Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Amelia County, Virginia

Shirley Ann (Jones)  Hawkins

Shirley Ann (Jones) Hawkins

Jun 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Hawkins, who peacefully departed this life on June 16, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 28, 1931, in Virginia, Shirley lived a fulfilling life marked by love, dedication, and compassion. She was a cherished resident of Amelia, Virginia, where she embraced her role as a devoted...

Carlton Eugene Ripley

Carlton Eugene Ripley

Jun 14, 2025

Carlton Ripley of Crewe, Virginia passed away on Jun 14, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Verlena Sue (Yates)  Borum

Verlena Sue (Yates) Borum

Jun 12, 2025

Borum, Verlena, age 67, of Jetersville, was born in Haysi, VA on May 12th, 1958, to Claude S. Yates and Dora L. Yates, both of whom preceded her in death, as did her brother Curtis Yates. She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years Jeffery L. Borum, along with her three daughters Heather N. Amiss (Sean Sr.),...

Junior Edward Rayley

Junior Edward Rayley

Jun 12, 2025

RAYLEY, Junior Edward, 87, of Chesterfield, entered into eternal life June 12, 2025. He was a retired transmission mechanic and loved yard sales and flea markets. He grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western Virginia and moved to Richmond in the 50s. He was the oldest of 4 siblings who survive him: Melba Lambe, Roxie Lawson and...

Thelma Patsy (Saunders)  Taylor

Thelma Patsy (Saunders) Taylor

Jun 12, 2025

Thelma Patsy Saunders Taylor died at the age of 79, around 10 pm, on June, 12, 2025, in her and her husband's home in Amelia County, Virginia. Pat is preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Cecile Saunders and her step-son Darryl Taylor.  Surviving are her husband of 47 years Dennis Taylor; her children Jay (& Samantha) Wade,...

Carolyn Emeline (Arrington)  Arrington

Carolyn Emeline (Arrington) Arrington

Jun 12, 2025

Carolyn Emeline Arrington, age 75 of Amelia, VA, entered her eternal home in Heaven on Thursday, June 12, 2025. She was predeceased by her parents, William Woodrow Arrington and Sallie Everease (Maxey) Arrington, along with many special aunts and uncles. She is survived by numerous cousins, including two very special cousins with whom she lived on the family compound,...

Timothy Wade Osborne

Timothy Wade Osborne

Jun 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Timothy Osborne, who left us on June 12, 2025, at the age of 49. A resident of Amelia Court House, Virginia, Timothy was born on January 31, 1976, to Joyce Long Osborne and Walter Mack Osborne. He lived a life filled with dedication, hard work, and unwavering love for his family.Timothy...

Clark Cummings

Clark Cummings

Jun 11, 2025

Clark Cummings of Amelia Court House, Virginia passed away on Jun 11, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Carl Otto Horst

Carl Otto Horst

Jun 7, 2025

Carl Otto Horst, age 86, of Midlothian, formerly of Amelia, passed from this life on June 7, 2025 at his home. He is preceded in death by his parents; Carl August Horst and Susan Ada Smith Horst, and his first wife Myrtle Lee Horst, brother, Henry Horst, and granddaughter, Abigail Kristine Gebo. He is survived by his wife; Joan...

John William Harbottle

John William Harbottle

May 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John William Harbottle, affectionately known as Jack, who departed from this world on May 26, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on August 23, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio, Jack was a beacon of love, kindness, and unwavering support to all who knew him. Jack was a proud...

Byron Temple (Hawkins)  Hawkins

Byron Temple (Hawkins) Hawkins

May 25, 2025

Hawkins, Byron Temple, 58, of Moseley, VA departed this life unexpectedly on May 25,2025. He was born, raised, and lived his entire life in Skinquarter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Miladeen Warren and Charles "Bones" Hawkins. Two nieces, Kennedy Taffer and Jordan Main; one nephew Brent Hawkins, grandparents Thelma and Demarcus Warren and Irene and James...

Mary Verdad (Mcgrath)  Antonelli

Mary Verdad (Mcgrath) Antonelli

May 18, 2025

Mary Verdad Antonelli, age 96, passed peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025 with three generations by her side. She is survived by her daughter, Patrizia M. Humphrey (Brandt) of Amelia, grandson Benjamin T. Humphrey (Shanda), great grandchildren, Hailey and Hagen Humphrey of Chesterfield as well as numerous nieces and nephews around the country. Mary treasured the members of her extended...

Mitchell Grow

Mitchell Grow

May 17, 2025

Mitchell Grow of Jetersville, Virginia passed away on May 17, 2025. Mitchell's loved ones are composing Mitchell's obituary, which you will be able to read here.

G. Brandon Mangrum

G. Brandon Mangrum

May 16, 2025

Gareath Brandon Mangrum passed away unexpectedly on May 16th. He was born January 11th 1985. He is survived by his loving parents Joseph & Crystal Mangrum. His sisters Michelle & Tammy (Brett) his brother Jay (Grace) his nieces Mady, Katelyn, Shelby, Carly, Aubrey and Savannah. His nephews Zach & Dart, great niece Aaliyah and great nephew Zayden. He was employed...

William A Terry

William A Terry

May 13, 2025

William A. Terry, age 81, of Amelia went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2025. He is survived by his wife Virginia Bailey Terry; sons William A. Terry Jr. of Petersburg, Robert O. Terry of Nottoway, and Melvin R. Terry of Amelia; his daughter Marsha Moates of Florida; sisters Ivy Piper of New York, and Barbara Brooks of...

Lois Marie (Fowlkes)  Gills

Lois Marie (Fowlkes) Gills

May 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lois Marie Gills, age 79, who departed from this world on May 11, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia. She was born on September 26, 1945 in Burkeville, Virginia, to the late Herman and Jennie Mae Fowlkes. Preceding Lois in the afterlife are her beloved son Vincent Lee Gills, sisters Emma...

Willie Frankie Bullock

Willie Frankie Bullock

May 10, 2025

Willie F. Bullock was born in Wilson, North Carolina and moved to Browns Mills, New Jersey with his family while still a young child. He departed this life on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at St Francis Medical Center located in Midlothian, Virginia at the age of 64. Willie received his education in Pemberton Township High School. After graduation, he...

Dolores Marlene Green

Dolores Marlene Green

May 6, 2025

Dolores Marlene Green, 80, passed away on May 6, 2025 in Amelia Courthouse Virginia. Dolores is survived by Phil Strange - son, Rita Strange - daughter-in-law, Jimmy Strange-brother, Kimberly Bryant-Palmer - sister, Blake Lawhorne - sister. She is also survived by Jessica Strange - granddaughter, Philip Strange - grandson, Elisabeth Strange - granddaughter, Michael Steinhilber - grandson, Haley Steinhilber...

Cecil Harding Davis

Cecil Harding Davis

May 2, 2025

Cecil Harding Davis, age 92, of Amelia, beloved son of Ellwood and Lois Davis, was born on July 19, 1932, and passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025. A dedicated dairy farmer and cherished member of Amelia Baptist Church for many decades, Cecil lived a life grounded in hard work, faith, and community spirit. Cecil's unwavering commitment to the...

Mildred (Campbell)  Maxey

Mildred (Campbell) Maxey

May 1, 2025

Mildred Campbell Maxey, age 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 1, 2025. She is survived by her sons Randy (Elaine) Maxey, Gregory (Tammy) Maxey and daughter Amy Maxey; her grandsons Justin Maxey (Jen) and Kevin Maxey (Jami); seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband,...