Helen Frances Terrell
Helen Frances Terrell
Helen Frances Terrell, 75, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026. A native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Helen graduated from South Philadelphia High School in 1970. Read Obituary
Obituaries
Noel Thomas Wakelyn, Jr.
In Loving Memory of Noel Thomas Wakelyn, Jr.
March 26, 1960 – 2026
Noel Thomas Wakelyn, Jr.—known to all who loved him simply as Tommy—did not do anything in small measure. He lived with a big presence, a brilliant personality, and a heart so massive it encompassed every person, creature, and corner of the natural world he encountered. Read Obituary
Larry Bruce Kline
Larry Bruce Kline, 76, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026, at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, VA. Read Obituary
Richard Earl “Ricky” Bowler
Ricky Bowler, 60, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, August 12. Ricky will be remembered for his kindness, silly sense of humor, and his love for anything old school hot rods. Read Obituary
Patrice Martin Hogge
Patrice Martin Hogge, 74, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026. She was a lifelong resident of Yorktown, and retired from Colonial Williamsburg in 2012. Read Obituary
Margaret M. Henton
On August 10, 2026 Margaret M. Henton, née Egan, (Marge), a long-time parishioner of both Immaculate Conception Catholic and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Churches, passed into the arms of the Lord who she proclaimed with all of her life. Read Obituary
Sharon Overcash Buffkin
Sharon Overcash Buffkin (December 5,1956-August 9, 2026), known as Sherry or “Sherry B”, of Yorktown, VA, was unexpectedly called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Read Obituary
Richard Sheldon Griffin
Richard Sheldon Griffin, 89, passed away peacefully in his home on August 9, 2026. Read Obituary
David Julius Mason
After a sudden and brief illness, David J. Mason passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 6 surrounded by his loving family. Read Obituary
Donald M. Teel
Seaford, Va. Donald M. Teel 80 passed away peacefully at his home with his wife by his side Friday Aug 7, 2026. Read Obituary
Norman Curtis Rush, Sr.
Tuesday morning, Norman transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home. He left on a special day, August 4, 2026 — which was his mother’s birthday and the 48th anniversary of his father’s passing. Read Obituary
Brenda M. Richardson
Gloucester, Va. – Brenda M. Richardson, 84, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Read Obituary
Luta Skittletharpe Smith
Luta Skittletharpe Smith
Luta Skittletharpe Smith passed away on July 29, 2026. Read Obituary
Alexander “Alex” Birkbeck
In Loving Memory of Alexander “Alex” Birkbeck
December 1937 – July 9, 2026
Alexander “Alex” Birkbeck passed away on July 9, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia. Born in Wallasey, England, in December 1937, Alex lived a full life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his community. Read Obituary
Eileen Marie (Platt) Gryn
Eileen Marie (Platt) Gryn, 77, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, in Gloucester, Virginia. Read Obituary
Alisa Prillaman Johnson
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alisa Prillaman Johnson. Alisa passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 15, 2026. Read Obituary
Sandra Flowers Dye
Sandra Flowers Dye (81) a lifelong resident of Seaford, VA was called home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2026. Read Obituary
Elderedge Hughgene Hunsecker, Jr.
Elderedge Hughgene Hunsecker Jr., affectionately known as Gene, passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2026, at the age of 72. Read Obituary
Nancy Jane Monroe
Nancy Jane Monroe passed away peacefully at home on July 16th, with loved ones at her side. Read Obituary
Robert Michael “Mike” Hartley
Robert Michael “Mike” Hartley
It is with deep sadness that we share Mike’s passing. He left us unexpectedly on Friday, July 10th, 2026. Read Obituary
John M. Salisbury
John Martin Salisbury
July 13, 1947 – July 12, 2026
John M. Salisbury, 78, was born on July 13, 1947, at the Air Force Base in Puerto Rico. Read Obituary
Truman Clifford Whiting, Jr.
Truman Clifford Whiting Jr.
