Sunday, July 5, 2009

Virginia Obituaries 7/05/09


 


 


 

Acord, Fannie C.

Fannie C. Acord, age 84 of North Tazewell, Va., died Fri., June 26, 2009, at Tazewell Community Hospital. Born April 25, 1925 at Tazewell, Va., she was a daughter of the late Jesse and Nannie Elizabeth Sheets Asbury. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Acord; one son, Michael Lee Acord; one grandson, Billy Acord; two sisters; and nine brothers. Survivors include one son, Wayne Acord and his wife, Ernestine "Pete" Acord, of Burkes Garden, Va.; one granddaughter, Kim Childress and husband, Greg, of Burkes Garden, Va.; three great grandchildren, Makala Childress, Clay Childress, and Olivia Acord Young; one sister, Marie Lamantia of Pennsylvania; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services were conducted at 11:00 Mon., June 29, 2009 at Maplewood Cemetery in Tazewell, Va., with the Rev. Kenneth Gillespie officiating. Peery & St.Clair Funeral Home of Tazewell, Va., served the Acord family.


 


 

Adams, Howard (Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Howard ADAMS Who went home to be with Jesus, on July 3, 2008, It has been one year since you left us. We miss you every day. You were the love of my life. I'll always remember the promise you made before you left., Wife ~ Shelby, Children ~ Steve, Danny, Cheryl & Crissy, Grandchildren ~ Megan, Austin, Alex and Mamie, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Aull, Charles Edward

Charles Edward Aull, 81, of Blacksburg, died Saturday, July 4, 2009. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Bacon-Trott, Mary Lucille

Mary Lucille Bacon-Trott, 91, born in Lanesville, Ind., most recently of Christiansburg, passed away July 2, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Edward Trott; her son, Dwight Bacon; her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ann and Gabriel DiGiovanni; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her siblings and their families. The family will receive visitors from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2009 at Horne Funeral Home, 1300 N. Franklin St., Christiansburg. Funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. July 7, 2009 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, with Father John Prinelli officiating. She will be laid to rest beside her beloved Lawrence Bacon in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, Md. In lieu of flowers, Mary Lu requested memorial contributions for a stain glass window be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 355 Independence Blvd., Christiansburg, VA 24073 (ATTN: Father Prinelli on behalf of Mary Lu). Online condolences may be sent by vi, The Family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Baker, William (Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of WILLIAM (Bill) BAKER Daddy, Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven. It has only been since February, but is seems like yesterday when we let you go to suffer no more. We miss you so much and love you forever more., Love, Your Children, Debra, Pam, Ricky, Timmy, Cindy and Lyndia, Your wife, Frances and, Your brothers, Larry and Mike, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Bayne, Virginia Louise Bushnell

s will be held on July 6, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Sherwood in Salem with Pastor Mike Hewitt officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials to 3 ABN (Three Angels Broadcasting Network). The family will receive friends Sunday, July 5, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Beckner, Anthony James

will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Beddard Jr., Leslie

Leslie Beddard Jr. WILLIAMSTON - Leslie Beddard Jr., 74, of the 200 block of Marshall Ave., died July 4, 2009. A funeral will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in Walker Funeral Home Chapel.


 


 

Bell, Harold A.

Harold A. (Babe) Bell, 88, of Hardy, Va., joined our Lord peacefully in his home July 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother; father; sister; son-in-law, Rob Pease; and most recently, his beloved brother, Ellsworth Bell. He leaves behind his wife, Norma Shumard Bell; and his only child, Sharon Bell Pease; and many extended family members. Babe was a World War II veteran proudly serving his country in Italy and Northern Africa as a railway battalion commander. He retired after 35 years from First Edison in Toronto, Ohio. He was the commander of the Toronto chapter of the VFW for several years. Babe loved fishing and bird watching and he loved working with his hands. Babe and Norma were married for 68 years and in the fall of 2007 Babe, Norma and Sharon were baptized together in Smith Mountain Lake by Pastor Tony Gray of Hales Ford Baptist Church. He will truly be missed by his wife and daughter and extended family. A memorial in his honor will be held in Toronto, Ohio at a later date. His nephews, Pastor Steven Bell and Musical Minister Brian Bell, will preside. His nephew, David Bell will offer the eulogy. To send condolences, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome. com. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, SML, 540-721-9375., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Benn, Richard J.

Richard J. Benn PORTSMOUTH - Richard Junior Benn, 53, of the 1600 block of Spectator St., passed away July 1, 2009. He worked at Cargill Grain for 20 years as a grain operator. He is survived by his loving wife, Ella Benn; mother, Dorothy McBride; his sisters, PyPatchia, Doretha and Agnes; brothers, Marvin, Roland, Donnell and Phillip; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home. Interment will be held in Roosevelt Memorial Park., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Blair, Lynde

as a major. He was an avid fisherman and had numerous hobbies. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Ramona A. Blair; his children, Lynde D. Jr., Robert and Thomas Blair, Donna B. Rigby, Barbara D. Fisher; his 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted Wednesday, July 8, at 2 p.m. in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. The Rev. Charles Moseley will officiate. Interment will follow with military honors in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The viewing will begin with the family receiving friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation through their website at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Blankenship, Abbagayle Grace

s will be held 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Rev. Bobby Riley and the Rev. Kelly Dampeer officiating. Interment will follow in Rapps Mill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, July 6, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Blankenship, Patricia Ruth

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Blickens, Robert

, Bob pursued a career in the automotive industry. Bob was a lifelong Baptist and was very active in his church until his illness. He had many hobbies including building a house, restoring vintage cars, traveling and sailing. Bob touched many lives with his generous and caring deeds and never met a stranger. He never once complained during his long illness and always had a smile for everyone. The family wishes to thank Bon Secours Hospice for their kindness. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, Suffolk, Wednesday, July 8, from 3 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made to Bon Secours Hospice, 485 Rodman Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23707., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Borum, Virginia

from Kings Bay, Ga. A funeral will be held Tuesday, July 7, at 11 a.m. in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Martha Goodman. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. and will also be at 2041 Ames Circle N., Chesapeake., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Bower, Lanny Gray

Lanny Gray Bower, 64, of Montvale, passed away Friday, July 3, 2009. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Brown, Florine Ellen

s will be held at noon on Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Ivey Adams officiating. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2009, and from 11 a.m. till noon on Sunday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Burch, Ruby Goolsby

at the funeral home. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Service., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Carter, William E. "Shorty" - William E. "Shorty" Carter In Memory of a Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, and Friend. Always in our hearts and minds. You will ....

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Catherine T. Pearman 

Jul 5, 2009 Catherine Thore Pearman, 88, of Martinsville, died Saturday, July 4, 2009, at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Roanoke. She was born in West Virginia on Aug. 17, 1920, to David Thore and Minnie Rorrer Thore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Pearman; a son, Roger W. Hawley; a sister, Irene Bailey; and brothers, Lester, George, Raymond and Dewey Thore. She was a charter member of Fontaine Women's Club and a member of the Fontaine Ruritan Club. She had been a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church since the 1940s. Surviving are her daughter, Patsy Lee Pearman Stroop of Roanoke; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church with Pastor Kathy Gochenour officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Clough, Audrey

. Visitation will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. She will be deeply missed by all, but most of all by her three adoring daughters whose lives she filled with so much love. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made in her name to the Norfolk or Virginia Beach SPCA or animal shelters. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Collins, John S.

John S. Collins, 84, of Roanoke, died Saturday, July 4, 2009. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Christiansburg., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Conner, Maude King

s will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. George W. Stewart officiating. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Cook Jr., William Albert

will be private. He requested that memorial gifts be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24012 or to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Cox, Laura Bell

s will be held on Monday, July 6, 2009, at 10 a.m. in the VaughanGuynnMcGrady Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, July 5, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. A guestbook is available online by visiting, . Vaughan -GuynnMcGrady Chapel is serving the family., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Craft, Kenneth

s will be Monday at 11 a.m. in Sunnyside Cemetery. Sykes Funeral Service is in charge. 


