James Clifton "Sonny" Overstreet

Aug 12, 2024

James Clifton “Sonny” Overstreet, 80, of Bedford, Virginia passed away Monday, August 12, 2024, at his home. He was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey on January 6, 1944, a son of the late James Robert Overstreet and Louise Carter Overstreet. He was preceded in death by his mother and father and son, Jason Overstreet, two sisters and one brother.

 He served...

Charles Stephen Christian

Aug 12, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Stephen Christian, 68, who departed from this world on August 12, 2024, in Lynchburg, Virginia at Lynchburg General Hospital. Charles was born on July 18, 1956, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to two dedicated loving parents, the late Archie Christian, Jr. and the late Eula Mae Woodruff Christian.

Charles was a...

John Thomas Wilkes, Jr.

Aug 11, 2024

John Thomas Wilkes, Jr. AKA “Money”, “Man Child”, “Main”, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed peacefully on August 11, 2024.

He was born on November 29, 1948, in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late John Wilkes Sr. and the late Annie Davis Wilkes.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Deloris (Yody) Wilkes.

He received his education at Dunbar High...

Vickie Lynn Zimmerman

Aug 9, 2024

Vickie Lynn Zimmerman, 60, of Union Hall, Virginia passed away on August 9, 2024. She was the daughter of Mabel and Jimmy Zimmerman of Bedford, Virginia. Vickie graduated from Liberty High School in 1982 and went on to graduate from Roanoke College in 1986. She later attended the College of Health Sciences in Roanoke and obtained a degree as a...

George Kenneth Frey, Sr.

Aug 9, 2024

For His own purpose and His perfect plan, God came into our family and took our precious loved one.

George Kenneth Frey, Sr. 89, affectionately known as daddy, Grandpa George, uncle, cousin, deacon, and friend peacefully entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 9, 2024, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital while surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on August 1,...

Yvonnie Ferguson

Aug 9, 2024

On Friday morning August 9, 2024, Yvonnie Sonja Taylor Ferguson 87 of Lynchburg, VA answered the master's call at her residence. She was born May 9, 1937, to the late John E. McCoy, Sr. and Marian Marie McCoy. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Theodore R. Ferguson Sr.; son, Anthony D. Ferguson Sr.; one great-granddaughter, Leighna Grace Ferguson;...

Ruth Langley Ayers

Aug 9, 2024

Ruth Langley Ayers of Amherst, Virginia passed away one day shy of her 92nd birthday on Friday, August 9, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Carrie and John Langley, and the wife of Oscar Bland Ayers, Jr.

She was born on August 10, 1932, in Frost, West Virginia. Ruth was a member of Madison Heights Baptist Church. She had...

Paul Stephen Brahler, Sr.

Aug 7, 2024

Paul Stephen Brahler, Sr., 89, of Forest, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024. He was the husband of JoAnne McLean Brahler for over 64 years.

Paul was born in Washington D.C. on January 2, 1935, a son of the late John Paul Brahler and Barbara Davis Brahler. Paul was retired from General Electric where he worked as engineer and was a...

Marvin L. Harper

Aug 7, 2024

Marvin Lane Harper passed away on August 7, 2024. He was born in Louisa County, VA on March 27, 1953, to the late Harvey and Ruth Harper.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gail; two brothers Gary Harper, Norman Harper; and his sister Tina Harper.

A strong work ethic was important to Marvin which was evident throughout his life. When...

Nadine Mowery Gilmore

Aug 6, 2024

Nadine Mowery Gilmore, 70, of Lynchburg, VA, beloved wife, mother, and daughter, entered eternal life on August 6, 2024 at the Hospice of the Piedmont in Charlottesville, VA, surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 22, 1953, the daughter of Joycie F. Mowery and the late Charles S. Mowery. In addition to her father, she was preceded in...