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10/07/2025

June 14, 1957 – October 3, 2025

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” – 2 Corinthians 5:8

With heartfelt love and gratitude, the family celebrates the life of Mr. Dennis Martin Coles, Sr., who peacefully departed this life on October 3, 2025, at the age of 68.

Dennis was born on June 14, 1957, in Mecklenburg County, Virginia, to the late Jessie Coles, Sr. and Juliet Coles. He joined St. Luke Baptist Church in Skipwith, Virginia, at an early age, where he developed a strong foundation of faith that remained with him throughout his life.

A proud graduate of Bluestone Senior High School, Class of 1975, Dennis was known for his hard work, dedication, and humble spirit. He worked on the family farm and later at Russell Stover Candy Factory in Clarksville, Virginia.

Dennis enjoyed life’s simple pleasures — fishing, hunting, and playing basketball — and could often be found riding around Clarksville with his best friend, Ray Terry, sharing stories, laughter, and friendship.

He was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend. He is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Jimmy Syndor. He leaves to cherish his memory four children: Veronica Coles (Lanard Kinyon) of Oxford, NC; Dennis Martin Coles, Jr. of Greensboro, NC; Clifton Antonio Coles (Lashauna) of Fountain, CO; and Makayla Coles of Lawrenceville, VA. He was blessed with nine loving grandchildren who brought great joy to his heart.

Dennis also leaves behind five brothers — Jessie Jr, Larry (Millie), Howard, Frank, and Tony — and two sisters, Barbara Wade (Reginald) and Rosa. His extended family includes three uncles, Albert Coles, Lloyd Coles, and Alexander Coles; two aunts, Marie Daniel and Josephine Baptist; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Among them, he shared a special bond with his nephew, Marcus Coles, and his lifelong friend Ray Terry, both of whom held a very special place in his heart.

Dennis will be remembered for his quiet strength, easy smile, and the love he poured into his family and friends. His life was one of faith, humility, and joy — a legacy that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Though he is gone from our sight, his spirit will forever remain with those who loved him.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 2:00PM-6:00PM.

Funeral service will take place on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 1:00PM at the Carter's Funeral Home Chapel; 206 Virginia Avenue; Clarksville, VA. Elder Charles D. Allen will deliver the eulogy.

09/27/2025

Christopher Lamont Irby entered eternal rest on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Bon Secour Regional Memorial Hospital in Richmond, VA. He was born July 22, 1976 to Cecelia Royster Irby and the late Percy Carl Irby, Jr.
Chris was educated in the public schools of Mecklenburg County and graduated from Bluestone Senior High School in 1994. He tested the waters in the work world but nothing seemed to suit him. He decided to attend truck driving school and found his calling. Chris worked for several trucking companies and finally landed his dream job with UPS. He received several awards for his driving skills and safety.
Confessing his faith in Christ at an early age, he was baptized and joined St. Luke Baptist Church in Skipwith, VA. Being the boy that he was, his mother often took him by the hand and led him into church until Chris got the message!
Chris was united in holy matrimony to his dream girl, and true love on November 12, 2013.
Cherishing his memory are his loving wife Naomi, five children, Desaree, Desmond, Andrew, Jaden and Christen of Henrico, VA; his mother Cecelia R Irby of Chase City, VA; one brother Daryl M. Irby, Sr. of Chesterfield, VA; mother-in-law Mrs. Harriet Thweatt; three sisters-in-law April, Latoya and Nicole Thweatt; of Richmond, VA; one uncle, John C. Royster (Wanda) of Chase City, VA; six aunts Robin Peatross (Randy) of Richmond, VA; Dr. Laura Royster of Detroit, MI, Hazel R. Robertson of Skipwith, VA, Joann Royster (Linwood) of Chase City, VA, Deborah Howard (Marcus) of Williamsburg, VA and Theresa R. Stephens of Fredericksburg VA; five nieces Deven Carter (Tyreek) of Chesterfield, VA; Aaryn and Ava Coleman, Nyla and Nijae Thweatt of Henrico, VA; three nephews Darwin L. Irby of San Francisco, CA; Daryl M. Irby, Jr. (Leticia) of Petersburg, VA; and Nikei Thweatt of Henrico, VA; one great niece and nephew Emory and King lrby of Petersburg, VA; Many loving and caring cousins, a world of lifelong friends, along with his UPS family.
Visitation for Mr. Christopher Lamont Irby will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the Carter's Funeral Home, 206 Virginia Avenue, Clarksville, VA from 2:00PM-7:00PM. Funeral service will take place on Monday, September 29, 2025 at the St. Luke Baptist Church; 2676 Middle School Road; Skipwith, VA 23928. There will be a two hour visitation on Monday, September 29, 2025 beginning at 11:00AM. Service will then take place at 1:00PM.