 


 

Craig, Elsie

Elsie Whitfield Craig CHESAPEAKE - Elsie Whitfield Craig, 68, of the 3600 block of South Battlefield Blvd., passed away in her home Friday, July 3, 2009. Born in Norfolk, she was the daughter of Elsie Lamb Whitfield of Chesapeake and the late George Ben Whitfield. She was employed as director of personnel at the Chesapeake Public Schools, and was a member of Good Hope United Methodist Church. Besides her mother, Elsie is survived by her husband, Lonnie Craig; a daughter, Pamela Pilch and husband John of Richmond; and a brother, L.W. Whitfield and wife Jeanette of Chesapeake; three grandchildren, Benjamin, Daniel and Jonathan; and two nieces, Nancy Taylor and Susan Hatcher. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. The Rev. Mark Christian and the Rev. Tom Mercer will officiate. Interment will be private. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Memorial contributions may be made in Elsie's name to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International or to the American Leukemia Foundation. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Croushore, Margaret

Margaret (Peggy) Croushore, 69, of Troutville, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2009. She was born on October 1, 1939, in Brooklyn, N.Y. to Harold and Helen Shabbick Miner. Peggy met the love of her life Harry Croushore when he was home on leave one weekend from the Navy and it was love at first sight, they married a few weeks later on June 15, 1958, in Brooklyn. Peggy enjoyed life and loved doing woodcrafts, crocheting, quilting, and gardening but especially loved her family. Peggy is predeceased by her parents, Harold and Helen Shabbick Miner. Peggy is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Harry Croushore; her son, Harry W. Croushore and his wife, Maureen, of Walden, N.Y.; her daughters, Vickie Hoyt and her husband, Chris, of Plympton, Mass., and Gail Hermann and her husband, Ed, of LaGrangeville, N.Y.; her grandchildren, Michael, Brian, Stephen and Kevin Croushore, of Walden, N.Y., Christopher and Andrea Hoyt, of Plympton, Mass., Andrew, Ryan and Logan Hermann, of LaGrangeville, N.Y.; her brother, Buddy Miner and his wife, Marie, of Lady Lake, Fla.; her sister, Helen Diver, of Fishkill, N.Y.; also many nieces, nephews and close friends. Friends are welcome to call Sunday, July 5, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Rader Funeral Home in Daleville. A Funeral Service celebrating Peggy's life will be held on Monday, July 6, 2009, at 10 a.m. at Rader Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Irving Glover will officiate. Arrangements entrusted to Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va., 992-1212., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Cruey, Louise Ann Pruitt

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Curtis L. Baker, Sr. 

Jul 5, 2009 The funeral for Curtis Lee Baker Sr., 83, of Martinsville, who died July 1, 2009, was held Saturday at Norris Funeral Services Chapel with Pastor Buster Mize officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Grove Christian Church cemetery. Military rites were performed by the Martinsville-Henry County Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Mike Minter, Mark Dodson, Chad Dodson, Elliot Stone, Jimmy Joyce, Barry Keffer and B.J. Keffer.


 


 

Curtis Sr., John W. "Uncle Doc Woody" - "Uncle Doc Woody" John W. Curtis, Sr. John W. Curtis, Sr. "Uncle Doc Woody", age 83, was the beloved father of seven. Mr. Curtis ....

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Dale, Grace

will be held 10 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Elmo McLaurin will officiate. Arrangements are by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Darlene K. Martin 

Jul 5, 2009 The funeral for Darlene Irma King Martin, 49, of Stuart, who died June 30, 2009, was held Friday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Roger Hagwood officiating. Burial was in West Liberty Cemetery. Pallbearers were Travis Hodge, Lynwood Clark, Jeff Saunders, Michael Houchins, Rev. James Houchins, Vennis King and Steve Payne.


 


 

Davis, John S.

s will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel 4 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. Winston Crichlow and the Rev. Bud Nichols officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Bethany United Methodist Church Building Fund, 3329 Henry Road, Ferrum, Va. 24088. His family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Flora Funeral Service, exclusive provider for Veterans & Family Memorial Care, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Deel, Linda Lou Ellen

Linda Lou Ellen Deel, age 61 of Richlands, Va., passed away Thurs., June 25, 2009 at her home. Born Feb. 21, 1948 in Tazewell County, Va., she was the daughter of the late Doyle Robert and Helen Lucille Coe Shamblin. She was a member of Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640 Ladies Auxiliary. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Bobby and David. She is survived by one son, Robert James (Robby) Deel of Ocala, Fla.; one sister, Becky Shamblin and fiancé, Paul Brooks, of Richlands; fiancé, Clinton Jennings; one nephew, Matthew Hurt and wife, Heather, of Abingdon; one niece, Renee MacNeil and husband, Patrick, of Johnson City, Tenn.; two grand nephews, Ashton Shane Hurt and Brett Codie Nunn; one aunt, Cora Blankenship. A memorial service was conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sun., June 28, 2009 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Rev. Bill Fletcher officiating. Friends called after 1:00 p.m. Sunday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service served the Deel family.


 


 

Duck, Dora

will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Poplar Spring Cemetery with the Rev. Susan Reaves officiating. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wright Funeral Home and suggests memorials be made to High Street United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 218, Franklin, VA 23851 or , c/o Ms. Kathy Worrell, 717 Fairview Drive, Franklin, VA 23851., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Duck, Elizabeth

will be held at Royster Memorial Presbyterian Church where she was a member since December 2008. The family requests gifts in her memory be made to Heifer International at, . Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Street Chapel, are handling arrangements. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Duncan, Ollie Akers

will follow at 2 p.m. , with Pastor Donald Peters officiating. A full obituary will appear in Monday's paper. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Christiansburg., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Dupree, Mary

Mary S. Dupree NORFOLK - Mary S. Dupree, 74, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 1, 2009. She was predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Martha Artis. She is survived by two sisters and three brothers, Shirlee Gates of San Diego, Floretta Parker, Samuel Artis, William Artis, and John Artis, all of Norfolk. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Mary S. Dupree was a longtime member of Bethel Baptist Church in Norfolk. A funeral will be held Friday, July 10, at 11 a.m. in Bethel Baptist Church in Norfolk. Hale Funeral Home is handling final arrangements., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Dye, Linda Smith

Linda Smith Dye, 66, died Mon., June 22, 2009, at her home. She was the daughter of the late Clyde T. and Helen Baldwin Smith and was a member of Arcadia Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Malcolm Edward Dye. Mrs. Dye is survived by three children, Craig Dye and wife Janet of Charlottesville, Va.; Todd Dye and wife Lisa of Kingsport; and Thea Puckett and husband Jeff of Church Hill; seven grandchildren, Trenton, Lance, Dagny, Kassie, Ryan, Laken, and Lexie; and a brother, Bill Smith and wife Sue of Jewell Ridge, Va. A memorial service was held on Sat., June 27, at 11:00 a.m. at Arcadia Presbyterian Church with Rev. John Irwin officiating. Visitation followed the memorial service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund of Arcadia Presbyterian Church; 4616 Bloomingdale Pike; Kingsport, TN 37660. Please visit hamlettdobson.com for online condolences. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, served the family of Linda Dye.


