Shelfunda Shunthia Williams
Jun 15, 2026
Departed this life June 15th, 2026. Ms. Shelfunda Shunthia Williams, age 44, of Richmond. She is survived by her mother Elsie Sykes, her father Tommie L. Williams III; paternal grandmother Daisy Williams; five siblings Tommie L. Williams IV, Tarsha L. Hobbs, Antonie Alston, Leon Sykes Jr., and Trevor L. Sykes(Charise); one aunt Cynthia L. Brown(Wilton); two great aunts Bertha Joshua...
Mary Young Lewis
Jun 13, 2026
Mrs. Mary Lewis, age 87, of Richmond, departed this life on June 13, 2026. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Lewis. She is survived by one daughter, Wanda Green; four grandchildren, Leland, Wyntre & Savannah Green and Miracle Perry; eight great grandchildren; one sister, Shirley Eldridge; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two brothers-in-law, Welford Lewis...
Teresa Felicia Robinson
Jun 12, 2026
Teresa Felicia Robinson, a loving wife, a devoted mother, cherished sister, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026. Born on February 8, 1965, in Newport News, Virginia, Teresa’s life was marked by a radiant spirit and an enduring love for family and community.
Teresa completed her education at Ferguson High School in Newport News, graduating in 1983, and...
Edward Osburn Leonard
Jun 11, 2026
Edward O. "Kill Dee" Leonard, age 72, of Richmond, departed this life on June 11, 2026. He is preceded in death by his father, Wallace Booker. He is survived by two daughters, Che'Vaughn Cole and Clarissa Hall; three grandchildren, Destiny Page, Dynasty Page and Yasiin Allah; one great grandson, Ahmad Logan; his beloved mother, Alvenia "Buddy" Leonard; one brother, Calvin...
Sid Shakir
Jun 9, 2026
Sid Shakir (Norman Graham Jr.), 87, of Richmond, departed this life on June 9, 2026. His survived by two sisters, Majel Graham and Sandra Graham; two brothers, Rev. Ernest Graham Sr. (Rose) and Bernard Graham; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will be held in Wilmington, North Carolina at a later date.
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Lenon Lee Williams
Jun 9, 2026
Lenon Lee Williams, age 80, of Hopewell, departed this life on June 9, 2026. He is survived by his wife, Doris Williams; one daughter, Marquetta Williams Harrison; two sons, Sean (Tonya) and Michael (Nerissa) Williams; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one sister, Bessie Williams; two brothers, Ledell Williams Jr. and Kenneth Williams; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two...
Gifford G. Shrieves
Jun 6, 2026
Gifford G. Shrieves, a devoted postal service worker, tireless advocate, and beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026. Born on June 21, 1957, in Charlottesville, he grew up in an environment that nurtured his vibrant and outgoing spirit, characteristics that would define his life and relationships for decades to come.
A graduate of Charlottesville High School,...
Anthony Darnell Lomax
Jun 2, 2026
Anthony Darnell Lomax, age 64, of Richmond, departed this life June 2, 2026. He is survived by three children Octavia Lomax, Joshua Burrow and Antonio Lomax; four grandchildren Travis Randolph, Jordyn Harris, Julian Burrow and Blessyn Davis; parents Percy and Catherine Lomax; three sisters Vonda Lomax Perry(Hank), Shawnda Lomax and Tracy Jeter Wiley; two aunts Jacquelin Lynn(Tyrone) and Rose Lomax;...
Benjamin Jenelle Harris
May 30, 2026
Departed this life on May 30th, 2026. Benjamin Jenelle Harris, age 33, born November 22, 1992, of Richmond. He is survived by his children Shy’Mone Harris, Shymeira Harris, Keriya Harris and Quinnya Williams; mother Queen Kilby; father Arnold Harris Sr.; one sister Jaunda Harris; five brothers Arnold T. Harris Jr., Krisstopher Harris, Damian Harris, Jaeshawn Harris and Demonte McEachern; a...
D'Marion Marquise Jones
May 30, 2026
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D'Marion Marquise Jones, age 21, of Richmond, departed this life on May 30, 2026. He is survived by his mother, DeAnnette Jones; his father, Ira Simms; maternal grandmother, Katrina Jones; paternal grandparents, Mattie Simms and Ira Eason; four sisters, N' Desha, Terri, Ariyana and lyana; one brother, Bryson; three aunts, Denise, Malvina and Wanda; one uncle, Dion; a...
