Obituaries

Maggie P. Turner

Maggie P. Turner

Sep 4, 2018

Maggie P. Turner, 67, of Powhatan, passed away in peace September 4, 2018. She is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Roger Turner; two daughter, Angie Turner of Powhatan, Cristie Wojciaczyk of Henrico; sister, Susan Norman of Arizona; two grandchildren, Rick Speakman of Texas, Tayte Abbott of S. Dakota. Anyone who knew her found her to be loyal,...

Bonnie Lou Smook

Bonnie Lou Smook

Sep 3, 2018

Bonnie Lou Smook, 67, passed away at her home in Powhatan, on September 3, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Boyd and Unia (Humphrey) Wolfe, of West Virginia. She is survived by her husband, Pat Smook, daughters, Terrie Vanover (Pete Ayers), Bobbi Corker, Dana Smook Creasy (Matt), and three grandchildren, Chloe Tedder, Dexton Tedder, and Madison Ayers,...

Lucy Hensley Overstreet

Lucy Hensley Overstreet

Sep 1, 2018

Lucy H. Overstreet, 94, of Powhatan, widow of Wiley Overstreet, passed away September 1, 2018. She is survived by two children, Douglas Cash, Linda Johns both of Chester and three grandchildren. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson Hwy.(Rt.60), Powhatan. Graveside services will be held Friday at...

Kenneth Dewey Matney

Kenneth Dewey Matney

Aug 28, 2018

Kenneth D. Matney, 59, of Cumberland, passed away August 28, 2018. He is survived by two sons, Ryan Matney (Tracy) of Powhatan, Chad Matney of Henrico; four brothers, Ira Matney, Ernie Matney, Jeff Matney, Billy Matney; four grandsons, Caleb, Joshua, Josiah and Asher. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bennett & Barden Funeral...

Richard Franklin Mathews

Richard Franklin Mathews

Aug 27, 2018

Richard F. Mathews, 84, of Midlothian, passed away August 27, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Agnes Woodfin Mathews; one daughter, Susan Mathews Sinkiewicz; two sons, Michael P. Mathews ( Connie), Mark F. Mathews; Six Grandchildren, Susan Hayes, Chase Mathews, John Mathews, Kristin Sinkiewicz, Berkeley Mathews and Thomas Sinkiewicz; brother in law, Earl Woodfin of Mechanicsville;...

Jeanie Leigh Arehart Renger

Jeanie Leigh Arehart Renger

Aug 26, 2018

Jeanie Leigh Arehart Renger, 77, of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away August 26, 2018. She was born on April 27, 1941 to Lewis & Pauline Arehart. Jeanie met and married her handsome Army Lt., Gary Renger, in 1963 and they held hands through 55 years of marriage and raised their two daughters in San Diego, CA and Powhatan, VA. She is...

Michael Ray Lee

Michael Ray Lee

Aug 24, 2018

Michael Ray "Mike" Lee, 63, of Powhatan, passed away August 24, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Sue Bailey Lee; three daughters, Michelle, Jennifer, Kelli; step son, Eric Prindes; sister, Mary Pierce; two special nephews, Tony and William Lee; five grandchildren, two great grandchildren, several great and great-great nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6...

Colon Lee  McArtan, Sr.

Colon Lee McArtan, Sr.

Aug 22, 2018

Colon L. McArtan, Sr., 76, of Powhatan, left this world to be with the Lord August 22, 2018. Colon worked for Greyhound Bus Lines for 26 years and served in the Navy for 4 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary; two sons, Colon, Jr. and Robert; two daughters, Vickie Black and Gail Wood; five...

Colleen  Dawson Palmore

Colleen Dawson Palmore

Aug 18, 2018

Colleen Dawson Palmore, 82, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord and the love of her life, Ellis, with her family by her side on August 18, 2018. She is survived by her children, Robert M. Palmore (Patsy), Linda Cheatham, Janet Trivett (John), David E. Palmore (Jill), Tracey Smith (Rick); one sister, Shirley Lloyd ( Randy) of Amelia; twelve...

Paul  E. Hatcher

Paul E. Hatcher

Aug 18, 2018

Paul E. Hatcher, 75, of Cumberland, died August 18, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Frankie Hatcher; sons, Anthony Hatcher, Ed Kelly; stepdaughters, Ann Summerville, Linda Dawson, Penny Morris; five grandchildren; two special people in his life, Joseph Kelly and Peggy Woodson. No services to be held. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com

Joshua  David Meier

Joshua David Meier

Aug 15, 2018

Joshua David Meier, aka “The Man”, passed away August 15,2018. He died, as he lived, doing all the things he loved, in the place he loved, surrounded by those who loved him best. Josh lived life to it’s very fullest, never backing down from a challenge, quick with a joke and a laugh and being the very best friend, he...

