Linda Baskerville

Chavis

It is with deep love and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Linda Irene Baskerville Chavis, affectionately known as "Irene", who left this world peacefully on November 15, 2025, at the age of 75, following a challenging battle with Frontal Temporal Degeneration Dementia. She transitioned surrounded by the warmth of her family and friends, who cherished her endlessly.

Born on July 29, 1950, in South Hill, Virginia, to the late James and Minnie Sue Baskerville, she was the sixth of eight children. In addition to the love and care of her parents, she enjoyed a special relationship with her cousin Annie Walker, who lovingly mentored and guided her throughout her life. She was preceded in death by her brother, Frankie L. Baskerville.

Linda was educated in the Mecklenburg County Public School System and proudly graduated from East End High School in 1968. She later attended Virginia Union University. Linda went on to have a longstanding and dedicated career with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

On June 20, 1970, she was united in Holy Matrimony to William Henry Chavis, Jr. of Palmer Springs, Virginia. To this union, two children were born. She loved traveling (especially cruises where she could see her son Trey perform), hosting gatherings, enjoying a friendly game of Pinochle, and to say she loved shopping is an understatement. She brought joy and warmth into every space she entered. Linda lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Throughout her life, Linda was deeply committed to civic and political engagement and dedicated herself to giving back to her community. She served faithfully as a Deaconess at St. Peter Baptist Church in Glen Allen, Virginia, sang joyfully in the Senior Choir, and worked tirelessly to revitalize the Youth Ministry at St. Peter.

Linda touched countless hearts with her kindness, generosity, and gentle spirit. Whether offering guidance, comfort, or a warm meal at her table, she embodied love in its purest form.

A devoted mother, godmother, Mimi, sister, aunt, and friend, she leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband of fifty-five years, William Henry Chavis, Jr., of the home, who affectionately called her "Rene"; her two children, Sonya Denys Chavis of Rochester, NY, and William "Trey" Henry Chavis, III (Jack) of Bowie, Maryland; four brothers, James E. (Lucille), Walter R. (Phyllis), Raymond L., and George L., all of Richmond;  two sisters, Wallicia of South Hill, Virginia and Serbrena of Danville, Virginia; three brothers-in-law, Glenn Sr., John, and Brian (Margaret); one sister-in-law, Jennifer (Michael); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, devoted friends, Rosemary Marcano, Linda Wright, Angela Riddick, Deborah Adger, and Marjorie Robinson and devoted godchildren, Sandy, Nikki, Crystal, Justin, Aylese, and Sharia.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 10 a.m.. until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 21 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Dr. Terrence A. Walker officiating. Entombment Forest Lawn Mausoleum. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Linda's name to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA  19406 or at their website theaftd.org.

She will be remembered for her infectious laugh, wisdom, creativity, faith, humor, strength, and for the countless ways she made life better for those fortunate enough to know her.

Though she has departed from our sight, she will forever remain in our hearts.

"Other things may change us, but we start and end with FAMILY"