1951
2025
Larry Donell Wilson departed this life on August 19, 2025, at Bon Secours Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, VA. Larry was a lifelong resident of the city and a proud member of the Blandford Community. Larry was born in Petersburg on October 24, 1951, to EC and Gertrude Sullivan Wilson. He was the fourth of five children.
He was baptized at Bethany (Missionary) Baptist Church on May 14, 1961. He was educated in Petersburg Public School system and attended Blandford Elementary and Peabody High School. Larry graduated in 1970 as a member of Peabody's final graduating class.
Larry had a strong work ethic (which he learned from his parents) and was employed at Central State Hospital in the food service department for 43 years, retiring January 1, 2015 as a head cook. He was an avid fisherman and after retiring, he spent much of his time reeling them in at the Appomattox and the James River. Larry also enjoyed watching a good Western on GRIT and INSP channels. He was a loyal fan of the Philadelphia Eagles.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Edward “Junnie" Wilson; his nephews, Carey Easley and Edward Corey Wilson; and his fiancee, Carolyn Wyche. The following are left with fond memories: his daughter, Tyshonna Jordan and her mother, Carolyn Jordan; his grandsons, Jordan Wynn (Zoe), Jamari Jordan and Jacobi Jordan-Brown; sisters and caregivers, Patricia Easley, Sylvia Wilson and Recia Wilson; stepson, Donald Wyche; and sister-in-law, Delores Wilson. He also will be missed by his niece, Kesha Williams (Gregory) and nephews, Brent Easley (Darrylisha) and Keith Wilson. Larry had many friends and extended family. Among them special friend: Delores Warren, Ryshonda Jordan, Harmony Jordan “Lil Red,” Larry Moody, Joe Johnson “Neckbone”, George Brown “Cadillac,” Patricia Goode “Hardtimes,” Christine Green, Nelson Moore, and Ricky Clark “Ace”.
Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Greater Faith A.M.E. Zion Church, 1301 Youngs Road, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Randy V. Kiah, Pastor, and Rev. Carlos Jordan, eulogist. The interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery.
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Joanne Johnson
September 1, 2025
My condolences to the family on the passing of a good friend. LL, no more pain. I will miss the laughs, jokes, and you are "YOU". Family, I'm praying for God's strength for you, sisters. Enjoy the memories because there are many, so sit and laugh over them day in and day out, knowing his spirit is with you.
August 31, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.
JESSE C “JC” WILLIAMS
August 30, 2025
My brother, my Blandford Homie, my Peabody High Lion..I can state that I to am at peace having visited you in Bon Secours & enjoying, thoroughly enjoying our visit. I am overwhelmed yet honored by your honest words which expressed your feelings of gratitude, contentment of your life, no regrets & reflections of joyful memories.
My brother may you Rest In Eternal PEACE. I offer my sincere condolences to the FAMILY.
“J.C.” Jesse C Williams (Los Angeles)
Larry Lewis
August 30, 2025
I would like to give my condolences to the family and friends. Larry LL Wilson will be truly beautiful missed.
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Alma Jackson- Cheatham
August 30, 2025
R.i.P., Cuz, you will be missed.
Gloria Moss
August 29, 2025
Sending heartfelt condolences to the family
Booboo Pope
August 29, 2025
To my home boy RIP brother
Sandra Carson
August 29, 2025
To my dear cousins Pat, Sylvia and Recia my thoughts are with you all. My prayer is that God will grant you peace, comfort and strength today and forever.
Love,
Cousin Sandra Carson and Family
Vilma Short
August 29, 2025
My thought and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May the love and support from family, friends and special memories bring you comfort.
Robert Stith
August 29, 2025
Rest In Peace , My Friend
Robin Ellis
August 29, 2025
My condolences are extended to the family. May his memories bring strength and comfort to you now and the days ahead.
Bertie Carrington
August 28, 2025
Resting in God's arms
Carolyn Brown
August 28, 2025
Wow! I was certainly caught off guard when I heard this. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends. Larry was in my graduating class and I have fond memories of him. Remembering you and your loved one's in prayer during this difficult time.
