Virginia Ruth Barrett “Ginger” Jarvis, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 13 at the age of 82.

Born in Bainbridge, Ga to the late Rev J. Paul and Clara Barrett, she was preceded in death by her brother, the Rev Joel Paul Barrett.

Ginger is survived by her son, Donald Lewis Jarvis (Bonnie), and foster daughter Mary Callaway (Larry), as well as her brothers the Rev Mira Barrett (Donnie) and the Rev John Barrett (Jule), her sister Susan Dunn (Buddy) and her sister-in-law Pat Barrett and a great many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Though born in Georgia, Ginger attended college at Asbury University and married a Methodist Pastor, the late Rev Michael Jarvis. She moved with him to various churches and charges in Georgia, until they divorced amicably after twenty-five years. In her capacity as a preachers’ wife she contributed her time, effort, organizational and teaching skills and considerable talents as a pianist wherever she went. She worked as a teacher, and a reporter for local newspapers in Effingham County in Georgia and in Madison County in Florida. She was a foster parent to more than 15 children in their time of need.

The memorial service for Virginia Jarvis will be held on March 29, 2025 at 10:30AM at Grace Church of Savannah, 6412 Waters Ave, Savannah, Ga. The family will receive friends and loved ones from 9:30AM until the time of the service at Grace Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heifer International or Habitat for Humanity.

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Virginia “Ginger” Waldrop, 72, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025.

Virginia was the daughter of William “Bill” and Jimmie Waldrop.

Virginia was preceded in death by, husband Thomas Barnes; parents, William and Jimmie Waldrop; uncle Taz Harden.

She was a loving sister, aunt, and friend, with a deep passion for life. Ginger had a special love for the beach, often found soaking up the sun and enjoying the beauty of the ocean. Her warm spirit and love for entertaining brought joy to many, and she cherished spending time with her friends and family.

She is survived by her sister, Jeralyn Waldrop Wilson, brother-in-law, Richard Wilson. Ginger also leaves behind her niece, Krista Futch; nephew, Kevin Wilson; great nieces and nephews, Harper and J.R. Futch; aunt, Linda De Young; and cousin, Jeana Cobb.

A private service will be held at a later date. Ginger’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

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Richard Arlan Kyall Sr., 89, passed away on March 12, 2025, peacefully surrounded by family.

Born to Wilbur H. Kyall and Gracie Mae Kyall, Richard led a life filled with faith, service, and love.

A proud veteran, Richard served in the United States Air Force National Security, demonstrating a strong sense of duty to his country. He later pursued a fulfilling career as an electrician, retiring from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Richard was a man of deep faith who cherished reading his Bible and attending church, which were central to his life. He found great joy in spending time with his family and was passionate about traveling with his loved ones. Richard is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Carolyn Elizabeth Kyall; two brothers; and one sister.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Sandra K. Kyall; daughters, Jacqueline E. Rice and Pamela K. Lamb (Alan); son, Richard Arlan Kyall II (Amy); two bonus children, Gina Campbell (Scott) and Tracy Hart; and a wonderful group of grandchildren: Amanda (Kevin), Jessica (Daniel), Brittany (Dusty), Tony (Karla), and Chris (Tiffany). Additionally, he is survived by two bonus grandchildren, Braden and McKinley, as well as seven great-grandchildren: Caden, Sophia, Jade, Makenna, Caroline, Peyton, and Katie.

The family is holding a Memorial Service Saturday March 15, 11:30am at Faulkville Baptist Church, 144 Zeigler Road, Bloomingdale, GA.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Heart Association or Faulkville Baptist Church, organizations that were dear to Richard’s heart.
He will be greatly missed, but his legacy of faith, service, and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

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Alice Jacqueline (Jac) Gilliam Locke passed away January 16, 2025. She was born on May 31, 1931, in Richmond, VA and lived in Williamsburg, VA for her last 57 years.
She was married for 69 years to Bruce Locke, Sr. until his death in 2021. She was also preceded in death by her father Edwin Gilliam, her mother, Fracis Reed, sister Joanne Ashcraft and nephew Michael Drinnon.

Jac is survived by her sister Pat Storbeck, son Bruce Locke, Jr., daughters Elizabeth Locke Drinnon (James) and Alice Locke, grandchildren Bruce Drinnon, Jaycie Drinnon
Knudsen, Jake Drinnon, Jacqueline Dorset and several nieces and nephews. She graduated from Mississippi State College for Women in 1953 with a BA in Art and
received her Masters in Education from College of William and Mary in 1976. After moving to Williamsburg, she began teaching art in the Newport News Public Schools for one year and the next 24 years, high school art in the Williamsburg James City Public Schools at James Blair High and Lafayette High School, retiring in 1991.

A private service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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