John Henry Tabb, Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the age of 84, at River View on the Appomattox Health & Rehabilitation Center, Hopewell, Virginia.

He was born in Petersburg, Virginia on May 19, 1941, to the late John Henry Tabb, Sr., and Gertha Mae Booker.

John is survived by his wife, Rose of sixty-seven years. He leaves behind his children, Gregory (Carol), Mark, and Vonda Tabb. He was preceded in death by his children, Jewel Hill, John Tabb III, and Renaldoe Tabb. He is survived by his beloved sister, Barbara Jean Carter of Arizona. He also leaves behind a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, along with nieces, nephews, and cousins.

John was never afraid to roll up his sleeves, holding various jobs throughout his life. He started working for The Oak Furniture Company, as a furniture driver. He retired, with a long and dedicated career from Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company. John was also known as someone who could fix anything. He often spent time working as a handyman for family, friends, and co-workers.

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Dr. Damion T. Batts, eulogist. 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/5933995?fl=so&fe=fs