Howard J. Arthur

Howard J. Arthur, 93, of Powhatan, went to be with his Lord May 28, 2010.

He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Ola B. Arthur; three sons, Howard R. Arthur (Nancy) of Farmville, James R. Arthur (Lois) of Columbia, and Donald L. Arthur (Charlene) of Chester; one daughter, Penny Reams (David) of Powhatan; one brother, Norman Arthur of Indiana; three sisters, Dorothy Haygood of Florida, Irene Songer of Alabama, Doris Barnes of Florida; 10 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.

The family received at the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson Hwy. (Rt. 60), Powhatan. Funeral services were held in the Red Lane Baptist Church. Interment church cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Joseph Cecil Lawson, Sr.

Joseph Cecil Lawson, Sr., 82, of Culpeper passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his residence on Wednesday, June 9, 2010. 
He was born December 21, 1927 in Powhatan, VA to the late Oliver Cecil and Etta Jessup Lawson.

Mr. Lawson was a member of Culpeper Baptist Church as well as a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and State Police Alumni.  He retired in 1991 from the Virginia State Police after thirty six years of service.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Lawson, his children, Jojuan White and her husband, Joe of Culpeper, Judy Norris and her husband, Robert of Mitchells, Jackie Heberle and her husband, Andy of Powhatan, Joseph “Jay” Lawson, Jr. and his wife, Jennifer of Ruckersville, two step daughters, Suzanne Tharin and her husband, Ted of Midlothian, Mary Beth Hutchison and her husband, Todd of Midlothian, and one step son, Garfield Lawson and his wife, Kristy of Mechanicsville.

Additional survivors include one brother, Elwood Lawson of Richmond, one sister, Clara Emerson of Powhatan, and his grandchildren, Justin, Jessica and Janel Barton, Ashleigh and Joseph Norris, Zachary, Jared and Elijah Schiarelli, Samantha Yuen, Robin, Reanna and David Shaulis, Victoria Bassols, Robin Smith, Alicia Thomas, Kaitie and Alex Tharin, Taylor Lawson, Kraig Wood and Julie and Samantha Hutchison and six great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 46 years, Jean Mann Lawson, two brothers,  Stuart Lawson and Welbert Lawson, and one sister, Jean Manley.

The family received friends on Sunday, June 13 at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701.

A funeral was held on Monday, June 14 at Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S. West St., Culpeper, VA 22701 with Dr. Bert Browning and Dr. Ted Fuson officiating.

Interment followed in Red Lane Baptist Church Cemetery in Powhatan.

Virginia State Police served as pallbearers.

The family would like to give a special Thank You to Betty and April Patterson, Lucille Johnson, Barbara Tansimore, Cindy Gray and Family Care Home Health and Hospice for all their love and compassion.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S. West St., Culpeper, VA 22701.

An online guestbook is available at http://www.foundandsons.com.

Robert Avis Meadows

For better or worse, in sickness and in health, ‘til death do us part. Bob drew his last breath in the arms of his wife on Sunday, May 30, 2010, just three weeks short of their 42nd wedding anniversary.

Throughout the past five years, his determination to live life to the fullest, despite the relentless torments of cancer, were a tribute to his spirit and an inspiration to his family and friends, whom he cherished. Anyone in need of help knew he was just a phone call away.

Predeceased by his father, William Avis Meadows, he received comfort and support throughout his illness from his mother, Ethel Rakes Meadows.

His memory will be forever treasured by his wife, Patty, and through the legacy of his large family, which includes sons-in-law whose willingness to take on many household chores as he grew weaker, brought comfort beyond measure.

His children were the light of his life: Robert, Jeri Eroh (Ronnie), Jennifer Adkins (Eddie), Sandy Morin (Matt), Melissa Perry (Tom), Steve (Tiffany), Tim (K.C.), Mandi Mosler (Derrick), Matthew (Ashten), Amber and Michael. He was a beloved Pa-Pa to his grandchildren: Jacob, Mary Kate, Abby, Thomas, Trey, Nathan, Alexis, Brendan, Georgia, Lila, Emily, Noah and Hayden. Born in Beckley, West Virginia, he graduated from Patrick Henry High School in Ashland, Virginia, and earned his associate’s degree in Criminal Justice from Northern Virginia Community College.

He served in the U.S. Air Force, as a Fairfax County Police Officer, and as a Sheriff’s Deputy in Powhatan County, where he lived for the last 33 years, and where he forged many long-lasting friendships. He was a loyal and dependable foreman for Blakemore Construction Corporation for many years until he was no longer able to work.

He loved being outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Words cannot express our gratitude for the gentle care of his hospice nurses in helping him make the transition from this life to the next, and for the continuing care and guidance of Hospice of Virginia to his family.

Notes, visits and expressions of love and caring from friends during the last few years have brought joy and comfort that was needed so much; thank you for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers.

Robert E. Primovic Sr.

Robert E. Primovic Sr., 72, of Powhatan, died June 11, 2010. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Primovic. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Parrett Primovic; one son, Robert E. Primovic Jr. of California; and one brother, Frank Primovic, and one sister, Nancy Hughes, both of Ohio.

The family received friends Tuesday from 6 to 8 pm at the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson Hwy. (Rt. 60), Powhatan. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. today in the Powhatan Community Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ann’s Clan Relay For Life (American Cancer Society ), St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, or the charity of your choice.