Obituaries 47 Archive

UCCIO, Anna Bertha, 65
of Meherrin

Died Saturday, December 24, 2005. Graveside funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held 1 p.m. Friday at the Chapel of Shorter Funeral Home, Farmville.

Richard V. Garnett, 92
Dairy Farmer
Dies Tuesday

      RICE, Dec. 29 - Richard Venable Garnett, 92, of Rice, died Tuesday, December 27, 2005.
      He was born in Prince Edward County, a son of the late Mary Price Garnett and Lockett Wilson Garnett.
      Mr. Garnett operated Garnett Brothers Dairy Farm with his brother, James Watkins Garnett. He was a lifelong member of Jamestown Presbyterian Church where he served as Deacon and treasurer of Sunday School for 30 years.
      He is survived by six nieces and nephews, Marjorie Ann King, Marie Kephart, Lockett Garnett, Blair Garnett, Jimmy Garnett and L. W. Garnett; two sisters-in-law, Byrd Wootton Garnett and Elizabeth Simpson Garnett and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
      Funeral services were held 11 a.m. today (Thursday) at Jamestown Presbyterian Church with interment in Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.
      Memorial contributions may be made to Jamestown Presbyterian Church, Rice, VA 23966.
      Doyne-Burger-Davis Funeral Home, Farmville, was in charge of arrangements.

Billy David Keys, 73
Father of Area
Resident, Dies

      HUDDLESTON, Dec. 29 -Billy David Keys, 73, of Huddleston, passed away Monday, December 26, 2005, at Lynchburg General Hospital after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Jerrie Wood Keys.
      He was born on January 18, 1932, in Rose Hill, to the late A. A. and Kitty Brooks Keys. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Frank C. Keys, Ray H. Keys, Launa K. Jones, Daphne K. Orem, and Blanche K. Sanders. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was retired from the Lynchburg Foundry with 31 years of service.
      In addition to his wife, he is survived by his pride and joy, his children, David N. Keys of Huddleston, Jeffrey A. Keys and his wife, Lisa N. Keys, of Madison, MS, Marcia K. Sink and her husband, Gary A. Sink, Jr., of Green Bay, and Pattle K. Clevenger and her husband, Todd, of Troutville. The apples of his eyes were his six grandchildren, Katharina V. Keys of Nashville, TN, Emilie N. Sink and Allyson P. Sink of Green Bay, Lilli J. Clevenger and Patrick T. Clevenger of Troutville, and Emma A. Keys of Madison, MS; his brothers and sisters, Neal Keys of Marietta, GA, Stella K. Orton of Charlotte Hall, MD, Becky (Toots) Mink and her husband, Marvin, of Prattville, AL, and Sue Keys and Joseph R. Keys of Broad Run; a very special sister-in-law and her husband, Faye and Jerry Rosenberger, of Lynchburg, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
      The funeral was at Bethlehem Baptist Church today (Thursday) December 29, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Tim Dooley and Steve Martin presiding. Interment followed in the church cemetery.
      Memorials may be made to Huddleston Life Saving and First Aid Crew, 5349 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston, VA 24104, and Bethlehem Baptist Church Building Fund, c/o Charlotte Nichols, Johnson Mtn. Rd., Evington, VA 24550.
      Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, assisted the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tharpfuneralhome.com.

JONES, Edward L. Sr., 61
of New York
formerly of Burkeville

Died Saturday, December 17, 2005. A funeral service was held 11 a.m. Monday, December 26 at New Bethel Baptist Church, Crewe, with interment in the Jones Family Cemetery, Burkeville. Oliver & Eggleston Funeral Home, Crewe.