 


 

Dyson, Olivia Maggie (In-Memoriam)

To Our Precious Moma Olivia Maggie Dyson March 6, 1931 - July 5, 2008 Every day of this year, we have missed you, loved you, longed to be near you again. We continue on, remembering your beautiful spirit, wanting to make you proud of how you raised us all. We love you so much. You are forever in our hearts. Your Family, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Edgar C. Cannaday 

Jul 5, 2009 The funeral for Edgar C. Cannaday, 90, of Augusta, Ga. and formerly of Bassett, who died June 26, 2009, was held Friday, July 3, 2009, at Faith Baptist Church. Burial was in Henry Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Curtis Cannaday, Bill Waddell, John A. Spencer, Rodney Coleman, Don Hagy, Phillip Greer, Josh Lawson and Joe Cannaday. Bassett Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Edwards, Lenora Orlowsky

Lenora Orlowsky Edwards, 91, of Lynchburg, died Saturday, July 4, 2009. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, 434-237-9424., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Eggleston, Curtis Lee

at the church. Friends may call the funeral home after 12 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009. Condolences can be emailed to bedfordfuneral@, . Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Elsie W. Craig 

Jul 5, 2009 Elsie Whitfield Craig, 68, of South Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake, died Friday, July 3, 2009, at her home. She was born in Norfolk to Elsie Lamb Whitfield of Chesapeake and the late George Ben Whitfield. She was employed as director of personnel at the Chesapeake Public Schools and was a member of Good Hope United Methodist Church. Surviving in addition to her mother are her husband, Lonnie Craig, formerly of Patrick County; a daughter, Pamela Pilch of Richmond; a brother, L.W. Whitfield of Chesapeake; three grandchildren and two nieces. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home and Crematory in Chesapeake. The Revs. Mark Christian and Tom Mercer will officiate. Interment will be private. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International or to the American Leukemia Foundation.


 


 

Elwonda H. Thomas 

Jul 5, 2009 Elwonda Helms Thomas, 57, died Saturday, July 4, 2009, at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital in Rocky Mount. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Bassett Funeral Service.


 


 

Estes Jr., James Butler

s will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. James Walker officiating. Interment will be in the Thomas Family Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday, July 4, 2009 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Maberry Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at, Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Ethel P. Martin 

Jul 5, 2009 The funeral for Ethel P. Martin, 97, of 2665 Joseph Martin Highway, Martinsville, who died June 30, 2009, at Morehead Memorial Hospital in Eden, N.C., will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paul High Street Baptist Church. The Rev. William A. Shackleford Sr. will officiate. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour before the service Tuesday and other times at the home. She was born in Martinsville on Feb. 24, 1912, to William G. Preston and Rosa Lee Hairston Preston. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Pete T. Martin; a son, Pete T. Martin Jr.; sisters, Betty M. Penn, Ruth Lane and Lillian Preston; and brothers, James Robert Preston, Fester Lee Preston, Clarence Preston and Albert Preston. She was a member of St. Paul High Street Baptist Church, the Hamlin Workers Ministry and the Missionary Ministry. Surviving are three daughters, Shirley M. Gravely of Martinsville, Cleopatra M. Hodge of Woodbridge and Barbara M. Quarles of the home; a son, David R. Martin of Willingboro, N.J.; a sister, Dorothy M. Ferguson of Philadelphia, Pa.; three brothers, Patrick Preston of Columbus, Ohio, Earl McCoy Preston of Martinsville and Richard Preston of Roanoke; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Hairston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Evans, Myrl

. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dolores Lynch Evans; four daughters, Merril A. Sollenberger and husband Michael of Fairfield, Pa., Dee Evans of Dallas, Linda Cunningham of Virginia Beach, and Anna M. Morgan and husband Bill of Asheboro, N.C. He is also survived by one son, Michael P. Evans of Chesapeake and his three grandchildren, Lindsay Cunningham, Alexander Morgan and Sophia Morgan. Services will be private at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Salvation Army, Raby Road, Norfolk, VA 23502. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Fleeman, Vernice A.

Vernice A. Fleeman, 80, of Rich Creek, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009. Arrangements by Riffe's Funeral Service, Narrows., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Franklin, Barbara Lyons (In-Memoriam)

In Loving Memory Of Barbara Lyons Franklin July 5, 1937- July 21, 1991 Happy Birthday, Mom! Love Always, Daughter, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Furrow, Pauline Guilliams

s will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. Curtis English officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park. The family would like to thank her wonderful friends and caregivers, Beverly and Joe Rutter, Little Josiah and Ashley, CJ Johnson, Carolyn Rakes, Barbara Bradford and Bev Hall. Thanks also to Carilion Hospice of Franklin County, especially Karen Tosh, Fran Smith and Chaplain Rick Poland. Thanks for all the family and friends who came to visit. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Carilion Hospice of Franklin County, 390 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Virginia 24151 or to a charity of your choice. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Saturday with her family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount and other times and the home of Carol and Perry Moran., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Gagliardi, John Louis

John Louis Gagliardi, 61, of Roanoke, Va., died May 30, 2009. Memorial Mass of the Resurrection, 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Gamble, Shirley D.

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Glinski, Chrispean Geraldine Meador

Rev. Chrispean Geraldine Meador "Geri" Glinski, of Aiken, S.C., made her transition on Sunday, June 28, 2009, surrounded by her loving daughters. A Celebration of Life will be held in Crozier, Va., on August 1, 2009, for family and close friends. She was preceded in death by parents, Hannah Maria and Harry Milton Meador Sr.; brothers, Alton Meador and Harry Milton Meador Jr.; and sisters, Mary Jane Sumner, Gladys Lumbo, and Estelle Lane. She is survived by her daughters, Dr. Maria Glinski, of Aiken, S.C., and Deborah Kidwell, of Rhoadesville, Va.; four grandchildren; three sisters, Ruby Meador and Edith Meador, both of Roanoke, Va., and Hazel Young, of Springfield, Va.; four brothers, Cecil Meador, of Ypsilanti, Mich., Oscar Meador, Ralph Meador, and Ernest "Buddy" Meador, all of Roanoke, Va.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Those wishing may visit Rev. Geri's memorial web page at the Mosaic of Hope at, to send condolences and make memorial contributions to The in lieu of flowers., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Goodman, Anna Lee Marshall

Date of Death- June 26, 2009 Anna Lee Marshall Goodman, age 92 of old Route 11, Dublin, passed away Fri., June 26, 2009 at the home. Born July 10, 1916 in Tazewell County, she was the daughter of the late Grover Lee Marshall and Nancy Mae Addison Marshall. She was also preceded by her husband of 67 years, Rev. Charlie Hugh Goodman; one daughter, Nancy Lee Goodman; one son, Ellis Melvin Goodman; four brothers, Robert, James, Thomas and Kelly Marshall, and two sisters, Virginia Lee and Inez Smith. She was of apostolic faith. She was a devoted minister's wife for 67 years. Surviving: two daughters and sons-in-law, Helen Marie and Gene Keen, Dublin, Lois Kathleen and James Lukie Prescott, Dublin; sons and daughters-in-law, James Edward and Edna Goodman, Dublin, Thomas Samuel "Sammy" and Lana Goodman, Dublin; 12 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Doris D. Goodman, Dublin. Funeral services were held Tues., June 30, 11:00 a.m. in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski, with Pastor Michael Collins and Rev. Dale Akers officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, at 3:30 p.m. where the family received friends prior to committal service in the Greenhills Mausoleum Chapel with the Bishop Dean Livingston officiating. The family received friends Mon. evening, June 29, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski. To send online condolences to the family, visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com. Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski, handled the arrangements for the family.


 


 

Grant, Lucy

. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Monumental Methodist Church or Pilot Club of Portsmouth., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Gravley, Virginia L.

