O God, whose mercies cannot be numbered: Accept our prayers on behalf of Vince Lamont Boyd Sr. and grant him an entrance into the land of light and joy, in the fellowship of thy saints; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Mr. Vince Lamont Boyd Sr., 61 of Williamsburg, Virginia entered eternal rest on April 15, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Vince was born in Richmond, Virginia on August 3,...

Cardinal Micheaux Barnes, 37, affectionally called Mickey by his friends and family, was born on July 19, 1983, in Richmond, Virginia. From day one, he was an adventure-seeking child and could be found performing his "Great Escape" from his crib to continue exploring and playing in his room. His parents are still not sure how he was able to do it.  But it was a testament to his determination in life to chase what he wanted. Not only did he keep his parents on their toes, but...

Brandan Earl Fowler, a native of Williamsburg, VA transitioned from this life on Sunday, April 11, 2021. Brandan was employed by Byrd’s Restaurant in Newport News. He truly loved his job and all of his wonderful coworkers. To all his coworker at Byrd’s restaurant, Brandan adored each and every one of you. It was a joy for him coming to work every day.  Jason Snyder, he enjoyed working alongside you. Brandan spent his early years playing football, baseball, and his first...

Alvin Lewis Brooks, affectionately known as Be-Lo, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2021, at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center.  Born on December 2, 1965, and educated in the Charles City County School System, Be-Lo was a passionate risk-taker and a go-getter.  He loved his family unconditionally. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor Anabelle Brooks.   He is survived by his loving and devoted sisters, Brenda (Alvin) and Blanche (James); three...

Catherine Holmes Harrison deceased on April 7, 2021, at 5:23 p.m., in her home, 934 Rocky Bottom Road, Spring Grove, Virginia.  She was lovingly attended to by her children, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.  Mrs. Harrison was the widow of Melvin Gordon Harrison and daughter of the late Robert Lee Holmes and Lula Mae Brooks Holmes.  She is also a descendant of several family lines of Surry County, Virginia born, free persons of color.  Catherine was born in the...

Dorothy Walker Wooten Wynne Jenkins spread her wings to meet with the Lord on Saturday, April 10, 2021, at home surrounded by her beloved granddaughters.  She was born on May 1, 1946, second daughter to the late Benjamin and Irene Harris Walker. At an early age, she professed Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at All Nations Church, Surry County, Virginia.  She loved the Lord, and anyone that came in her presence knew it!  She had no problem praising the Lord with or without...

Audrey Dianne Lyons, 65, a resident of Envoy of Williamsburg, passed away peacefully Friday, April 16, 2021, at Riverside Regional Medical Center, from illnesses exacerbated by COVID-19.  As her family called her, Dianne was preceded in death by her parents Mildred and William Lyons, and brother, Kenneth “Kenny Boo” Lyons. Those who knew Dianne know she loved coloring, sewing, playing cards, watching “her stories” on TV, eating, and using the telephone. You knew...

It is with heavy hearts and much love that the family of Walter Taylor announces his passing on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at home in Williamsburg, Virginia.   He was 85 years old. Walter will be sadly missed by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy A. Taylor; their sons, Christopher Taylor, Kenneth Taylor, and Dexter M. Taylor; their daughter, Benita West; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives, and friends.  He is preceded in death by...

On Monday afternoon, March 29, 2021, our dearest Deborah White transitioned to her heavenly home.  Her life began on December 28, 1957, daughter of the late Eunice M. and Junie White of Williamsburg, Virginia.   Deborah was educated in the Williamsburg-James City County Public School system, graduating from Lafayette High School.  She continued her education and graduated from the University of Colorado in Denver.  Deborah, also known as Debbie by her many family...

Martha Louise Hill was born on May 26, 1942, to the late Francis Louise Robinson and Calvin Harvey in Center Cross, Virginia.  She was educated in the Essex County Public schools. Martha fellowshipped at Macedonia Baptist Church, in which she was a committed choir member. On April 1, 1983, Martha married the love of her life Alvin E. Hill and devoted her never-ending love to him. Together they created an unbreakable bond and built their life in Williamsburg, Virginia, where they raised...