Local obituaries for J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home
Robert Mitchell Lewis III
Mar 24, 2025
Robert Mitchell Lewis III, "Robbie", 50, a lifelong resident of Dinwiddie, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Mitchell Lewis, Jr.
Robert is survived by his mother, Judith H. Lewis; sisters, Stephanie L. Vaughan and Robin L. Howerton (Norman); nephew, Damian Vaughan; nieces, Sarah Vaughan and Jessica Howerton; great nephews, Lincoln Vaughan...
Kathleen Worontsoff
Mar 20, 2025
Kathleen Worontsoff, 78, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025. She was born to the late Anthony Guglielmo and Bernice Puckett in Philadelphia, PA.
She had a long time career at Philip Morris USA and retired at 2003. She loved to spend time at the beach or traveling all across the world. She is survived by her loving husband, Walter "Wally"...
Kathryn Edwards Ryan
Mar 19, 2025
Kathryn Edwards Ryan, of Colonial Heights, VA, was brought into her heavenly home on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, while surrounded by her loving family.
Kathy was born on April 11, 1955, in Petersburg, VA, to Lucille H. Edwards and Joseph F. Edwards (Tink). Kathy loved her family immensely and enjoyed every moment that was spent with them. She loved her horses...
Gerald E. Sechrest
Mar 18, 2025
Gerald E. Sechrest (known to all as "Jerry Sechrest") Age 92, of Prince George County, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on March 18th, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Jean Sechrest; his parents, Ed and Elaine Sechrest; his brother, Donnie Sechrest; and his first grandchild, Ashley P. Daniels.
He is survived by his four...
Madeline Betty Spence
Mar 18, 2025
Madeline Betty Spence, 93, passed away on March 18, 2025. Madeline is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Spence; and son, Robert E. Spence. She is survived by her daughter, Roberta Bordeaux (Leon); son, Roy Spence (Vicky); daughter, Robecca Purdie (Ronnie); son, Ronald Spence; and blessed with so many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, we could never name them...
John Joseph Schwab
Mar 14, 2025
John Joseph Schwab, 71, of Chesterfield, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025. He was the son of the late Captain Joseph L. Schwab and Helen Hiers Schwab.
John is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Margaret Schwab; his daughter, Lisa Marie Haywood; two grandsons, Jacob and Nicholas Haywood; his sister, Marie "Ree" Driggers; his nephew, Charley Driggers (Michele);...
Joan Hayes Allen
Mar 13, 2025
Joan Hayes Allen, of Chester, VA, passed away on March 13, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Joan's quiet kindness and gentle love touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born and raised in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late C.S. Hayes, Jr. and Frances Hayes. She is survived by her husband of...
David Lee Brown
Mar 12, 2025
David Lee Brown, age 91, of Chester, VA, passed away on March 12, 2025.
Born to the late Wilard and Evelyn Brown. David was also preceded in death by his brothers, Donald Brown and Dr. Wilard "Bill" Brown.
David was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Sarah Brown, with whom he shared nearly 69 years of marriage. As well as he...
David Emmons Newkirk
Mar 10, 2025
David Emmons Newkirk, 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 10, 2025. David was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church in Colonial Heights. He graduated in 1957 from Hopewell High School and was 4-year veteran of the United States Army. In 1999, he retired from Firestone Synthetic Fibers, Bridgestone, and Allied Signal with...
Spencer Vaughan Perkins, Jr.
Mar 10, 2025
Spencer "Barney" Vaughan Perkins, Jr., of Petersburg, VA, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the age of 87 years.
Barney was preceded in death by his parents, Spencer V. and Ruby W. Perkins; his wife, Patricia Ann Jolly Perkins; and brother, Earl Claiborne Perkins. He is survived by two sons, Spencer V. Perkins III (Nina), and their two children,...
Hermine Margaret Anderson
Mar 9, 2025
Hermine Margaret Anderson passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025. She was born on January 10, 1937, in Ansbach, Germany, as the fifth of six children. Hermine's early years were difficult, as she grew up in war-torn Germany during World War II. These early struggles gave her an inner strength that stayed with her for the rest of her life.
In...
Walter Phillip Diacont
Mar 9, 2025
Walter Phillip Diacont "Phil", 85, of Disputanta, VA, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Born in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late Linwood William Diacont and Helen Theresa Parker Diacont. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary White Diacont; his brothers, Pete Diacont, Bobby Diacont, and Charles Diacont; and his sister, Theresa Heath.
Mr....
Betty Lou Munford Hicks
Mar 9, 2025
Hicks, Betty Lou Munford, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025. She was the seventh of eight children of the late Mathew Munford, Sr. and Susie Belle Cones Munford. She was married to the love of her life, Victor Elwood Hicks, for fifty-seven years until his passing in October 2019. In addition to her parents and Victor, Betty...
Lewis Edwin Lufsey
Mar 8, 2025
Lewis Edwin Lufsey, 84, of Colonial Heights, Virginia, passed away on March 8, 2025.
He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Lewis was a proud veteran who served in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed a successful career in plumbing supply for 45 years. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 2, and Fraternal Order of Eagles #882,...
Sandra Ann Sanroma
Mar 8, 2025
Sandra (Sandy) Ann Sanroma, 82, of Chester, VA, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother- she was deeply grateful for the joys of motherhood and cherished her role as a loving, devoted grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Ulises Sanroma; daughter, Cristina Albin; and grandson Shane Albin.
Though born in Wilmington,...
Steven John Taylor
Mar 8, 2025
Steven John Taylor died on Saturday, March 8, 2025. He was born to the late John Jr. and Deloris Taylor, in Greensburg, PA. He is also preceded by his aunt, Betty Taylor. Steve was a loved man, who spent much of his time hard at work at his auto body shop. When he wasn't there, he would explore the great...
Nancy Kathryn (Anderson) Beardslee
Mar 6, 2025
Nancy Kathryn (Anderson) Beardslee, 89, of Colonial Heights, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2025. She was born in DeKalb, Illinois, on May 2, 1935. Nancy was known for her warmth, generosity and loving spirit.
Nancy was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Leona Anderson; her brother, John Anderson; and husband, Pat Beardslee.
She is survived by her...
Dares Georahan
Mar 5, 2025
Dares Georahan, 77, of Hopewell and Colonial Heights, Virginia, passed away on March 5, 2025. Born and raised in Khorat, Thailand, Dares immigrated to Virginia in 1973, making the City of Hopewell her home until relocating to Colonial Heights in 2013. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and devoted herself to her family. Dares is survived by her...
Carol Crowder Chappell
Mar 5, 2025
Carol Crowder Chappell, 81, of Carson, VA, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Karl P. and Frances Rudd Crowder; and was also preceded in death by her husband, Glenn F. Chappell. Mrs. Chappell had worked for the Bank of Southside Virginia since she was 18 years old, having earned the title of...
Howard Thomas Moss
Mar 4, 2025
Howard Thomas Moss, USAF (Ret.) was born on February 3, 1937, in Richmond, Virginia, to Katherine (Fensom) Moss and Earnest Francis Moss. Howard passed away at Baymarsh, on March 4, 2025. Howard leaves behind his beloved wife of 50 years, Susan Moss; his devoted dog, Paces; brothers, Randall (Renee) and Kevin (Kelli); as well as, many loving cousins, nieces and...
