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Teen Speaks Out After Attempting Suicide REGION

BY CRAIG RICHARDS LNNUSA.com

REGION – One area family is on the road to recover physically and mentally. After a recent suicide attempt

by Christian Brown both he and his father Carlos set down with LNN USA to have a frank and open conversation about suicide.

The two feel that sharing this near fatal tragedy openly may save a life or countless lives of others considering suicide. While this story will relate some of the facts, statements and issues surrounding Christians attempt to take his own life, the complete oneon-one interview is available in this week’s LNN newscast on LNNUSA.com Christian says he does not remember much from the night of the suicide attempt but remembers feeling really bad the evening of the event. He feels

that it was a “me verse me” scenario where he was so disconnected from himself that he was vulnerable to thoughts of suicide. Speaking about that night he said, “at that moment It just hit me how young I was and the potential that I could possibly live to be maybe sixty or seventy years old.

Then I thought about the fact that I could feel as bad or even worse during that time and I just didn’t want to do that.”

Christian had attempted to create an emotional switch to eliminate the pain he felt from earlier relationship experiences. And while he said it may have been seen as a coping mechanism, it did more damage than helping. “It just made things worse,” he said.

The night he attempted to take his own life he shot himself, but the shot wasn’t fatal, causing him to panic and kick into a survival mode. “I went and knocked

on a door and nobody answered. So, I went and knocked on another door. I don’t recall them answering so I sat down on their porch and was leaning against the rail and blacked out. When I had woke back up there were police and everything out there,” Christian recalls.

His next memory was waking up in the hospital the next day. Having survived the attempt, Christian said he felt that he “had a second change to rebuild my perspective and just my outlook on life.”

Now he says that he is grateful for the second chance and “I want to take this opportunity to experience everything I can, experience my full potential. And to genuinely be happy.”

When asked what he would tell someone facing the same feelings, Christian said, “Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable. Reach out for

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help. You have to be willing to open up. That’s easier said than done but it can be done.”

Christian continues to face challenges including medical expenses as a result of damaged caused by the suicide attempt. His father has set up a go fund me page where people can donate to help Christian pay for surgery to repair the damage. That go fund me account is at https:// gofund.me/def1d685.

The national institute of mental health list Warning Signs of Suicide on their website along with a great deal of additional resources.

While these signs together or in part do not guarantee someone is contemplating suicide, they are key indicators of a possible likelihood someone is considering harming themselves.

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TEEN SPEAKS OUT FROM PAGE 2 ual talking about wanting to die, great guilt or shame or being a burden to others.

They may even express that they feel empty, hopeless, trapped, or having no reason to live, extremely sad, more anxious, agitated, or full of rage or unbearable emotional or physical pain The website also suggests looking for Changing behavior, such as: making a plan or researching ways to die, withdrawing from friends, saying goodbye, giving away important items, or making a will, taking dangerous risks such

as driving extremely fast, displaying extreme mood swings, eating or sleeping more or less, or using drugs or alcohol more often The NIH suggests that if these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help as soon as possible, particularly if the behavior is new or has increased recently. They list the following contacts: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 Chat at 988lifeline.org Crisis Text Line Text “HELLO” to 741741

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Councilors Pass on Citizens Tax Break Council Keeps Current Personal Property Tax Rate Despite Anticipated 30% Increase in Revenues

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BY ADRIENNE WALLACE FOR LNNUSA.com

HOPEWELL – City Council voted to keep the personal property rate the same, but it still means most city residents will be seeing a substantial increase in what’s owed when the bills come in. On August 25th, Council held a special meeting where members voted three to two to approve the current rate at $3.50 per $100 of value on cars, boats, and other personal property.

Only five representatives were at the meeting: Mayor Patience Bennett, Councilors Deborah Randolph, Janice Denton, Jasmine Gore, and Vice Mayor Johnny Partin. Bennett, Gore, and Partin voted to keep the same rate as it has been in previous years at $3.50 per $100.

Vice Mayor Johnny Partin made the motion to retain the existing tax rate. The Commissioner of Revenue’s office explained that if it was lowered it would cost the city, creating a $1.6 million deficit.

Councilor Gore responded that the City couldn’t afford to give citizens a tax break at this point since costs were going up on everything else from infrastructure to basic needs. The office of the Commissioner of Revenue admitted that it is a

unique year with the anticipated increase in the value of personal property.

Councilor Deborah Randolph proposed a $3.40 tax rate instead on August 25th, but the majority- Bennet, Gore (via phone on medical leave), and Partin voted against it by approving Partin’s motion. Those in favor of the tax rate said they did so to keep Hopewell from going into another deficit, which would have to be corrected with future tax increases.

“If we lower the tax rate now we could be creating a deficit that we would have to address with future tax increases, and that’s bad fiscal management to pass off costs with future deficits,” Partin explained. “We just had to cover a $700,000 deficit. We are trying to provide relief, but can’t if it creates deficits that will end up having to be paid for by future tax increases – that’s just not sound fiscal practices.” He said that offering relief on the personal property tax could not only impact future budgets, but leave little to no room to evaluate real property tax cuts. “The elephant is the real estate tax with assessments probably going up with the cost of homes today. That is where the majority of people need relief from higher values and sales, in personal property.”

“I know it’s not a popular

decision,” the vice mayor said of the August 25th tax rate approval. “But this will maintain a balanced budget, and that’s what we have to do.”

Amanda Kidd, Deputy Commissioner of Revenue, recommended relief by doing away with decals fees, which would make a difference of $480,000, but not affect the $2 million expected to come in from personal property tax payments.

Gore suggested that eliminating the decal fee would make another hole for city leaders to fill, and ultimate-

ly, the council did not vote in favor of doing away with the decals.

While there was discussion of having the city manager and the Commissioner of Revenue’s office bring back to council ideas about how to save taxpayers on their personal property bills, Gore explained the treasurer was waiting for that figure in order to complete her duties of this tax cycle, expressing concern that further delay would set her back, but that the question could be revisited in the next personal property season.

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Hopewell Councilors Hear Requests for ARPA Funding HOPEWELL

BY CHAI GALLAHUN LNNUSA.com

HOPEWELL – The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) gave localities extensive and flexible federal tax dollar support.

Hopewell received substantial federal dollars due to the program and on Tuesday, September 6th, the city council gathered into a special meeting work session to brainstorm how best to spend and plan the use of those funds.

Interim City Manager Dr. Concetta Manker started off the public meeting by noting that no voting action would be taken during the special meeting but would occur at the upcoming September 13th meeting.

The Commonwealth Attorney requested additional employees, which

the interim city manager recommended not to do with ARPA funds as it is a one-time fund. The Commissioner of the Revenue requested a security camera system to be following DMV guidelines and regulations.

Hopewell Interim Director of Development had four requests including three new vehicles for rental and zoning inspectors, ground floor lobby renovation for improved customer service, complete update to existing zoning ordinance, modernizing it from “reactive to proactive” and a new, integrated data management system to integrate into the city’s MUNIS system.

The city engineering requested funds in three areas including two new vehicles, $2.2 million for a funding match involving

pedestrian improvements on Courthouse Road and money to cover a 38 percent increase in the price of asphalt. The fire department requested funding for a “bucket truck,” including $1.3 million as a down payment to avoid an increase of 6.5 percent if ordered after November 1st. The Information Technology Department’s top request was for $450,000 to cover an outstanding payment left over from the CARES Act funding for free WiFi for downtown businesses. Parks and Recreation’s top funding requests were vehicles, Park upgrades for Westwood, Atwater and 3 1/2 Street parks. The police department requested funding for the Live-Scan digital fingerprinting tool and upgrading SWAT rifles.

Public Works requests

included replacing their old truck fleet as well as fixing existing roof leaks at the Beacon Theater and Social Services building to prevent internal water damage.

Councilor Randolph brought up that only half of the $2.8 million required for the marina project had been allocated, so another $1.4 million would be needed from the ARPA funds.

“There is $41.5 million worth of requests,” said Manker. She continued, saying, “We now know what the needs of the city is. But we’ve also got to get it down to $6.5 million,” adding that councilors should return with funding items that they could agree on being “Things that we know we want to champion and get behind.” She requested each of them email her their top three items.

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Nominations Open for 2022 Tri-Cities Best of the Best TRI-CITIES STAFF REPORT LNNUSA.com

TRI-CITIES– One of the most anticipated annual community events has officially begun! Nominations are now open for the 2022 People’s Choice Tri-Cities Best of the Best. The annual event allows the people of the region to nominate their favorite businesses in over ninety categories.

LNN USA continues as the facilitator of the region’s number one event, acknowledging the day-to-day efforts, accomplishments, and service our local businesses provide to the area.

The annual event kicks off every September with nominations, followed by online voting in September and October. Individual awards in each category are announced at the annual Best of the Best live show scheduled for November 3rd this year at the Country Club of Petersburg.

Last year, thousands of votes determined the best in

each category, with voting expected to increase this year. A pandemic was unable to stop our local economy and our local business owners’ community commitment. The 2022 Best of the Best show is not only an opportunity to acknowledge stellar products and services in our community, but also a celebration of the community itself.

LNN USA, in its continued partnership with the Hopewell/Prince George Chamber of Commerce and the SOVA Chamber of Commerce, continues to be excited about the 2022 Best of the Best awards and the overwhelming public response to the event every single year. “Business owners are the backbone of our country and our community.

It is an honor to give them the well-deserved recognition that comes from this annual event,” said Craig Richards, CEO of LNN USA. As this is a program focused on acknowledging the best in our local area, LNN USA will attempt to remove

all nominated businesses outside of the tri-cities region. To nominate your favorite business in each category simply go to LNNUSA.com and click on the Best of the Best ad on the home page.

Nominations will remain open until noon on Monday,

September 19th. Voting will begin Tuesday, September 20th and run through Thursday, October 30th at midnight. Winners will be announced at the live show as well as the following day at LNNUSA.com

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Nottoway Indian Tribes to Hold Powwow

BY CHAI GALLAHUN LNNUSA.com

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SURRY COUNTY- The rich culture and history of Virginia’s native Americans will be on display in September. The event combines dancing, drums, story telling, educational exhibits, vendors, crafts, and more into a two-day event that is both informative and entertaining.

The Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia powwow will be held in Surry County on

Saturday, September 17th and Sunday, September 18th. The event is sponsored by the Virginia Nottoway Indian Circle & Square Foundation, and Surry County Parks & Recreation.

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guests include Chief Lynette Allston, Master of Ceremonies Rick Kelley, and Head Dancers Adrienne Harmon and Louis Campbell.

The powwow will be held at the

Surry Parks & Recreation Center located at Colonial Trail West Hwy 10 at Hwy 31, 205 Enos Farm Drive in Surry. General admission is $8, seniors and children under 18 are $5, and children under 12 are free if accompanied by an adult.

Gates open on Saturday at noon, and Sunday at 1pm.

For more information, call (757) 276-6033 or visit www.NottowayIndians.org.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Disciplinary Committee of the Board of the Petersburg City Public Schools will hold a special meeting on Monday, September 12, 2022, at 5:30 p.m., in the school division’s administration building at 255 South Boulevard East to convene a closed session pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(2) of the Code of Virginia to address student disciplinary matters.

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Lieutenant Governor, Delegate Tour Petersburg School PETERSBURG

BY CRAIG RICHARDS LNNUSA.com

PETERSBURG - Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears and 63rd District Delegate Kim Taylor were in Petersburg Thursday morning to tour the Saint Joseph Catholic School. The private faith-based school focuses on promoting scholarship, discipleship, and citizenship through its curriculum. The Lieutenant Governor and Delegate both expressed the importance of private schools like St. Joseph in the Virginia education system.

“It’s good to have religious schools like Saint Joseph because the children go to church on Sundays then they probably don’t really get anything about God until they come back on Sunday. So its good that we have schools that reinforce what they are learning,” Sears said.

“We need school choice.

It’s obvious by going around to classrooms how kids are thriving in this environment.” Taylor said.

Both Lt Governor Sears and Delegate Taylor took time not only touring the school but visiting classrooms to speak with the students and share some teachings of their own.

Lieutenant Governor Sears spoke on the branches of government and the biblical foundation that the three originated from. “Isaiah thirty-three and twenty-two.

The founding Fathers would have been very familiar with that, because what it says there is that the Lord is our judge. The Lord is our law giver. And the Lord is our King,” she said. She went on to explain that the three branches derive from this verse under the intention that the distribution of power was spread out as opposed to the King holding all power.

St. Joseph’s Principal Sarah Owens spoke about the purpose of today’s visit.

And what separates St Joseph from the public-school sector. “The purpose of the visit is really to show off our school – to brag about the

wonderful things happening here… and to show that we are needed” she said.

She added that the school’s Catholic identity separates the school from public alternatives. That identity focuses the school on teaching virtues like humility along with academic curriculum.

Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Richmond Kelly Lazzara was also attending the visit.

She oversees all 23 diocesan schools across Virginia and spoke on the importance of the Lt Governor and Delegate’s visit. “It’s always nice to welcome visitors to our schools to see just how important what we do here is,” she said. “Saint Joseph is a Catholic school so it is very faith based and we are able to teach our children within the Catholic values but also to provide an

exceptional education in a smaller classroom environment,” Lazzara added.

The Education Improvement Scholarships Tax Credits Program provides scholarships to eligible students and children attending eligible private schools and eligible nonpublic pre-kindergarten programs - major source for funding for schools like St. Joseph. The program is administered by the Virginia Department of Education.

Around eighty-five percent of families with students at St Joseph receive EISTC support, totaling over $400,000 annually to the school. Lieutenant Governor Sears discussed the relationship between the state money and the affects it has had on the students attending the school. “EISTC saves us. It keeps our door open,” Owens said.

The Lt Governor spoke on the importance of choice in the educational system. “One of the reasons we need school choice is because we have to have independence in education,” she said. Sears also gave her commitment to fight for continuous funding for the schools like Saint Joseph saying, “we are guaranteeing that we are going to keep fighting to ensure that the money flows.”

