Thomas D. Carr 75, of Charlottesville, Virginia departed this life on Thursday, January 14, 2021. He was born in South Boston, Va. on July 27, 1945, to the late Willie and Nannie Carr. He was the beloved husband of Lillie M. Carr.
He worked as a car detailer and enjoyed watched "Gunsmoke" in his pastime. He was a devoted grandfather who loved spending time with his grandchildren and was affectionately known as "PaPa" to them.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Lille M. Carr; a son, Stefon Carr of Charlottesville, Va.; two daughters, Antoinette and Danielle Carr of Charlottesville, Va.; a brother, Robert Carr of South Boston, Va.; a sister, Nannie Atily of Newark, N.J.; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A walk-through viewing will be held from 12-6 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel. A private service will be held.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of
arrangements. www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Jennie Mae Taylor Ford, 71, departed this life suddenly at her residence on December 21, 2020. She was born on September 17, 1949, in Exuma, Bahamas the daughter of Alonzo Taylor and Pleasant Munroe Taylor. She was the wife of the late George F. Ford Sr.
A daughter, Antoinette Johnson-Reckley preceded her in death.
Jennie was employed in several capacities in her career as a Telephone Operator, Housekeeper and as a CNA. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church and served on the Usher Board.
She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Anita Saunders and Schimeka Johnson; three sisters, Eloise Rolle, Dolly Rolle, and Doris Rolle; three grandchildren, D'Angelo Griffin, Pleasant Green, and Constance Green; one son-in-law, Antonio Green; many nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at Ebenezer Baptist Church, with the Reverend Lehman Bates II, officiating.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements. To send condolences to the family please sign our guestbook.
Bernice Helen "Peg" Thurston Redd, 75, of Charlottesville, VA died on December 13, 2020, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Born in Louisa, VA, she was the daughter of the late David A. Thurston, Sr. and Helen L. Harris Thurston.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, James E. Redd and 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
She worked at Stromberg Carlson, General Dynamics and Comdial until its' closing. She was a faithful member of her beloved Ebenezer Baptist Church in Charlottesville until her health prevented her from attending. She was an excellent cook and loved to prepare big Sunday dinners for family and friends that stopped by.
"Peg" is survived by her one and only child a daughter, Jamesa Redd Hughes of Front Royal, VA; 4 grandchildren, Brandon Ellis (Nicky) of Charlottesville, Corey Ellis (Amy Ryan), Logan Thacker (Rebecca) all of Greene County, VA, and Brianna Thacker Wingfield (Joshua) of Fluvanna County, VA; a brother. Eldridge "Pete" Thurston (Jennie) of Charlottesville, VA; 4 sisters, Pastor Joann Brice of Kent Store, VA, Alice Christmas(Pastor Robert) of Louisa, VA, Geraldine Ragland (Esmo) Brooklyn, NY, and Karen Thurston of Charlottesville, VA; 10 great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.
Walk-through viewing will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 27, 2020, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 28, 2020 at Riverview Cemetery.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Diane Elizabeth Grooms. Diane departed this life on Saturday morning in her home on November 14, 2020, at 11:25 a.m. She was born in Troy, Va. on May 7, 1954, to the late Robert and Nancy Lee Grooms.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories her five children, Channel Jones of Scottsville, Va., Tanya Jones and her husband, Richard Jr. of Charlottesville, Va., Tamika Grooms of Keswick, Va., and Brian and Johnathan Grooms both of Charlottesville, Va.
A Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 23, 2020, at Evergreen Bible Way Church, 1576 Evergreen Rd., Louisa, Va.
A walk-through viewing will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2020, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel.
Flowers may be sent to J. F. Bell Funeral Home; cards and condolences can be sent to 1658 Townwood CT., Charlottesville, VA 22901.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences online may be sent via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Edith Belle Jones Scott, 70, of Esmont, Virginia departed this life on Saturday, October 31, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones at her residence. She was born on August 28, 1950, a daughter of the late Robert McKinley Ayers and Cora Pauline Jones. She was the beloved wife of Reginald Scott.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mamie Chrystal Holland Bruce, 98, of Palmyra, Virginia departed this life at her residence on Sunday, October 1, 2020. She was born in Palmyra, Virginia on June 30, 1922, the daughter of the late John and Odie (Brice) Holland. She was the wife of the late Arthur Lee Bruce.
She received her formal education in the Fluvanna County Public Schools and was a graduate of the School of Cosmetology. She also completed Nursing and a Seminary Education. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide and Private Home Care Provider.
She was a member of the Eastern Star and several organizations within the churches to include Evergreen Baptist Church, Calvary Baptist Church, and Galilee Baptist Church.
