Public Visitation will be held 12-7pm, Friday, January 13, 2023 at the funeral home. View detailed information about the services we provide, and the prices we offer to our families. She is survived by her three children Dan A. Nichols, Mark A. Nichols and Stefanie J Nichols. David was a retired member of Local Labor Union No 984 of Clarksburg, W.Va. Lyons, pastor, officiating. WebPetersburg, VA Mr. Joe King Beasley, age 92 and affectionately known as Bill, entered into eternal rest and peace on Friday, January 27, 2023 in the comfort of his sons home in Petersburg, VA. Joe King Beasley Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home Advice and guidance More on Featherstitch Step-by-step guide to planning a funeral Kathleen S. Roomsburg, 92, of Moorefield, W.Va., passed away Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, at Grant Memorial Hospital, Petersburg. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. Family was important to him and he was sure to let anyone know how much he loved and cared about his family. Mildred Marie (Wimer) Vance, 100, of Petersburg, W.Va., passed away Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at Pendleton Manor, Franklin, W.Va. Born Jan. 29, 1923, in the old house on the Hunting Ground, locatedin Pendleton County, she was the daughter of the late Pinckney Brady Wimer and Lilly Mae Wimer. Sariyah Quallis, Aiden Quallis, Liam Quallis, Ava Quallis, and October Quallis all of Richmond, VA, Joseph McCassling, Kemoni Kerr, Journey McCassling, Jalia Kerr, Amari Kerr, Zamira Kerr all of Chesterfield, VA and Xolani Holland of Henrico, VA; sisters and brothers-in law, Alorice Ford (Darryl) of Bethesda, MD, Meredith Branch of Columbia, SC, Leonardo Branch (Robin), of GA, Shelratta Cofield (Francis) of Ahoskie, NC, Tosha Carter, Highpoint, NC, Breon Carter Greensboro, NC, Treva Carter, Highpoint, NC, Troy Carter, Fayetteville, NC and Janie Carter Highpoint, NC; aunts and uncles, devoted, Ruth Parham (Leon) of Prince George, VA, devoted, Aletha Spears (Stuart) of Richmond, VA, Arlene Smith of Petersburg, VA, Richard Griffin (Jackie), Petersburg, VA , Ernest Griffin (Edna) Dinwiddie, VA: a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews from Virginia and North Carolina, loved but too many to name; the original cousin six pack- Tony Parham (deceased) (Rochelle) Shirdeaner Brooks (Travis), Kevin Parham (Dayneisha), Coriel Smith, Regina Parham; Halifax Road cousins, Whitmore cousins, Bostic Joyner, Dierrich Wiggins, Lorenzo Moody, Larry Bowen, Kenyon Morris, Craig Scott; god sister, Darlene Coles (Arnold), Dinwiddie, VA , Carmesha Simon (Ankh), Dinwiddie, VA; and many more cousins and friends too numerous to name. She was the oldest of 11 siblings. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts Richard L. Rick Heavener, 71, of Patterson Creek Road, Keyser, W.Va., died Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland, Md. and Julie L. Mann and husband John E. of Zelienople, Pa.; two sisters, Carolyn Fay Riggleman and Elizabeth Sue Smith; two granddaughters, Abby J. Bennett and Tanis E Ridenour and husband Dustin; and three great-grandsons, Connor Maxwell Bennett, Hampton James Ridenour and Asher Jude Ridenour. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in honor of Gerald Jerome Oates to the Calvary United Methodist Church, P.O. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Mr. Bernard L. McNair. Gerald Jerome Oates, 90, of Keyser, W.Va., died Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the Hampshire Center, Romney, W.Va. Born Aug. 8, 1932, in Petersburg, W.Va., he was a son of the late Pearl Dale (Riley) and Olin Richard Oates Sr. In honoring her wishes her body was donated to WVU Anatomical in Morgantown. Our beloved mother and sister was called home to eternal Stephen Edward Dabney Jr., 72, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023. Petersburg Mr. Bernard Lewis McNair, 65, affectionately known as "Billy" of Petersburg, departed this life peacefully, Saturday, February 11, 2023 at Bon Secours-Southside Medical Center, Petersburg. He enjoyed just sitting along the river, enjoying the company of family and friends, the one thing he loved the most. Obituary | Mr. John F. Roberts lll "J J" of South Chesterfield The Rev. Funeral services were Monday morning, Feb. 