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PG Courthouse Facelift Renovations to Total $2.19M

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BY ADRIENNE WALLACE FOR LNNUSA.com

PRINCE GEORGE– The Prince George County courthouse will soon receive a makeover. Members of the Board of Supervisors received an update on the courthouse renovations project from Dean Simmons, General Services Director, and Chris Roman of Moseley Architects, the firm contracted to help develop a design for the soon-to-beupdated space.

There are several projects suggested within the proposal totaling $2,190,042including a 10 percent contingency adding up to $200,000. The renovations subtotal for construction only- not including furniture costs and financing expenses- totals $1.99 million.

Roman said the proposal includes the second courts building, updating existing worn finishes in the courtroom and jury area while reducing unsafe space in the judge’s bench. They plan to consolidate unused witness space and adjust attorney space, renovate jury toilet rooms, as well as enlarge jury seating to accommodate 14 jurors.

Moseley explained that there are steps to plan for

future technology needs, while providing easily cleanable seating and work surfaces in the courtroom; addressing accessibility and handicap availability as well as correcting generator inadequacies round out their ideas, a project checklist developed through meeting with Judge Tomko, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, the Sheriff ’s and Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Offices, and other key leaders who will be impacted by the changes.

Once contractors begin, if the county sticks to the current plan, they will be fixing worn carpets, adding new drop ceilings to provide a “nice clean fresh

look”, and installing a new generator that provides 72 hours worth of back up for the entire building.The generator replacement that will add to the circuit court capacity and courtroom renovations is expected to cost $239.53 per square foot at $1,595,042.

The furniture allowance adds up to $25 per square foot costing $167,000; testing and inspections is expected to cost about $16,000;, architect and engineering design services schematic design another $17,000 with other design at 10 percent less schematic design, adding up to $141,600 and data/telephone/security allowance

$32,000.

Crews that win the bid will also replace lighting with LED lights and refresh the lobby space by adding wood panels and updated seating.

This plan calls for new floor finishes and updating little kitchenettes.

Moseley has finished construction documents and submitted permitting bids.

Roman set a timeline, scheduling advertising for bids by August 19th, receiving bids by September 18th, and awarding construction contracts by September 25th.

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PG COURTHOUSE FROM PAGE 10 issue to proceed on September 25th, substantial completion of construction by May 23, 2023, and complete furniture installation and move in by June 22, 2023.

The plan, Roman noted, will update the courtroom generally unchanged from its original construction, “and the clerks, sheriff and judges want to and are ready to move forward.”

Organ Concert to be Held at Second Presbyterian Church of Petersburg PETERSBURG MEDIA RELEASE SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

PETERSBURG- Noted Richmond area organist Donald R. Traser will present “An Afternoon with the Organ” at Second Presbyterian Church on Sunday, September 18 at 3:00pm.

The church, located at 419 W. Washington St., Petersburg, had the Austin organ, Opus 2414, designed in 1965 by former organist and Second Church member Richard Cummins. The organ comprises 31 ranks playable on three keyboards and pedals. There are approximately 2000 pipes in the instrument ranging in

size from that of a pencil to 16 feet tall.

Sunday’s program will include a variety of pieces spanning the works of G.F. Handel to those of local organist Raymond Herbek and Franklin Ashdown of New Mexico who composed two pieces especially for this organ. Soprano soloist Danah D. Dargon of Richmond will join Mr. Traser on several hymn interpretations. The concert is free and open to all. A reception will follow. Parking and handicap accessibility is at the rear of the church.

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Defenders Take on the Court Jesters PETERSBURG

BY CRAIG RICHARDS LNNUSA.com

PETERSBURG – Not many basketball games break out into a dance party, nearly emptying the stands during the game -while the clock was running! It wasn’t the half-time show. It wasn’t what the crowd expected.

And it wasn’t uncommon, well not uncommon for the Court Jesters.

Over one hundred spectators of all ages rushed the court for an impromptu line dance - one of the many twists on the charity game that pitted local school and emergency service personnel against the Court Jesters, a “Harlem Globetrotters” style basketball team.

The goal of the evening was entertainment purposed to raise money for area students.

Sheriff Vanessa Crawford, who organized the event, said the night was to raise money for Petersburg High School graduating seniors’ scholarships. The Court Jesters travel without a companion travel team and compete in games like Thursday nights against teams made up from the community.

When asked why she puts these types of events on, Sheriff Crawford said, “I love this community. And this is one way to bring the

community together. This is a positive event.”

The game was entertaining but also proved elusively competitive. The Court Jesters pushed out to a first quarter lead of 29-14.

But their antics and “loose” play, including letting some Defenders have redoes on their shots allowed the home team to sneak back into the game trailing by just six points at halftime, 39-33. The Defenders would stay close trailing at the end of the third 53 to 47 before the Court Jesters would heat up in the fourth wrapping up the game 71to 62.

From the fans to the players, few were focused on the scoreboard though.

Between enjoying rim rocking dunks and comedic dribbling, the game took

a more adventurous direction. With names like Sir Dunk A lot and the Pharmacist, it is expected to be a high-flying show. And the Court Jesters delivered a prescription of fun.

Over 600 people attended the event at the Petersburg High School gym watching their hometown heroes put on a show of their own. Petersburg High School faculty and staff put up one of their own in Rashid Hines, who unofficially dropped twelve points leading the Defenders – unofficially because there was no stat book for the evening.

In the end it wasn’t about the stats, the score or who won. It was about helping PHS students and making kids of all ages smile. The night held many

highlights including the rowdy Walnut Hill contingency out to support their principal, Mandelia Fisher.

His fan base outcheered all other schools represented, winning Fisher a 50” TV. The Court Jesters competed with just five players, unless you count the spectator, they pulled off the front row who nailed a three on the spot. The high-octane game brought the community together.

The electric atmosphere allowed everyone to see a glimpse of what a community should look like.

While neither team set the world on fire with an unstoppable scoring frenzy, every player ignited a deeper sense of community pride and togetherness. The real winner on the evening was Petersburg itself.

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Petersburg Shows Signs of Recovery PETERSBURG

BY VALERIE BELL For LNNUSA.com

PETERBURG - Residents and visitors may notice the increase in home renovations and new home construction in Petersburg. The blight of the city has been an ongoing concern and one that may be improving one property at a time. The FY 2022-23 Adopted Capital Budget identifies acquisition, construction, and renovation of capital assets as a priority, which includes land, buildings, and houses. According to Rate.com, home prices in Petersburg have gone up 12% since last year. The average Petersburg homes in the last month sold for close to $200,000, up from $180,000 in 2021.

Additionally, the number of vacant units have gone down from approximately 3,200 to 2,500.

Real estate sale signs

are appearing more and more on streets such as Dunlop, Farmer, Wilcox, Washington, and Harding.

Increased activity in the lawn care business appears to be more active as more and more properties are maintaining their lawns and facades. Construction, renovations, and landscaping are popping up across the city, becoming more and more common to see newly constructed houses next to homes that have fallen into disrepair. It is a sharp contrast but offers a positive outlook. While facing the challenge of blight in the city, many in Petersburg appear to be investing. For many homeowners, landowners, investors, or even a construction companies, Petersburg is showing signs of recovery. Infected with blight, the city appears to be slowly advancing, showing signs of restoration and recovery.

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Civica Inc. to Expand in Greater Richmond-Petersburg Region, Investing $27.8 Million for a New Testing Facility MEDIA RELEASE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR GLENN YOUNGKIN

RICHMOND- Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on Thursday, September 8th that non-profit Civica Inc. (Civica) will invest $27.8 million to establish a new laboratory testing facility at Meadowville Technology Park in Chesterfield County. The company will construct a 55,000-square-foot facility to support Civica’s Petersburg pharmaceutical manufacturing operation through quality testing and development of new products.

The project will create 51 new jobs.

In addition, it will host a scale-up manufacturing facility operated by Virginia Commonwealth University’s Medicines for All Institute, which will create additional employment.

“Civica’s investment is another transformational step forward in strengthening the advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing hub in the Richmond-Petersburg region and positioning Virginia as a key player in domestic drug manufacturing in America,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “Civica is a critical partner in the Commonwealth’s emerging pharmaceutical ecosystem that will ensure access to affordable, lifesaving medications while providing high-quality jobs and an incredible boost to our economy.”

“Civica’s new laboratory testing facility in Chesterfield County extends the footprint of the rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturing cluster in the region and will support the coalition’s long-term vision to serve

as the world’s central access point for advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing and R&D,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick.

“Today we celebrate Virginia’s vital role in addressing the shortage of affordable essential medicines in our nation and the investment in a new facility that will create high-paying jobs and accelerate research and innovation in the industry.”

“With this investment, Civica is building on its long-term commitment to patients – and to Virginia,” said Ned McCoy, Civica’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “This lab will support a skilled and highly trained workforce who will ensure Civica’s affordable insulin as well as other essential medicines meet the highest standards.”

“Chesterfield County is thrilled to have Civica’s new laboratory testing facility locate at the Meadowville Technology Park,” said Chesterfield Board of Supervisors Chairman Chris Winslow. “The new facility will play a key role in helping to support the manufacturing and testing of lower-cost generic drugs, which will help bring down costs for our residents.”

“Even prior to Civica’s announcement that they would be placing their headquarters in Petersburg, I was proud of the beneficial products they created. Today, I am ecstatic that they will be investing significantly more in Central Virginia,” said Senator Joseph D. Morrissey. “With their $27.8 million investment, Civica will be a part of Virginia’s much-needed workforce development initiatives.

Thank you to Civica for providing Central Virginia, the Commonwealth, and beyond with jobs and necessary, lifesaving pharmaceuticals.”

“I want to welcome Civica to the hardworking manufacturing family in the 62nd district,” said Delegate Carrie E. Coyner. “We are thankful for your corporate commitment of bringing down the cost of medications and specifically to address the accessibility and costs of insulin. Our community is ready to provide the talent and resources for you to reach your goals.”

Civica is a nonprofit generic drug company launched in 2018 to address the problem of chronic generic drug shortages and high drug prices. In January 2021, Civica announced that it will establish a 140,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility to manufacture sterile injectable drugs in the City of Petersburg.

In addition to manufacturing essential medicines hospitals use daily, Civica recently announced plans to manufacture and distribute insulins that, once approved, will be available to people with diabetes at significantly lower prices than insulins currently on the market. Civica’s new laboratory testing facility in Chesterfield County is expected to be operational soon after the Petersburg plant reaches commercial scale in 2024.

The construction of the lab will be supported by an award from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to the Alliance for Building Better Medicine, a coalition that aims to expand essential medicines manufac-

turing in the Richmond-Petersburg region. Civica will provide matching capital.

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with Chesterfield County to secure the project for Virginia. Governor Youngkin approved a $400,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Chesterfield County with the project.

Support for Civica’s job creation will continue to be provided through the Virginia Talent Accelerator Program, a workforce initiative created by VEDP in collaboration with the Virginia Community College System and other higher education partners, with funding support from the Governor’s administration and the Virginia General Assembly. Launched in 2019, the program accelerates new facility start-ups through the direct delivery of recruitment and training services that are fully customized to a company’s unique products, processes, equipment, standards, and culture.

All program services are provided at no cost to qualified new and expanding companies as an incentive for job creation.

Brightpoint Community College has built an innovative new training program for people to gain the qualifications needed to qualify for a high-paying Manufacturing Technician role in Civica’s new Petersburg facility. Applicants interested in the program or any of Civica’s wide range of professional career opportunities can visit civicarx.org/careers.

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DINWIDDIE ARREST REPORT

Macdevly Donzell Manson, 42 years old of the 25000 block of Surry Avenue, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on August 26, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.

Patricia Lynne Young, 51 years old of the 4100 block of Tower Drive, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on August 26, 2022 for domestic assault.

Toe Radehi Towah, 37 years old of the 2500 block of Roseview Lane, Charlotte, North Carolina was arrested on August 29, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.

Deandre Lavon Stevenson, 30 years old of the 26000 block of West Washington Street, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on August 26, 2022 for assault and battery and domestic assault.

Ebony Nicole Parks, 37 years old of the 3700 block of Totty Street, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on August 27, 2022 for failure to appear in court.

Shon-Anthony Durant, 32 years old of the 26000 block of West Washington Street, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on August 26, 2022 for assault and battery.

Kjuan Lanail Stevens, 23 years old of the 4 block of Locust Court, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on August 27, 2022 for aggravated murder, robbery, use or display of firearm in committing felony and possession or transportation of firearms, firearms ammunition, stun weapons, explosives or concealed weapons by convicted felons.

Tyree Lamar Crawley, 24 years old of the 5400 block of Colemans Lake Road, Church Road, Virginia was arrested on August 29, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.

Ray Bruce Springston, Jr., 36 years old reported homeless at the time of arrest, was arrested on August 30, 2022 for assault and battery and destruction of property.

Trevor DaShawn Williams, 29 years old of the 2000 block of Jefferson Street, Baltimore, Maryland was arrested on August 30, 2022 for reckless handling of a firearm.

Larry Quincoses Briggs, 57 years old of the 9300 block of Squirrel Level Road, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on August 30, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.

Earline Virginia Fields, 64 years old reported homeless at the time of arrest, was arrested on August 30, 2022 for trespassing.

Stephen Jeremiah Augusta, 33 years old of the 200 block of Eastman Avenue, Colonial Heights, Virginia was arrested on August 30, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.

John Randall McCormick, 48 years old of the 5100 block of Hart Road, Sutherland, Virginia was arrested on August 30, 2022 for shooting, stabbing, etc., with intent to maim, kill.

David Cornelius Wynn, 50 years old of the 400 block of Oak Hill Road, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on September 1, 2022 for two counts of sexual battery.