She leaves to cherish her memory a son, Arthur Jerome Bruce; a daughter, Sandra La Verne Bruce Patterson; one sister, Bertha Payne; a niece, Thelma Bruce; seven grandchildren, Regina Thomas, Sabrina Davis, Adrianne Patterson, Norma Patterson, Tanya Patterson, Malisha Patterson, and Andre Bruce; 24 great-grandchildren, LaToya, Danielle, Taron, Shanelle, Kesean, Rahsean, NaQwan, Jarell, Chynice, Tiesha, Dante, Javon, Whitney, Justin, Hasan, Shakur, Javil, JaQwele, Jalisha, Jahzel, Caleb, Zoey, Jaziah, and Janell; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2020, at the Holland Family Cemetery, Palmyra, Virginia.
A walk-through viewing will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2020, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Alexander "Rocky" Anderson, Jr., 60, of Charlottesville, Virginia went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday, August 11, 2020.
Rocky was born in Charlottesville, Virginia on July 28, 1960, he was the son of the late Alexander Anderson, Sr. and Ella Parson Anderson.
Rocky is survived by his children, Dwayne Anderson, Montina Anderson, Alexzander Anderson, Asher Anderson, and Andre Anderson. His siblings, Jerome Parson, Goldie Walton, Vincent Samuels, Tony Anderson, Diane Anderson (Frank), Robert Anderson, and Lisa Garner (Harry); his grandchildren, Ja'zel Anderson and Zyheem Anderson; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Rocky went to Charlottesville City Schools. He loved fishing and listening to music (reggae and oldies were his favorites). Rocky's favorite football team was the Washington Redskins.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm Monday, August 17, 2020, at Washington Park with Pastor Lehman Bates, II of Ebenezer Baptist Church, officiating.
A Walk Through Viewing will be held from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2020, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel.
The family of Rocky wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Pastor Bates as well as the doctors and nurses at the University of Virginia Medical Center and Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. The family would also like to thank everyone that has expressed their condolences during this time.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
NOTICE ELSTON "CLIFF" CLIFTON YOUNG
Elston "Cliff" Clifton Young, 85, of Charlottesville, Virginia died on Saturday, July 25, 2020, at the Hospice House.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Diane Elizabeth Anderson departed from this life to death on Monday, April 27, 2020, at her residence. She was born in Baltimore, Md., on July 6, 1957, to the late Charles and Fannie Byrd Chesley.
She was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church and later joined Living Water Christian Center. She graduated from Charlottesville High School in 1975. She was employed by The Omni Hotel for many years.
Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Ronnie Anderson, a sister; Deborah Chesely as well as her grandparents.
Her loving memories will be cherished by her two sons, Keith Chesley, Jonathan Barnes, and a special son, Nathaniel Gardner; four grandsons, Jabari, Malik, Josiah and Jadien all of Charlottesville, Virginia; two brothers, Charles "Leon" (Deborah) of Ruckersville, Virginia and Rodney "Ronnie" of Utah; six aunts and uncles, Annie Rose Dickens of Philadelphia, PA., Virginia Davis (Donald) of Cambria height, NY., Agnes "Aunt Ray" Coletraine of Charlottesville, VA., Shirley Wells of Berkley, Missouri, Barbara, Shirley, and Gregory all of Baltimore, MD; and other extended family and friends near and far.
Special thanks to her devoted caregivers Lena and Shanice. As well as the staff of UVA Hospital.
She will lie in repose from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Mrs. Oweeda Wyoming Jackson, age 81, departed this life on March 31, 2020 in Charlottesville, Virginia to join her belated husband Thurmond Jackson with our Heavenly Father. She was born on January 25, 1939 in Nelson County, Virginia to the late Docia (Durette) and Will Folley; she lived in Charlottesville, Virginia most of her adult life. She was a Sister at Charlottesville Church of Christ for many years.
Oweeda was known as a strong maternal figure for her family and all of those around her. Mrs. Jackson always lent a hand or her home to those who were in need out of the kindness of her heart. She leaves behind an extensive family who will fondly remember her.
Oweeda was preceded in death by her husband, Thurmond Jackson; dear son, Rickey Lee Folley; and her sisters, Geneva Folley and Gertrude Goodwin.
Left to continue her legacy on this Earth are her son, Harold Folley Sr. and daughter-in-law, Susan; sisters, Joyce Burton and Sterling Allen; grandchildren, Maurice, Harold Jr., Chris, Adrian, Rickey, Danielle, Aleisha, and Airea; and two devoted nieces, Patchell and Margie. She also leaves behind a host of great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and other beloved family and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2020, at Oakwood Cemetery, Charlottesville. She will lie in repose from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2020, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home, Inc. 108 Sixth St. N.W.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Lacy L. Weeks, 64, of Earlysville, Virginia died on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Covenant Church, 1025 Rio Road. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the services.
