News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | July 18, 2025
Obituaries
Robert Walls Jr.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Grant Walls Jr., who passed away on July 14, 2025. Bob was born on Apr. 20, 1944, in Hillsville, Virginia, to Robert and Virginia Walls. He was a devoted husband to Jenella for 24 years, and a loving father to Dawn and her husband Cort. Bob graduated from Concord College in Athens, West Virginia, with a degree in Chemistry. Immediately after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army and attended Officer Candidate School, ending his Army career as a Captain. He retired from Honeywell in Hopewell,…
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Richard Earl Potter
Richard Earl Potter, 79, of Lanexa, Virginia, passed away on July 9, 2025. Richard is the son of Charles Civial Potter and Ione Potter. He went to New Kent High School until the seventh grade and then transferred to Christchurch School in Urbanna, Virginia, where he graduated. Richard graduated from Hampden-Sydney College and served as in the Military Police in the United States Army, obtaining the rank as a E5 Sergeant. He would work at New Kent High School as a teacher, the Ford Motor Company for 22 years, and later as a security guard at Dewitt Wallace Museum in…
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Annie Williams Hogan
Annie Williams Hogan, 95, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 27, 2025. Annie was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Hogan Sr.; parents, Ryland S. and Helen Williams; daughter, Gail Finney; and brothers, Douglas Williams and Ryland Williams Jr. She is survived by her son, Robert Hogan Jr., grandson, Justin Hogan; Shawn Finney; and sister, Faye Adams. A special thanks to Jennifer for her caregiving and her hospice team. A visitation was held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 4 p.m., at Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home. A graveside service was held on Wednesday,…
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Christopher Thomas Gentry
Christopher Thomas Gentry, 38, of Quinton, Virginia, departed this earthly life prematurely on May 5, 2025. Chris was born on Feb. 10, 1987, to his cherished mother, Joy (Groux) and father, J. Thomas (Tom) Gentry. He graduated from New Kent High School in 2005 and completed technical coursework to complement his natural talents with HVAC work. He frequently served those in the community through his technical and mechanical skills, outside of his commercial and residential work as an HVAC technician. Chris was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing, but his passion was spending time fishing on the lake or…
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William Richard Easton Jr.
LCDR William Richard Easton Jr. (Rick), USN Ret., 79, passed on to his next duty station in heaven on Mar. 19, 2025. Rick was born on July 20, 1945, in New London, Connecticut. He graduated from Coronado High School in California and went on to English in the United States Navy in 1965. He was selected for the Navy Enlisted Scientific Education Program (NESEP) and graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Aerospace Engineering. Rick received his commission as an officer in 1971. He retired as a Lieutenant Commander in 1988 after 24 years of service, which…
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Patricia Marie Cusic Ellyson
Patricia Marie Cusic Ellyson, 73, of New Kent, Virginia, passed peacefully into the arms of our Heavenly Father surrounded by family. Patricia graduated from Highland Springs High School in 1971, and worked for many years at Mircale Mart, The Jefferson Hotel, Hyatt Hotel, and Cigna. She had a love for God, family, and a strong Catholic faith. She provided unconditional care for her mother for many years. Patricia’s biggest hobby was shopping, and she loved making trips to T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, Target, Home Goods, and of course, Kohls. Pat was a dedicated wife, mother, and sister. Her spirit will be…
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Etta Lee Wallace Jones
Etta Lee Wallace Jones, 92, transitioned to her Heavenly Home on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Etta was born on Dec. 18, 1932, in Charles City County, Virginia, as the third of sixteen children to the late Summerfield and Rosetta Bradby Wallace. She accepted Christ as her Savior in Aug. 1941 and was baptized and joined Little Elam Baptist in Sept. 1941. Etta was educated in the Charles City County School System. She lived in Baltimore for a short time where she worked at St. Lutheran Hospital, among many other places, including Coleville Nursery, Babcock Phillips, Tomato Factor, Plants Unlimited, and…
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Christopher Thomas Gentry
Christopher Thomas Gentry, 38, of Quinton, Virginia, departed this earthly life prematurely on May 5, 2025. Chris was born on Feb. 10, 1987, to his cherished mother Joy (Groux) and father, J. Thomas (Tom) Gentry. He graduated from New Kent High School in 2005 and completed technical coursework to complement his natural talents with HVAC work. He frequently served those in the community through his technical and mechanical skills, outside of his commercial and residential work as an HVAC technician. Chris was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing, but his passion was spending time on the lake or the…
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Nellie Catherine Boyd Crump
Nellie Catherine Boyd Crump departed this life on Apr. 24, 2025, after leading a rich and rewarding life for 92-plus years. Nellie was born on May 27, 1932, in Patrick County. She was a long-time member of Corinth Baptist Church and New Kent Chapel Association. Nellie was predeceased by her husband, Grosjean Graves “Dusty” Crump Jr. She is survived by her children, G.G. Crump III, Catherine Hart (Garrett) and Pamela Radwani (Kent); a brother, Billy Boyd of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Brandon Paige, Nathaniel Boyd, Sunnie Dae, Ashley Aldon, Jonathan Lee, Chase Alexander, and Taylor Winfree; and nine great-grandchildren. A…
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Rachel Elizabeth Carter Long
Rachel Elizabeth Carter Long, 60, of Charles City, a loving and gregarious mother, wife, sister, friend, healer, teacher, student, and indomitable spirit, crossed over peacefully on Apr. 18, 2025. Born at Fort Lee, Virginia, Rachel grew up in Charles City. After attending West End Christian and Bollingbrook Schools and graduating in 1983, she attended Richard Bland College. Rachel would go on and earn a degree in Occupational Therapy from MCV in 1989, a diploma from Sarasota School of Massage Therapy in 1991, a Doctor of Oriental Medicine from the Florida School of Acupuncture and O.M. in Gainesville in 1997, and…
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