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H O P E W E L L P O L I C E AC T I V I T Y R E P O RT ON 08/30/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2100 BLK OF CITY POINT RD FOR A REPORTED BURGLARY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER ENTERED RESIDENCE UNDER RENOVATION BY BREAKING WINDOW AND STOLE ROLL OF CABLE AND FAUCET SETS. ON 08/31/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 1000 BLK OF LANGSTON PARK DR FOR A REPORTED BURGLARY. OFFENDER ENTERED RESIDENCE VIA WINDOW AND STOLE GAME SYSTEM AND CONTROLLERS. ON 08/29/2022, POLICE MADE CONTACT WITH VEHICLES IN THE 1100 BLOCK OF PECAN AVE. SUSPECTED NARCOTICS WERE SEIZED FOR DESTRUCTION. ON 08/29/2022, POLICE MADE CONTACT WITH A SUBJECT IN THE 1500 BLK OF STEWART AVE. SUBJECT WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF AN ILLEGAL FIREARM AND ILLICIT NARCOTICS AND WAS ARRESTED. ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO OAKLAWN BLVD AND COLONIAL CORNER DR FOR A REPORTED SUSPICIOUS SUBJECT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS AND WAS ARRESTED. ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 400 BLK OF S MESA DR FOR A REPORTED NARCOTIC OFFENSE. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS. PETITIONS PENDING. ON 09/03/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 800 BLK OF KENWOOD AVE FOR REPORTED FOUND NARCOTICS. SUSPECTED NARCOTICS WERE SEIZED FOR DESTRUCTION.

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ON 08/29/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 3200 BLK OF ELMWOOD AVE FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE FIREARM FROM RESIDENCE. ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 1900 BLK OF WARREN AVE FOR A REPORTED VANDALISM. UNKNOWN OFFENDER SLASHED VEHICLE TIRES, DAMAGED DOOR HANDLE AND STOLE RESIDENTIAL CAMERA. ON 09/04/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 300 BLK OF CEDAR LN FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. OFFENDERS ENTERED RESIDENCE AND STOLE LAWN EQUIPMENT, TV, POWER TOOLS, CAMERA AND PAINTBALL GUNS. ON 09/04/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2000 BLK OF LYNCHBURG ST FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE COPPER FROM A/C CONDENSER. ON 08/29/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 200 BLK OF N 3 1/2 AVE FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. KNOWN OFFENDER ENTERED VEHICLE, STOLE CASH AND PHONE CHARGER, WAS APPREHENDED AND ARRESTED. ITEMS RETURNED TO VICTIM.

ON 09/03/2022. POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 3900 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD FOR A REPORTED ROBBERY. OFFENDER ENTERED BUSINESS, STOLE CASH AND FLED. ON 09/02/2022, POLICE = RESPONDED TO THE 2300 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD FOR A REPORTED ROBBERY. KNOWN OFFENDER ASSAULTED VICTIM BY PUNCHING AND STOLE CASH FROM PURSE. WARRANTS OBTAINED. ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 1100 BLK OF HIGH AVE FOR A REPORTED DISTURBANCE. KNOWN OFFENDER DAMAGED TV.

ON 08/29/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 300 BLK OF MEMORIAL AVE FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE POWER TOOLS FROM OPEN TRUCK BED.

ON 09/03/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4100 BLK OF OLD IRON CT FOR REPORTED LOUD MUSIC. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF AN ILLEGALLY CONCEALED FIREARM AND WAS ARRESTED.

ON 09/04/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2300 BLK OF TRENTON ST FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. KNOWN OFFENDER STOLE FIREARM FROM VEHICLE. WARRANTS OBTAINED.

2022002657 NICHOLAS OWENS (41) of NORTH PRINCE GEORGE BRANDISHING FIREARM,M ASSAULT & BATTERY,M

DISCHARGE FIREARM IN CITY LIMITS,M 2022001323 CORDARIOUS BERRY (35) of HOPEWELL POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE I,II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE,F POSSESS, TRANSPORT FIREARMS BY CONVICTED FELONS,F POSSESS FIREARM WHILE IN POSSESSION OF DRUGS,F 2022002732 DAVID MOUNIE (33) of HOPEWELL ASSAULT & BATTERY -FAMILY MEMBER,M 2022002698 RONALD PERRY (26) of CHESTER INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE,F INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE,F INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE,F POSSESS, TRANSPORT FIREARMS

BY CONVICTED FELONS,F POSSESS, TRANSPORT FIREARMS BY CONVICTED FELONS,F POSSESS FIREARM WHILE IN POSSESSION OF DRUGS,F 2022002640 CHIQUITA BLAKES (39) of HOPEWELL GRAND LARCENY,F

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P R I N C E G E O RG E C O U N T Y I N C I D E N T R E P O RT S 20220829000 Fraud-Identity Theft, Drug/Narcotic Violations, Drug Equipment Violations, Weapon Law Violations ON 08/29/2022, POLICE CONDUCTED A TRAFFIC STOP IN THE 11400 BLK OF SOUTH CRATER ROAD. DRIVER GAVE FALSE ID TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND WAS TAKEN INTO CUSTODY. INVESTIGATION DETERMINED THE OFFENDER WAS WANTED THROUGH PETERSBURG CITY. LARGE AMOUNT OF ILLEGAL NARCOTICS AND A FIREARM WERE ALSO LOCATED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. ARREST MADE. 202208290004 Fraud-Identity Theft, Fraud-False Pretenses ON 08/29/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 11400 BLK OF WILLOW LANE FOR FRAUD. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE VICTIM’S PERSONAL INFORMATION AND ATTEMPTED TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT. THE ACCOUNT WAS FLAGGED AS FRAUD AND VICTIM NOTIFIED. 202208290006 Larceny ON 08/29/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 7500 BLOCK OF RIDGEWAY COURT IN REFERENCE TO A REPORTED LARCENY OF CLOTHING. THE INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT AN UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE THE VICTIM’S CLOTHING THAT WAS DELIVERED. 202208290007 Larceny-Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts, Damage of Property ON 08/29/2022, POLICE RECEIVED A REPORT OF A LARCENY OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS IN THE 9900 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE A CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

202208300003 Larceny-Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts, Damage of Property Stolen Property: CATALYTIC CONVERTER Estimated Property Loss: $500 ON 08/30/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5500 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE FOR A LARCENY OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS. TEN CATALYTIC CONVERTERS WERE STOLEN OFF OF VEHICLES IN THE PARKING LOT. 202208300006 Larceny ON 08/30/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4000 BLK OF PRINCE GEORGE DRIVE FOR A LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE A WALLET THAT THE VICTIM HAD LEFT IN THE CART. 202208300007 Assault-Aggravated ON 08/30/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2800 BLK OF COURTLAND ROAD IN REFERENCE TO AN ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED. ARREST MADE. 202208300008 Assault-Aggravated ON 08/30/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4100 BLK OF JEFFERSON PARK ROAD FOR A REPORTED AGGRAVATED ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED AS ASSAULTING VICTIM. 202208310001 Fraud-Welfare Fraud, FraudIdentity Theft ON 08/31/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO 19000 BLK OF INDIAN ROAD FOR FRAUD. UNKNOWN OFFENDER USED VICTIM’S PERSONAL INFORMATION TO ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN BENEFITS FROM THE VIRGINIA EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION. ACCOUNT WAS

FLAGGED AS FRAUD AND NO BENEFITS WERE ISSUED. 202208310002 Fraud-Identity Theft, Fraud-Welfare Fraud ON 08/31/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4100 BLK OF HERITAGE ROAD IN REFERENCE TO FRAUD. UNKNOWN OFFENDER USED VICTIM’S PERSONAL INFORMATION IN ATTEMPTS TO GAIN BENEFITS FROM THE VIRGINIA EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION. THE ACCOUNT WAS FLAGGED AS FRAUD AND NO FUNDS WERE DISBURSED. 202208310003 Fraud-Credit Card ON 08/31/2022, INVESTIGATIONS RECEIVED A REPORT OF A FRAUD IN THE 5000 BLK OF WILLOW OAK DRIVE BY A KNOWN OFFENDER. 202208310004 Fraud-Welfare Fraud, FraudIdentity Theft ON 08/31/2022, OFFICERS INVESTIGATED A FRAUD IN THE 4860 BLK OF BAILEYS RIDGE LANE. UNKNOWN OFFENDER USED VICTIM’S PERSONAL INFORMATION ATTEMPTING TO OBTAIN GOVERNMENT BENEFITS. THE ACCOUNT WAS FLAGGED AS FRAUD AND NO MONEY WAS LOST. 202208310005 Larceny ON 08/31/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5500 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE FOR A LARCENY. KNOWN OFFENDER STOLE CHECKS OUT OF THE MAILBOX. 202208310008 Drug/Narcotic Violations, Drug Equipment Violations, Fraudidentity Theft ON 08/31/2022, POLICE

CONDUCTED A TRAFFIC STOP ON 1295 NORTH NEAR MILE MARKER 10. PASSENGER PROVIDED FALSE I.D. TO OFFICERS AND ATTEMPTED TO FLEE FROM CUSTODY. ILLEGAL NARCOTICS LOCATED INSIDE VEHICLE. ARREST MADE. 202209010003 Larceny ON 09/01/2022, POLICE RECEIVED A REPORT OF A LARCENY IN 5300 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD. 202209010004 Assault-Simple ON 09/01/2022, OFFICERS INVESTIGATED A DOMESTIC ASSAULT IN THE 5500 BLK OF HERITAGE ROAD. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED. ARREST MADE. 202209010007 Assault & Battery - Family Member ON 09/01/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 10300 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE IN REFERENCE TO A DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED. 202209010008 Assault-Simple ON 09/01/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 100 BLK OF COTTONWOOD LANE IN REFERENCE TO A DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED. 202209010009 Assault-Simple ON 09/01/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 6900 BLK OF FOX DRIVE IN REFERENCE TO A DOMESTIC ASSAULT. 202209020001 Assault-Simple ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED 10300 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE FOR AN ASSAULT.

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P R I N C E G E O RG E C O U N T Y I N C I D E N T R E P O RT S 202209020002 Larceny ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RECEIVED A REPORT OF LARCENY IN THE 2700 BLK OF MAURY ROAD. UNKOWN OFFENDER STOLE A GENERATOR AND A LADDER FROM A CONSTRUCTION SITE.

202209030008 Drug/Narcotic Violations ON 09/03/2022, POLICE CONDUCTED A TRAFFIC STOP IN THE 10000 BLK OF SOUTH CRATER ROAD. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF ILLEGAL NARCOTICS. ARREST MADE.

202209020009 Destruction of Property, Disorderly Conduct ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5200 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD IN REFERENCE TO A DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY AND DISORDERLY CONDUCT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED AS CAUSING A SCENE IN PUBLIC AND DESTROYING PROPERTY OF THE BUSINESS. ARREST MADE.

202209030011 Larceny-Theft from Motor Vehicle ON 09/03/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 3800 BLK OF PUDDLEDOCK ROAD FOR A REPORT OF A LARCENY. VICTIM ADVISED FIREARM WAS TAKEN FROM VEHICLE AFTER TWO KNOWN PARTIES WERE IN IT.

202209030001 Larceny-Shoplifting ON 09/02/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO 1900 BLK OF COLONIAL CROSSINGS DRIVE IN REFERENCE TO A LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE FOOD AND ALCOHOL. 202209030002 Assault-Simple ON 09/03/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 6500 BLK OF ENTERPRISE DRIVE FOR A FIGHT IN PROGRESS. UPON ARRIVAL, BOTH PARTIES HAD SEPERATED. 202209030003 Motor Vehicle Theft, Hit & Run ON 09/03/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4600 BLK OF CROSS POINT COURT FOR A REPORT OF MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT AND A HIT & RUN. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE A VEHICLE FROM THE VICTIM’S DRIVEWAY AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE AND MAILBOX.

202209050001 Assault-Simple ON 09/04/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 16000 BLK OF POLE RUN ROAD FOR A REPORTED DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED. ARREST MADE. JESSICA BROOKE MAUPIN AGE 31 202208290001 HOPEWELL, VA CARRYING CONCEALED WEAPON -1ST OFFENSE OBSTRUCT JUSTICE/RESIST ARREST FALSE ID TO LE POSSESS, DISTRIBUTE CONTROLLED PARAPHERNALIA POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE LH CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE UNAPPROVED LIGHTS ON LICENSE PLATE DRIVING WITHOUT LICENSE PROHIBITED; PENALTIES UNSAFE LANE CHANGE IMPEDE FLOW OF TRAFFIC POSSESS FIREARM WHILE IN POSSESSION OF DRUGS POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE I,II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH I/II NATHANIEL FORD AGE 43 202208290002 PETERSBURG, VA POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE I,II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE PRISONER -MAKE, SELL, POSS SCHED III, MARIJUANA WILLIAM STEELE AGE 67 202208290005 DISPUTANTA, VA MALICIOUSLY INJURE BUSINESS REPUTATION STEPHEN GILLISPIE AGE 62 202208290008 TRESPASSING PUBLIC INTOXICATION BYRON BLACKMON AGE 50 202208300007 SOUTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA ASSAULT & BATTERY STUART ANDERSON JR AGE 36 202208310008 MECHANICSVILLE, VA INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH I/II POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE I,II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE POSSESS, DISTRIBUTE CONTROLLED PARAPHERNALIA FALSE ID TO LE OBSTRUCT JUSTICE/RESIST ARREST MICHAEL FRY JR AGE 36 202209010002 DINWIDDIE, VA INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH I/II POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE III CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE CHARMAINE JONES AGE 61

