The Obituary Section

Sr. Mr. William David "Bill" Papierniak

, Virginia

May 7, 2026

William Bill David Papierniak 77 of Blackstone passed away May 8 2026. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Almira Papierniak 4 children Bill Papierniak Michelle of Richmond Jessica Mullis Sean of Charlotte Beth Miley Doug of South Hill and Brian Papierniak of Gasburg 2 siblings Tony Papierniak and Kathy Anglin 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by a sister Peggy Baker. An Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era he was an active member of the American Legion in FL while residing there he also was a member of the Moose Lodge and the Republican Committee. Bill had an artistic talent and enjoyed creating wonderful paintings with his brush. He also enjoyed sporting events and especially was a Redskins and UVA fan. The family will receive friends from 200 until service time on Friday May 15 2026 at CrowderHite Crews Funeral Home…

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Mr. Michael Dana Cochran

, Virginia

Mr. Michael Dana Cochran age 75 of Boydton passed away on Saturday May 16 2026 with his wife by his side. He was a retired superintendent for the San Jose California Water District and a United States Navy Vietnam Veteran. He is survived by his wife Pamela L. Cochran of Boydton. Services will be private. Online condolences may be made through our website www.crowderhitecrews.com. CrowderHiteCrews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Cochran family. CDATA document.getElementById "akjs1" .setAttribute "value" new Date .getTime

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Dr. Melvin Leonard Oakley M.D.

, Virginia

Melvin son of Vernon and Willie Mae Oakley was raised in South Hill Virginia. He was a graduate of the University of Richmond and the Medical College of Virginia. In 1982 he founded Eufaula Internal Medicine where he practiced medicine for 35 years. Melvin would later go on to found Krowten Capital with his business partner Chad Trull and would play a major role in businesses such as HospiceLink and HighFive Healthcare. Melvin was known for his adoration of chocolate his appreciation of fine wines and his fascination with cars planes and anything else that goes fast. He loved spending time with his family and exercising on his rowing machine whenever he got the chance. Melvin is survived by his beloved spouse Cindy his daughter Christa Michael Moore and son William Kate Oakley his stepsons Robert Kelly Lockwood and Jay Lori Lockwood his eight grandchildren his brothers Vernon Oakley Jr.…

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