Powell Funeral Home

04/03/2026

Before and after a service, there are special moments when immediate family members turn to each other for strength. They also turn to staff members like Funeral Assistant Mary Carol Crabtree, who provide compassion and support for the families in our care at family-owned Powell Funeral Home. (434) 572-4911

04/02/2026

Barry Thomas Webb

Barry Thomas Webb of Halifax passed away on April 1, 2026 at the age of 63. He was born in Halifax County on November 30, 1962 to Evelyn Oakes Webb who survives and the late J.T. “Spike” Webb, Jr.

He was a member of Pleasant Grove Christian Church. With a big smile and kind spirit, Barry believed in living life to the fullest and did so by spending time with his children and family, riding his Harley Davidson, hunting with the News Ferry Hunt Club, was a gun enthusiast, and loved bass fishing. His family and friends loved him dearly.

In addition to his mother he is survived by his children, Jennifer Ellington (Josh) of Midlothian, Amanda Webb of Virgilina and Zachary Webb of Danville; two grandchildren, Dustin and Jorja Ellington; one brother, Ronnie Webb (Cheryl) of Halifax.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bill Wilkins officiating.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, one hour prior to the service at Powell Funeral Home.

For memorials, please consider Halifax County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24558.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

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04/01/2026

Leslile Shreve

Leslile Shreve, 68, of Halifax County, Virginia, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026.

Born on April 16, 1957, in Pittsylvania County, Virginia, Leslile lived a life rooted in service, education, and deep love for her community and family.

Leslile dedicated many years of her career to Halifax County Public Schools, where she served as a dual enrollment CPR instructor. In this role, she taught and certified countless teachers throughout the area, playing a vital role in promoting health, safety, and preparedness in local schools. She was also instrumental in the development and adoption of the Halifax County physical education program, leaving a lasting impact on generations of students.

A passionate mentor and coach, Leslile devoted much of her time to youth athletics. She coached softball at all levels throughout the community, including Dixie Youth and school programs, shaping not only skilled athletes but confident young women.

Leslile was a proud member of the Halifax County Volunteer Rescue Squad, further reflecting her lifelong commitment to helping others in times of need.

Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Leslile found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved trips to the beach, tending to her garden, and preparing meals for those she loved. She also had a deep love for animals and was a supporter of the cocker spaniel rescue program. She had a special place in her heart for her beloved fur babies, Toby, Scout, and Bodie, who brought her constant companionship and happiness.

Left to cherish her memory are one brother, Lee Porter Shreve, Jr. of Newport, NC; special friends and caregivers, Melanie Saunders and Martha Chandler. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee Porter Shreve, Sr. and Saxone Kympton Shreve.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Randy Holmes officiating. There will be a reception immediately following the service at Powell Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave. South Boston.

Leslile will be remembered for her servant’s heart, her dedication to her community, and the countless lives she touched through her teaching, coaching, and care for others.

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04/01/2026

Michael Scott Whitlow

Michael Scott Whitlow of Clover passed away on March 31, 2026 at the age of 63. He was born in Halifax County on June 19, 1962 to Nora Lee Throckmorton Whitlow and the late Alton Whitlow. He was married twenty-three years to Virginia M. Whitlow who survives.

He was a member of Clover Baptist Church and worked with Mayo Power Plant as an insulator. Michael loved spending time with his family, racing, country music, outdoors and was a tinkerer who enjoyed working with his hands. His untimely passing will leave a void to all who knew him.

In addition to his wife and his mother, he is survived by his daughters, April Whitlow Smith (David) of Clover, Talisa Lynn Williamson Quarles of Halifax; six grandchildren, Dustin Michael Crews (Lauren) of Turbeville, Logan Smith of Clover, Journee Smith of Clover, Austin Quarles of Halifax, Erick Quarles of Nathalie and Cadence Quarles of Halifax; two great grandchildren, Teresa Celest Quarles and Callan Crews; one sister, Shirley Whitlow (Kenny Irby) of Halifax; a niece, Nicole Irby, and a host of extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by one brother, Glen Alton Whitlow; and nephew, Glen Landrum.

A funeral will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Aubrey Heath officiating. Burial to follow in Clover Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Friday, one hour prior to the service at Powell Funeral Home and other times at his home.

