Jesse Uzzell Obituary Jesse Alvin Uzzell, Jr. October 5, 1936 － May 22, 2023 Ivor － Jesse Alvin Uzzell, Jr., 86, passed away May 22, 2023 in Sentara Obici Hospital surrounded by his girls. He fought a good fight. Born in Isle of Wight County, VA, he was a son of the late Jesse Alvin Uzzell Sr. and Esther Virginia Wise Uzzell. Jesse was a US Airforce Veteran and a retired pipe fitter for Union Camp Corporation where he was a former Union President. He was a member of Corinth Friends Meeting. Jesse touched so many lives. He will be remembered for his colorful humor, stylish attire, and ability to repair anything broken. Jesse was most proud of his loving family. He enriched many lives with his laughter and wisdom and if you knew Jesse, you knew his kind heart. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 62 years, Joyce Raiford Uzzell; two daughters, Kimberly Uzzell Rice (Eric) of Chesapeake and Tracey Uzzell (Mike) of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Savannah, Alexandra, Baylor, Myles, Brooke, Justin, and Jordan; four nieces, Garnet, Velvet, Melissa, and Jackie; and one nephew, Billy. A Memorial Service will be held at 2PM Tuesday, May 30, 2023 in Corinth Friends Meeting with Princess Mandy Smith officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the Fellowship Hall. Memorial donations may be made to Corinth Friends Meeting or Ivor Volunteer Rescue Squad. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory － Franklin on May 23, 2023. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/jesse-uzzell-jr 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/jesse-uzzell-obituary?id=52022075 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative summary of the obituary: Jesse Alvin Uzzell, Jr., 86, passed away on 22 May 2023. He was a US Air Force veteran and retired pipe fitter for Union Camp Corporation. Jesse was known for his humor, style, and ability to repair anything. He is survived by his wife Joyce, two daughters, seven grandchildren, four nieces, and one nephew. ### Narrative summary of funeral services: A memorial service was held at 2 PM 30 May 2023 in Corinth Friends Meeting with Princess Mandy Smith officiating. The family received friends following the service in the Fellowship Hall. Memorial donations could be made to Corinth Friends Meeting or Ivor Volunteer Rescue Squad. ### The Edited Obituary Jesse Uzzell Obituary Jesse Alvin Uzzell, Jr. October 5, 1936 - May 22, 2023 Ivor - Jesse Alvin Uzzell, Jr., 86, passed away 22 May 2023 in Sentara Obici Hospital surrounded by his girls. He fought a good fight. Born in Isle of Wight County, VA, he was a son of the late Jesse Alvin Uzzell Sr. and Esther Virginia Wise Uzzell. Jesse was a US Air Force veteran and a retired pipe fitter for Union Camp Corporation where he was a former union president. He was a member of Corinth Friends Meeting. Jesse touched so many lives. He will be remembered for his colorful humor, stylish attire, and ability to repair anything broken. Jesse was most proud of his loving family. He enriched many lives with his laughter and wisdom and if you knew Jesse, you knew his kind heart. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 62 years, Joyce Raiford Uzzell; two daughters, Kimberly Uzzell Rice (Eric) of Chesapeake and Tracey Uzzell (Mike) of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Savannah, Alexandra, Baylor, Myles, Brooke, Justin, and Jordan; four nieces, Garnet, Velvet, Melissa, and Jackie; and one nephew, Billy. A memorial service will be held at 2 PM 30 May 2023 in Corinth Friends Meeting with Princess Mandy Smith officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the Fellowship Hall. Memorial donations may be made to Corinth Friends Meeting or Ivor Volunteer Rescue Squad. ### Vital Statistics Summary Name: Jesse Alvin Uzzell, Jr. Birth Date: 5 October 1936 Death Date: 22 May 2023 Age at Death: 86 Birthplace: Isle of Wight County, VA Place of Death: Sentara Obici Hospital ### Table of Relationships | Relationship | Name | |---------------|----------------------------------------| | Wife | Joyce Raiford Uzzell | | Daughter | Kimberly Uzzell Rice | | Daughter | Tracey Uzzell | | Son-in-law | Eric Rice | | Son-in-law | Mike (last name unknown) | | Father | Jesse Alvin Uzzell Sr. (deceased) | | Mother | Esther Virginia Wise Uzzell (deceased) | ### Other Relevant Information - US Air Force veteran - Retired pipe fitter for Union Camp Corporation - Former union president - Member of Corinth Friends Meeting ### Publication Details Place: Franklin Name: Wright Funeral Home and Crematory Date: 23 May 2023