OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Danville, Virginia.

Barbara McDowell Pleasant

Barbara McDowell Pleasant

Apr 26, 2026

Barbara McDowell Pleasant, age 73, of Danville, Virginia passed away on April 26, 2026, at her residence in the presence of her husband Dan and her immediate family.

She was born on March 16, 1953, in Roxboro, North Carolina to the late G.W. McDowell and Ora McDowell. Barbara is survived by her husband of 53 years Dan Miller Pleasant, Sr.; son,...

Ina Idella Inman Richmond

Ina Idella Inman Richmond

Apr 26, 2026

Ina Idella Inman Allen Richmond, 101 years old, formerly of Danville, VA, passed away on April 26, 2026.

Born on March 15, 1925, in Danville VA, she was the daughter of the late Wesley Robertson Inman and Myrtle Lee Wall Inman. She was married to the late Thomas H. Allen, Sr. and the late Lonnie P. Richmond. In addition to her...

Roger David Alden

Roger David Alden

Apr 24, 2026

Roger “David” Alden, Age 78, long time resident of Guilford County and born in Danville Virginia, passed away on April 24th.

Born on December 23, 1947, he was the son of the late Roger and Doris Alden. Throughout his life, he approached the world with curiosity, and a deep appreciation for whimsy.

He worked as an enthusiastic realtor, bringing energy and dedication...

Lori Jean Huston Nearhoof

Lori Jean Huston Nearhoof

Apr 23, 2026

Lori Jean Huston Nearhoof passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, at the age of 58.

Lori was born on Tuesday, March 19th, 1968, in Ohio. She was the cherished daughter of the late Donald James Huston and stepdaughter of the late Mike Loomis. Lori attended Conneaut High School. She was of the Catholic Faith.

She is survived by her devoted...

Ely Pollok Foster

Ely Pollok Foster

Apr 22, 2026

Esther Ely Pollok Foster, 79, of 147 Waterford Court, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Roman Eagle Rehabilitation and Health Care. Born May 28, 1946, in Danville, Virginia, she grew up in Whitmell, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late George Harper Pollok, Sr. and Esther Ely Pollok. She was married to Jerry Alton Foster who survives...

Mary Elizabeth Reynolds Tate

Mary Elizabeth Reynolds Tate

Apr 13, 2026

Sunrise, February 26, 1939.

Sunset, April 13, 2026.

Mary was born on February 26, 1939, a daughter to the late Chauncey and Mary Ellen Reynolds in Danville, VA, where she lived her entire life. At the age of 15, she professed belief in Christ, was baptized, and joined the New Baptist Church. She later joined Bennett Memorial Baptist Church, before joining with...

George Melvin Blair

George Melvin Blair

Apr 10, 2026

George Melvin Blair, age 90, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026, in Climax, VA. Born on December 9, 1935, to the late George William Blair and Elsie Shelhorse Blair, he passed away on the farm he loved. He worked with tobacco in his early years of farming but later focused on his cattle. He also worked for the Virginia...

Arlyne Burton McDowell

Arlyne Burton McDowell

Apr 8, 2026

Arlyne Burton McDowell passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on Monday, November 6th, 1933, in Danville, VA, Arlyne lived a life full of service, dedication, and love.

Arlyne's passion for community service was evident through her involvement in numerous organizations. She served as the past president of the board of directors for the...

Michael Van Haynes

Michael Van Haynes

Apr 7, 2026

Michael Van Haynes, 72, died at his home in Danville, Virginia, on April 7, 2026. He was born on April 18, 1953, in Danville to Horace Vance Haynes and Doris Hutcherson Haynes, who predeceased him.

Mike was a 1971 graduate of George Washington High School and a 1975 graduate of Danville Community College. He was a proud veteran of the United...

Brody Barksdale

Brody Barksdale

Mar 14, 2026

Brody was a one of a kind dog. Often called a little "Zen Dog" due to how relaxed, approachable and kind he was with not only the special people in his life, but also towards anyone who spent more than a few moments around him. And if you gave him a blueberry, baby carrot, or strawberry then you had made...

Ella Mae Wilson Williams

Ella Mae Wilson Williams

Mar 14, 2026

Ella Mae Wilson Williams, 92, of 115 Hamilton Street, Danville, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at her residence. She was born on November 10, 1933, in Danville, Virginia, the daughter of the late Basse Price Wilson Sr. and Ella Vivian Walter Wilson.

Ella was educated in the Danille City Public School System. She later attended North Carolina Agricultural...

Patrick J. Wilder

Patrick J. Wilder

Mar 14, 2026

Patrick J Wilder, 69 of Danville, VA passed away on March 14th, 2026. He was born on January 8th, 1957, in Jamestown, NY to the late Edwin J and Dorothy Jeanne (nee Nichols) Wilder

He was a 1974 graduate of Jamestown High School.

Patrick was an active member of his parish at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and had served on the Finance...

Donna Rae Jordan

Donna Rae Jordan

Mar 11, 2026

Donna Jordan passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on March 11, 2026, leaving a legacy of love and kindness.

Donna was born on October 2, 1959, a daughter of the late Frank James Jordan and Helen Mae Bodell Jordan. She was a cherished mother to Alyssa Henshaw and Jonathan Jordan, a beloved sister to Joanne Echols, and a proud...

Leah Hagar Shields

Leah Hagar Shields

Mar 10, 2026

Leah Hagar Shields, 99, of 150 Westmoreland Ct., Danville, passed away on March 10, 2026. She was born in Danville on June 29, 1926, and was the daughter of the late Shickry S. Hagar and Dora B. Hagar. Mrs. Shields was a lifelong resident of Danville.

On March 11, 1950, she married George H. Shields, Jr., who preceded her in death...

Judy Marie Ozment Pruitt

Judy Marie Ozment Pruitt

Mar 7, 2026

Judy Marie Ozment Pruitt, of Danville, VA, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 7th, 2026, at the age of 74.

Born on Wednesday, August 15th, 1951, in Danville, VA, Judy was a daughter of the late Thomas Frank Ozment and Dorothy Marie Ozment. She was a dedicated machine operator at Southside Manufacturing in Blairs, VA, where she...

Dr. Edwin James Harvie, Jr.

Dr. Edwin James Harvie, Jr.

Feb 27, 2026

Dr. Edwin James Harvie, Jr. died February 27, 2026 in Raleigh. Born September 22, 1932 in Winston Salem and raised in Danville, VA, he was the son of Edwin James Harvie and Mary Henderson Roane Harvie. He attended Danville public schools and was an Eagle Scout. He attended the University of Virginia, receiving BA and MD degrees. Following an internship...

Dorothy Louise Vaden

Dorothy Louise Vaden

Feb 27, 2026

Dorothy Louise Caudle Vaden of 123 River Oak Drive, age 89, went to be with Jesus on February 27, 2026.

She was born July 5, 1936 in Elkin, NC to the late James Marvin Caudle and Mary Gertrude Roberts Caudle.

She was preceded in death by her husband Melvin Lee Vaden, sister Stella Caudle McGee and brothers James Marvin Caudle, Jr., Ed...

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