Issac Alfonzo Wardell Obituary in Farmville at Bland-Reid Funeral Home

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Issac Alfonzo Wardell

April 25, 1957 - October 15, 2025

Obituary For Issac Alfonzo Wardell

Issac Alfonzo Wardell, the second of nine children born in Farmville, Virginia to Alfonzo Wardell, Jr. and Corrine CobbsWardell, was born April 25, 1957. He quietly transitioned into eternity on October 15, 2025, from The University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville, VA, after a long fourteen year battle with multiple myeloma.

He grew up in Prince Edward County, VA, where he attended and graduated from Prince Edward County Public Schools. Early in life, he confessed Christ as his Savior, was baptized,and became a member of the Sulphur Spring Baptist Church.

Issac was a hard worker, sometimes working two jobs at once. During his adult life, he was employed by Thomasville Furniture Company for 35 years, until they closed. He later transitioned to working with the State and a construction company, taking on various responsibilities with dedication.

He was a great entrepeneur, working on and selling cars. He enjoyed playing baseball with local community teams. His favorite hobby was racing! He often spoke of his passion for building and driving his race car. He poured his heart into working on his own car but also helping others with theirs. For Issac, the racetrack was more than just a place. It was where he really came alive. The thrill of driving was everything to him.

Issac was a great husband, son, father, brother, grand and great grandfather, teacher, and friend. He loved deeply loved his wife, his entire family, and friends. To his grandchildren, he was simply “Papa”, a name spoken with love. The bond he shared with them was full of warmth and affection. He would always say “I don’t know what you need if you don’t ask.” He received his joy by helping whenever needed. Giving a few dollars every now and then was his way of telling you he loved you, appreciated you or was encouraging you to up the good work. He loved everyone!

Issac was predeceased by his father, Alfonzo Wardell, Jr. and both sets of grandparents. He leaves to cherish many loving memories: his wife, Peggy Pennix Wardell of Spout Springs, VA; his mother, Corrine Wardell; four children, Pedro “Sonny” Jennings (Tina) of Pamplin, VA, Monica Turner (David) of Fort Washington, Maryland, Theophilus Pennix of Waldorf, MD, and Gregory Wardell of Spout Springs, VA; eight grandchildren, Jaquan, De’Suan, Dayvon, Kadeshia, Anyah, Tamia, Paige, and David, Jr.: eight great grandchildren, Kylie, Jaliyah, Jayden, Kyon, Josiah, Ju’ni, Ja’Myla and A’Mazi; three,sisters, Angela Robinson (Ivan), Aretha McNair (Lenel), and Lena Foreman (Sean); five brothers, Leon Wardell (Carolyn), Clinton Wardell, Reginald Wardell (Betty), Warren “Sweetpea” Wardell (Jonni), and David Wardell (Vicki); three aunts, Alberta White, Patricia Gaddy. and Nellie Danner; two uncles, Leroy Cobbs and Raymond Wardell; a host of brothers, and sisters in-law nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.His presence will be greatly missed by all.

God has you in His keeping and we have you in our hearts.

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Services

24 Oct

Visitation

02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Bland-Reid Funeral Home 413 Griffin Boulevard Farmville, VA 23901 Get Directions »

25 Oct

Funeral Service

01:00 PM

Prince Edward County High School 35 Eagle Dr Farmville, VA 23901 Get Directions »

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October 26, 2025

Doris B. McCoy

Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your loved one.
October 25, 2025

The Harrison Family

Our hearts and prayers are with the Wardell family.
October 25, 2025

Desmond Jackson

Issac you are always and forever loved. such a pure soul and great energy to be around. he always kept a smile on his face. may you be at peace and forever watch over your loved ones ❤️
October 24, 2025

Jacqueline M. Lipscombe

Peggy and family sending prayers and love to you. Praying that God will strengthen you and continue to be with you. Jackie M. Lipscombe
October 23, 2025

Robert Garnell Brown

Lost a real good friend and drag racer you will be truly missed rest in peace my dear friend Garnell Brown
October 23, 2025

Deacon Thomas & Linda Thornton

Peggy and family Condolences, so sorry for your loss. May you find strength and comfort in the Lord, at this difficult time. In times like these we need a anchor, just hold on to God's unchanging hands and "Remember That Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal " Deacon Thomas & Linda Thornton
October 22, 2025

Pamela Dixon

My Prayers and Condolences to the Wardell family. Love you All Pamela McKinnon Dixon
October 21, 2025

Lisa Scott

To the Wardell family sorry for your loss. Love you all Lisa Scott and family.
October 20, 2025

Teresa Ophelia

With heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family during this time. My prayers are with you. May you find peace, comfort and strength in the days to come. I had the blessing of meeting this wonderful man and I always asked about how he was doing and sent my love and hugs to him. Love to the family, sincerely, Teresa "Resa" Ophelia
October 20, 2025

LIZ and HARRY BEVERLY

Issac and I were hired same day at Thomasville he was a good worker and a kind man and he and husband talked about cars we were sorry about he's passing deepest sympathy to Peggy and family RIP Issac
October 18, 2025

Wesley & Barbara Satterwhite

Our condolences to his family and friends. Issac was a great friend to us and many others. We met at the dragstrip about 30 years ago. A nicer man you'll never meet. Love to you and your family. Wesley & Barbara Satterwhite
October 18, 2025

Ray M Robinson

Praying for you and your family
October 18, 2025

Elder Ellis A. Streat

Sending love and condolences to such a great and friendly family. I pray that God will comfort you through this difficult time. My family loves you guys.