Obituaries

Melanie D. Graczyk (Hodgdon), aged 69, Born on December 30, 1954, in Portsmouth, NH, passed away on July 10, 2024, at VCU Medical Center in Richmond, VA. Melanie was a beloved figure amongst her family and friends. When not traveling, Melanie spent her most cherished...

Appropriately, born in Las Vegas, Bonita was the life of the party and approached life as a daily celebration.  Vivacious, energetic, bold and caring; Bonita never met a stranger. Her Bailey Bridge WaWa family loved her kindness and motherly advice.  Her legacy is her...

Tommy Robertson lost his battle with cancer. He fought like a trooper for three years. He got his wings and joined the angels on July 27. His greatest accomplishment was a loving husband to Susan and an amazing father to Amy. He loved family and had a big imprint on...

Taylor Brooke Bernard, born 12 weeks too early on October 20, 2001, died on July 22, 2024.  For all her 22 years, she was determined not to be defined by her cerebral palsy but rather to live her best, most independent life. Beginning as a toddler, she traveled the...

Janet Michelle Slayton Garton  passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2024 at Chippenham Hospital. Born July 21, 1962 in South Hill Va., the cherished daughter of Kermit and Shelby Slayton. After graduating from Longwood College, Janet began her career with Hopewell...

Steve Crittenden, 78, passed away on July 8, 2024 due to complications from a stroke at the Select specialty hospital in Richmond Virginia.  Steve was born at Naval Hospital, Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, North Carolina on October 11, 1945 to Chuck and Marellen...

Patricia (Patti) Jayne Schneider, of Mechanicsville, VA, beloved wife, mother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 5th after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, dedication, and a profound impact on...

Gavin Demazio Giles, born August 17, 1968, in Columbus, Ohio in the back seat of a brand new Dodge Charger, passed away peacefully in his home in Henrico, Virginia, on June 24, 2024, at the age of 55. Gavin's life was marked by his deep love for his family and his...

Joyce A. Gray-Butts, of Bracey, Virginia, passed away on June 26, 2024, at the age of 55. She was born on February 13, 1969, to Charles Gray and Mary Isbell. She was also raised by her stepfather, Donald Isbell. Joyce is survived by her partner, Fiancee Dennis Colby,...

David Winston Falls, 57, of Ashland, VA, passed away on June 25, 2024.  He was born to Winston Neal Falls and Margaret Ann Kloss on August 7, 1966.  He is preceded in death by his father, Winston Falls, and his loving dog, Mojo.  He is survived by his son, Cody Falls,...

McLaughlin, James (Jim), of Mechanicsville, went to his eternal home on Saturday, June 22, 2024 surrounded by his family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of strong faith and cherished memories. Jim is survived by his beloved wife and soulmate of 21 years, Renee...

April 24, 1947 – June 8, 2024   Nancy Yates Jenkins (Yates), 77, of Rockville, Virginia, walked into Jesus’ arms on Saturday, June 8, 2024 after a six-year fight with breast cancer.  She was surrounded by her loving family in the preceding days, and it was evident she...