OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Colonial Heights, VA.

Iris Jean Richards

Iris Jean Richards

Jun 21, 2023

Iris Jean Richards, affectionately known as "Mama Jean", 90, of Petersburg, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Her departure leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy of love that will forever echo in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Iris was born on April 4, 1933 in Troutville, Virginia, the daughter of the...

Travis Scott Cooper

Travis Scott Cooper

Jun 19, 2023

Travis Scott “Coop” Cooper, 24, of Colonial Heights, VA, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023, at his residence after a long battle with addiction. He was born on September 16, 1998, to the late Christopher Scott “Scotty” Cooper and Lori Leigh Bauschatz of Colonial Heights, VA. He was also preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, JC “Papa” Cooper,...

Pastoria A Bryant

Pastoria A Bryant

Jun 19, 2023

Pastoria A. Bryant, 101, of Chester, VA passed away on June 19 2023 after a brief illness.

Prior to moving to Chester in the early 1980's, Pat and her late husband, Bruce, lived in Sandy Point, VA, overlooking the lower Potomac River. She and Bruce loved spending time on the water in their boat, the "Lady Pastoria," and catching bluefish....

Josie Moore Landers

Josie Moore Landers

Jun 17, 2023

Josie M. Landers, 90, of S. Chesterfield, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 at her residence. She was born February 2, 1933 to the later Charles Joseph and Clara Estelle Dobbs Moore, Josie was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Clifton Landers, son, Steven Wayne Landers, three sisters, Shirley Moore Cole, Brenda Peyton Blaha and Nettie Moore Mason. She...

Irene Marie Woolf

Irene Marie Woolf

Jun 16, 2023

Irene Marie Inman Woolf was born on July 23, 1942, in Sandpoint, Idaho. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving husband, Sam, and family members on June 16, 2023, from congestive heart failure.

Irene was such a gentle, loving, and caring soul to everyone she met. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, putting puzzles together and experiencing new adventures. She cherished...

Nettie Lee "Doolie" Cutler

Nettie Lee "Doolie" Cutler

Jun 14, 2023

 

Nettie Lee “Doolie” Cutler passed away on June 14, 2023 surrounded by family at the age of 101.  She was the daughter of the late Mebbie Moody and Durant Alphin of Pink Hill, NC; wife to the late Stan Cutler; and mother to the late Rom Cutler.  She is survived by her son Gary Cutler and wife, Beth; granddaughters, Stephanie...

Carlyle Philip Comer

Carlyle Philip Comer

Jun 13, 2023

 

Carlyle Philip Comer, 88, of Colonial Heights, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023.  He was born September 17, 1934 in Vinton, Virginia to Marvin and Christine Sublette Comer. He was predeceased by wife, Barbara Altice Comer; and second wife, Ingrid Westerholm Comer; daughter, Debra McDaniel; son, Philip Comer; brother, William Comer; and sister, Virginia Dudley.

Carlyle graduated from William...

Charlotte Mann Browder

Charlotte Mann Browder

Jun 10, 2023

Charlotte Mann Browder, 98, of Colonial Heights, departed this life in the early morning of June 10, 2023. She was born June 21, 1924, in Ettrick, VA, to the late William B. and Bella D. Mann. She was just 11 days away from happily celebrating her 99th birthday! Charlotte was raised in Ettrick and was a member of Ettrick United...

Clifton Sutherland Clay

Clifton Sutherland Clay

Jun 8, 2023

Clifton Sutherland Clay, 90 of DeWitt, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.  Born September 4, 1932, in Dinwiddie, VA he was the son of the late James and Sadie Clay and was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Louise Bone Clay; three sisters, Mary Graves, Inez Bennett, and Alice Green; and two brothers, James...

Wirt H. Hailey III

Wirt H. Hailey III

Jun 3, 2023

Wirt Henry “Pete” Hailey III., 77 of Colonial Heights, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was born September 30 1945 to the late Wirt H. Hailey Jr., and Violet Biggers Hailey. Pete was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Ashely Lynn Hailey, and a brother, Gerald Hailey.  He was a longtime member of...