Yvonne T. Carey, 78, of Louisa, Virginia departed this life on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at a local nursing home. She was born in Louisa, Virginia on July 4, 1941, a daughter of the late William L. and Marmon Boone Johnson. She was preceded in death by her first and second husband the late Spencer Thurston and Linwood Carey.
A daughter, Frederica Thurston also preceded her in death.
She had a special gift and passion for cooking and loved spending time with her family.
She leaves to cherish her memory a sister, Louise Hubert of Louisa, Virginia; a number of nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at the Foster Creek Baptist Church, Louisa, Virginia, with Pastor Michael R. Crawley, Jr., officiating. Interment will follow in the Johnson Family Cemetery, Louisa. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the services.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Gerald "Jazmynn" Lee Thomas, 52, of Charlottesville, Virginia departed this life on Wednesday, December 11, 2019. Jazmynn was born on August 16, 1967, to the late Woodson Lewis Frye, Sr. and Diane Thomas. Jazmynn was preceded in death by a sister, Violet C. Lewis.
Jazmynn loved life and lived it to the fullest.
Jazmynn's survivors include a brother, Troy Thomas of Richmond, Virginia; three sisters, Robin Hardy, Antoinette Hardy, and Patricia Carrington of Charlottesville, Virginia; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2019, at the Haven, 112 West Market Street. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Barbara Ann (Medley) Cotton, 74, of Charlottesville--a faithful believer in her savior Jesus Christ departed this life on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at the University of Virginia Hospital. She was born July 29, 1945, and spent her early childhood in Aroda, Virginia, before joining family in Charlottesville.
She attended Burley High School in the early 1960s. After marrying and residing in Washington, DC for a period of years, she relocated to Denver, Colorado, eventually remarrying and making the Rocky Mountain state her home for more than 20 years. Her security career included working at Denver International Airport followed by Reagan National Airport as a TSA agent, and with the University [hospital] as a security officer for 10 years until her retirement.
Survivors include her mother, Myrtle M. Dillard; her children, Isabel Wright (Jonathan) of Earlysville and Maurice Jackson of Charlottesville; her siblings, Doris, Vernett, and Roy Dillard; her grandchildren, Ashley Williams, and Markell and Teyhana Jackson; Two Great Grandsons, William and Aiden; and a host of cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother Virginia Louise (Lou) Medley and her stepfather Grafton W. Dillard, Jr.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019, at Oakwood Cemetery. In the event of snow or rain the memorial service will be held at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Mary Elizabeth Rush, 74, of Esmont, Virginia departed this life on November 27, 2019, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She was born in Albemarle County, Virginia on December 24, 1944, a daughter of the late William Morris and Hazel Rush. She was the wife of Walker Lee Rush.
She received her formal education in the Albemarle County School System. She was a homemaker and an active member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church serving as a member of the Deaconess Board.
A son, Walker Rudolph Rush; a daughter Sherilyn D. Rush Rogers; a brother James R. Rush; and a sister-in-law, Marion Rush preceded her in death.
In addition to her husband Walker Lee Rush she leaves to cherish her memory four sons, Walker B. Rush, Kevin L. Rush, Lyndell A. Rush, and Prentice L. Rush; two daughters, Aretha P. Rush and Francelia T. Rush; six grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 6, 2019, at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, 8825 Chestnut Grove Road, Esmont, Virginia. Interment will follow in the church Cemetery.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be rendered to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Janet Sims, 72, of Greenwood, Virginia departed this life on Thursday, November 28, 2019, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She was born in Charlottesville, Virginia on August 8, 1947, daughter of the late Elgie and Dora Jones-Sims.
A brother, Elgie Sims, Jr. preceded her in death.
She was a graduate of Jackson P. Burley High School. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Greenwood, Virginia from an early age and remained very active in all aspects of church life. She enjoyed participating in sports and was an avid sports fan.
She leaves to cherish her memory 2 sons, Robert Sims, Sr. and Antione Sims; a daughter, Rochelle Sims; a brother, Stuart Sims; 4 sisters, Loretta Dickerson, Nancy Diggs, Catherine Sims, and Etta Woodfolk and husband, Charles; 8 grandchildren, Gabriella Morris, Tianna Brown, Robert Sims, Jr., Jada Sims, Deven Sims-Sandridge, Devonta' Sims-Sandridge, Jalen Sims, Aniyah Sims; 3 great-grandchildren, Bella Johnson, Bryson Johnson, Brelynn Johnson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Many thanks to Ananda Kablack, a very good friend.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2019, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Greenwood, Virginia, with the Reverend Dr. Stanley Woodfolk officiating.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be rendered to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Encilie Brimfield Griffin was the second child born to the late Lionel Martinez and Eleanor Brimfield in Branchville, South Carolina on March 31, 1944. After an extended illness, she entered into eternal rest to be with her Lord early Saturday morning on November 2, 2019, at Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA.
