JOSEPH B. GUPTON JR.

Joseph Bobbie Gupton Jr. "Joe-Joe" passed away suddenly on April 3rd at the age of 47. Joe-Joe is survived by his son, Joseph Nicholas Gupton; grandson, Noah Gupton; his parents, Joseph and Marti Gupton of Prince George; sister, Vicki Martin; brothers, Robert Duane Ayres, Steven Ray Gupton and Michael Allen Gupton Sr.; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friend, Kathy Bucciarelli.

Joe-Joe was born on July 6, 1968, in Greensboro, N.C. He graduated from Prince George High School in 1987. Joe-Joe was a loving son, brother, uncle, father and very passionate about being a grandfather to his grandson, Noah. He was the nieces "favorite uncle!" When not spending time with his family, Joe-Joe enjoyed a fast paced life that included sky diving, motorcycle riding, fast cars, and was an avid NASCAR fan and pool player. Joe-Joe was a member of Monumental Baptist Church, and most importantly he had a simple yet real trust in God through Jesus Christ. His family and friends will miss him dearly.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 8th, 2016, at Monumental Baptist Church, 2925 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va. Joe-Joe's brother, the Rev. Dr. Steven R. Gupton, will officiate the ceremony with the Rev. Barry Ginn graciously assisting. Entombment will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Joe-Joe's life. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at the Crater Road Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 3935 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.