Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Joshua Eley Obituary
Master Joshua Dominick Eley, 5 months old, went to sleep in Jesus at the Southern Regional Medical Center, Emporia, Va.
Although a short tenure on this earth, his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved little Joshua.
He was blessed with two sets of parents, Groucho Eley and Joyce Thompson of Wakefield; and his foster parents, Michael Sr. and Deborah Trisvan of Little Mill Road, Stony Creek, and their family.
He also leaves to mourn a special "big brother," Benjamin; 14 brothers and three sisters, and a "cousin," Jaylen of Petersburg.
A service of remembrance will be held at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008 at the First Baptist Church, Jarratt.
Burial will follow at the Trisvan Family Cemetery.
Viewing will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008 at the funeral home.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd. McKenney. 478-4411.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Eley
2 Entries
Aunt Nae
September 29, 2008
Joshua,
What a bundle of joy you were. While in Florida, everyone was tired and you wanted to stay up and cackle, so I took the honor of staying up with you and hearing you cackle until you went to sleep. I love you and will miss your smile. May the angels in heaven spread their wings around you.
SHERIFF RAYMOND BELL
September 29, 2008
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MAY GODS RICH BLESSING BE WITH YOU.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Joshua Eley's name
Memorial Events
for Joshua Eley
Funeral services provided by:
Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home - McKenney11107 Doyle Boulevard P.O. Box 188, McKenney, VA 23872
How to support Joshua's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Joshua Eley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