Virginia Edith "Sally" Lovell Gravley, 84, of Foster Falls was called home Friday, June 26, 2009, after a valiant fight against congestive heart problems. Funeral service was held Monday, June 29, at the Foster Falls United Methodist church with the Rev. Lee Thomas and Jason Surratt officiating. The body was taken to the church one hour before service time. Interment followed in the Foster Falls Cemetery. She was born March 10, 1925, in Foster Falls, the daughter of the late William M. and Elva Young Lovell. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Claude William Gravley Sr., grandson Scott Allen Porter, brothers and sisters-in-law, Nathan "Tom" and Madeline Lovell, Oakley "Oak" Lovell, sisters and brothers-in-law Hazel and Rolla Mabry, Nell and Lonzie Coble, Richard "Mutt" Mahone and Buford Mabry. She never lost her sense of humor or spirit as the end approached. Sally was the beloved matriarch of the family who was always ready with a smile, comfort and wisdom for any occasion. She was a gentle soul who embraced life and family to the fullest. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Helen and Lonnie "John" Porter; her son Claude W. "Bill" Gravley Jr., all of Foster Falls; her granddaughters Brenda Surratt and husband Paul of Calhoun, Ga., Heather Dawn Gravley of Hillsville and Lori Kay Gravley of Wytheville; great-grandchildren Jason Surratt and his wife Mollie of Dalton, Ga., Kayla Surratt of Kennesaw, Ga., Brittney Surratt of Calhoun, Ga., Paige Sloan and Eli Sloan of Hillsville; sisters Helen Mahone and Ester "Sis" Mabry, both of Barren Springs, Dorothy Poston and her husband John of Roanoke and Martha Crockett and her husband Nathan; and, sister-in-law Daphene Lovell, all of Foster Falls. A special thank you and appreciation to Michelle Duncan whose care and concern helped ease her final days. Reese Funeral Home of Austinville was in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Gray, James Harry - James Harry Gray James Harry Gray, age 89, passed away on July 1, 2009 at his home in Manassas, Va. Jim was a member ....

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Green, Inez

, she gave much of herself by way of her civic and community activities. Mrs. Green was the daughter of Henry A. Watson, a merchant, and Inez Traynham Watson, a school teacher. They named her Inez Beatrice Watson. Born in 1916, she was the eldest of the Watson's two children. As such, she began her winning way of helping others by watching over her younger brother, James A. Watson. He became a physician and practiced for most of his career in Oakland, Calif. Despite their distance, Mrs. Green and her brother remained in constant contact and close at heart. She was greatly saddened when he died in September of 2007. Mrs. Green graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk where she was an honor student. She went on to attend West Virginia State College. There she was a member of the Alpha Delta Sigma Honor Society and graduated cum laude. Thereafter, she attended Howard University School of Social Work and New York University Graduate School. After completing her education and returning home to Norfolk, Mrs. Green, despite the demands of her career, readily and generously lent a hand to others. She was an active member of Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church, member of Norfolk's Council for Interracial Cooperation, vice president of the Auxiliary to the Norfolk Medical Society, secretary to the Auxiliary of Old Dominion Medical Society, Life Member and officer of Norfolk Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., member of the Board of Management of Norfolk YWCA, board member of Virginia Council of Social Welfare and researcher for the American Cancer Society. Additionally, she was a regular volunteer for, and collected funds for, the American Heart Association and a volunteer for more than 10 years and more than 800 volunteer hours at Kirn Memorial Library. Mrs. Green was the widow of Dr. A.B. Green Jr. She is survived by her brother's widow, Mrs. Wenefrett P. Watson; nephew, Mr. James A. Watson Jr.; nephew, Dr. Henry Geoffrey Watson and his wife Mrs. Carolyn Watson; nephew, Gary A. Watson, Esq.; and niece, Mrs. Cynthia Arnold and her husband Larkin Arnold, Esq. She as well leaves great-nieces, Ms. Catherine Watson, Ms. Sara Watson and Ms. Angela Watson, and great-nephews, Mr. Bryan Watson and Mr. Richard Watson. In addition to her brother and her husband, Mrs. Green was preceded in death by her niece, Mrs. Janet Watson David; great-niece, Ms. Tiffany Dawn Washington; and great-nephew, Mr. Henry Geoffrey Watson II. A wake will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, in Graves Funeral Home, 1631 Church St., Norfolk, VA 23504, where the phone number is 757-622-1085. A funeral will be held Wednesday, July 8, at 11 a.m. in Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church, 7036 Chesapeake Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23513, where the phone number is 757-857-0197., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Hale, Ronald M.

s will be held at Glade Creek Cemetery on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Shawn Tanner officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Green Hill Church of the Brethren, 2699 Harborwood Road, Salem, Va. 24153. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Hancock, George Gerald

George Gerald Hancock, 65, died Sunday, June 28, 2009 at his home in Mathews with loved ones at his side. He was born in Marion and later spent most of his life in Richmond. He is preceded in death by his two sisters, Linda Morris, and Carol Lefler, his niece, Cynthia Wiles, and his brother-in-law, Frank Morris. "Big George" was retired from Arcet Equipment Company, where he was store manager and enjoyed playing pranks on his co-workers and customers for over 25 years. He retired to Gloucester and recently moved to Mathews where he enjoyed golfing, fishing, camping and taking pleasure in the outdoors. Survivors include his wife, Jackie; his son, Gerald; his daughter, Tina; his four grandchildren, Megan, Jeremy, Jacob, and Mia; his niece, Becky Guillion, and nephews, Stevie Morris, Jason Morris, and Randall Morris; and their families who live in the Marion area. Interment will be private. A memorial service will be conducted at Woody's Funeral Home, Atlee Chapel, 9721 Shady Grove Road, in Richmond on Monday, July 6, at 7 p.m. Woody's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Hancock, T. Mitchell

T. Mitchell Hancock, age 74, of Severn, Md., passed away Thurs., June 25, 2009 in Bedford, Va., with his daughters at his side. He was born in Bland County, the son of the late Wilbur W. and Carrie McMeans Hancock. He served 23 years in the U.S. Army with two tours in Vietnam being awarded the Bronze Star. He also served a tour in Korea. He retired from the Army in 1977 and was a civil servant at Ft. Meade, Md., and retired after 20 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion and Ft. Meade Coffee Club. Mitch enjoyed spending in time in Burkes Garden, Va., with his very large family. He was preceded in death by four siblings, Charles, Mack, and Kenneth Hancock and June Cash; and three grandchildren. He is survived by his companion of 34 years and her son, Betty Brogdon of Severn, Md. and Frank Brogdon of Richmond, Va.; one son, Randy Hancock and Kathy of Wakefield, Kan.; two daughters, Catherine Ingram and Jeff of Lynchburg, Va., Linda Johnson and Darryl of Bedford, Va.; eight brothers, Edwin, Douglas and Ruth Ann, Ralph and Barbara, David and Trudy, Bobby and Margaret, Stanley and Mary Liz, Garland, Jerry and Joyce; two sisters, Anna Hough and Harry, Elizabeth Collins and James; 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends, especially the Ft. Meade Coffee Club. Funeral services were held Sat., June 27, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Rev. J.R. Gilman officiating. Interment followed in West End Cemetery. American Legion Post #9 conducted graveside military rites. The family received friends Sat. from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va., was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Hawthorne, Sherry Wininger

will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Wytheville at 11 a.m. Monday July 6, 2009. Visitation will be at the Church beginning at 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2009. St. Paul's Discovery Class will serve as honorary pall bearers. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to United Way of Wythe County, P.O. Box 345, Wytheville, Va. 24382 or the Wythe County Genealogical and Historical Association, P.O. Box 1601, Wytheville, Va. 24382. Gifts may also be made to St. Paul UMC. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Hunt, Patsy Lou

Patsy Lou Hunt, loving mother, grandmother, devoted sister and friend, died on June 25, 2009. She was born on Oct. 2, 1942 to the late James and India Bentley in Saltville. She was also predeceased by her son, Dewey Lynn Hunt, and two brothers, Charles F. Coe and Melvin E. Bentley. She was employed by Camp Dogwood for the blind, Sherrills Ford, N.C., until she was retired by disability in 1994. She was most recently a resident of Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie. Survivors include her husband, Dewey Otto Hunt of Seven Mile Ford; two daughters, Tracy Diane Branson of Saltville and Jody Hunt Merritt of Rock Hill, S.C.; one son, James Hunt of Sherrills Ford, N.C.; three sisters, Betty J. White of Bristol, Tenn., Peggy C. Crawford of Mt. Airy, N.C., and Cathy A. Boardwine of Marion; four brothers, James Bentley Jr. of Morganton, N.C., John W. Bentley of Hickory, N.C., Rodney A. Bentley of Stanley, N.C. and Danny Lee Bentley of Saltville; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and her many friends and associates. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, June 29, at D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. David Neitch officiating. Burial followed in the Mount Rose Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Hutton, Kenneth

Kenneth S. Hutton VIRGINIA BEACH - Kenneth S. Hutton died July 2, 2009. Services are private. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is in charge. 


