OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Colonial Heights, VA.

Carol Andrews Kellett

Carol Andrews Kellett

Jan 10, 2024

Carol Andrews Kellett, 81, of Dinwiddie, VA, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at her home.  She was born on March 24, 1942, to the late Martin and Rosa Traylor Andrews, and was also preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Clyde Kellett Jr.; a daughter, Sharon Diane Carr; and two brothers, Donny and William Andrews.  Carol retired after...

Sylvester L. Vaeth

Sylvester L. Vaeth

Jan 10, 2024

Lt. Col. Sylvester L. (Sam) Vaeth, USAF (Ret.) was born September 11, 1929 in Baltimore, Maryland.  Sam, grew up in Pikesville, Maryland where he gained notoriety as an all-star baseball player for Loyola, a local high school and played on semi-professional teams in the area.  After graduating from Loyola College in 1951, he entered the United States Air Force where...

Donald Francis Bishop

Donald Francis Bishop

Jan 7, 2024

Donald Francis Bishop, 88, of Ford, Virginia passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilton Napoleon Bishop, Mary Young Barnes Crichton; stepfather, John R. Crichton; daughter, Cathy JoAnn Bishop; and son-in-law, Richard J. Freeburn Sr.

Francis was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He started working at age 17 in construction, eventually...

Charles Reese Ethridge

Charles Reese Ethridge

Jan 7, 2024

Charles Reese Ethridge, 99, of Petersburg, VA passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024. Born in Petersburg, VA on March 10, 1924, he was the son of the late Charles Lee and Alma Flowers Ethridge. He was also preceded in death by his oldest daughter, Eileen Teachey, and his siblings, Woodrow Ethridge, Bobby Ethridge, Peg Ward and Gladys Melichampe.

Charles...

John Edward Slaughter, Jr.

John Edward Slaughter, Jr.

Jan 7, 2024

John Edward Slaughter, Jr., 73,  of Chester passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024. Born July 29, 1950, he was the son of the late John E. Slaughter, Sr. and June Horton Slaughter.

John dedicated 37 years to Allied Chemical/Honeywell as an electrician, showcasing his expertise. He retired in December 2015 and then spent two fulfilling years at ITAC.

Outside...

Daniel Ray McMillion

Daniel Ray McMillion

Jan 6, 2024

Daniel Ray McMillion, 58, of Sutherland passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024. Born November 10, 1965, he was the son of Alma Christine McMillion and the late Luther Marion McMillion.

He worked in construction for many years, where he became known for his skills in operating heavy equipment.

One of his greatest joys in life was hunting, and he...

Betty Sue Robinson Hiller

Betty Sue Robinson Hiller

Jan 5, 2024

Betty Sue Robinson Hiller, 77, of Disputanta, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 5, 2024. Born in North Carolina on January 13, 1946, she was the daughter of the late George Leo Robinson and Ruth Landreth Robinson. She was also preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, George Baxter Robinson and Cassie Mae Robinson; maternal grandparents, Elmer Marion Landreth...

Carolyn Jeanette Froggatt

Carolyn Jeanette Froggatt

Jan 5, 2024

Carolyn Jeanette Froggatt, 77, of Prince George passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024. Born October 25, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Earl B. and Francis C. Wagner.

Carolyn dedicated many years of her life to the field of accounting, where she served as an accountant assistant. Later in her career, she transitioned seamlessly into the role...

Elsie Louise Wade Wamsley

Elsie Louise Wade Wamsley

Jan 4, 2024

Elsie Louise Wade Wamsley, 88, of Colonial Heights passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Born September 30, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth R. and Elsie Oliver Wade, and was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Curtis Reginald Wamsley; and two sisters, Lillian Wright and Elaine Womack.

Louise married her childhood sweetheart,...

