Thursday, October 16, 2008

Virginia Obituaries 10/16/08

  • Aldridge, Lucy

    will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Rosewood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mrs. Aldridge's name may be made to the Davis Corner Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 68785, Virginia Beach, VA 23471. Arrangements by Kellum Funeral Home, Rosewood Chapel., Charities

    • Amos, Goldie M.

      celebrating Goldie's life will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Bonsack Baptist Church, 4845 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke with Dr. Robert Moore III officiating. Interment will be held at Mill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider the Goldie M. Amos Scholarship Fund, c/o P.O. Box 775, Daleville, Va. 24083. Arrangements Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va.

      • Anderson, Elsie Mae

        • Bacchus, James

          from the City of Norfolk Dept. of Parks and Forestry. James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend to all. He was predeceased by his mother, Carrie S. Bacchus and a brother, Ashmon Bacchus Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Wanda R. Bacchus; son, Dion Sparrow; father, Ashmon Bacchus Sr.; sister, Sara Bacchus; four grandchildren, Chris Grasty, Diondra Foreman, Asia Foreman and Ja'Kara Huggins; father and mother-in-law, Lorenzo and Isa Sparrow; and a host of other relatives…

          • Bailey, Leslie Lee

            Leslie Lee Bailey VIRGINIA BEACH - Leslie Lee Bailey, 66, passed away Oct. 14, 2008, in a local hospital. Mr. Bailey was the husband of the late Mary J. Bailey. He was a lifelong resident of Virginia, and retired from the International Longshoreman's Association after 35 years as a crane operator. He was a very generous man who will be deeply missed. He was well known and loved by his Oceana neighborhood. Mr. Bailey was a die-hard Redskins fan. Survivors include his goddaughter, Kelley Freeman and a…

            • Baker, Gladys Edna

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              • Barton, Franklin D.

                • Baszkowski, Sigmund

                  Sigmund Baszkowski VIRGINIA BEACH - Sigmund Victor Baszkowski, 87, went to be with the Lord Oct. 14, 2008. He was born Sept. 21, 1921, in Jersey City, N.J., to the late Boleslaw and Stella Baszkowski. He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Navy on the USS Madison DD-425. Sigmund was one of the founding members of the Green Brook, N.J., Golf Association and a former member of the Norfolk Chapter Barbershop Harmony Society. He worked more than 40 years at Airco and most recently worked for the…

                  • Bates, Donna Joyce Bowman

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                    • Bell, Audrey

                      will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Greenlawn Cemetery, Hampton. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge.

                      • Bell, Ralph Huff

                        Ralph Huff Bell, 76, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

                        • Berdugo, Gregory Kane

                          BERDUGO, Gregory Kane. A life cut short, Gregory Kane Berdugo, of Glen Allen, Va., fondly known as Greg, left this earth on October 11, 2008, as a result of a tragic auto accident just three days after his 22nd birthday. Greg was a 2005-graduate of Hunterdon Central High School, Flemington, N.J. More recently he was pursuing a Business Administration degree at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, Va. His parents, Mishela Monce and Richard Berdugo, and his brother, Shaun, ask that you join…

                          • Bowman, Donny

                            Donny Bowman, 54, of Marion, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion, Va.

                            • Bradley, Mack Vinson

                              s will be held noon on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. Dr. Michael Palmer and the Rev. Jesse H. Powell will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Military Honors by the U.S. Navy. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m.. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-382-1237.

                              • Carpenter, Herman

                                Herman B. Carpenter HICKORY - Herman Bernard Carpenter, 97, died Oct. 10, 2008. Mr. Carpenter was born Aug. 18, 1911, at his home place in Linville Falls, N.C., to the late Dorothy Wiseman Carpenter and Charles Burgin Carpenter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Suttlemyre Carpenter and son, Robert William Carpenter. Mr. Carpenter designed university and medical school laboratory furniture for the Southern Desk Company, and also had a private consulting company that…

                                • Carroll, Alice Mae Boyle

                                  Alice Mae Boyle Carroll, 86, of Roanoke, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008, at her residence. She was born on Friday, May 26, 1922, in Charleston, W.Va., and was the daughter of the late William Boyle and Nora Jane Grose Boyle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Rebecca "Becky" Marie Nichols; and a granddaughter, Angela Parrett. She was a member of Staunton Baptist Church. Alice is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, David Jerome Carroll; one daughter,…

                                  • Carter, Booker T.

                                    CARTER, Booker T., of Glen Allen, Va., departed this life October 15, 2008. He was a retired Landscaper and nurseryman. His remain rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later.

                                    • Carter, Mollie Virginia Bass

                                      CARTER, Mollie Virginia Bass, 80, of Chesterfield, widow of Hubert Elden Carter Jr., went to be with the Lord October 14, 2008. She is survived by two sons, Elden Eugene Carter and Ronald Hubert Carter and his wife, Lois; daughter, Linda Ann Jarvis and her husband, Gary; brother, Wray Bass; sister, Ruth Elaine Thorpe; devoted caregivers, Margie Wright and Susie Custalow; nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and many other loving family and friends. Her family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8…

                                      • Carter, Pearl Caldwell

                                        will be conducted 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Alleghany Memorial Park with the Rev. Mike Warren officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday afternoon from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. at Loving Funeral Home. The family suggests that memorial tributes take the form of contributions to Calvary Christian Church, 1303 S. Pond Avenue, Covington, Va. 24426.