Major U.S. Air Force (Retired)
February 12, 1944 – July 7. 2026 Read Obituary
Philip Lane Tyler
Philip Lane Tyler was born on December 8, 1951, in Staunton, Virginia, and passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, in Newport News, Virginia. Read Obituary
William C. “Bill” Nettles
Seaford, Va. – William C. “Bill” Nettles, 89, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in his home in Seaford after a short illness. Bill was born in Newport News but grew up in Poquoson until he relocated to York County with his wife, Peggy. He graduated from Poquoson High School and loved to talk about how he would miss class so he could drive the school bus to pick up students for school. He also served in the Army and Navy Reserves. Bill worked at the NN Shipyard after he graduated from the Newport News Apprenticeship Program in 1957 and worked at the Shipyard and then at NASA Langley Research Center Hampton where he retired after 25 years. He was very proud to have worked on the Wind Tunnel and the Lunar Landing Research Facility. He had been involved with the York Lions for many years.
Bill is survived by a daughter, Suzette Sapp (Richard) and a son, Timothy Nettles, three grandchildren, Richard Jr. (Kaitlyn), Noel Williamson, Megan Sapp, and four great grandchildren Kennedy, Penelope, Brielle and Cooper. He is also survived by many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years. Margaret A. “Peggy” Nettles and his parents William W. Nettles and Pearl Edith Nettles.
Bill enjoyed boating and fishing when he was younger and shared his love for water with his children and grandchildren. He loved to look at old cars and was the unofficial driving instructor of the family. He not only taught one of his brothers-in-law how to drive a car, but also his children and grandchildren. As he got older, he would tell everyone “He was a very good driver” and found joy in taking Megan, Kennedy and Brielle for golf cart rides and taught them how to drive that as well.
Memorials can be made to York County Fire and Life Safety or the York Lions Club. We would also like to thank York County Fire and Life Safety for their assistance over the last few years.
Bonnie Lynn (Middleton) Schilbach
Bonnie Lynn (Middleton) Schilbach
October 15, 1974 – June 29, 2026
Bonnie Lynn (Middleton) Schilbach, 51, of Yorktown, Virginia, was called home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2026. Read Obituary
Donald Joseph Progar
Donald Joseph Progar
August 14, 1936 — July 2, 2026
Donald J. Progar, 89, passed away July 2, 2026, surrounded by his wife and children. Read Obituary
Harold William Brazie
Harold William Brazie
In Loving Memory of Harold “Dan” William Brazie
28 July 1948- 01 July 2026 Read Obituary
Kevin Von Miller
Kevin Von Williams
It is with great sadness to learn that Kevin passed away on May 18, 2026. Read Obituary
Ivar F. Browne
Retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Ivar Francis Browne, born March 12, 1939, the only son of the late Howard F. and Lillian R. Browne, departed this life on June 19, 2026. Read Obituary
Ruth Ann Spivey Coski
Ruth Ann Spivey Coski of Richmond died at age 69 from pancreatic cancer on June 23rd. Read Obituary
Terry Samuel Tinney
Terry Samuel Tinney departed this Earth on June 23, 2026, after a long battle with COPD and congestive heart failure to be with his lord and savior, Jesus. Read Obituary
Robert John Schaffner
Yorktown, Va. – Robert John Schaffner, 79, peacefully passed away while his wife, Christine, was at his bedside, holding his hand, on Monday, June 15, 2026. Robert was a native of Kingston, New York. Read Obituary
Douglas Clift Simms
Douglas Clift Simms, 67, a resident of Yorktown, Virginia, (formerly of Atlanta, Ga.) passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026. Read Obituary
Salvador Osvaldo Rodriguez
Salvador Osvaldo Rodríguez Estrella, 93, of Yorktown, Virginia, passed away peacefully on 17 June 2026. Read Obituary
Ruth Shields Whitmore
Ruth Shields Whitmore, 98 of Yorktown, Virginia passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Born August 15, 1927 in Leaksville, NC to Anna Watlington Shields and Bedney Shields. Read Obituary
David Warren Funk
David Warren Funk, 79, of York County, VA, peacefully departed this life on June 17th 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Read Obituary
Sherry Lee Hudgins-Wheless
Sherry Lee Hudgins-Wheless
May 11, 1968 – June 11, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved friend and family member Sherry Hudgins-Wheless, who passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the age of 58. Read Obituary
Anne Taylor
Anne Massie Taylor
10/13/1941 – 06/12/2026
Anne Taylor, a life-long resident of the Virginia Peninsula, passed away on Friday, June 12 at the age of 84. Read Obituary
Tony Dale Collins Sr.
