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Jerry Lee Francis

FRANCIS, Jerry Lee, on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 Jerry Francis departed this life here on earth and gained his angel wings. He was born in Wheeling, W.Va. on November 20, 1966 to the late Ronald Lee Francis Sr. and Sharon Tennant Francis. Jerry moved to King William in 1980 with his family and resided there until his untimely death. He followed in his father’s footsteps by becoming an auto mechanic in his early adult years. He worked for several companies in the Richmond, Mechanicsville and King William areas. His reputation in the community preceded him as he was called upon often to help others with their cars. He was always there to lend a helping hand whenever someone needed it. When not working, Jerry enjoyed spending quality time with his wife, traveling to both the mountains and the beach, hanging out with his son and playing with his grandchildren. He loved relaxing with family and friends and fishing while drinking a cold Miller High Life. He never missed the opportunity to bring his mom her favorite sweet treats and spend time reminiscing about all the good times. Jerry loved pranking his brothers and found joy in making them laugh every chance he got. He was kind, funny, compassionate and caring and will be missed by all that knew him. In addition to his father; Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Francis Jr. (King William, Va.); and brother, Dale Francis (Cambridge, Ohio). He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Francis; son, Eric Francis (Allyson); stepdaughter, Brittany Marsh; stepson, Hunter Marsh; grandchildren, Cameron and Grace. He is also survived by his mother, Sharon Francis; brothers, Donald Francis, Chris (Sherry) Francis, Randy (Pam) Francis; sister, Robin (Jim) Cronin; and sister-in-law, Sharon “Nic” Francis. He also leaves behind to cherish his memory several nieces and nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews, as well as several close life-long friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor Jerry. The family welcomes donations to be made to the American Cancer Society at donate.cancer.org as an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers. An online memorial page can be found at affinityfuneralservice.com for those wishing to leave their condolences.

Allen Gilbert

ALLEN, John Gilbert, age 86, of Mechanicsville, departed this life Wednesday, May 3, 2023. He was affectionally known as “Skeeter.” He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Barbara B. Allen; and daughter, Dr. Kim M. Allen. Also, sister, Lucille Coles; and three sisters-in-law, Brenda Brown, Frieda Creer and Geraldine Brown. He also leaves a host of nieces and nephews, two devoted, Farrah Creer and Bonita Roemer; as well as other relatives, friends and church family. Viewing was held Friday, May 12 at Scott’s Funeral Home, 115 East Brookland Park Blvd., Richmond, Va. 23222. Funeral services were held at Second Baptist Church, 1400 Idlewood Ave., Richmond, Va. 23220, Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 11 a.m. Dr. James H. Harris officiating. Prior to the services, the family received other relatives and friends from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilot Lane, Richmond, Va. 23222.

Thurston 'Buddy' Boggs Jr.

BOGGS, Thurston “Buddy” Jr., 75, of Mechanicsville, Va., departed this life, Monday, May 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verona and Thurston Boggs Sr.; a sister, Mary Boggs; and a brother, Michael Boggs. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Cheryl Boggs; a daughter, Wendy Boggs; a sister, Delores Thomas (Danny); two sistersin-law, Linda Boggs and Tricia Dunay; a nephew, several nieces and many cousins and friends.

Buddy was born in Alleghany County, Va. and retired from VDOT after 39 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and NASCAR. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and friend and will be deeply missed. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Hanover Memorial Park, 4447 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A reception followed at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor can be made to the Bon Secours Community Hospice House, 1133 Old Bon Air Rd. Richmond, Va. 23235

Janci Mako Caldwell

CALDWELL, Janci Mako, age 67, of Mechanicsville, died on May 8, 2023. She grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland and graduated from the University of Maryland. She moved to Hanover to join her husband and raise a family while continuing her career in libraries which included the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the Library of Virginia and the library at Randolph Macon College. She greatly enjoyed reading, gardening and her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her family. She is survived by her husband, Larry Caldwell; son, Brian Caldwell; daughter-in-law, Kim Caldwell; grandchildren, Bronwen and Dylan Caldwell; sister, Judy Hopkins (Phil); and brother, Joe Mako. A visitation will be held today, May 17 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home in Mechanicsville. A graveside service will be held Thursday, May 18 at 1 p.m. at Hollywood Cemetery.

HOLLOMAN, Scott R.

HOLLOMAN, Scott R., 56, of Mechanicsville, Va., entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, april 26, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and shirley Holloman. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Cindy Holloman; his son, Matthew; stepmother, Olivia Holloman; brother, david (elizabeth); in-laws, Clarence and Pat seamster; brother-in-law, Clay seamster (denise); nephews and niece; and extended family. scott loved all things fishing, nasCaR and woodworking. He had the biggest heart and appreciated a good laugh, a great song and endless snuggles from his beloved hound, shelby. His kindness made the world a better place. a memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Mechanicsville chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. a reception will immediately follow at the Battlefield Green Clubhouse, 6211 Rolling Forest Circle, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. The family welcomes floral tributes or donations to the animal rescue of your choice.

Rose Schutte Seay

SEAY, Rose Schutte, known as “Gigi” to her family, left us on Thursday, May 11, 2023, praying that she is worthy enough to be accepted by our Lord to “Come Unto Me.” she was just seven days shy of her 89th birthday. she was preceded in death by her parents, Orlando a. “Lanny” and Louise T. “Lou” schutte; and her husband of 46 years, Robert a. “Bob” seay. she is survived by her “two kids,” Robert L. “Lennie” and his wife, susan Christine seay; her “special son,” Ralph “Rip” Burroughs (sharon); her sisters, Kathleen s. sanderlin (William e. “Buddy”), Patricia s. “Tricia” Malechek (edwin “ed”) and Rebecca B. “Becky” skipper (Fred); grandchildren, Brian J. ankrom (Maureen) and Tori B. Holbrooks (Bryan R.); great-grandchildren, Jack Lenwood ankrom, evelynn Rose ankrom, Lexington Lynn Holbrooks and Bryan “Castle” Holbrooks Jr.; a dear friend, Briget Bishop; a special son-in-heart, Thomas Lenning; five sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2023, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville Va. 23111. a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116, with interment to follow at Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor can be made to the church ministries’ fund.