 


 

Irvine Sr., Bruce Alfred

noon on Monday, July 6, 2009, at Rockbridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Jackson, John

John Kelly "Johnny" Jackson, 76, of Ivanhoe died Saturday, June 27, 2009, in Wythe County Community Hospital. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Liberty Hill Pentecostal Church with the Rev. Bobby Lewis officiating. A graveside service will be held today at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion Cemetery. He was born April 21, 1933, in Wythe County, son of the late George Thomas and Mary Magdelene Jackson. He was retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation, a lifetime member of the Ivanhoe Fire Department and a member of Liberty Hill Pentecostal Holiness Church. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kitty Sue Morris; one sister, Golda Alley; and one brother, Charles Jackson. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Jackson; two daughters, Patty Archer of Ivanhoe and Nancy Archer of Max Meadows; four sons, George Kelly Jackson, Michael Maggard, Johnny Eugene "Chigger" Jackson of Ivanhoe and David Jackson and wife, Rena, of Wytheville; two grandchildren, and several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Reese Funeral Home in Austinville is in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Jennings, Frances Wallace Snyder

Frances Wallace Snyder Jennings, 88, of Roanoke, died Friday, July 3, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

John R. Pendleton 

Jul 5, 2009 John R. Pendleton, 66, of Stuart, died Friday, July 3, 2009, at Pioneer Community Hospital in Stuart. He was born May 30, 1943, in Patrick County to the late Delmar J. Pendleton and Elsie Rakes Pendleton of Stuart. He was retired from the timber business and worked for Marilyn's Florist. He attended Mayo Mountain Baptist Church. Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife, Jean H. Pendleton of the home; a step-daughter, Jackie Italiano of Floyd; a step-son, Doug Joyce of Stuart; three step-grandchildren; five sisters, Elva Pendleton, Larmie Hylton and Vera Harbour, all of Stuart, Shirley Harris of Woolwine and Judy Kidd of Amelia; and five brothers, Jim Pendleton, Gerald Pendleton and Gary Pendleton, all of Stuart, and Dan Pendleton and Ron Pendleton, both of Critz. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. today at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with Pastor David Heath officiating. Burial will be in the Jacks Creek Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Mayo Mountain Baptist Church, c/o David Heath, 2861 Little Dan River Road, Claudville, Va. 24076 or to the Jacks Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Lloyd Harbour, 130 Winding Stair Road, Stuart, Va. 24171.


 


 

John S. Davis 

Jul 5, 2009 John S. Davis, 88, of Rocky Mount, died Thursday, July 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cassie Boothe Davis; his parents, Sheldon and Emma Lewis Davis; and brothers, Tildon and William Davis. He was a retired Army veteran and was awarded the Purple Heart for his service during the Korean Conflict. He was retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation. Surviving are two sons, Jim Allen Chaney Sr. of Bassett, and Wayne Paige Henderson of Gloucester; a daughter, Sharon H. Peters of Rocky Mount; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today at Flora Funeral Chapel with the Revs. Winston Crichlow and Bud Nichols officiating. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethany United Methodist Church Building Fund, 3329 Henry Road, Ferrum, Va. 24088.


 


 

Johnson, Albert

Funeral services for Mr. Albert (Mike) Johnson will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, July 6, 2009 at First Baptist Church, 236 Harrison Street, Petersburg, Va. The Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, Pastor, the Rev. Betty Jackson, Officiating. Interment to follow at Little Church Street Cemetery with Military Honors. The family will assemble at 10 a.m. at 248 Spottswood Drive, Petersburg, the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 862-2581. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Johnson online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.


 


 

Jones, Virginia

will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Cape Charles Cemetery with the Rev. Elizabeth A. Lutz and the Rev. Jack D. Pruitt officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Capeville United Methodist Church, c/o H.H. Scott Jr., 4301 Townsend Drive, Cape Charles, VA 23310. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, . Arrangements by Wilkins-Doughty Funeral Home, Cape Charles., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Jordan, Leslie

s will be held Monday at 3:30 p.m. in the Nixon Family Cemetery. Swindell Funeral and Cremation Services is in charge.


 


 

Kennard W. Luther 

Jul 5, 2009 Kennard Wayne Luther, 67, of Fieldale, died Friday, July 3, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was born in Carroll County to James Olen Luther and Lola Jane Meyers Luther. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James C. Luther, and a sister, Frieda Richardson. He was a member of the Collinsville Church of the Brethren. Surviving are his wife, Jean B. Luther of the home; a son, David Luther of Ridgeway; a daughter, Robin Whitlow of Fieldale; three brothers, Odell Luther, Homer Luther and Dennis Luther, all of Fieldale; four sisters, Janice Wilson, Ineda Hart and Nancy Motley, all of Fieldale, and Lois Edwards of Martinsville; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Collinsville Church of the Brethren with Pastor Roy McVey officiating. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Hillsville. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the church, 553 John Redd Blvd., Collinsville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

King, James Edward

James Edward King, age 91 of North Tazewell, Va., died peacefully Sun., June 28, 2009 at Heritage Hall in Tazewell, Va., with his family by his side. Born Oct. 9, 1917 in Lockgelly, W.Va., he was a son of the late Walter and Violet King. He grew up in West Virginia, graduated from Oak Hill High School in 1936 and worked at various jobs during his teen years. He married Edith Rone Ferguson on Jan. 28, 1938. They had five children and shared 59 beautiful years together. James and Edith moved to North Tazewell in 1938 and he worked for Pocahontas Fuel Company from 1937 until 1953. He then went to work as a mail carrier for the North Tazewell Post Office from 1953 until his retirement in 1977. He was a founding member of Fincastle Baptist Church in Tazewell, a member of the Tazewell Masonic Lodge #62 AF & AM, having received his 60 yr. pin, a charter member of the North Tazewell Lions Club, and was an avid supporter of Tazewell High School sports, receiving life time admission to all THS Athletic events. He was a loving husband, wonderful father, proud grandfather, and dear friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by two infant sisters, Edythe King and Lorraine King; one brother, Bill King; and two grandsons, Bryan Scott Lee Blackburn and Jason McKinley Blackburn. Survivors are his children, Margaret Benson and husband, Bill, Faye Mundy and husband, John, all of North Tazewell, Va., J.E. King, Jr. and wife, Christine, of Abingdon, Va., Renny King and wife, Linda, of Bristol, Tenn., and Darlene Blackburn and husband, Jerry, of Tazewell, Va.; grandchildren, John Mundy, Jr. and wife, Joy, of North Tazewell, Va., Missy Richardson of Houston, Texas, Mandy Newman and husband, Mike, of Lenoir City, Tenn., Jimmy King, III and wife, Sherry, of Bristol, Va., Tina Blankenship and husband, Chris, of North Tazewell, Va., Lindsay Powers and husband, Church, of Greenville, S.C., and Addie Blackburn of Tazewell, Va.; great grandchildren are Natasha Blankenship and Nick Blankenship of North Tazewell, Va., Brittany Mundy and Jamie Mundy of Catlett, Va., Lance Mullins of Tazewell, Va., Morgan Newman of Lenoir City, Tenn., Jordan King, Kalyn King, and Ty King of Bristol, Va.; step granddaughter, Ady Ross of North Tazewell, Va.; great great granddaughter, Hannah Brown of Catlett, Va.; three sisters-in-law, Ruth Ferguson and Nancy Ferguson, both of Tiffin, Ohio, and Virginia King of Seffner, Fla.; many nieces, nephews, and close friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wed., July 1, 2009 at the Fincastle Baptist Church in Tazewell, Va., with the Rev. J.C. Steele officiating. Burial will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, Va. Grandsons, John Muncy, Jr., Jimmy King, Ty King, Lance Mullins, Chris Blankenship, Mike Newman, and Nick Blankenship will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Paul Brewster, Ray Wimmer, Jess Peery, Bob Surber, Harley Shaull, Peery Allison and Ike Dailey. The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Tues., June 30, 2009 at Peery & St.Clair Funeral Home in Tazewell, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to TASK-Taking Action for Special Kids, P.O. Box 877, North Tazewell, VA 24630.