202209010004 NORTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA ASSAULT & BATTERY -FAMILY MEMBER GLENN HUGHES AGE 60 202209010006 HOPEWELL, VA DWI: REFUSAL OF TEST DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE LINDSAY YOUNGLOVE AGE 35 202209010007 DISPUTANTA, VA ASSAULT & BATTERY -FAMILY MEMBER QUIKITA LEVON WRIGHT AGE 34 202209020009 PRINCE GEORGE, VA DISORDERLY CONDUCT DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY, MONUMENTS -VALUE <$1000 MARIDA BERRA AGE 55 202209030008 ALBERTA, VA POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE I,II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE CHAQUITA THOMAS AGE 38 202209030010 NEWPORT NEWS, VA DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE DWI: REFUSAL OF TEST ANTONIO FLORES AGE 36 202209050001 DISPUTANTA, VA ASSAULT & BATTERY -FAMILY MEMBER

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PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY POLICE DEPART WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS

August 29, 2022 – September 2022 August4,29, 2022 – September 4, 2022

 For period August4, 29, 2022 – September 4, 2022 he period August 29, the 2022 – September 2022 o 299 criminal and other types of calls for service were assigned 99 criminal andoother typescalls of calls for service455 were assigned Total for service: Total calls for service: 455 Police

11 ACCIDENT PROPERTY DAMAGE 11 DISABLED VEHICLE ACCIDENT PROPERTY DAMAGEUNDER THE INFLUENCE 2 DRIVING 1 VEHICLE HIT RUN PROPERTY DAMAGE DISABLED MVA WITH POSSIBLE INJURIES DRIVING UNDER3 THE INFLUENCE 7 RECKLESS DRIVING HIT RUN PROPERTY DAMAGE 5 TRAFFIC HAZARD MVA WITH POSSIBLE INJURIES 83 TRAFFIC STOP 123 Total RECKLESS DRIVING

TRAFFIC HAZARD TRAFFIC STOP Animal Services Total

1 ANIMAL ABANDONED 1 ANIMAL AGGRESSIVE 9 ANIMAL AT LARGE Services 1 ANIMAL BITE/EXPOSURE 11 ANIMAL CALL 1 ANIMAL CARCASS ANIMAL ABANDONED 1 ANIMAL LIVESTOCK/HORSE CALL ANIMAL AGGRESSIVE 2 ANIMAL NEGLECT/CRUELTY ANIMAL AT LARGE 3 ANIMAL SICK/INJURED ANIMAL BITE/EXPOSURE 2 ANIMAL WILDLIFE 1 CALL ANIMAL-CHECK WELFARE ANIMAL Total ANIMAL33 CARCASS

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Fugitives of the Week: 1992 | September 5, 2022

This week, the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program needs your help with locating the following two fugitives: For more fugitives, visit our website crimesolvers.net and hit the most wanted tab.

If you have seen one of these most wanted fugitives, call Crime Solvers (804) 748-0660, or use the p3Tips mobile app. We guarantee you will remain anonymous and could receive a cash reward up to $5,000.

You can like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @ CrimesolversCCH. I am Det. Baldwin with the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers and these are your Fugitives of the Week.

“Take the Time to Solve the Crime.”

Kylijah Arteal Evans is wanted for breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony, grand larceny, possess, transport firearms by a convicted felon and credit card theft.

Evans, 20, is a 6-foot-1-inch-tall black male who weighs 172 lbs. Evans has green eyes and black hair.

Ayman A. Hasaballa is wanted for failure to appear on forging public records. Hasaballa, 50, is a 6-foot-1-inch-tall white male who weighs 193 lbs. Hasaballa has brown eyes and black hair.

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Credit Card Theft & Fraud: 1992 | September 05, 2022 This week, the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program needs your help to solve a credit card theft and fraud.

On Aug. 6, 2022, at approximately 6:54 p.m., an elderly female was checking out at JCPenney in the City of Colonial Heights. While she was checking out, an unknown male suspect removed her wallet from her purse. On the same day, the victim’s credit cards were used a total of eight times in three separate jurisdictions by two different suspects who obtained over $5,800 dollars in gift cards and other items. Suspect one is described as a Hispanic male, clean shaven, with short hair, and suspect two is described as a Hispanic male with a goatee and sideburns.

The Chesterfield County/ Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program has released photos

related to this case. To see them, visit our Facebook page or our website at crimesolvers.net and hit the “Crime of the Week” button.

If you can help solve this crime, or have information about any unsolved crime and/or wanted person in Chesterfield County or Colonial Heights, call Crime Solvers at (804) 748-0660 or use the P3-Tips mobile app.

We guarantee you will remain anonymous and could receive a cash reward up to $5,000.

You can like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @ CrimesolversCCH. I am Det. Baldwin with the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers, and this is your crime of the week.

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CALIFORNIA RULES SENATOR FRANK RUFF

15TH SENATE DISTRICT Did you hear about the new policy in California?

The government will allow no new gasoline powered cars or trucks to be sold in the state after 2035. I’m glad California is a long way away! Wait, while the Democrat Party had complete control of state government in 2020 and 2021, they passed a little bill that requires Virginia’s emission rules to match those set by an unelected California government board. As passed, Virginia surrendered our legislative authority to the California Air Resources

Board.

Before getting into those issues, the debate in the General Assembly focused, not on the merits of emission policies, but rather the wisdom of Virginia choosing California standards over federal standards. What is or is not right for California may or may not be right for Virginia. The people of Virginia elect citizens among them to decide what is right for Virginians.

Some are delighted by this action. They believe that we should run full speed into the world of electric vehicles with little or no consideration of the facts of what effect this will have on all the issues that surround this requirement.

As I have written before, all of us want clean air and

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Availability of Electric Power

Currently, to meet ‘green’ targeted goals, power companies are taking steps that are driving up the costs of your electric bills. From wind turbines off the coast of Virginia to gobbling up acres and acres of farm and woodlands, they are racing to keep up with demand for more power just to heat and cool our homes. Forcing drivers to switch to electric vehicles might appear to improve our environment, but how many more acres will be needed for this greater demand?

Costs of New Cars

Electric vehicles currently are far more expensive

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than those powered by gasoline. The average price is $55,000; about $20,000 more than the average 4-door sedan. Currently, the federal government and some states are offering rebates paid at the expense of the taxpayer. Because of this and a higher current demand than supply, the manufacturers have no incentive to offer discounts.

Currently, there is a shortage of those trained to service electric vehicles and the cost of replacement parts make repairs expensive. This will improve over time. The one factor that there is little evidence of currently is what is the life of the battery. One thing is for sure, you are unlikely to see EVs that last as long CONTINUED ON PAGE 26

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as gasoline powered cars.

Many of us use cars over ten years old; don’t expect that from EVs. At this time, you can upgrade your house to charge your EV at home for about $2,000. As more public re-charging stations are available, that cost can be spread over a longer period of time. This can save users if the price of gasoline remains high and the cost of electricity does not rise.

However, as we become more dependent on electrical power, particularly

‘green’ energy, expect fuel expenses to change.

The Federal Law

Under the federal Clean Air Act, states are forbidden from crafting their own vehicle emissions standards. The law allows states to choose to adopt either federal standards or stricter rules set by California.

When the bill squeaked through, the Auto Dealers Association supported the bill, not because it was going to accomplish its goals or the ethics of California setting Virginia’s public policy, but because buyers could not get the cars they

want. More of the electric cars were being shipped to those states that were following the California standards.

As more EV plants come open in the next few years, that will not be the case.

Every auto manufacturer has announced new facilities in the last year or so. Therefore, the need to follow California standards rather than the federal standards will not be important for dealers in the future.

Issues Moving Forward

Recharging issues need to be addressed. There are

limited public recharging options in rural and smalltown areas. Limited options result in higher prices. There are two mindsets of how to deal with this issue. Some want to use taxpayers’ money; others want the free market to work with incentives. Either way, expect big changes in the coming decade. You will have fewer options.

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3 Tips for Seeking Health Care pital admissions and have lower readmission rates than larger, hospital-owned practices.

FAMILY FEATURES

As intently as ever, Americans may choose to weigh their options, read online reviews and shop around to ensure they are choosing the best product or service at the best price. Health care should not be any different. People want options for their health care, receiving personalized care at a reasonable price and at a location that is convenient and comfortable.

1. Shop around for health care When people are not in an emergency situation, it is beneficial to shop around for the best price for health care services. Americans have a right to price transparency in health care, meaning they know the cost of services before receiving them. Hospitals operating in the United States are required to provide clear, accessible pricing information online about the items and services they provide, so do not be afraid to ask for pricing information upfront.

According to a survey from LUGPA, the largest urology trade association in the United States, nearly onethird of older Americans worry they won’t get the care they need at a location they choose for a price they can afford. Their concern comes as no surprise since hospitals are usually more

3. Ask if telehealth options are available

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expensive than independent practices. Hospitals are increasingly combining into large hospital systems, which creates fewer choices where patients in a community can seek health care.

This decrease in competition can often drive up the cost of care.

2. Consider independent practices An independent medical practice is owned by health care providers who enjoy a greater level of control than physicians working for large health care systems.

Physician-owned practices allow patients more choices for where they seek care, including specialty care. Independent practices are worth considering when shopping for care because these practices typically have a lower average cost per patient.

“Independent physicians

work for patients,” said Jonathan Henderson, MD, president of LUGPA. “We often have patients we’ve known for decades, which establishes a relationship of trust. We discuss health decisions with patients based on what is in their best interests. We have no obligations to a hospital system. When needed, we can freely refer patients to other physicians who we expect to take the best care of our patients based on their individual needs.”

According to the survey, 65% of Americans trust independent physicians and associate them with more individualized and patient-focused care compared to physicians employed by hospitals. Physician-owned practices also provide a greater level of personalization and responsiveness, have fewer preventable hos-

Patients should ensure they receive the highest quality care possible and at the location of their choice.

Telehealth or telemedicine is typically done online through a computer or cell phone, allowing patients to receive care from a health care provider without an in-person office visit. Telehealth options can help increase access to care by enabling patients to choose where they receive it.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many physicians began to expand access to care using telehealth. Congress made this increased use of telehealth possible and now has the opportunity to make permanent telehealth reforms, so every health care provider in America is permitted to deliver safe, high-quality care using telehealth technology.

Americans can let their elected representatives know they back policies that give them the tools they need to choose the best health care for them.

To learn more about policies that increase options and price transparency for health care, visit lugpa.org/ BetterCareNow.

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Cook Like a Pitmaster from the Comforts of Home FAMILY FEATURES

For home chefs looking to take their cooking skills to the next level, it all starts with a little inspiration and a few new skills. Turn family meals into extravagant adventures, take backyard barbecues to new heights and impress friends and neighbors with pitmaster-worthy recipes.

In fact, it can be as easy as turning on the TV. From beef ribs and barbacoa to curried brisket rice and

pho rub beef belly spring rolls, viewers are in for a treat by tuning into season 3 of “BBQuest: Beyond the Pit,” a video series that dives into the long-held traditions, new flavors and everyday inspiration that make Texas barbecue legendary.

The show follows four themes that capture the essence of Texas barbecue: legacy and tradition; creativity and innovation; Texas trailblazers; and family and community.

You can bring barbecue flavors home and cook like a pitmaster with dishes recreated from the series and developed by “Hardcore Carnivore” cookbook author Jess Pryles, including Smoked Chuck Beef Ribs, Grilled Jalapeno Cheddar Meatballs and Szechuan Skirt Steak with Crispy Rice.

“Since launching BBQuest four years ago, it’s truly remarkable to see how much has changed and yet stayed the same when it comes to

Texas barbecue, and that’s exactly what you see in season 3,” said Rachel Chou, Texas Beef Council’s director of consumer marketing.

“There has been so much exciting innovation around cooking methods and international flavors while there’s still a huge dedication to long-held recipes and smoking techniques.”

Learn more about the show and find inspiration to bring the taste of barbecue to your kitchen at BeefLovingTexans.com.

SMOKED CHUCK BEEF RIBS RECIPE COURTESY OF JESS PRYLES ON BEHALF OF BEEF LOVING TEXANS COOK TIME: 10 HOURS, 30 MINUTES SERVINGS: 8

Ingredients • 1 slab beef chuck short ribs (about 4 pounds) • 2 tablespoons kosher salt • 2 tablespoons coarse black pepper • 1/4 cup cider vinegar

• 1 cup water

Directions 1. Preheat smoker or pellet grill to 275 F. 2. Pat ribs dry with paper towel; remove moisture on surface.

3. Combine salt and pepper. Rub beef ribs well on all sides and ends with seasoning, coating generously.

4. Place ribs in smoker and close lid. Cook 5-6 hours.

5. In spray bottle, combine cider vinegar and water. Lightly spritz ribs every 30 minutes for first 4 hours of cooking.

6. Ribs are ready when completely probe tender. If parts still feel tough, continue cooking.

7. Once completely tender, remove ribs from smoker then wrap tightly in butcher’s paper and place in small cooler to rest 30 minutes.

8. To serve, slice ribs between bones.

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Albert West

Eliza Wooden Collins Myrick

Albert Leigh West, 90, a lifelong resident of Petersburg, VA passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022. Born on July 11, 1932 in Petersburg he was the son of the late William Thomas and Lucy Jones West; and was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce Westmoreland West; and five brothers and sisters. Mr. West was a United States Army veteran having faithfully served his country during the Korean War. He had been the Owner and General Manager of the The Harlow-Hardy Co. Inc. Furniture store located in Petersburg. Mr. West was an avid golfer and was a member of the Country Club of Petersburg. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Fred Shultz and wife, Margaret, Barbara Lewis, Steve Shultz and wife, Penn, Donna Clark and husband, Stephen, Jeff Page and wife, Jerri, Tim Page and wife, Dixie, Cheryl McLean and husband, Ron, Kim Strotman and husband, Brian and Tammy Jordan and husband, John; his devoted caregiver, Floreen Danquah; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Second Presbyterian Church, 419 W. Washington St., Petersburg, VA 23803 with Pastor Archibald Wallace, officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George, VA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Eliza Wooden Collins Myrick, 100, of Petersburg, VA, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022.

