George ColemanEmporia, Virginia
George Wayne Coleman, known affectionately as ‘Wayne’, was born on Tuesday, May 8, 1951, in Franklin, Virginia, to the late George Washington Coleman and Eula Mae Baldwin Coleman. He peacefully departed this life on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at his home, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, consideration, and dedication.Wayne attended E. W. Wyatt High School, graduating with the class of 1969. He furthered his education by completing the Louisville Tabulation Computer...
George Wayne Coleman, known affectionately as ‘Wayne’, was born on Tuesday, May 8, 1951, in Franklin, Virginia, to the late George Washington Coleman and Eula Mae Baldwin Coleman. He...
Clifton 'Pootie-Cat' EdwardsEmporia, Virginia
Clifton Edwards, son of the late Cecil Garris and Christine Edwards, began his journey through life on Tuesday, October 20, 1953, in Emporia, Virginia.Fondly known as 'Pootie Cat' by his relatives and friends, Clifton was educated in the Greensville County Public School System. Throughout his career, he held various jobs, with his favorite being cutting grass. 'Pootie Cat' had a heart of gold and would do anything in his power to help anyone he could.On Wednesday, June...
Clifton Edwards, son of the late Cecil Garris and Christine Edwards, began his journey through life on Tuesday, October 20, 1953, in Emporia, Virginia.Fondly known as 'Pootie Cat' by his...
Terrie WilkinsJarratt, Virginia
Today, we pause to honor the memory of Terrie Jones Wilkins, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend. Terrie’s love for her family was boundless, and she enriched the lives of everyone she encountered. Born on Friday, September 11, 1964, to Willie and Susie High Jones, Terrie was the eldest of a beautiful set of twins. She was the sixth child in their strong family. Terrie graduated from Northwest Halifax High School in 1982 and...
Today, we pause to honor the memory of Terrie Jones Wilkins, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend. Terrie’s love for her family was...
Jeraldine OdomsWestbury Village, New York
Mrs. Jeraldine Stitt Odoms, age 90, of Westbury Village, New York, departed this life on Monday, May 20th, 2024, while in the care of Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing, Amityville, New York.Jeraldine was born on Wednesday, January 17th, 1934 in Emporia, Virginia to the parentage of the late John Robert Stitt and Fannie Taylor Hinton.Relativesand Friends are encouraged to visitMrs. Odoms' tribute wallto share...
Mrs. Jeraldine Stitt Odoms, age 90, of Westbury Village, New York, departed this life on Monday, May 20th, 2024, while in the care of Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing,...
Almeda RobertsMamaroneck Village, New York
Today, we come together to remember and celebrate the life of our mother Almeda affectionately called “Zeke” by her family. A remarkable woman whose presence was a blessing to us all. In these few words, we hope to capture the essence of a life filled with purpose, overflowing with love, and sustained by an incredible strength of spirit.Almeda was born on April 16, 1940, in the small town of Skippers, Virginia to the late James and Esther Young. She was the fourth eldest...
Today, we come together to remember and celebrate the life of our mother Almeda affectionately called “Zeke” by her family. A remarkable woman whose presence was a blessing to us...
Valery PowellEmporia, Virginia
For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. ~Romans 8: 18Valery Leavon Powell, daughter of the late Luther and Lucy Hudson Powell, entered this world on October 16th, 1952, in Greensville County, Virginia. She embraced Christianity early in life and found fellowship at Rocky Mount Baptist Church in Emporia, Virginia, where she served diligently in the Usher’s Ministry. Valery’s educational...
For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. ~Romans 8: 18Valery Leavon Powell, daughter of the late...
Clifton Wiggins, Sr.Halifax, North Carolina
“JAZZ is not just music, it’s a way of LIFE,it’s a way of BEING, a way of THINKING.”~ Nina SimoneClifton James Wiggins, Sr., departed this life on Monday, April 15, 2024. He entered this world on September 20, 1958, born to the late Mary Celestine and Floyd ‘Jack’ Wiggins, Sr. His formative years were spent in the Greensville County School System, before graduating from Petersburg Senior High School. A dedicated serviceman,...
“JAZZ is not just music, it’s a way of LIFE,it’s a way of BEING, a way of THINKING.”~ Nina SimoneClifton James Wiggins, Sr., departed this life on...
Charles CainEmporia, Virginia
"The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore."~Psalm 121: 7-8Charles Edward Cain, beloved son of the late Cleveland and Celeste Parham Cain, entered this world on Sunday, September 19, 1948, in Greensville County, Virginia.Educated within the Greensville County School System, Charles embraced his faith early in life, remaining...
"The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for...
Lorraine TylerPlainfield, New Jersey
Lorraine B. Tyler, was born in Jarratt, Virginia to the late Edith Tyler Davis on Tuesday, October 5, 1943.Brenda, as she was always called, was formerly employed with the ARC of Union County in Springfield, New Jersey.She was a former member of Calvary Baptist Church in Plainfield. She entered eternal rest Wednesday, April 10, 2024 in Plainfield, New Jersey, where she moved to in 1980. In addition to her mother,Brenda is predeceased...
Lorraine B. Tyler, was born in Jarratt, Virginia to the late Edith Tyler Davis on Tuesday, October 5, 1943.Brenda, as she was always called, was formerly employed with...
Tracy O'NeilWhite Plains, Maryland
In humble reverence to the will of God, we gather today to honor and celebrate the remarkable life, boundless love, and enduring legacy of Tracy Renee O’Neil, who graced this world as a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Tracy was born on May 30, 1965, at 8:10 a.m., in Emporia, Virginia, to the patronage of Dorothy Ann Bowser and the Late Morris Nathaniel Hicks. She was the eldest granddaughter of the late Deacon Joseph Allen and Deaconess Magnolia Allen, and she...
In humble reverence to the will of God, we gather today to honor and celebrate the remarkable life, boundless love, and enduring legacy of Tracy Renee O’Neil, who graced this world as a...
