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06/17/2026

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Patricia Dickie Stevens passed away June 12, 2026, at her home in Roseland, Virginia after courageously waging battle wi...
06/15/2026

Patricia Dickie Stevens passed away June 12, 2026, at her home in Roseland, Virginia after courageously waging battle with vascular dementia and cancer.

She was born at Valley View farm in Nelson County to the late William Lewis Dickie and Sallie Ervine Dickie on June 11, 1938.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Frederick Stevens; sisters, Marjorie Dickie Midkiff, Emilie Louise Dickie Brugiuere, and Barbara Dickie Helms; brother, Gilmer Ervine; son-in- law, Patrick Parrish, and step-grandson, Andrew Blaine Boyd.

She is survived by her daughters, Angela Stevens Boyd and husband, James (children John Frederick Stevens Pifer and Elizabeth Caroline Boyd and great-grandson Easton John Pifer), and Mary Catherine Stevens Parrish, and her four- legged dog, Windy.

She was a graduate of Fleetwood High School and Averett Junior College and attended Radford College. From a young girl and throughout her adult life, Patricia had a passion for horses, dogs, roses, music and art. One could almost find her either in the barn, the garden, or painting in the art room. She also enjoyed hosting bridge clubs and "pickin' parties".

Patricia made her career as a volunteer. She contributed many hours as a Girl Scout troop leader, elementary school clinic aide, hospital auxiliary volunteer, Red Cross and served as an EMT with Roseland Rescue Squad.

Patricia was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, friend and the last of "Those Dickie Girls". She will be truly missed, yet her family is comforted in knowing that she is reunited with the love of her life, her childhood sweetheart and husband, Jack. Patricia is finally "Home".

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Bethlehem Methodist Church in Roseland, by Rev. Ed Childress and Rev. Kent Wise, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Roseland Rescue Squad, POB 39, Roseland, VA 22967, Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911, or Bethlehem Methodist Church, 7539 Patrick Henry Hwy., Roseland, VA 22967.

Byrum-Parr Funeral Home is serving the family.

Bluford "Spicky" Mayo Wood passed away peacefully on 7 June 2026. He had celebrated the 94th year of life, having been b...
06/09/2026

Bluford "Spicky" Mayo Wood passed away peacefully on 7 June 2026. He had celebrated the 94th year of life, having been born as a Christmas baby on 25 December 1931.

Spicky’s full and rich life began in the Lowesville and Piney River area, where he remained most of the rest of his life with the exception of his Air Force service during the Korean War, which took him across the US and to Guam. While in the Air Force, he qualified for a position of staff sergeant and received a certificate for marksmanship. A natural born engineer, Spicky overcame a lack of formal education through his innate sense of how machines worked. Racing cars became a favorite pastime. Spicky built his own car and through that experience became a master mechanic, developing the skills to start his own garage. He could disassemble and repair any engine or machine of any type. Later, he was Sawyer at Nelson Lumber Company in Piney River until retiring at age 62. In retirement, Spicky pursued his passion for the outdoors through fishing, hunting and riding in the mountains, as well as maintaining an immaculate yard at his Piney River home. In this chapter of his life, Spicky also taught himself golf and developed an excellent game in a sport he shared with family and friends. He was a great father, grandfather, great-grandfather and recent great-great-grandfather. All of his relatives will remember his wonderful storytelling at holidays and gatherings. Spicky was a special man who valued truth, hard work and finding the right way to do things.

He leaves behind the love of his life, Mabel Tomlin Wood, with whom he shared 68 years of marriage. They have three sons, Don (Patricia), Gary (Debbie) and Michael (Kristina). They enjoyed a host of grandchildren and step grandchildren as well as great grandchildren and the newest family addition, a great-great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin Wood and Zelma Campbell Wood, as well as his brothers, Warren, and Frederick “John”, and his sister, Delores.

Spicky was a lifelong member of Piney River Baptist Church. He was also a member of the local VFW and the Piney River Moose Lodge where he served as treasurer.