20, at the Moorefield Church of God, 223 South Elm Street, Moorefield, with Pastor Doug Bowers officiating. Born April 16, 1951, in Youngstown, Ohio, he was a son of the late William C. and Anna Lee (Grapes) Heavener. William N Bland & Son Funeral Home | Obituaries | The Daily Item All rights reserved. Petersburg. Subscribe. Prince said family members have not been told by police definitively which boy fired the weapon. The submitter is solely responsible for all such content. Yes, simply click Add a photo located underneath the main photo of the obituary then upload the photos/videos you wish to share. News Sports Entertainment Lifestyle Opinion Advertise Obituaries eNewspaper Legals. In lieu of flowers please make donations to The American Heart Association in the name of Anthony J. Griffin. Colonial Heights Health Care & Rehabilitation Center & Bailey Invite you to a sneak peek of their new therapy complex August 17th, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. August 19th j 2 p.m. - 4 p.in. The family requests that memorial contributions be directed to the Mount Zion Church, 7700 Knobley Road, Keyser, WV 26726. As a youth, Anthony participated in The Boys Scouts of America Troop #948, in which he learned numerous life skills that helped shape his survival of the fit mentality that he applied throughout life. **


A Celebration of Life will be held at 12 Noon, Saturday, January 14, 2023 at the Chapel of Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, VA.  Rev. Services will be held at Elmore Funeral Home, Moorefi eld, on Thursday, March 2, at 11 a.m. with Pastor James Yao offi ciating. William N. Bland Jr., pastor of Metropolitan Baptist Church, will officiate. John, affectionately known as JJ, was born on March 8, 1979, in Richmond, VA. JJ was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Robert C. Bland and Pearl Bland of Petersburg, VA and paternal grandparents, John F. Roberts Sr. and Leona Roberts of Sutherland, VA. JJ was educated in the Petersburg Public School System and later pursued employment in the construction field for a short period of time. Box 804, Franklin, WV 26807. Jeffrey L. Dodson, Sr., Funeral Director. Dr. Phillip Williams and the prayer warriors of Royal Baptist Church, Rev. Searching obituaries is a great place to start your family tree research. Editor - Camille Howard; News Editor - Erin Camp; Advertising Manager - Tara Warner Pratt;Print Shop Manager - Richard Knight;Bookkeeping - Peggy Hughes; Circulation - Mary Simmons, Grant County Convention & Visitor's Bureau. Box 962, Petersburg, WV 26847. All rights reserved. He was also an avid hunter and enjoyed caring for his beloved donkey Elvis and portraying Santa Claus for the local community at Christmastime. He loved the solitude of the outdoors. The boys' grandmother told officers that she heard a single gunshot and then one boy ran out of the room, followed by his brother. Ceremonial Service will be held 6-7:30 P.M., Friday, September 16, 2022 at the Chapel of Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg, VA, 23803. Now, he said, the surviving twin is worried about his brother, but he is wondering when the ambulance that took him away will bring him home. We're Here to Help You Now a Death is Near Learn What to Expect. He was a former member of HOTT Motorcycle Club of Richmond, VA, as well as the Petersburg Chapter of C.O.T.T. (69 years old). He also was preceded in death by two brothers, Lyle William Spunk Heavener and Frederick Thomas Freddie Heavener; one brother-in-law, Ron Keplinger; and one nephew, Jeff Clyde Spiker. Tyrone Brandon, eulogizing. The family and friends are asked to assemble at the Chapel at 10:30 a.m. on the day of the service. Obituary In addition to her church ministries, she served the community by going to the Baptist Childrens Home and Central State Hospital ministering to residents, patients and staff. To cherish his fond memories are his loving and devoted parents, John F. Roberts Jr. of Dinwiddie, VA and Nadine Bland Roberts of S. Chesterfield, VA. Also to cherish his memories are his handsome sons, Nyheem Roberts, Raheem Roberts, Jaheem Roberts, Jaquan Roberts, Johntae and Jamaury Jones; his beautiful daughters, Jaliah Roberts, Laniyah Roberts, Shaianah Roberts, Jayanna Roberts, Zoey Roberts, and Deriona Gill, siblings; loving