                                        • Carter, Willie LaPrad

                                          will be held noon on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Kevin Smith officiating. Interment in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 16, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

                                          • Castro, Olivia

                                            Olivia M. Castro VIRGINIA BEACH - Olivia Malonzo Castro, born Dec. 22, 1944, in Angeles City, Philippines, passed away Oct. 12, 2008, in Virginia Beach. Olivia, an avid antique collector, was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, whose strength and spirit will be greatly missed. Olivia is survived by her husband of 37 years, Rolando Castro; her children, Marie, Therese and Roland; son-in-law, Mark Sarmiento; grandchildren, Noah, Caleb and Jacob; brother, Rudy Malonzo, spouse Mila and nephew Jerrel…

                                            • Chambers, Delbert

                                              . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to . Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                              • Cisler, Dennis Lee - Dennis Lee Cisler Dennis Lee Cisler, age 60, died Monday, October 13, 2008 at Johns Hopkins Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland. Mr. Cisler was born ....

                                                • Coffman, Lelia Graham

                                                  will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, at the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens in Wise County. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Lelia to the Green Ridge Baptist Church. The family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

                                                  • Copenhaver, Charles Eugene

                                                    s 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Mountain View United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Chapel in Chilhowie, Va.

                                                    • Cox, Geraldine Hillas

                                                      Geraldine Hillas Cox, 87, of Roanoke, Va., died on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

                                                      • Creecy, Thelma

                                                        will be held at 4 p.m. Friday in West End United Methodist Church, 1800 Rodman Ave., Portsmouth, by the Rev. Rick Geoghegan. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America., Charities

                                                        • Cress, John L.

                                                          s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel.

                                                          • Crotts, David Olser

                                                            • Crump, Maebelle Page Harding

                                                              CRUMP, Maebelle Page Harding, 83, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Preceding her in death were her parents, Percy B. and Florence Harding; husband, Bill Crump; and sisters, Betty Traylor and Helen Lafemina. Surviving are her son, R. Wayne Crump and wife, Angela; daughter, Diane Proctor and husband, Larry; grandchildren, Travis and Logan Proctor, and Zachary, Nicole and Alexa Crump; great-grandchild, Halley Robertson; sister, Barbara Caplan; brother, Percy Harding Jr.; and a host of…

                                                              • Cynthia R. Giles

                                                                Oct 16, 2008 A memorial service for Cynthia Renee Giles, 45, of 1308 Hillcrest Ave., Martinsville, who died Oct. 2, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Philpott Dam Overlook. She was born Oct. 12, 1962, in Eden, N.C., to Harry Stewart and Evelyn Hill Stewart. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard C. Giles. Surviving are a daughter, Mindy Fallon; three brothers, Harry Stewart, Milton Stewart and Donnie Stewart; and a sister,…

                                                                • Danoff, Audrey

                                                                  Audrey G. Danoff VIRGINIA BEACH - Audrey Fay Gordon Danoff, 74, died Oct. 14, 2008, at the Terrace at Beth Sholom Village in Virginia Beach. A native of Portsmouth, she was the daughter of the late Rueben and Sara Gordon. Audrey is remembered as a woman who loved to laugh and crack a joke. "Queenie," as she was known to some, had an indomitable spirit and exemplified the power of positive thinking. She loved playing blackjack, backgammon, and gin rummy with many of her lifelong friends. Her sales…

                                                                  • Davidson, Douglas William

                                                                    s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Roy Law will officiate. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

                                                                    • Dawson Sr., Johnny L.

                                                                      will be conducted 3 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park by the Rev. Art Good. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, 540-366-0707.

                                                                      • Demby, David

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                                                                        • Dennison, Carolyn Patricia

                                                                          s 10 a.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, at Thomas Cemetery. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, Va.,

                                                                          • Dillard Hodges-Custer

                                                                            Oct 16, 2008 A graveside service for Dillard Augusta Hodges-Custer, 90, who died Oct. 14, 2008, at Stanleytown Heath and Rehab Center, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Roselawn Burial Park. The Rev. Sammy Caldwell will officiate. The family will receive friends at the home of Margaret Murphy, 32 Williams St., Collinsville. She was born in Franklin County on Nov. 11, 1917, to Perry and Nannie Meeks Hodges. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Homer Custer; four sisters,…

                                                                            • Ditto, Mary

                                                                              will be conducted there Saturday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Stan Sawyer, celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to All Saints Episcopal Church, 1969 Woodside Lane, Virginia Beach , VA 23454 or to the Boys Home, 306 Boys Home Road, Covington, VA 24426. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                              • Dobey, Fred Cicero

                                                                                DOBEY, Mr. Fred Cicero, 77, of 617 Gloucester Road, Goldsboro, N.C., died Tuesday at Wake Medical Center. Fred was born in Lexington, N.C., on December 24, 1930 to the late Oren Estel Dobey and Addie Mae Brogden Dobey, and was married to the late Betty Latimer Dobey. He retired as sales manager with Goodyear Tire Company after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Goldsboro Host Lions Club in which he was honored with the Jack Stickley Fellow. Mr. Dobey served his country through the United States Air…

                                                                                • Dunford, Ralph

                                                                                  will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, the Mt. Mitchell Church, Wytheville. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va.

                                                                                  • Durkin, Barbara Anne - Barbara Anne Durkin Barbara Anne Durkin, age 64, formerly of Shelby, a resident of Dumfries, Virginia, died Saturday, October 4, 2008 at The Residences ....

                                                                                    • Falk, Kathryn

                                                                                      Kathryn L.M. Falk VIRGINIA BEACH - Kathryn L.M. Falk, 68, after a courageous 8-year battle with cancer, died Oct. 14, 2008, in Virginia Beach. She was born in Norfolk, the daughter of the late Mary A. Owens and James Earl Moore Sr. and was preceded in death by her brother, James Earl Moore Jr. Survivors include her husband, Charles Edward Falk Sr.; her daughter, Janet Falk; son, Charles Edward "Eddie" Falk Jr. and wife Susan; grandchildren, Jamie Sanford, C.E. Falk, Wesley Falk, all of Virginia…

                                                                                      • Fedro, Robert

                                                                                        Robert P. Fedro SUFFOLK - Robert Paul Fedro, 69, died Oct. 15, 2008. Services will be private. R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge.