The family will receive friends and family at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, Friday, June 12, 2026 from 6 to 8 pm, and at other times at their home. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Piney River Baptist Church, at 11 am. The church will provide a meal and fellowship following the service.

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be sent to Piney River Baptist Church, 1190 Lowesville Rd., Roseland, VA 22967.

Thomas “Tommie” Jefferson Massie Jr., 82, of Amherst died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Lynchburg. Born June 12, 1943, he wa...
06/04/2026

Thomas “Tommie” Jefferson Massie Jr., 82, of Amherst died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Lynchburg. Born June 12, 1943, he was a son of the late Thomas J. Massie Sr. and Zella Mae Campbell Massie.

Tommie was a life-long member of Piney River Baptist Church and had attended Clifford Baptist Church. In earlier days, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, and always had a story or two. He was a longtime University of Virginia sports fan and especially enjoyed watching softball. He also loved music and was an avid fan of “The Little Mountain Boys.”

He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Braxton (Donnie) of Dale City; the mother of his daughter, and caregiver for many years, Martha Saunders of Amherst; sister, Patricia Wood of Piney River; grandchildren, Ashleigh (Heather), Kristina, Shaelynn (DJ), Aarron (Caroline), and Samantha (Will); great-grandchildren, Hadley, Evelyn, Noah, Luca, Caleb, Rylynn, and Isabella, and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Massie; his sister, Janet Saunders, and his niece, Sheila Wood.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Fairmont Crossing, and to Betty Morgan, for all the love and care that was shown to Tommie.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Blue Ridge Meals on Wheels, POB 1332, Amherst, VA 24521, or to the Piney River Volunteer Fire Department, POB 33, Piney River, VA 22964.

A graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in Harewood Cemetery by Pastor Jeffrey Campbell and Deacon Wayne Massie.

James Garfield Hudson, 85, of Shipman, Virginia, departed this life on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at his home. Born in Nels...
05/20/2026

James Garfield Hudson, 85, of Shipman, Virginia, departed this life on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at his home. Born in Nelson County on June 29, 1940, he was the son of the late Abraham and Edith Hudson.

James worked for Concrete Finishers Inc. until his retirement. He loved baseball, fishing, and listening to music. He often spent his time talking on the telephone to friends and family and sitting on his front porch enjoying the sunshine.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lula Ann Hudson; brother, Abraham L. Hudson, Jr.; daughter, Patsy Hudson Beverley; son-in-law, Leroy Beverley, and stepson, Ronnie Turner.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his son, Bobby Hudson (Brenda) of Piney River, VA; daughter, Shirley H. Anderson (Edward) of Suffolk, VA; two sisters-in-law, Ellen Johnson (John) of Arrington, VA and Clardine Hudson of Amherst, VA; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Our loved one is gone from this earth, but the memories of him will linger in our hearts and minds, forever. May he rest in peace. We, our family, loved him dearly but God loves him best.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2026, at Oak Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Edward Hendricks, Officiating, and Rev. Mary Carey, Eulogist, with burial to follow in Oak Hill Memorial Gardens. Viewing/visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.

William Harrison Thompson Jr., known as “Jr.” or “Bill” to those who knew him, passed away peacefully at his home surrou...
05/18/2026

William Harrison Thompson Jr., known as “Jr.” or “Bill” to those who knew him, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his beloved family on Friday, May 15, 2026, after battling terminal illness. He was born November 13th, 1929, in Woodson, Virginia, the son of the late William Harrison Thompson, Sr. and Irene Wood Thompson.

Jr. was a graduate of “the school of hard knocks” and a retired industrial mechanic of the Lynchburg Foundry. He was a bronze star bearing Army veteran and a lifetime member of the Roseland Rescue Squad where he served both his country and community, saving and touching lives. He was also a lifelong member of Piney River Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for many years. Jr. had also been an avid and dedicated woodworker and craftsman.

