The Heritage Cente is partnering with Merchants Hope Church to hold breakfast with Santa at Merchants Hope Church on Saturday, December 3rd. The vintage toy museum is up and ready for all to enjoy with many old world European ornaments. That includes much of Prince George County’s history with Czech-Slovak ornaments.
The center is co-hosting the annual tree lighting ceremony with Prince George Parks and Recreation on Wednesday, November 30th. The museum will be open on December 3rd during the county’s annual Christmas parade organized by the Parks and Recreation Department.
PRINCE GEORGE BY ADRIENNE WALLACE FOR LNNUSA.comPRINCE GEORGE– Crews are working on Phase 1 of the Volunteer Fire and Emergency Crew museum at the truck bay which is currently under construc tion but that will eventually house the Fire Department’s antique Seagrave fire engine. Heritage Center Executive Director Carol Bowman explains that’s the first step as the goal is to move forward with phase one of the museum- restoration of
the bay area. Funding from county tourism to the tune of $100,000 helped kick off that effort.
But more money, she advis es, will be needed to contin ue to move forward.
The Museum of the Volun teer Fire Department and Emergency Crew has been on the books and in plan ning stages in Prince George for years.
The Heritage Center’s newest museum building, the Historic Old Jail, which later served as the county’s food bank, is being readied
to house a tribute to the vol unteer fire and emergency crews that have served the county for many years and continue to do so today. The process of planning and ar chitectural design has been underway since 2015, but now, the building is finally seeing some construction.
The goal, Bowman reported at a Board of Supervisors meeting in July, was to get the space ready, especially the bay area that will house the county’s first ever fire engine, a Seagrave bought
from another locality, in time for the Czech-Slovak festival this past October. But that didn’t happen. Despite that initial report that the construction would move forward quickly, Phase 1 remains incomplete now. “We are trying,” she says, reporting that two staffers have been hired on a parttime basis to help get the ball rolling on donations, as well as creating innovative ways to attract residents of the Prince George commu nity, surrounding communi ties, and other far-reaching areas.
Paul Naccaratio and Carlos Littles, both Prince George natives, are taking their roles with their Historical Society and center seriously, bringing a lot to the table, Bowman says. Naccaratio brings in a military background that comes with organization and manage
ment skills, while Littles is well known from his post as a coach with Prince George High School sports. Bowman said when students recently came through during a highly successful gifted program event, they recognized the staffer which helped spark their enthusi asm.
Bowman believes the museum will not only be ed ucational but fun, attracting families from across the area both locally and from other states.
“This is a great use of tour ism funds, ‘’ Bowman said. “It will draw people from all over and certainly attract local people, and be a fun place for children to learn and enjoy.”
The plan is for children to be greeted by Sparky the fire dog who takes them into the museum where they can tour the old fire engine, and get lessons about fire safety
and first aid. Though there is not an old ambulance from the county’s history, Bowman says the Heritage Center is planning to create an ambulance replica that children can tour.
The Seagrave has a his torical significance as the very first fire truck used by the Prince George County Volunteer Fire Department; it was acquired from Fed eral Government surplus in 1953, originally serving at a U.S. Navy base. After it’s retirement from use in the county, the 1943 Seagrave, carrying a pump rated at 1,000 gallons per minute, was parked outside behind one of the VFD’s member’s homes for many years, severely deteriorating in the
elements. It was eventually sold to a member of the Old Dominion Historical Fire Society, who began its restoration, Bowman noted.
After a few years, the owner came to realize the restoration was beyond his ability and placed the rig up for sale. The volunteers at Prince George decided that they wanted it back as a his torical piece and re-acquired it. Due to the condition of the rig at that time, pro fessional help was needed. Many fundraisers ensued, and the engine was sent to a restoration shop in North Carolina, returning home in like-new condition and now a permanent artifact of the county’s history.
PETERSBURG– Securing a championship at any level is a challenging feat. To do so in a twenty-eight team semi-pro basketball league is doubly so. But after seven long years, the Petersburg Cavaliers climbed to the top of the East Coast Basketball League in 2022, winning the ECBL championship.
On Thursday, November
10th, the Cavs gathered at the Croaker Spot Restaurant in Old Towne Petersburg to receive what every player seeks– a champion ship ring. The special event honored the coaches, staff, and players
of the 2022 champions with
they received their awards, acknowledging both their part in the road to the championship and his per sonal appreciation for their dedication to the Cavaliers.
the rings, com menting on each player, coach, and staff member as
The 2023 season kicks off soon, and early reports indicate that the core of the 2022 championship team will be returning for the 2023 season, setting up a highly anticipated defense of the title.
PRINCE GEORGE
BY CHAI GALLAHUN LNNUSA.com
PRINCE GEORGE— The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has con firmed the presence of Red Imported Fire Ants (RIFA) on a northwest county farm in Prince George, according to the county.
“RIFA mounds have been found across Prince George County. RIFA colonies have been observed near Carson, Templeton, Prince George, and Richard Bland College,” reads the statement from county officials alerting the public to the discovery. They also stated that they expect that RIFA will be found across the county.
If residents discover RIFA on their property, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will work with homeowners and businesses to treat RIFA mounds. Residents in quar antined counties are respon sible for RIFA treatments on
their property, and quaran tined areas have require ments for inspecting certain items before they are moved to non-quarantine areas. The county suggests three guidelines should anyone discover RIFA on their prop erty: 1) do not disturb the mound; 2) call the VDACS at 804-786-3515; and, 3) do not attempt home remedies to control RIFA colonies. While pouring gasoline into a colony mound or using fire or explosive cordite might be enticing, those courses of action may not prove safe and/or effective. RIFA workers will defend their col
ony by swarming whatever disturbed the mound, which could result in numerous painful stings from ants. The stings induce a brief, intense burning sensation and may form pustules, according to the county.
While the stings are not deadly, people who are sen sitive to bee or other insect stings should be especially careful because stings could produce severe reactions. The county encourages keep ing children and pets away from suspected mounds until the proper steps for treat ment are taken.
Should anyone suspect a
colony (or colonies) on their property, after calling VDCA, they should expect a pest management representative to reply. Further, RIFA colo nies can be reported to Scott Reiter, the Virginia Coopera tive Extension Prince George representative, at 804-7332686.
The county stated, “Home remedies and improper treat ment can actually make the problem worse by causing the colony to disperse and create several new colonies,” adding that mound treat ment with approved insecti cide baits is the most effec tive way to control RIFA.
PETERSBURG— The Historic Poplar Lawn As sociation will host its first annual “Light Up Poplar Lawn” event at the Historic Poplar Lawn Park, located at 351 S. Sycamore Street, on December 3, 2022, from 3pm to 9pm.
Petersburg’s Christmas Parade, beginning in Old Towne, will pass Poplar Lawn Park, adding to the ex citement of this event. The judge’s stand for the annual holiday parade will be in front of the fountain at the park’s main entrance, and Petersburg Parks and Recre ation will provide bleacher stands alongside Sycamore Street for attendees who want to watch the parade as it passes by the park.
“Light Up Poplar Lawn” is a free family event and will include a tree lighting in the park, live music, face painting, visits with Santa, local food trucks, a gingerbread house with crafts, caroling, hot chocolate, and a side walk tour of our decorated
historic homes. Vote for your favorite home in the “Holiday Decorating Con test”.
The Historic Poplar Lawn Association hosts “Light Up Poplar Lawn” in conjunction with Petersburg Parks and Recreation.
For more information on the event and the Historic Poplar Lawn Association, visit https://www.poplarlawn.org/events/christmas and www.poplarlawn.org.
The Disciplinary Committee of the Board of the Petersburg City Public Schools will hold a rescheduled meeting on Monday, November 28, 2022, at 5:30 p.m., to convene a closed session to discuss student disciplinary matters pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(2) of the Code of Virginia.
PRINCE GEORGE- Prince George County welcomes many new visitors from all over the world each day. In order to ensure the county is represented as a clean, attractive place to live and provide a warm welcome to visitors, the Prince George County Adopt-A-Sign Pro gram was created.
The program allows for-profit and nonprofit en tities the ability to “adopt” one of the eleven Prince George County Welcome and Industrial Signs scat tered across the County. The adoption funds will be allocated towards annual maintenance and beautifi cation, including landscap ing, cleaning, and painting, thus saving taxpayer dol lars. A sponsor will have the option to purchase a
sponsorship sign with its name under the county sign.
The cost to sponsor a sign is $5,000 for five years. The County will be wholly re sponsible for regular main tenance of the sign and any
loss, damage or repair to the sign, subject to normal wear and tear and weather exposure. For additional information, including a sponsorship agreement form, visit https://www. princegeorgecountyva.gov/
business/adopt-a-sign_program.php or contact Donna Traylor, Executive Assistant, Economic Development and Tourism De partment, at 804-722-8611 or econdev@princegeorge countva.gov.
TRI-CITIES- The region is gearing up for gift shopping, decking the halls, and preparing for a visit or two from the jolly man in red himself. It’s Christmas season in the Tri-Cities, and the LNN staff has put together a list of the area’s holiday happenings. Make a list- and check it twice!- of all your favorite events and traditions, and mark your calendars now.