<Top>

Carol Davenport, 64
Of Dillwyn
Dies Wednesday

      DILLWYN, Dec. 27 - Carol Davenport, 64, of Dillwyn, wife of the late John W. "Bill" Davenport, died Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at her home.
      She is the daughter of Harriet Wimberly of Biloxi, Mississippi and the late John H. Wimberly.
      Mrs. Davenport owned and operated Davenport's Engraving in Buckingham along with her husband until his death in 2001. She was a member of Browns Chapel United Methodist Church in Dillwyn.
      In addition to her mother, she is survived by three daughters, Teresa Mann of Dillwyn, Lisa Hodge of Bedford and Cindy Roland of Dillwyn; one son, Terry Davenport of Denver, Colorado; her sons-in-law, Doug Mann and Jimmy Roland of Dillwyn: her grandchildren, Erin and Chad Mann of Dillwyn, James, Jullie and Daniel Hodge of Bedford and Angela Stovall of Virginia Beach; her sisters, Diane Carpenter of Biloxi, Mississippi, Kathy Wimberly of Venetia, Pennsylvania, Bobbi Harbrecht of Biloxi, Mississippi and Vicki Wimberly of Aurora, Colorado.
      Services will be held Wednesday, December 28 at 2 p.m. at Browns Chapel United Methodist Church, Dillwyn.

<Top>

R. L. "Pete" Ramsey, 66
Of Farmville
Dies Sunday

      DECEMBER 27 - Richard L. "Pete" Ramsey, 66, of Farmville, died Sunday, December 25, 2005.
      He was born September 19, 1939 in Jackson County, West Virginia, a son of the late Dewy William Ramsey and Ona Bertha MacDoughna Ramsey. He was a loving husband and father.
      He is survived by his wife, Nancy N. Ramsey; his children, Sharon Ramsey of New York, Laura Ramsey and Sarah Ramsey both of California, Richard Pacheco of Rhode Island, Mary Liegey, Elizabeth Lettshek and Douglas York, III all of Richmond; two sisters, Ada Scar-berry and Mary Fraizer; a brother, Raymond Ramsey and eight grandchildren.
      Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Bethlehem Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.
      The family will receive friends this evening (Tuesday) from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn.

<Top>

Published Date: Friday 23rd December 2005

Obituary
of
Richard Leslie Heinemann

      Dr. Richard Leslie Heinemann, 74, died at his home in Cumberland County on December 15, 2005 following a lengthy illness.
      A Longwood College professor emeritus. Dr. Heinemann taught natural sciences and genetics for 30 years before his retirement in 1992. He liked to use the Socratic Method of teaching, asking questions to get a rational answer. A native of Scotia, New York, he attended Scotia public schools. He earned his bachelor's degree from Champlain College, Plattsburg, New York, his master's degree from the University of Rochester, and his PhD from the Medical College of Virginia.
      He served in the U.S. Army and the Reserves for eight years. During his 30-year tenure at Longwood, Dr. Heinemann served on faculty committees, published scientific articles, and was a member of The American Association for the Advancement of Science, The American Institute of Biological Science, Sigma XI, The Society for the Study of Evolution, and The Virginia Academy of Science.
      Dr. Heinemann was a caring, loving husband and father. He enjoyed planting and tending his garden of unusual plants and flowers, and observing the many birds that visited his garden. He loved classical music, especially Beethoven. He was loyal to his friends and enjoyed his Lunch/Talk group every Friday in Richmond.
      Dr. Heinemann was preceded in death by his parents, John Robert and Edithe Kornetske Heinemann; and his brothers, Robert and Fred. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Mary Perry Heinemann; and a daughter, Anne Becket Heinemann Wilkins of Farmville.
      A memorial service and reception will be held at the Farmville Presbyterian Church on January 14,2006, at 3 p.m.
      Donations may be made to The Hope Cancer Center at 800 Oak Street, Farmville, or to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23060.
      Doyne-Burger-Davis Funeral Home is in charge or arrangements.

Bill Foster, 84
Of Prospect
Dies Tuesday

      PROSPECT, Dec. 22 - Bill Foster, 84, of Prospect, died Tuesday, December 20, 2005 in Farmville.
      Mr. Foster was a farmer and a retired truck driver for Prince Edward Mills. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou Hensley Foster.
      He is survived by two sons and their wives, Willis and Eloise Foster of Farmville, Ray and Pat Foster of Prospect; a daughter and her husband, Joyce and Frank Sweet of Dillwyn; two brothers, Kenneth and Shelby Foster; a sister, Emma Landers all of Limestone, Tennessee; nine grandchildren, Steve, Keith, Jessica, Kevin and Cindy Foster, Tammy Inks, Kevin and Bryan Schley and Ginny Crenshaw; five great-grandchildren, Samantha and Amanda Foster, Rachel Inks, Dylan Schley and Colin Foster Crenshaw.
      Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Glenn Memorial Baptist Church in Prospect with the Reverends Dave Peppier, Bob Edwards and Gary Stoots officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
      The family will receive friends this evening (Thursday) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Shorter Funeral Home, Farmville.
      Memorial donations may be made to Glenn Memorial Baptist Church, Harris Creek Road, Prospect, VA 23960.

