Local obituaries for Colonial Heights, VA.

Mar 28, 2024

Mar 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Karlie Burke Jones, age 17, of Church Road, Virginia, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.  She was the beloved daughter of Gregory Todd Jones and Kristie Catherine Maitland. She was born in Virginia on July 30, 2006.  Karlie was preceded in death by her grandparents, William Ashby, Carol Lee...

Mar 26, 2024

After a lengthy illness, Tracey Lee Williams passed away on March 26, 2024, at the age of 60. Tracey was born on March 7, 1964, to the late Francis W. Williams, and Robert L. Breedlove. He was also preceded in death by his two sisters, Peggy Williams Holland (Bobby), Donna Williams Butler (Sonny), and a brother, Richard “Ricky” Allen Williams...

Mar 25, 2024

Jennifer Arimeter Traylor, 46, of Petersburg, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024. Born in Petersburg, Virginia on April 22, 1977, she was the daughter of the late David and Catherine Traylor, and was also preceded in death by her brother, David Matthew Traylor; and godson, Kavon Cooper.

Jennifer lived with the biggest and kindest heart and unconditionally loved her family...

Mar 24, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Novella Anne Earman (Mo), who passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the age of 80. 

She was a kind, loving and nurturing woman that was there for anyone (or animal) that needed her. She was mother and grandmother to many, biological or not. She gave her all...

Mar 24, 2024

Jewell Newsome West, 82, of Dinwiddie County, VA, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Born in Rocky Mount, NC, on July 1, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Henry Clay and Annie Bell Thomas Newsome. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carlton R. West, whom she married on December 30, 1961; and five...

Mar 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024

Judy Boyd Dorton, 71, of Chester passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024. She was born on May 26, 1952, in Pennington Gap, Virginia to the late Emmajean Boyd and Ted Lowe Boyd and was preceded in death by her son, Joseph P. Dorton; brothers, Glen Boyd and Ted Boyd Jr; and sister, Tammy Boyd.  Judy was a devoted member of...

Mar 20, 2024

Richard Winn Florence, 70, went to be with the Lord on March 20, 2024 following a lengthy illness.   Known to family, friends, and co-workers as “Flo-Daddy”, Rick had a compassionate and loving demeanor. He was a friend to everyone; honest, dedicated, and a role model for others. Rick was a true servant, always willing and ready to help anyone...

Mar 20, 2024

Linda Lee Kcraget, 82, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at St. Francis Hospital. Linda was born on Jan 10, 1942 to Pearl Stribling (Sutton) and William Lester Lee in Staunton, Virginia. She moved to Richmond during her childhood years and attended Hermitage High School, graduating in 1960. Linda married the love of her life, Charles R. Kcraget in...

Mar 19, 2024

Kenneth W. Milton, age 72, entered into eternal rest on March 19,  2024. Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Calvin Mayes Milton, and his mother, Audrey Nadine Milton. Surviving him is his devoted wife, Vera Lynn Milton; his daughter, Kristin Nicole Milton; son, Jason Todd Millis and wife, Lisa Michelle Millis; and grandsons, Hunter Todd Millis and Conner...

Mar 17, 2024

Linda Proffitt Beasley, 82, of Chester passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024. She was born on November 17, 1941, in Petersburg to the late Albert and Audrey Proffitt and was preceded in death by her husband, William Beasley; stepmother, Annette Proffitt; brother, Al “Buddy” Proffitt; and son, Skipper Humphries. Mrs. Beasley loved to travel with her husband Bill, fishing, bird...

Mar 15, 2024

David Ray Johnson, Sr., 78, of Prince George died on Friday, March 15, 2024 at his home. Born October 8, 1945, he was the son of the late Norris Lasley and Roberta Center Johnson, and was also preceded in death by his brother, Norris K. "Butch" Johnson.

He was a 1967 VMI graduate. David was a United States Army veteran, having...

Mar 14, 2024

Donald  “Donnie” Page Williams, age 62 of Matoaca, Virginia, died on Thursday, March 14, 2024 in CJW Johnston Willis Medical Center. Born March 31, 1961, he was the son of the late Richard Page William and Doris Lipford Ragsdale, and was also preceded in death by his son, Dale Lee Williams; and his sister, Melody Lane Williams.

After dedicating many years...

Mar 12, 2024

Larry Bivins Jefferson, 82, of Petersburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.  Larry was born December 30, 1941, to Milton and Lillian Jefferson of Petersburg.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Shaaron Jefferson, and brother Frank Jefferson (Sandra).   He is survived by his daughter, Kelly J. Wilson (Pat), stepdaughters, Christine T. Ramsey (Billy), and Stacey...

Mar 11, 2024

Mar 11, 2024

Kay Kitchens Belvin went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 11, 2024, after an extended illness. Born September 8, 1942, in Waynesboro, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late William I. and Grace Chance Kitchens and was also preceded in death by her husbands, Harry L. Patterson, Charles K. Strough, and Robert G....

Mar 10, 2024

It is with sadness and rejoicing that the Ohana of Clarence A. Toussaint, announce his peaceful transition due to illness on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the age of 51. Clarence was born in Trinidad and Tobago, immigrated to the United States, and served 23+ years in the U.S. Army (first as an enlisted soldier and retiring as a commissioned...

Mar 10, 2024

Melvin Davis was born on August 1, 1939, and passed to Heaven on Sunday, March 10, 2024, peacefully at home with his children and grandchildren at his side.

Melvin was born in Edenton, North Carolina. He was raised by his maternal grandparents and graduated high school there, but moved his family to Virginia to pursue a career in carpentry. He was a...

Mar 8, 2024

Ray Wilson Martin, 90, of Petersburg passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024. Born June 16, 1933, he was the son of the late Grover Clevland and Eva Elizabeth Smith Martin and was also preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph Crawford Martin, James Harold Martin, Edward Franklin Martin; sisters, Mary Eloise Martin, Francis Lee Martin, Erma Christine Martin, and...