                                                                                        • Finn, Scott Thomas

                                                                                          FINN, Scott Thomas, 34, of Sandston, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. He is survived by his parents, Rose and Michael Finn; stepmother, Karen; five daughters, Kelsey, Cassidy, Rachel, Christian and Destiny; one brother, Michael; and one sister, Amy. A memorial service will be will held Friday, October 17, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his honor to the Scott Finn Memorial Fund c/o Rose…

                                                                                          • Fiorentino, Anothy Joseph

                                                                                            Anthony Joseph Fiorentino, 76, of Roanoke, Va., died on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. He was born September 17, 1932, in Bronx, N.Y. He was a United States Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Fiorentino, of Roanoke; stepdaughter, Lisa Agresta ,of Newtown, Conn.; three grandchildren, Capri, Cooper and Carson; sister, Laura Spatolla, of Hastings on the Hudson, N.Y.; niece, June Ann Leahy; and grand niece, Laura Leahy, both of Bronx, N.Y. A Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 18,…

                                                                                            • Fisher, Charles William

                                                                                              Charles William Fisher, 89, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Janie Humphrey Fisher; daughter, Carolyn Fisher Sutphin; parents, William Reuben and Effie Fisher; and brother, Giles Fisher., A native of Wythe County, he worked at Virginia Knitting Mills in Pulaski. He retired from ITT after over 20 years as the lead tester. A 33rd degree Mason, he was a member and Past Master of Williamson Road Masonic Lodge #163 AF & AM. Mr. Fisher was a…

                                                                                              • Frank D. Stultz

                                                                                                Oct 16, 2008 Frank Dosey Stultz, 95, of 223 Crestwood Road, Collinsville, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was born Feb. 11, 1913, in Spencer to James Dosey Stultz and Lurinda Foster Stultz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Vickie Chappell; a sister, Elva Stultz Dalton; and three brothers, Moir Stultz, Walter Stultz and Clarence Stultz. He began his career as a police officer but retired from the Martinsville Fire Department after 32…

                                                                                                • Franklin, Raymond Clifton "Bubba"

                                                                                                  FRANKLIN, Raymond Clifton "Bubba," of Midlothian, died Monday October 13, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Patricia Craddock Franklin "Bitsy"; his son, Christopher Shawn Franklin and his wife, Stephanie; his daughter, Blasia Noel Franklin and her fiance, Robert Jernigan; two grandchildren, Christopher and Lillian Margaret Franklin. Mr. Franklin was a retired Reynolds Metals machinist and an active volunteer with Alcoa Credit Union. He had a 20-year involvement with Big…

                                                                                                  • Fullen, Virginia Christine

                                                                                                    • Funk, Mary Sue Hall

                                                                                                      time. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707.

                                                                                                      • Gallmeyer, Virginia R.

                                                                                                        GALLMEYER, Virginia R., 84, of Ashland, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Gallmeyer; two sons, Cecil E. Gallmeyer and Kenneth W. Gallmeyer and his wife, Catherine; two grandchildren, Kenneth Justin and Eric Wayne Gallmeyer; one great-grandchild, Kenneth Matthew Gallmeyer; two brothers, Scott and Alfred Holt; and three sisters, Eva May Rissee, Josephine McNeish and Mary Wilmouth. The service will be 11 a.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, with visitation one hour prior…

                                                                                                        • Galpen, Alice Marie Kissinger

                                                                                                          GALPEN, Alice Marie Kissinger, 87, of Chesterfield, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Mrs. Galpen is survived by her daughters, Cassandra "Sandra" G. McPeak and husband, Earl Jr., Delores Marie Levet and Deborah Jean McCloud and husband, Robert. Also surviving are five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, October 17, in Dale Memorial Gardens. The Chesterfield Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home is assisting her family.

                                                                                                          • Gaskins Jr., John Malvin - John Malvin Gaskins Jr. John Malvin Gaskins Jr. was born on July 18, 1951, in Philadelphia, PA, to John Malvin Gaskins, Sr., and Kay ....

                                                                                                            • George, Christopher Micah

                                                                                                              3 p.m. Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

                                                                                                              • Gibson, Elizabeth J.

                                                                                                                • Gilbert, May Lizzie

                                                                                                                  1 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Friendship Baptist Church. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, Va.

                                                                                                                  • Gill, Herbert Denver

                                                                                                                    • Gordon, Harold Reginald - Harold Reginald Gordon Harold Reginald Gordon died October 9, 2008 at Haymarket Va. He is survived by his wife, Guerry Graham Gordon, Haymarket; daughter, ....

                                                                                                                      • Gravely Jr., James Elwood "Jim" - James "Jim" Elwood Gravely, Jr. James Elwood Gravely, Jr., age 53, passed away on October 12, 2008 at his home in Culpeper Virginia. He ....

                                                                                                                        • Gray, Betty Withers

                                                                                                                          . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fairlawn Presbyterian Church, 6900 Pulaski Avenue, Fairlawn, Va. 24141. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va.

                                                                                                                          • Hall, Rosemary Waddell

                                                                                                                            in the church parlor. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Garden Fund at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 1008 Franklin Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.

                                                                                                                            • Harrier, Dwight Charles

                                                                                                                              HARRIER, Dwight Charles, 91, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Born on June 4, 1917 in Allentown, Pa., he is survived by Jean, his loving wife of 62 years; four children, Gregory; Linda Diamond and husband, Ron; Jayne Sharpe and husband, Ronnie; and Douglas and wife, Susan; seven grandsons and one granddaughter. Honorably discharged from the United States Navy in 1946, Dwight graduated from Indiana Technical College in 1949. He was employed by the Virginia Department of Highways for 35 years, as…

                                                                                                                              • Hasty-Spencer, Marguerite

                                                                                                                                Marguerite H. Spencer PORTSMOUTH - Marguerite E. Hasty-Spencer, 64, of the 900 block of County St., passed away Sept. 30, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Ebenezer Baptist Church. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                • Hayes, Robert Lee

                                                                                                                                  s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday October 18, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. Interment with Military Honors will be in Mill Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, and Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221

                                                                                                                                  • Henley Jr., William A.