Wednesday, November 30th - 7pm
Prince George Regional Heritage Center
Final list of participating houses available on December 2nd
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 3rd - 9:30am
Merchant’s Hope Church (Prince George)
Saturday, December 3rd - 3pm Courthouse Complex
Sunday, December 4th - 4pm Downtown Hopewell
Tuesday, December 6th - 7pm
The Boulevard between Temple Ave and the courthouse
Wednesday, December 7th - 7pm Countywide
Saturday, December 17th - 12pm Central Wellness Center
PRINCE GEORGE– Prince George has outlined numer ous projects through its cap ital improvements plan, and county administration with the support from elected officials is not wasting time to get the job done.
In years past, Capital Improvements Projects (CIPs) might have made the list, but remained just on the piece of paper without action due to funding, pri ority schedules, and public support.
But the most recent list un der the leadership of County Administrator Jeff Stoke has listed start dates and pro jected completion dates as Prince George moves for ward into its future. Nine projects are on that list under the new plan. They include:
• Temple Avenue Tank & Booster Station - anticipated completion by April 2025
• Middle Road Tank & Booster Station - anticipated completion by May 2025
• 24” Water Line under Appomattox River- antic ipated completion by Nov 2023
• South Point Business Park Force Main Relocation - anticipated to be complet ed and in service by October 2023
• Blackwater Swamp Re gional Pump Station - antic ipated to be completed and in service by October 2026
• Appomattox River Water Intake Permit - The draft permit has been adver tised for public comment. The comment period ends November 15, 2022. Public hearing could be required if significant comments are received.
• Food Lion Booster Sta tion Improvements - Proj ect is nearly complete. The back-up power generator is anticipated to be delivered and installed in November 2022. Anticipated comple tion in February 2023.
• Route 156 Water Line Extension - Project is about complete with the water line in service and only minor seeding and stabilization still required.
• Route 10 Water Line Extension to Jordan on the James and Beechwood Manor neighborhoods - The county has advertised for bids and anticipates award ing the construction contract in January 2023.
After the Prince George County Board of Supervisors received a report from Frank Haltom, P.E., Director of Engineering and Utilities on the increased activity for multiple water and sewer projects ongoing throughout the community, several proj ects are in the design phase and some will be placed out for bid next month.
“Prince George County res idents will see environmen tal benefits as a result of the planned utilities upgrades. Removing wells will lower competition for water, there by helping the aquifer and existing wells in the vicinity recover,” County Adminis trator Jeff Stoke explained. “Ground water in our area is traditionally high in iron, often giving off a brownish hue. Moving citizens away from a reliance on these well-based systems will allow the county to provide them clean, treated water.”
With the South Point Business Park Force Main Relocation project, county leaders hope to develop the infrastructure necessary for future development. Though the park has lost a couple of key businesses with ACE headquarters moving and Rolls Royce manufacturing
closing its doors, creating new opportunities is essential to growth and the tax base.
“Water and sewer are es sential for development and are crucial for attracting ad vanced manufacturing facili ties and businesses to Prince George County. Increased business development will help build a larger tax base that, in turn, can create capital investment, jobs, and fund essential services like Fire & EMS,” Stoke noted. “The force main relocation project will address current wastewater capacity issues as well as add new capaci ty to the business park to allow growth to continue.”
The waterline extension to Route 10 will connect at Beechwood Manor and Jor dan on the James. According to county officials, Prince George received a grant for the project “because it checks the box of eliminat ing the wells, which protects the aquifer, and connects to a surface water source.” But officials see other future im pacts beyond protecting the county’s water, projecting, “After construction, it will likely spur development.”
An illustration of the sturgeon.
STAFF REPORT LNNUSA.com
TRI-CITIES- A conservation effort to bring back a healthy population of At lantic sturgeon to the James and Appomattox Rivers has been underway for a number of years, and now Culture Works is initiating a public art project to help with that effort. CultureWorks’ goal for this project is to create public art for the enjoyment and pride of the local community as well as to raise
awareness of local non-profit FOLAR, or Friends of the Lower Appomattox River’s mission, “to conserve and protect the Appomattox River for all to enjoy.”
The sturgeon project is based on similar successful public art projects, such as Chicago’s cows, Rich mond’s fish, and Norfolk’s mermaids. Each sculpture will be accompanied by an interpretive sign with infor mation about the sturgeon, the Appomattox River Trail, FOLAR, and the artist. The
locations of the installations have already been chosen along prominent, high-traffic areas on the Appomattox River Trail at the Hopewell Riverwalk, Roslyn Landing in Colonial Heights, and the University Boulevard Trailhead in Petersburg. Installation of this project is expected in Spring 2023 with a public unveiling.
Three artists have been chosen by a panel to create Atlantic sturgeon sculptures, including Keith Ramsey of Richmond, Nancy Sunder-
son of Petersburg, and Kirk Thore of Hopewell. Kirk Thore’s piece, which has already been funded by the Hopewell Downtown Partnership, will be installed at the Hopewell Riverwalk. CultureWorks is seeking funding for the remaining two installations; anyone interested in sponsoring this effort may contact Culture Works Tri-Cities Program Manager Daniel Jones by phone at 804-536-3025 or email at daniel@richmond cultureworks.org.
PETERSBURG- On Monday, November 21st, 900 turkeys were distributed to residents of Petersburg courtesy of city council’s chosen casino de veloper, the Cordish Compa nies. Senator Joe Morrissey, Mayor Sam Parham, Council or Howard Myers, and Coun cilor Darrin Hill were all present for the event, which took place at the Petersburg Public Library.
Senator Morrissey deemed the event a success, saying, “I cannot thank Cordish enough for donating 900 tur keys to those most in need in Petersburg. Thanks to their efforts, 900 Petersburg fam ilies will have food on their tables this Thanksgiving.”
Earlier this fall, a represen
tative of the Cordish Com panies gave a presentation to city council members out lining various aspects of the casino developer, including the philanthropic efforts of the company and its staff. A
Thanksgiving turkey give away is a Cordish hallmark in each of the cities where it operates a casino development.
Senator Morrissey con cluded, “This is what the
holiday season is all about: giving back to those most in need. Given the rising costs of groceries, I’m proud to have helped 900 families this Thanksgiving.”
With stay-at-home holidays a thing of the past for many families, they’re now busy preparing for full-blown celebrations. The return of traditional festivities brings seemingly never-ending todo lists and pressure to be the perfect host.
From mastering a mouth watering menu and donning your home with decadent decor to ensuring guests enjoy the evening to the fullest, hosting duties bring plenty of responsibilities. This year, though, you can avoid those anxious feelings with some preparation ahead of the big day.
To help pull off a sensational seasonal soiree, consider these tips from the enter taining experts at Sun-Maid to make the holidays bright er and more manageable so you can navigate the stresses of hosting.
Especially with stay-athome holidays in recent years, some friends and family members may have developed their own special traditions from new recipes and foods to seasonal games and activities. Inviting your guests to bring or share something that represents their favorite part of the hol idays can help everyone feel welcome.
Remember to make time for yourself so you can enjoy the fruits of your labor right alongside guests. The busy ness of this time of year can add stress but reflecting on the true meaning of the season and reveling in your favorite parts of the holidays can help you avoid feeling overwhelmed.
While pairing this year’s turkey or ham with the clas sics provides comfort and calls to mind holiday mem ories of the past, cooking with new ingredients and adding fresh recipes to the menu can put a fun spin on the season and maybe even create your own traditions to carry forward.
For example, baking with an option like Sun-Maid
Raisins provides a whole fruit option with zero grams of added sugars per 1/4-cup serving. They’re an easy, better-for-you substitution to reduce overall sugar in take without compromising flavor or texture when compared with dried cranberries, which contain 27 grams of added sugars per 1/4-cup serving. The natural sug ars of raisins make them a versatile, useful addition to a wide variety of holiday-wor thy dishes.
One of this year’s most popular trends in the kitchen is food boards, a fun and easy way to elevate flavor while incorporating favorites like cured meats, cold cuts, cheese slices and cubes, dips, nuts and more. Plus, you can keep your board balanced with nutritious
items like vegetables and fruit, such as raisins, which provide sweet flavor without the added sugars.
Gathering for the holidays is about coming together with loved ones, family, friends and neighbors – and pulling it off means cater ing to everyone’s needs and wants. It’s a time for compromises and truces. To help add a little extra spark this year, try incorporating a theme to the party or co ordinate fun activities and games that can be enjoyed by all. For example, hol iday-themed charades, a seasonal “name that tune” game and gift exchanges all give guests ways to get in on the excitement.
To find more holiday en tertaining inspiration and recipe ideas, visit SunMaid. com/PullOffTheHolidays .
The holiday season means fun and festivities for all, but getting wrapped up in all the excitement and celebrations can lead to forgetting about safety and precautions, espe cially for pets.
Consider these seven tips to help you spot potential hazards around the holidays and keep your pets healthy and happy.
