James Ray Bishop's obituary , Passed away on January 10, 2026 in Irvington, Virginia

James Ray Bishop

December 3, 1934 - January 10, 2026 (91 years old)

Irvington, Virginia

James Ray Bishop's obituary , Passed away on January 10, 2026 in Irvington, Virginia

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Markwood Funeral Home, Inc.

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James Ray Bishop

December 3, 1934 - January 10, 2026 (91 years old)

Irvington, Virginia

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James Ray Bishop Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Ray Bishop of Irvington, Virginia, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James left this world on January 10, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Ray Bishop or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact James had on those he encountered along his journey. Though James may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He is survived by: his wife Donna Hawthorne Bishop; his stepchildren, Kenneth Hawthorne (Tammy) of Irvington and Dana Arnold of Chesterfield, VA; his grandchildren, Kenneth Hugh Hawthorne and Bethany Arnold; his great grandchildren, Bianca Dallas and Amina Arnold; and his sister Betty Mullen of California. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Markwood Funeral Home, Inc.



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Thu

Jan 15

Funeral service

Currie Funeral Home
116 E Church St, Kilmarnock, VA 22482

Fri

Jan 16

Visitation

Fri

Jan 16

Graveside service

Queens Meadows Point Cemetery

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