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01/14/2026

Jeanette Taylor Morgan, 84, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Born in Halifax County, VA, on February 14, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Edgar T. Anderson and Edith Arthur Anderson. Her greatest joys were spending time with her family, cooking and baking for her grand and great grandchildren and quilting. She sewed a piece of her heart into every quilt she made. She was delighted with every conversation about quilting or when someone asked her for a quilt and she was able to gift a hug made out of fabric.
She is survived by her children, Teresa Reynolds (Mike) of Appomattox, Cindy Irby (Don) of Lynchburg, Jetta Morgan (Sherri) of Hurt, Harvey G. “Sam” Morgan, Jr. (Stefanie), Harvey G. “Blu” Morgan, III (Shelley) all of Concord; grandchildren, Samantha Pollard, Linsey Carter (Mike), Daniel Hamlett, Stuart Salmon (Emily), Jared (Taylor), Zack, Will and Lilly Morgan; and her son-in-law, Jeff Salmon. She was also blessed and survived by seven great grandchildren: Zane Mawyer, Violet Hamlett, Taylor Miles (Kevin), Clayton Boyte, Landon Hamlett, Jayson Carter and Leo Salmon; and her youngest joys, two great-great grandsons: Karter Mawyer and Kashten Miles.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Harvey Garman Morgan, Sr.; her daughter, Wendy Salmon; one grandson, Kevin Salmon; and one brother, Allen Anderson.
The family will receive friends at Robinson Funeral Home on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 1 to 2:30 pm and other times at the home of her daughter, Cindy Irby.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the National Center for Healthy Veterans/Valor Farm, 980 Wards Road, Altavista, VA, 24517, or to Good Samaritan Hospice at Goodsam.care.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com.

01/13/2026

Winfred Lee “Winky” Doss, 87, of Rustburg passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of Patricia Driskill Doss for 65 years.
Born on July 19, 1938, in Concord, Va., he was the son of the late Winfred Irvin Doss and Mazie Riley Doss.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Rena D. Trent and husband, Curtis of Rustburg, Robert S. Doss and wife, Jennifer of Walkertown, NC, and Randal L. Doss and wife, Penelope of Concord; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
He was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church and retired from B&W. Winky was a talented musician with 72 years of experience. He could play many different genres of music, but Bluegrass was his favorite.
A funeral service will be held 2pm, Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Bethany United Methodist Church with Rev. Jennifer Vestal Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers please consider making memorial donations to Bethany United Methodist Church Building Fund, PO Box 327, Rustburg, Va. 24588 or a charity of your choice.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/12/2026

Dennis Edwin Doss, 71, of Appomattox, died Sunday, January 11, 2026. He was the husband of Wanda Ferguson Doss.
Born in Lynchburg, VA, on July 14, 1954, he was the son of the late Henry Allen “Dee” Doss and Marjorie “Margie” Woodson Doss Reider. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Dana Doss Beckhouse; brother, Glenn A. Doss; nephews, Brandon Doss and Matt Bryant; and his stepfather, Ralph H. Rieder, Jr.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two grandchildren, Ava Beckhouse and Chase Beckhouse; son-in-law, Chris Beckhouse; brother, Timmy Doss; sister-in-law, Sue M. Doss; brother-in-law, Larry Ferguson and wife, Tammy; nieces, Jessica D. Pack and husband, Rick and Michelle D. Bryant; nephews, Travis Ferguson and wife, Whitley and Eric Ferguson and wife, Katherine; and several great nieces and nephews.
Dennis retired from BWXT and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. He loved going every morning to watching for deer, turkey, and bear on the family farm where he spent his childhood with his grandparents, Edna and T. E. Woodson.
A funeral service will be held 3 pm, Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at New Hope Baptist Church officiated by Pastor Rick Sewell. The burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the church from 2 pm until 2:45 pm prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial be made to New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery, 6227 Old Courthouse Rd., Appomattox, VA 24522.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/12/2026

Melody Vest Gunter, 66, of Gladstone passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was the wife of the late Chris Edward Gunter.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland on September 25, 1959, she was the daughter of the late Owen Calvin “OC” Vest and June Lee Harris Vest.
Melody’s faith was an essential part of who she was. She loved her church and her church family, finding comfort, strength, and connection through her faith. Her relationship with God and her church community provided her with grounding support, and she cherished the bonds she built over the years.
She was also deeply dedicated to her work. Melody took great pride in her job at Central Virginia Training Center with Buildings & Grounds, where she worked alongside men she respected and cared for deeply. Her coworkers were more than colleagues – they were people she valued, and she gave her best to her work every day.
Melody faced her cancer with extraordinary strength, meeting each challenge with courage, grace, and an unbreakable spirit. Even in the most challenging moments, she showed resilience and determination, refusing to let illness define who she was. Through every setback and small victory, she reminded us what true bravery looks like – and her strength will remain a lasting part of the legacy she leaves behind.
She will be remembered as a woman of strength, faith, fairness, and devotion – a steady presence, a hard worker, and the heart of her family. Melody was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed.
She is survived by three children, Kelly Hodge and Jason, Keri Sage and Justin, and Chad Keesee and Callie; five grandchildren, Kayla Williams and Holden, Tyler Sage, April Sage, Stephen Keesee, and Maddie Grace Hodge; three siblings, Shirley Mae Harris, Peggie Dixon, and Patrick Vest and Kim; her beloved dog, Toby; and a growing legacy that includes a great-granddaughter, who she was excited to welcome.
A memorial service will be held 2pm, Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Robinson Funeral Home with Pastor Lynn Barringer officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank the staff of Southside Hematology and Oncology Clinic, specifically her oncologist, Dr. Rasheed, for their exceptional care and compassion during her journey. Her family is forever grateful to their dedication, unwavering support, and love they offered.
In lieu of flowers please consider making memorial donations to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 1663 Mt. Rush Hwy, Dillwyn, VA 23936.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/11/2026

