Christine Downey Ramsey, born on December 16, 1956, passed away on August 13, 2023 at the age of 66. A beacon of compassion and playfulness, Christine left an indelible mark on everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Surviving Christine is her devoted son, David (Andy) Ramsey; her loving sisters, Jacqueline Fifer, Jan Holloran, and Nora Johnson; and her caring brother-in-law, Danny Johnson. Christine imparted valuable life lessons and shared joyous moments with her nephews, Reginald...

Rosaline Beasley, formerly of Lynchburg, VA, departed this life peacefully, on May 30, 2023 at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA.  A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday June, 10, 2023 at the Franklin-Hutcherson Funeral Home Chapel.  Family and friends may view from noon until time of service.  .  

LIFE A life-long educator transitioned to the celestial city on May 1, 2023. Born June 16, 1942, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Dr. Lauretta Atkinson Coleman was a most beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and the daughter of the late Mrs. Elmer White Atkinson and Mr. Levi Atkinson, Jr. Her paternal grandparents were Mr. Levi Atkinson, Sr., and Mrs. Mary Atkinson. Her maternal grandparents were Mr. Hamuel White, Sr. and Mrs. Allien White, Sr. Saturday, May 22, 1965, was...

Sekoya Le’Shawn Hampton, 29, departed this life peacefully on January 19 2023 at her residence.  Born on November 21, 1993, she is the daughter of Katrina Lynn Hampton of Lynchburg, VA and Edward Hampton of Harrisonburg, VA.    Sekoya was educated in the Lynchburg City public schools.  Upon graduation entered the workforce and worked at various jobs, she was most recently employed as a dispatcher with Allied Cab.  Sekoya was also a loving mother, daughter,...

George Edward Lee, Jr., of Lynchburg departed this life suddenly on February 3, 2023 at his residence.  George was born on December 21, 1944 in Lynchburg, VA to the late George Edward Lee, Sr. and Marie Lee.  George was educated in the Lynchburg City Schools, and was a proud graduate of the Dunbar High School Class of 1963.  Upon graduation George served a tour of duty in the US Army.  When he returned home he was employed by the Lynchburg Foundry until his...

Margaret Mary Elizabeth Hillman passed away on August 8, 2022, at the age of 84. Margaret was born in Philadelphia, PA to Stephen and Elizabeth Chambers. She earned her Masters Degree in Art Therapy from University of Pennsylvania/Indiana Campus and her BA degree in Psychology and a Certified Art Teachers degree from Lynchburg College.  Margaret loved Arts and Crafting. She was a very talented seamstress and painter. A creative thinker. She loved her dog Scotty that she...

Thomas Powell, 94, formerly of Lynchburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Carillon Roanoke Memorial Hospital.  Born in Lynchburg, VA., on April 6, 1926 he was a son of the late Thomas L. Powell and Carrie Bailey.  He was preceded in death by his wife Grace Powell, son Gordon Powell and daughter Michelle Powell.  He was also preceded in death by his second wife Dorothy Bridgeforth.  He leaves to mourn two daughters; Dianna Callahan (Daniel) and Carrie...

Christopher Odell Loving, 51, of Lynchburg, VA, went to meet his Lord and Heavenly Family on Monday, August 24, 2020, at his residence.  He was the husband of Roxane Charles-Loving.  He was born in Nelson County, VA on December 23, 1968 to the late Robert and Maggie Loving and Elmore Barnett.  Christopher was a member of Court Street Baptist Church and worked for the City of Lynchburg in the Water Resources Department. Christopher graduated from Trenton Central...

Gloria Faye Martin Early departed this life on Wednesday, June 10, 2020.  Faye was born on July 7, 1938, in Glasgow, Virginia.  She was the daughter of the late Clarence Martin Sr. and the late Matilda Thompson Martin.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Elmer Early.  Fay was educated in the school districts of Henry County and Rockbridge County.  Faye accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Now Union...