 


 

King, Patricia

Patricia Ann Rhodes King, 64, of Rural Retreat died Sunday, June 28, 2009, at her home. Funeral services were held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, at the Lindsey Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Richard Gregory officiating. A private committal service will be held Wednesday at Rosewood Memorial Gardens. Born in Wythe County on Jan. 13, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Charles Walter Rhodes and Lena Martin Hash Collins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garnett Lee King; her step-mother, Florence Rhodes; and a sister, Rhonda Rhodes-Brown. Survivors include a son and his wife, Eric and Christie King of Wytheville; two brothers, Randy Rhodes of North Carolina and Rick Rhodes of Florida; two half brothers, Jimmy Collins of Wisconsin and Dale Collins of Wytheville; two half sisters, Sharon Sexton of Wytheville and Cathy Collins of Mouth of Wilson; aunts and uncles, Vance and Peggy Hash of Rural Retreat, Clara and Norman Jacoby of Timonium, Md., and Betty and Bob Monroe of Atkin, Minn.; several nieces, nephews and cousins, including special niece Theresa Dix; and best friends, Juanita Furr, Debbie Akers and Mary Rhodes. The family suggests that those who prefer may make memorials to the Rural Retreat Volunteer Emergency Services. Lindsey Funeral Home in Rural Retreat is in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

King, Robert Glenn

s. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Kinsey Sr., Ray Arthur

s will be conducted from Boones Mill Christian Church 11 a.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Stewart Royce officiating. Interment will follow in the Mountain View Memorial Park. His family will be receiving friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Flora Funeral Service, South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. www, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Knight, Henry

Henry W. Knight CHESAPEAKE - Henry Woodrow Wilson Knight, "Peter," of the 100 block of Nancy Drive, died July 2, 2009. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Holy Trinity Church, Raleigh Ave., Suffolk. Harris Funeral Home is in charge.


 


 

Lasala, Estela Francisco

Estela Francisco Lasala, age 84 of Claypool Hill, Va., formerly of the Philippines, now rests in the infinite warmth and embrace of Our Lord. She returned to her God and Creator on June 5, 2009. Born on March 9, 1925 and preceded in death to Benito A. Francisco and Remedios Rodecillas; preceded in death by husband, Vivencio V. Lasala and one daughter, Eunice F. Lasala. She was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church in Richlands and La Carlota Evangelical Church in the Philippines. She is survived by daughter, Louella L. Motos and husband, Ramon, of Claypool Hill with whom she resided, Roxanne L. Chan and husband, Carlo, Sharyn L. Fajardo and husband, Patricio, all of California; son, Edsel Lasala and wife, Beam, of the Philippines; grandchildren, Rosel A. Moore and husband, Jeffrey, Jerel Motos, Renelle Sutton and husband, Kyle, Carla Tupas and husband, Alexis, Nicole Fajardo, Jacqueline Fajardo and Tatiana Lasala; great grandchildren, Tyler, Allain, Caileigh and Cullin; sisters, Lourdes Delgado and Benita Rodriguez; brothers, Exequil Francisco Nonato and Norman Francisco; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 9:00 a.m. Thurs., June 11, 2009 at La Carlota Evangelical Church. Interment followed in the La Carlota Memorial Park at 11:00 a.m. Presidential Chapel, Rolling Hills Memorial Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Gethsemane Baptist Church, 2902 Clinch Street, Richlands, VA 24641 or La Carlota Evangelical Church, c/o Mrs. Louella Motos, 461 Star Street, Pounding Mill, VA 24637. Obituary information submitted by Singleton Funeral Service, Cedar Bluff, Va.


 


 

Layman, Janie Salvatore

s will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at Lotz Salem Chapel, with the Rev. Kelly Dampeer officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Long, Beverly Anne

Beverly Anne (Bev) Long, 63, of Salem, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 2, 2009. She was a dedicated RN at the Virginia Veterans Care Center in Roanoke. Preceding her in death were her parents, Ralph and Beverly Printz. Her surviving family includes her god-daughter, Monica Bennett; special friends, Ernestine Bennett, Rhona Langridge, Veronica Bennett, and Nila Gray; many special co-workers and residents at the VA Care Center who loved her dearly; and her beloved pet, Megan. A celebration of her life is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to the Salem Animal Shelter, 1301 Indiana Street, Salem, Virginia 24153. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Long family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Long Sr., Ralph Woodrow

Ralph Woodrow Long Sr., 85, of Blacksburg, went to be with his Lord, Friday, July 3, 2009. He was born in Rumpus, Va. on April 14, 1924 to the late Clarence and Roxie Price Long and was also preceded in death by four brothers, Edward Long, Clem Long, Emmett Long, Hubert Long and two sisters, Ora Tuck and Cordie Linkous. Ralph was a member of the Fairview Community Church. Ralph was drafted into the Army in March 1943 and was sent to Camp Plattsburg, NY for basic training. He was part of a special unit of combat engineers and was assigned to the 51st Combat Engineer Battalion. The unit was eventually shipped to Oran, North Africa. They traveled across the desert to Casa Blanca. Next, he was shipped to England for training for the invasion of Europe. He was a demolition expert in the US Army and landed on Omaha Beach at 6:30 a.m. June 6, 1944. He fought through the hedge rows to St. Lo. November of 1944 was the worst winter in 25 years and the US Army had slowed their offenses. On December 19, 1944 the Germans attacked with 200,000 men, trucks, tanks and artillery and Ralph's unit was given the order from headquarters to hold the line. There are two bronze plaques in Belgium commemorating the valor of Ralph's unit for stopping the Germans during these battles. The battle that they were engaged in is known as The Battle of the Bulge. By the end of January they had regained all the lost territory and by February 1945 they were in Remagen, a Rhine River Town. The Germans had retreated but there was one bridge not blown. The US military used this bridge to establish a bridge head across the Rhine. During this period the 51st combat engineers built the first pontoon bridge across the Rhine River under heavy artillery and airplane attacks. The Germans used a jet airplane for the first time in combat. They fought on through Germany towards Austria and was the first combat unit to cross the Danube River., s will be conducted Monday, July 6, 2009 at 11 a.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jimmie Lee Price, Rocky Huff and Curtis Montgomery officiating. Interment will follow in the Zack Price-James R. Long Memorial Cemetery, Prices Fork. Friends may call any time after 12 noon Sunday and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Luther, Kennard Wayne

will be held 2 p.m. in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Hillsville, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the , P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. Bassett Funeral Service is serving the family of Mr. Luther., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Maides, Virginia Laughlin (Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Virginia Laughlin MAIDES Mama Gin, Wonderful Mother,, Grandmother and Friend, What a presence you were in this world and in our lives., Thank you., Loved and Forever Missed by Your Family, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

McCoy, Donna Kay

s. The McCoy Family is being served by the Memorial Funeral Directory & Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

McCullough, Margaret Smith

will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2009, at Lexington Baptist Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

McKee, Hunter R.