Food for Thought: Sweet treats and savory bites are treasured holiday pastimes for humans, but that can also mean things like choc olates, nuts, and animal bones should be supervised carefully so your pets don’t ingest something toxic or harmful. Other human foods to put on the do-not-share list include garlic, onions and grapes. It’s also wise to keep your trash in a tightly sealed container or hidden somewhere your pet can’t access.
On: The holiday season brings people together for milestones and celebra tions, but all the hoopla can be stressful for pets. From the loud music and new visitors to kids running around or fireworks going off, some pets can become overwhelmed. To help keep your pets comfortable and calm, try turning on a TV or some soothing music in a quiet room away from the noises or let them curl up
on their favorite bed with a toy or treat to distract them. You can also try introducing a calming supplement like Zesty Paws Calming Bites for Dogs that may help with normal stress, nervousness and hyperactivity during stressful situations.
Watch Out for Tree Trimmings and Poisonous Plants: While poinsettias and festive fir trees are holi day classics, they can also be extremely hazardous to pets. It’s important to be careful about what you’re bringing inside your home. Many hol iday plants like holly, lilies, amaryllis and even pine nee dles from trees can be toxic if ingested. If ingestion does occur, contact a pet poison hotline or your veterinarian. If it’s after hours or in the event of an emergency, find your nearest 24-hour emer gency veterinary clinic.
Watch the Weather: Changing temperatures and harsh conditions can wreak havoc on human skin, so it’s no surprise it can also affect pets’ skin and coats. You can try reducing their bathing frequency, keeping up with brushings and providing extra hydration to keep them feeling their best. Another way to keep your pet’s skin and coat healthy is to add supplements that contain essential fatty acids. A fish oil, like Zesty Paws Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil, pro vides omega-3s for dogs to help nourish their skin and
coats.
Stick to a Routine: Pets thrive on routines for feed ing, potty breaks and ex ercise, so be conscious of how your holiday plans may shake things up. Try to stick to your regular schedule as closely as possible or consid er asking a friend or relative to help if you’ll be away during regular feeding or outdoor break times.
Time: In addition to provid ing companionship and love, spending time with pets can also reduce stress, anxiety and depression; ease loneli ness; and encourage exer cise and playfulness. Even though you may be traveling or partying with friends, be sure to spend some quality time with your fur babies this holiday season, too.
Give Them Gifts: aren’t the only ones who love to get gifts. Few things beat the look on dogs’ faces
when you pull out a new toy or treat for them to enjoy. Whether it’s a new leash, ball or cozy bed, be sure you have a little something to give your furry family mem bers this holiday season as well.
For more information and ways to keep your pets happy and healthy, visit Zesty Paws.com.
’Tis the season for holiday parties, travel, hosting and more. While it is a joyous time of year, the never-end ing to-do lists and school being out of session can make everyone feel a little over whelmed, children included. Consider these five practi cal tips from the experts at KinderCare to help families proactively manage holiday stressors.
1. Manage expectations. The commotion that often comes with the holiday season can be stressful for young children, but you can help alleviate worries by familiarizing them with what’s to come. Talk to them about upcoming travel arrangements, who they’ll see at events and what to expect throughout the season. If they are cautious in their current developmental stage, let loved ones know beforehand to give them a little extra space at festivities. Parents can also begin familiarizing little ones with relatives through photos and phone calls.
2. Empower children. It’s important for children to understand they have a choice – and family members are willing to respect that choice. Parents
should acknowledge their children’s body language and empower them to say “no” in uncomfortable situations. Parents can help by proactively asking questions such as, “Do you want a hug?” and if they say “no,” support them in their decision. This also helps establish healthy long-term social skills.
3. Maintain your schedule. Children thrive on consistency, and during the holidays it’s important to at least try maintaining as much of what they’re used to as possible, such as naps, meals and playtime. Changes in schedule can result in more tantrums, so be sure to allow space for them to safely work through
their emotions.
It’s also important to note that children feed off their parents’ energy, so make sure you’re in tune with your own emotions. When overwhelmed, openly dis cuss how you’re feeling and involve your children when taking breaks. For example, “It’s loud in here, would you like to go sit outside with me?”
4. Have fun. Make time to spread joy and integrate activities to bond as a family, such as read ing holiday-themed books, crafting, playing games, singing or baking. Whether old traditions or new, these are moments your child can cherish for years to come.
5. Keep others in mind. While it’s important to set children up for suc cess ahead of the holidays, parents should also teach children the holiday sea son can look different for others. Putting a focus on experiences rather than the gifts can help them have more to discuss with their peers when returning to school. It’s also a good time to consider donating toys to make room for new ones or volunteering at a local charity to show children joy can be experienced through more than just gifts. To find more tips to help manage holiday stress, or to access additional resources around social development, setting boundaries and rou tines, visit KinderCare.com.
RICHMOND- Late last week, Gov ernor Youngkin unveiled the new “Make Virginia Home” plan at the 2022 Virginia Governor’s Housing Conference, with a goal of making housing more affordable, attainable, and accessible across the Common wealth.
The new plan will focus on increas ing the available land for building housing, removing regulations that bar housing development, and aligning housing development with economic growth. Under those three points, actions to address the hous
ing shortage in Virginia outlined by the Youngkin administration include exploring reforms of Virginia’s land use and zoning laws, improving
and streamlining environmental permitting processes, and translating the state’s building regulations into Spanish.
Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick said of the new intitiative, “During our efforts to attract and retain businesses to Virginia, the availability of workforce housing for their future employees was consistently raised by employ ers. It’s clear there is a strong con nection between economic growth and needs for attainable housing options. This plan will align housing development with economic growth as part of our site development process, and we will engage with site selectors earlier in the recruitment process on housing to ensure work force housing needs are addressed.”
HALIFAX COUNTY- Halifax is pre paring to welcome a new school to the county- a performance driving school. The Skip Barber Racing School, the world’s largest automo tive education and entertainment company, will invest $8.9 million dollars to relocate its headquarters from Lakeville, Connecticut, to the VIRginia International Raceway in Halifax County. VIR will construct a 25,000-square-foot facility within the Motorsport Technology Park to lease to Skip Barber for the operation.
Skip Barber founded his legendary racing school in 1975. Since that first class, over 400,000 students have become racers through the program.
“Skip Barber Racing School op erates at the intersection of tech
nology and motorsports, driving a high-quality experience for training and entertainment,” said Linda Green, Executive Director of the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance. “VIRginia International Raceway has expanded the impacts of racing and tourism by constantly implementing automotive technology – advancing innovative solutions for industry while taking racing to a level that im
pacts the economic vitality of the re gion and maintains VIR’s ranking as one of the best tracks in the nation. This partnership will be a winning combination for Halifax County and the Skip Barber team that is known aroundå the world.”
Governor Youngkin approved a $100,000 grant from the Common wealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Halifax County with the project, and
the Virginia Tobacco Region Revital ization Commission approved a grant for $32,500 from the Tobacco Region Opportunity Fund for the project.
“Our relationship with Virginia started with VIRginia International Raceway. The more our team worked with Connie Nyholm and VIR, the more apparent it was that Virginia and Halifax Country would be the ideal location for our new headquar ters,” said Anthony DeMonte, CEO of Skip Barber. “The support the Governor’s office and Halifax County provide to motorsports businesses and the automotive industry is second to none.”
Virginia successfully competed with both California and Texas for the project, but the Commonwealth beat both to the finish line.
Benjamin Conner Cheek, 27 years old of the 9400 block of Boze Road, Ford, Virginia was arrested on November 11, 2022 for driving vehicle which is not under control.
Christopher Earl Effler, 22 years old of the 6400 block of Tranquility Lane, Sutherland, Virginia was arrested on November 11, 2022 for two counts of release of accused on secured or unsecured bond or promise to appear; conditions of release.
Orlando Lee Taylor, 54 years old of the 30 block of Edmonds Street, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on November 12, 2022 for driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
Edward Arthur Holmes, 46 years old of the 25000 block of Cox Road, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on November 12, 2022 for domestic assault, use of profane, threatening, or indecent language over public airways or by other methods and causing telephone or pager to ring with intent to annoy.
Latiek Laron Savoy, 18 years old of the 3600 block of Becket Drive, Chesterfield, Virginia was arrested on November 12, 2022 for manufacture, sale, etc., or possession of fictitious, facsimile or simulated official license or identification, concealing or taking possession of merchandise; altering price tags; transferring goods from one container to another and purchasing or possessing alcoholic beverages unlawful in certain cases.
Zaynah Alexandra Clary, 25 years old of the 12000 block of Glebe Road, Dewitt, Virginia was arrested on November 13, 2022 for domestic assault.
Angel Kieye Jones, 21 years old of the 12000 block of Glebe Road, Dewitt, Virginia was arrested on November 13, 2022 for domestic assault.
Brian McCoy Knight, 45 years old of the 400 block of Westover Hills Boulevard, Richmond, Virginia was arrested on November 14, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.
William Joseph Myers, 66 years old of the 600 block of Hamilton Avenue, Colonial Heights, Virginia was arrested on November 16, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.
