Obituaries

Feb 24, 2024

Mr. Irvin Filmore Granger, affectionately known as Phil, departed this life on Saturday, February 24, 2024, in St. Mary's Hospital of Richmond, VA. He was born on September 13, 1948, in Southampton County, to the late Urquhart and Mary Granger.

Phil graduated from Riverview High School in 1966 and briefly attended Norfolk State University before enlisting in...

Feb 23, 2024

Mrs. Ida Mae Giles, 88, of Baltimore, MD, born May 9, 1935 transitioned on February 23, 2024. A viewing will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Elvin Memorial Chapel Vaughan - Temple Funeral Home, 1717 South St. in Franklin, VA 23851. The funeral will be held 1 p.m. Friday, March...

Jan 26, 2024

William Woodley Jr. was born on September 7, 1941, in Franklin, VA to the late William McKinley Woodley, and Minnie Virginia (Holland) Woodley. He attended and graduated from Georgetown, High School in Windsor, VA.

In 1960 he relocated to Boston, MA. At this time, he began employment at Boston Children's Hospital where he remained for 35 plus...

Jan 23, 2024

Mr. Kelvin Jackson passed January 23, 2024. A funeral will be held Friday, February 2, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Pleasant Plain Baptist Church, 11069 Old Belfield Rd. in Drewryville, VA 23844.

Jan 23, 2024

Mr. Donald Smith, Sr., 62, of Franklin, Virginia, passed on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. A viewing will be held Friday, February 2, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 2024 in the Elvin Vaughan Memorial Chapel, 1717 South St. in Franklin, Virginia 23851.

Jan 21, 2024

The Reverend Sylvia B. Jordan transitioned from her earthly tabernacle to her heavenly home on Sunday, January 21, 2024. She was born on October 16, 1953, in Franklin, Virginia to the late Timothy A. Banks, Sr. and Marjorie B. Darden. She was the third child born to this union. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her ...

Jan 9, 2024

Ms. Ruth Lorraine Taylor, born to the late Lawyer T. Taylor and Everlean W. Artis on September 29, 1964, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her grandmothers Thelma Harris and Elnora Taylor; brothers Edward and Tony Taylor; sister-in-law Angela West Taylor; step-father James Eddie Artis, and aunts...

Jan 8, 2024

Jannetta Andrea Williams was born to the late Jennifer Lettman and Jerry Little on October 22, 1981 at Greenpoint Hospital in Brooklyn N.Y.  Jannetta attend Elementary school at P.S 110 until the second grade. She then moved to North Carolina and Virginia where she was able to get her G.E.D and Fork Lift License.

She had a...

Jan 4, 2024

Ms. Beatrice Beale of Southampton, VA born June 30, 1951 departed this earthly life January 4, 2024.

The family will have a private service.

Dec 22, 2023

It is with deep love and profound sorrow that we announce the departure of our beloved Virginia "Pretty" Jenkins, a beacon of laughter and resilience, who departed this life on December 22, 2023. Born on Christmas Eve, 1935 in Southampton Co, Virginia, she was a gift in the truest sense of the word, her charismatic spirit and witty humor...

Dec 19, 2023

Bryan Arthur Brandvold, affectionately known by his daughter as 'Daddio' or her 'number 1 guy', was born on October 25, 1958, in Minnesota City, MN. A dedicated and courageous individual, Bryan was the epitome of devotion and bravery in every aspect of his life. From his exceptional military service in the U.S. Navy to his compassionate care for his...

Dec 6, 2023

We gather to celebrate the life of Irishteen Couther, a compassionate and humble soul, fondly known as Weasel to her loved ones. Born Irishteen Deloris Seabron in Capron, VA on September 11, 1956, she was a beacon of love who lit up the lives of those around her. Throughout her years, Irishteen never wavered in her commitment to live...

Nov 5, 2023

Mr. James Ricks, Jr. passed on Sunday, November 5, 2023.

A viewing will be Wednesday November 8, 2023 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Elvin Memorial Chapel 1717 South Street in Franklin, Virginia. The funeral service will be held Thursday November 9, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Bryant Baptist Church 23375 Bryant Church Rd in...

Oct 15, 2023

Lois A. Lawrence (Newsome) of Denville, NJ our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend was called home to rest in eternity with the Lord on October 15, 2023, at Morristown Medical Center after a brief illness, she was 77 years young.  Lois was born March 31, 1946, in Franklin, VA to the late Harry B. Newsome Sr. and...

Oct 15, 2023

One Sunday afternoon, on October 15, 2023. Eunice Reynolds gained her wings. Her life begins in Southampton County on February 22, 1964, where she was born to the late George T. Taylor, Jr and Rosa M. Brown. Eunice was the second youngest child born of eighteen siblings. Eunice grew up with the nickname 'Chy Chy' or 'Pickle'. She was...

Sep 22, 2023

Our beloved Minister Carolyn Mitchell, affectionately known as "Sister," was called home, to our Heavenly Father, at age 68, on September 22, 2023. Carolyn was born on January 26, 1955, to the late George T. Taylor and Rosa M. Brown. She grew up in Southampton County, Virginia, being the sixth child of eighteen siblings. Carolyn's life journey led her...

Sep 2, 2023

Mr. Louis H. Bailey, III, born on October 11, 1959, in Lynchburg, VA, preceded in death by his father, Louis Jr., passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023. Though his father departed this world before him, Louis's father love, teachings, and values lived on shaping him into the man we remember today. Louis is survived by his mother Mrs. Jean...

Aug 23, 2023

Jacqueline Thorpe, a beacon of resilience, a wellspring of wisdom, and an emblem of compassion, has completed her earthly journey. As the sun set on the 23rd of August 2023, her spirit soared to the heavens, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Her life was a testament to Maya Angelou's words, "I've learned that people...

Aug 7, 2023

Mr. James C. Smith, 86, Henrico, Virginia, son of the late Charles and Geneva Smith, passed on August 7, 2023. A memorial service will be held in the Elvin Vaughan Memorial Chapel, 1717 South Street, Franklin, VA 23851 on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Jul 7, 2023

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Mrs. Ruby Tillery, 59, affectionately known as Ruby, or to some, Red or Ruby Lee of Courtland, VA. Born on July 19, 1963, in Southampton County, Virginia, Ruby was a beacon of love and service, living her life as an inspiring testament to her faith. She spent her early years in...