Hunter R. McKee, 95, formerly of Glade Spring, died on June 29, 2009 in Cross Keys Village Community in New Oxford, Pa. He was the son of the late Roy M. McKee Sr. and Lula Mountain McKee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ida Marie Pearce McKee. Survivors include his children, Nancy V. Lafferty and her husband, Jim, and David M. McKee and his wife, Carol; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service was conducted in Mt. Olivet Cemetery on Friday, July 3, at 3 p.m. with Father Paul Meir officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Soaring Eagle, P.O. Box 879, Billings, Mont. 59103. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleys.com. Bradley's Funeral Chapel of Chilhowie was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Morris Jr., William H.

William "Bill" Henry Morris Jr., 85, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Wednesday July 1, 2009 at the Medical College of Virginia. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2009 in Immanuel Baptist Church, 620 Lafayette Avenue, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 with the Rev. David M. Prather and the Reverend Fred K. Adkins officiating. Interment Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George, Va. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard with an American Legion service starting at 3 p.m. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to the Immanuel Baptist Church Building Fund. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.


 


 

Neel, Lessie Dunford Holmes

Lessie Dunford Holmes Neel, 92, died on June 26, 2009. She was at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon. She was born July 28, 1916 in Bear Wallow to the late Jacob and Christine Dunford. She was the last of her immediate family of 13 children. She was also preceded in death by first husband, Robert M. Holmes, who was the father of her children, and her second husband, Richard Neel. She was a long-time member of Midway Chapel Church in Saltville. Survivors include her two sons, Harless Holmes and wife, Peggy, of Meadowview, and Thurman "Buddy" Holmes and wife, Grace, of Bristol; three daughters, Annie M. Garza of Saltville, Clara Felty and husband, Bacel, of Bristol, and Gladys Handley and husband John, of Glade Spring; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, at Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Kenny Gilbert officiating. Burial followed in Mount Rose Cemetery in Glade Spring. The family received friends Monday from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers were the grandsons, great-grandsons, and members of the family. Flowers are appreciated or memorial donation may be made to Midway Chapel. Online condolences may be made at drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Nelson, Julia

Julia Skinner Nelson LYNN HAVEN, Fla. - Julia Skinner Nelson, 73, formerly of Edenton, N.C., died July 3, 2009. Mrs. Nelson was the daughter of Helen Williams Skinner and was the wife of Norman Denver Nelson. Ms. Nelson was a member of Emerald Coast Fellowship and a member of Bandon Chapel Church for 30 years. She was a devoted mother, a loving grandmother, a strong willed and a good Christian woman, and a friend to all. Survivors include her two daughters, Vickie Harrell and her husband Roy and Sheryl Key, both of Panama City, Fla.; three grandchildren, Caitlin Harrell, Blake Byrum and Morgan Key. A celebration of Ms. Nelson's life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, in Bandon Chapel with the Rev. Kenneth Wallace officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and other times at the home of Barbara and Cal Goodwin, 142 Bowens Road, Edenton, NC 27932. Evans Funerals and Cremations of Edenton is serving the Nelson family., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Neugent, Ethel C.

Ethel Mae Cornett Neugent, 66, of Speedwell died Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Funeral service was held Friday, July 3, at 2 p.m. at Speedwell United Methodist Church with the Rev. Doug Stuart officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. She was the daughter of the late Arlyn and Della Hale Cornett. She was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Cornett. Survivors include a son, Marvin Neugent of Wytheville; a sister, Mary Richardson of Speedwell; a sister-in-law, Ella Cornett of Roanoke; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Speedwell United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Lea Horney, 1266 St. Peter's Rd., Speedwell, VA 24374. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Newman, William E.

will be held 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Massaponax Baptist Church with the Rev. David Hockney officiating. Interment will follow at Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his name to the Mary Washington Hospice, 5012 Southpoint Parkway, Fredericksburg, Va. 22407. Online condolences may be expressed to Bill's family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Norris Jr., Jackie Lee

Jackie Lee Norris Jr., 32, died Monday, June 29, 2009 at Lonesome Pine Hospital in Big Stone Gap. Survivors include two sons, Robert Norris and Cody Norris of Saltville; daughter, Janice Norris of Starusburg; parents, Jackie and Polly Norris of Saltville; two sisters, Charity Rouse and husband, Clifton, of Glade Spring, and Angela Norris, and Ben Terry of Chilhowie; brother, Cory Norris of Saltville; and one niece and several nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 2, at Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Barry Loupe officiating. Burial followed in the Elizabeth Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers were Cory Norris, Doug Haga, Eric Haynes, Steve Moore, Perry Flinchum, and George Norris. Online condolences may be sent at drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Norsia Gould 

Jul 5, 2009 Norsia Gould, 91, of Georgia and formerly of Martinsville, died Friday, July 3, 2009, at Heritage Health Care in Liburn, Ga. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Hairston Funeral Home. 


 


 

Osborne, Jerry Dean

Jerry Dean Osborne, 66, died on June 29, 2009 at this home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nancy and Melvin Osborne, brothers, Merle and Wayne, and a sister, June Chapman. Survivors include his wife, Brenda B. Osborne; daughter, Tina O. Frye of Seven Mile Ford; granddaughters, Kara and Kelly Frye of Seven Mile Ford; brother, Robert Osborne of Marion; sister, Violet Henderson of Saltville; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, in D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Surber and the Rev. Willis Osborne officiating. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service. Graveside services and military rites by the Marion V.F. W. post were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in Elizabeth Cemetery. Pallbearers were family and friends. Online condolences may be sent to drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

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Parker, William

celebrating Bill's life will be 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Pastors Sam Belisle and Harry Miller officiating. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Patterson, Jeannette Weaver

s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Monday, July 6, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by the Rev. J. Michael Palmer, the Rev. Owen Stultz, and the Rev. David Shumate. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Pearman, Catherine Thore

s will be conducted 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Peebles Sr., Rochelle

as a mail supervisor with Norfolk Naval Shipyard where he received numerous superior performance awards. He was also the former owner and operator of Palmer's Grocery. He was a member of St. John Baptist Church, Portsmouth. He is survived by his devoted wife, Joyce A. Peebles; three daughters, Deborah P. Hoggard, Karen D. Frost (Carlton), Kimberly D. Peebles; six sons, Rochelle L. Peebles Jr. (Brenda), Leslie Peebles, Ronald L. Peebles Jr. (Karen), Keith M. Peebles (Lynnette), Kevin G. Peebles (Andrea), Wayne M. Peebles; two sisters, Jester P. Smithwick (John) and Evora P. Wingate, both of Portsmouth; two brothers, Henderson Peebles (Gloria) of New York and Hurley L. Peebles Jr. (Peggy) of Portsmouth; 15 grandchildren and 18 great- grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Blanche P. Stockton (Molly) and brother-in-law, Benjamin Stockton. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St. John Baptist Church, with the Rev. Robert L. Earls Sr. presiding. Burial will be held in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. Viewing will begin Monday at noon. The family will be at the residence. The body will be in the church Tuesday at 10 a.m. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., is in charge., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Pendleton, John R.