He was married to his late wife Retha for 57 faithful years and built a loving family. He will forever be remembered for his unassuming strength, unique brand of grit, and the countless vestiges of his generosity floating around central Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his wife, his cherished parents: three brothers, Buzz Thompson, Calvin Thompson, and Bobby Thompson; and his partner in crime Elwood Byrum - all of whom have no doubt already greeted him warmly at the gates.

He is survived by two sisters, Joanne Clarkson and Rebecca Wood; two daughters, Karen Barrett with her husband Tim, and Leigh Thompson; one beloved grandchild, Kait Pierce with her husband Ian; three nephews, Billy Thompson, Terry Thompson, Bobby Thompson, Jr.; one niece, Kimberly Pruitt; and numerous other extended family and friends.

The family would like to extend a very special thank you to all of the coordinators and nurses of the Hospice of the Piedmont, especially Hospice Aide Tina Whiting, Registered Nurse Ruthie Hurley, and Doctor Alina Fomovska, for the extraordinary care and compassion provided during the final months of his life.

The family will receive loved ones at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, Saturday, May 23, from 6pm-7:30pm, and at other times at their home. A funeral service will be conducted Sunday, May 24, at Piney River Baptist Church, at 2 pm. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be sent to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22911, or Roseland Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 39, Roseland, VA 22967.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of our own. Jr., we are filled with love and gratitude for a...
05/18/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of our own. Jr., we are filled with love and gratitude for all the years we've known you and feel honored to have had you working by our side. We will love and remember you, always.

Carolyn Elizabeth Mattox went home to Jesus on April 25, 2026 at age 89. Carolyn was born to the late Lester and Frankie...
04/28/2026

Carolyn Elizabeth Mattox went home to Jesus on April 25, 2026 at age 89. Carolyn was born to the late Lester and Frankie Fields on September 2, 1936, in Beech Grove, VA.

Carolyn met her husband, Carlton Mattox in 1956 at a community dance. They married on March 25, 1959, and went on to have three children, Keith, Diane and Scott, and made their home in Piney River, VA.

In addition to being a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Carolyn also loved working in her flower beds/container gardens, preparing meals for her family and serving as a member of Rose Union Baptist Church where she was actively involved in many areas of service. Carolyn loved to sing and was a member of the church choir for more than 60 years. She sang in many musical events over the years and was featured as a soloist throughout that time. She was also a member of many associations and held various roles in the church including the Women’s Missionary Union, Gideon Auxiliary, Kitchen committee, and Vacation Bible School. She and her husband served on a mission trip to Mexico where they assisted others in helping to build a church.

Throughout her entire life, she held an unwavering faith in God, which she shared with those who surrounded her. Her family remembers her as a woman who exemplified the virtuous woman and will forever be grateful of the example she set. Carolyn found comfort in verses such as 2 Timothy 4:7—"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Carolyn now rests in the arms of the Savior, free from pain and sorrow, rejoicing in the presence of the Almighty.

Carolyn joins her parents, Lester and Frankie Ann Fields; her sisters, Marion Brown, Gwen Black, Laverne Napier, and Sylvia Witt, and her grandson Austin Mattox, in Heaven.

She is survived by her husband, Carlton; her brother, Jim Fields; her children, Keith (Rita) Mattox, Diane (Rick) Crickenberger, and Scott Mattox; her grandchildren, Amy (Nick) Ellinger, Kimberly (Tristan), Kyle (Chelsey) Crickenberger, Megan (Quinton) Boyd, Hannah (Rocky) Fowler, Hayden (Sierra), and her great-grandchildren, Nathan, Christian, Marley, Lila, Raelynn, Brixton, Kimber, Easton, Waylon, Julliet, Maggie, Harlee, Stella, Ruby, Worth and Oaklen.

A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Rose Union Baptist Church by Rev. Brandon Williams and Rev. John Campbell with burial to follow in Jonesboro Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Rose Union Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Rose Union Baptist Church, POB 45, Piney River, VA 22964, or to the charity of your choice.

