On Tuesday, November 7, 2023, Virgil C. Farley, “Pete”, lost his battle with cancer in Williamsburg, VA at the age of 80. He was born on March 7, 1943, to Olivia Totten Farley and Virgil C. Farley of Marmet, WV. He is predeceased by his brother, Danny Farley of Tallahassee, FL, and son-in-law, Glen Mitchell Lucas of Tallahassee, FL. His father was tragically killed in a coal mining accident when the two sons were 5 and 6 years old. He is survived by his devoted wife of 40...

Our beloved, Willie James Bailey, was born on September 5, 1949, in Moore County, NC.  He departed this life on Sunday, November 26, 2023, in Plum Point, VA.  He was preceded in death by his mother Eula Mae Bailey, father Emmett Thorpe, daughter Sibylla Bailey, and sister Geraldine Thorpe.  When Willie was five years old, he moved to Plum Point, VA to live with his uncle and aunt, Fred and Patty Johnson.  He was educated in the New Kent County Public Schools.  After...

On Sunday, November 26, 2023, at 11:22 p.m., God called his devoted servant Joshua Louis Washington home for eternal rest, at Williamsburg Post Acute and Rehabilitation under the care of  Sentara Hospice Services. On April 1, 1931, he was the second child born to the late Mason M. and Lucille R. Washington, of Charles City, Virginia. He is also preceded in death by his siblings, Charles Washington and Lena Banks. He graduated from Ruthville High School in Charles City County, VA. After...

We know life is never measured by how many years we live, but by the kindly things we do and the happiness we give… Ronnie Cossell Gray answered the Master’s call on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Riverside Regional Medical Center, Newport News, Virginia. His life’s journey began on June 18, 1965, son of the late Herman Henry Gray and Thelma Holmes Gray of Williamsburg, Virginia. At an early age, “Ron,” as he was affectionately known, confessed his faith in...

Bishop Virginia Lue Easter Fitts transitioned from this earthly life to heavenly rewards on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Gray of Sussex County, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her former husband Horace Thomas, Sr., and two sons, Horace Leon Thomas, Jr and Ronnie Lee Thomas. She retired from Eastern State Hospital in Williamsburg, Virginia. She embraced the role of motherhood with grace, raising 11 children with love and...

George "BabyLee" Pernell Brooks was born on April 29, 1945, to the late Alberta and Elver Lee of Yorktown, Virginia. George peacefully transitioned to eternal rest on Thursday, November 16, 2023. George graduated from James Weldon Johnson School, now known as Yorktown Intermediate School. He was later employed at VEPCO for many years. He also worked various other jobs. George loved fast cars and motorcycles. He was a member of the Corvette Club and the motorcycle club. He was...

Rae Marrow Foster entered into eternal rest on November 16, 2023. She was born to the late Plato and Virginia Harris Marrow on May 2, 1940, in Charles City, VA. At an early age, she accepted Christ as her Savior and joined Jerusalem Baptist Church in Charles City, VA where she remained a member until her demise. Rae was a dedicated member serving in many capacities over the years including as a member of the Trustee Board, Cemetery committee, and in the Senior Choir.  Rae enjoyed...

Rudolph Lloyd Gordon, affectionately known as “Ruddy,” peacefully transitioned to eternal rest on Thursday, November 16, 2023, with his family by his side. His life began on November 4, 1933, son of the late Albert and Ethlyn Gordon, in Jamaica. At an early age, he wanted to serve and make a difference.  He pursued a career in education as a teacher.  In this role, he was able to tutor and nurture young minds which left an indelible mark on them.  He will forever...

Erma Elizabeth Jones Druitt entered The Masters Kingdom on Monday, November 13, 2023. Her life began on January 28, 1930, as the daughter of the late James Wesley and Gracie Lee Jones. At an early age, Erma professed Jesus Christ as her personal Savior and was a faithful lifetime member of New Zion Baptist Church, Williamsburg VA, where she held several offices in various Church ministries. She was a member of the Senior Choir for over sixty years, The Voices of Zion, and the Missionary...

Lee was born on January 3, 1959, the son of Choay and Leeguyad, and passed away on November 11, 2023.  Lee will be missed for his humor, affable personality, and the ability to make friends wherever he goes. The world will be a little less bright without his smiling face greeting each and every one whose life he's touched.   Lee is survived by his sons, Brandon and Bradley; daughter-in-law, Lisa; grandchildren, Raeylan Lee and Kyler Brooks; siblings, Mary, Margie, Patrick,...