Randolph Bryant Vaughan

Randolph Bryant Vaughan

Dec 31, 2023

Randolph Bryant “Randy” Vaughan, 70, passed away at Chippenham Hospital on December 31, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Hilton Vaughan Sr. and Mollie Bryant Vaughan, sister Peggy Vaughan Lee, and in-laws George Perkinson and Marceline Perkinson-Shields. Randy was a graduate of Colonial Heights High School class of 1971 and was a star varsity basketball player...

Lilly Lee Patman

Lilly Lee Patman

Dec 29, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lilly Lee Patman, 18, who passed away unexpectedly in a tragic hunting incident. Born on July 31, 2005, Lilly brought joy and warmth into the lives of all who knew her.

She began her educational journey at Thomas Dale High School (2019-2021) before moving on to Ignite Christian Academy....

Jewel Spence King

Jewel Spence King

Dec 27, 2023

Jewel Spence King, a resident of Emporia, Virginia, departed this world to be with her Lord and Savior on December 27, 2023, at the age of 80.  Jewel was preceded in death by Matt Franklin Spence, her father, and Nellie Mae Harris Spence, her mother. 

Jewel is survived by Lester Reamy King, Sr., her husband of 60 years, and Jack, her beloved Labrador...

Brenda Gay Vest

Brenda Gay Vest

Dec 27, 2023

Brenda Gay Vest 74, of Petersburg, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at John Randolph Medical Center.  The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 2, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory 2033 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834.

Bret O'Bryan Forrest

Bret O'Bryan Forrest

Dec 26, 2023

Bret O’ Bryan Forrest, 32, of Matoaca, VA, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at his residence.  He was born in Richmond, Virginia on July 15, 1991. Bret was preceded in death by his grandmother, Martha Burleson; grandfather, Daryl Forrest; and many aunts and uncles that Bret has missed very much, and we know he is happy to be...

Norman Lovin

Norman Lovin

Dec 26, 2023

Norman Lovin, 82, of Colonial Heights passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Born January 10, 1941, he was the son of the late Ernest and Ada Lovin.

He dedicated 30 years of his life to Honeywell, where he retired. Prior to his career, Norman proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army for four years....

Logan Ryan Pearce

Logan Ryan Pearce

Dec 25, 2023

Logan Ryan Pearce, 36, of Colonial Heights passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023 at his residence. Born March 9, 1987, he was the son of Milford Glynn Pearce, Jr. and the late Nancy Beasley Pearce.

Logan's love for sports, particularly golf, fishing, and soccer, was a defining aspect of his character. Whether he was on the golf course,...

Sharon Kay Carter

Sharon Kay Carter

Dec 23, 2023

Sharon Kay Carter, 68, of Prince George passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023. Born December 12, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Leo David and Barbara Cochran Lipchak.

Sharon dedicated 30 years of her life in service to the government, retiring from the Department of Defense as an administrative assistant. Her commitment and hard work leaves a...

Janet Battle Dunn

Janet Battle Dunn

Dec 22, 2023

Janet Battle Dunn, 79, of Carson, Virginia, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023. Born in Ohio on August 25, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Battle and Gertrude Lincolnhoeger Battle. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Hawks.

Janet owned and operated Chester Beauty Shop for over 15 dedicated years, retiring in the...

Doralene Bell Reed

Doralene Bell Reed

Dec 21, 2023

Doralene Bell Reed, 88, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at her home. She was born on August 23, 1935, on Becky’s Creek near Huttonsville, in Randolph County, WV.

After graduating from Tygart Valley High School, she attended Glenville State College, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Library Science. While at Glenville, she met the love of...

Edward Gill Webb III.

Edward Gill Webb III.

Dec 20, 2023

Edward Gill Webb III., 60, of Petersburg, VA, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was born on April 30, 1963. Gill was preceded in death by his loving mother, Emma “Jeannine” Webb; his older brother, Richard “Ricky” Lee Becker; and his father, E.G Webb Jr. He graduated from Petersburg High in 1981. Gill was...

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