David Wyatt Johnson
May 26, 2026
David Wyatt Johnson, age 86, of Richmond, departed this life on May 26, 2026. He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Johnson. He is survived by two sons, David Wyatt Johnson Jr. and Wayne Johnson; two grandsons, Wyatt and Caleb Johnson; one brother, Robert Johnson (Arleen); one niece, Kira Patterson (Lemuel); one nephew, Kyle Johnson; great niece, Zara...
Joan Louise Alford
May 26, 2026
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Mrs. Joan Louise Alford, age 87, of Richmond, departed this life May on 26, 2026. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lionel Alford; one daughter, Diane Stroble; and one grandson, Lawrence Bryce Jr. She is survived by two daughters, Joanna Bryce (Larry) and Robin Harris; one son, Jeffrey Harris (Wanda); six grandchildren, Brandon Marshall, Keyana Garrett,...
Laverne Louise Braxton
May 25, 2026
Laverne Louise Braxton, affectionately known as "Dee Dee," 78, departed this life peacefully at home on May 25, 2026. Born on November 1, 1947, in Richmond, VA, she was a graduate of Maggie L. Walker High School and later retired from Bon Secours Health System. She was a master chef and an avid bingo player. Laverne was, is, and forever...
Teri Monte Washington
May 25, 2026
Teri Monte Washington, a beloved son, father, brother, and cherished friend, passed away on May 25, 2026. Born on December 5, 1971, in Richmond, he lived a life marked by warmth, joy, and a deep connection to his family and community.
Teri was a proud graduate of Huguenot High School, part of the Richmond Public Schools system. Throughout his career, he...
Patricia Ann Branch
May 24, 2026
Mrs. Patricia Ann Branch, age 67, of Richmond, departed this life on May 24, 2026. She is survived by two children, Nikki Jackson and Tony Branch; three grandchildren, Jaydin, Journi and Jordin Poindexter; one great grandson, Nasir Poindexter; two sisters, Paulette and Nannette Branch; two brothers, Lonnie and Myron Branch; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; other relatives and...
Tyrone Dillard
May 24, 2026
Tyrone Dillard, age 76, of Richmond, departed this life on May 24, 2026. He is preceded in death by one daughter, Cynthia Brown. He is survived by his life partner, Gail Saunders; two daughters, Alethea Banner(Terrance), and Tayra Dillard; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one great great grandson; a host of nieces, among them a devoted, Cheryl Harmon-Kowry; nephews, among...
Rev. Helen Rose Jefferson
May 23, 2026
Rev. Helen Rose Jefferson, age 85, of Richmond, departed this life on May 23, 2026. She is survived by five sons, John (Gail), Curtis (Linda), Tony (Treda), Theodore (Cheryl) and Michael (Nicole) Jefferson; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one sister, Doris Shannon; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two sisters-in-law, Landonia Fitzgerald and Georgia Paige; other relatives and friends.
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Antonio Jefferson Jr.
May 22, 2026
Antonio "Tony" Jefferson, a beloved handyman known for his skill in building and his infectious humor, passed away on May 22, 2026. Born on March 21, 1989, in Richmond, VA, Tony was a spirited and energetic individual whose caring nature touched all who knew him. He attended Richmond Public Schools and later pursued a career as a self-employed handyman, a...
Haywood Carroll Howard Jr.
May 22, 2026
Haywood Carroll Howard Jr., affectionately known as "Junie," passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026. Born on June 27, 1957, in Richmond, Virginia, Haywood lived a life marked by quiet dignity and devoted service both to his family and his community.
A proud Richmond native, Haywood was educated at John Marshall High within Richmond Public Schools, where he laid the foundation...
Betty Taylor-Brown
May 20, 2026
Mrs. Betty Taylor-Brown, age 76, of Richmond, departed this life on May 20, 2026. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Brown and one son, John H. Lomax Jr. She is survived by two daughters, Sharonda L. Warlington and Tarita J. Taylor; five grandchildren, Jay & Shaquan Lomax, Eboni L. Harper, Princess Warlington and Robert “Tatoe” Taylor; five...