BABBS, Grayson William, 19, of Mechanicsville, VA departed this life, February 27, 2021. To know Grayson was to love Grayson, his fiercely competitive nature, his infectious smile, and his big tender heart. Grayson was known for his love of sports especially Football and Basketball, but he was also socially aware and had begun working on a non-profit that would help feed the homeless in downtown Richmond. He loved to read and if he knew you were interested, would talk endlessly about...

Deemer, Brad; 29, passed away, February 27, 2021. He is survived by his father, Richard Deemer; his mother, Shari Deemer; and his sister, Taylor Deemer. Brad graduated from Lee-Davis High School and Virginia Tech. He went on to become a football coach at Blacksburg High School, Mooresville High School in NC, and Richlands High School. He absolutely loved playing and coaching the game. He also enjoyed baseball, music, cooking, writing, and mentoring young adults. He had a huge heart and was...

Suttles, Lorraine Boyd “Rainey”, 76, of Mechancisville, VA went to be with the Lord, Sunday, February 21, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Martha and Harvey Wright; a brother, David Wright; and a sister, Ann Marie Wright. Rainey is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Bill Suttles; her devoted children, Carrie Alexander Suttles, Melanie Anne Sears (Brian), and Jonathan B. Suttles (Sarah); 2 beautiful grandchildren, Jackson and Lilah Suttles; 2 brothers,...

Patrick, Barbara Rackley, 92, of Murrells Inlet, SC passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. She was born March 21, 1928 in Lively, VA daughter of the late Charles Rackley and Clara Revere Rackley. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin T. Patrick; and a grandson, Matthew Charles Henry Patrick, II. Survivors include her son, Matthew Charles Henry Patrick and his wife, Olivia of Murrells Inlet; one daughter, Barbara...

GIBSON, M.R. “Shane”; 78, of Henrico, VA passed away Monday, February 15, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verland Gibson and Mary Jane Kombol. He is survived by his beloved spouse of 25 years, Kimberly Perry; his children, Jennie Jackson (Brian), Greg Gibson, and Shane Gibson; 4 grandchildren, Reagan and Logan Jackson and Max and Salem Gibson; a sister, Connie Ann Ray (Eric); and his devoted fur baby, Lucy; and several nieces and nephews.  Shane was a man of...

Axselle, Bobby Ray, 83 of Mechanicsville, claimed the promise of the resurrection, peacefully in his sleep at his home on February 14, 2021. He was born on February 7, 1938, in Henrico, Virginia. He was a graduate of Hermitage High School class of 1956. He was proceeded in death his infant son, Kevin Ray; his mother, Alma Anderson Axselle, and his Father Ed Axselle. He leaves behind his loving, high school Sweetheart and wife of 63 years, Joan Foster Axselle. He is survived by...

POWERS, Mark Alan- 63, of Mechanicsville, VA  departed this life Sunday, February 14, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his father, James Powers; mother and stepfather, Arthur and Sadie Price; father-in-law, Dean Herting; and son-in-law, Leroy Maclin. Mark is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Tricia Powers; daughters, Crystal Fischer (Sean) Nicole Maclin (the late Leroy), Jennifer Rath (Justin), and Kimberly Seay (Kyle); sisters, Sandra O’Connor (Dave), and Teresa...

RITCHIE, James Ronnie, 72, of Highland Springs, VA departed this life, Sunday, February 14, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, James Calvin Ritchie; and his mother and stepfather, Charles and Ethel McNamee; Ronnie is survived by his beloved and devoted wife and caregiver of 25 years, Theresa Ritchie; devoted son, Donnie Stell; and faithful furry companion, “Toby”. Ronnie proudly served his country in the US Army during Vietnam. He retired from the Yorktown Naval...

CATHCART, LAURA MARIE - Family and friends mourn the passing of Laura Marie Cathcart, 40, on February 12, 2021, from effects of her lifelong challenge of Marfan Syndrome. Born in Richmond, Virginia, she graduated from both Mechanicsville High School and The Braxton School of Business. An advocate for the kind treatment of people with disabilities, she shared her medical experiences, especially at the Eye Institute of Virginia and Johns Hopkins Marfan Clinic as a platform to further knowledge...

McCauley, James Jr.- 74, of Mechanicsville, VA passed away, Friday, February 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Serena McCauley, a son, Michael McCauley, a sister, Betty Adkins, and his parents, Ethel and James McCauley, Sr. James is survived by his daughters, Karen Miller (Scott) and Janet Hudson (Glen); 8 grandchildren, Scott Miller Jr. (Julianna), Brittney Miller, Channon Miller, Cory Miller, Amanda Jones (Justin), Stephen Fox (Gia),  Zachary Hudson,...