Prince Leroy Artis Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Prince Leroy Artis (Waverly, Virginia), who passed away on October 16, 2025 at the age of 76. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Prince Albert Artis and Carrie Hilliard Artis; his wife Myretta Gatling Artis; and his siblings, George Danny Hilliard, Jane Johnson and Glenn Hilliard.
He is survived by: his son Quentin Gatling (Jovonda) of Maryland; his siblings, Carrie Ricks (Hardy) of Suffolk, VA, James Larry Artis (Geraldine) of Georgia and Archie Lee Artis (Frenchie) of Wakefield, VA; and his grandchildren, Sydney and Savannah. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Viewing will be held on Friday, October 24th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Peace Funeral Home (237 Railroad Ave, Waverly, VA 23890). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Oak Grove Baptist Church (38070 Rocky Hock Rd, Wakefield, VA 23888). A burial will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 at the Booker T. Memorial Park.