For memorials, please consider the American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Dt., Glen Allen, VA 23060.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

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04/01/2026

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03/31/2026

Thelma Arlene Perkins Daniel

Thelma Arlene Perkins Daniel of South Boston, VA passed away on March 30, 2026. She was born in Halifax County, VA on October 15, 1930, and was 95 years of age. She was the daughter of the late Ethel Emma Dunaway Perkins and the late Robert Isaac Perkins. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Martin Franklin Daniel.

Thelma loved to have all of her family and friends together for various occasions and especially at the holidays. She was the mastermind behind the Halloween parties, cookouts during the summer, the huge Thanksgiving down on the Daniel farm and the feast at her house. Christmas Eve was special for Thelma as she loved to have “Santa” show up to deliver gifts to everyone and especially to hand out the gag gifts she had rigged up for everyone during the year. She was also known to send greeting cards for Christmas, birthdays, sicknesses, and bereavements to everyone she knew. There was always a special note she had written inside or a clipping from a newspaper that she had cut out. She made it a point to visit acquaintances in the hospital and nursing homes.

Thelma had a knack for writing stories/journaling. She has many, many stories written that chronical her family’s life and some of the hilarious things that happened over the years. She loved talking about the early days and the family’s genealogy.

Thelma was a member of Mt. Cana Methodist Church for most of her life and sang in the church choir. All who attended were a very important part of her life. Her church family meant so much to her. Thelma worked at JP Steven’s and later at First Federal in South Boston where she made many friends at both. After she retired, she found great joy in watching Duke Basketball and she enjoyed her life and was always caring for her family.

Thelma Arlene Perkins Daniel is survived by: her son, Martin F. Daniel, Jr of Durham; siblings, Mary L. Redd of South Boston, and Earl A. Perkins of South Boston; Sister-in-law: Margaret S. Perkins of South Boston; Nieces and Nephews, Donna P. Smith (Robbie), Jerry L. Perkins, Anthony W. “Tony” Perkins (Lucy), Melanie R. Duncan (John), Gregory S. “Greg” Perkins, Earl Arrington; and a host of great nieces & nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Robert W. “Bozo” Perkins, Sr., Steve W. Perkins and Mabel J. Perkins; Nephew and Niece Robert W. “Bobby” Perkins, Jr. and Penny Arrington

A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Randy Holmes and Rev. Zane Lowery officiating. Burial to follow at Mt. Cana Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00 until 7:30 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mt. Cana Methodist Church or a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592

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03/30/2026

Brandon Keith Lewis

Brandon Keith Lewis of Clover passed away on March 29, 2026 at the age of 43. He was born in Halifax County on November 17, 1983 to Dennis Keith Lewis and Sylvia Barnett Hazelwood (Timothy) who survive.

Brandon enjoyed the outdoors and in his free time he played softball and baseball. He also loved fishing and spending the time enjoying nature. His passing will leave a void to all who knew him.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his brothers, Chad Lewis (Heather) of Alton, Nicholas Lewis (Lorrie) of Halifax; his maternal grandmother, Pauline Holt (Bob) of Clover; paternal grandmother, Janie Lewis of Clover; two nephews, Lucas and Ryan Lewis. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Eugene Lewis and Sydney (Bunny) Barnett.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family will receive friends at 6010 Mt. Laurel Rd, Clover, VA.

For memorials, please consider Halifax County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24558 or your local Dixie Youth Baseball organization.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

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03/30/2026

Larry James Culley

Larry James Culley of South Boston passed away on March 29, 2026 at the age of 78. He was born in Halifax County on September 25, 1947 to the late John Leonard Culley and the late Annie Russell Culley. He was married to the late Diana Phillips Culley.

Larry was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and a retired electrician, and he enjoyed the outdoors and spent his spare time hunting and fishing. Above all else he loved his family and he will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Cheryl Culley Wilkerson and husband Jason of Scottsburg; four grandchildren, Charles Allen Newby, Jr and wife Rachel of Scottsburg, Haley Lord and husband Timothy of Red Oak, Matthew Ryan Wilkerson and Gavin Wilkerson both of Scottsburg; two great grandchildren, Ella and Lylah Lord; two sisters, Sharon Church and husband Clyde of Clover and Ethel Everhart of Scottsburg. He was preceded in death by two daughters Lisa Culley Newby and Lori Ann Culley.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Bethel Baptist Church with the Rev. Sean McGuire officiating. Burial to follow in Clover Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home.

