Joyce Ann Benson (née Hedgepeth) passed away in the early morning of Sunday, January 8, 2023. As an animal lover, she could always be found feeding and adopting stray cats. She took special joy in spending time with her family and friends. She rode horses, loved yard sales, indulged her sweet tooth, laughed as often as she could, and was always quick with a hug.  She faced many obstacles in life and persevered through them to find real happiness. She was blessed with a...

Mary Attard Dowdy, 88 of Prospect, VA passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023. She was born in New York to the late Charles and Concetta Attard. Her brother Harry Attard preceded her in death. She was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Dowdy, her son Vincent Delaney and her daughter Kathleen Kyroglon. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Delaney, who will miss her tremendously. She loved all holidays and the decorations that went with them. She cherished the dollhouses her son...

Madeline Albi (Prasch) gained her wings to fly high joining her late husband Howard & daughter Laura. Leaving behind her remaining 3 daughters; Elizabeth (Donald), Florence, & Margaret. As well as her siblings Margaret (Bob), Delores, Butch, Grace, & Rose. She had an abundance of grandkids, great grandkids, & even blessed with great great kids that all adored her. Madeline was a woman of God whom faithfully attended “Church of Christ” in Farmville, &...

Frank Monroe Watson passed away at his home on December 30.  He was 82 years old.   He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lou, as well parents Elmer and Mattie Watson. He is survived by his children Dee, Cindy and Tracy, his grandchildren Dylan, Elizabeth and Lexie, and his great grandchildren Brantley, Beau, and Cayson. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting with his grandson Dylan.  A memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Shorter...

Shirley Cumpston Lane   August 22, 1946- December 22, 2022   Mrs. Shirley Lane of Richmond, VA passed away on December 22, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents, Grant and Lucy Cumpston; her nephew, Grant Clark; and her son-in-law, Bill Plowden. She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter, Dana; son, Robert (Jana); sisters, Nancy and Cathy (Hector); grandchildren, Brandon, Robert, Brooklyn, Kaleigh, Leah, Hayden, Zoey, Wynter, and Phoenix; and nieces, Lisa and...

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Parents are Gerald and Alice Heath. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM in the Thompson family cemetery, Rt 45 and Thompson Rd. Cumberland, VA

Melissa Cress passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2022. She grew up in Berlin NJ and moved to Keysville VA in 2020. Melissa was adventurous and outgoing. She made friends wherever she went and she always brought people together. Melissa loved being outdoors: gardening, hiking, tubing, camping, and exploring with her kids. She was a huge fan of professional wrestling and listened to music wherever she was. Melissa was a candle that burned bright at both ends. She was a lover and a fighter...

Janet Farley, Lawson, age 62of Burkeville Virginia passed away on November 23, 2022. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. She is survived by her daughter, Kristen Melton fiance, Patrick Postle and granddaughter, Lindsey Postle. Sister Julia Cooper/Neal Cooper and brother Jimmy Farley/ Michelle Farley and a special friend Edward Trunko. Memorial service to be held at a later date. 

John Lenzie Stidham, 82 passed away. He was born on July 2, 1940 and was married to the late Mary Jane Stidham. He is survived by his two daughters; Cathy Bato, Dawn Mills and a brother John Lawhorne. He served his country in the US Army. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Shorter Funeral Home is serving the family.