Christopher Lee Cupp, 49 years old of the 28000 block of Butler Branch Road, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on November 13, 2022 for domestic assault.
7. Zaynah Alexandra Clary, 25 years old of the 12000 block of Glebe Road, Dewitt, Virginia was arrested on November 13, 2022 for domestic assault.
Mary Ellen Clary, 71 years old of the 12000 block of Glebe Road, Dewitt, Virginia was arrested on November 13, 2022 for domestic assault.
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Shoplifting, Public Intoxication
ON 11/08/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 1900 BLK OF COLONIAL CROSSINGS DRIVE FOR A REPORT OF A SHOPLIFTING. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED AND FOUND TO ALSO BE INTOXICATED IN PUBLIC. ARREST MADE.
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Motor Vehicle Theft ON 11/08/2022, POLICE RECIEVED A REPORT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT IN THE 1500 BLK OF LAKESIDE DRIVE. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE THE VICTIM’S VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVEWAY.
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Larceny-Theft from Motor Vehicle, Damage of Property ON 11/08/2022, POLICE RECEIVED A REPORT OF A LARCENY FROM A MOTOR VEHICLE IN THE 4100 BLK OF BAXTER RIDGE ROAD. UNKNOWN OFFENDERS BROKE A WINDOW ON THE VICTIM’S VEHICLE AND STOLE A LAPTOP.
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Burglary/Breaking and Entering ON 11/08/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 17400 BLK OF SHANDS ROAD IN REFERENCE TO A BURGLARY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER FORCED ENTRY AND STOLE A LAWNMOWER.
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Larceny ON 11/08/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 17400 BLK OF SHANDS ROAD FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER REMOVED APPLIANCES FROM THE BACK PORCH.
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Drug/Narcotic Violations, Possess Drug Paraphernalia ON 11/09/2022, POLICE INITIATED A TRAFFIC STOP IN THE 5700 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED IN POSSESSION OF ILLEGAL NARCOTICS AND PARAPHERNALIA. ARREST MADE.
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Counterfeiting/Forgery, Fraud-False Pretenses, Fraud-Credit Card/ Automated Teller Machine Fraud , Fraud-Wire Fraud ON 11/10/2022 A REPORT WAS MADE FOR FRAUD IN THE 5100 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD. REPORT TAKEN.
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Motor Vehicle Theft ON 11/10/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2200 BLK OF TARTAN ROAD IN REFERENCE TO A MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE VICTIM’S VEHICLE.
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Eluding Police, Child
Restraint Devices Required, Destruction of Property, Exceeding Speed Limit, Abuse & Neglect of Children ON 11/10/2022, POLICE ATTEMPTED TO INITIATE A TRAFFIC STOP IN THE 3700 BLK OF RIVES ROAD. KNOWN OFFENDER ATTEMPTED TO ELUDE POLICE AND WAS STOPPED. JUVENILE WAS LOCATED IN VEHICLE WITHOUT PROPER RESTRAINT. ARREST MADE.
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Assault-Simple ON 11/11/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4000 BLK OF CEDAR CREEK LANE FOR A DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED.
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Embezzlement ON 11/11/2022, POLICE RECIEVED A REPORT OF EMBEZZLEMENT IN THE 4600 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE. KNOWN OFFENDER STOLE MONEY FROM A BUSINESS. ARREST MADE.
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Embezzlement ON 11/11/2022, POLICE RECEIVED A REPORT OF EMBEZZLEMENT IN THE 4600 BLK OF COUNTY DRIVE. KNOWN OFFENDER STOLE MONEY FROM A BUSINESS. ARREST MADE.
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Motor Vehicle Theft
ON 11/12/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 10800 BLK OF CENTENNIAL ROAD IN REFERENCE TO A MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE A VEHICLE THAT WAS PARKED ON THIS PROPERTY.
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Assault-Simple ON 11/12/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO 5100 BLK OF CHUDOBA PKWY IN REFERENCE TO A REPORT OF AN ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER IDENTIFIED. WARRANT PROCESS ADVISED.
CARLO HAYES JR AGE 26 202211070004 PETERSBURG, VA OBSTRUCT JUSTICE/RESIST ARREST
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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.
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I am Det. Baldwin with the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers, and these are your Fugitives of the Week.
Gavin Semaj Lowe is wanted for credit card theft x 7. Lowe, 25, is a 6-foot-tall black male who weighs 170 lbs. Lowe has brown eyes and black hair.
Steven Tyler Blass is wanted for assault and felony vandalism. Blass, 59, is a 6-foot-tall white male who weighs 150 lbs. Blass has green eyes and brown hair.
“Take the Time to Solve the Crime.”
On Nov. 8, 2022, at approximately 12:25 p.m., a Black male suspect entered the Hot Spot Electronics store at 2900 Cedar Lane in Colonial Heights. Once inside, the suspect displayed a black firearm to an employee and demanded the money from the cash register. The suspect was given the cash from the register and then fled the store on foot. Video surveillance showed the suspect entering a dark gray 2011-2020 Dodge Journey with dark-colored wheels and leaving in an unknown direction.
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.
“Take the Time to Solve the Crime.”This week, the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program needs your help to solve an armed robbery.
Listening to the news in the last couple of years has been tough. Wherever you turn, there are stories that cause anguish. We left a war in Afghani stan with our tails tucked, leaving allies and hightech equipment as if they meant nothing. We went into another war in Ukraine, with no better plan than ‘we must go in’. Leaving the question of when we will cut from this one and at what cost. We ignore the reality of our relationship with Chi na, completely ignoring the
fact that they have undercut the United States in every interaction with us.
Here at home, we have runaway inflation, crime in our streets, con artists who are able to scam hard work ing folks out of their savings and giving it to political campaigns.
What is far more difficult is to see the wonderful things around us and be in awe of them. The beauty of the world is all around us. It may be in the form of nature around us. It may be the love of our family. It may be acts of kindness that we see all around us, such things as serving those in need of help. It might be those who choose a profession that improves the life of others such as teachers and
law enforcement officers. These are the things that should bring sunshine in our lives.
Thanksgiving
This is the type of thing that comes to mind at Thanksgiving. A day that we can show our appre ciation for all that is good in our lives. It is why early Virginia settlers gathered at Berkley Plantation to offer their thanks to the Lord for the bounty they found in the new land. Likewise, the pil grims hundreds of miles to the north at Plymouth Rock were doing the same. Consider these thoughts from others as we share fellowship around the table much as our forefathers did.
Thanksgiving is the holiday of peace, the celebration of
work and the simple life…. a true folk-festival that speaks the poetry of the turn of the seasons, the beauty of seedtime and harvest, the ripe product of the year — and the deep, deep connec tion of all these things with God. Ray Stannard Baker
Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Grat itude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for to morrow. Melody Beattie
Almighty God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage; we humbly
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When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around. Willie
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite days of the year because it reminds us to give thanks and to count our blessings. Suddenly, so many things become so little when we realize how blessed and lucky we are.
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essentially all of their value. The carnage may go on for a while as the deadly com bination of collapsing token values coupled with plenty of leverage takes its toll.
John Ray III oversaw the bankruptcy liquidation of Enron when the giant en ergy trading firm collapsed in an inferno of fraud and malfeasance in 2001.
Last week, Ray was ap pointed to handle the unwinding of the crypto currency exchange FTX . He had the following to say, and it’s a lot given his experience:
Sam Bankman-Fried, the politically connected found er of FTX, was inadvertently honest about a fundamental problem with many (most?) of the cryptocurrencies now being traded.
In an April interview with Bloomberg, he described a token as a “box” which only has value because people keep putting money in it. When the Bloomberg inter viewer observed he was essentially describing a Ponzi scheme, Bankman-Fried admitted there was a “de pressing amount of validity” to that.
The collapse in crypto prices over the past year, crowned by the implo sion of FTX, should finally put an end to at least one dangerous claim. Bitcoin most certainly is not “digital gold.”
cryptos is intrinsic, as it is in a gold coin or bar. Their value, therefore, can go to zero.
The con artists and bureau crats may yet kill off most cryptos by destroying trust and adoption.
The collapse of FTX and its affiliate businesses is a lesson in exactly how that might happen.
icently. But it has not yet overcome this major chal lenge.
It is a box which has value because people keep putting money into it. If people ever stop, the value will disap pear. In order for Bticoin and other cryptos to have enduring value, they will need widespread adoption and use beyond being a speculative asset.
The failure of FTX is still reverberating through the crypto markets. The col lapse of FTX took nearly 20% off the total value of all cryptocurrencies, almost overnight.
Many obscure tokens lost
The comparison has always been silly. Bitcoin lacks thousands of years of adop tion and use. It isn’t tangi ble, durable, and beautiful. None of the confidence underpinning the value in Bitcoin and many other
High profile fraud is, un fortunately, a recurring fea ture in the crypto markets ever since the twenty-some thing owner of Mt. Gox got caught nearly 10 years ago swindling the clients of his exchange.
The Bitcoin price cratered following that debacle. It has since rallied magnif
There are plenty of honest people developing bitcoin and trying to build a better world.