Bernard Allen Moore, 66, of Fork Union, VA, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Oakhurst Health and Rehabilitation.
Born in Lynchburg, VA, on November 24, 1959, he was the son of Julia Wooldridge Moore and the late Jospeh Cade Moore. Bernard greatly enjoyed his work as a mechanic in the trucking industry as well as the people he worked with, until his retirement due to injury.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by 3 brothers, Calvin D. Moore, Steven W. Moore and wife, Barbara, and Charles “C.T” Moore and wife, Jennifer; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth L. Moore and Carlton “Bobo” Moore; and one sister, Sharon Moore.
A graveside service will be held at 2 pm, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Moore Family Cemetery, Colemans Mill Road, Gladstone, VA, officiated by Pastor Bridgett Baker-Ihaza.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lynchburg Humane Society, 1211 Old Graves Mill Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/10/2026

Rosa Lee Higginbotham Cyrus, 92, of Appomattox, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Rosa was born on August 6, 1933, to the late Alfred Cleo Higginbotham and Mary Elizabeth Reynolds. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Clayton William Cyrus Sr. and one son, Clayton William Cyrus Jr. (“Tator”); as well as five brothers and two sisters: Orville, Belle, Harry, Pete, Cecil, Margaret, and Butch.
She is survived by one son Ronnie Cyrus and wife, Beverly, one granddaughter, Courtney Gunn and husband, Brian, and three great grandsons, Henry, Peter and Robert.
She enjoyed a long retirement from Appomattox Garment Factory. Rosa was a faithful member of Reedy Spring Baptist Church for many years. The family would like to thank the folks at Babcock Manor for their help and loving care for Rosa over the last couple of years.
Family and friends are invited to a graveside service at 2 pm, Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Reedy Spring Baptist church. The family will be receiving friends at the home of Ronnie and Beverly, 2849 Cedar Bend Rd. Appomattox.
Robinson Funeral Home is assisting the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/10/2026

Thomas William Thorne, 68, of Appomattox, VA, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. He was the husband of the late Kathryn Stanton Thorne.
Born in New York, NY, on March 23, 1957, he was the son of the late Ruth Harse Thorne and Charles Thorne. Thomas was an engineer and was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 30.
He is survived by one brother, James “Jim” Thorne and friend, Marjorie Thorne both of Appomattox; one cousin and caretaker, Allen Goin, Jr.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/09/2026

Mary Ann Thompson Garrett, 93, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed on Wednesday, January 07, 2026, at her home. She was the loving wife of the late William Therious Garrett.
Born in Appomattox County, VA, on December 1, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Irene Chandler Thompson and Evan Button Thompson. She was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church and retired from Appomattox Garment Company. Mary Ann loved to read, quilt and do alterations for the community.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary Louise Rowland and husband, Emmitt (Wally); two grandsons, Emmitt F. Rowland IV and wife, Kelly, and William Garrett Rowland and wife, Angela; three great-grandchildren, Allison M. Rowland, Skylar A. Rowland, and W. Garrett Rowland Jr.; a brother-in-law, David T. Garrett; two loving sisters-in-law, Evelyn Harrington and Page Garrett; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Alta Evans, Amy Mosley, Elizabeth Thompson, and Erma Blucher; and four brothers, Frank Chandler, George Thompson, Fred Thompson, and Dan Thompson.
The family would like to thank Barbara Kay and Mac MacLaughlin for their love and care of Mary Ann’s home.
A funeral will be held at 2pm, Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Evergreen Baptist Church, officiated by Dr. Chris King and Pastor Todd Estes. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider Evergreen Baptist Church, PO Box 100, Evergreen, VA 23939.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com.

