Local obituaries for J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home
John Amos Gray
Jan 30, 2021
John Amos Gray, 66, of Disputanta, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Gray. John was employed by the state of Virginia working in information technology field and retired after many years as a Computer Programmer. He is survived by his beloved wife, Marsha Gray; mother, Laura Konkle Gray; and two...
Richard Thomas Joyner
Jan 29, 2021
Richard Thomas Joyner, 81, of Hopewell, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. Born in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late James Roland Joyner and Sallie Bell Harris Joyner. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Mary F. Warren, Dorothy L. Freeman, Marjorie M. Cole, and James A. Joyner. Richard Joyner was employed with Brenco,...
Lynda Martin Livesay
Jan 29, 2021
Lynda Martin Livesay, 83, of Hopewell, VA, died Friday, January 29, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Archie W. Martin Sr. and Ruth Jones Martin. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Roy Marshall Livesay; brother, Archie W. Martin Jr. She is survived by her sons, Douglas, Darrell; grandchildren, Adam (Megan), Cynthia; sister, Kaye Ballowe;...
Phillip Seward Brown
Jan 28, 2021
On Thursday January 28, Phillip Seward Brown age 74, passed away peacefully and he headed toward “hot rod heaven” where he intends to build the best 32 Ford that has ever hit the streets of Petersburg. Phil was a lifelong resident of Petersburg and was a friend to many. He spent most of his childhood growing up on Johnson Road...
Teddy Joe Ball, Sr.
Jan 28, 2021
After a brief illness, Teddy Joe Ball, Sr. went home to be with the Lord at 4:30 a.m. on January 28, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe Harrison Ball and Roxie Hunter Ball. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Ball; two sons, Teddy Joe Ball, Jr. (Bonnie), Jason Christopher Ball; a sister, Linda Ball Canipe...
James Berkley Jean, Sr.
Jan 28, 2021
James “Jimmy” Berkley Jean, Sr. (also known fondly by many as “Nip”), 86, of Colonial Heights, Virginia passed away peacefully on January 28, 2021. He was born on December 3, 1934 in Emporia, Virginia to the late Lillian J. Jean and Ernest L. “Buddy” Jean. He was preceded in death by his brother, E. Lashley Jean, Jr., and sister, Nell...
Jason Mccoy Bell
Jan 28, 2021
Jason McCoy Bell, 48, of Chester, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2021. Jason Bell was born at Seymour Johnson Airforce Base in Goldsboro, NC. He enjoyed helping others and was an accomplished Eagle Scout. Jason was employed with UPS and was known for his incredible work ethic. He had a passion for playing the drums and making music. He...
Larry Ryland New, Jr.
Jan 27, 2021
Larry Ryland New, Jr. 52, of Chesterfield, VA., passed away, Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He is preceded in death by his uncles, Corey New and Moncie Gibson. Larry graduated from VCU in 1991 and was a Richmond City Police Officer for 27 years, and he was an avid horror movie buff. He is survived by his wife, Melissa Lawton New;...
Frederick Louis Stone
Jan 27, 2021
Fred L. Stone (87) joined his bride of 53 years (Helen) in heaven on January 27th. Fred enjoyed yardwork, fishing and telling a good joke ("Nothing 20 years younger wouldn't cure"). Fred proudly served in the US Army and was a retired printer. He is survived by his daughter Teresa (John) Sensibaugh, grandsons Justin (Julianne) Brown (his pride and joy...
Daniel Lawrence Benka
Jan 27, 2021
Born October 22, 1939 in Cudahy, Wisconsin, Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Daniel L. Benka of Prince George, Virginia passed unexpectedly on January, 26, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona. Predeceased by father, Thomas John Benka and mother Julia Dembowski, Daniel lived a full life dedicated to family, service, and faith. A 1957 graduate of Cudahy High School, “Danny” went on to study Economics...