The appalling collapse of FTX symbolizes the shift in industry leadership from heroes like Satoshi Naka moto to scoundrels like Sam Bankman-Fried. Satoshi built Bitcoin as a decen
“Never in my career have I seen such a complete failure of corporate controls and such a complete absence of trustworthy financial information as occurred here.”
tralized and incorruptible digital asset, beyond the reach of central bankers and politicians.
Bankman-Fried has no interest in the principles which motivated Satoshi. He spent his time and his millions currying political favor and posturing as an altruist.
The FTX scandal was very bad news for cryptocurrency investors. The regulation which is likely to follow will be worse.
The idea behind regulation appears to be for Wall Street Banks to gain unfettered access and control over the cryptocurrency marketplace. People should expect a
scheme similar to what was built around gold and silver futures trading, with similar outcomes, including dishon est price discovery.
The FTX exchange’s fraud-fueled implosion conveniently paves the way for progressive politicians, many of who were lav ishly supported by Bank man-Fried, to piously ride to the industry’s rescue.
Gary Gensler, chairman of the Securities and Ex change Commission, made his career by turning a blind eye to massive fraud in gold and silver trading when he chaired the CFTC.
Gensler met with Bank man-Fried several months
ago to discuss working together on rules. And FTX hired Mark Wetjen, another discredited CFTC Commis sioner, as head of policy and regulation.
Bankman-Fried appeared to be taking a page from Bernie Madoff’s playbook. Madoff was cozy with reg ulators. He sat on advisory committees for the SEC and had a working relationship with officials there. Per haps that is why the agency ignored complaints which outlined the Madoff fraud in fine detail.
Bitcoin has potential, but not as a substitute for gold. And not as a govern ment-regulated get-rich-
quick asset for people to gamble on in Wall Street’s rigged casinos.
About the Author:
Clint Siegner is a Director at Money Metals Exchange, a precious metals dealer recently named “Best in the USA” by an independent global ratings group. A graduate of Linfield College in Oregon, Siegner puts his experience in business man agement along with his passion for personal liberty, limited government, and honest money into the development of Money Metals’ brand and reach. This includes writing extensively on the bullion markets and their intersection with policy and world affairs.
Saturday, November 26th - 8pm Way Down South Wabi Sabi Petersburg
Sunday, November 27th - 2pm Live Music with Lou and Henley Ashton Creek Vineyard Chester
Friday,
Friday, December 2nd - 6pm
Wednesday,
Friday,
From the hors d’oeuvres to the main course and all the way through dessert, creating a full holiday menu doesn’t have to be hard.
The key to a successful feast is focusing on dishes that can please loved ones of all ages and palates, such as a festive salad before the turkey or ham main dish, which can be accompanied by complementary sides like au gratin potatoes. Finally, top off the celebration with a divine des sert featuring classic cranberry flavor.
To find more holiday recipe inspiration, visit Culinary.net.
With a bed of tender, leafy green spinach and pops of red cranberries, a salad lends itself perfectly to the colors and flavors of the holiday season. Plus, as a lighter bite ahead of the big meal, it makes for a delicious introduction to festive dinner parties, family gatherings and get-togethers.
This Spinach Christmas Tree Salad offers a fresh, festive option that adds a seasonal presen tation to the table while inviting guests to take a bite. Harvested at the peak of flavor, tender Fresh Express Baby Spinach has a mild and delicate taste that makes it an ideal addition to recipes throughout the holidays.
Find more ways to freshen up your holiday menu at FreshExpress.com.
• 2 packages (5 ounces each)
Fresh Express Baby Spinach
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries, divided
• 1/3 cup pistachios, divided
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, divided
• 1 red pepper, cored, cut into thin strips
• 1 large apple, thinly sliced, cut into star shapes
Dressing:
• 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
• 3 tablespoons cranberry juice
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
SERVINGS: 6
Directions
1. In large bowl, toss baby spin ach with 1/4 cup dried cran berries, 1/6 cup pistachios and 1/4 cup feta cheese. Transfer to Christmas tree cake mold. Neatly arrange spinach leaves to create
smooth surface.
2. Arrange red pepper strips, trimming as needed, to create garland. Arrange remaining dried cranberries, remaining pistachios and remaining feta cheese as “ornaments” on top of spinach. Create tree topper with one
apple star; place remaining apple stars around “tree.”
3. To make dressing: In blender, process cranberry sauce, cranber ry juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, brown sugar and salt until smooth.
From appetizers and snacks to the main course, sides and sweets, almost everyone has a favorite holiday dish. However, it’s the pairings and complementary dishes that make festive get-togethers special.
This Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes with Kale and Gruyere is an ideal example of a savory side that goes well with a variety of holiday meals, making it a perfect option for families seeking a versatile recipe to serve with dinner. Rosy-skinned and white-fleshed, Wisconsin Round Red potatoes have a firm, smooth and moist texture, making them well-suited for roasting in this hearty dish.
Visit eatwisconsinpotatoes.com to discover more recipes fit for serving your loved ones.
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• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves shallots, diced
• 4 large kale leaves, finely chopped (discard stems)
• 2 pounds red potatoes, sliced 1/8 inch
• 2 ounces gruyere cheese, grated
• 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated
1. Heat oven to 325 F.
2. In small saucepan over me dium heat, combine cream, salt, black pepper, garlic and thyme; stir constantly, until cream starts to bubble, 4-6 minutes. When bubbling, remove from heat and stir until slightly cooled. Let cream sit.
3. Heat large (12-inch) ov en-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter. When butter
melts, add shallots and kale leaves. Saute until kale is tender and bright green, about 4 min utes. Turn off burner.
4. Add sliced potatoes to skillet, fanning over top of kale.
5. Use slotted spoon to remove garlic and thyme from heavy cream. Pour heavy cream over potatoes.
6. Cover skillet tightly with foil and bake until potatoes are
tender, 75-85 minutes.
7. Remove skillet from oven and turn on broiler. Discard foil.
8. Sprinkle gruyere and Par mesan cheeses over potatoes, tucking some cheese between potato slices.
9. Return skillet to oven and broil until top is golden brown, 5-6 minutes.
Give your holiday gatherings a new twist this year with a creamy cranberry delight that’s a cause for celebration all on its own. Smooth, divine taste at the dessert table can be the memorable moment your family craves year after year.
This rich, festive Cranberry Cheesecake combines classic flavor with a homemade cranber ry compote-infused layer above a crust sweetly made using C&H Light Brown Sugar and graham crackers. Top it all off with fresh and sugared cranberries, rosemary springs and whipped cream for a tempting treat that tastes as good as it looks.
To find more sweet eats to celebrate the holidays, visit chsugar.com.
PREP TIME: 45 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 1 HOUR, 15 MINUTES
Cranberry Compote:
• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 1 cup C&H Light Brown Sugar
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
Crust:
• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons C&H Light Brown Sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake:
• 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, at room temperature
• 2 cups C&H Organic Raw Cane Sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup cranberry compote
• fresh cranberries
• sugared cranberries
• rosemary sprigs
• whipped cream
1. To make cranberry compote: In medium saucepan, bring cranberries, brown sugar, orange juice and orange zest to boil. Lower heat and simmer 10-15 minutes, or until most cranber ries burst. Remove from heat. Cool completely at room tem perature then transfer to bowl; refrigerate.
2. To make crust: Preheat oven to 350 F. Butter 8-inch spring form pan and line bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
3. In medium bowl, mix cracker crumbs, butter, brown sugar and salt. Press crumb mixture into bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15
minutes. Remove from oven and set aside. Reduce oven tempera ture to 325 F.
4. To make cheesecake: In bowl of electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment, beat cream cheese at medium speed until smooth. Add cane sugar and beat 2-3 minutes. Scrape sides of bowl as needed. Add flour, vanilla and salt. Beat 1 minute until incorporated.
5. Add one egg at a time, mixing until incorporated. Add sour cream and mix 1 minute. Scrape sides of bowl as needed. In medi um bowl, mix half of cheesecake batter with 1/2 cup cranberry
compote.
6. Wrap springform pan with aluminum foil and place in large roasting pan. Pour cream cheese and cranberry mixture into prepared pan. Top with remain ing cream cheese batter. Place roasting pan in oven and add hot water to 1-inch of springform pan. Bake 1 hour, 15 minutes, or until cake looks set in center. Re move from oven and rest 1 hour. Refrigerate in pan overnight.
7. Decorate cake with fresh and sugared cranberries, rosemary springs and whipped cream.
March 19, 1985 - November 20, 2022
James Mason Hayes, 37, of Ches ter, VA passed away on Sunday, Novem ber 20, 2022. Born in Petersburg, VA he was preceded in death by his paternal grandpar ents, James Edgar, and Juanita Rose Hayes; and his maternal grandparents, Barbara Ann Knott Horsman and Henry Muse “Jack” Hors man. James, also known as Thumper, Shaggy or Screech was a free spirit. He loved people and he loved life. He had a heart of gold. He didn’t have a worry in the world and would do anything for anyone. He loved music and watching movies, and made us laugh a lot. James recently found a love for detailing vehicles. There was always a “James story” to be told. He will be sorely missed. May he rest peacefully in the arms of our Lord. James is survived by his parents, James “Jim” and Diana Hayes; his wife, Tamara Hayes; four children, Sable, Scarlet, Robert, and Seth; three siblings, Nic Hayes (Carley), David Hayes and Kim Foard (David); and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Hopewell, VA with the Rev. Darrell Boggs, officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church and a reception will follow at the Hayes home. Flowers are welcome, or contributions may be made to First Baptist Church in memory of James M. Hayes. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. Romans 8:18 For I con sider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.
