Obituaries

(May 21, 1930 – May 9, 2025) With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Rita E. Mayer on May 9, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on May 21, 1930, in Freising, Germany, Rita was the beloved daughter of Babette and Leonhard Stark. In 1952, Rita married Merle T. Mayer...

Henry Louis Corona, age 75, passed away on April 7th, 2025. He was a beloved husband and father and dedicated friend who will be missed by all.   Henry is survived by his wife, Jean Corona and two daughters, Carmen and Catherine Corona. Henry was born on March...

August 24, 1941 – April 14, 2025   James Edmund Ayres Jr., affectionately known to family and friends as “Uncle Eddie,” passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, in Richmond, Virginia, the city he proudly called home for his entire life. He was 83 years old.   Born on...

April 2, 1941 – April 27, 2025   With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Henry “Buddy” Ward McElroy, Jr.—beloved husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and loyal friend—who died peacefully on Sunday April 27, 2025,...

Ralph Edward "Ed" Harlow passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A proud Air Force veteran, Ed served his country with honor, demonstrating unwavering commitment and courage throughout his years of service.   Ed was a cherished...

Maria Guadalupe Aquiningoc Thompson passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025. She was a beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother who will be deeply missed.Maria was born December 3, 1952 in Guam where she spent her childhood years.Maria is...

June 22 1954 - April 26 2025   Robin Traylor of Glenn Allen Virginia died peacefully at her home at Cedar Knoll Farm on April 26, 2025 surrounded by her family. She had been struggling and fighting for many years from asthma and COPD. With her strength and courage,...

December 19, 1962 - April 20, 2025  If you knew him, You loved him. Heaven is now a better place.    Billy Patterson, long time resident of New Kent passed away on Sunday April 20th. Billy was a long time industrial mechanic who loved working outside in the yard and...

Henrico County, Virginia   Sue Whitfield, formerly known as Sue Oliver, and born Sue Northstein in Gloucester County, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and service. She was widowed...

Joseph William Schipf II, 81 of Montpelier, VA, passed away on April 10, 2025. He was born on March 8, 1944 in New Rochelle, NY.   Joseph leaves behind a legacy that will remain etched in the hearts of his family and many friends forever. Joseph’s life was a testament...

Linda Wood Lacy, of Louisa, Virginia, passed on April 15th, 2025. She was born on January 6th, 1948. Linda is survived by her loving husband Bodie Lacy, her daughter Wendy Katrancha (Mark), son Doug Turney, step-son Blair Lacy (Jennifer), four grandchildren Katelyn...

Deborah Eileen Simon, of Chester, Virginia passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2025. She was 72-years old. Debbie was born July 20, 1952, to the late, Carl and Eleanor Ball in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Deborah suffered with Multiple Sclerosis for 36 years....