                                                                                                                                    HENLEY, William A. Jr., of Richmond, departed this life October 14, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later.

                                                                                                                                    • Heuple, Stacy E.

                                                                                                                                      HEUPLE, Stacy E., 41, of Blackstone, Virginia, formerly of Amelia, departed on Sunday, October 12, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Corcoran Heuple; daughter, Charlotte Lee Heuple of Blackstone; his mother, Elizabeth Heuple; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Karen and Jim Corcoran, all of Midlothian; sister, Robin Watkins of Cary, N.C.; and a brother, Scott Heuple of Midlothian. Funeral services with military honors will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, October 15, 2008, at the Virginia Veterans Cemetery…

                                                                                                                                      • Hill, Marjorie - Marjorie Hill Marjorie Hill, age 80, of Lake Ridge, Va. passed on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Reston Hospital. She is survived by three ....

                                                                                                                                        • Hill, Curtis Dewayne

                                                                                                                                          • Hodges-Custer, Dillard Augusta

                                                                                                                                            2 p.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, Roselawn Burial Park, Martinsville. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va.

                                                                                                                                            • Holder, Joseph Franklin "Frank"

                                                                                                                                              HOLDER, Joseph Franklin "Frank," age 91, died October 15, 2008. He is survived by his devoted wife, Adeline S. Holder; one son, Joseph E. Holder (Cathy); two daughters, Judy H. Traylor (Frank) and Karen H. Daniel (Junie); four grandchildren, Neal Hawthorne (Elyse), Traci Jalette, Jason Holder (Hilary), Meghan Holder; and three great-grandchildren, Christa Sue Holder, Molly Jalette and Andrew Hawthorne. He is also survived by many friends and loving family members, including five devoted nieces and…

                                                                                                                                              • Holland, Lois

                                                                                                                                                Lois F. Holland VIRGINIA BEACH - Lois F. Holland slipped away from this world to join her husband, Herbert H. Holland and her son, Mark H. Holland, in heaven Oct. 14, 2008, just a few hours before her 94th birthday. Formerly, Lois Elizabeth Fields, daughter of Charles and Sarah "Lizzie" Fields of Roanoke, Va., Herbert and Lois moved to the Tidewater area after the war and raised their son, Mark, in the Virginia Beach area. After living in the Bayside area for a number of years, Herbert built their…

                                                                                                                                                • Huges, Hazel M.

                                                                                                                                                  HUGES, Mrs. Hazel M., of Richmond, departed this life October 14, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later.

                                                                                                                                                  • Jackson, Catherine

                                                                                                                                                    JACKSON, Catherine departed this life October 14, 2008. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later.

                                                                                                                                                    • Jackson, William P. "Bill"

                                                                                                                                                      • Jefferson, Alease E.

                                                                                                                                                        JEFFERSON, Mrs. Alease E., of Richmond, departed this life October 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Jefferson. She is survived by two daughters, Gloria West and Evelyn Thomas; three grandchildren, Hope Cotman, Terry West and Robert Jefferson; two great-grandchildren, Shakena Cotman and Teasia Jefferson; one great-great-grand-daughter, Leasia Cotman; one sister, Yvonne Thomas; two brothers, Robert and Willie May; two aunts, Hattie May and Elizabeth Meekins; one uncle, Jamie May; a…

                                                                                                                                                        • Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book)

                                                                                                                                                          • Jennings, Fred E.

                                                                                                                                                            will be conducted 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, in Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence, Va. The burial to follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. The Revs. J.C. McKnight, Tim Crockett, Robert McLean and Mr. Will Winters officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening, October 17, 2008, from 6 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family sincerely suggests to please consider memorial contributions be given to Baywood Rescue Squad, 47 Crossroads Drive, Galax,…

                                                                                                                                                            • Johnson, Bessie

                                                                                                                                                              Bessie F. Johnson CHESAPEAKE - Bessie Frances Johnson, 82, died Oct. 14, 2008. Woodlawn Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                              • Johnson, Korey L.

                                                                                                                                                                JOHNSON, Korey L., departed this life October 15, 2008. Arrangements by

                                                                                                                                                                • Johnson, Lola Hall

                                                                                                                                                                  will be held 2 p.m. Friday, October 17, 2008, in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                  • Johnson Sr., John

                                                                                                                                                                    for the procession to the church. In lieu of floral arrangements, the family kindly requests potted plants. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                                                                                    • Jordan, Mary Willie

                                                                                                                                                                      s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, in the Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home Chapel, Roanoke, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                      • Joseph Brown, Jr.

                                                                                                                                                                        Oct 16, 2008 Joseph Brown Jr., 97, of 300 Blue Ridge St., formerly of 185 Park Lane, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Rehab Center. He was born Jan. 15, 1911, in Pittsylvania County to Joseph Brown Sr. and Emma Bradner Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie Clark Brown. He retired from American of Martinsville with 15 years of service. He was a member of New Sharon Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where he was the oldest member and…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Joyner, Rosa Brown

                                                                                                                                                                          JOYNER, Mrs. Rosa Brown, of Edenton, N.C., departed this life October 12, 2008 in Richmond, Va. Remains will be forwarded to North Carolina, where funeral services will be held Saturday, October 18, 2008, at 12 noon at United Methodist Church, Edenton, N.C. Pastor Edna Lawrence officiating. Burial Vine Oak Cemetery, Edenton, N.C.

