Obituaries

Rawdin Bland Lipscomb

Rawdin Bland Lipscomb

Jul 14, 2018

Rawdin B. Lipscomb, 82, of Powhatan, the Lord answered our prayers and ended Daddy's suffering July 14, 2018. He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Sylvia Trent Lipscomb, parents, Elisha & Trixie Lipscomb, brother, Jake Lipscomb and his fiancee, Esther Clarke. He is survived by his children, Cherl Jessie (Ronnie), Cindy Simons, Robin Lipscomb, Dale Lipscomb (Judy), Wendy...

Sean Eugene Gregory

Sean Eugene Gregory

Jul 1, 2018

Sean Eugene Gregory, 23, of Bon Air, went to be with Jesus July 1, 2018. He is survived by his parents, John and Darlene Gregory; brother, Ian Gregory; paternal grandma, Lou Gregory and many extended family members and friends. Sean was a 2013 James River High School graduate and never meet a stranger. A graveside service will be held Sunday...

Shirley Lee Davis Graham

Shirley Lee Davis Graham

Jun 30, 2018

Shirley Lee Davis Graham, 87, of Powhatan, passed away June 30, 2018 and endured Alzheimer's for twelve years. She leaves her husband, Jim Graham of 64 years; two daughters, Sandy Graham (Rich Knorowski), Jackie Trickel (Rob); two sons, Darryl Graham (Kathe), Duane Graham; six grandkids and one great granddaughter. She was the daughter of A. L. and Irene Davis. Among...

Lori Ann Mustian

Lori Ann Mustian

Jun 30, 2018

Lori A. Mustian, 51, of Powhatan, passed away June 30, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Mustian; three daughters, Tonya Hunte (Jamie) of Chesterfield, Tamela Mustian, Taylor Mustian both of Powhatan; two sisters, Cheryl Wion, Nancy Rule; six grandchildren, Kaylei, Raegan, Preston, Aubrey, Jase and Braclynn. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the...

Vaughn J.  English

Vaughn J. English

Jun 28, 2018

Vaughn J. English, 86, of Powhatan, died June 28, 2018. He is survived by two sons, Ray English of Chesterfield, Ricky English of Powhatan; three daughters, Betty Ripley of Richmond, Patricia Draper of Chesterfield, Mary English of Powhatan; thirteen grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. in the...

Shirley B. Ewing

Shirley B. Ewing

Jun 26, 2018

Shirley B. Ewing, 82, of Midlothian, widow of George E. Ewing, passed away June 26, 2018. She is survived by two daughters, Wanda Swoap (Dennis) of Powhatan, Elaine Ewing Spangler (Todd) of Henrico and one grandchild, Nicole Swoap-Mullins (Jason). The family will receive friends Saturday from 11 a.m to 1 p.m. in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson...

Douglas Allen Rhoden

Douglas Allen Rhoden

Jun 26, 2018

Doug A. Rhoden, 52, of Columbia, passed away June 26, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Tammy S. Rhoden; five children, Lindsay Treadway of Ashland, Jeremiah Rhoden of Florida, Jacob Rhoden of Goochland, Elijah Rhoden of Cumberland, Madison Rhoden of Farmville; parents, Glenn Rhoden of Cumberland, Carol Bare of Ohio; brother, Glenn Allen Rhoden of Powhatan; sisters, Bonnie Moffitt...

Billie Jean Tribble

Billie Jean Tribble

Jun 20, 2018

Billie Jean Mason Tribble, 87, of Powhatan passed away June 20, 2018, after a brief illness. Billie was an active member in the Garden Club and had very strong faith in the Lord. She was preceded in death by her husband James L. Tribble. She is survived by her daughters Karen J. Tribble of Powhatan, Betsy T. Harris(Tim) and Ellen...

Luella Mae Jardine

Luella Mae Jardine

Jun 13, 2018

God’s greatest gift, Luella Mae Jardine, 81, of Powhatan, was returned to her heavenly home under the watchful eye of family on June 13, 2018. Luella was preceded in death by her loving husband, Anthony W Jardine, Sr. Luella was born on the 13th of February, 1937 in Hershey, Pennsylvania to Samuel and Alma Lehman. She would reminisce of life...

Kenneth C. Babb, Sr.

Kenneth C. Babb, Sr.

Jun 8, 2018

Kenneth C. Babb, Sr., 75, of Powhatan, formerly of Chesapeake, passed away Friday, June 08, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Linda B. Babb; one son, K. C. Babb, Jr. (Annie) and two grandchildren, Chase and Lexie. Services to be announced at a later date.

Bernard Packard "B.P." Smiley, Jr.

Bernard Packard "B.P." Smiley, Jr.

