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George Nelson Wilson III, aged 91, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, in Farmville, Virginia. He was born on October 15, 1933 in Charleston, West Virginia, to Mary Katherine Trimble Wilson and George Nelson Wilson Jr. He had one younger sister, Elizabeth Ann Wilson, who preceded him in death. He has resided for the last six years at the Woodland, Farmville, Virginia. George graduated from Charleston High School, spending his summers with his maternal grandmother in Monterey, Virginia, and working with his father to build a Christmas tree farm on the family's property on Ware's Ridge in Randolph County, West Virginia. He also taught himself to be a master woodworker/cabinet...

Wladyslawa Majocha Buczek, 92 of Farmville, VA passed away on November 20, 2024. She was born in Poland on September 6, 1932 to the late Jan Majocha and Anna Galaska Majocha. She and her husband Zenon Buczek met while she was in a dance troupe and he was being forced by Russian to dismantle factories in Germany. They came to the United States to escape in 1966. She worked as an inspector for Smith & Wesson gun manufacturing and raised her two sons here. She was known for her great kindness, cooking and was known to "slide a little cash" to her children and grandchildren. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a brother...

Lena Jean Ballenger Bishop, age 90 of Cumberland, Virginia, stepped into the presence of the Lord on October 9, 2024. Jean was born in West Palm Beach, Florida to her parents, the late Lewis Sr. and Myrtle Ballenger, on April 29, 1934. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Edwin Bishop, whom she was married to for 68 years and was the love of her life and she was the excellent wife described in Proverbs 12:4 and was the crown of her husband. She was preceded in death by a younger brother and his wife Jim and Brenda Ballenger of Florida. Lena Jean Bishop is survived by one brother, Lewis Ballenger and his wife Carolyn of South Carolina, two sisters, Kathleen Edwards and her late...

Dorcas Lucille Pope, born on February 18, 1953, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, in Amelia County, Virginia, at the age of 71. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Smith; her brother, Daniel Smith; and her beloved husband of 36 years, Ernest S. Pope, Sr. Dorcas dedicated over 30 years of her professional life to the Virginia Department of Corrections, where she retired after a career of service. She will be remembered for her commitment to her profession. Above all else, Dorcas was a devoted mother to her three sons, Stanley Pope (Thais), Jason Pope (Brooke), and Mark Pope (Brandi) and her daughter, Sandra Pope-Lynch (Johnny). Dorcas cherished her role as a...

Dorcas Lucille Pope, born on February 18, 1953, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, in Amelia County, Virginia, at the age of 71. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Smith; her brother, Daniel Smith; and her beloved husband of 36 years, Ernest S. Pope, Sr. Dorcas dedicated over 30 years of her professional life to the Virginia Department of Corrections, where she retired after a career of service. She will be remembered for her commitment to her profession. Above all else, Dorcas was a devoted mother to her three sons, Stanley Pope (Thais), Jason Pope (Brooke), and Mark Pope (Brandi) and her daughter, Sandra Pope-Lynch (Johnny). Dorcas cherished her role as a grandmother,...

William Merton Dickerson Jr, age 93 of Pamplin, VA passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. William was preceded in death by his parents William and Ida Dickerson. William is survived by his spouse Edna R. Dickerson, a son Gary K. Dickerson and a grandson Drew Dickerson. William served his country in the United States Army. He was a deacon at Spring Creek Baptist Church, a devoted farmer, was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 70 years and worked for the Forestry Dept. After retiring he built many houses in his community. William liked to dove hunt with his son Gary. He was a mentor to his son and taught him a lot about life. William loved his community and friends. He will be missed...

Donna Sharee Whitmer, 51 of Pamplin, VA died September 12, 2024. "Sharee Whitmer" daughter of Tollie Vaughan Haynes and Donna Virginia Haynes, born on September 23, 1972 passed away at Bedford Memorial Hospital in Bedford, VA after fighting Cancer for 9 years. Sharee is survived by her husband Mike Whitmer, son Stewart Whitmer and daughter Morgan Franklin. She is also survived by her two beautiful grandson's David Franklin and Bently Whitmer. Sharee graduated from Randolph Henry High School in 1991. She became a loving wife on July 20, 1991 and a loving mother November 1992 and again July 1994. Sharee worked as a floral designer, homemaker, homeschool teacher, farmer and most recently a...