June 14, 1942
Nathaniel Bacon Fleming II, of Prince George, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022. Born in Powhatan, VA, he was the son of the late Nathaniel B. Fleming, Sr. and Ida Brown Fleming. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Doris Fleming Boyd and Geraldine Fleming; and his canine companion, who went everywhere with him, Sarge.
Nathaniel majored in Agriculture and graduated from Virginia State University. He enjoyed being active in his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi. He was a veteran in the U.S. Army, having served in the Vietnam War, and retired after 23 years with the rank of Com mand Sergeant Major. Nathaniel was known by many in the community as the “Watermel on Man”. He proudly sold his vegetables on Crater Road for over 20 years. He is loved and will be dearly missed. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Bland Flem ing; sons, Nathaniel Fleming III and Ron ald Fleming; brothers, Alarie Fleming and George Fleming; the mother of his children, Dorothy Chambliss Fleming; and numerous extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at the funeral home. lnterment will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be donated to Prince George County Animal Shelter. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
December 23, 1936 - November 17, 2022
Nancy Spiers Ben son Hinton, died Thursday, Novem ber 17, 2022, after a short illness. Nancy worked for 30 years at West End Christian School, in several capacities. First as a kindergarten teacher, then a teacher’s aide and lastly in the office as an administrative assistant.
Nancy was a member of West End Presbyte rian Church. For many years, Nancy was a Sunday School teacher, for the elementary aged children.
Nancy was predeceased by her first husband, John R. Benson (Bobby); and her second hus band, Everett Hinton. She is survived by her three children, with Bobby, Darrell Benson, Lori Neild (Craig), and Tim Benson (Staci); her three grandchildren, Alison Lott (Dan ny), James Benson, and Kelly Benson; and two brothers, Robert Spiers, Jr. and Edward Spiers.
The family will receive friends Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 1:00 PM, at West End Presbyterian Church, 1600 Atlantic Street, Hopewell, VA. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 PM, in the church sanctuary, with interment to follow at Appomattox Cemetery. The family is being served by the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
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Jo-Ann Clark, 80, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. The daughter of the late Alta Pauline Cox; she was also preceded in death by her husband, James “Jim” Dallas Clark.
Jo-Ann graduated from Radford University, and went on to work as an elementary school teacher. She was a member of Beulah United Methodist Church, and a loving Nanny to her four grand children.
She is survived by her son, Aaron Clark; daughter-in-law, Jhayna Clark; grandchildren, Jaydn Clark, Jhayla Clark, Jhalynn Clark and Joslynn Clark. The family is being served by the Chester Chapel in of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmor riss.com.
November 26, 1938 - November 17, 2022
Colonel (Ret.) John Dale Greaves III (83), of Dispu tanta, VA, died on November 17, 2022. John was born in Jeannette, PA, November 26, 1938, to John Dale Greaves II and Jane F. Greaves. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He graduated high school, in the class of 1956, from Jeannette High School, Jeannette, PA, from college, in 1960, with a Bachelor of Science in Education, from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and later a master’s degree, from Florida Institute of Technology. John was a Quartermaster Officer, in the United States Army, starting his military service at Fort Lee, VA, in 1961. While on active-duty, John was stationed in multiple locations around the world, to include serving two tours in Vietnam, where he was awarded three Bronze Stars. In 1976, John transitioned to work, as a civil service employee, at Fort Lee, VA, and continued to serve as a reservist, in the 80th Division. John then worked for Northrup Grumman, as a contractor, and taught soldiers around the world. John and Sandy enjoyed their retirement years in Hilton Head, South Car olina, and served their Lord at Grace Coastal Church, in Bluffton, SC. They returned to Virginia in December 2020. He was proceed ed in death by his wife of 59 years, Sandra Gardner Greaves; and his brother, Kent Greaves. John is survived by his brothers, D. Scott (Donna) Greaves and Chuck (Patty) Greaves. His wife, Mary Jean Greaves; and her daughter, Mary Catherine Campbell. His children, John D. (Lenoir) Greaves IV, Robert G. (Mariea) Greaves, Arturo (Carla) Johnson, Sr., and Laura L. “Missy” (Jeffrey) Smith. John has ten grandchildren, Mathew (Cheryl) Greaves, James (Rebecca) Greaves, Christo pher (Tina) Greaves, Marc, Samantha (Ben), Taylor, Arturo, Jr., Emilio, Alex, and Alli; six great-grandchildren, Ashton, Wiley, Orion, Thyme, Jonathon, and Emily. The family will greet friends, at 1:00 PM, on Saturday, November 26, 2022, with a Celebration of Life to follow, at 2:00 PM, at the Oakland Baptist Church, 12601 Prince George Drive, Dis putanta, VA. The family will host friends, at Missy’s house, after the service. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
Clyde V. Baldwin, Jr., 80, of Chester, VA, passed away on Thursday, Novem ber 17, 2022. He was the son of the late Clyde Baldwin, Sr. and Lucy Davis Baldwin; and was
also preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Joan Baldwin.
Clyde attended the University of Richmond and served in the United States Air Force. He went on to have a career, spanning 40 years, with Honeywell, as a research technician. He was a deacon, at Fellowship Baptist Church, and loved spending time with his grandchil dren, and was an avid gardener. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
He is survived by his daughters, Dawn Sykes (Ron) and Dianne Halloway (Tony); grand children, TJ, Allison, and Ashley Halloway and Madison and Landon Sykes; siblings, Bill Baldwin (Kitty), Mike Baldwin (Mary), Brenda Colley (Mike), Pam Ray (Mitch), Gary Bald win (Neva), and Larry Baldwin (Peggy); and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends for visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at the funeral home, with interment to follow at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Clyde’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Associa tion. Condolences may be registered at www. jtmorriss.com.
October 18, 2004 - November 15, 2022
Joyce Esmeralda Gebremedhin, 18, of Chester, Virgin ia, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Born in Houston, Texas, she was the second daughter of Maria Esmeralda and Zinabu Gebremedhin.
Joyce and her family moved to the beautiful state of Virginia, in 2006, where she attended Elizabeth Scott Elementary School, Elizabeth Davis Middle School, and where she finally graduated from Thomas Dale High School, in 2022.
Joyce loved music. She played the violin, trom bone, and trumpet, and was a member of the marching band. She enjoyed gymnastics and cheerleading, and was a much loved student by her teachers, and friend by her peers. Joyce will be remembered as a sweet, generous, kind, and gentle soul.
She is survived by her parents; siblings, Victo ria, Javier, Giovanni, Elvis, and Miguel, whom she spent the most beautiful moments of her life with, and many family members in Mexico, including grandparents, uncles, aunts, cous ins, and friends.
The family will receive friends for visita tion, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., on Friday, November 25, 2022, at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the funeral home, with interment to follow at Dale Memorial Park. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmor riss.com.
Melvin L. Jordan, 81, of Chester, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Douglas Winfrey and Mary Long Jordan and sister, Joyce Ann Robinson (Mallory Dean) Robinson. Melvin is survived by his lov ing wife, PJ Jordan, two cats; Mary Sue and George and their dog Riley. Two brothers, Douglas Winfrey Jordan Jr. and Irvin Wayne Jordan(Helen) and their son Steven Craig Jordan. Nieces, Sher rie L. Belviso (Lawrence M. Belviso) and their children Victoria and Vincent Belviso (Cathryn), Melissa R. Dawson (Jennings D. Dawson III) and their children Lewis, Tucker and Taylor Dawson. Services will be private. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.jtmorriss.com.
Lena Meadows Denton, 85, of Colonial Heights, peacefully passed away into eternal rest surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, Novem ber 22, 2022. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, three sisters, and three brothers. Mrs. Denton was a devoted member of Swift Creek Baptist Church since 2000 and served faithfully on several committees throughout the years. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Arthur L. Denton, Sr.; her son, Arthur Denton, Jr. and wife, Jodi; her daughters, Phyllis D. Wessel and husband, Michael, Patricia D. Searle and husband, Don; seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Interment will be pri vate in Southlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that dona tions be sent to Swift Creek Baptist Church Lottie Moon, 18510 Branders Bridge Road S. Chesterfield. Virginia 23834. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of. E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Bou levard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. Online Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
September 5, 1934 - November 18, 2022
We are sad to announce the passing of Debra B. Uzzle on Mon day, November 14, 2022 surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Butcher; her adored husband, Joseph Uzzle; and stepson, Jason Uzzle. She is survived by her mother, Joyce Butcher; siblings, Patty Piner, Barbara White, Pame la Gohn (Steve Gohn), and Jimmy Butch er; nephew, Chris Scott (Jennifer Scott); niece, Jamie Jackson (Mike Jackson); and great nephews, Nathaniel Christopher Scott, Brandon Scott, Carter Jackson, and Brayden Jackson. A funeral mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 28, 2022, in St. Joseph Catholic Church, 151 West Washington Street, Petersburg, Virginia 23803, with Father Gino Rossi officiating. Interment will follow in South lawn Memorial Park, S. Prince George. The family will receive friends Sunday, Novem ber 27 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Bou levard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. Condolences may be registered at www. ealvinsmall.com.