At an early age, her family moved to New York, where she was educated in the New York School System. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from New Rochelle College in 1988. After many years in New York she and the love of her life, Joseph Griffin relocated to Charlottesville, Virginia.
She was fun-loving and loved to travel with Joe. They traveled the world together on airplanes, cruise ships, and cars. She was a no-nonsense person. She always, “said what she meant and meant what she said.”
Encilie worked for over twenty-five years with the New York Fire Department. She retired in 2004.
She was affectionately called, “Ma” by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved each of them dearly. They brought much love and joy to her life. She will be remembered by all who crossed her path. She was always willing to help those in need.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories her devoted and loving husband, Joseph Griffin; one son, Dereke Grifin and wife, Mary Ann; one daughter, Samantha Akerson, and husband, Charles; six adoring grandchildren, Raimar J. Akerson, Michael J. Akerson, Khaleik J. Akerson, Shamika J. Akerson, Sade Griffin, and Chantel Griffin; two great-grandchildren, Anthony A. Akerson, and Ethan Akerson; three sisters, Genora Brimfield, Renetha Brimfield, Jackie Brimfield; three sisters-in-law, Catherine Griffin, Louise Wiggins, and Mary Orr; one brother-in-law, James Griffin and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2019, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel. The Family will be recieving friends at the Chapel one hour prior to the services.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Eliza Elizabeth Austin departed this life on October 31, 2019, at Kirkwood Manor in New Braunfel, Texas. Eliza was born on May 12, 1933, in Albemarle County, Virginia to the late John Henry Revelle and Eliza Tyree Revelle.
Eliza attended Albemarle Training School. Eliza was married to the late James McKinley Austin, Sr. and from this union, they were blessed with two children, a son, James McKinley Austin, Jr. and a daughter, Ann Elizabeth Austin Glace.
Eliza lived in the community all of her life and did volunteer work at the Hope House. She was well known by a lot of people in the community. She loved engaging and socializing with family and friends; and was also very caring and willing to help. She liked cooking, gardening and traveling and she especially loved all of her grandchildren.
Eliza was preceded in death by her two sister, Anne Revelle, Pauline Revelle, and her brother, Clarence Revelle.
In addition to her son and daughter Eliza leaves to cherish her memory six grandchildren, Nichelle Patterson, and husband, Chris, Kristie Cook, and husband, Josh, Cachet Ndiaye and husband, Zoe, Jamie E. Austin and James M. Austin III, and William C. M. Glaze and wife Rebeca; 26 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren and a host of cousins and friends. We will miss her eternally. We love you, Mother Dear!
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 11, 2019, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel, 108 Sixth St. N.W. with Bishop George Gohanna officiating. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Chapel one hour prior to the services.
Her remains will lie in repose from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home. J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Shirley F. Robinson, 90 years, of Charlottesville, Virginia departed this life on Friday, November 1, 2019, at her residence. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 13, 1929, the daughter of the late Harry Friedman and Katherine Flowers Friedman.
Three brothers, Charles A. Friedman, Leon W. Friedman, and Harry Friedman; and two sisters, Thelma Harris and Brooke Friedman preceded her in death.
She dedicated many years of service as a Nursing Assistant at the University of Virginia Medical Center until her retirement. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church.
She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Dan H. Robinson and wife, Mary of Antioch, TN and Reginald T. Robinson and wife, Michele of Richmond, VA; two daughters, Vernell R. Payne of Charlottesville, VA and Rosemary Horton and husband Cleveland of Portsmouth, VA; nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1118 Preston Avenue, with the Reverend Mary Robinson Carey delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, First Street and Elliot Avenue.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
"I am at peace, my souls at rest; there is no need for tears, for with your love I was so blessed"
Marquis Denzel Thompson, 31, of Charlottesville, VA departed his life suddenly due to an automobile accident on Wednesday, October 30, 2019. Marquis was born on November 13, 1987, to Tara Shermane' Thompson Cook. He was preceded in death by his Great Grandparents, William and Catherine Anthony and James and Harriett Thompson.
He was a graduate of Charlottesville High School. He was currently employed by Rudy's Dry Cleaners.