                                                                                                                                                                          • Kastenbaum, Catherine

                                                                                                                                                                            Catherine T. Kastenbaum NORFOLK - Catherine Toscano Kastenbaum of Norfolk died peacefully surrounded by family and friends at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Oct. 14, 2008. Catherine was the daughter of Frank Toscano and Marie Festa Toscano of Norfolk. Catherine was the widow of Dr. Otto Kastenbaum. She is survived by her beloved longtime companion, Russell Cerro; aunts, Angela Hughes of Virginia Beach and Teresa Hopkins of Chesapeake; cousins, Robert Hughes of Florida, Joe Williams of Portsmouth, Louis…

                                                                                                                                                                            • King, David K.

                                                                                                                                                                              KING, David K., of Richmond, died October 6, 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara King; and father, Genero Gobantes. Surviving are his grandfather, Leroy King Jr. of Palm Springs, Calif.; uncle, Anthony D. King Sr. of Philadelphia, Pa.; great-uncles, Roland and James King; great-aunts, Josephine R. Brown and Verdell R. Bush; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 17, at 11 a.m. at First…

                                                                                                                                                                              • King, Ella Mae Riggle

                                                                                                                                                                                • King, Harvey Peery

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Kinzer, Hubert R.

                                                                                                                                                                                    Hubert R. Kinzer, 59, of Roanoke, Va., died on Friday, October 10, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kummer, Mary Susan Rinehart

                                                                                                                                                                                      will be held 3 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Second Presbyterian Church with the Dr. George Anderson officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lawrence, Otelia

                                                                                                                                                                                        Otelia Lawrence PHILADELPHIA - Otelia Lawrence of the 6800 block of Chester Ave. passed away Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Little Piney Grove Baptist Church, Creeds. A visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in Beach Funeral Services Inc. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director.

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lawson, Beatrice Anderson

                                                                                                                                                                                          Beatrice, . Friends may call on Thursday afternoon, October 16, 2008, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamlar-Curtis.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lea, Martha

                                                                                                                                                                                            Martha Lea PORTSMOUTH - Martha Lea, 68, of the 2600 block of Portsmouth Blvd., died Oct. 12, 2008. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Celestial Baptist Church. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham Street, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Leake, Emily

                                                                                                                                                                                              will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in Garrett Funeral Home, Ashley Chapel, 205 NC Highway 42 West, Ahoskie, with the Rev. J.R. Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Ahoskie Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today and other times at the home.

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Leffell, Stephanie M. (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                                                                                                In Loving Memory of Stephanie M. LEFFELL 10-16-79 10-31-07, Happy Birthday on your first Birthday in Heaven., We love you and miss you, Mom, Dad & Family

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lelia Lipford

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Oct 16, 2008 The funeral for Lelia Ruth Mattox Lipford, 94, of Collinsville, who died Oct. 14, 2008, at her home, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bassett Memorial United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends one hour before the funeral at the church. Internment will be in Roselawn Memorial Abbey. She was born June 5, 1914, in Hurt to Ora Alice and Robert William Mattox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. S.A. “Andy” Lipford; and a sister, Mary…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Linthicum, James Earl

                                                                                                                                                                                                      LINTHICUM, James Earl, 99, died October 14, 2008, at the Masonic Home of Virginia. He was born May 20, 1909 in Pittsylvania County near Climax, Va., in the home of his late parents, James Kelly Linthicum and Luzena Bradner Linthicum. He was married to Virgie Lone Smart of Patrick County from November 1934 until her death in July 1991. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Carlton and Ivon Linthicum; and a sister, Ethel Davidson. He is survived by his two daughters, Algene L. Ashworth and husband,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lola H. Johnson

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Oct 16, 2008 The funeral for Lola Hall Johnson, 86, of Axton, who died Oct. 14, 2008, at Golden Living Center in Martinsville, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Bassett Funeral Service, South Chapel, with the Rev. Michael Jordan officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Vernon Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. She was born Dec. 13, 1921, in Franklin County to Luther P. Shively and Jathina Atkins Shively. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Luhring, Alice

                                                                                                                                                                                                          in the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial donations to the Mission of the Holy Spirit (a Norfolk outreach program for urban youth), P.O. Box 1427, Norfolk, VA 23501-1427., Charities

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lynch, Virginia K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                          LYNCH, Virginia K., of Bracey, died October 14, 2008. She was predeceased by a son, Stephen Lynch; and is survived by her husband of 60 years, Earl B. Lynch; her daughter, Judy L. Clarke of Bracey; her son, Michael B. and special daughter-in-law, Kathy Lynch, of Bracey; two sisters, Nan Gregory of Kenbridge and Shirley Edwards of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; a brother, Andrew Kidd of La Crosse; seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons. The funeral service will be 3 p.m. Friday at Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mae L. Gilbert

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Oct 16, 2008 The funeral for May Lizzie Gilbert, 80, of Bassett, who died Oct. 13, 2008, at her home, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church with the Rev. James Tinsley officiating. A wake will be held one hour before the service at the church, and the family will receive friends at other times at the home of her daughter Carolyn Gilbert, at 3187 Bassett Heights in Bassett. Burial will be in the Wade family cemetery. She was born Feb. 13, 1928, to Sadie Wade Wimbush. In addition to her…

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Marconi, Barbara

                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be held in New York at a later date. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be sent to the American Lung Association or American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Martin, Joan Waddell

                                                                                                                                                                                                                MARTIN, Joan Waddell, 75, of Evington, died Thursday, October 2, 2008. Born on July 6, 1933, in Richmond, Joan was the daughter of the late Emma Lambert Waddell and Flavius Archer Waddell. Joan graduated from St. Catherine's School and attended Mary Washington College. She loved her church, Rustburg Presbyterian, was devoted to helping with R.E.A.P. (Rural Emergency Assistance Program), and was a faithful volunteer with the Campbell County Litter Commission. She was a beloved and devoted wife, loving…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mayo, Jennie Bett Brown