Born in Chatham, VA, she was the daughter of the late Calvin and Delta Seabright Collins; and was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Roy Elliott Myrick, Jr.; and her brother, Lawrence Collins. As a child, she attended Hughes Memorial Home for Children in Danville, VA, which she is very proud of. She got a quality education and made lifetime friends. She graduated from Chester High School in Chester, VA in 1939. Mrs. Myrick was a good friend to many and was always willing to lend a helping hand. She was a woman of God and a loyal member of St. Mark’s UMC in Petersburg, where she was involved in various church activities for many years.

She enjoyed knitting, cross-stitch, crocheting and was an excellent cook. She always kept an orderly home, making sure everything was tidy and organized. She will be remembered by her family as a loving and devoted wife and mother. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at the Petersburg Home for Ladies for their dedication and care to Mrs. Myrick and making her feel at home.

Mrs. Myrick is survived by her son, Robert A. Myrick; and numerous cousins and friends. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, September 12, 2022 at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home with the Reverend Jeaux Simmons officiating. Interment will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park, South Prince George, VA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, St. Mark’s United Methodist Chuch, 225 Claremont St, Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

September 5, 2022

Mrs. Eleanor Dance

November 1, 1936 - September 5, 2022 Mrs. Eleanor Dance, of 20800 Truth Drive, Petersburg, departed this life Monday, September 5, 2022 at her home.

The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the caring professionals at Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg, VA 23803. For further information, please call us at (804) 732-7841. www. blandfuneralhomes.com.

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Viola Virginia Ingraham

May 28, 1932 - September 3, 2022 Viola Virginia Cole Ingraham transitioned from this life on to glory on September 3, 2022, at the rich young age of 90.

Viola was a determined, independent, sassy lady right up to the end of her days.

She loved reading, especially Amish novels, and her Bible. She listened to recorded sermons and music brought to her by the members of Grace Baptist Church. She also loved word search puzzles, and Western TV movies, unless they were Clint Eastwood.

She said, “He is too slow.” She was a hoot, and she loved grand-baby smiles and hugs, collecting them whenever possible. She was known by the generations of children as Mama, Grandma, Oma, and Memaw.

She was the daughter of the late John Henry Cole and Annie Josephine Meunier. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Willie, Jeff, Raymond, Alease, Alice, Elizabeth, and Edith.

She is survived by her children, Linda (Andy), Emmie (and the man who brought her food, David), Bobby (Kristie), and Lisa (Tim); 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren; constant niece, Sarah; along with other nieces, nephews, and friends.

Needless to say, it was always a loud, happy holiday gathering.

We wish to thank the members of Grace Baptist Church in North Dinwiddie for being faithful visitors and companions to her.

You kept her inspired by your contributions.

God bless each of you!

She will be greatly missed by all.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Grace Baptist Church, 23814 River Rd, N. Dinwiddie, VA 23803. The family will receive friends one-hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Blandford Cemetery.

Flowers are welcome, but in lieu of, donations may be made to Grace Baptist Church, 23814 River Rd, N. Dinwiddie, VA 23803.

Condolences may be registered online at www.jtmorriss.com.

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Francis Allen Houston

Paul “Steve” Steven Hunter

Frances Collier Pulley

Francis Allen Houston, 82, of Chester, VA passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022. Born in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late Allen and Virginia Minter Houston; and was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Janice Hall Houston; and a sister, Anne Houston.

Mr. Houston was a United States Army veteran, a member of First Baptist Church in Hopewell and had retired from Celadon Trucking, after many years of dedicated service. He will be remembered by his family as a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his one son, James Houston and wife, Alison; two grandchildren, Tanner and Rachel Houston; one sister, Joyce Martin and husband, Robert; and a niece, Sara Martin. All services will be private. The family is being served by the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Steve Hunter, 73, of Spring Grove, VA died September 1, 2022. Born and raised in Midway, North Carolina, son of the late Paul Hunter and Evelyn Hunter. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Kathi Hunter; sons, Evan Hunter (Julie), of Winston Salem, NC and Eric Hunter (Liz), of Chesterfield, VA; grandchildren, Ryan, Ethan, Cole, Charlotte, Megan, and Sarah; sister, Lawana Ford, of Salisbury, NC. A visitation will be held at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home, on Saturday, September 10th from 3 pm - 5 pm, 3050 W Hundred Rd, Chester, VA 23831. Family will receive family and friends at Midway United Methodist Church, Friday, September 16th at 10:00 am. A funeral service will follow at 11:30 am, 9795 Old, US-52, Lexington, NC 27295. Interment will follow at Midway United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Burrowsville Ruritan Club, 17410 James River Drive, Disputanta, VA 23842 or to Midway United Methodist, Old US Highway 52, Lexington, NC 27295.

Frances Collier Pulley, 98, of Matoaca, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2022. Born in Ettrick, VA, she was the daughter of the late James Edwin Collier, Sr. and Eula Mae Pond Collier. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Andrew Gerald Pulley; and siblings, Margaret Collier Davis, James E. Collier, Jr, and Gayle Collier Driskill.

Frances loved rooting for her Hokies at Virginia Tech. She was an avid bird watcher, especially hummingbirds. She was a voracious reader and enjoyed working on her crossword puzzles. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her daughters, Jerry Hanger, Jenny Pulley, and Andrea Pulley; granddaughters, Angela McKeown (Jim) and Melinda Veilleux (Ron); great-grandchildren, Jimmy McKeown, Jake McKeown, Eric McKeown, Greg McKeown, Dakota Williams, Margaret Frances Veilleux, and Copper Gayle Veilleux; great-greatgrandchild, Maverick McKeown and a host of beloved nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Blandford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be donated to Dinwiddie Animal Shelter, 10903 Wheelers Pond Rd., Dinwiddie, VA 23841. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

May 7, 1940 - September 2, 2022

July 12, 1949 - September 1, 2022

Vernelle Curtis

August 19, 1926 - September 1, 2022 Curtis, Vernelle Nussey, 96, of Chester, passed away on September 1, 2022, at her home. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Clarence Curtis; her parents, Joseph and Bessie Nussey; her sisters, Marion Sanders and Virginia Ward; her brother, William Nussey.

Vernelle was the matriarch of the Nussey/Curtis family, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was thought of as a second mother by several of her children’s friends. She is survived by her three children, Daphne Curtis, Marian Perkinson (Billy), Clarence “Trip” Curtis III; granddaughter, Ashley; great-grandson, Cameron, step-granddaughters, Mandy Pallett (Chris) and Mindy Rissler (Michael); five step-great-grandchildren, Ethan, Hailey, Brittany, Landon, and Jackson; loving nieces and nephews. Vernelle was a member of Chester United Methodist Church.

A visitation will be held at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home, on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 11:00 A.M., at Sunset Memorial Park, Chester, Virginia, followed by a reception at Chester United Methodist Church. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Chester United Methodist Church, and St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss. com.

September 7, 1923 - September 1, 2022

Mr. Maury W. Jackson

October 4, 1966 - September 6, 2022 Mr. Maury W. Jackson, of Hopewell, VA., departed this life on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at his residence.

The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the caring professionals of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg, VA., 23803 (804) 732-7841. www.blandfuneralhomes.com.

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Ann Elizabeth Scott

Gloria Burnice Kollmann

Timothy Garrett Dobson

Scott, Ann Elizabeth, age 84, of Chester, VA, went to her eternal home the morning of Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

Ann was one of eleven children, born to Jennie and Benjamin Chambers, in Weeksville, NC. She is survived by her son, David Walter Scott; and daughters, Kathryn Smith, of Chesterfield, and Deborah Daniels, of Iowa; as well as six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Ann was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Norman E. Scott, Sr.; and her son, Norman Earl Scott, Jr. A devoted wife, loving mom, Proud grandma, elated great-grandma (mee-maw) And friend to so many From sewing to Norman Rockwell to Porcelain tea-pots to a flowers bloom, That precious smile and gentle voice Was sure to brighten a room Her light will shine forever, through the stars at night we see But with us in our hearts, forever she will be A funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 11:00 AM at J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home - Chester Chapel, 3050 W. Hundred Road. Interment will directly follow the service at Sunset Memorial Park.

Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.jtmorriss.com.

Gloria Jarratt Kollmann, 73, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022.

Born in Petersburg, VA, she was the daughter of the late Johnny Jenkins Jarratt and Ruth Chambers Grizzard Jarratt. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Johnny Jarratt, Bruce Jarratt, Bollie Jarratt, Clifton “Gene” Jarratt, Everette “Dickie” Jarratt, Peggy Brinker, Evelyn Jarratt, Sketter Jarratt, and Pauline Pulley.

She is survived by her children, Irika Kollmann Strube (Charlie), Ashley Kollmann, and Chadd Kollmann; grandchildren, Savannah, Conner, Grayson, Gavin, Loghan, and Austin. She is also survived by Frances “Jenny” Babb, who was like a mother to Gloria; along with a host of other extended family and friends.

Gloria was previously employed with Central State Hospital and Southside Regional Medical Center as a Certified Nursing Assistant, retiring after many years. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and enjoyed serving the Lord. Most of all, Gloria was a devoted mother, loving grandmother, aunt, and caretaker for family and friends.

She will be dearly missed.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 am on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at Readville Baptist Church Cemetery, 20158 Princeton Rd., Stony Creek, VA 23882. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Timothy Garrett Dobson, 59, met God on August 29, 2022, after battling cancer 3 times. He was born in Fredericksburg, Virginia and grew up in Chester, Virginia. He is predeceased by his beloved parents, Robert Franklin Dobson, Sr. and Barbara Ann Crotts Dobson.

Growing up he played baseball and in the band at school. After Graduating he held jobs at Ukrops, Hill Phoenix, and Crossflights. He loved and helped anyone who needed it and never complained. Timmy loved the outdoors and animals, and they loved him. He was a mechanic and loved it, loved fishing and football, especially the Redskins. He enjoyed playing in the band at church. He wanted to see his daughter and granddaughter every day. He had many friends that he loved and they loved him. Playing guitar and music was his life. He taught many to play guitar, bass, and drums. He was a great musician and succeeded in writing and recording songs.

His band was called The Confederate Navy Band, he was very proud that his band was well known in the Metropolitan area.

He is survived by his devoted and beloved partner of 15 years, Millie Cothran; daughter, Erika Suzanne Dobson; granddaughter, Adryana Mariah Johnson; sisters, Diane Crowley, Cheryl Albert, and Cindy Bell; brothers, Steve Smith and Robert Dobson, Jr.; nieces and nephews, Carly Crowley, Travis Albert, Carrie Ann Hurley, Crystal Ann Albert, Brandon Bell, Morgan Wolf, and Randy Smith; and numerous other family members.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. All are invited to join family and friends at Chester Junction afterwards to celebrate his life.

Condolences may be registered at www. jtmorriss.com.

September 7, 1937 - August 31, 2022

January 19, 1949 - August 30, 2022

Norma Collins Draucker

December 31, 1937 ~ September 5, 2022 Norma Collins Draucker, 84, of Colonial Heights passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022. Born December 31, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Lilia McDaniel, and was also preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Lee Draucker, Sr.; and two sisters, Nancy Collins and Betty Bishop.

She was a longtime and very active member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church, where she sang in the St. Ann’s Bell Choir. She was also a member of the Southernaires singing group. After 55 years of dedicated service, she retired as a mammographer.

She is survived by her sons, Daniel Lee Draucker, Jr., Tommy Draucker and wife, Kelly; granddaughter, Ella Draucker; siblings, Pat Merritt and husband, Frank, Shirley Eichler, Charles Collins and wife, Marie; special nieces, Dana Hitchcock, Crystal Phelps; other nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Southlawn Memorial Park, 1911 Birdsong Road, S. Prince George, Virginia 23805. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen 3-Day, P.O. Box 660843 Dallas, TX 75266-0843. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard.

Online condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

December 12, 1962 - August 29, 2022

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Barbara Ann Harvanek

June 18, 1933 - August 29, 2022 Barbara Slaughter Harvanek, loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully Monday, August 29, 2022. She was at home surrounded by her loved ones.

Barbara, age 89, was born in Petersburg, VA, to the late Preston Booth and Gertrude Helen Slaughter. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Preston B. Slaughter, Jr. Barbara was the devoted wife of the late Jules V. Harvanek. Married in 1954, they resided in Petersburg, then Prince George, VA. Together they owned and operated Produce Center Supermarket and Produce Center Rentals.

Barbara is survived by her children, Leslie H. Beasley (Vaughn) of St. Johns, FL, and Scotty L. Harvanek (Kim) of Petersburg, VA. She is also survived by her cherished grandsons, Jacob L. Harvanek and Preston W. Harvanek of Petersburg.

Other surviving family members include her sister, Linda S. Hall of Chesapeake, VA; numerous sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, friends, and loving caretakers, especially Trina Bishop.

Visitation will be held at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home, 103 S. Adams St., Petersburg, VA, from 5pm to 7pm on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. A service celebrating her life will be held at 11am on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at the funeral home.

Interment will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Prince George Fire & EMS, P.O. Box 68, Prince George, VA 23875 or Enhabit Hospice, 100 Gateway Centre Parkway Suite 305B, Richmond, VA 23235. Condolences may be registered online at www.jtmorriss.com.

Michael R. Stiles

June 26, 1963 ~ July 17, 2022 In the early hours of Sunday, July 17, 2022, Michael R. Stiles, loving husband, brother and father of three, passed away at the age of 59. Mike was born on June 26,1963 in Norfolk, VA. In January of 2015 he married the love of his life, Doaty, who lovingly cared for him through his illness. Mike was a hard working man who at times worked more than one job to provide for his family. In his later years Mike worked in water treatment facilities working his way up the ladder from a Class 4 to a Class 1 water treatment operator. He was a Team Leader at Chesterfield County Utilities when he was diagnosed with glioblastoma. Mike was an outgoing person, often the life of the party. He was an avid fisherman, known to drop a line in the smallest of ponds. While he didn’t mind pulling in the big fish he especially enjoyed fishing with the little ones, his kids, nieces and nephews. He also enjoyed listening to music as well as playing music with friends and family. He was known to host many cookouts which would lead to a musical evening of musicians strumming their guitars and singing around a bonfire. No doubt there’d be a few John Prine tunes played. Both fishing and playing music brought a lot of joy to Mike’s heart. Please know, if you accompanied him in either of these the joy in his heart was tenfold.