09/17/2025

Kenneth Martin Tucker, 69 of Durham, NC entered eternal rest on Friday September 12, 2025, in Durham, NC.

Kenneth best known as “Jack” was born in Boydton, VA. at home on March 10, 1956, to the late Gloria Tucker Reynolds, being raised by his late grandmother Callie Tucker. He graduated from Bluestone Senior High School in 1976. He worked in the to***co fields
growing up, also with Timberlake Masonry in Skipwith VA., Reverend Carter, Southland Products in Skipwith, VA, and Pallet One in Chase City Va. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, working on cars and spending time with his family.

In addition to his mother Gloria, he was preceded in death by his daughter Angela D. Walker and grandparents Callie and Will Tucker.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories three children, Kenneth Tucker, Jr. of Raleigh, NC, Dexter Leon Tucker and April Shaunt’e Tucker both of Henderson, NC and 6
grandchildren. Five brothers Dennis Tucker (Elke) of Manassas, VA, Wilson Reynolds of Pennington Gap, VA, Charles Reynolds (Shantell) of Clayton, NC, Stevie Reynolds (Barbara) of Chesterfield , VA and Michael Reynolds (Frances) of Durham NC, four sisters Marie Webb (Claiborne) of Durham NC, Della Braschi of Wake Forest, NC, Gloria Reynolds (Miguel) of St. Cloud, FL, and Wanda Williams (Rodney) of Boydton,
VA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, 20, 2025 at 2:00PM at the Carter's Funeral Home Chapel; 206 Virginia Avenue; Clarksville, Virginia 23927.

Interment is private.

09/12/2025

Remembering David

David Lincoln Moseley, Sr., son of the late James Douglas Moseley, Sr. and the late Willie Clarice Gregory Moseley was born on September 25, 1937, in Boydton, Virginia. David, the fourth of six children, was educated in the public schools of Mecklenburg County, Virginia. In 1955 David graduated from East End High School and attended St. Paul’s College, Lawrenceville, Virginia, where in 1959 he graduated with a Bachelor of Science. In 1969 he received a Master of Education from the University of Lynchburg, formerly known as Lynchburg College. David then completed additional studies at the University of Virginia, and Virginia Polytechnical University.
David began his 32-year education career in Mecklenburg County, VA. His career was interrupted by the Selective Service who drafted him into the military. David served in the United States Army for 2 years. Upon completion of his tour of duty, David returned to Virginia and resumed his career in Appomattox. David taught Industrial Arts for 4 years at Dunbar High School, was Assistant Principal at Robert E. Lee, Linkhorne, and E C Glass for 10 years. He then moved into Administration with Lynchburg City Schools and served as Director of Adult and Vocational Education for 13 years. After retiring from the Lynchburg City School System, David worked at Central Virginia Community College as the Related Instructional Coordinator for Apprenticeship Training for 3 years and served on the Amherst County School Board for 9 years. Later in life he was a volunteer at Centra Cardiac Rehabilitation program.
David met the love of his life, the late Annie Belle Farrar, while they were both teaching at Hillcrest Elementary School in Clarksville, Virginia. They were married on January 11, 1964, and were blessed with two children, Elizabeth Clarice Moseley and David Lincoln Moseley, Jr.
David was an active member of Jerusalem Temple United Holiness Church in Boydton, Virginia until moving to Lynchburg, Virginia where he joined Jackson Street United Methodist Church in 1966. He served as Lay Leader, Chaiman of the Board, Chairman of Finance, President of the United Methodist Men, Men’s choir member, and teacher for the Men’s Sunday School class. David also was Chairman of Trustees for the Lynchburg District of the United Methodist Church and several committees for the Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.
David was a life member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated and a Golden Heritage Life Member of the NAACP.
David joined Long Mountain Lodge #204 in November 1965 and served in all capacities. Most recently he was Past Master of Long Mountain Lodge. He joined Constantine Consistory #105 in March 1967 where he served in all capacities. Most recently as Past Commander and Chief. He also served as Grand First Lieutenant Commander of the Virginia Council of Deliberation. David was a member of the Aladin Temple in Roanoke, Virginia. He was also a Member of the Holy Royal Arch Masonry. David was a 33rd degree Mason.
David was also an active member of his community. He served on several boards and improvement projects including Habitat for Humanity and the Hunton Randolph Community Center.
David enjoyed being outdoors. He took pride in his well-manicured lawn and garden. He loved nature. He enjoyed watching all the animals that came through his yard. The birds, the occasional black bear, the ground hog that turned his pool house into a bachelor pad, the squirrels who were notorious for knocking over the bird feeder and even the deer who tried to eat all his vegetables.
David leaves to cherish his memory his two children, Elizabeth Clarice Moseley and David Lincoln Moseley, Jr (Leela). one sister, Christine Marcy, PhD., three sisters-in law Mavis Farrar, Audrey Clayton, and Annette Dudley(Reeves), one brother-in-law Arthur Farrar (Liz), one recently discovered cousin Mary Taylor, five nephews, eight nieces, six great nephews, 4 great nieces, five great-great nephews, three great-great nieces, three adopted daughters Maranda Payne, Tolear Walton, and Hilda Williams Giles and a host of cherished family and friends.
Visitation will held on Friday, September 12, 2025 at Jackson Street United Methodist Church; 901 Jackson Street, Lynchburg, VA. Funeral Service, Saturday, September 13,2025 with visitation beginning at 10:00am with the service beginning at 11:00am.
Interment will take place on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00am.

