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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Gary Edward Ware Sr.Gary E Ware Sr, departed this life on April 2...
04/24/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Gary Edward Ware Sr.

Gary E Ware Sr, departed this life on April 23, 2026. Gary was born on August 18, 1958 to the late James E Ware and Corretta Dean Ware. He was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Dallas Crews Sr and Betty Crews, as well as three sisters-in-law, Dorothy Crews, Brenda Crews and Linda Ware.

Gary truly loved the Lord, his family, and sharing his life with all those he cherished. He leaves behind his loving wife, Frances A Ware, and four children, Demetra (Eric) Pannell, Gary Ware Jr, Kenneth Ware (Raquel), and Lisa Ware. His legacy continues through his thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by two brothers, Frank Jerome Ware and James H Ware; three sisters, Sheila Haskins, Janine Ware, and Linda G Ware; two sisters-in-law, Joyce Crews and Della Reese Crews and one brother-in-law, Dallas Crews Jr.

A funeral service will be held 1pm on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Community Funeral Home.

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Betty Lou Shavers.Betty Lou Shavers of Lynchburg departed this li...
04/21/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Betty Lou Shavers.

Betty Lou Shavers of Lynchburg departed this life on Monday, April 20, 2026 at Lynchburg General Hospital.

A visitation will be held from 2pm to 3:30pm on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Community Funeral Home.

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Harold Thomas Alexander.Harold T. Alexander was born on December ...
04/20/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Harold Thomas Alexander.

Harold T. Alexander was born on December 7, 1943, to the late Alonza and Blanche Harris Alexander. Harold was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and cousin.

A funeral service will be held 1pm on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Court Street Baptist Church 517 Court Street, Lynchburg, VA. Family and friends will assemble at the church.

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Helen Roberson.Helen Bennett Roberson, 86, of Lynchburg, Virginia...
04/15/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Helen Roberson.

Helen Bennett Roberson, 86, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her residence on April 14, 2026. Helen was born in Monroe, Virginia, on January 4, 1940, to the late Connie Castine Kelley Thomas and Eugene Thomas.

She was a devoted member of New Dearington Baptist Church in Lynchburg, where her faith remained an important part of her life. Helen graduated from Dunbar High School and went on to dedicate over 40 years to the medical field. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing compassionate care to countless patients throughout her career. She spent many years caring for the elderly, including 15 years at Floyd’s Nursing Home, and later retired from Medical Care Center after four decades of service.

Helen was known for her caring spirit, strong work ethic, and dedication to helping others. She found joy in taking care of people and made a lasting impact on everyone she serviced. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pitt Landon Roberson; five brothers, Eugene Thomas Jr., Elvin Leroy Thomas, Pervis Oswald Thomas Sr., James Preston Thomas, and Bobby Jackson Thomas; and four sisters, Connie Castine Thomas, Emily Hawkins Burke, Elaine Poe and Curtis Mae Thomas.

She leaves to cherish her memory her beloved daughter, Jacqueline Bennett Bradley; her son, David Wayne Bennett (Lorna) of Raleigh, NC; three sisters-in-laws, Milford, Phyllis and Laverne Thomas. She also leaves behind four grandchildren, Kimberly Bradley (Barry Johnson, Sr.), Brendan Bennett, Taylor Collins and Aryn Collins (Sean McComb); three great-grandchildren, Tony, Avery and BJ and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A funeral service will be held 12pm on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at New Dearington Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Rising Sun Memorial Garden. Family and friends will assemble at the church. Her remains will lie in state one hour prior to the service.

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Rodney "Tyke" Hull.Rodney “Tyke” Hull of Lynchburg departed this ...
04/13/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Rodney "Tyke" Hull.

Rodney “Tyke” Hull of Lynchburg departed this life on Friday, April 10, 2026 at Lewis Gale Hospital in Salem.

A funeral service will be held 12 pm, Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Tree of Life Ministries. Military Rites will be provided by Fort Lee Honor Guard. Family and friends will assemble at the church,

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Please join us in wishing our very own Shirley Berry a blessed birthday 🎂
04/11/2026

Please join us in wishing our very own Shirley Berry a blessed birthday 🎂

Please join us in wishing our very own Octavia Carpenter a blessed birthday 🎈
04/10/2026

Please join us in wishing our very own Octavia Carpenter a blessed birthday 🎈

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Stephanie Bronwyn Richardson.Remembering Stephanie Bronwyn Richar...
04/09/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Stephanie Bronwyn Richardson.

Remembering Stephanie Bronwyn Richardson
Stephanie Bronwyn Richardson was born on September 28, 1963, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy built on love, strength, and cherished memories. Her life was marked by her dedication to family, her resilience, and her compassionate spirit.

Family and Early Life
Stephanie was the beloved daughter of the late Ruth Donigan Richardson and the late James Irvin Richardson. Growing up surrounded by family and community, she developed a spirit of resilience and compassion that carried her throughout her life.

Siblings
Stephanie is survived by her loving siblings: one brother, Stephen Richardson of Philadelphia, and one sister, Dawn Rorls of Philadelphia. She was preceded in death by her sister, Kimberly Richardson.