Mildred Ann Randolph

Mildred Ann Randolph

Jun 3, 2023

Mildred Randolph, 88, of North Dinwiddie, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 in her loving home surrounded by family.  She was preceded in death by her parents; Sidney Shuford and Leila Weber, her husband; of 48 years R.D. Randolph, a daughter; Robin Gail Hensley, an infant son; Robert Douglas, her sisters; Doris Baucom and Margaret Lewis. Mildred loved celebrating...

Doris Sue Gilbert

Doris Sue Gilbert

Jun 1, 2023

 

Doris Sue Phillippi Gilbert 81, of Chester, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023.  She was born August 4, 1941 to the late Earl and Dorothy Clemmons Pillippi.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Shirlee Jones.  Mrs. Gilbert was a member of Falling Creek Baptist Church.  She is survived by her husband; Billy Gilbert, sister; Velva Giddings,...

Michael Wayne Brown

Michael Wayne Brown

May 31, 2023

Michael Wayne Brown, 58, of Dinwiddie, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Born on March 23, 1965, he was the son of the late Gerald William and Grace Vaughan Brown.

Michael was a former superintendent electrician, working for the construction industry. He loved working and being outdoors, building things, and riding his motorcycle.

He is survived by his...

Curtis Edward Wheeler

Curtis Edward Wheeler

May 29, 2023

 

Curtis Edward Wheeler, 79, of N. Dinwiddie passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023. Born June 15, 1943, he was the son of the late Howard Edward and Daine Frances Wheeler, and was also preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Ann Wheeler.

Curtis was a United State Army Veteran, who served during the Korean Conflict. He had a...

James Allan Potts

James Allan Potts

May 25, 2023

James Allan Potts, 96, of Colonial Heights passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Born March 19, 1927, he was the son of the late Thomas Hamling and Lena Gay Potts and was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Katie May Potts.

He was proud to be a United States Navy veteran, having served on the U.S.S. Mississippi...

Lottie Gray Clarke

Lottie Gray Clarke

May 25, 2023

Lottie Gray Clarke, aged 91, peacefully passed away in her sleep at home on Thursday, May 25, 2023. She was born on November 28, 1931, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to her loving parents, Robert Louis Fisher and Winnie Fisher.

Lottie exemplified kindness and generosity, finding joy in the company of her beloved family. She loved entertaining, regularly opening her home...

Claude Henry Harpole

Claude Henry Harpole

May 23, 2023

Claude Henry Harpole, 93, of S. Chesterfield, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Born and raised in Mississippi, Henry was the son of the late Oswald and Virgie Harpole, and was also preceded in death by his grandparents; son, Jerry Harpole; and sisters, Liza White and Billie Jean Barton.

At the age of 22, Henry was drafted into the...

Frank McDaniel

Frank McDaniel

May 23, 2023

On May 23, 2023, at the age of 77, The Lord called Frank McDaniel to be with Him in his heavenly home.

Frank was affectionately known as “Papa” by many family members including kids, grandkids, great-grand kids, and to many other students and children he loved and served in ministry. He was born on June 22, 1945 in Louisa Virginia...

Robert James Bishop

Robert James Bishop

May 21, 2023

Robert James Bishop, 84, of Hopewell, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023. Born in Hopewell on February 10, 1939, he was the son of the late Edward Glenn Bishop and Mary Ethel Lantz Bishop.

Robert retired from Honeywell as a Lab Technician after dedicating 38 years. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Hopewell, VA. 

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Robert Earl Balducci Sr.

Robert Earl Balducci Sr.

May 19, 2023

 

Robert Earl Balducci Sr., 90, of Colonial Heights, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 19, 2023. Born in Richmond, Virginia, on June 2, 1932, he was the son of the late Ugo and Inez Gunn Balducci. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Geraldine Balducci.

Robert served in the United States Army as Private...

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