Frederick M. Prosise

Frederick M. Prosise, age 60, of North Dinwiddie, Virginia, departed this life unexpectedly on August 13, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital.

Born in Brunswick County, Virginia, Fred was the son of the late Morris Edward Prosise, Sr. And Mary Prince Stith Prosise. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Stanley Prosise.

Fred was a hardworking and dedicated man who spent many years in the transportation industry. He worked for Standard Motor Productions for over 15 years. He was recently employed by Amazon as a delivery driver, a position he truly enjoyed.

Known for his generous spirit and helping hands. Fred never hesitated to assist others. If you came to him for help, he would gladly help. His kindness, loyalty, and caring nature touched the lives of many, and he will remain an everlasting part of his legacy.

Those left to cherish his memories are: his loving children and grandchild: Mylia Symone, Brooke Sadler (bonus daughter), Fred Graves, Shayne Williams, Mondell Prosise and Haley Murphy (bonus granddaughter); four sisters, Margie Spencer (Kevin) of Richmond, Virginia; Annette Harrison of North Carolina; Lisa Costley (Gerald) of Petersburg, Virginia; and Sandra Prosise-Rawlings (Michael) of Hopewell, Virginia; and one brother Morris Prosise, Jr. of Petersburg, Virginia; seven nephews, Mark, Mike, Jordan, Justin, Gerald (Little G), Travis and Arrington; five nieces, Shay, Janiqua, Khadijah, Makayla and Whitney.

Among those who held a special place in his heart were Brenda Sadler, his devoted friend of 16 years, Leon Jackson, his best friend since childhood, Raymond Washington, Anthony Lewis, Herman Paul and Soloman Lee.

Though his passing was unexpected, the impact of Fred’s life will never be forgotten. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, friendship, generosity, and love. His memory will continue to live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

“Well done, good and faithful servant!”

Services will be held 3:00 P.M., Saturday, September 5, 2026, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA. The interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial 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/6162566?fl=so&fe=fs