Stephen C. Keith, of Farmville Virginia, born on April 24, 1949, passed away on July 23, 2024. He leaves behind his widow, Joyce Wright Keith, and two sisters, Lesa Casto and Melody Blaney. He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Hope Keith. Stephen earned a Bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology from Kent State University in Ohio and later a Master's and Doctorate degree in education from the University of Virginia. He dedicated his career to education. He started teaching in Buckingham County in 1971, where he remained until he took an administrative position in Prince Edward County Public Schools. From there, he moved to Longwood University and retired as a tenured professor...

After an inspirational and courageous fight against pancreatic cancer, Virginia Sheldon Cook, affectionately known as undefinedBunnyundefined went to be with the Lord on July 1, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Wilson F. Cook. Bunny is survived by her daughter, Sherrie Waddill (John), and her sons: Fredrick Cook (Cristy) and Timothy Cook (Melinda). She was blessed with many grandchildren: Justin Cook (Billie), Andrew Cook (Katlyn), TJ Cook, Zach Cook (Kate), Lexi Cook, Devin Wallen (Michelle) , Virginia Waddill Barnes (Kirk), and John Thomas Waddill. She was also blessed with eight great grandchildren: Mason, Austin, Rhett, Riley, Samuel, Abigail, Caleb and...

Patricia Anne undefinedPeggyundefined Simpson Kelsey, 89, departed her life Wednesday, June 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Peggy was born April 22, 1935, to the late Charles Archer Simpson and Visa Lowe of Prospect. Peggy graduated from Farmville High School and attended Longwood College. In January 1955, she married Raymond Hardy Kelsey, Sr., who precedes her in death. They lived in Sparta, TN, Appomattox, VA, and Lynchburg, VA before settling in Prospect to raise their family. Peggy began her career at the Department of Health in Lynchburg and moved to Prince Edward County Social Services where she worked through retirement. She was dedicated to her family and to Appomattox P. E....

Jack Sandford 93 years old passed away on April 23, 2024 at the age of 93, in Farmville, Virginia. Jack passed after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by loved ones. Jack was born in Richmond Virginia 11 December 1930. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Frankie. He is the proud father of four children: Sandy (Kathy), Susan (Walt) Bobby (Kathreen) and Chuck (GeorgeAnna) and many loving grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Jack volunteered his service to the United States Air Force and Virginia Air National Guard and served proudly for 43 years. He had a love for competitive shooting and golf and formed many lasting friendships. A funeral service will be held in his honor...

Hilda Nuckols, age 100, wife of Colonel Ernest B. Nuckols, Jr. (deceased), passed on March 31, 2024 peacefully, at the Woodlands in Farmville Va. Born on July 26 1923 in Andalusia Alabama, Daughter of Luther B. and Daisy C. Clanton (deceased), sister to Lloyed B. Clanton (deceased). Married to Major Ernest B. Nuckols, Jr USAF of Cumberland VA 1945. They had 6 children, Ernest B Nuckols III, wife Joanne, Corpus Christi, TX, Gary C. Nuckols, wife Rebecca, St Johns FL, Donald C. Nuckols, wife Virginia, Upperville VA, Richard R. Nuckols, wife Elizabeth Cumberland VA, Bart S. Nuckols, wife Nancy, Whispering Pines NC, Ann Gregory Nuckols (deceased), 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 5...

Peggy Ann Shupe Cave of Farmville, VA, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024. Born on August 20, 1934, Peggy was predeceased by her husband, Paul, and daughter, Kim, she is survived by daughter Cindy (Stacey); son Mark (Gail); 3 granddaughters and six great grandchildren. Peggy graduated from Longwood College and began her lifelong dream as a teacher of Social Studies and Government at Prince Edward Academy/Fuqua School for more than 30 years. She was a member of Farmville Baptist Church, Peggy's faith & family came first. A memorial service will be held at Farmville Baptist Church on Sunday, April 7 at 3:00pm. Memorial donations may be made to Farmville Baptist Church or Fuqua...

HARRISON, Jean Duncan, 87, of Cartersville, Va., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Jean was born on February 23, 1936 in Cumberland County, Va. She graduated from Cumberland High School, married her high school sweetheart, Tucker Harrison, and raised their three children at Morningside Farm, Cartersville, Va. After their last child left for college, Jean joined the workforce where she served the farmers of her county through the USDA-ASCS. She had a passion for historic preservation, devoting much of her time to the restoration of the family's 1857 house as well as the research of family and local history. She was a charter member of the Cumberland County Historical...