and devoted sisters, his heart beat, Chante Roberts of S Chesterfield, VA ; his dedicated diva, Felicia Richardson (Calvin) of Dinwiddie, VA; his keeping it real, Keonni Bethune of Petersburg, VA; and his ride or die, JohnDrea Roberts of Dinwiddie, VA; two devoted ride or die brothers, Carlos Haskins (Arquesia) and Johnathan Butcher, all of Petersburg, VA; aunts, one very devoted, Rev. (804) 732-5959. Her formal education was in the Virginia Public School System and she was employed as a Prince George County School Bus Driver for 20 plus years. Funeral services were Sunday afternoon at Onego Christian Church (formerly known as Seneca United Methodist Church) with Preacher Greg Adamson officiating. View condolence Solidarity program. She married James Vance in 1958, and worked as a waitress in a few Petersburg eateries. Bland Funeral Home - Petersburg Add Photos 3 Memories Clifton Walker, Sr. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion Box 2420 Petersburg, VA 23804 or you can e-mail atsjohnsonpetersburg-police.com All drawings must be received by 5PM August 13th, 2010 Police Chief Dixon will choose 5 finalists and beginning August 23 you will be able to vote for your favorite design online at Progress-lndex.com. She was an avid reader, a good story teller, quick with a joke, and a wonderful grandmother. Condolences to the family may be left at www. Prior to joining Calvary Temple COOLJC, she served as a missionary, sang in choirs and served in various other ministries. Condolences to the family may be left at www.schaefferfuneralhome.com. He was born on December 25, 1938 in Dinwiddie County God, in his infinite wisdom, saw fit to call Angela Cherrice Morgan from life on earth to eternal life on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. On February 22, 2023, John F. Roberts III, bravely answered the Masters call and went home to be present with the Lord. Petersburg, Virginia Give a memorial tree Plant a tree Light a candle Illuminate their memory Noah Wheeler Obituary We are sad to announce that on March 1, 2023 we In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Jami Nicole (Brown) Kile; and father of her children, David William Brown. Would you like to offer Noah Wheelers loved ones a condolence message? Funeral services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Schaeffer Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Church and Pastor Daryl Dunsmore officiating. Doris was born on March 15, 1934 in Disputanta, VA, to Ernest and Annie Jackson. Winner will be announced in The Progress-Index and prizes will be awarded. Please keep the Family in Prayer. Davids passion was his family, especially his grandchildren who were his pride and joy. He was also preceded in death Petersburg Progress Index is not responsible for screening, editing or verifying obituary content submitted. No matter how you feel at this moment, you have our commitment. Arrangements are under the direction of the Fraley Funeral Home, Moorefield. Suggested donation : American Heart Association, Funeral arrangement under the care ofBland Funeral Homes. Mr. Heavener was a 1971 graduate of Fort Ashby High School and was employed with the Mineral County Board of Education for 37 years, retiring as superintendent custodian. Interment will follow in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Dinwiddie.  Public Visitation will be held 12-7pm, Friday, January 13, 2023 at the funeral home.  Family is asked to assemble at the funeral home on the day of the service at 11:30am.   For more information, call us at (804) 732-7841. 


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. A public viewing will be on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 from 9am to 8pm at the J. L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment-Petersburg, VA. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the residence 21400 Jackson St. S. Chesterfield, VA on the day of the service at 12:45pm. Deaconess Frances Elizabeth Ragsdale Hicks (affectionately known as Aunt Frances), formerly of 19614 Manson Church Road, McKenney, Virginia November 23, 1930 - February 5, 2023 In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by one brother, Lester F. Weatherholtz and three sisters, Margaret Reed, Eunice June Weatherholtz and Edith Edie Pruitt.