News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | October 7, 2025
Obituaries
Caroly Crane Kurzman
Caroly Crane Kurzman, 88, of New Kent County, VA, went to her lord on Oct. 12 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Morton Kurzman; father, James William Crane; mother, Carolista Bond Crane; and sister, Mary Crane Frank. She is survived by her sister, Jane Crane Christopher of Pearl River, Louisiana; as well as a host of nephews and nieces. While in Richmond for genealogical research, she met her future husband, marrying in 1967 in Norfolk. The couple moved to Woodhaven Shores in the early 1970’s and lived there the rest of their lives. Caroly is a…
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Chris D. Via
Chris D. Via, 18, of Quinton, Va., passed away Oct. 15, 2015. He was a 2015 graduate of New Kent High School. Chris was a very outgoing, gentle, free-spirited young man who always had a smile on his face. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Brenda Via, and aunt, Sandy Womack. He is survived by his parents, Chris and Jenny Via; a sister, Caitlynn Via; grandparents, Betty Hague, Walter Hague, and Robert Via; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 1 p.m., at Vincent Funeral Home, 9923 Pocahontas Trail, Providence…
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Victor Warren Adkins
Victor Warren Adkins, “Dr. Rock”, 59, of Charles City, Va., left us suddenly on Oct. 7, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Warren Adkins, and daughter, Kimberly Shifflett Jones. He is survived by his wife Ane M. Adkins; two daughters, Jamie Allen (Terrell) and Kathy Baldwin (Harlan); a son, Tommy Carter (Susan); his mother, Bertha R. Adkins; a sister, Wendy Adkins (Wilbur); and three brothers, Eric Adkins (Laverne), Perry Adkins (Kelly), and Preston Adkins (Lynn). He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Thelma Mitterer; four sisters-in-laws, three brothers-in-laws, ten grandchildren; Randy, Lucas, Daniel, Melvin Jr., Brayden,…
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Howard I. Adams
Howard I. Adams, 80, of Providence Forge, Va., passed away Oct. 10, 2015. He was a retired salesman from Old Dominion Tractor. Howard was preceded in death by his parents, John Wesley Adams Sr. and Ruth Howard Adams; and two brothers, Edward and John Adams. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Clara Midkiff Adams; a daughter, Tracie Adams Wiant (Stu); two sons, Howard Adams Jr. (Marcie) and William R. Adams (Kathy); two sisters, Ethel Taylor and Estelle Butler (Lloyd); and five grandchildren, Meagan, Jennifer, Kelly, Ricky, and Carly. A funeral service was held on Monday, Oct. 12,…
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Kenton Sites Gibbs
Kenton Sites Gibbs, 70, of Hinton, Va., passed away Thursday, September 24, 2015 at his home. Ken was born in Harrisonburg, Va., on April 26, 1945, and was a son of the late Frances Elaine (Sites) and William Blaine Gibbs, Jr. He worked as a civilian contractor for the U.S. Navy. He was a graduate of Virginia Tech, a member of Mossy Creek Presbyterian Church, and served in the U.S. Navy as a lieutenant. On September 8, 2012, he was united in marriage to Shirley (Marshall) Gibbs, who survives. Ken is also survived by a daughter, Rebecca A. Gibbs, of…
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Joshua Richard Perry
Joshua Richard Perry, 16, passed away September 13, 2015. He will always be remembered as a charismatic guy with sparkling green eyes and an infectious smile, who was ambitious, compassionate, and fiercely protective of his mom and sister, Lexi. Although Josh’s life was cut short, he lived it fully and without fear. Life with him was always spontaneous and full of surprises. Josh was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ronald Wayne Perry, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Sarah Alicia Perry & father, Lacy Buie; his sisters, Alexis Danielle Buie and Ashley Buie Reissener. He also leaves his…
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Larry Southall
Larry Southall lost a long battle with cancer on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015. The day prior to his passing, he had celebrated his 86th birthday. When reminded of his age, he used one of his favorite lines; “It’s not a record, but it is a damn good average!” He leaves behind his true love, Jean, and had recently celebrated their 64th anniversary a few days ago. He is also survived by his children, Kathy, Bob, and L.T.; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. All have great stories of times spent with Larry. Stories of hunting, fishing, casino trips, and summer vacations…
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Milton Stanley Clarke
Milton Stanley Clarke, 101, of Henrico, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015. Milton served his country in the U.S. Army Air Force and was the co-owner of Protex Weatherstrip Company. Milton was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Mattie A. Bowery Clarke; his parents, William and Florence Clarke; and nine brothers and sisters. He is survived by his son, M. Stanley Clark Jr. (Faye); grandsons, Patrick F. Clarke and Paul C. Clarke (BriAnne); and numerous nieces and Mathews. The family received friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8,…
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Linwood Lee Coles Crump Sr.
Linwood Lee Coles Crump Sr., 84, of Providence Forge, VA, departed this life Aug. 15, 2015. He is survived by three daughters, Sheila Terry (Levi), Nina Brown (Jake), and Dale Wallace (Timothy); three sons, Linwood Jr. (Shirley), George (Sharon), and Timothy Crump; 16 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, three sisters and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. The family of the late Linwood Crump wish to extend thanks to all who helped and for the support given at the time of the loss of our Father. Special appreciating is also extended to the church family of Mt. Zion Baptist…
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Riley Crowell
Riley Crowell, 3, of New Kent County, was granted his angels wings on August 12, 2015. He was preceded in death by Ann Crowell, Thomas Young, Ralph Wheeler; great-uncle, Donald Musleman Jr.; and great-aunt, Terri Young. He is survived by his parents, Andrew Huber and Brittany Crowell; siblings, Jason Francis Jr., Emily Huber, Marylouise Huber, Eric Huber; grandparents, Kristin and Paul Parsley, Warren Crowell, Ben Huber and Marion and Kim Salters; great-grandparents, Paul and Polly Parsley; great-grandmothers, Sandy Young, Heidi Anderson and Marylouise McMahon; great-grandfather, Edward Crowell; and great great-grandmother, Mary Wheeler, as well as a host of aunts, uncles,…
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