For memorials, please consider American Lung Association, 630 Churchmans Rd., Suite 202, Newark, DE 19702.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

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03/30/2026

Families considering cremation for the first time will benefit from speaking with Owner and Funeral Director Les Powell III. From viewing their loved ones to services and memorials, the options they choose can have a lasting effect. Call family-owned Powell Funeral Home at (434) 572-4911.

03/29/2026

Thomas Michael Jackson

Mr. Thomas Michael Jackson of Nathalie, VA passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was born in Halifax County, VA on July 11,1977 and was forty-eight years old. He was the son of the late John Henry Jackson and Doris Layton Jackson who survives and was married for sixteen years to Leslie Francis Jackson. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He always enjoyed a good time. His true passion was collecting scrap metal and he proved the adage, “One man’s scrap is another man’s gold”.

Survivors include: His wife of sixteen years Leslie Francis Jackson of Nathalie Three children Serenity Jackson, Lydia Jackson, and Thomas M. “Main Man” Jackson Jr., all of the home His mother Doris Layton Jackson of South Boston Siblings Jennifer Jackson of Chatham Christy Hatcher (Jeremy) of South Boston Jason Jackson (Jessica) of Amherst He was preceded in death by one brother, Darrell Layton

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Halifax Memorial Gardens with Pastor Randall Waller officiating. The family will receive friends at Powell Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 6-7:00 PM and other times at the home of his sister, Christy Hatcher, 1217 East Hyco Road, South Boston.

For memorials, please consider the Halifax County Cancer Association, PO Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24558.

Online condolences may be made at www.powellfuneralinc.com.

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03/27/2026

Evelyn Marguerite Craig

Evelyn Marguerite Craig, born on April 18, 1934, in Washington, DC, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 26, 2026. Evelyn was a woman who didn’t set out to be heralded but found herself as such many times throughout her life.

Evelyn broke barriers as the first black woman to work for the Washington DC Post Office, where she shared her days working alongside actor Sherman Hemsley and played enthusiastically on the office softball team. Later in life, proving that you’re never too old to learn, she earned her bachelor’s degree from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA, while in her 50s.

Evelyn was a talented musician with perfect pitch and who was never without a tune in her heart and her head. She played with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and performed under the revered conductor, Robert Shaw. Evelyn also generously shared her gift through piano lessons and frequently played for many churches throughout her life. Her favorite song, “Lord I’m Available,” resonated deeply with her big heart for Jesus, family, and friends.

Her devotion to faith was evident in how she ensured her children attended church, reinforcing a foundation rooted in spirituality, community, and love of God. She loved playing the piano for her church and there was many a congregant who sat enrapt by her playing as her fingers danced nimbly over the ivories in any number of churches. Evelyn knew that the music preached the Word as much as the Pastor.

Evelyn was also known for her vibrant spirit beyond her professional and musical accomplishments. She was a contestant on popular TV shows including “Name That Tune,” where she won a 52-day cruise to South America along with other prizes, and “Wheel of Fortune.” She always carried herself with poise and grace, both in front of the cameras as well as in her everyday life.

Evelyn is survived by her beloved children: Tanya Bell of Douglasville, Georgia; Nathaniel Edward Brown of Douglasville, Georgia; Karen Elaine Gunther (Robert) of South Boston; and Derek Hamilton Bennett (Stephanie) of Atlanta, Georgia. She delighted in the company of eight grandchildren— Lezlie Roberts, Howard Carson, Amanda Brown, Brittany Gunther, Ryann Gunther, Jalyn Bennett, Asa Bennett, and Caitlyn Bennett —as well as seven great-grandchildren and fifteen great-great-grandchildren. A host of nieces and nephews. Their lives are a lasting testament to her nurturing spirit and enduring strength.

Evelyn was predeceased by one great-grandchild, Jada Roberts; her parents, William Braddock Craig and Evelyn Powell Craig; and ten siblings, whose memories she carried with her always.

A funeral service to honor Evelyn’s extraordinary life will be held at Beth Car Baptist Church, April 11, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Thad Decker officiating. The family will receive friends on April 11, one hour prior to the service at the church.

For memorials, please consider Paws & Claws (SPCA), P.O. Box 14, South Boston, VA 24592.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.

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03/27/2026

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