He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Tara Thompson Cook of Clarkesville TN; children, Markasia Thompson of Charlottesville, VA and Camren Thompson of Scottsville, VA; a Fiance', Lana Woodford; siblings, Kiara Jones of Clarkesville, TN, DelMarco Thompson of Lakewood, WA, Dennie Frye, and Marica Anderson of Charlottesville, VA; maternal grandparents, Sherman and Katherine Thompson of Charlottesville, VA; aunts and uncles, Crystal Taylor of Boston, MA, Sherman Thompson Jr and Kim of Troy, VA, Tonya Taylor, and Sabena Thompson of Charlottesville VA; cousins, Tatianna, Marktika, Raekwon, Justice, Eric, Quincy, Lakia, Jakhi, and Malachi; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2019, at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 113 6th St N.W., Charlottesville, VA. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the church one hour prior to the services.
J.F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be rendered to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Bernard Carl Bell, 68, of Charlottesville, Virginia departed this life on Sunday, September 22, 2019. He was born in Charlottesville on May 17, 1951, the son of the late Lawrence and Edna Bell.
He worked for many years in Food Service at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He leaves to cherish his memory his siblings and a host of other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at the J. F. Bell Funeral Home Chapel.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement. www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Paul Morton Gaston died on June 14, 2019, in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was born on January 31, 1928 to Cornelius and Margaret Gaston in Fairhope, Alabama. He is survived by his three children Blaise, Chinta and Gareth, his daughters-in-law Cali and Heather, and his granddaughters Eliza and Mira, along with countless friends around the world. We will have a memorial celebration of his life on Saturday, October 12, at 4PM at The Jefferson School in Charlottesville. Please come share and enjoy music, remembrances, and good cheer.
Here are several links to recent writings about his life:
In lieu of flowers please send contributions to Virginia Organizing, 703 Concord Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903 https://virginia-organizing.org/donate/
J.F.Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralservices.com
Charles Henry Chapman, father, grandfather, great-grandfather world traveler, runner, departed this life to be with the Lord on August 18, 2019. He will be greatly missed. Known affectionately as “Henry”, he was born on October 24, 1938, in New York, NY.
He is preceded in death by his spouse Barbara Poindexter Chapman and his daughter Henrietta A. Chapman.
Henry attended Union High School in Caroline County. He worked as a car mechanic and completed electrical testing and training courses through CREI, upon graduating, he began working at Sperry Marine company, later called Northrup Grumman, where he retired after more than 45 years of service. He had a passion for running and his last notable race was a marathon of 26 miles which he performed when he was 72 years of age. He loved singing in the choir and he sang in several church choirs at Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church. He also served as a Trustee. He loved living in his log cabin, his dream house in the country, Keswick, Va. His passion for traveling took him to over 10 countries and all over the United States. He and the love his life, Barbara Poindexter Chapman traveled extensively together and were known to visit many beautiful destinations like Italy, Greece, Egypt, Canada, Grand Canyon, and Hawaii.
Henry is survived by his daughters, Janice Chapman-Smith, Jeanette Chapman and Monica Chapman; his grandchildren, Ashley Chapman, Maria Chapman, Demetrick Chapman, and Jamar Chapman; great-grandchildren, Mayanna and Khalil. He will forever be missed by his best friends and children. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, August 26, 2019, at Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church, 105 Lankford Avenue. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the services.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be rendered to the family at jfbellfuneralservices.com
Curtis Alexander Burton, 62, departed this life on August 20, 2019, He was born on February 17, 1957, the son of Virginia Burton and the late Curtis J. Burton. A brother, Maynard Burton preceded him in death.
He was a longtime employee of Aberdeen Barn until his illness no longer allowed him to work. He loved fishing and visiting with family and friends.
He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Virginia Burton of North Garden, VA; his loving and devoted wife of 38 years, Deborah "Debbie" Burton of Charlottesville; 3 daughters, Kara Cobb of Richmond, VA, Ciera and Erica Burton of Charlottesville; 3 granddaughters, Jada and Sydney Cobb of Richmond, VA, and Imani Burton of Charlottesville; sisters, Desiree Pollard and husband, Robert and Mary Ann Burton of Charlottesville; brothers, Phillip, Robert Burton, and Curtis Chapman of North Garden, VA; 1 sister-in-law, Jeanetta Burton of Keswick, VA; 1 brother-in-law, Addison "Buddy" Brown of New York; devoted friends, Theodore "Squirrel" Brown and "Ace" Robertson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2019, at Zion Baptist Church, North Garden, VA.
The family would like to express a special thank you to the ICU team and the IR team at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be rendered to the family via www.jfbellfuneralservices.com