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Jennie Bett Brown Mayo, 95, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • McCall, Carol LaVon Davis Smith

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        McCALL, Carol LaVon Davis Smith, departed this life on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving husband, Rev. James E. McCall; one son, Anthony (Katrina); two grandchildren, one brother, two sisters, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The body may be viewed on Friday, October 17, from noon to 8 p.m. at C.W. Edwards Funeral Home, 16476 Richmond Turnpike, Bowling Green, Virginia 22427, and one hour before the service. The funeral will be Saturday, October…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • McDade, Anita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Anita E. McDade PORTSMOUTH - Anita E. McDade, 53, of the 800 block of Bouie Court, died Oct. 14, 2008, in her residence. A native of Portsmouth, she was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Portsmouth. Survivors include her husband, Claibon McDade; two daughters, Latitia C. Elliott and Jocelyn N. McDade; a son, Albert L. Elliott; four sisters; three brothers; five grandchildren; nieces, nephews, in-laws, other relatives and friends including a special friend and nurse, Geraldine Wilson. A funeral…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Morehead, Ruth B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Moseley, Sheri M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              11 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at South Roanoke United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Mothershead, Auburn Bowen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MOTHERSHEAD, Auburn Bowen, 87, of Montross, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. She was the owner-operator of Historyland Business Supply in Montross, a member of Ephesus Christian Church and Montross Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary. She is survived by her husband, Garnett W. Mothershead; a son, Gerald Mothershead and his wife, Susan; a daughter, Ellen M. Martin and her husband, Bill; a brother, B.F. Bowen Jr. and his wife, Betty Jo, all of Montross; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Nicklis, Mary "Beth"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  NICKLIS, Mary "Beth," 58, of Quinton, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles P. Nicklis Sr.; parents, John and Elva Faircloth; sisters, Shirley Sampson, Evelyn Knight and Carolyn Bonjonia; brothers, John E. Faircloth Jr. and James S. Faircloth. She is survived by her son, Charles P. Nicklis Jr. (Ashley) of Raleigh, N.C.; brother, Russell Faircloth (Ellen); sisters, Doris Hardison, Reva Fuller, Paula Leonard and Carolyn Everett;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Nixon, Uldine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Uldine L. Nixon VIRGINIA BEACH - Uldine Lorraine Nixon passed away Oct. 10, 2008. Services will be held at a later date. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Oliver, Louise

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Forest Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Warner. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to The Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, 601 Children's Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507. Arrangements by Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Saluda.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Oliver, Louise Davis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        OLIVER, Louise Davis, age 90, of Portsmouth, formerly of Saluda, and widow of Russell L. Oliver, died Tuesday, October 14, 2008. She is survived by her son, Clinton Oliver and his wife, Jean, and two grandsons, Kyle and Jacob of Portsmouth; a sister, Virginia D. Powell of Crozet; a brother, J. Ray Davis of Saluda; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Forest Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Warner. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Orlowski, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            James A. Orlowski VIRGINIA BEACH - James Anthony Orlowski, 44, of Richmond, formerly of Virginia Beach, died suddenly Oct. 6, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Blanca; children, Chad and Hunter Orlowski, Cory and Angelica Golding, all of Richmond, and Michael Knutsen of Virginia Beach; his parents, Thomas and Joan Orlowski of Virginia Beach; sister, Karen Orlowski of Virginia Beach; brothers, Paul Orlowski of Virginia Beach, Tom and Vincent Orlowski of Knotts Island, N.C. A memorial Mass will be held Sunday…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Page, David

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be held Saturday in Beachlawn Baptist Church, 520 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Davis Corner Fire and Rescue Squad, 4672 Haygood Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach office, is assisting the family.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Park, Sidney Armistead - Sidney Armistead Park 1926 2008 Sidney Armistead Park, a Fluvanna County resident for 28 years, passed away on October 11, 2008, at his home ....

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Petersen, Eileen Moore

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Potter, Roy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    . Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, is handling the arrangements. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Powers, Elizabeth H. "Betty"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      POWERS, Elizabeth H. "Betty," of Highland Springs, Va., departed this life October 8, 2008 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Walter Powers Sr.; two sons, William (Doug) Powers and Walter (Larry) Powers Jr.; a daughter, Pamela Moreira; and three grandchildren, Ashley and Michael Sites and Kevin Spann. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ralph Dunford

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Oct 16, 2008 The funeral for Ralph E. Dunford, 73, of Bassett, who died Oct. 14, 2008, at his home, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Mitchell Church in Wytheville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bassett Funeral Service, South Chapel. A service will follow there at 8 p.m. He was born Sept. 21, 1935, in Wythe County to Ernest W. Dunford and Elizabeth Brinkley Dunford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two infant…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ramsey, Henry Lee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          RAMSEY, Henry Lee, 71, of Burkeville, died Monday, October 13, 2008. He was a native of Charlotte County, Va., and the son of the late Jesse Lee and Eva Betty Jennings Ramsey. He was a retired Telegraph Operator of five years and a dispatcher for C&O Railroad of 43 years. He was an avid fisherman and duck hunter and a collector of old records, telegraph equipment and loved music, especially bluegrass. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Frankie D. Ramsey of Burkeville; daughter, Wanda Stephenson and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Raymond A. Wardzala