The interment will take place at Fort Hill Memorial Park, 5196 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24502.
Franklin-Hutcheson Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

09/11/2025

The family of David Moseley is requesting that in lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to Jackson Street United Methodist Church, 901 Jackson Street, Lynchburg, VA

09/08/2025

David Moseley, 87 of Madison Heights, VA died on Friday, September 5, 2025. Mr. Moseley was born and raised in Boydton, VA. Funeral Service for Mr. Moseley will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 11:00AM at the Jackson Street United Methodist Church, 901 Jackson Street, Lynchburg, VA.
Franklin-Hutcheson Funeral Home of Lynchburg, VA is in charge of the arrangements.

08/22/2025

Clarence Gregory was born March 19, 1953 to the late Agnes Hogue Harris in Mecklenburg County. Clarence gained his heavenly wings on August 16, 2025 at VCU Hospital after battling cancer.
Early in life, he joined the Army and served in the Vietnam War. He later met and married Sherry Gregory and to this union, two stars were born.
He was preceded in death by his mother Agnes Harris, stepfather George Harris, sister Helen Wright, and a brother, Lawrence Gregory.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories a wife Sherry Gregory, daughter Lisa Gregory (Bryan), son Clarence Gregory sister Mary Burwell(Jim) a loving mother- in-law Delories Williams (Leroy), Four grandchildren Destiny Smith, Jermaine Smith, Demarc Oliver, Michael Daye and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 1:00PM at the Carter’s Funeral Home Chapel; 206 Virginia Avenue; Clarksville, Virginia 23927.

08/16/2025

Bernice Jones Harrison

Bernice Jones Harrison was born on May 12, 1949 in Mecklenburg County to the parents of Catherine Pulliam and John C. Jones. She was brought up in the church and loving God. As she got older, she accepted God as her personal Lord and Savior.

Bernice worked at Russell Stover Candies, Inc. And Burlington Industries, Inc., Clarksville, Virginia. She worked at these places for a number of years. She later went to work at Wal-Mart in South Hill, Virginia as a Greeter. Wherever she went, everybody loved her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Catherine Davis and her husband, Abraham L. Harrison.

She leaves to cherish her memories; two children, Shirelle (Anthony) Bullock, Christopher Harrison (Zykera Wardrick); two grandchildren, Kalenia Alexander, Jazavair Alexander; one sister, Bertha (Odell) Oliver; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Special thanks to all of her caregivers.

