Charles David “Turtle” Sears, 18, of Hopewell, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Lana Sears; and paternal grandfather, Gerald Brinkley. Turtle is survived by his parents, Charles E. and Alanna Walmsley Sears; 3 brothers, Seth Sears, Evan Sears and Justus Sears; maternal grandparents, Betty and Robert Walmsley; paternal grandparents, Charles R. Sears and Jackie Brinkley; biological grandfather, Jeptha Gibson; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Turtle loved classical music and had a particular interest in the color red. He touched the lives of many people and showed them how to be compassionate to those with disabilities. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be donated to Noah’s Children, Bon Secours Healthcare Foundation, 7229 Forest Ave, #200 Richmond, VA 23226. Condolences may be registered at
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