Ila Weaver Coss, 88
Formerly Of Green Bay
Dies In Maryland

   MARYLAND, Feb. 4 – Ila Weaver Coss, 88, formerly of Green Bay, died Wednesday, February 3, 2010 in Maryland. She was the daughter of the late Samuel Moncure and Elizabeth Frances Cook Weaver. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Coss.
   She is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Chapman and Patricia Ettoin and husband, Dennis, both of Maryland; and three grandchildren.
   The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 5-8 p.m. at Doyne-Burger-Davis Funeral Home where funeral services will be conducted on Friday at 11 a.m. with interment following at Bagby Baptist Church Cemetery.
   Remembrances may be made in her memory to Montgomery County Hospice or charity of your choice.
   Doyne-Burger-Davis Funeral Home, Farmville, is in charge of arrangements.

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Funeral Service To
Be Held February 8
For Howell Newton, 92

   ARVONIA, Feb. 4 – Howell Adam Newton, 92, of Arvonia, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2010. He was born October 5, 1917 in Buckingham County, to the late Charles Newton and Helen Virginia Thomas Newton. He was the widower of the late George G. Newton and Nannie G. Newton. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy H. Resnick, two granddaughters, Dianne N. Trammell and Debbie N. Whitworth.
   He is survived by five children, Helen N. Noble of Bum-pass, Howell L.B. Newton of New Canton, Phyllis Newton (Sally), Marshall Newton (Peter), and a devoted daughter and son-in-law, Sarah (Betty) and James Spencer of Arvonia; 13 grand-children; 30 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
   Mr. Newton was a veteran of World War II, and a member of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church. He loved his family and he was Papa Newt to his great-great-grandchildren. He was Mr. Fix It and could repair anything. Everyone loved and respected his knowledge of the years passed. He loved bluegrass gospel music. In his younger years he loved to hunt and fish and loved to raise his garden in the spring.
   Family night will be at Dunkum Funeral Home on Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m.
   Funeral will be held at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church on Monday at 1 p.m., with interment to follow in the church cemetery.
   Contributions can be made to Mt. Tabor Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.
   Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn, is in charge of arrangements.

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David A. Hamby, 50
Of Cumberland
Dies February 2

  CUMBERLAND, Feb. 4 – David Allen Hamby, 50, of Cumberland, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2010 in Richmond.
   He was born in Farmville on May 9, 1959. A licensed plumber and electrician, he was employed with Cumberland Building Supply. He was also a member of the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ in Cumberland.
   In addition to his father, Graham G. Hamby Sr., he was preceded in death by his brother, Graham G. Hamby Jr. and sister, Brenda Ann Hamby.
   Survivors include his wife, Laura Lorraine Leonard Hamby; his mother, Betty Ann Owens Hamby; four children, David Louis Hamby and wife, Amanda, Russell Graham Hamby, Daphne Jeanette Hamby and fiancé, David Williams, and Kevin Tyler Hamby, all of Cumberland; two sisters, Ellen Morgan and husband, Lundy of Buckingham and Vickie Atkins and husband, Tommy of Burkeville; six grandchildren, MaCayla Hamby, Gabriel Hamby, Dakota Hamby, Sierra Hamby, Russell Graham Hamby Jr. and Erica Lorraine Williams; in-laws, Louis and Janet Leonard of Cumberland; two nephews, Tinker Atkins and Ernie Atkins of Burkeville; and two nieces, April Jamerson of Burkeville and Crystal Jamerson of Cumberland.
   Funeral services will be held at noon, Friday, in the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ in Cumberland. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
   Those who wish to make memorial contributions may consider, the David Hamby Memorial fund at the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ in Cumberland.
   Shorter Funeral Home, Farmville, is serving the family.
www.shorterfuneralhome.com

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Published Date:  Wednesday 3rd, February 2010

Hannah K. Owen

Hannah K. Owen, 81
Of Farmville
Dies January 28

   FEBRUARY 2 — Hannah Kear Owen, 81, of Farmville, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010 in Farmville. She was born October 15, 1928, the daughter of the late Hallick and Sarah Loveday Kear. She worked for over 30 years at Craddock Terry Shoe Factory. She was the widow of Arthur Ray Owen.
   She is survived by five daughters, Agnes Loveday and Jolly Ray Owen of Pamplin, Louise Rousch and husband, Freddy of Chester, JoAnn Giles and husband, Jerry of Prospect, Mary Dawson and husband, Kenneth of Raleigh; six grand-children, six great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her three sisters and their spouses, Reba Maples and husband, Hobert, Bertie Grayson and husband, Earl and Connie Rolen and husband, John; her son, Jack C. Owen and a granddaughter.
   A funeral service will be held Friday at 7 p.m. at Atchley Funeral Home in Sevierville, TN with interment to be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Kear-Loveday Cemetery.
   Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6–8 p.m. at the Puckett Funeral Home and Friday 5–7 p.m. at the Atchley Funeral Home in Tennessee.
   Puckett Funeral Home, Farmville, is serving the family.
www.puckettfh.com

