Mrs. Alice Mae Sydnor-Smith, age 83, of Petersburg, Virginia transitioned from this life on September 8, 2025, to her new heavenly home surrounded by family and friends.

Alice was born on March 3, 1942, in Petersburg, Virginia, to the late Ruth and Linwood Davis. She was preceded in death by her beloved family members: sister, Inez Sydnor; brother, James Sydnor; grandson, Master Keith Sydnor; mother, Ruth Sydnor Davis; father, Linwood Davis; devoted cousin, Rev. Dr Antrynette Sydnor Walker-Hall; cousin, James "Butch" Walker; son-in-law, Terry Parham and nephew, Kenneth "Hollywood" Brown.

Alice joined Royal Baptist Church in 1954, where she remained a dedicated member for 71 years. She faithfully served in the Seniors Inspirational Ministry and truly loved the Lord.

Alice lived a life filled with kindness, strength, joy and unwavering love for her family and friends. She enjoyed talking on the phone, sitting on her front porch, and playing her scratch-off tickets.

She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted children: Michelle Parham of Chester, VA; Cheryl Berry (Reginald) of Killeen, TX; Karen Sydnor of Petersburg, VA; Melissa Sydnor (Mario) of Chester, VA; Keith Sydnor of Laurel, MD; and Fonda Turner (Ricky) of Petersburg, VA. She is also survived by two sisters, Martina Johnson and Cassandra Reese (Charles); a devoted cousin, Lee Fields; and a son-in-law, Bruce Turner.

Her legacy continues through her grandchildren: Darnmisha Mason (Shawn), Deccaro Sydnor, Demario Sydnor, Arnita Sydnor, Sequan Sydnor (Keirra), Timothy Brennan, Jr., Derrick Sydnor, Kimberly Berry (Chris), Philip Berry (Charna) and Jermaine Turner; her nieces and nephews, Pamela Johnson, Shakira Johnson, Ruth Surley (Antonio), Mario Johnson, Leisha Johnson, Charlene Gibbs and Michael Sydnor; twenty five great-grandchildren; godchildren, Keith "Smitty" Smith, Joann Truely, Kim Morris and Eldren Tucker.

Alice was blessed with many friends and extended family who enriched her life. She was especially grateful for Debra Fisher, Joseph "Bear" Moss, Carolyn Bell, Darryl Collins, Larry Hawkins, and her devoted spiritual support from Bishop Vincent Harris. She shared close bonds with Monica Jackson, Joann Jackson, Mary Alice Walker, the Patterson family, the Smith family and the entire 5th Ward Community. She also cherished her lifelong friendship with her best friend the late Viola Gholson.

Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Monday, September 15, 2025, at Royal Baptist Church, 316 St. Mark Street, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Dr. Phillip Williams, Pastor, eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.