Mike was an intelligent being who enjoyed playing words with friends, doing crossword puzzles and had the ability to retain trivia nuggets as well as memorizing numbers. He was an animal lover. His dogs, Penny and Rosie, even though they crossed rainbow bridge, were the most recent dogs to secure a place in his heart. His humor was quick witted and was quite entertaining, one of the many reasons he seemed to draw a crowd around him wherever he went. Mike’s sense of humor was ever present even in the most advanced stages of his illness. He often spoke of the great love and admiration he had for Doaty. She became his rock where he was once hers. He also spoke often about the love he had for his children and his eyes would light when he talked about his grandchildren. “Grandpa” was one of his favorite titles. Mike was preceded in death by his father, Earl Stiles and his mother, Elaine Hoggard. He is survived by his wife, Doaty; his three children and their children, daughter,r Liz (Adrienne and Brianna Parker); son, Laine (Bently Strickland) and daughter, Amber (Amyiah Wilson); his sisters, Michelle McMillian, Cathy Baldwin (Jeff), Karla Stiles and Becky Stiles; and his stepmother, Melinda Stiles. Mike also has many nieces and nephews, Jennifer Homan, Jesse Claud, Jeff Whisenant, Chris Whisenant, Shannon Whisenant, Kimberly Plyer, Justin Plyer, Michael Newsome, Kenny Newsome, Avery Stiles, CJ Baldwin and Danielle Baldwin he loved as his own. The family would love to learn more about Mike through your perspectives. We hope you will consider saving this date, Saturday, November 19, 2022 to join us in celebrating Mike’s life with music, food and good company. Just the way Mike would like it. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Crater Road Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes 3935 S. Crater Road Petersburg, Virginia 23805.

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William “Billy” Paige Spain

September 17, 1951 - September 5, 2022 William “Billy” Paige Spain, age 70, passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022. He was the son of the late Samuel Place and Mildred Wells Spain, and was also preceded in death by his grandmother, Ruth Wilkerson Spain Wheeler.

He was a member of Western Heights Baptist Church and a longtime employee of Southside Sheltered Workshop.

He is survived by his brother, Robert P. Spain and wife, Rosemary, David Spain and wife, Rhonda; nieces, Rebekah and Rachel; nephews, David Lee and Kevin; great-niece and nephew, Grace and Jacob.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at the Crater Road Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes, 3935 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Virginia 23805. Interment will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Wednesday from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Western Heights Baptist Church, 24416 Cox Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803.

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Pearl Agnes Clark

Clara Lou Worrell

Pearl Agnes Clark, 83, of Colonial Heights, passed away Monday, September 5, 2022.

She was born on July 26, 1939 in New York to the late Lillian and Charles Roy. Mrs. Clark was a member of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church and served her country as part of the WAVES in the United States Navy in the late 1950’s. She was a longtime volunteer for the Colonial Heights Food Pantry, and also used her skill in crocheting to help local hospice organizations. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 30 years, Carl C. Clark. She is survived by her children, Norma Jean Clark and Robert Allen Clark; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; close friend of over 40 years, Connie Hatton; and her family at St. Michael’s. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 9, 2022 at Sunset Memorial Park, 2901 W. Hundred Road, Chester, Virginia 23831. Following interment, guests are invited to return to St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 501 Old Town Drive, Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834, for a service and reception where all are welcome. Flowers are welcome, or in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Colonial Heights Food Pantry (www.chfoodpantry. org). Online condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

Clara Lou Worrell, 87, of Colonial Heights passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022.

Born September 27, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Armigi and Adel Prince and, was also preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, William Ellis Worrell, Jr.; two brothers; and five sisters.

Clara was a longtime member of Life Church in Chester, Virginia. After 34 years of dedicated service, she retired as a beaming operator from Honeywell, formerly Allied Chemical. She was a homebody and lived a simple life, spending a lot of her time outside, tending to her yard. She cherished the time she got to spend with her beloved family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her four children, Linda Worrell Moore and husband, Danny, Donna Louise Worrell, William Ellis Worrell III and wife, Teresa L. Harrison, Greg Scott Worrell and wife, Annette; five grandchildren, Jamie Collins, Steve Worrell and wife, Michelle, Taylor Davis and husband, Blake, Parker Worrell and wife, Audri, Logan Worrell and wife, Laura; six great-grandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; siblings, Mildred Brady, Betty Hathaway, Howard Prince and wife, Star, Joan Wooten; and other extended family members.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Life Church, 16801 Harrowgate Rd, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the COPD Foundation, 3300 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Miami, FL 33134. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com

July 26, 1939 - September 5, 2022

May 5, 1948 - September 7, 2022 Mr. Steven J. Baumgartner of Hopewell, departed this life on September 7, 2022 at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell.

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Jeanette F. Franklin

August 26, 1936 - September 6, 2022 Mrs. Jeanette F. Franklin departed this life on September 6, 2022 at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874. com.

September 27, 1934 - September 3, 2022

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Debra Nash Cheeley Bowles

Mary Dice Cox

Debra Nash Cheeley Bowles passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022. She was born July 28, 1956, to Milton Lee and Marie Bulifant Cheeley, preceded in death by her parents and the love of her life, husband, Ray Wade Bowles. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Vickie Marie Brewer, Phyllis Brewer Fox (Bubba) and Laura Hall (Brian). In November 1991 Ray brought three additional children into her life, Christopher Ray Bowles, Sheree Marie Bowles and Richard Wade Bowles. She was “Gammy” to seven grandchildren Rebecca Grace Branch, Cameron Wade Bowles, Zaden Walker, Renée Elizabeth Fox, Rachel Elizabeth Walker, Elyse Marie Fox and Dylan Hall. She is also survived by her brother Taz, nephew Ryan Blake Cheeley (Geri) and their children Blake and Vivian.

Her amazing cousin she always called her sister, Julie Pond (Doug), the father of her first three girls, George Brewer III and many other wonderful family members. By her side to the end, her companion Daisy River, the world’s best Basset hound. Debra’s best friend Dianna Gustinis (Rick) and special friends, Sandy Smith, Mattie Newsome, Rob Covington and forever son-in-law Jacob “Tiny” Walker, coworkers Candice Pemberton, Lisa Braxton and Pam Nichols.

Debra worked for Colonial Heights City Schools for 27 years, then the City of Richmond City Clerk’s Office since 2012.

She had a love of music, starting piano at the age of 7, the organ at age 12 that she shared through her love of Christ with several local churches starting with Tabb Street Presbyterian on Mother’s Day 1972. She brought joy to congregations at Covenant Presbyterian, Colonial Heights Presbyterian, Colonial Heights Baptist, Wesley United Methodist, Highland United Methodist and finally Washington Street UMC in 2015. She loved sharing her faith through music leading children and youth choirs and handbell choirs for all ages. After retirement, she continued to substitute at several churches including St. Marks UMC, Second Baptist Church of Petersburg Colonial Christian and First Baptist Church Petersburg. She helped others celebrate by playing for many weddings and social events throughout the state.

Debra was a graduate of Colonial Heights High School, Class of 1974. She attended Richard Bland College, Longwood College where she studied music with an emphasis in piano and later graduated with honors from Virginia State University in Human Resources Management.

An active philanthropist as a member of the Colonial Heights Optimist Club, Colonial Heights Women of the Moose and Ladies Auxiliary of Petersburg Fraternal Order of the Eagles #882, where she was installed as President this year and also served on the Board of Trustees where she was a lifetime member of Highland UMC. Her heart was full of love for her family, friends, music and Christ. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and working jigsaw puzzles. As she would tell each of us at the end of a call or in her sweet messages, “I love you always.”

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 9, 2022 in Highland United Methodist Church, 125 E Westover Avenue, Colonial Heights, VA. Interment will follow in Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at church. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

Mary Dice Cox of Georgetown, SC, died on Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

She was a native of Petersburg, VA and the daughter of the late John E. and Mary Ellen (Nellie) K. Dice. She was a homemaker and enjoyed researching her family history and crafting.

She was predeceased by her husband, James H. Cox. She is survived by her daughters, Teresa (Danny) Tursi, Georgetown, SC, Patricia (James) Civitella, Georgetown, SC. Her sons, Kevin (Mari) Cox, Brooklyn, NY, Thomas (Kenya) Cox, Bear, DE. Her grandchildren, Joshua (Liann) A. Evans, Laura (John) Rutkowski, Kevin (Carol) O. Cox, Victor O. Cox, Kady R. Cox, James Civitella II, Dawn (Robert) Diesinger. Her great-grandchildren, James Civitella, III, Jack and Cole Civitella, Hannah, and Tyler Diesinger. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, several nieces, and nephews.

She was pre-deceased by her brothers, John Martin (infant), John E. Dice, Jr., James J. Dice, Edward R. Dice, and sister, Jean Dice Motto.

The family would like to thank Tidelands Community Hospice for their care, dedication, and kindness, and would like to thank Shandrika Dorsey and Shirley Stafford for being such loving and compassionate caregivers for their mother.

Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, September 12, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 151 W Washington St, Petersburg, VA 23803. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on hour prior to Mass from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. at church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Joseph Church, P.O. Box 2006, Petersburg, VA. Online condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

July 28, 1956 - September 3, 2022

Estrella G. Vera

December 29, 1992 - August 20, 2022 Ms. Estrella G. Vera departed this life on August 20, 2022. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www. jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

April 7, 1929 - August 31, 2022

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Robert Burton Galusha

December 1, 1932 - September 2, 2022 Lt. Col. (retired) Robert B. Galusha, 89, of Chester, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 2, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester Burton and Leola Galusha, wife of 63 years, Carolyn Webber Galusha. He is survived by his sister, Sandra G. Matthews (Noah); daughter, Debra G. Folster (Robert Schley), and son, Robert Brian Galusha (Joy); grandchildren, Meghan F. Tarabay (Vladimir), Jonathan R. Folster (Ashley), and Chad and Cassidy Galusha; great-grandchildren, Savannah and Caroline Folster, and Brantley and Willow Tarabay.

Robert (Bob) Galusha was a 1955 West Virginia University graduate of the School of Journalism. He was an ROTC cadet preparing for a career as an Army officer. He enjoyed many awards for his unit team marksmanship in the National Rifle Association. Bob entered military service as a Captain with the Infantry, attended the Army Aviation School and graduated with his wings in 1956 as one of the first Army Aviators. He was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division and served on flight status until 1958. Bob served with the 4th Logistical Command in France/Germany and returned to the continental US in 1961 serving with the 2nd Battalion Group, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division as company commander and asst. S-3. In 1963, he was assigned to the 18th Aviation Company in Vietnam and served as flight section leader, asst. platoon leader and platoon leader. He returned to the US in 1964 to attend the Assoc. Armor Officer Career Course and returned to Vietnam for a second tour of duty in 1967. He served as Chief Instructor Pilot; Chief, Air Division; and Director, Airborne Collection and Identification Dept; US Army Security Agency Training Center and School at Ft. Devens. Bob was the recipient of many awards, citations and medals to include several Meritorious Service medals (first and 2nd Bronze oakleaf clusters); Bronze Star Medal; several Armed Forces Expeditionary medals; the Commendation Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Army of Occupation Medal; the Vietnam Service Medal; Vietnam Campaign Medal; the Republic Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation.

Upon retirement in 1975 at Ft. Lee, VA, Bob sought a civilian career with Chesterfield County government. He was hired by the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors as the first county Personnel Director tasked to create a comprehensive human resources department. Upon his county retirement in 1985, he launched a new journey into real estate with Bowers, Nelms and Fonville for several years. Bob also worked with the IRS helping taxpayers navigate the tax process. Bob enjoyed his community service and friends during his 25 years of dedication to the Chester Civitan Club where he served as club director, vice president, president elect and president. In February 2021, Bob received recognition as a founding sponsor for outstanding support and commitment to building the National Museum of the US Army dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifices of the American soldier.

Bob was a devout member of Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church since 1976 where he served on many committees. He loved his family near and far. He was a hero and mentor to his daughter and son. He was humble, witty and wise. He loved his grandchildren and great- grandchildren and watched with pride as they participated in sports, excel in school studies and secure successful careers.

He lost his beloved wife, Carolyn far too soon but he “fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7). Rest in peace dear Popper.

We love you. We will miss you and cherish our memories. Our hearts are broken but find peace knowing you now lay in the arms of Jesus and your lifetime sweetheart, “Carlye.”

A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m., with viewing from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church, 17120 Jefferson Davis Highway, South Chesterfield, VA 23834 with Pastor Denise Watkins officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 16, 2022, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Interment will be held in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

Wanda Bryant Phillips

November 17, 1963 - September 1, 2022 Wanda Lynn Phillips, age 58, of Dinwiddie County, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 1, 2022. Having spent many years in the nursing field, she was very passionate about advocating and helping others. Wanda was a skilled artisan, remarkable interior decorator, and loved to travel and shop.

She is preceded in death by her former spouse, Thomas Phillips. She is survived by her long time fiancé, M.L. Thomas; parents, Melvin and Mildred Bryant; sister, Deborah Vosvick(Gary); brother, Keith Bryant (Gale); son, Cory Kerr (Shawn); daughter, Lindsay Thomas (James); six grandchildren; and four nephews.

A memorial visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia, 23834. Interment will be private. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

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Lillian A. McCulley

March 25, 1941 - September 2, 2022 How do you sum up the beauty of someone’s soul in just a few sentences? I hope these words do a little justice to the amazing woman that she was.