Tony Dale Collins Sr., age 70, of the Virginia Peninsula, passed away on June 13, 2026. Read Obituary
William Charles Stanley “Bill” Busby, IV
William Charles Stanley “Bill” Busby IV, of Yorktown, VA, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the age of 83. Read Obituary
Randall Charles “Randy” Rodgers
Randall Charles “Randy” Rodgers, 59, passed away of natural causes on June 5, 2026. Read Obituary
Patricia Beasley-Rachita
Yorktown, Va – Patricia Beasley-Rachita, 70, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Pat was a native and lifelong peninsula resident. Read Obituary
Mary Louise Sellers Williamson
Mary Louise Sellers Williamson of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on June 6, 2026 at the age of 88. Read Obituary
John Michael Hoer
John Michael Hoer passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, surrounded by the same close-knit family who had been the center of his life from the very beginning. Read Obituary
Timothy Louis Dwiggins
IN LOVING MEMORY
Timothy Louis Dwiggins
July 18, 1950 – May 25, 2026
Timothy Louis Dwiggins, 75, of Yorktown, Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026. He will be remembered for his love of family, his gift for storytelling, and his rare ability to make a friend of every stranger he met. Read Obituary
Eleanor Dorothy Keafer
Eleanor Dorothy Keafer, age 94, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Riverside Hospital with her family by her side. Read Obituary
Charles Dennis Engle
A light has gone out of this world as our father, mentor, teacher, advisor, and most staunch supporter transitioned peacefully to the spiritual realm on May 27, 2026. Read Obituary
William Lesley Perkins
William Lesley Perkins of Newport News, Virginia, aged 78, passed away on May 28, 2026 at Riverside Regional Medical Center with his wife at his bedside. Read Obituary
Garnette Lewis Doggett
Garnette Lewis Doggett, 86, of Grafton, VA, died peacefully in her sleep on June 2, 2026 in her home. Her passing was just 4 months after the passing of her loving husband of 64 years, Billy Doggett. Survived by her 2 children, Annette Wilhelm (Keith) of Gloucester, VA and William Doggett (Robin) of Williamsburg, VA. 6 grandchildren: Wiley (Becky), GraceAnne, Bailey (Brent), Chisholm (Kelsey), Griffin and Claibron, all who loved their “Grandma” dearly. 3 great grandchildren, Ollie, Sadie and Jethro.
Garnette graduated from Lancaster High School in 1958, and Mary Washington College in 1962 with a bachelor’s degree in science. Garnette and Billy were married in 1962 and moved to Newport News. In 1965 they made their forever home in Grafton, VA.
Garnette spent her childhood days growing up on her parents farm in Lancaster, VA with her 2 sisters and 3 brothers. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Morteen and Royeston, She is survived by 2 sisters, Elizabeth and Elsie, and 1 brother, George. Garnette became a high school biology teacher in the fall of 1962 at Warwick High School. She moved to Denbigh High School when it opened and retired from teaching in 1991. Garnette enjoyed horticulture and worked tirelessly on her many flower gardens. She also enjoyed gardening and canning fruits and vegetables.
After retirement she was able to enjoy her grandchildren and eventually her great grandchildren.
Garnette was a member at World Outreach Worship Center and Congregation Zion Sake. She loved the Lord and loved to tell others how much the Lord loved them.
Garnette enjoyed traveling the United States and was able to travel to Europe and the Holy Land with her family to make the Bible come alive in her eyes.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 09, 2026 at 10:00 am at World Outreach Worship Center in Newport News. Service will follow at 11:00 and a reception will follow.
Internment will be at Bethel United Methodist Church in Lancaster, VA on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 3:00 pm.
Virginia Masters Leonard
Virginia Masters Leonard, of Yorktown, passed away peacefully in May 2026. She almost reached her 95th birthday. Read Obituary
