Edward Lafayette Pleasants Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Edward Lafayette Pleasants

Edward Lafayette Pleasants was born to James Early Pleasants and the late Sarah Pleasants-Scroggins on October 28, 1946. Edward slipped away peacefully on April 21, 2020 at McGuire VA Medical Center. Puddin Joe, as he was affectionately called in his early years, was the eldest of five children. Edward joined Shiloh Baptist Church in Powhatan at an early age; he served as a deacon and sang in the choir. Ed graduated from Pocahontas High School in 1964 and earned an Associate of Arts degree from Wayne County Community College in Supervision and Management. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the United States Army from 1966 to 1974, and continuing in the Army Reserves as a Staff Sergeant. Edward had two children from a previous marriage, Chandrika and Maurice, of whom he was very proud. He would later meet his loving wife, Frances Taylor-Pleasants. They shared a life together for eleven years. He welcomed his stepchildren, Roxanne and Calvin Jr. to this union. Ed was a very outgoing and friendly person with several friends. He often volunteered with some of his friends at the VA hospital, as well as the American Legion and Disabled Veterans, where he held membership in both organizations. Ed leaves to cherish his memory his dedicated and devoted wife, Frances; father, James (Prince); children, Chandrika (Josh) and Maurice; adopted daughter, Anh; stepchildren, Roxanne and Calvin Jr. (Jill); five grandchildren, ChaRon Joy, Cadence Jasmine, and Christian Joshua Maurice; step grandchildren, Jayvon Rahmal and Jaliyah Semaj and step great grandchildren, Mulan and Noah; siblings, Carolyn Pleasants, Marilyn Brown, Vernon (Judy) and Toney Scroggins; best buddy, William (Billy) E. Brown, Jr.(Deceased); godmother, Lucy Brown (Deceased); god sister, Laverne Callahan; devoted friends, Aubrey Bragg, James Sydnor, Jr. (cousin), Karline Moseley-Brooks, Norma Jean Patterson; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Monday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Private funeral services will be held 12 noon Tuesday in Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment Virginia Veterans Cemetery. Live streaming at www.scottsfuneralhome.com

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Sending prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Taneall Scroggins

Frances, we're so sorry for your loss. Let your faith sustain you, and continue to trust the Lord and believe that he will carry you through. Tony Robinson & Family

Previous comment about the bid whist group is from Violet G. Miller

Sending my sincere condolences to Frances and the entire family. I met Ed (and Frances)through playing cards. We have a bid whist group that plays on Thursdays and we started playing at Sugar and Spice Restaurant on Mechanicsville turnpike about 15 years ago. He was a mild mannered and very nice gentleman and we had some fun times. Frances I know this is very hard for you, remember that God is able to carry you through. May precious memories sustain you now and in the days ahead. All the members of the Rise and Fly Bid Whist Group send their sympathy and love!

Sending my condolences from Tomika Shelton & Family

To my best friend,Francis and family of Ed, You have my deepest sympathy. I pray that God will continue to wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you during this difficult time. So glad you were able to enjoy your anniversary. You were a great couple. Be blessed. Love,Bernice Skipwith.

You and your family have our deepest sympathy and prayers The Murphys

Condolences to the Pleasant Family. E We are so very sorry about your lost Edward was a high school friend. We graduated in the class of 1966 from Pocahontas HS. Joseph Mayo and wife Audrey

Frances and family you have my sincerest condolences in the passing of your love one. May God continue to bless you always. Love, Blanche & Roland

I thank God for the time he allowed Edward to be a part of our family.My cousin was a caring man and didn't mind helping people. I appreciate that he always took the time to visit his favorite aunt my mom. He couldn't have picked a better person than Francis to spend his last days with. Love, Blessings, and Peace to You Francis. Belinda Pleasants

My condolences to you and family during this time of bereavement. Praying for continued strength. Vernon and Doris Scroggins

Dear Cousin Frances...We express deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and family. LOVE, LeRoy and Ruth

DEAR FRANCES, I WANT TO PASS ON TO YOU DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES FROM ALL THE CHILDREN OF EDWARD'S AUNT AND UNCLE, GLAREDENE AND EDWARD PLEASANTS. FROM MARY, BELINDA, JAMES, AND ROBERT, AND ME (EDWARD).

DEAR FRANCES, WE (MARCY AND EDWARD) WANT TO EXTEND TO YOU OUR SINCERE LOVE AND GRATITUDE FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE OVER THE MANY YEARS YOU AND EDWARD WERE TOGETHER. WE UNDERSTAND HOW YOURS AND EDWARD'S WEDDING CEREMONY WAS ONLY A LONG-COMING FORMALITY, BECAUSE YOURS AND HIS HEARTS WERE JOINED LONG BEFORE THE DAY OF YOUR WEDDING. WE THANK YOU FOR COMING TO OUR HOME TO VISIT, AND WISH YOU TWO COULD HAVE STAYED LONGER. WE THANK YOU FOR THE LOVING CARE YOU GAVE EDWARD, AND WE KNOW NO ONE COULD HAVE DONE BETTER FOR HIM, OR BEEN BETTER TO HIM. WE LOVE YOU, AND WE SHARE YOUR PAIN, BUT WE FIND PEACE KNOWING HE IS WITH JESUS. MARCY AND EDWARD PLEASANTS.

Dear Mrs. Francis and Family: Please know that I send my deepest sympathy to you and the family. I just learned of Ed's passing and was very surprised to hear of your loss. I am blessed to know the both of you and share lots of memories of our acquantance. May you find comfort in knowing that others care and pray your encouragement during this time. Ed was a good friend and always treated me like a sister.
With sympathy, Jacqueline Coley & Family

Ed's life of service has earned his wings in Heaven. He will be deeply missed by his love ones, but be assured that we will see him again. God bless him and his family in their time of grief. Janet Mitchell, Sister-in-Law

Ps 23: 1-6 vs. 1 - The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
May He provide comfort and peach for you in your time of sorrow. De Lois Powell and Family

Ps 18:1-6 vs 1-2 - O Lord my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. - John and Dana Plummer

Ps 18:1-6 vs.1-2 - I love you, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. John and Dana Plummer

To The Family Of Edward Pleasants You Have Our Sympathy And Prayer. He Is Now Home With Jesus , We Will See Him Again , So keep Looking Unto Jesus. William & Rev.Nancy Clarke