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Dorothy Overcash

Dorothy Overcash
Dies January 28
In Winchester

   WINCHESTER, Feb. 2 — Dorothy Margaret Overcash, affectionately known as Miss “O” died Thursday, January 28, 2010 at the Winchester Medical Center. Miss Overcash was born March 9, 1926 in Hampden-Sydney, the daughter of the late Professor Hinton Baxter Overcash and Emma Ressler Overcash. She is preceded in death by her only sibling, Betty Overcash.
   She is survived by her best friend, Eloise Strader, of Winchester; her most attentive cousin, Tracy and her husband, John Brew and their children, Grace Ann, Deacon, and Baxter all of Potomac, MD and many caring friends.
   Miss “O” graduated from Worsham High School and received both Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees from Longwood College in Farmville. She taught mathematics, English and reading at Handley High School in Winchester from 1946-1977, at which time she became Supervisor of Secondary Education until her retirement in 1990.
   During her tenure with the Winchester Public Schools, Miss “O” served in numerous capacities. She was the Principal’s Alternate to the Executive Council from 1949 to 1955, co-sponsor of the Executive Council from 1955-1966; sponsor of the Junior Red Cross from 1965 to 1969; and co-sponsor of the Booster Club from 1969 to 1976. She was co-sponsor of the graduating classes of 1952 and 1957. In 1981 she received the Ancil Gray Award “For outstanding contributions to the ideals of the Judges Athletic Association.” Miss Overcash co-edited The Lengthened Shadow, a book about Dr. Garland R. Quarles, former Superintendent of Winchester Public Schools.
   The Archives at John Handley High School exists today because Miss “O” realized the importance of preserving the history of the school. Through the year she safeguarded documents and memories related to the school, hoping that someday a permanent home for these artifacts would be established. During the seventy-fifth anniversary of the school in 1998, an Archives room was named for her.
   In addition to being an educator, Miss Overcash was a lover of history and preservation; she was a Director Emeritus member of the Kernstown Battlefield Association. She knitted sweaters and hats for children and tended to her flower garden with enthusiasm. Her heart was warmed each time former students crossed her path and she could reconnect with them.
   A funeral service was held February 1 at the Opequon Presbyterian Church in Kernstown, with Pastor David R. Witt officiating with Pastor Marcia W. Jaureguizar assisting. Burial will be held at a later date in College Church Cemetery at Hampden-Sydney College in Hampden-Sydney.
   Memorial contributions may be made to the Handley High School Archives, Winchester Public Schools, P. O. Box 910, Winchester, VA 22604.
   Online condolences may be made to
www.jonesfuneralhomes.com
   Local arrangements by Puckett Funeral Home, Farmville.

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Funeral Service For
Rosa Poe Jamerson
Set 11 A.M. Thursday

   DILLWYN, Feb. 2 – Our beautiful mother, Rosa Poe Jamerson, 94, of Dillwyn, went to be with her Lord on Friday, January 29, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Jamerson, and two sons, Glenn Jamerson Jr. and William Donald Jamerson.
   She is survived by two daughters, Pansy Proffitt and husband, Bob and Vivian Butler and husband, Bill; 14 grand-children, 25 great-grandchildren, nine great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was a charter member of Gold Mine P.H. Church.
    Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Dunkum Funeral Home, with interment in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Rice.
    Family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
  Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn, is in charge of arrangements.

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Wayland C. Keesee, 80
Of South Hill
Dies January 30

   SOUTH HILL, Feb. 2 – Wayland Counts Keesee, 80, of South Hill, died Saturday, January 30, 2010 in Duke Regional Hospital. He retired as a Transmission Construction Supervisor for what is now Dominion Virginia Power after 40 years of service.
   He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Jeanette Perkins Keesee; daughter, Patricia B. Trausneck of Charlotte, NC; five sons, Michael C. Keesee of Danville, Anthony E. Keesee of Winston-Salem, NC, J. Doug Keesee of Roanoke Rapids, NC, James Stuart Keesee of Mills River, NC, and Robert W. Keesee of South Hill; three sisters, Ann Campbell of Danville, Phyllis Hughes of Mechanicsville, and Faye Howard of Roxboro, NC; brother, Kenneth E. Keesee of Goldsboro, NC; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory with interment in Dan River Baptist Church Cemetery near Halifax at 3 p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour before the service.
   Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Memphis, TN 38148-0552, or to Duke Children’s Hospital.
  Online condolences may be made to
www.crowderhitecrews.com
   Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory, South Hill, is serving the family.