November 9, 1957 - November 18, 2022
Cathay A. Deaver, 65, of North Ches terfield passed away November 18, 2022. She was born in Little Falls, New York on November 9, 1957 and was a manag er at Citi Financial for 26 years before her most recent position at Bank of America. Animal rescue was Cathay’s passion. Her first dog, Pandy, was her inspiration to save so many cats and dogs throughout her life. Cathay was preceded in death by her grandmother, Maggie L. King and father, Carl L. Joyner. She is survived by her moth er, Louise Leitch; sister, Gloria L. Bishop; nephews, Jerry D. Bishop Jr. and Aaron D. Bishop and great-nephews, Jerry D. Bishop III and Waylon Bishop. A memorial visita tion will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. Flowers are welcome, or in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the animal charity of your choice.
March 24, 1933 - November 16, 2022
Thomas Richard Traylor, Jr. “T.R.”, 88, of S. Chesterfield passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022. Born September 5, 1934, he was the son of the late Alice Barricks and Thomas Richard Traylor, Sr., and was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joyce Robertson Tray lor; and brother, Hardy B. Traylor. T.R. was a longtime member of Life Church. He worked as a mixer for Nolde Bakery in Petersburg, where he retired after 20 years. For the next 24 years, he worked in maintenance for Chesterfield County Public Schools before retiring. He was an avid outdoorsman and en joyed hunting and fishing. T.R. was a big fan of the Matoaca High School Football team, having attended every game he could. He was also a loving father and devoted husband, who took care of his wife when she became sick and visited her every day during her time in the nursing home. He is survived by two sons, Terry Traylor (Toni) of Dinwiddie, and Thomas “Bubba” Traylor (Sharon); one daughter, Carol Pannill; five grandchildren, Dustin Traylor (Anna), Lauren Tray lor, Brandon Traylor (Austin), Ryan Traylor, and Ty Pannill; four great-grandchildren, Tessa, Kira, Alice, Owen; sister, Susan Stone; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 in the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Interment will follow in East Matoaca Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the ser vice on Tuesday from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
Wanda Rose Hays, 89, of Spotsylvania County, Virginia, sadly passed away on Wednesday, No vember 16, 2022. She was born on March 24, 1933 in Pasadena, Califor nia. She was a beautiful person who spread joy and happiness wherever she went.
Wanda was a member of Spotswood Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, and River Rock Church in Caroline County.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Hays, and her daughters, Reva Leonard and Zona LaPointe. She is survived by her children, Janine Snow, Veda Andrews, and David Gmuer; her granddaughter, Leah Snow; and her great-grandchild, Phoenix.
On Thursday, No vember 17, 2022, Frank J. Orrell, Jr. devoted husband and father, went to be with the Lord. He was 95. Born the oldest of five children to Anna and Frank J. Orrell, Sr. Frank gradu ated from Petersburg High School in 1944. He served his country with pride during WWII as a Sergeant in the United States Army, and after his honorable discharge in December 1945, he returned home to start a family with his wife, Mary Audrey (Har grave) Orrell. They were married for over 69 years. Frank had a great talent for building just about anything you can imagine. He also enjoyed his favorite sport, baseball, and played on several local teams, including the Yellow Jackets from the Village of Matoaca. Frank also enjoyed reading, growing a vegetable garden, and spending summer days on Lake Chesdin with his family and friends. Frank used his skills and talents in his work having been employed by Glen T. Hastings and Walthall Construction Compa ny as a Project Manager for over 40 years. During this time, he helped build hundreds of family homes, office buildings, and medi cal facilities in the in the Tri-Cities area. He also gave back to his community by serving as a Deacon at Fellowship Baptist Church in Ettrick, VA, President of the Friendship Club, and was one of the founding mem bers of the Ettrick/Matoaca Rescue Squad. He is survived by his wife, Mary; his two sons, Michael (Angela) Orrell of Dinwiddie, and Vernon (Suzy) Orrell of Chesterfield; and two grandchildren, Chris (Samantha) Orrell, and Alexandra (Tristen) Bradsher. A graveside service will be held on Wednes day, November 23, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Gill Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, 10726 Riv er Road Chesterfield, Virginia 23838. Mr. Orrell’s remains will rest from the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Novem ber 22, 2022 at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Cre matory, 2033 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. Online condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
Garland Lee Hayden, Jr., of Disputanta, Virginia passed away on Wednes day, November 16, 2022. Born July 2, 1953, he was the son of the late Mary Phyllis and Garland Lee Hayden Sr., and was also preceded in death by his sister, Caroline “Dena” Hayden.
Garland enjoyed a simple life, where he thrived outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and tending to his garden, and would harvest crops to deliver to his beloved neighbors.
He is survived by two sisters, Pam Stolte and husband, Matt and Laura Tracy; and beloved niece, Avery Stolte.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 in Bermuda Memorial Park, 1901 Bermuda Hundred Rd, Chester, VA 23836. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Bou levard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
Mr. Charles S. Lee of South Ches terfield, departed this life on No vember 22, 2022 at Battlefield Park Healthcare Center, Petersburg. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Pe tersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilk ersonsince1874.com.
Mrs. Bessie M. Moorer of Colonial Heights, departed this life on Novem ber 22, 2022 at her residence. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Av enue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www. jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
October 1, 1967 - November 15, 2022
Paul Avery Shauger, 55, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Monday, Novem ber 14, 2022. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Nona Lee, and Charles Decker; his brothers, Keith Shauger and Craig Shauger; his sister, Linda Shauger; and a niece, Amanda Shauger.
He was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Colonial Heights. Paul was an avid golfer, he loved fishing, camping, and cook-outs with his friends. Paul was the proprietor of Shauger Handyman Services. He is survived by his mother, Beverly A. Shauger; two brothers, Steven and wife, Cindy, and James Shauger; sister, Jenni fer and husband, Jeffrey Lail; nieces and nephews, Storm and wife, Ashley Ayers, Stephanie and Michael Lail, Justin Ayers, Stephen Jr., Miranda Shauger, Charles and Jeremy Kempel, Kathleen and Kara Bratton, and Cassandra Nacca; and numerous great nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his devoted friend, Brad Shaner and wife, Peggy and their children, Bradley Shaner, Autumn Leonard, and Ashley Schemley. The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 20, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00p.m. at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Cre matory, 2033 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. In lieu of flowers, contribu tions may be made to Mount Pleasant Bap tist Church Mission Fund, 3110 Greenwood Avenue Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834.
Services for Mrs. Linda S. Abbott of Chester, who departed this life on November 21, 2022 at Chippen ham Hospital, Richmond will be private. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
January 19,
Michael Tyrone “Ty” Montgomery, 63, passed away Tuesday, Novem ber 15, 2022.
Michael, lovingly known as Tyrone or “Ty,” was born on January 19, 1959, in Richmond, Virginia. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Ty was loved by all, and he will be lovingly remembered and missed by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandmother, Lillie Mae Walker Hardy (Eli); aunts, Edna Harri son (Uncle Moose), Joan Jones, Mildred Lee (Uncle Pat); uncles, Sonny Walker (Janice), Uncle Mike; and beloved brother, Pierra Jones. He is survived by his mother, Bar bara Montgomery; ex-wife, Deborah Mont gomery; only daughter, Shon Montgomery; grandsons James Montgomery and Chris tian Calvin; brother, Anthony Montgomery (Laverne); aunt, Mary Ann Walker; Terry Harrison, Greg Harrison, Kim Harrison, Daryle Walker (Lavonne), Patrick Lee, Pierre Lee, K.C. Walker, Stephanie Walker, and numerous cousins and beloved nieces and nephews. We are sincerely grateful to the many friends who have given us sup port and comfort during this time of loss. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Al vin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, Colonial Heights Virginia 23834.
February 16, 1963 - November 20, 2022
Mr. Ricky O. Wash ington departed this life on Novem ber 20, 2022. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Av enue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Mrs. Costella Curtis departed this life on No vember 21, 2022 at Bon Secours Southside Region al Medical Center, Petersburg. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Pe tersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilk ersonsince1874.com.
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Services for Ms. Linda S. Cole of North Ches terfield, who departed this life on November 19, 2022 at Chippen ham Hospital, Richmond will be private. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establish ment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkerson since1874.com.