Children and Grandchildren
Stephanie was a devoted mother, leaving behind five beloved children: Katrice Young (Walter Young), Tamika Alexander, William Hamlette, Stephanie Scott, and Keyanna Jones (Tim Jones). Her legacy continues through her seven grandchildren: Omarion Young, Janelle Young, Zoe Young, Amora Hamlette, Egypt Jones, and the late Kase Jones. Stephanie also treasured her grand dogs, including the late Izzy Alexander, Nova Chloe Alexander, Tupac, Thugga, and Milo, with whom she celebrated her birthday with. Her greatest joy was found in her role as a mother, and her influence will live on through her children and grandchildren.

Friendship and Community
Stephanie is remembered by her devoted friends: Kevin Bell of Philadelphia, Patricia Davis of Philadelphia, and the late Venessa Callaham of Philadelphia. Their companionship was an important part of her life, and they will continue to cherish her memory.

Legacy of Love and Strength
Stephanie will be remembered for her kindness, her strength, and the love she gave so freely to all those around her. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her memory will be forever treasured in the hearts of her family and everyone who knew her.

A Message of Gratitude
Thank you all for the love and support that you have shown during this time.

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Diane Patricia Younger.“I expect to pass through this life but on...
04/09/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Diane Patricia Younger.

“I expect to pass through this life but once. If therefore, there is any kindness I can show, or any good I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, for I shall not pass this way again.”

On Saturday, April 4, 2026, God saw fit to pick Diane Patricia Younger from his flower garden. She was born on August 17, 1955 in Lynchburg, VA. Diane was known as “Lady D” aka Motown. Diane attended grade school in Newark, NJ and Detroit, Michigan (Motown). She attended E. C Glass High School in Lynchburg, VA as well as Central Virginia Community College where she earned her Associates Degree in Business Management.

Earlier in life Diane worked for many years as Lynchburg’s favorite Cable Vision customer service representative before she became the favorite for QUEST Technology Systems. She was very organized and her attention to detail was obvious to all who knew her. Diane leaves a rich legacy of action and perseverance.

Diane was preceded in death by her father, Archie Younger; her mother, Bertha Cox and her granddaughter, Hanna Morgan.

Those left to cherish her memories are her daughter, Mandia Morgan; grandchildren, Sheldon, Zion and Lola Morgan; her siblings, James Boyd (Virdel), Mary Early (Earl) and Jerry Younger and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Diane’s vibrant spirit, love and laughter will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Though she will be deeply missed, her memory will forever be a source of comfort, inspiration and joy to those she leaves behind.

A memorial service will be held 1pm on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Community Funeral Home.

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Stephen Anthony Andrews.Stephen Anthony Andrews, affectionately c...
04/09/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Stephen Anthony Andrews.

Stephen Anthony Andrews, affectionately called Poobie, age 38 of Lynchburg, VA entered into eternal rest on April 4, 2026 at his residence after a long illness. He passed peacefully surrounded by his mother who raised him from birth.

Stephen was born on December 4, 1987 in Lynchburg, VA. His birth mother is Gloria Blake Andrews and his mother who raised him from birth is Angela Blake Turner. Stephen was a devoted son, a faithful brother and a loyal friend. He received Christ and was baptized at an early age in Washington, DC. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Berkeley Blake Sr. and Lula Blake Dawson.

Stephen attended Middle Creek High School in Lilburn, Georgia and transitioned to Lynchburg, VA during his junior year where he finished out his high school education by obtaining a GED.

Stephen was a man of great wisdom. He was the kind of man who would give you tough love when you need it and make you laugh if you were feeling down. Stephen touched countless lives with his honesty and his generosity and showed the love of Christ with compassion to all he met.

Stephen was a dedicated and loyal employee of DTI in Georgia for several years, Tri-Tec and a furniture company in Lynchburg until his body gave way to sickness in 2016.

Stephen is survived by his birth mother, Gloria; his mother who raised him from birth, Angela; brothers, Chris Hayes, Elbryn Goode (Cindy), Jeffrey Blake, Kevin Goode, Leon Blake, Steven Goode (Krystina), Terrance Goode and Troy Blake; sisters, Anslena Blake, Belinda Andrews, Gloria Andrews, Larysse DeBose (Marcus), Leslie Blake, Monique Jones and Tanya Allen (Clayton); uncles, Berkley Blake Jr. (Laurie), Warren Blake and Gregory Blake; great uncle, Warren Calloway; aunts, Crystal Hosey and Vivian Drew and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Stephen’s life was a beautiful testament of God’s grace. He leaves a legacy of faith compassion and love to impact generations to come.

A memorial service will be held 11am on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Community Funeral Home.

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04/07/2026

I am forever grateful for all of the birthday love that was expressed to me today from everyone of you!! I love you and thank you so much!!!
Blessings, Chonda😘

Happy Blessed Birthday to the one and only Chonda L. Thornhill. May your day be filled with love, laughter and all the ...
04/06/2026

Happy Blessed Birthday to the one and only Chonda L. Thornhill. May your day be filled with love, laughter and all the joy your heart can hold. Wishing you many more beautiful and blessed years ahead. Enjoy your special day! We love you ❤️🥳🎂🌹

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