Cynthia Jennings Sykes, affectionately known as "Sanka", age 66, of Dinwiddie, VA transitioned into eternal rest on January 23, 2026, at HCA Virginia Chippenham Hospital, Richmond, VA.

Cynthia was born March 1, 1959, in Dinwiddie, VA to Lewis Sellers and Mary Jennings Crocker.  Cynthia worked at Fort Lee Dining Facility.  She also worked as a CNA providing services for in-home care.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis Sellers and Mary Jennings Crocker; sons, Wesley and Walter Sykes III; brother, Howard Crocker, Jr.; and two sisters, Deborah and Barbara Crocker.

Cynthia leaves to cherish her memories: her husband, Clarence Jones of Dinwiddie, VA; son, Wayne C. Jennings (Carletta) of Nashville, Tennessee; grandchildren, Mya N. Jennings, Michael J. Jennings, Taniya S. Sykes (devoted), Qu'Shawn G Sykes (devoted), Tahmondre Sykes (devoted), Wesley Sykes, Jr., Lyniaih Bailey, Travon Sykes, J'dyn Sykes, Ke'andre Easter (devoted), Damontae Briggs and Ke'Asia Day; four great grandchildren; siblings, Shelia Crocker of Atlanta, GA, Sharon Pettaway (Bobby) of Prince George, VA, Wallace "Papa" Jennings of San Diego, CA and (devoted) Dreama Robinson (Reginald King) of Petersburg, VA; sisters-in-law, Juanita Jones and Dorothy Jones Patterson; brother-in-law, Timothy Robinson of Petersburg, VA; goddaughters, Deatrice Delk "Sweet Thing" and Jamekia Taylor (Jason); devoted niece, Bianca Jennings; and a host of nieces; devoted nephews, Donte Robinson (Sherika), Darius Robinson (Amanda), Bert Crocker and Barry Crocker; and a host of nephews; devoted cousin, Ariana Roach; devoted extended family, Deborah Allen, Tomeria Allen Jordan, Tiera Kelley, and Dorothy Kelley (Daniel); devoted extended cousins, Darlene Gibbs (Dallas), Diane Clanton (Glen), Patrice Beasley (Lamont), Laretiner Brown, Melissa Brown (Damien) and Paulette Allen; and a host of cousins; great nieces, great nephews, and devoted friends, Reginald Brown, Robin Flowers, Bernadette Hite, Shelly Redwine, Tanya Tidwell, Antonio Bradley, and Pamela Briggs.

Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Saturday February 7, 2026, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Evangelist Terry Evans, eulogist.

Baby Langston Alfonso Scott, affectionately known as "Peanut, L.A., Nugget, Bookie Butt, Champ and Papa", gained his angel wings on January 26, 2026, at his home in Chester, VA. "Your wings were ready, but our hearts were not — but God needed you more."

Langston was born on October 11, 2025, to Christopher Scott and Destiny Jones. His arrival was magical and unexpected, coming early on the day of his baby shower, ready to be loved and adored by everyone.

In the precious three months he spent on this earth, Langston filled every day with joy. He loved watching Gracie's Corner and Doc McStuffins, Video Chatting with family, watching sports with dad and mommy was not allowed, playfully debating bath time with his mommy, and expressing his dislike for tummy time and diaper changes. His personality shined brightly, and every moment with him became a treasured memory.

Langston was preceded in heaven by his grandmother, Rebecca Scott; great grandfather, Reverend Alfonso Scott; great grandparents, Corrine Hunt, Miles and Mable Ellis, Frank Jones and Juanita Saunders, and Raymond and Gloria Spratley.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving parents, Christopher Scott and Destiny Jones; grandparents, Alfred and Anita Scott, Edward and Paquita Spratley and grandfather, Derrick Jones; great grandparents, Melvin and Kathy Brown, Calvin and Claudia Porter; aunts, Sarah Logan and Emani Spratley; uncle, Dayveon Jones; great aunt and uncle, Leon and Sylvia Edwards, Antonio and Nicole Bland; great aunt, Joyce Scott and Kamille Brown; favorite cousins, Delvonne, Rebecca, Sebastian, Jaycob,  Harmoni, and Olivia; godparents, April and Kanesha; and a host of extended family and friends.

"Peanut, Bookie Butt, L.A., Nugget, Papa — your name and memory are etched in our hearts forever and ever."

Services will be held 2:00 P.M., Sunday, February 8, 2026, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA. The interment to follow at The Ellis Family Cemetery.

J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook page or click here to view: https://vimeo.com/event/5705488?fl=so&fe=fs