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Oct 16, 2008 A memorial service for Raymond A. Wardzala, 78, of 1024 Morningside Lane, Martinsville, who died Oct. 9, 2008, at Blue Ridge Rehab Center, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Forest Hills Presbyterian Church in Martinsville. The Rev. Kenneth E. Hughes will officiate. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall immediately after the funeral. He graduated from Easthampton High School, Northampton Commercial College and attended American International College. He worked for United…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rebman IV, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              REBMAN, John IV, of Richmond, Va., passed away suddenly October 13, 2008, at Johnston-Willis Hospital after a short illness at 56 years of age. He was the dedicated husband of Marie Rebman of 31 years. He is survived by his wife, Marie; and his four daughters, Anne Hise and son-in-law, Jeremy Hise, of Baltimore, Md., Christina Rebman, Mary Melissa Rebman and Janey Rebman of Richmond, Va. John was the son of the late Dr. John Rebman III and is survived by his mother, Mary Rebman. John is also survived by his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Reynolds, Hargis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Hargis J. Reynolds PORTSMOUTH - Hargis J. Reynolds, 59, died Oct. 14, 2008. He will be sent to Blanchester, Ohio, for burial. Snellings Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Richardson, Evelyn C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  RICHARDSON, Mrs. Evelyn C., of Richmond, departed this life October 15, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 North 25th Street. Funeral notice later.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rigney, William Claude

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Roberson, Ardavis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ardavis Roberson NORFOLK - Ardavis Roberson, 86, of Clayton Drive, died Oct. 14, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at noon in Hale Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Robinette, Catherine B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Rogers Sr., Donald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          . He was a member of the Fleet Reserve Association Branch 99 in Virginia Beach and the Black Diamond Navy in Pottsville, Pa. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Yvonne M. Rogers; his children, Donald Douglass Rogers Jr. and his wife Carole of Georgia and Tracy Rogers and her husband Steve Musgrave of Virginia Beach; his brother, Frederick L. Rogers and his wife Beverly of Virginia Beach; one niece and three nephews. Mr. Rogers, having been a double lung transplant recipient and a supporter of organ…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Rosenberg, Jeanette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sands, Lizzetta

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lizzetta Sands VIRGINIA BEACH - Lizzetta "Grandma" Sands of the 1700 block of Maryus Court, went home to be with the Lord Oct. 14, 2008. A native of Virginia Beach, she was a lifetime member of Mount Olive Baptist Church, Virginia Beach, where she was involved with the Usher Board No. 1 and the Daisy Chain Social & Charity Club. She is survived by her daughter, Alice Stevenson (Clinton); a sister, Nancy Mullen; three grandchildren, Teresa Proctor, Beverly Crowder (Dennis) and Anthony Stevenson…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Shelton, Earl Covey

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                s 11 a.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, in the Vaught Cemetery at Newport. Arrangements with Kendall Funeral Home in Pembroke, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Shepard, Isabell Eller

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  s will be held 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel in Marion, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sigmon, Clara T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Clara T. Sigmon, 100, of Callaway, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va. 540-483-5533.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Slusher, Sharon Marie Burnop

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      1 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, in the Tharp Funeral Home Chapel, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Smith, Stephen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2008, at Ridgeway Church of God. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sottile, Carmela Barbaro (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          In Loving Memory of Carmela Barbaro SOTTILE One year ago today God put His arms around you and took you home. Not a day goes by that we do not think about you and how blessed we were to have had you in our lives. Now you are in Heaven and all of the angels are blessed to have you with them. You will always be in our hearts and thoughts. We love you more than words can say and we miss you deeply. We know you are now happy in your new home and knowing that brings us, much comfort., Happy 1st Anniversary, in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Speller, Jimmie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            for the procession to the church. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Stephen Smith

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Oct 16, 2008 Stephen Smith, 46, of 200 Garrett Road, Ridgeway, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at Moses Cone Health System in Greensboro, N.C. He was born Oct. 11, 1962, in Baltimore, Md., to James W. Smith and Iva Loraine Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Raymond Arnold Smith. He served in the Navy and was a truck driver for M&W Windows in Rocky Mount. He attended Ridgeway Church of God. Surviving are his wife, Jeanne Bradley Smith of the home; one daughter,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Stephens, Latreesa Fay Ferrell

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                On Saturday, October 11, 2008, God whispered to his angel, Latreesa Fay Ferrell (Pokey) Stephens, "Come unto me, peace be thine." Latreesa was born on May 14, 1967, to the late Evangelist Rosa Lee Ferrell Hickman and Freddie Fralin in Roanoke, Va. She graduated from Patrick Henry High School class of 1985 and attended National Business College., Latreesa was preceded in death by her mother, Evangelist Rosa L. Ferrell Hickman; brother, Oddy Fralin; and grandfather, Harvey Harris., Latreesa was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Stephens, Latressa Fay Ferrell

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  s 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Jerusalem Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Stovall, Melody S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mrs. Melody S. Stovall, 55, of Salem, Va., transitioned from this life on Friday, October 10, 2008, at home in the presence of her family. She was born in Salem, Va., on November 7, 1952, to the late Joshua and Mildred Stewart. She graduated from Andrew Lewis in 1970 and attended Hampton Institute (University) where she received her B.S. in marketing in 1974. Melody was the first executive director at The Harrison Museum of African American Culture. For the past 10 years she was the self-sufficiency…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Strickler, Mildred Anne

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      STRICKLER, Mildred Anne, born November 19, 1928, died October 15, 2008. She was the widow of Frank N. Strickler. She was preceded in death by her brother and sister, Ernest Horner and Phyllis Heath. Survivors include her daughter, Sandra S. Barnes; her son and daughter-in-law, Frank W. and Karen C. Strickler; her sisters, Doris Howell of Charlotte, N.C., Susie Hall of Richmond, Va., and Linda Scearce of Midlothian, Va.; five grandchildren, Edwin T. Barnes (Crystal), Christopher S. Strickler (Helen), Michael…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Stultz, Frank

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held 3 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Stump Sr., Aubrey

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          time at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be on Monday in Strasburg, Va. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Taduran, Marco