Lillian A. McCulley, of Spring Grove VA, was nicknamed “Tootsie” by her father, Charles “Pete” Shrock and mother, LaNette Shrock. She was born in Pueblo, Colorado on March 25, 1941. God called her home on Sept. 2nd, 2022, at 4:14am. She was reunited with her Savior, her son, dad and grandparents. Though she struggled to stay with her family here, the welcoming celebration to her heavenly home must have been glorious. Her son, especially, had been waiting for her for 35 years.

She retired as the Executive Secretary for the President of Business and Finance at VSU. Before that she had proudly served in the United States Air Force. She loved the mountains, eagles, bears, and all things Native American. She loved to crochet so much so that you would often find a crocheted doorknob cover, a hat for a pinecone one her grandkids brought her, or a doily for the table. She enjoyed painting and pottery as well. When she could no longer do those things, she started to color and watch westerns on TV. Her last years were wrought with the disease of Dementia. This disease robbed her of many things, but it couldn’t touch the memory of her family nor her unconditional love for them. She was a daughter who loved and admired her parents, and the eldest of five children: Ruth Paulson, Patsy Baton, Charles Shrock (Connie) , Evelyn Burke (Irvin). She was the wife, companion, and friend to the love of her life, John McCulley. She was Mama and best friend to two children, Shawn Miller (preceded her in death) and Kimberly Estes (Keith Estes). One of her greatest joys was becoming grandma to her six grandchildren: Shawn (Lora), Kyrie (Colin), Kaitlyn (Trace), Kynley, Kennedy, Landry. She was also proud to be called Grammy by her four great grandchildren: Caiden, Sophia, Sheamus, and Liam.

Those titles: Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Wife, Mama, Grandma, Grammy defined who she was. She was a family woman and everything else paled in comparison to that. She was the best friend, confidant, caretaker, anchor, creator of dreams, and the cheerleader of each family member.

She loved unconditionally, unselfishly, and purposefully. Her door was always open, and she would feed you the entire time you were there.

The moment you walked into her house you noticed just one of the many things she held close to her heart; this was art. It wasn’t the typical artwork that might hang in one’s home. What graced her walls were pictures of not only her family, but the arts and crafts that were made for her by those she loved. There was always a spot for one more colored picture, painting, or craft. Priceless items made by those she treasured.

Heaven’s gain is this world’s loss. This loss will be felt heavily by her family, because, to them she was their world. The beauty of her soul won’t need to be summed up by any of these words; they will live on in those she poured her heart and love into. They will be her enduring legacy.

You are welcome to join in the Celebration of her life which will be held at 10:00 a.m. on September 17, 2022 at Cameron Avenue Church of Christ, 601 Cameron Ave, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834.

This isn’t goodbye, it’s an until that day…….

Doris “GiGi” Jean Neace

March 31, 1936 - August 30, 2022 Doris “GiGi” Jean Neace, 86, of Colonial Heights, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. Born on March 31, 1936, in Roanoke, Virginia, she was the daughter to the late Elijah H Hubbard Sr. and Mermett Bosserman Hubbard. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, William “Bill” Homer Neace; her baby son, Michael Neace; sisters, Nelda Dooley, Sara “Sally” E. Gray, Dora E. Hubbard; brothers, Elijah H. Hubbard Jr., and Richard O. Hubbard; brother-in-law, Charles Lindbeck; and parents-in-law, Octavia and A.G. Neace.

Doris was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church for many years, teaching Sunday School and Bible School.

She was also employed at Walmart for 23 years. Doris enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. GiGi also loved to go outside and play sports with her family. She was especially known for being blunt and having no filter- but also a strong woman of faith. Her favorite motto was “Don’t worry about it, pray about it.” She made sure to never leave home without her pink lipstick.

She is survived by her daughter, Leslie N. Neace; her son, Jeff G. Neace (Angela); grandchildren, John Livesay, Ava Victoria Catron, Sydney Nicole Catron, Reagan Mallory Catron, Kadence Jade Scott, Aden Gage Scott, Eric Neace, and Jason Neace; her great-granddaughter, Everleigh Matthews; sisters, Edna M. Andrews and Betty R. Bryant; sister-in-law, Minnie Hubbard; grand-dog’s, Jax and Reesie; and many other extended family members and special friends.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2022, in Southlawn Memorial Park, 1911 Birdsong Road, S. Prince George, Virginia 23805. The family requests that ladies wear their favorite shade of lipstick to the service to honor Ms. Doris.

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Theodore Williams, Jr.

October 15, 1961 - September 6, 2022 Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Saturday, September 10, 2022 in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Tyrone Jackson, eulogist. Interment to follow at the Wilborne Baptist Church Cemetery.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

Charlotte L. Baxter

June 22, 1931 - September 4, 2022 Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, September 14, 2022 in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. James Geter, eulogist. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery.

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Mary D. Fogg

April 26, 1937 - September 2, 2022

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Carlton L. Thorne

November 25, 1957 - September 3, 2022 Mr. Carlton L. Thorne departed this life on September 3, 2022 at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell.

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Bernadine C. Patterson

December 10, 1960 - September 2, 2022

Mrs. Bernadine C. Patterson, Prince Mary D. Fogg, the daughter of the late Croswell and Maybell Herring, George, departed was born April 26, 1937 in Garland, NC. She departed her life on Septhis life on Septemtember 2, 2022 in the comfort of her home in Petersburg, VA. ber 2, 2022 at her Mary was a graduate of Garland High School. After graduating, she residence. moved to Petersburg, VA with her uncle, Henry Carr. She married her J.M. Wilkerson loving husband, William H. “Bud” Fogg and from this union, a son, Funeral EstablishWilliam A. Fogg was born. ment, Inc., 102 She worked various jobs until she found employment with Philip South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732Morris USA, where she retired after 25 years. After retiring, she 8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. worked part time at Marshalls for six years and later retired to take care of her husband.

Mary joined First Baptist Church-Harrison Steet, Petersburg at an early age. She was an active choir member for over 50 years. She was also a loyal member of the M.M. Clarke Memorial Circle for over 50 years. Mary was an active member of the Eastern Star.

Mary loved church, planting flowers, cooking, playing bingo and watching game shows. She used to say, “Do what’s right and do what’s good. Be kind and help others.” and her life was a liv- David H. Evans ing example of that statement. One of her favorite Bible verses was Ephesians 4:32 which states, August 7, 1952 - August 31, 2022 “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s Mr. David H. Evans sake hath forgiven you.” of Roanoke, deAlong with her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her sister, Joyce Faison; and brothers, parted this life on Edwin Harris and John Herring.

August 31, 2022 at Mary is survived by her loving son, William A. Fogg (Tony); five sisters-in-law, Jennie F. Debose, Chippenham HosMamie Ragland, Mary W. Diggs, Dorothy M. Williams and Sherry McDonald all of Henderson, pital, Richmond.

NC; brother-in-law, Doug Faison; and a host of other relatives and friends.

J.M. Wilkerson Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 10, 2022 at First Baptist Church, 236 Funeral EstablishHarrison Street, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, Pastor, eulogist. ment, Inc., 102 J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson 8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

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Margo B. Jefferson

October 23, 1955 - August 31, 2022 Mrs. Margo B. Jefferson departed this life on August 31, 2022 at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg.

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Carl R. “Buck” Parham

September 26, 1960 - September 2, 2022 Mr. Carl Rodney Parham, affectionalty known as “Buck”, was born September 26, 1960 to the late Shirley L. Parham in Prince George County, VA. He graduated from Prince George High School, Prince George, VA with the Class of 1979.

Carl was baptized at an early age at Providence Baptist Church, Prince George County, VA. Carl was a quiet and free-spirited man. Before his health declined, he would be seen in the barber shop or Boulevard Cab on South Avenue. Carl’s hobbies were reading, listening to old music and spending time with family during the holidays and family gatherings.

Carl was preceded in death by his grandparents, Colonel and Nannie Parham of Prince George County, VA; five uncles and one devoted aunt who cared for him as her son, Delorise Macklin of Petersburg, VA. Carl leaves to cherish his memories: a very devoted cousin who was more like his sister, Theresa Coles (Milton Sr.) of Petersburg, VA; three cousins who were more like his brothers, James Parham (Valerie) of Richmond, VA, Paul Macklin (Cassandra) of Fayetteville, NC and Joseph Macklin, Sr. (Sylvia) of Petersburg, VA; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Acknowledgements of love are extended to the Hobbs family, Jackie “Fee” Diggs, his cousin Marilyn Stafford and family of Madisonville, KY and the South Avenue Community. Sincere special thanks and gratefillness are extended to the Direcr Care Staff at Envoy of Westover Hills Rehabilitation Center of Richmond, VA. May God bless you all.

Memorial services will be held 2:00 P.M., Sunday, September 11, 2022 in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Lamont A. Hobbs, eulogist.

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James J. Johnson

November 11, 1928 - September 1, 2022 Mr. James J. Johnson, 93, of 4207 Esposito Place, Prince George, VA, entered into eternal rest peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday September 1, 2022 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine Johnson; sister, Margaret Brown (Ramie); and a son, James Milton Johnson.

He attended the Hopewell Public Schools and he served in the United States Navy on the U.S.S. Randolph for years until his health failed and he was awarded a medical discharge. James was employed and retired as Supervisor from Smurfit-Stone Container.

He dedicated his life to Christ and joined Praise Center Mission Church, Prince George, VA under Bishop Haywood James and moved his membership to Antioch Christian Center, Richmond, VA, under Bishop Jerry Kelly, where he served as a trustee. James later became a member of the New Beginnings Fellowship of God Church, Hopewell, VA, under his son, Pastor Marvin Johnson, where he served until his health would no longer allow him to attend.

James leaves to cherish his memory: sons, Paul Herman (Rebecca), Minister Reginald Herman (Cynthia), James Herman, (Ruth), and Pastor Marvin Johnson (Angela); daughters, Dr. Brenda Kelly (Jerry), Benita Townsend (Tony), Yolanda Jones (Eddie) and Joann Seals (Eric). James was a very loving and caring to his twenty-one grandchildren; forty-three great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; nieces, Vanessa Weaver (Tony), Karen Sinclair (Fredrick) and Rhonda Whiting; nephews, Randy Whiting (Bea), Russell Whiting (Alonda) and Kenny Thomas (devoted). James also leaves to cherish his memory to several devoted bonus daughters in the Lord who he was proud to say that he had to name a few, Vedia Blanks, Carolyn Brown, Geri Rainey, Clementine Williams and Gertrude Taylor; and special friends, Harry Pierce, Herbert Blanding, Betty Wilkins, Ernestine Brunette, Deacon Rickey and Ann Hall; and a host great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

James was affectionately called, “Daddy, Pops, G-Pops, Granddaddy, Papa Jim, Double J and Big Daddy”. He was such a family oriented man and loved them with all of his heart. He was happy to express his love for Christ and would let all that he talked to know it. He loved the song, “YOU FIGHT ON-GOD IS YOUR HELP”! He had a passion for talking to people and he reached out to so many beyond family. Its was with great joy as he told of the goodness of Jesus and how he kept him. James made sure that he stayed in contact with family and friends on a weekly basis.

He was honored and receive a Veteran’s salute on Thursday, September 1, 2022. It was after that, he gave his final salute to the Veterans and his family.

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 4405 Prince George Drive, Prince George, VA, Pastor Marvin Johnson, eulogist and Pastor Rudolph Jones, Sr., officiating. The interment to follow at Merchants Hope Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Friday, September 9, 2022 at the funeral establishment.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

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James A. Kelley Sr.

Charles L. “Boobie” Diggs

Mr. James A. Kelley, Sr., 82, of 726 St. John Street, Petersburg, VA went to sleep in the Lord on Tuesday, August 30, 2022.

James is survived by his daughter, Judy Crews (Joseph) of Petersburg, VA; sons, James Kelley, Jr. (Janice) of Hopewell, VA and Winfred Kelley of Woodbridge, VA; four grandchildren, Quinton Kelley and Joseph Crews both of Petersburg, VA, Darius Kelley of Hopewell, VA and TyJuan Kelley (sleep in the Lord); six great grandchildren; two brothers, Daniel Kelley and Paul Willis both of Petersburg, VA; two sisters, Angie Mason and Dorothy Grant both of Petersburg, VA; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Edward L. Fox III, eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

I can imagine our loved one saying on Saturday evening, “Precious Lord, take my hand… I am tired, I am weak, I am worn…”

Mr. Charles L. Diggs, affectionately known as “Boobie”, of 35 W. Fillmore Street, departed this life Saturday, August 27, 2022 at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, VA. Mr. Diggs was the son of Annie Mae Smith and the late Nathaniel Smith of Petersburg, VA. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted companion, Linda D. Anderson of Petersburg, VA; grandmother, Nannie Diggs of Prince George, VA; aunts, Blanche Robinson, Queen Benyard and Rose Turnquist; and uncles, Charles, George, and John Diggs, all of Prince George, VA. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Annie Mae Smith; two sisters, Rose Humphrey of Petersburg, VA and Diane Gibson (Donald) of Prince George, VA; two brothers, Nathaniel Smith, Jr. (Michelle) of Prince George, VA and Daniel Smith (Latosha) of Lowell, MA; daughters, Katrina Walker, Michelle Anderson, Melody Anderson and Tonya Chambliss all of Petersburg, VA and Tracey Anderson of Colonial Heights, VA; sons, Charles Anderson (Melanie) of Lowell, MA, Steven Anderson (Jodi) of Colonial Heights, VA, Rashad Diggs of Lawrence, MA and Rodriguez Gregory (Victoria) of Hopewell, VA; grandchildren, Marquesha Walker, Demonte Gregory, Darrion Gregory, Rashad Diggs, Jr., Alyssa Diggs, Roman Diggs, Emmy Diggs, Patrick Gregory and Rykera Gregory; and a host of bonus grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and lifelong friends.

Mr. Diggs was a die-hard New England Patriots fan. He was also a great cook and loved spending time with his family and friends.

