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1943
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2024
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Joseph Baskerville, Jr. Obituary
A devoted husband and loving father, Joseph "Joey" E. Baskerville, Jr. of Petersburg VA, departed this life on September 28, 2024, at his residence.
Joey was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph E. Baskerville, Sr. and Julia M. Baskerville; nephews, Steven and Gary Yeisley, and his cousins, Roger Shephard and Will Campbell.
He attended elementary school at Giles B. Cooke and Henry Williams Elementary. He graduated from Peabody High School in 1962. Following graduation, he joined the U. S. Air Force where he was a Military Police Officer. He took a brief leave from the Air Force to marry his high school sweetheart, Nadine on September 16, 1967. He was favorably discharged in April 1969, two children were conceived from this union. He was employed at Brown and Williamson until its closure and Defense General Supply Center for over 25 years. He was an avid Redskins, The Washington Team, and the Commanders staying with them through the wins and losses and all the name changes. He loved constructing model airplanes and helicopters with a collection of over 100 models. His newest fascination and collection were Invicta watches. He was a quiet man with a wonderful presence.
Joey is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ella Nadine; a son, Joseph E. Baskerville, III; a daughter, Dawn Baskerville Howard; a sister, Valerie Yeisley (Richard); a grandson, Rene’ Howard, III (LaCeon); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Zion Baptist Church, 225 Byrne Street Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Delano Douglas, Interim Pastor and Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White, Sr., eulogist. The interment will follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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for Joseph Baskerville, Jr.
Lecolia Hill
October 17, 2024
You have my deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family. He was 1 of my favorite customers whom I had the pleasure of serving in Foodlion...never grumpy always had a smile.waiting patiently in line ..
God bless u and yours..
Lecolia Hill...foodlion cashier
Barbara Parker Mungin
October 11, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Neice of Ms.Nellie, SC
Cornelia Owens Goode
October 10, 2024
In remembrance and sympathy, ☮
Cornelia
Natasha Spratley-Perkerson
October 9, 2024
Mama Baskerville, Dawn & Family,
I was sadden to hear of Mr. Baskerville's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying that God continues to comfort and give you the peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time! May your heart be eased by the wonderful memories you shared!
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Tina Mosley
October 8, 2024
In loving memory of uncle Joe We will love you and miss you always.
Tina Mosley and family
Latosha Higgins
October 8, 2024
To the Baskerville Family, Condolences on the passing of your beloved.
Felicia Peacock
October 7, 2024
Uncle Joe
We are going to miss you....may you rest in peace❤❤
Your neice Felicia
Ernestine Batts
October 7, 2024
To Ella and family: MY heart is deeply saddened to learn of the loss of your love one, Joe Baskerville (Joey) wonderful husband, father grandfather, and friend. I remember him as an easy going gentle gentleman. A man of very few words but spoke at great volumes. Keep his memories close in your hearts always. God comfort you all. weeping may endure for a night, but joy will come in the morning
Bernice Tucker
October 7, 2024
To Mrs. Ella, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robert Peacock
October 7, 2024
May you rest in peace Uncle Joe. I have been blessed by God to be given an Uncle that has always fulfilled me with joy. The one time I visit it was my pleasure, an honored to break bread with you. Thank you for caring for my freshest auntie. For so many years, you brought her a much joy and happiness!
I love you with a big heart,
YOU'RE A NEPHEW ROBERT.
THE OPERATOR.
Flossie Johnson-Ridley
October 6, 2024
I will miss our meetings at the grocery stores and you taking messages back to Ella. Always kind, soft spoken and I am so glad to have known you.
Delores Johnson Bland
October 5, 2024
Nadine and family, I extend my heartfelt condolences to you all. We know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Cherish your memories, you will see Joe again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joseph Lyons
October 5, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
James Smith
October 5, 2024
To The Baskerville Family, I worked with Mr. Baskerville at DSCR I was a Firefighter, the Police and Fire basically shared the same building. Mr. Baskerville always spoke when we passed. It was a pleasure to work with him.
Please know you are in Our Thoughts and Prayers.
Marie Rodgers Ford- Robinson
October 5, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. To the family my prayers for consolaton.peace and love I have known this wonderful family over 60 years and I believe the legacy of Godliness,peace, love and commitment lives on. God bless you all.
Kevin Powell
October 5, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Iris Brown
October 4, 2024
To The Baskerville Family,
You have our Deepest
Condolences and Prayers.
Our Peabody High Classmate
will truly be missed.
Willis and Iris S. Brown
Larry and Wanda Smith and Family
October 4, 2024
Condolences to Ella, JoJo. Dawn and Trey from your “Neighbors” Larry, Wanda, LJ, Warren and Ava. Joe will be missed!
Deloris Jordan
October 3, 2024
Condolences to Nadine, Joe and Dawn in the loss of your love one,love, joy and peace as you navigate through these difficult days ahead. Just know that the Lord has encamped angels all around you to guide and protect you.just trust and obey! Blessings to you in the days ahead.Starrie & Deloris
Samuel & Toni J Woody
October 3, 2024
Condolences to the Baskerville family. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth Morgan-Hairston
October 3, 2024
May the loving grace of God and the support of friends comfort & strengthen you and guide you to a path of peace. Rest in peace, dear classmate & friend, Joseph.
ROBERT Cheives
October 2, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
High school classmates
Robert and Virginia Cheives
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