A memorial ser vice will be held 3:00 P.M., Satur day, November 26, 2022, at the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Herbert Holly II, eulogist. The inurnment at South view Cemetery.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Mr. Morgan Wimbush departed this life on November 16, 2022 at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Pe tersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Services will be held 2:00 P.M., Saturday, Novem ber 26, 2022 at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 3806 Courthouse Road, Hopewell, VA, the Rev. Dr. Vodricka L. Epps, Pastor and eulogist. The interment to follow at Mt. Sinai Memorial Park. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establish ment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911.
Mr. Charles W. Lee departed this life on November 18, 2022 at Inova Alexandria Hos pital, Alexandria, VA. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establish ment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
A memorial ser vice will be held 3:00 P.M., Satur day, December 3, 2022 at the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establish ment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Pe tersburg, VA. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Mr. Varnell W. Tall, Jr. departed this life on November 15, 2022. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Av enue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
November 9, 1963 - November 20, 2022
Wanda Michelle Henley was born on November 9, 1963 in Rich mond, VA. She was the youngest of five children born to the late James R. Henley, Sr. and Barbara G. Henley. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandfa ther, Willard Fullard; grandmother, Mary B. Fullard; and her sister, Patricia D. Henley. Wanda leaves to cherish her memory: her sisters, Vanessa L. Henley and Mary H. Kingston (Wyatt); her brother, James R. Henley, Jr.; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Wanda loved the Lord and accepted Christ at an early age. After graduating from Hu guenot High School in Richmond, VA, she attended J. Sargent Reynolds Community College to pursue a career in Nursing. She later relocated to Middletown, NY where she worked as an Administrative Assistant. She returned home to Richmond, VA and later moved to Chesterfield, VA.
Wanda leaves a legacy behind as someone who always declared, “How good God had been to me!” to anyone she encountered. She was one of the most uplifting people anyone could have known! She was always positive with a strong will and was a humor ous individual with a heart full of gold! “... Weeping may endure for a night, but Joy cometh in the morning” - Psalm 30:5 (KJV) Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Chaplain Joshua Cook, eulogist. The interment will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, November 28, 2022, at Maury Cemetery.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Celebrating the Life and story of Miriam T. Trisvan Gerald. She was known in Ettrick, VA (South Chesterfield) as the “Queen of Hair”.
These POWERFUL WORDS were always reflected and truly spoken by her DAILY, “GOD HAS BROUGHT ME A MIGHTY LONG WAY.”, while singing her favorite gospel tune, “WALK WITH ME LORD!!”
On Monday, November 14, 2022, at the sweet age of 92 years old, Mrs. Miriam T. Gerald of 20201 Jarrett Circle, South Chesterfield, VA, passed away surrounded by her family and friends.
Miriam was born on Friday, April 18, 1930, in the “great depres sion” era, in Sussex County, VA, to the late John Wesley and Bernice Gilliam Trisvan. She graduated from Sussex County Public School System, The Richmond Barber and Beau tician School, and assumed various Civic duties and community appointments. She served as the Worthy Matron of the Order of Eastern Star, under the jurisdiction of the state of New York.
Miriam knew “HAIR”!! At the tender age of 8 years old, she became a “shampoo girl”, at her aunt’s beauty salon. There, she learned valuable techniques and lessons about hair and how to take care and style it. She eventually became an entrepreneur, opening her own business, Gerald’s Beauty Shop, located in Ettrick, VA (South Chesterfield). She served many in the community and a few celebrities. She would often be heard saying, “I’M NOT ONLY IN THE HAIR BUSINESS, BUT THE HAIR BUSINESS IS IN ME!!”
At an early age, Miriam loved the Lord and accepted Christ as her Savior. She was baptized and became a devoted member of First Baptist Church, Jarrett, Virginia. Later in life, she faithfully became a devoted member of Unity Baptist Church located, Petersburg, Virginia. Miriam married Linwood Morris Gerald, Sr. of Tabor City, NC. They were blessed with two sons, Linwood Jr., and Larry.
Miriam, being the oldest female sibling of twelve, learned to use her maternal instincts to care for her entire family including her siblings, children, and extended family members, frequently expressing her never ending affection for ALL.
She leaves to cherish her memories: two loving sons, Linwood Jr. and Larry Gerald (Kim), two grandchildren, Tiffany Davis (Eric) of Richmond, VA and Marquis Gerald (Sarita) of North Chesterfield, VA; five great grandchildren, Tyrone Barnes, Jr., Tyrelle Barnes, Sammia Stewart Gerald, Samora Stewart Gerald, and Samara Stewart Gerald; two sisters, Ruby Lyles of Columbus, GA and Ruth Marshall of Tampa, FL; one brother, Gilbert Trisvan (Eleanor) of South Chesterfield, VA; and a host of sweet nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends.
Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Unity Baptist Church, 330 S. South Street, Petersburg, VA. the Rev. Clarence M. Thweatt, Jr., eulogist. The interment to follow at City Point National Cemetery.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 7328911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook or YouTube page.
May 10, 1948 - November 16,
Carolyn Ann Bowden, was born on May 10, 1948 in Richmond, VA. On November 16, 2022 at The Laurels of Bon Air Nursing home in Richmond, VA, she received her wings and was called home to Heaven surrounded by her loving family.
Carolyn was raised in Petersburg, VA and attended Petersburg High School. Carolyn moved from Petersburg to Philadelphia, where she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She joined the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Philadelphia, PA where she met her long-time true love companion Pastor William L. Bowden, III.
Carolyn was a faithful and devoted woman of God. She and Pastor William L Bowden, III loved to serve the work of the Lord together. Her hobbies included going to church, family vacations, and cooking. She was devoted to her family and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Carolyn moved back to Petersburg in 1996 and was formerly employed at Colonial Heights Nursing Home as a Certified Nurse Assistant for over 15 years. After her retirement, she continued serving the community by taking care of the elderly in the community. She continued taking care of the elderly until she became an elder herself and needed to be cared for. Her passion was taking care of and nurturing people in which she did all her life.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, William T Bowden, III; parents, Mary and Jesse; sister, Colette; and brothers, Paul, Silas and Richard.
Carolyn leaves to cherish glorious times and memories: one daughter, Monica Warren (Jackson) of Hopewell, VA; two sons, Melvin Jackson, Jr. of Petersburg, VA and Daniel R. Jackson, Sr. of Garner, NC; daughter-in-law, Sarah R. Wyatt-Jackson of Garner, NC; sisters and brothers, Wanda Davis of Petersburg, VA, Vonda Davis (Tyrone) of Philadelphia, PA, Yonda Davis of Philadelphia, PA, Alice Davis of Richmond, VA, Jessie Davis (Josephine) of Philadelphia, PA and Dewight Davis of Philadelphia; eight grandchildren, Melanie Henry (Esvert) of Norfolk, VA, Angel Gibson (Andrew) of Chesterfield, VA, Hazel Jackson of Dinwiddie, VA, LaCarol Jackson of Hopewell, VA, Jordan Brown of Philadelphia, PA, Daniel Jackson, Jr., William Jackson and Sandorah Watson, all of Laurens, SC; eight great-grandchildren, T’asia Wilkins, Xaxier Coles, Esanie Henry, Israel Henry, Asare Henry, Nevaeh Phillips, Khiley Barner, Khaze Barner, King Simmons, Loyalty Simmons, Kaiden Simmons and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
The funeral service will be held 12 P.M., Saturday, November 26, 2022 at the Chapel of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg, VA, 23803. Rev. Wayne Uzzle, eulogist.
The funeral arrangements for Mrs. Carolyn Bowden have been entrusted to the caring professionals at the Petersburg Chapel of Bland Funer al Homes, 137 Harrison St., 804.732.7841.
Mr. Theo B. Madison, Jr.
December 16, 1962 - November 16, 2022
Theo “Buddy” Madison Jr. was born on December 16, 1962, in Queens, NY to the late Theo and Emma Lou Madison. Buddy passed away on Wednesday November 16, 2022, from unknown causes. He was 59 years old.
Buddy attended Andrew Jackson High School. He spent half of life in New York and the other half in the Richmond/ Petersburg areas of Virginia.
Buddy had a love for jigsaw puzzles and food with thanksgiving being his favorite holiday. He was known for being a worker, holding several jobs throughout his lifetime, most recent being an Amazon warehouse associate and a Railroad worker.
Buddy was preceded in death by his Mom and Dad, Theo and Emma Lou. He is survived by his one and only child, a daughter, Valerie; two grandsons, Aaden and Gavin; three brothers, Johnnie, Floyd, and Dan; one sister, Cat; five nieces, Towana, Dawn, Tiffany, Raquel, and Alaysia; two nephews Dan and Deone; three sisters-in-law, Raquel, Dolores, and Lorraine; one brother-in-law, Deone; and a host of aunts, uncles, great nieces & nephews, and a slew of family and friends.
Love and Remembrance service will be held 4 P.M., Saturday, November 26, 2022 at the chapel of Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg, VA, 23803.
The family will assemble 3:30 P.M. , on the day of service at the chapel.
The funeral arrangements for Mr. Theo B. Madison, Jr. have been entrusted to the caring professionals of Bland Funeral Homes, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg, VA, 23803.
