All Obituaries

Mr. Clifton James Wiggins, Sr., age 65, of Halifax, North Carolina, departed this  earthly life on Monday, April 15, 2024; while in the comfort of his home.   Clifton, son of the Floyd William Wiggins and Mary Celestine Battle,  was born on Saturday, September 20, 1958 in Greensville County, Virginia.       Relatives and Friends are encouraged to visit Mr. Wiggins' tribute wall to share memories, extend condolences and to...

Mr. Charles Edward Cain, age 75, of Emporia, Virginia departed this earthly life on Sunday, April 14, 2024; while in the comfort of his home.   Relatives and Friends are encouraged to visit Mr. Cain's tribute wall to share memories, extend condolences and to order floral tributes, as sentiments to the family.    The Management and Staff of Knox-High Mortuary, Inc. is privileged to provide "Distinctive Services, With The Essence...

In humble reverence to the will of God, we gather today to honor and celebrate the remarkable life, boundless love, and enduring legacy of Tracy Renee O’Neil, who graced this world as a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Tracy was born on May 30, 1965, at 8:10 a.m., in Emporia, Virginia, to the patronage of Dorothy Ann Bowser and the Late Morris Nathaniel Hicks. She was the eldest granddaughter of the late Deacon Joseph Allen and Deaconess Magnolia Allen, and she...

James Cleveland Cain, was born on April 7, 1953, in Greensville County, Virginia, to Cleveland ‘Tody’ Cain and Celeste Parham Green. He peacefully departed this world on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at his residence in Emporia, Virginia. Known affectionately as 'Bob' to family and friends, he embraced the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ from an early age through baptism. Cherishing moments with loved ones, ‘Bob’ found joy in activities like fishing and...

     On Sunday, February 11, 2024, our beloved "Provider" and "Grandpa," Melvin Atlas Banks, Sr., peacefully transitioned from this earthly life to the embrace of Heaven, surrounded by the love of his family at his residence, after a brief illness.      Melvin embarked on his earthly journey on January 13, 1942, as the eldest child of Solomon Banks and Alma Atkins in Emporia (Greensville County), Virginia. He was preceded in death...

     Ida Mae Williams Wyche, affectionately known as ‘Hard Rock’, graced this world on Monday, March 7th, 1949, as the precious daughter of the late James and Mattie Williams Sr. in Emporia, Virginia.       At an early age, Ida Mae embraced her faith and was baptized at Mars Hill Baptist Church. In 1967, she proudly graduated from E.W. Wyatt High School, marking the beginning of a journey filled with education, dedication, and love. Continuing...

Mary Lee Roberts Allen, born on Friday, September 8th, 1939, to the late Floyd and Pinkie Roberts, embraced the joys of her early life on a farm, surrounded by her brothers and sisters. She spent her formative years there until her junior year of high school -  completing her senior year in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1962, Mary Lee ventured to Brooklyn, New York, where she resided with her Aunt Carrie and Uncle James. For several years, she worked in the manufacturing industry alongside...

The Golden Gate stood open, He saw you needed rest, God’s garden must be beautiful, For He always picks the best.   Retha Lee Ross, a beacon of warmth and kindness, was born on Thursday, July 2, 1936, in Skippers, Virginia, to the late Enoch Rooks and Viola Banks Young. Retha received her education in the Greensville County, Virginia school system and was an active member of Jerusalem Baptist Church in Skippers, Virginia, until her relocation to Richmond, where she united in...

Linwood Lorenzo Weaver, affectionately known as ‘Rooster,’ ‘Jug Head,’ ‘Big Head,’ 'Sugar Bear', and ‘Roo Roo,’ entered this world on Tuesday, January 27, 1970, in Emporia, Virginia, to the loving care of Lucinda Bullock Weaver and the late Eddie Lee Weaver. Educated in the Greensville County Public School System, Linwood graduated from Greensville County High School in the Class of 1988. In 1989, he ventured to Washington, DC,...

James B. Epps, 69, of Tampa, Florida, departed this earthly realm on December 24, 2023, in the comfort of his home. Born on August 28, 1954, in Emporia, Virginia, to James G. and Virginia F. Epps, he was the youngest of eight children and a cherished member of his community. James commenced his educational journey at Greensville County Public School and later graduated from the Naval Academy, where he served as a commissioned officer in the Navy for nine years. His thirst for knowledge led...