Please keep the Louis family and the Whiting's Funeral Home family in your prayers during this time of bereavement of one of our beloved funeral directors, Patricia Louis. Service details will be announced at a later date. Professional services have been entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011 whitingsfuneralhome.com

Edward Lee Swinton, fondly known as "E D" to those who knew him well, entered this world on September 9, 1949, the third of eight sons born to the late Collington and Ila Mae Swinton, of Mullis, South Carolina. His was also preceded in death by three brothers James Collington Swinton, Leroy Swinton, and Donald Lee Swinton. He was educated in the York County Public School System.  On April 15, 1969, Edward enlisted in the United States Army.  He was a devoted and ...

In God’s word, everything has a season, and on Friday, February 27, 2026, God called our beloved, Charles “Charlie Red” Odell Perrin, to eternal rest at Riverside Regional Medical Center as his season came to pass. His life’s journey began on February 28, 1954, in York County, Virginia. He was the son of the late Charles H. Jones and Joyce T. Perrin. He received his formal education from the York County Public School System. He spent a brief time in Job Corps and ...

Sheldon Martin Lee was born in Williamsburg, VA, the son of Donald Holiday (Carrie) and Beverly Lee-Tyler. He was called home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a short illness. Sheldon graduated from Bruton High School in 1989. He worked at the Powhatan resort as a maintenance technician for over twenty years. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Kenneth Tyler; stepbrother Andre Washington; grandfather Reverend James M. Lee Sr; and ...

Anthony Tyrone Collins, 59, of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on March 4, 2026. Born in Hollywood, Florida, Anthony lived a life marked by resilience, humor, and dedication to his family. Anthony proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy. After his military service, he worked as a truck driver, a career that reflected his hardworking nature and independence. Anthony was known for his strong personality, quick wit, and sense of humor. Even during his final ...

Iris Antionette Johnson “Poppy”   Early Life and Education  On Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, Iris Tyler Johnson, age 88, passed away peacefully at the Hospice House of Williamsburg. Born on September 20, 1937, in York County, VA, she was the beloved daughter of the late James and Virginia Tyler. Iris attended Bruton Heights School in Williamsburg, Virginia.  Faith and Family  From a young age, Iris was baptized and became a member of Mt. Pilgrim ...

Shakera Renee Pearson was born on November 9, 1993, and unexpectedly left this earth on February 24, 2026, at the tender age of 32. "Kera," as she was so affectionately known, accepted Christ into her life at an early age at Grafton Baptist Church, where she sang in the youth choir. She attended and graduated from Newport News Public Schools in 2010, and later attended Thomas Nelson Community College for two years, earning her associate's degree. Shakera recently worked as a ...

Our beloved Patricia Lee (Dandridge) Randall was born on March 8, 1950, in New Kent, Virginia. Affectionately known as “Teece” and “Pat,” she peacefully departed this earthly life on February 21, 2026, at the age of 75.  Patricia, the oldest of four children, was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie B. and Estelle Dandridge, and her siblings, Russell Dandridge and Sheila Brown. Patricia lived a faithful life. Accepting Christ at an early age, she ...

On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, our beloved Simon "Jeff" Jeffery Morning left us to be with the Lord. He was born on January 14, 1964, to the late Simon and Noel Morning of Williamsburg, VA. Jeff graduated from Lafayette High School and later pursued art studies at Thomas Nelson Community College. He loved music and the arts, and he played both electric and bass guitars. A huge and loyal fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, he stood by his team through every win and loss. Most ...

Hattie Mae Cheseman Blevins peacefully transitioned to her eternal resting place on Saturday, February 21, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1938, in Warwick County (Newport News), Virginia, to the late Robert and Mable Cheseman.  With love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the homegoing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a mother figure and willingly shared her faith and her words of wisdom with her family, friends, and with anyone who ...