Powell Funeral Home

01/05/2026

Taking care of your family ahead of time is a thoughtful approach. By preplanning your own funeral, your thoughtfulness will shine through during one of the most memorable times in their lives. Call family-owned Powell Funeral Home at (434) 572-4911 or click the LEARN MORE button and preplan online. This is Owner and Funeral Director Les Powell III. https://www.powellfuneralinc.com/online-pre-planning-form

01/04/2026

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View Edwin Reddemann "Ed" Boelte's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

01/02/2026

Losing a pet is never easy. Trust family-owned Powell Funeral Home to care for your furry friend with our compassionate and dignified pet cremation service. To discover more, call (434) 572-4911. We will treat your pet like our own.

01/01/2026

As we welcome 2026, may every new day bring purpose, peace, and progress. Wishing you a year filled with happiness, health, prosperity, and success. Happy New Year from Powell Funeral Home!

12/31/2025

Freedom. It's what our veterans fought for. At family-owned Powell Funeral Home, we cherish our freedom. That's why we're honored when a Veteran's family calls. It's our opportunity to give back and say thank you for your service. To discover funeral benefits for Veterans, call (434) 572-4911.

12/29/2025

Bonita "Bonnie" Moore Snead

Bonita “Bonnie” Moore Snead of Scottsburg passed away on December 27, 2025 at the age of 81. She was born in Halifax County on September 15, 1944 to the late George Edward Moore and the late Mary Elizabeth McKinney Moore. She was married 38 years to the love of her life, the late Wayne “Heavy” Mitchel Snead.

Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, April Strohm (Jason) of South Boston, and Beverly Seamster (Bobby) of Scottsburg; one grandson, Zack Seamster of Richmond; three great grandchildren, Matthew “Mattie Baby” Seamster, Austin “Beanie” Seamster and Zoe “Baby Girl” Seamster; and one sister, Joyce Foster of South Boston.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Bernice Vaughan, Frank Moore, and James Moore; one nephew, Tony Moore; and brother-in-law, Stuart Snead.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Oakland Cemetery with the Rev. Thad Decker officiating.

The family will receive friends at 702 Maple Ave., South Boston.

The family extends a special thank you to Sentara Halifax Regional Hospice and the staff of Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital for the care and compassion shown to her during her illness.

For memorials, please consider assisting the family with her final expenses, c/o Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

View Bonita "Bonnie" Moore Snead's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

12/29/2025

Our facilities provide rich diversity, from comfortable rooms and quiet corners to a picturesque chapel, offering a peaceful setting. We welcome you to family-owned Powell Funeral Home, where you can confidently celebrate a life well-lived. Call (434) 572-4911 to learn more. This is Funeral Director Tommy Adams.

12/27/2025

Olin Carson Riddle, Jr.

Mr. Olin Carson Riddle, Jr., of Nathalie, Virginia, passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on July 8, 1943, in Halifax County, Virginia, to the late Olin Carson Riddle, Sr. and the late Frances Moorefield Riddle. He was married to Betty Saunders Riddle, who survives.

Mr. Riddle was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Republican Grove, where he valued fellowship and community. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. In his leisure time, he enjoyed following auto racing and was a loyal supporter of the Virginia Tech Hokies. Mr. Riddle spent his working career employed by Georgia-Pacific and Annin Flag Makers. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and community.

Mr. Olin Carson Riddle, Jr. is survived by:

His Wife of 53 years

Betty Saunders Riddle of Nathalie, VA

Two Sons

David Carson Riddle (Leslie) of Halifax, VA

Daniel Lee Riddle (Kelly) of Glen Allen, VA

Four Grandchildren

Trevor Carson Riddle of Fishersville, VA

Preston Edward Riddle of Halifax, VA

Breann Kay Riddle of Glen Allen, VA

Chase Daniel Riddle of Glen Allen, VA

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Republican Grove, with Rev. Zak Ford officiating.

The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall and other times at their home (5034 Cody Road Nathalie, VA 24577).

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Republican Grove, 4210 Leda Grove Road, Nathalie, Virginia 24577.

Online condolences may be directed to: www.powellfuneralinc.com. Arrangements are by: Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

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12/26/2025

Family members will always remember the last time they see their loved one. It's why staff members like Receptionist Denise Ferrell are filled with compassion and love for the families in our care at family-owned Powell Funeral Home. (434) 572-4911

12/25/2025

The star over Bethlehem reminds us that the true light of Christmas is the promise of peace, love, and everlasting hope found in Christ's birth. From all of us at Powell Funeral Home, we wish you a blessed and Merry Christmas.

12/24/2025

Starting a family conversation about the end of a life gives everyone a voice. Show how much you value the input of those you love most. Call family-owned Powell Funeral Home at (434) 572-4911 or click the LEARN MORE button and preplan online. This is Owner and Funeral Director Robert Powell. https://www.powellfuneralinc.com/online-pre-planning-form

Pre-plan your funeral service today with our funeral home in South Boston, VA. Contact us for more information on available options.

12/23/2025

Service of Connie Gregory