Garland Lee
August 28, 2025
Rest in peace my friend
Melvin (Catfish) Jones
August 28, 2025
To the family members of Larry Wilson (Blandford Community). My sincere heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you. Larry and I (Melvin Jones aka "Catfish from Blandford), go way back in the days of Blandford Neighborhood growing up. We were the best of friends, Larry, Zachary Jones and myself (Melvin). Larry Wilson was a jokester, and a great friend to everyone who knew him. Always had a smile on his face, and you would know that he would have something brewing behind that smile! Larry was a friend to many in the Blandford Neighborhood and abroad. We had some great times together! Take your rest now my Brother. Give Zack, Calvin Turner, Boo-Tee and others some dap when you see them in heaven! You will surely be missed. I pray that God will give your family His peace which surpasses all understanding. In the Amazing Matchless Name of Jesus. Rest In Peace, Larry!
Melvin Jones (Catfish), Blandford Community

Cadillac Brown
August 28, 2025
Vonda Jordan
August 27, 2025
My heartfelt sincere condolences to the family. May the God give y’all peace and comfort at this time. Love you so much cousin Tyshonna always here for you!
Washington
August 27, 2025
My dear friend it's hard to believe Gone to Glory you will be truly missed by all that love you!
Patricia Bates
August 27, 2025
"I'm so sorry for your loss," "My deepest condolences to you and the family. God will take care of you , Amen
Adrienne Richardson
August 27, 2025
R.i.p. my buddy
Orlando Brunette
August 27, 2025
I pray for comfort for the family. May God be with you and bless you.
James Davis
August 26, 2025
Wishing you comfort and peace to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart
Patricia Coleman
August 25, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Olivia Stith
August 25, 2025
To a great person who everybody love may you rest in peace
Dorothy Brown
August 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to your family in your time of loss. I will truly miss my boo, boo.
Dorothy Brown
August 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to your family in your time of loss. I will truly miss my boo book .
Delano Bland
August 24, 2025
So sorry to hear about the passing of Larry. We used to work together many years ago. Whenever we saw each other,he would call my whole name. Sending condolences and prayers to the entire family. God will supply the strength needed at such a sad and difficult time. RIH/RIP Larry
Raymond Farley
August 23, 2025
My childhood buddy full of energy and life have a lot of good memories gonna miss my friend Rest in Paradise
Michelle Jackson
August 23, 2025
I have been to plenty of his house parties n cook outs he never changed always the same rest in Mr Larry Wilson u r missed
Gregory Ferby
August 22, 2025
LL was a great man,he was a great co worker. I worked with him for about 14 years at central state hospital. I went bi his house and chill with him alot of time,went to hus b day party he had. Nan this is a big one.he gave me my name out central state. Cool mack cool and everyone still call me tht...rip LL
Fain Washington
August 22, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Larry was a beautiful sprit so full of love and laughter for all. Beautiful coworker and hang out buddy. Family you are in my prayers Take your well deserved rest my friend
Keith Brooks
August 22, 2025
Rest up unc will miss you down here
Timothy- Vert Robinson
August 21, 2025
To the family,
Kathy and I would like to express our deepest condolences to the family. Larry will truly be missed. Him and I go way back. We had nothing but good times and good laughs in Blandford. May God grant his family peace and comfort during this most difficult time.
Cadillac Brown
August 21, 2025
Hey L L I remember we use to call your crib CLUB 99 had a ball RIP My friend you will be missed
Curtis, Linda & Gerard Johnson
August 21, 2025
Sending our Heartfelt Condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Lena Buford
August 21, 2025
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.
Edna B Burrow
August 21, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always LL coworker and friend my condolences to the family.
Shirley Browder
August 20, 2025
My deepest condolences to your family in this time of loss. He was a co-worker and a friend and he will truly be missed. RIP
Cadillac Brown
August 20, 2025
My Condolences to a great friend L L Mr. Wilson man sending prayers to da family hang in there look to da hills for strength AMEN peace .
Flossie Johnson-Ridley
August 20, 2025
Larry was a former neighbor and friend. He was always helpful and kind and did a lot for the neighbors before his long illness. May God bless Sylvia and the rest of the family during this very difficult time.
Sylvia Geter(Blount Family)
August 20, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Germaine Oliver
August 20, 2025
So Sorry to hear of the passing of your love one Larry D. Wilson. We are praying with You and for You and your family. Praying that GOD give you strength and comfort during this Sad time. BSU4LIFE
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