Memorial Service For
Matthew M. Spangler, 85
Set January 7

      DECEMBER 22 - Matthew McClannahan Spangler, 85, died Wednesday, December 14, 2005 in Farmville.
      He was a resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana for 63 years and had recently moved to Hickory Hill Retirement Community in Burkeville.
      Mr. Spangler was a civil engineer and retired from the Louisiana Department of Highways. He was an U.S. Army World War II veteran and member of the W. B. Williamson American Legion and First Christian Church. His wife, Gertrude Smith Spangler preceded him in death.
      He is survived by a daughter, Susan Spangler Simmons and her husband, David of Cumberland; a sister, June Anne Chewning of Washington, DC;three grandsons, Glen M. Simmons and his wife, Carolyn of Midlothian, David B. Simmons and his wife, Rhonda of Disputanta and Brian T. Simmons and his wife, Katherine of Potomac, Maryland; four great-grandchildren, Hannah, Russell, Sara and David Matthew; a niece, Pam Bravard and her husband. Lance of Washington, DC and a nephew, Peter Chewning and his wife, Joanne of Fairfax.
      A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 7 at Cumberland Presbyterian Church near Farmville, with the Rev. Dale Brown officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at the Highland Memorial Gardens in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
      Memorial donations may be made to the Burkeville First Responders of the Burkeville Fire Department, 503 Namozine St., Burkeville, VA 23922 or to Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Memorial Garden Fund, 1835 Cumberland Road, Farmville. VA 23901.
      Shorter Funeral Home, Farmville, is serving the family.

      DECEMBER 20 - Maxine Lewis Francis, 88, of Farmville, died Sunday, December 18, 2005.
      She was born November 18, 1917 in Farmville, a daughter of the late Honorable John F. Lewis and Lillian Clayton Lewis.
      She was a graduate of Longwood College with a bachelors degree. She was a retiree of Dominion Resources where she served as the Farmville District Office Administrative Assistant. She was a lifelong member of Farmville United Methodist Church and taught Sunday School for 17 years.
      Mrs. Francis was a 50 year member, past Matron and treasurer for 29 years of the Robert Morris Chapter #150, Order of the Eastern Star. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and held several offices in the United Daughters of the Confederacy. She was also a member of the Wednesday Senior Bowling Group and the twice monthly Neighborhood Group.
      She is survived by a daughter, Shannon Francis Tate and her husband, Harold of Waynesboro; a grandson, H. Vernon Tate, III and his wife. Lee Ann of Fredericksburg; a granddaughter, Suzzanne C. Tate and her husband, Michael Barton of Athens, Georgia and two great-grandchildren, Garrett Tate and Julianne Tate. She was preceded in death by a brother, John F. Lewis, Jr.
      Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Farmville United Methodist Church with interment in Westview Cemetery.
      The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the church.
      Remembrances may be made to Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Plantation, Brookneal.
      Doyne-Burger-Davis Funeral Home, Farmvllle, is in charge of arrangements.

Died Tuesday, December 20, 2005. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at Hanes Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn.

     EVERGREEN, Dec. 20 - Irene Hall Franklin, wife of the late Charles Edward "Ed" Franklin, died Friday, December 16, 2005 at her residence.
      Born November 6, 1919 in Halifax County, she was a daughter of the late Isemon and Rebecca Nichols Hall.
      Mrs. Franklin was a member of Prospect United Methodist Church and a former employee of Farmville Craddock & Terry and Courtland Mfg. in Appomattox.
She is survived by a sister, Elsie McKinney of Lynchburg;
three sisters-in-law, Thelma, Louise and Emma; a number of nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
      Funeral services were held 2 p.m. today (Tuesday) at Robinson Funeral Home, Appomattox, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
      Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Robinsonfuneral.com

