OBITUARY

Trustee Raymond Glenn Conaway, affectionately known as “Joe” transitioned peacefully to eternal rest on Friday, April 18, 2025, at his residence after a period of declining health. Born on May 24, 1955, in Southampton County, Va., Joe was known for his kindness, humor and generosity. He always had a smile and helping hand for those around him.

After spending several years in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he returned to his home of Southampton County.  A special lady, Lisa Edwards, caught his eye and later became his beloved wife, sharing 22 years of marriage.  

Joe enjoyed watching wrestling matches and was an avid fan of WWE. He was a dedicated worker, having been employed by Atlantic Woods in Newsome, Va. and later by Airgas in Hopewell, Va. 

Joe was a faithful member of Mount Moriah Christian Church in  Waverly, Va. and sang in the Male Chorus.  He faithfully served as a Trustee for over 20 years until his health declined.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Alice Louise Conaway; his daughter, Glennetta “Onique” Conaway; sisters, Elizabeth Thomas and Louise Gamble; and brothers, Paul Wilkins and Harry Bernard Conaway.

 He leaves to cherish his beloved wife, Deacon Lisa Conaway;  a special grandson, Jamani Conaway, raised as a son; two sons, Raymond O’Neal “Neal” Conaway and  Charles “Mike” Baines (Cynthia); one daughter, Alicia Edwards (Erik); two sisters, Carrie Parker and Juanita Brown; two brothers, Deacon Morris Conaway and Kenneth Conaway (Rebecca); three sisters in law, Patricia Wilkins, Ruby Conaway and Brendine Easley (Henry); nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren; numerous aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends;  and one devoted friend, Reginald “Baby Ray” Winfield. Joe’s passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him.

The celebration of life service for Trustee Raymond Conaway will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Mt. Moriah Christian Church,12499 Old Forty Road Waverly, Va; Rev. Linda Skipper, Pastor, Eulogist and Rev. Joseph Carter, Officiant.  Interment will follow in the Mt. Moriah Christian Church Cemetery, 18321 Jerusalem Plank Road Courtland VA. 

 Visitation will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00p.m. at the J. L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment- Petersburg.

  The family is asking that relatives and friends assemble at the residence, 13434 Plank Road Courtland, Virginia on the day of service at 11:00a.m.

Service may be viewed by Livestream at/https://www.jldodsonandsons.com/LiveStream, Facebook Page and youtube.

For the health and safety of attendees, masks are required at all visitations and services. Attendees are asked to adhere to social distancing guidelines.

Professional services have been entrusted to the staff of the J. L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment 25824 Greensville Avenue Petersburg Virginia 23803 (804) 732-5959 and (804)834-3330. Bishop Jeffrey L. Dodson, Sr., and Mr. Ricky Montgomery Funeral Directors.  Online condolences may be registered at www.jldodsonandsons.com  “Our Family Servicing Your Family”