01/07/2026

Edith Caldwell Harris, 94, of Appomattox passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at her residence. She was the wife of the late Frank Carlton Harris, Jr.
Born in Appomattox on December 5, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Hubert Hunter Caldwell and Sara Howerton Caldwell. She was a member of Red Oak Baptist Church.
She is survived by her son, Ron Harris and wife, Debbie; granddaughter, Susan R. Arrington and husband, Dan; two great-grandchildren, Addison and Autumn Arrington; daughter-in-law, Laurie Selz Harris; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a son, Phillip Carlton Harris; four brothers, H. H. Caldwell, Edward Caldwell, Fred Caldwell, and Marvin Caldwell; and one sister, Doris Martin.
A graveside service will be held 11am, Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Harris Family Cemetery, 1078 North Creek Rd, Appomattox, VA with Pastor Bud Reid officiating.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider making memorial donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Red Oak Baptist Church, 373 Oakleigh Avenue, Appomattox, VA 24522.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/07/2026

Thomas Graybeale Maxwell, 81, of Appomattox, died Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of the late Evangelin “Lin” Arthur Maxwell.
Born in Appomattox County, VA, he was a son of the late Graydon C. Maxwell, Sr. and Lucille Ramsey Maxwell. He retired from B & W after 38 years of service. Tom was a member of Appomattox United Methodist Church and a UVA fan.
He is survived by three children, Kim Maxwell-Jones and husband, Chris, Thomas Christopher Maxwell and wife, Lauren, and Whitney Maxwell; six grandchildren, Alexis Maxwell-Jones Ottey and husband, R. J., Tristan Maxwell-Jones, Sutter Maxwell, Lane Maxwell, Ellery Sullivan, and Noah Jones; a great-grandson, Abraham Ottey; two brothers, Rev. Wilbur G. Maxwell and wife, Dot of Pageland, SC and Robert A. Maxwell of Appomattox; a sister, Mary Layne of Charlotte C. H.; two sisters-in-law, JoAnn Maxwell and Mildred Maxwell; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife and parents he was preceded in death by five brothers, William Forrest Maxwell, Joseph Maxwell, Graydon Maxwell, Jr., Douglas M. Maxwell, and Barry Gray Maxwell and two sisters, Marie Maxwell and Virginia Davenport.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Robinson Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Dr. Kye Moo Ryu and Rev. David Drinkard. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Robinson Funeral Home on Saturday, January 10 from 6-8pm.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider Appomattox United Methodist Church, PO Box 175, Appomattox, VA 24522.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

01/05/2026

Matthew Scott Bryant, 40, of Appomattox, VA, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his residence. He was the loving husband of Michelle D. Bryant, his high school sweetheart of 19 years.
Born on January 31, 1985, in Charlottesville, VA, he was the son of Bernard E. Bryant and the late Constance “Connie” Marrs Bryant.
Matthew is survived by his wife, Michelle Bryant; children, Nicholas Bryant and Kynslee Bryant both of Appomattox; father, Bernard Bryant of Buckingham; brothers, Timothy Bryant (Stacy) of Buckingham and Steven Bryant (Dana) of Gladstone; father-in-law, Timmy Doss, mother-in-law, Teressa Stephens (RC); sister-in-law, Jessica Pack (Rick); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Some of the many things Matt enjoyed in life were working on his pickups and doing mechanic work. Two of his favorite prize possessions were his 1979 and 1985 Chevy Silverado's. You would also hear loud music when he was around. Matt had a mindset that whatever was broken could always be fixed. However, of all things, his best and most favorites were his children.
A funeral service officiated by Pastor Richard Keith McCormick will be held at 2 pm Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Robinson Funeral Home in Appomattox. Burial will follow at the Bryant Family Cemetery in Buckingham/Wingina, VA.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service until the start of the service at the Funeral Home.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com.

01/03/2026

Kenneth Edward Atkins, Sr., 68, of Appomattox passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his residence. He was the husband of Anita Bryant Atkins, his high school sweetheart, with who he reconnected 30 years later. They shared their life and love together for 25 years.
Born on October 31, 1957, in Farmville, VA, he was the son of the late Mildred Yancey and Robert Francis Atkins, Sr. Kenneth loved gardening and flowers. He enjoyed working in his greenhouse and working on his cars.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children, Brittany Robertson, Tabitha A. Tolentino-Martinez and husband, Francisco all of Appomattox, Kenneth E. Atkins, Jr. of Cambodia, and Kimberly Jennings and husband, Stan of Richmond; two stepdaughters, Christal Parker and husband, Dennis of Cumberland and Felicia McFadden and husband, Ricky of Gladstone; 11 grandchildren two of which had a special bond with their grandfather, Harper and Javier; one great-grandchild; and four siblings, Robert Atkins, Jr. and wife, Debbie Sue, Debbie Frances Atkins all of Buckingham, Dennis Atkins and wife, Dawn of Orange, and Gerald Atkins and wife, Kathy of Cumberland.
A funeral service will be held 11am, Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Robinson Funeral Home with Rev. John Braxton and Rev. Winston Yancey officiating. Burial will follow in Stephens Family Cemetery, James River Rd, Gladstone, VA 24553.
The family will receive friends from 7-8:30pm, Monday, January 5 at Robinson Funeral Home.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Pearson Cancer Center and Centra Hospice for their care of Kenneth.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family, www.robinsonfuneral.com

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