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All Obituaries
Leroy Kelso Appomattox
“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go and prepare a place for you, and if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” ~~John 14-1-3
Mr. Leroy Kelso...
“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go and...
Don Fleshman Appomattox
“For we believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him”.
~~ 1st Thessalonians 4:12-14
Don Warren Fleshman, 54, of Appomattox, Virginia entered his eternal rest peacefully on May, 12, 2023, after a long illness.
Don was born on September 30, 1968 to the late John Henry Fleshman, Sr., and Elizabeth Wright. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his sister Dreama.
He was a member of...
“For we believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him”.
~~ 1st Thessalonians 4:12-14
Don Warren Fleshman, 54,...
Sidney Watts Pamplin
Sidney Aurelius Johnson Watts, Sr., 83 of Appomattox, Virginia went
home on May 6, 2023. He was born May 25, 1939 to the late Aurelius and Ruth Louise Watts.
Sidney is survived by ten children, Sharon (Herbert) Freshman, Brigid Goldring, Sheena (Lacy) Webb, Sidney (Qwenetta) Watts, Laverne Hix and Tony Watts, of Appomattox, Virginia, Theresa Accoo of Centreville, Virginia and Subrina Clark of Lynchburg, Virginia, Clint (Coretta) Walker of Clearwater, Florida and Kenton Watts of...
Sidney Aurelius Johnson Watts, Sr., 83 of Appomattox, Virginia went
home on May 6, 2023. He was born May 25, 1939 to the late Aurelius and Ruth Louise Watts.
Sidney is survived by ten...
On April 26, 2023 Ernest Lewis “Pop” Johnson departed this life in Lynchburg General Hospital, Lynchburg, VA. He was born in Prince Edward County, VA on May 15, 1942 to the late Henry and Selmo Johnson.
He joined Sulphur Spring Baptist Church at an early age. Ernest was joined in holy matrimony to Mary L. Johnson and to this union they were blessed with two children and three step-children.
Ernest loved gardening which included watermelons and sweet potatoes and...
On April 26, 2023 Ernest Lewis “Pop” Johnson departed this life in Lynchburg General Hospital, Lynchburg, VA. He was born in Prince Edward County, VA on May 15, 1942 to the late...
Raymond Morgan Harrisburg, PA
“To Everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven…”
Ecclesiastes 3:1
“A Time to be Born” Raymond Morgan was born on March 21, 1950 in Lynchburg, VA. He was the eldest of three children born to the late Edward and Illienoise Morgan.
“ A Time to Learn and Work” Ray graduated from Carver Price High School in Appomattox, VA in 1968. In 1970 he married his high school sweetheart, the late Peggy...
“To Everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven…”
Ecclesiastes 3:1
“A Time to be Born” Raymond Morgan was born on March 21,...
Colonel Walker Cullen
Colonel Duguid Walker was born on November 25, 1950 to Jesse and Hilda Walker. He departed this life peacefully at his home on April 13, 2023 after a long battle with several illnesses.
At a very young age, C.D. accepted the Lord as his personal Savior and was an avid reader and nature enthusiast. C.D. loved to study the Word of God and taught Sunday school at the Triumph...
Colonel Duguid Walker was born on November 25, 1950 to Jesse and Hilda Walker. He departed this life peacefully at his home on April 13, 2023 after...
Dennis Maier Appomattox
Born 2-4-1960 thru 3-11-2023. Survived by his wife- Nancy Maier; daughters Andrea & Nicole Maier-Stokes; Son & daughter-in-law - Michael & Charlee Maier; Grandchildren - Lucio & Leah; Sister and family - Elizabeth & Ray Strysko and Kaylyn; Brother George Maier and many other nieces and nephews - Dennis was a dedicated UPS Supervisor and after 25 years of service decided it was time to retire. Dennis loved working with wood - fishing - gardening and building things....
Born 2-4-1960 thru 3-11-2023. Survived by his wife- Nancy Maier; daughters Andrea & Nicole Maier-Stokes; Son & daughter-in-law - Michael & Charlee Maier; Grandchildren - Lucio &...
Ralph Lyle Prospect
Ralph Dupe Lyle was born on May 12, 1957, to Christopher and Rachelle Lyle, in Pamplin, Virginia. Ralph was employed by Cycle System where he worked for 37 years before retiring in 2008. In his leisure, he enjoyed working with his hands, helping others, and spending time with his family. Ralph accepted Christ as his Savior with Sulphur Spring Baptist Church of Prospect, VA where he served as a faithful member who truly loved the Lord.
Ralph Dupre Lyle was truly...
Ralph Dupe Lyle was born on May 12, 1957, to Christopher and Rachelle Lyle, in Pamplin, Virginia. Ralph was employed by Cycle System where he worked for 37 years before retiring in...
Stanley "Pancake" Pankey Appomattox
Stanley “Pancake” Pankey went to Heaven on Saturday, February 18, 2023 surrounded by his family.
He was born in Washington, D.C. on December 6, 1964 and was raised in Appomattox, VA.
Stanley is survived by his daughter Dominique Pankey and son Daniel Lukehart along with his granddaughters Madison and Bianca and his best friend Carol Lukehart. He was the son of the late Willie Pankey and Mary Lou Wright Pankey. Stanley was a friend to more people than we can...
Stanley “Pancake” Pankey went to Heaven on Saturday, February 18, 2023 surrounded by his family.
He was born in Washington, D.C. on December 6, 1964 and was raised in Appomattox,...
Velma Farmer Forest
Velma Louise Austin Farmer, 65, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on February 9, 2023. Velma was born on March 2, 1957, to Francis Austin and Nannie Austin in Lynchburg, Virginia. She graduated from Appomattox County High School in 1976. After obtaining her credentials, she worked for over 20 years as a nursing assistant at St. John’s Nursing Home in Lynchburg.
Velma gave her life to Christ at a young age and joined the Mt. Obed Baptist Church in Concord, VA, where...
Velma Louise Austin Farmer, 65, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on February 9, 2023. Velma was born on March 2, 1957, to Francis Austin and Nannie Austin in Lynchburg, Virginia. She...
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