Raymond Philip (Phil) Scarborough, Jr., beloved husband of Sandi Garrett Scarborough, passed away on Tuesday July 4, 2023, peacefully at their home in Cumberland, Va. Phil would have turned 74 years old on July 16 th . Phil and Sandi met on a blind date and were together, in love for 50 years. To say Phil lived his life as a leader in service to his community, would be an understatement. Phil lived his life as an extraordinary community leader, and he was most proud of his Boy Scouting leadership. He earned Eagle Scout and was inducted into the Order of the Arrow at 16. Phil started the first Boy Scout Troop in Cumberland County Troop #6357 and served as its long-time troop leader. He later...

Rebecca Hines Bowling (Becky), 89 of Curdsville, passed away Tuesday May 30. Born May 27, 1934 in Halifax County, VA. She was the daughter of the late William Bryan Hines and Ruth Oliver Hines. She graduated from Longwood College in 1955 with a degree in Secondary Education, taught Physical Education for 1 year at William Campbell High School, married Ernest Hooper Bowling Jr. of Buckingham County and taught 1 year at Buckingham Central High School after her marriage. She was state president of Virginia Extension Homemakers Council and represented Virginia in the world council of Extension Homemakers in Ireland in 1985. She was a homemaker and assisted her husband's farm work and continued...

Lieutenant Colonel Lawrence Rucker Snead III (U.S. Army-Ret.), aged 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, May 3, after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. Born on March 30, 1959, to the late Marilyn Motley and Lawrence Rucker Snead Jr., Rucker leaves behind a remarkable legacy. He is survived by his devoted wife, Karen Kaz Snead of 41 years; his cherished daughter, Ali Snead; his loving son, Lars Snead, and daughter-in-law, Elizabeth; his sister, Lynne Carroll; his brothers, Billy, Mac, and David Snead; and close friends, Alexis Ann and Mathew Glascock, along with their son Caleb. Rucker earned a B.A. in Political Science and French from Hampden-Sydney...

Marjorie (Marge) Wise Pairet (93) of Farmville went to her heavenly rest on April 6, 2023. She was born in Virginia Beach to Tyree and Minnie Brown. She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, John K. Wise, her husband of 6 years Sonny Pairet, and brother Edgar Brown. Left to cherish her memory are sister Betty Glisson, and brothers Floyd (Evelyn) Brown and Ellis (Francis) Brown, daughters Susan Fuleihan (Robert) of New Bern, N.C. and Marty Rintamaki of Cumberland and sons John Wise of Cumberland and Charlie (Robin) of Portsmouth, six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren as well as many extended family members and friends. A celebration of life will be held Wednesday, April...

Juan Diaz Leon, 93 of Farmville, VA passed away on September 15, 2022. He was born in Rio Piedras Puerto Rico to the late Hermenegildo and Paula Ruiz De-Leon. His favorite past time was watching the Mets play baseball, fishing and was the head chef with the love of cooking. He owned his own restaurant, loved to feed and help people and was a generous soul with a humongous heart. He served his country in the US Army during two wars, Korea and Vietnam. His military decorations include NDSM-GCMDL First And second award, four letters of appreciation, and one letter of commendation, a Bronz Star for service in Vietnam. His rank was Sgt First Class, Mess Stuart. He is survived by his wife,...

PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC - Billie Faye Brown Risacher, of Pawleys Island, SC wife of Robert L. Risacher, departed this life Monday, July 5 2021, following several years of declining health. Billie was born on July 24, 1943 in Gastonia, NC the daughter of William D. Brown and Letha Hall Brown. She graduated from Frederick High School, Frederick, MD and held a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts, as well as a Masters and Ph.D. from the University of Delaware. She and her husband, Bob were married in 1963. In addition to raising their children, Billie taught Mathematics and Mathematics Education in the Mathematics and Computer Science Departments of The University of...

Thomas R. Salamon was born April 24th, 1999 to late Robert A. Salamon and Carolyn P. Hallahan Salamon. He graduated from Oakdale High School in 2017 and was a senior at Hampden Sydney College in Virginia majoring in Mathematical Economics and Applied Math and minoring in German. He was a beloved member of his school's community, in particular the brotherhood of Phi Gamma Delta. He had been accepted into the Wilson Center for Leadership and was on the Dean's List and was a founding member of The Makers Club, a club centered on entrepreneurship. He enjoyed snowboarding, listening to music, spending time with friends, and learning all he could about technology, cars, and finance and investing....