Ricardo “Rick” Anthony Villavicencio of Montebello left to be with our Lord and Savior March 27th, 2026, peacefully at h...
04/10/2026

Ricardo “Rick” Anthony Villavicencio of Montebello left to be with our Lord and Savior March 27th, 2026, peacefully at his home.

Rick was born October 2, 1958, in Alexandria, VA to Jorge Villavicencio and Juanita Villavicencio. Rick grew up in Fairfax where he and his brother Jorge (Julie) Villavicencio made lifelong friendships.

In 2000, Rick bought land in Montebello where he had traveled so many times before to hike and enjoy a life of wilderness. Rick had a log cabin constructed on a hill overlooking a pond. Rick and his lifelong friend Rick Pennington, along with many others did all the interior construction to the home.

Once the house was mostly completed Rick, his wife at the time, and three daughters Sarah Monahan (Rick), Abbey Goodwin (Jacob), Diana Willis (Nathan) all moved in. Soon came another daughter Olivia Villavicencio (Robb) and a son Ricardo Michael Villavicencio, but we all affectionately called him Mikey.

During this time Rick worked at Wintergreen as a snowmaker where he made a core group of local friends and continued to make the cabin a home, from growing vegetables to the most beautiful flowers. Pretty quickly it was clear that Mikey had nonverbal autism and Rick became Mikey's full-time caregiver. During his caregiver years he also did odd jobs in Montebello and worked consistently at JES Christmas Tree Farm where he took pride in the trees.

Rick was proceeded in death by his parents Jorge and Juanita Villavicencio and his sister Ann Foster. He is survived by so many people that loved and knew him including daughters Sarah, Abbey, Diana, Olivia, Bella and a son Mikey.

While this time is incredibly difficult we have peace and knowing that our Dad who was a talented writer and painter, a phenomenal cook, a horticulturalist, a family comedian, sometimes a drama queen, a friend to many, a devoted caregiver, a faithful believer and teacher of God, and his most honored title our Dad passed peacefully in his favorite place and is now at his everlasting home.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Rick’s honor on May 16th, for those who wish to attend please contact the family for additional details.

Jessie "Sis" Toliver was called home to rest on Wednesday morning, March 25, 2026. She was born in Charlottesville, Virg...
04/01/2026

Jessie "Sis" Toliver was called home to rest on Wednesday morning, March 25, 2026. She was born in Charlottesville, Virginia on February 11, 1933, to the late Sherman and Libby Clark.

She was a devoted member of Oak Hill Baptist Church, where she served on the pastor’s aide committee, was a deaconess, and usher for many years.

She is survived by her two sons, Wayne Giles and Eddie "DeeDee" Giles; one daughter, Priscilla "Diane" Giles; one devoted granddaughter, Jessica "JJ" Johnson, and one granddaughter, Buffy Browning; four grandsons, Anthony "Tony" Sandridge, Nathaniel "Fatman" Thompson, Walter Giles, and Nathan Brown; “Lil Sis” Sadie Mae, and her “girls”, Towanda, Linda, and Cathy; "adopted" sons, Marvin Meade and Dominic Garland, and a host of nieces and nephews, and other loving relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Eddie “Hobo” Toliver; her two sons, Nathaniel "Nitten" Giles and Lewis "Pokey" Giles; siblings, Richard, Lewis, Robert " Tailbate", Sherman, Nancy and Charlotte, and two daughters-in-law, Kathy Giles and Joyce Giles.

"Sis" had a heart of gold and such a generous and loving spirit. She was truly an angel on earth. Her faith never waivered. She would always say, " I'm leaving it in the hands of the Lord". "Sis" loved to cook, but her favorite thing to do was spending time with her family. She loved her children beyond measure. She will truly be missed. Everyone who ever met her fell in love with her, they always wanted to take her home with them.

“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand. The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.”

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Amherst Dialysis Center, Afton Family Medical, and her doctors at UVA Hospital for taking such good care of our Mother.

A private service will be held. The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers.

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