Derrell Webb Brockwell
Jan 27, 2021
Derrell Webb Brockwell, 81, of Hopewell, VA, died Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He was the son of the late Walter Edward Brockwell, Sr. and Emma Rowell Brockwell. He was predeceased by his younger brother, Thornton Brockwell. Derrell is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Brenda Ingram Brockwell; sons, Randy Brockwell, Ronny Brockwell, and Jason Elder; daughter, Angela Elder...
Christine Collins Hoverstock
Jan 27, 2021
Christine Collins Hoverstock, 100, of N. Dinwiddie passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. Born April 3, 1920, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Patricia Henrietta Collins, and was also preceded in death by her husband, Sherman Hoverstock; and 14 siblings. She was a lifetime member of Rowanta Baptist Church, now Rowanta United Methodist, in Carson,...
Ronald Ashton Slaughter
Jan 27, 2021
Ronald Ashton Slaughter, 65, of Sutherland, VA, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at John Randolph Medical Center after a very brief battle with esophageal cancer. He passed peacefully with his wife and daughter by his side. Ron was preceded in death by his father, Frank Ashton Slaughter. He is survived by his mother, Virgie Louise Griffin Slaughter; his...
Mary Louise Beatman
Jan 27, 2021
Mary Lou Beatman peacefully died on January 27, 2021 in her residence at Ironbridge by Agewell Living, she was 97. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her husband Jim Beatman and her daughter Kristie Beatman and her sisters, Jane Lee and Anne Hudock. She is survived by her sons, Jeff Beatman (Patty) and Gus Beatman, and her grandchildren, Meghan...
William Mcilwaine Young, Jr.
Jan 27, 2021
William McIlwaine Young, Jr, 90, of Chesterfield, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Barbara Young; older sister, Gene Y. Peterson, and his parents, William McIlwaine Young, Sr. and Selma Bland Jolly. He is survived by his sons, David A. Young (Lucille), Mark E. Young (Denise) and Paul...
William Donald Moore
Jan 26, 2021
William Donald Moore, 81, of Chester, VA, died Tuesday January 26, 2021. Born in Petersburg, VA he was the son of the late William Randolph Moore and Helen Price Moore. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Dale B. Moore; children, Terri M. Mack (Andy), Donnie Moore (Denise), Lyndsey Cosner; grandchildren, Amber Mack, Christopher Mack (Gabbi), Zane...
Bennett Stephen Nelson
Jan 26, 2021
Bennett Stephen Nelson was born on January 19, 1946 in Astoria Queens, New York. His parents, Peter and Clementine Nelson welcomed their second son into the world just at sunrise. Bennett joined the US Navy on September 24, 1963 shortly after graduating high school. Because of his confidence, intelligence and stature Bennett was selected to represent the US Navy on...
Lois Marie Merritt Davis
Jan 25, 2021
Lois Marie Merritt Davis, 82, of Hopewell, VA, died January 25th, 2021. Born and raised in Hopewell, Lois graduated in the top 10 of her Hopewell Highschool graduating class. She received her Associate’s Degree in Applied Science with a Minor in Office Systems Technology and Specialization in General Secretarial from John Tyler Community College. Lois was an Administrative Assistant at...
Victor Manuel Cintron
Jan 24, 2021
Victor Manuel Cintron, 83, of Hopewell passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico on February 27, 1937, he was the son of the late Manuel R. and Maria E. Silva Cintron, and was also preceded in death by his son, Luis Anthony Cintron; grandson, Brandon M. Cintron; and daughter-in-law, Tracey Cintron. A United States Army...
Charles Robert Williams
Jan 24, 2021
Charles Robert Williams, 68, of Chester, passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Marian Williams; mother, Doris Mae Williams; step-father, Lawrence Collins; step-grandmother, Ms. Bessie Rollins; step-aunt, Jessie; step-uncle, Virgil; infant brother, Charles Williams and siblings, Albert Collins, Michael Williams, and Janice Williams; niece, Cassandra Gaffe; and nephew, Franklin L. Johnson, Jr....