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Marco Taduran KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Marco "Jiji" Taduran, 57, died Sunday after a brief illness. Born in Iriga City, Philippines, Jiji had called Kansas City, Mo., his home for the past 11 years. He was a member of The Living Stones Catholic Charismatic Ministry of GKC. He was a former resident of Norfolk/Virginia Beach. Marco served proudly in the U.S. Navy from 1972 to 1992 and retired as a chief electrician's mate. He worked for Alliant Techsystems for the past four years as shift electrician.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Taylor, Nancy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            s. She was employed for many years by the FBI in Washington, D.C., and Long Beach, Calif., as an executive secretary. After leaving the FBI, she worked for several large corporations before meeting her husband, Cresston "Cress" Taylor and retiring to finish raising their son, Dean. After Dean entered the Air Force, Cress retired early from a corporate job and they both retired to their summer home on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. They spent 23 years there, establishing and operating several…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Taylor, Tilwanza Yuvette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Tilwanza Yuvette (Tee) Taylor, 41, of Martinsville, Va., died on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Throckmorton, Fannie Gooch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  THROCKMORTON, Fannie Gooch, 93, of Richmond, journeyed to heaven on October 13, 2008. She has gone to be with her beloved husband of 60 years, Elmo; and her daughter, Betty, who preceded her in death. Fannie was a devoted Christian and attended Carlisle Avenue Baptist Church. She is survived by her loving son, Ray Throckmorton and wife, Elizabeth; four grandchildren, Dennis and David Throckmorton, Deborah Poole, Susan Day and husband, Mike; and one great-granddaughter, Betty. The family will receive friends…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Tiller, Juanita Crabtree

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    .com. The Tiller family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Trimpey, Lila Weaver

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke Chapel.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Tuck, Woodson C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Woodson C. Tuck, 79 , of Bedford, Va., passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3304.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            James P. Burton James Perry Burton, 82, of Booth Drive, Appomattox, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Born in Williamson, W.Va., on Oct. 14, 1926, he was a son of the late Perry M. and Julia Gibbings Burton. After receiving his degree from VPI, he became an engineer with Pratt and Whitney Co. of Connecticut. He served his country during World War II as a member of the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by a brother, Richard Burton of Cary, N.C., and two sisters, Ann Keck of Roanoke and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Vass, Lillie B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              VASS, Mrs. Lillie B., of Richmond, departed this life October 14, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reuben Vass. She is survived by one daughter, Lillie Smith; one grandson, Shawn M. Vass; one great-granddaughter, Porsche Vass; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, among them, Jesse Harvell; one sister-in-law, Beatrice Thorpe; one brother-in-law, Calloway Daniel; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where funeral services will…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Venida K. Rotenberry

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Oct 16, 2008 Venida King Rotenberry, 68, of 654 Telegraph Road, Henry, and formerly of Princeton, W.Va., died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital in Rocky Mount. She was born Sept. 29, 1940, in Superior, W.Va., to Sam W. King and Ethel Burks King. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Rotenberry; one son, Franklin Rotenberry Jr.; and two brothers, Michael King and Curtis King. She was a 1958 graduate of Northfork High School and lived in Henry…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wallace, Christine O.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WALLACE, Christine O., of St. Mary's Woods, widow of Archie A. Wallace Jr., passed away Monday, October 13, 2008. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Archie A. and Eva Wallace III. Also surviving are two grandchildren, A. Austin Wallace IV and his wife, Nancy, and Stefanie Suzanne Wallace; two great-grandchildren, Emily and Geoffrey Wallace; also several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Rd., from 6:30 to 8 p.m.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Ward, Timothy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Wardzala, Raymond A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      10 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Forest Hills Presbyterian Church, Martinsville. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ware Sr., Bradford D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Bradford D. Ware Sr., 83, of Bedford, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3304.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Washington, Maude E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          WASHINGTON, Maude E., 79, departed this life October 13, 2008. The daughter of the late Willie Simmons and Virginia Mahone, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Washington; sister, Evelyn Mahone; three sons, Clinton, Earl and Elbert Washington. She leaves to cherish her memory three sons, Alvin Mahone, Linwood Mahone and Joseph Washington; four daughters, Gloria Ann Scott, Gladys Mahone, Diane Washington-Jones and Linda Washington; 22 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Brian…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Webber, Mildred Taylor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Whorton Sr., Frank Baylus - FRANK BAYLUS WHORTON SR. Frank Baylus Whorton Sr. went to be with Jesus on the Lord's Day, Sunday, October 12, 2008. He was born ....

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Williams, Jean Tanner

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                WILLIAMS, Jean Tanner, of Lakewood Manor in Henrico County, died on Monday, October 13, 2008. She was the wife of Donald E. Williams, retired Commis-sioner, Department of Motor Vehicles. On August 7, they were married 54 years. Born September 19, 1932 in Edenton, N.C., and named Jean Calmes Tanner, she was the daughter of Fielding Felix Tanner and Lillian Layton Tanner, both deceased. At the age of six, she and her brother, Fielding Felix Tanner Jr., now deceased, moved with their family to Cohutta, Ga. She…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wyche, Ella

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Ella H. Wyche CAPRON - Ella Louise Hicks Wyche, 66, of the 22300 block of Pine Level Road, died Oct. 14, 2008, in Sentara Obici Hospital. Born in Southampton County, she attended Southampton County public schools and was a member of Mars Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Moses Wyche; three daughters, Gwendolyn, Jaqueline (Victor) and Lorita; two sons, Anthony (Alice) and Moses Darnell; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one aunt, Lucy Owens. A funeral will be…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Ziegler, John Malcolm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ZIEGLER, John Malcolm, 82, went to be with his maker on October 13, 2008. He was born in College Park, Ga., the seventh son of Theodore Ziegler and Elizabeth Zimmerman Ziegler. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Betty Dunn Ziegler; three children, Carl and wife, Leslie, of Durham, N.C., Daniel of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Gloria of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and three grandchildren, Scott, Brian and Lindsey of Raleigh, N.C. John served his country in the Navy during WWII, graduated from Georgia Tech…

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