Claude Newton Otey, Jr.

Claude Newton Otey, Jr., 89, passed away peacefully after a battle with dementia on February 22, 2024. He was a lifelong resident of Victoria, Virginia until moving to Hickory Hill Retirement Community in 2021. He was born to Claude Newton Otey, Sr.  and Leonora Neal Otey on May 7, 1934. Claude was the former Owner and Operator of Victoria Exxon. As a master gardener, a lifetime member of Victoria Fire and Rescue,  and local volunteer, Claude was an active member of his community giving unselfishly  of his time. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Audrey Thackston Otey; daughter, Charlene Ellington of South Hill, Virginia, and son, Vern Otey (Kyna) of Lunenburg, Virginia; three grandchildren, Jasmine Williams, Seth Otey (Jessi), and Kyle Otey (Jessie); 7great-grandchildren, Alex Hite, Maci Davis, Ben Davis, Andi Otey, Crawford Otey, Nora Otey, Walker Otey and 1 great-great-granddaughter, Teagan Hite. Visitation will be held  Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 11 AM to 1 PM at Staples Funeral Home, 2300 Nottaway BLVD, Victoria, VA 23974 and the family will be holding a private service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Public Library, P.O. Box 1422, Victoria, VA 23974  or the charity of your choice.