Jun 5, 2018

Bernard P. "B.P." Smiley, Jr., 70, born March 8, 1948, passed away June 5, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Myrtle Smiley; two children, Theresa Horkey (Chris) of Chesterfield, Bobby Smiley (Bobbie Jo) of Southill; sister, Jane Griffin of North Carolina; four grandchildren, Nash Bennett, Corey Bennett, Taylor Smiley and Gary Horkey. B.P. retired from Wilson...

Minnie Sizemore Pollard

Minnie Sizemore Pollard

Jun 2, 2018

Minnie Sizemore Pollard, 85, of Powhatan, formerly of Pamplin, widow of Lester E. Pollard, passed away June 2, 2018. She is survived by four nieces and nephews, Roy Arrington, Gerald Arrington, Audrey Andrews, Linwood Arrington and numerous great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Sizemore; sisters, Zadie Arrington, Elsie Sizemore, Edna Arrington...

Harold K Swanson

Harold K Swanson

May 27, 2018

Swanson Harold K, 87, of Powhatan passed away May 27, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Shirley Swanson; daughter Sandy Swanson; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by one daughter Sheryl. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Friday June 1, 2018 in the Powhatan Community Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com.

Edward  Archer Graham

Edward Archer Graham

May 26, 2018

96, of Powhatan, died May 26, 2018. Preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Betty Gay Winfree Graham; his parents, James Milton and Frances Emanuel Graham. He is survived by one brother, Frances D. Graham of Powhatan; two daughters, Shirley Gay Boelt and Jean Elizabeth Lloyd, both of Powhatan; five grandchildren, Serena Cofer Talley (Tray), William M. Boelt,...

Woodson O. "Woody"  Butler

Woodson O. "Woody" Butler

May 23, 2018

Woodson O. "Woody" Butler, 76, of Powhatan, son of the late Carroll & Louise Butler, passed away May 23, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn M. Butler; two daughters, Wendy Wright (Bill), Renee McGee (Mike); two granddaughters, Kristina Chenault, Kendall Batten; three great grandchildren, Kinsley, Nala, Nolan; two brothers, Bruce Butler (Sylvia), Jim Butler (Peggy); nieces and nephews,...

Ralph T.  Greene

Ralph T. Greene

May 23, 2018

Ralph T. Greene, 89, of Powhatan, passed away May 23, 2018. He is survived by his daughters, Debbie Carpenter, Brenda Regan both of North Carolina; four sisters, Faye Greene of North Carolina, Maggie Cole, Evelyn Johnson both of Goochland, Doris Holt of Powhatan; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two children, Edwin and Katherine Greene....

Verbena Rose "Bena"  Dodson

Verbena Rose "Bena" Dodson

May 17, 2018

Verbena Rose "Bena" Dodson, 60, of Moseley, passed away May 17, 2018. She is survived by her partner, Andrew George; children, Melanie Nichols of Powhatan, Steven D. Dodson of Chesterfield; her parents, Randolph B. Worrell, of Front Royal, Dorothy A. Frank of Richmond; siblings, Keith Worrell of Richmond, Randolph B. Worrell, II (Margaret) of North Carolina, Deborah Norwood of Arvonia,...

William Mayo "Billy"  Campbell, Jr.

William Mayo "Billy" Campbell, Jr.

May 12, 2018

William M. "Billy" Campbell, Jr., 71, of Powhatan, passed away May 12, 2018. Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Della and Mayo Campbell, Sr. and sister, Lucille Wilson. He is survived by one brother, Wayne Campbell of Powhatan; six sisters, Louise Southern of Chesterfield, Joyce Johnson (Walter), Faye Hodges (Newton), Brenda Dickerson (Lewis) all of Powhatan, Linda Jean...

Jamie Lee Donohoe

Jamie Lee Donohoe

May 6, 2018

Jamie Lee Donohoe, 32 of Winchester, formerly of Powhatan passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018. Jamie was the beloved daughter of Dixie Renger (Ken Tilghman) of Powhatan; she also survived by her maternal grandparents, Gary & Jeanie Renger, with whom she had a special bond and mutual admiration; brother, Bryan Donohoe (Mollie Schmitt); sister, Katie Donohoe (Luke Haas); aunt, Jane...

Harold  Astor  Spradlin

Harold Astor Spradlin

Apr 29, 2018

Harold Astor Spradlin, 94, of Powhatan, widower of Iva Kennedy Spradlin, passed away April 29, 2018. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Webb Savens; two grandchildren, Journey Kossiel Webb, Destin Alexander Webb all of Powhatan and one brother, Billy Spradlin of Tennessee. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 6th at 3 p.m. in the Old Powhatan Baptist Church,...