Local obituaries for J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home
Terri L. Dolinger
Sep 20, 2024
Terri L. Dolinger, 60, of Chester, VA, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 20, 2024, at TriCities Hospital in Hopewell, VA, with family by her side. It was a beautiful, sunny, warm afternoon, and one of the last days of summer. Her mother was the only person in the room when Terri took her last breath. The family takes comfort...
William Philip Morgan, Jr.
Sep 18, 2024
Please join us for a celebration of life to honor our beloved father, grandfather, husband, and friend. We will gather in a casual setting to share stories, memories, and fellowship in remembrance of the incredible impact he had on all our lives.
Following the celebration of life, the family would like to welcome friends and family to gather from 3:30 p.m....
James "Jimbo" Coleman Rice, Sr.
Sep 17, 2024
James "Jimbo" Coleman Rice, Sr., 72, of Sutherland, VA, died peacefully, surrounded by family in his daughters home on September 17, 2024. He is preceded in death by his son, James C. Rice, Jr. He is survived by his daughter, Annette "Rice" McCracken and her husband, Mark, of Myrtle Beach, SC; and his grandchildren, Emma Conway, Taylor Hines, Caroline McCracken,...
Ralph Edward Lovejoy II
Sep 15, 2024
Ralph Edward Lovejoy II, born August 11, 1953, in Hamlin, West Virginia, passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 71 of unknown causes. Ralph was surrounded by his loving family members when he passed.
Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Ann Lovejoy; father, Ralph Edward ("Tom") Lovejoy; and brother-in-law, John A....
Kenneth L. "Kenny" DeBose
Sep 15, 2024
Kenneth L. "Kenny" DeBose, 60, of Dinwiddie, VA, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Kenny was born in Wilmington, NC on December 10,1963 to the late Edwin and Betty Debose. Kenny is survived by his two sons, Brandon L. DeBose and Justin T. DeBose; as well as, two grandchildren, Ashton L. DeBose and Reagan M. DeBose, whom all reside...
Michael Wilson
Sep 15, 2024
Michael Wayne Wilson, 51, of Chesterfield County, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, John R. Wilson.
Michael was a security guard for the U.S. Army military installation at Ft. Gregg-Adams. In his spare time, he enjoyed saltwater fishing, hunting, being at the beach and on any type of fresh...
Rodrigo Ibasitas Malpaya
Sep 14, 2024
Rodrigo Ibasitas Malpaya, 81 years old, of Chester, VA, joined his creator last Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born in Pangasinan, Philippines, he was the son of the late Benito and Victoria Malpaya. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Orlando and Antonio.
Rodrigo is survived by his loving wife, Veronica Malpaya; his sister; Lolita; his five brothers, Bonifacio, Jose,...
Christina Stevens
Sep 13, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Christina Ann Stevens (née Scrivener), who was taken from us too soon on Friday, September 13, 2024, at 52 years of age. She fought valiantly against breast cancer, including surgery and debilitating treatments which gave us four extra years with her. She brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives...
Margaret Twiford
Sep 13, 2024
Margaret (Maggie) Wagner Twiford, 81 of Prince George, VA, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, in Aldie, VA. She was born January 4, 1943, to the late Emily Mezera Wagner and Ernest Frank Wagner, Sr. Maggie was a lifelong resident of Prince George, VA. She graduated from Prince George High School, went to Business School, and worked as an Executive...
Thomas Reis
Sep 11, 2024
Thomas E. Reis "Tom", 75, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He was predeceased by his parents, Linus and Frances (Parvis) Reis. He leaves behind to honor his memory his loving wife, Laurel Ann; daughters, Carol Shifflett (Martin) and Kimberly (Tim Powers); stepsons, Zachary Dingle and...
Dayton Garrett
Sep 11, 2024
Our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Dayton Dwayne Garrett, "DD", passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 11, 2024, at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Anne Jones Garrett; a son, Stephen A. Garrett and spouse, Janet; granddaughter, Alexandra Garrett and partner, William Underwood; three great-grandchildren, Annabella Underwood, Xander Underwood, and Melody...
Elizabeth Marlene Carter
Sep 10, 2024
Elizabeth Marlene Carter, 82, of Chester, VA, passed away on September 10, 2024. Marlene was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Douglas and Helena Schmenner. She is preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Doug Schmenner.
Marlene was a graduate of Western High School in Baltimore and Bard Avon Secretarial College. She spent many years working as a...
Helen Young
Sep 10, 2024
Helen "Nana" Young, 81, of Dewitt, VA, died September 10, 2024. Born in Page County, VA, and raised in Chesterfield, VA, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Kite. She was the perfection of what a mother should be. She is preceded by her late husband, Leonard "Bubba" Young. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Williams...
Cynthia Gay Hill
Sep 10, 2024
Cynthia Gay Hill, 68, of Chesterfield, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. She was preceded in death by her father, Norman William Bryant; sister, Deborah Bryant; and niece, Hollie Newsome. Cynthia is survived by her mother, Doris Bryant; loving spouse of 43 years, Wayne Hill; children, Trae Kite (Stephanie) and Michael Kite (Tricia); grandchildren, Kelsie Wild (Hunter), Gavin Kite,...
Evelyn Mae (Lingerfelt) Gupton
Sep 6, 2024
Evelyn Mae (Lingerfelt) Gupton, 90, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace P. Lingerfelt and Virginia Leslie Lingerfelt; her husband of 24 years, Carl Burt Gupton; her sons, Carl B. Gupton, Jr. and Robert D. Gupton; and her sisters, Bertha, Frances, and Virginia.
Evelyn graduated from Midway High School. She was...
Shirley Murray Howard
Sep 3, 2024
Shirley Murray Howard, 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, with her husband by her side.
She was born in Hiltons, Virginia, to Pearlie and Walter Murray, on December 17, 1935. Shirley grew up in Kingsport, Tennessee, with four siblings. She attended Emory and Henry College, where she studied education and psychology, and met her husband of 66 years,...
William Joseph Sawyer
Sep 2, 2024
William Joseph Sawyer, 63, of Dinwiddie County, VA, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024. Born in Neptune, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Robert and Mary Sawyer; and was also preceded in death by a grandson, Austin Sawyer; and one great-granddaughter, Brynleigh Smith. Mr. Sawyer had worked for the City of Colonial Heights as a Supervisor...
Oather Oakey Mitchell III
Sep 2, 2024
Oather Oakey Mitchell III, 89 of Chester, VA, died peacefully September 2, 2024. A lifetime resident of Chester, VA, he was the son of the late Oather Oakey Mitchell II and Kathryn Helen Cox. He attended St. Joseph Catholic and Thomas Dale High Schools. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. After losing his father at the...
Alora Meilani Washington
Sep 1, 2024
Alora Meilani Washington was born on December 24, 2023, in Richmond, VA. Our Angel transitioned this life on September 1, 2024. She is the cherished daughter of Najah Williams and James Washington. She is survived by three sisters, Nailah and Janayah Williams, Mileena Washington; grandparents Denise and Darnell Williams, Amy Washington, and Randy Washington; and a host of aunts, uncles,...
Louise W. Dayvault
Aug 31, 2024
Louise W. Dayvault, 90, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Born and raised in Dinwiddie County, VA, she was the daughter of the late James Oliver Williams and Mildred Lee Davis Williams; and was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Ira David Dayvault, Sr.; four brothers, Randolph Williams, Toby Williams, Wilbur Williams, and Thomas...