Thomas James Goasa

Thomas James Goasa

Aug 6, 2018

Thomas J. Goasa, 76, of Powhatan, widower of Betty F. Goasa, died August 6, 2018. He is survived by two daughters, Ruth Ann Leonard (William), Penny Ann Tunstall (Lawson) both of Midlothian; one son, Thomas W. Goasa of Powhatan; daughter in law, Patricia B. Goasa who was his beloved caregiver and friend; two brothers, Joe Goasa of Arkansas, Charles Goasa...

Ralph   Edwin "Ed"  Owen

Ralph Edwin "Ed" Owen

Aug 3, 2018

Ed Owen, 70, of Cumberland, passed away August 3, 2018. He is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Buckner (Greg) of West Point, Theresa Boley (Danny) of Powhatan; one son, Bobby Owen of Cumberland; step children, Richie Hanvey, R.J. and Allison Biebee; six grandchildren, Katlin, Owen, Savannah, Mitchell, Victoria and Alivia. Ed will forever be remembered for his love for his...

John  Nelson "Johnny" White, Jr.

John Nelson "Johnny" White, Jr.

Aug 2, 2018

John Nelson White, Jr., aka Johnny White from Amelia, 59, has gone to be with the Lord on August 2, 2018. He is preceded in death by his nephew Bobby Gray, parents, John N. and Alice White, Sr.; his grandparents, "Granny" Pearl White and "Grandpa" Phil White. He left behind a son, Samuel Nelson White, sister and friend Debbie Harris(Robbie),...

Bonnie Lampkins  Tilman

Bonnie Lampkins Tilman

Aug 1, 2018

Bonnie Lampkins Tilman, 79, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord August 1, 2018. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Tilman Lewis (Jim) of Powhatan; three sisters, Lena Dunn of Richmond, Betty Hartsock (Larry) of Tennessee; Bernice Scruggs (John) of North Carolina; three grandsons, Jay, Mark and Ross Lewis. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to...

Ethel H. Leber

Ethel H. Leber

Jul 31, 2018

Ethel H. Leber, 99, of Powhatan, passed away July 31, 2018. She is survived by her children, Lois L. Cooley of Montpelier, Louis W. Leber (Mary) of New Kent, Lorine L. Heath (Gene) of Powhatan; six grandchildren, many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. The family will receive friends (tonight) Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bennett &...

Royce S. Goodwyn

Royce S. Goodwyn

Jul 22, 2018

Royce S. Goodwyn, 89, of Powhatan, passed away July 22, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Barbara L. Goodwyn; three daughters, Jennifer G. Pugh (Glenn), Cindy G. Thomas (Bob), Sandra G. Parker (Gene); two brothers, Archie Goodwyn, R.C. "Pal" Goodwyn, Jr.; one sister, Mary Jane Ransone all of Powhatan; eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. The...

Karen Laverne Passmore

Karen Laverne Passmore

Jul 21, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Karen Laverne Passmore, 56, of Prospect announces her passing on July 21, 2018. She was preceded in death by her mother, Katherine Passmore and her sister, Sharlene Rowe. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, T. Dawn Passmore and the love of her life, grandson, Dillard Jace Passmore; her father,...

James William "Willie" Hite

James William "Willie" Hite

Jul 20, 2018

James William "Willie" Hite, Sr., 72, of Powhatan, suddenly went to be with the Lord July 20, 2018. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 50 years, Jamie R. Hite, two sons, Willie Hite, Jr.(Toni), Charles R. Hite (Regina) both of Powhatan; two brothers, Emmett Hite, Bobby Goode both of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Jamie, Amber, Jordan, Ashley,...

Lesley Duckworth Andrews

Lesley Duckworth Andrews

Jul 14, 2018

Lesley Duckworth Andrews, 73, of Powhatan, widow of Wayne Andrews, passed away July 14, 2018. She is survived by her children, Christine A. Smith (Anthony) of Charleston, S.C., Mark Andrews (Kathryn) of Fancy Gap; three grandchildren, Veronica, Anthony and Sean. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018 at 4 p.m. in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home,...