December 4, 1932, in Bladenboro, North Carolina, he was the son of the late John W. Suggs and Lillie Davis Suggs. Steve was an avid farmer and carriage enthusiast. 

The many who knew and loved Steve often referred...

Frances Wessells

Frances Wessells

Dec 31, 2024

Frances Wessells, a beloved educator and influential figure in the world of dance, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at the age of 105. Born on August 18, 1919, in Colorado, Frances dedicated her life to the art of dance, inspiring countless students during her tenure at the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University.

She leaves behind her cherished...

Elmer "Billy" Grubbs

Elmer "Billy" Grubbs

Dec 31, 2024

Elmer “Billy” Lewis Grubbs of Palmyra, Virginia, passed away at home on December 31, 2024.

 He was born on October 8, 1926, to the late William and Dorothy Grubbs. He was raised by Isaac and Allie Cutright and considered them his family. He joined the US Navy during WW2 in 1944 and served through 1946. After leaving the Navy he worked...