      LYNCHBURG, Dec. 20 - Myrtle Chappell McCutchen, 103, of Westminster Canterbury where she lived since July, 1980 and formerly of AltaVista, died Thursday, December 15, 2005. She was the wife of the late Charles Benson McCutchen.
      Born January 1, 1902, in Prince Edward County, she was a daughter of the late William Edward Chappell and Janie Staples Chappell. She was a charter member of Altavista Presbyterian Church and a retired schoolteacher.
      She is survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
      She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.
      A graveside service was conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 17 at Green Hill Cemetery by the Rev. Ralph Hawkins.
      Finch & Finch, Inc. Funeral and Cremation Service, Altavista, was in charge of the arrangements.
      The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider Westminster Canterbury Fellowship Fund, 501 VES Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503.
To send condolences, please visit
www.finchandfinchfuneralservice.com

Memorial Service For
Mrs. Hamilton-Brunett, 60
Set 3 P.M. Sunday

      DECEMBER 15 - Betty Marie Hamilton-Brunett, 60, of Farmville, formerly of New Paltz, New York, died Tuesday, December 13, 2005 in Richmond.
      Mrs. Hamilton-Brunett was the Summer Programs Coordinator and employee of the campus post office at Hampden-Sydney College. She was the daughter of Ruth Ewers and John Edward Olson.
      She is survived by her husband, Christian R. Brunett; a daughter, Angela Rathman of Illinois; five sons, Robert Hamilton of Oregon, Alexander Hamilton of New York, Shawn Brunett of Kentucky, Adrian Brunett of Illinois and Christian R. Brunett Jr. of Farmville; eight grandchildren; a sister, Deba Tappy of New York and three brothers, John Olson of Wisconsin, David Olson of Michigan and Larry Olson of Missouri.
      A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, December 18, at the Shorter Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Roland L. Grenouillou officiating.
      The family requests that memorial donations be made to Oprah's Angel Network, P.O. Box 96600, Chicago, Illinois 60693 (www.oprah.com)

Died at her home Monday, December 12, 2005. Memorial services will be held 3 p.m. Saturday at Beaverdam Baptist Church, 19110 Beaverdam Road, Beaverdam, VA. Shorter Funeral Home of Farmvllle.

Margaret Ann Word, 68
Of Buckingham
Dies Wednesday

      BUCKINGHAM, Dec. 15 -Margaret Ann Land Word, 68, of Buckingham, died Wednesday, December 14, 2005.
      She was born February 12, 1937 in Buckingham County, a daughter of Virginia Maxey Land of Dillwyn and the late Wiley Hubbard Land. She was the widow of John Scott Word.
      In addition to her mother, she is survived by a son, John D. Word of Buckingham: a daughter, Carolyn W. Slagle and husband, Timothy of Buena Vista; a brother. Ray R. Land of Andersonville: a longtime companion, James R. Seay and four grandchildren.
      Graveside funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Enon Baptist Church Cemetery.
      The family will receive friends this evening (Thursday) from 7 to 8 p.m. at Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn.

      PROSPECT, Dec. 15 - David Marion Griffith Sr., 58, of Prospect, formerly of Curdsville, died Tuesday, December 13, 2005 in Richmond.
      He was the son of Charlene Williams and Carol Edward Griffith and the widower of Linda Hill Griffith.
      Mr. Griffith was an U. S. Army Vietnam War veteran, member of the VFW Post 7059, Curdsville Church of God and Sayler's Creek Reenactment and Preservation Committee.
      He is survived by a son. Staff Sergeant David Griffith Jr., US Army of Midway Tennessee; two daughters, Charlene South-worth of Lynchburg and Patricia Rousch of Prospect; nine grandchildren; three sisters, Sharon Hickman of Buckingham, Susie Edwards of Sheppards and Nancy Lou Adklns of Nottoway and a devoted friend, Louis Leonard of Cumberland.
      Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Restoration Outreach Church, near Sprouses Corner, Buckingham with Pastors Wayne Watkins, Louise Warner and Bill Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow in Curdsville Church of God Cemetery with military honors.
      The family will receive friends this evening (Thursday) from 4 to 8 p.m. at Restoration Outreach Church.
      Shorter Funeral Home of Farmville is serving the family.