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Funeral Service
Held Sunday For
Porter B. Law, 76

   DILLWYN, Feb. 2 – Porter B. Law, 76, died Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Dillwyn after a lengthy illness. She was born on May 5, 1933 in Buckingham, the daughter of William Baird and Julia (Spencer) Baird.
   Mrs. Law is survived by her daughter, Nancy Newlin; son-in-law, Keith; and granddaughter, Samantha of Martinsburg, PA; a brother and sister-in-law, James (Buddy) and Jane Baird of Accomac; a sister and brother-in-law, June and Dabney Crews of Buckingham; and a sister, Jessalyn Foster of Dillwyn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her former husband, Joseph M. Law and daughter, Donna G. Law.
   She worked as a secretary, hairdresser and school bus driver. She loved young people, spending time with family, and being surrounded by friends. She was a gifted pianist and especially enjoyed accompanying gospel singers and family sing-alongs.
   A funeral service was held Sunday at Dunkum Funeral Home.
   Donations may be made to Mulberry Grove or Central Baptist Church in her memory.
    Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn, served the family.

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Funeral Service For
James “Jim” Collins, 81
To Be Held Wednesday

   FEBRUARY 2 — James E. “Jim” Collins, 81, of Farmville, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2010 at his residence.  \He was born in Wise County to the late Andrew and Rosa Burke Collins. He served his country in the United States Army at the end of WWII.
   Mr. Collins was the husband of Donna Hall Collins. He retired in 1991 after 34 years of service to the Virginia Department of Corrections.
   He is survived by his wife, his son, Andrew Kent Collins of Fredericksburg; brothers, Clarence Collins of Wise, and William Collins of Dayton, Ohio and sisters, Evelyn Craiger and Jean Copeland both of Dayton, Ohio.
    A graveside service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m. at the Highland Funeral Home in Bland. Family will receive friends Wednesday 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home in Bland.
    Memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, PO Box 758, Farmville, VA 23901 or to Prince Edward County Res-cue Squad, PO Box 381, Farmville, VA 23901.
    Local Arrangements by Puckett Funeral Home in Farmville. www.puckettfh.com

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Funeral Service To
Be Held Thursday For
Michael Cordle, 38

   FEBRUARY 2 — Michael Gary Cordle, 38, of Farmville, passed away Monday, February 1, 2010 in Farmville. He was born September 11, 1971 in Manassas, the son of Ken L. Cordle and the late Ann Gary Cordle.
   He is survived by his father; his children, Casandra, Jacob and Robert all of Springfield; half-sister, Donna Welch of Fredericksburg; two brothers, Kenneth Cordle II of New Market and Robert Cordle of Green Bay and numerous nieces and nephews.
   A funeral service will be held Thursday at 7 p.m. at the chapel of Puckett Funeral Home.
   Family will receive friends Thursday evening 5–7 p.m. at the funeral home.
   Memorials may be made in Michael’s name c/o Puckett Funeral Home, 115 Covington Court, Farmville, VA 23901.
  Puckett Funeral Home, Farmville, is in charge of arrangements. www.puckettfh.com

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Published Date:  Friday 29th, January 2010

Henry Lee Barksdale, 85
Of Farmville

   Died January 24, 2010. Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 29 at New Whitt Baptist Church, Meherrin, with interment in the church cemetery. Carl U. Eggleston Funeral Est., Farmville.

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Service To Be Held
January 30 For
Anna Belle Eason, 88

   ROANOKE, Jan. 14 – Anna Belle Brown Eason, 88, of Roanoke and formerly of Orange, died on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 after a short illness.
   She is survived by her husband of 65 years, W. Robert Eason; her children, W. Robert Eason Jr., Susan Eason Anthony, and Sarah Belle Eason Parrott; sons-in-law, Larry Houston Anthony and John C. Parrott II; grandchildren, Eric Houston Anthony and wife, Sheila, Sarah Boxley Parrott Beck and husband, Carl E. Beck III, and John C. Parrott III; great-grandson, Kyle Houston Anthony, and cousin, Helen Reames Barnes. She was predeceased by her parents, Charles Edward Brown and Sue Webb Brown, a sister, Jeanne Ruffin Brown, and a brother, Charles Edward Brown Jr., all of Petersburg.
   Mrs. Eason was an avid flower arranger and a member of the Dolly Madison Garden Club of Orange. She was also a member of the Nancy Christian Fleming Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Roanoke. She was a member of the Orange Presbyterian Church and College Church, Hampden-Sydney.
   Services will be conducted at noon Saturday, January 30, at College Church, Hampden-Sydney, with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Contributions may be made to Hampden-Sydney Office of Advancement, PO Box 637, Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943 for the benefit of the Eason Family Scholarship.
   Shorter Funeral Home, Farmville, is serving the family.
www.shorterfuneralhome.com

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