Bernice was a light unto everybody’s path. She always made you laugh and smile.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 12:00 noon at the Pulliam Family Cemetery, 4480 Highway 92, Chase City, Virginia 23924.

Carter’s Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

07/25/2025

Mary Bell Mason Townes completed her earthly assignment and was awarded her wings on Saturday, July 19, 2025 with her family by her side. She was born February 1, 1936 in Mecklenburg County, Virginia to the late Andrew Lee and Jennie Ivy Mason. Mary was preceded in death by her sisters, Ida Carter, Dolly Bryant, Daisy Pettus, Dorothy Green, Geneva Ho**er, Edith Brooks; brothers, Lewis Terry, Frank Mason and Edward Mason.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Reverend Sampson L. Townes, Sr., of 74 years; seven children; sons, Doctor Junior Townes, Sampson L. Townes (Audrey), Stanley L. Townes; daughters, Mary Lee Townes, Martha Ann Townes, Charlene T. Harper (Calvin) and Barbara T. Jefferson (Wayne); seven grandsons, Isaiah M. Coleman, Sampson L. Townes, III, Jayson Pender, James C. Jefferson (Keshelle); granddaughters, Sharita M. Harper, Danielle M. Townes, Taylor J. Cason (Devan); sister, Alice Bibbs; one brother, Earl Mason (Ruby); a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Mary accepted Jesus Christ into her life at an early age and was a longstanding member of St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church. She began her education in the Mecklenburg County School System and attended Finchley Elementary School. Mary was a homemaker and housewife for most of her life and concentrated her time on her favorite passions, her children, grandchildren, flowers and gardening.

Mary truly loved her family. She had a heart of gold and was always putting the needs of others before her own. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Carter’s Funeral Home Chapel, Clarksville, Virginia. The family will receive friends at 11:00AM and service will begin at 12 Noon. Burial will follow at the St. John African American Episcopal Church, Wilkerson Road and Puryear Store Road, Finchley, Virginia.

Pastor Ronald Thornhill of the Tabernacle of Zion Church of Lawrenceville, Virginia will deliver the eulogy.

07/18/2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, Mrs. Sarah Mosley Johnson, affectionately known as “Sadie,” transitioned peacefully from her home on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

She was born on June 4, 1920, in Charlotte County, Virginia, to the late Morton Thomas andAlease Brooks Mosley. She was the granddaughter of the late Rev. Jordan Mosley of Salem Baptist Church in Red Oak, VA.

Sarah received her education in the Charlotte County school system. A lifelong learner, she went on to teach herself many skills, driven by determination, and a love of learning.

A devoted homemaker, she also worked as an In-Home Nanny and faithfully served the Morgan family for over 20 years. Later in life, she opened her heart and home to care for children through her own "Mommy Daycare," continuing to nurture young lives well into her later years.

A woman of faith, Sarah was a missionary at Salem Baptist Church in Red Oak, VA, where she served faithfully until her health declined. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life by gardening, cooking, canning, embroidery, and quilting. She also loved reading, playing checkers, dominoes, and bingo, often surrounded by family and friends.

In 1949, Sarah married Paul C. Johnson, Sr. (deceased), and to this union, three children were born: Patricia J. Evans (Carl) of Burlington, NC, Paul C. Johnson, Jr., of the home, and Baby Johnson, who preceded her in death. She leaves behind a legacy of love, including twelve grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren, and sixteen great-great grandchildren. Sarah was preceded in death by her siblings: Ilean Bates, Florence Lee, Ola Mae Carden, Annie Blanche Mosley, Eldridge “Uncle Poke” Mosley, and Eva Wilson. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Sudy Mosley (Eldridge), and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and extended family members who will continue to cherish her memory.

Visitation for Mrs. Sarah Mosley Johnson will be held at Carter's Funeral Home, 206 Virginia Avenue, Clarksville, VA on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM.

Funeral service for Mrs. Sarah Mosley Johnson will be at Carter's Funeral Home, 206 Virginia Avenue, Clarksville, VA on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM in the chapel. Burial will be private following the service.

In lieu of flowers, you make contributions to the March of Dimes and the American Heart Association. Thank you.

07/01/2025

Lillie T. Pettus was born on October 4, 1946, to the late Daisy G. Britton and Archie James Thomas. She went home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2025, after a long-fought illness.