Our family would like to thank his extended family at Serenity Manor at Liberty for not only being the best neighbors, but for being faithful supporters to our brother. Also special thanks to his devoted friend and cousin, Victor Diggs, Reverend Allison Bland Tucker (a true faith leader), Housing Manager Towanda, Cornell (Rabbit), David Batts, Judy Brent and Cecilia Corner.

“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalms 23:1-4 (NIV) Inurnment services will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, September 12, 2022 at Southlawn Memorial Park, 1911 Birdsong Road, South Prince George, VA, Rev. Allison Bland-Tucker, eulogist.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook page.

June 12, 1940 - August 30, 2022

October 18, 1953 - August 28, 2022

Mr. Antonio Jamar Banks

June 30, 1990 - August 29, 2022 Mr. Antonio Jamar Banks, 32, entered into eternal rest suddenly, August 29th, at the Columbia John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell.

He was born June 30, 1990 to Angela Spain and James Banks. Antonio attended the Hopewell public School System and graduated in 2009. He was employed at Royal Farms,Colonial Heights, VA. He was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy A. Caldwell, Jr.; and his grandmother, Bammar Brown.

Antonio leaves to cherish in his memories his devoted mother, Angela Spain; his father, James Banks; one sister, LaKeisha Banks; grandmother, Gloria Prather; grandfather, Richard Brown (Audrey); two uncles, David Brown, and Kenard Brown; four aunts, Rhonda Brown, Anita Branch, Geraldine Martin, and Debi Wallace; a host of nephews, devoted cousins, to include Jalonta Branch-Brown, and Cordell Brown; a devoted friend, Tamara Claiborne, and many

other relatives and friends.

The Celebration of Life will be held 1:00p.m. Wednesday, September 7th, at the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison St., with the Rev. Calvin Lewis, Pastor of Harrison Grove Baptist Church, Prince George.

A public viewing will be held Tuesday, September 6th, from 12noon to 8p.m., at the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes.

The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the caring staff of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg. 804.732.7841. www. blandfuneralhomes.com

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Wanda D. Robinson

Robert S. Morris

On Tuesday, August 30, 2022, God, in His infinite wisdom, called the one and only cooking queen, Wanda Denise Robinson. She was born on September 10, 1961 to Donald Sr. and Shirley Cooper in Richmond, VA. She attended Thomas Jefferson High School and graduated with the class of 1981. After high school, she went on to start her family and through the years, she was blessed with five handsome boys.

She worked full-time and devoted all her love to her boys and became a master chef in her home. Everyone knows that when it came to a good meal, Ms. Wanda was the one to call. Cooking was something that came to her with ease and people would call her for orders of the dishes she blessed us with that will never be duplicated.

To know Wanda, you knew for a fact there was nothing in this world that you couldn’t tell her about the Steelers. She was a lifelong, diehard fan and she wore her black and yellow with pride on and off season and would dare you to speak on her team! She dedicated 10 years to Transportation Security Administration where she worked hard but also found love. On May 11, 2004, she married the love of her life, William Robinson, and they were a true match made in heaven. Wanda lived her life in truth and she never cut corners when it came to speaking her mind. She was a true force to be reckoned with and she loved her family through and through. She will forever be the anchor in the hearts of her husband, sons, family, and everyone that was blessed enough to experience her in this lifetime.

She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Cooper, Sr. and her favorite nephew, Trae D. Cooper.

She is survived by her loving husband, William Robinson; five sons, Philip Dawkins, Christopher Dawkins, Arron Dawkins (Crystal), Erwin Dawkins Jr. and Mark Dawkins; grandmother, Shirley Cooper; brothers, Donald Cooper, Jr. (Suzanne), Jeffery Cooper and Craig Cooper (Melissa); a sister, Denine Cooper; and an abundance of cousins, family, friends, and associates.

Services will be held 3:00 P.M., Saturday, September 10, 2022 in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends from 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M., Friday, September 9, 2022 at the funeral establishment.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

Robert Steven Morris went home to the Lord on August 30, 2022.

He was a graduate of Prince George High School. He was a very hard worker, employed

by Amcor Specialty Cartons for over 20 years.

He enjoyed fishing, watching wrestling and spending time with his friends and loved ones.

Robert was predeceased by his mother, Shirley Ann Morris and his father, Steven Lee Morris.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Anne Morris; a brother, James Morris; and his children Ciara Morris and Ryan Morris. Also left are his aunts, Florence Withrow (James) and Shelia Claytor (Ralph); and many cousins and friends. Lastly there is Bocephus, his dog and sidekick.

A graveside service will be 1:00 P.M., Thursday, September 8, 2022 at Merchants Hope Memorial Gardens, 11302 Merchants Hope Road, North Prince George, VA, Mr. Rodney Jenkins, eulogist.

Family and friends visistation will be from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at the funeral establishment.

Donations may be made in memory of Robert S. Morris to The American Cancer Society and Fetch-A-Cure (a charity dedicated to providing assistance to families of dogs and cats in need of cancer treatment and other illnesses).

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

September 10, 1961 - August 30, 2022

February 23, 1975 - August 30, 2022

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Tyrone D. “Big Ty” Myrick June 18, 1953 - August 28, 2022

The final chapter in God’s Book of Life for our dearly beloved, Tyrone Delano Myrick, better known as “Big Ty”, had a peaceful ending on August 28, 2022. Tyrone Myrick was born on June 18, 1953 in Petersburg, Virginia to the late George and Frances Myrick. In addition to his loving parents, Tyrone was also greeted at Heaven’s Gates by his sons, Antonio Edwards and Gregory Hill and two uncles, Clifton and Willard Poarch.

Tyrone confessed Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. In later years, he was baptized at Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Petersburg. He was educated in the Petersburg City Public School System and he also attended Southampton Vocational School where he received a professional certificate in masonry and carpentry. He had a passion for his work in these occupations. He also loved collecting antique furniture, coins, and frequenting yard sales.

Big Ty had a heart for children throughout his life. He cherished spending time with his own children, grandchildren as well as his family. Many knew him for his quick wit, often telling jokes and stories of the good old times, his love for old time music, and sharing his wisdom, life lessons from good and bad times in life. He was well-known, revered, and loved throughout the local community of Petersburg, both as a local businessman and a big character as a family man and friend. As life dealt a challenging hand in his later days, Big Ty demonstrated a humble heart and kindhearted spirit while reflecting on strengthening many familial relationships.

Tyrone will be lovingly remembered by his children: two daughters, Shimeka Spurlock (devoted) of Richmond, VA and Juton Lipscomb of Petersburg, VA; five loving sons, Keith Ruffin of Petersburg, VA, Tyrone Delano Boone (Nana Adwoa Boone) of Marietta, GA, Tyrone Delano Parham of Dinwiddie, VA, Javante “Billy Bob” Jones of Hopewell, VA and Paris Hill of Petersburg, VA. Tyrone also leaves behind five siblings, one brother, Seth Myrick of Petersburg, VA and four sisters, Gloria Wharton of Petersburg, VA, Jacqueline M. Harper (Charles) of Chesterfield, VA, Sherry Dabney of Petersburg, VA, and Glenda Myrick-Jones of Petersburg, VA; his long-time devoted friend, Carolyn Jones of Hopewell, VA. Tyrone was loved dearly by a host of grandchildren, Kayla Spurlock, Treylyn “Peter” Spurlock, Dream Forbes, Douglas “Nokie” Mills, Jr., Nylah Boone, Jayden Boone, and Jacob Boone, Keisha Ruffin, Kona Ruffin, Rashawn Ruffin, and AJ Ruffin, JyVyn Jones, Javante Jones, Jr., and Aniya Jones, Ji’Asia Lipscomb, Tavion Hill and Londyn Hill, Gregory Hill, Jr. and Kordai Hill; other loving family members include: his uncle, Franklin Porch (Dorothy); aunts, Ellen Robinson, Blanche Poarch-Smith, Katherine Massenburg, Daisy Poarch, Ann Poarch, Ethel Poach, and Anne Poarch; six nieces, Tasha Shaw, Amber Wilson, Keyana Myrick, Roniqua James, Jennifer Thomas, and Ashari Shaw; nephews, Ronnie Shaw, Jamar Shaw, Cajuan Myrick, Rushawn Wharton and Jabir Shaw; great nieces, Shatalya Shaw and Shalaven Shaw; great nephews, Brandon Ridley, Joshua Colbert, Mark Williams and Alex Wilson-Patterson; four great-great nieces, Unique McLaughlin, Kermaiah Shaw, Xohdia Shaw and Kali’Rose Harris; one great-great nephew; and a host of cousins, other relatives and great friends.

Big Ty left his mark on this world and our lives have been forever enriched as a result of loving and knowing him. May he rest in eternal peace.

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 8, 2022 in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Bishop Jeffrey L. Reaves, Sr., eulogist.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www. jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

Mrs. Zaida Martinez

June 1, 1950 - August 31, 2022 Zaida Martinez , age 72 born June 1, 1950 in Puerto Rico and died peacefully surrounded by family on August 31, 2022 in Newport News, Virginia.

She was born to Juana Cora Vazquez (mother) and Jesus Ayala Casado (father) Brother Jesus Cancel and Sister Edith Cancel Married to the late Marcelino Martinez Mendizabal on September 12, 1968, and shared 39 years of marriage. She was a military wife with many talents. In her early adulthood, Zaida served as the first woman operator for Puerto Rico’s telephone services. She also took other roles as a beautician and as an artist with an interest of ceramic art and doing mechanical work on her cars. She loved to watch television with favoring old movies and novellas.

Children: Hector Martinez (Son) & Shawnte Gwathney, wife; Marcelino (Gordo) Martinez (Son) & Kelly Martinez, wife; Katherine Panetta (Daughter); Samantha T. Santana (God Daughter).

Grandchildren: Dashawn Bassett, Ursell Martinez, Jose Martinez, Mateo Torres, Yvette Martinez, Marcelino Martinez III, Dominique Panetta, Dashon Hunt, Malik Hunt, Sacarey Jones, & Zaria Jones Great Grandchildren: Kyng, Amila, Jo’El Predeceased by Husband, Marcelino Martinez , brother, Jose Cancel, and Grandson, Hector Martinez Jr. Host of loving nieces, nephews, and extending family members and friends.

She will greatly be missed by her family and friends. Services will be held on Friday September 9, 2022 in Florida where she also will be laid to rest with her late husband at the Florida National Cemetery.

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Mrs. Audrey N. Bynum

February 8, 1932 - August 28, 2022 Mrs. Audrey Naomi Hailes Bynum, our beloved matriarch, received her heavenly wings and peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 28, 2022. She was at her home surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on February 8, 1932, in Petersburg, VA, Audrey was the daughter of the late Walter and Maggie Pierce Hailes. She was affectionately known as “Pee Wee” by family and friends.

Audrey devoted her life to Christ at an early age and was baptized at Tabernacle Baptist Church. A 1950 graduate of the historic Peabody High School, Audrey was a majorette in the marching band and was very active in her community’s youth after-school programs. Audrey, a proponent of higher education, attended HBCUs Hampton Institute (currently Hampton University) in Hampton, VA, and Elizabeth City State Teachers College (now Elizabeth City State University) in Elizabeth City, NC. At Elizabeth City State Teachers College, Audrey met the love of her life, John W. Bynum. This football star and majorette would soon marry and begin a wonderful life together in the Douglass Park community of Portsmouth, VA. Audrey was SAHM to 8 children before beginning a career with the Portsmouth Public School System. While a SAHM, Audrey was an active member of the PTA. She was a classroom volunteer and served as a parent chaperone during many orchestra and choir concerts, and trips. Audrey was a supportive parent volunteer at little league baseball games and other youth sporting events. She also found time to tutor many of the neighborhood children. Audrey retired from Portsmouth Public Schools after 18 years as an educator at Douglass Park and Westhaven Elementary Schools. After retirement, Audrey continued her community involvement. Alongside her husband, she was a member of the Portsmouth Optimist Club and a Meals on Wheels volunteer. In 2002, Audrey and John rededicated their lives to God and became Trinity Faith Diamond Church members.

Audrey cherished the memories of those who preceded her in death. They include her husband of 57 years, John Wiggins Bynum, Sr.; one son, John Wiggins Bynum, Jr.; ten siblings, Ethel Hailes, Walter Hailes, Jr., Beatrice Hailes Williams, Benjamin Hailes, Sr., Olivia Hailes Bland, Herbert Hailes, Sr., Rev. Dr. Edward A. Hailes, Sr., Rev. Raymond A. Hailes, Sr., Robert Hailes, Ernestine Hailes; and nephews, Walter F. Hailes III, Benjamin Hailes, Jr., Henry “Bird” Williams, Herbert Hailes, Jr., Rev. Dr. William Nelson Bland II, Ricardo Hailes and Gregory Hailes.

Audrey is survived by seven children, Sharon Bynum Sanders (Bernard) of Richmond, VA, Patricia Bynum Fuller (David) of Simpsonville, SC, Victor D. Bynum (Barbara) of Chesapeake, VA, Karen B. Fields (Theodore) of Portsmouth, VA, Major Keith A. Bynum USA, Ret. (Suprena) of Fayetteville, GA, Sylvia B. Wright (Keith) of Tampa, FL, and Brian O. Bynum of Portsmouth, VA; two sisters-in-law, Nettie Hailes of Washington, DC, and Phyllis Hailes of Perth Amboy, NJ; two special nieces, Dr. Barbara Harris and Regina Melton; a beloved caregiver and friend, Dorothelia Williams; 48 total Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, and Great Great-Grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces and cousins.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11am, Friday, September 9, 2022 at Trinity Faith Diamond Church, 1023 Deep Creek Boulevard, Chesapeake, Virginia 23323. Visitation will be held from 2-6pm, Thursday, September 8, 2022, at Metropolitan Funeral Home, 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard, Portsmouth, Virginia.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the caring professionals of Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison Street, Petersburg,VA (804) 732-7841. www.blandfuneralhomes.com

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