She was educated in Mecklenburg County, Virginia schools and attended West End High School where she graduated in 1966 and married Harry W. Marrow Jr. and to this union two children were born, Yulando S. Marrow and MiChelle D. Marrow. Lillie was a member of the New Liberty Baptist Church of Finchley, VA, where she served as the church clerk for 2 years and remained a faithful member until her health started to decline and even then she dialed in for church service. She would be the first to tell you she did not go to church every Sunday, but she did go and loved God.

She was one of the first African Americans to work in retail in Chase City, VA. She also worked at Burlington Industries in Clarksville, VA and South Hill, VA. Shealso was a licensed insurance agent for Huff Cook insurance many years. She later went to school in Philadelphia, PA for cosmetology where she graduated and was licensed. She also went to school for nursing, took a Phlebotomy class, and became a Certified Nursing Assistant.

At her time of death, she had retired from nursing. She loved taking care of the sick and less fortunate. She thought everyone needed to be taken care of.

She was preceded in death by her late husband Jerry Pettus. Three brothers James “Jimmy” Thomas, John “Ed” Johnson, and Ernest “Sly” Thomas and four sisters Daisy Hargrove, Mary Louise Jackson, Geraldine Prophet, and Virginia Bates.

She leaves to cherish her memories and live on through two children, devoted daughter, MiChelle (Niecy) Marrow of Highland Springs, VA, and son Yulando (Landy) Marrow (Tracey) of Clarksville, VA. She had four grandchildren Damione R. Marrow, Franki D. Marrow, Ashley Tingen and Patrick Tingen and four great grandchildren KhaMaria Lee, Dameari Marrow, Lyric and Dameiyon Marrow. One sister Rosa Boyce (Rick) of Richmond, VA. She had several devoted friends whom she talked to often and loved dearly, childhood sister- friend Betty Hayes Coates, Gloria (Cookie) Townsend, Margretta Wilson, Estelle Venable, and Jean Mosley who preceded her in death and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

There will be a Walk Through on Friday, July 4, 2025 from 3:00PM-5:00PM. Funeral Service for Mrs. Lillie Thomas Pettus will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the New Liberty Baptist Church at 12 Noon. Reverend Mack Talley, Pastor is the eulogist.Arrangements trusted in the hands of Carter's Funeral Home.

06/19/2025

Spencer Dion Mosley Sr., of Red Oak, Virginia, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and quiet passion for the simple joys of life. Born to Daniel and Luvern Mosley in South Boston, Spencer was a devoted son, a caring father, and a loyal friend to many.

Spencer was preceded in death by his beloved aunt, Fannie Carrington, whose influence and love
remained with him throughout his life.

In addition to his mother, Luvern Davis and father, Daniel Mosley (Maryann), he is survived by his five children: Spencer Mosley Jr. of Meherrin, VA; Michael Jones (Tiffany) of Keysville, VA; Muneerah Hall of Clarksville, VA; Shaleshia Richardson (George) of Wake Forest, NC; and Iyisa Smith of Norfolk, VA. He was also a proud grandfather to seven grandchildren, each of whom brought him great joy and pride. He also leaves behind four sisters: Janet Feggins, Daneko Wilson (Paul), Debbie Reynolds, Tracy Montoya (Raul), and one brother: Donnell Mosley (Carolyn), and a host of nieces and nephews.

Spencer had a deep appreciation for nature and personal wellness. He found peace and
excitement in kayaking and fishing, and he was passionate about bodybuilding, a discipline that
reflected his inner strength and determination.
Professionally, Spencer found fulfillment working for Securitas at Microsoft in Boydton, VA, where he built lasting relationships with his coworkers and took great pride in his work. His dedication and positive spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew him there.

Spencer Dion Mosley Sr. will be remembered for his steady presence, his love for his family,
and the quiet strength with which he lived his life. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

Viewing for Mr. Spencer Dion Mosley, Sr. will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Carter's Funeral Home, 206 Virginia Avenue, Clarksville, Virginia from 5:00PM - 8:00PM. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at the Salem Baptist Church, 4050 To***co Road, Red Oak, Virginia 23964 at 2:00PM. Reverend Loretta Bailey will deliver the eulogy.

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