s 3 p.m. Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Moody Funeral Home Chapel., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Perdue, Minnie and James (Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Minnie & James PERDUE Dear Mom & Dad,, As I sit here writing this letter, I can hardly see for the tears. I have never been back by our old home place, but in my mind I have a vision of your beautiful garden. Dad and the nice green beans & large red tomatoes you cared for so tenderly. And Mom the beautiful cans of vegetables you so carefully canned even though your hands were stricken with arthritis & you could not seal your jars. Dad my heart broke the day you were taken away. And when you, Mom, had to leave us, my heart broke in a million pieces. I love you both so much. I will never forget one little thing about you. Miss you so much., Daughter Liz, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Perry, Harvey Patrick

at 7p.m. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the or the Salvation Army. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Peters III, William

Captain William (Bill) Jasper Peters III, age 75, USNR (Retired) joined his Lord and Savior at 8:50 p.m., June 24, 2009. Since his marriage in 2007, Bill had lived with his wife, Mary Sue Newsome, in Pulaski, Va. The earthly cause of Bill's passing was lung disease, which had caused him to reside in the Pulaski Community Hospital intermittently for the last six months. Born in Bluefield, W.Va., Bill traveled and lived in various locations with his parents before settling in his mother's south-western Virginia town of Richlands where he attended Richlands High School and graduated in 1952. He next attended the University of Richmond for 2 years before entering the United States Naval Academy where he graduated in 1958 with a degree in General Engineering. Upon graduation, Bill was commissioned as an Ensign USN, married Carolyn Holmes of Alexandria, Va., and deployed aboard a Norfolk based Navy supply ship. He was accepted into the submarine program and transferred to New London, Conn., to undergo training. After submarine school, Bill was assigned to the USS Carp. Serving three years of active duty on The Carp in which he held several progressively responsible positions, Bill shifted to the Naval Reserve to pursue a civilian career working on and with the Submarine Navy. Back in civilian life, Bill accepted a position as an engineer specializing in submarine navigation with the Applied Physics laboratory (APL) of The Johns Hopkins University. He remained in the employ of APL for the next 36 years, pursuing a myriad of different submarine related projects. Evaluation of the navigation subsystem of the Polaris Submarine fleet was his first assignment. His efforts here were rewarded by his appointment as the project supervisor. Wearing a double hat as supervisor, Bill also became the project manager for LONARS (LOran NAvigation Receiving System), a task that Bill dearly loved and enjoyed. LONARS enabled the Loran C Navigation system, state of the art signal processing, and improved navigation accuracy by a factor of five. Thus enabling Naval ships to more precisely know their position and enabling civilian vessels to better perform many under-seas charting functions. The second half of Bill's career at APL centered on an evolving series of submarine ballistic weapon system - evaluation program management assignments, starting with the Polaris and Poseidon systems and culminating with the overall direction of the APL Trident I and Trident II evaluation programs. Linked with this latter effort was another of Bill's fun jobs, a job that he truly enjoyed. That was the management of the United Kingdom Polaris and Trident II DASO (Demonstration And Shakedown Operations) tests and evaluation efforts. These operations take place at Cape Canaveral, Fla., and in limited scope in the waters off the United Kingdom. Based on verifying that each submarine is ready in all aspects to deploy on an operational patrol, Bill thoroughly enjoyed working with the officers and men of the British Navy and applying lessons learned on the US systems, to similar but different systems that were built in the United Kingdom. During his early days at APL, Bill managed to make time available while working, traveling and raising his family to acquire a Masters Degree in Numerical Science from The Johns Hopkins University. Based on his performance at APL, he was recognized by The Johns Hopkins University as a member of APL's Principal Staff, which is the equivalent of being an Associate or Full professor on the University staff. While pursuing his career in the Naval Reserves, Bill progressed upwards, retiring in 1988 as a Captain. Throughout his career, Bill was known as a hard working, conscious, persistent worker and supervisor with a fair and gracious attitude towards peers and subordinates. Throughout his life, he was known as a person with a warm heart and a man of his word. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Mary Sue Newsome-Peters, of Pulaski, Va. Bill was predeceased by his first wife, Carolyn, and is survived by his daughter, Virginia Tadvick, of Mooresville, N.C., her husband, Gary, and their children, Jonathan and Elizabeth; his step daughter, Susan Lundy, and her husband, Kenny, of Pulaski, Va., their daughter, Tara, and husband, Jason Batten, and two great grandchildren, Conner and Zach Batten; his step son, Brooks Newsome and his wife, Alyson, of Fairhope, Ala., and their children, Jacob and Blayne. Visitation was held at Thomas M. Seagle & Sons Funeral Home in Pulaski from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sat., June 27, 2009. Funeral Services were held at First United Methodist Church Sun., June 28, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. with the Reverend Hugh Kilgore officiating. Reception at the church Family Life Center followed. Final burial services will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his memory to the First United Methodist Church Missions Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.seaglefuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Thomas M. Seagle & Sons, Pulaski.


 


 

Phillips, Minerva Hollandsworth

Minerva Hollandsworth Phillips, 75, of Floyd, passed away Saturday July 4, 2009. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Quesenberry, Avis Blane

will be held Monday July 6, 2009 at 11 a.m. from Stevens Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Vinton Quesenberry officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Pulaski. Visiting will be Sunday evening from the funeral home, where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. The family will be meeting at the residence of the son and daughter-in-law, David and Doris Quesenberry, 5624 Thornspring Road, Pulaski. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Rachid, Julia

and was also a member of the NARFE. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond A. Rachid. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Mark Rachid, Jeff Rachid, Danny Rachid and Chris Rachid; brother, Richard T. Banks; sister, Mary Horner; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and beloved nieces, nephews and friends. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2009, in St. Matthews Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Pham Thuy. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Rae, Mary

will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, in St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Alexandria. She will be interned at Arlington National Cemetery, alongside her husband, at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3. Memorials may be directed to the Guilford Battle Chapter DAR, 7926 Highfill Road, Summerfield, NC 27358 or to Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 North Randolph St., Suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Rayner, Muriel

will be held Tuesday, July 7, in J.T. Fisher Funeral Services Chapel, Chesapeake. 


 


 

Reid, Linden Justice

s will be held at 10 a.m. at Lotz Funeral Home Chapel in Salem. Interment will follow at the Eagle Rock Baptist Cemetery in Eagle Rock, Va., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Reynolds, Margaret Bunch (In-Memoriam)

The Family of Margaret Bunch Reynolds, Nancy, Helen and Bill, Would Like To Invite All Friends, Classmates, and Relations To Attend A Memorial Celebration of Maggie's Life on Saturday, August 1, 2009 in the Presidential Suite at The Hilton Garden Inn in Suffolk Beginning at 6 PM. For Information Contact Bill at 276-988-6476., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Rhodes, Ashley

, the family invites everyone back to the funeral home for a time of fellowship and refreshments. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Rhymer, James Larry

in Salem, Va., Make a memorial contribution  


 


 

Richardson Jr., George (In-Memoriam)

The family of the late George Richardson Jr. would like to thank everyone for your love and support during our time of bereavement. Thank you. The Richardson Family, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Robinson, Sharon J.

Sharon Jean Robinson, 55, of 237 North Carolina Ave., Petersburg, died July 3, 2009 at her residence. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. www.blandenterprisesinc.com.


 


 

Rodgers, Myrtle

of remembrance will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, in Corinth Chapel United Church of Christ. T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home Inc. is charge. 


 


 

Rose, Donnie

. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution 


 


 

Russell, Frances Halbert

Frances Halbert Russell, 94, of Winchester, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009, in a local nursing facility. She was born in 1915 in Staunton, the daughter of the late Colonel Ted G. and Massie Russell. She was a retired chemistry professor with Shenandoah University, Winchester, and formerly with Marion College and Roanoke College. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, the Winchester Women's Civic League, Winchester Stamp Club and Winchester Pilot Club. She was a graduate of Mary Baldwin receiving a Bachelor of Science in chemistry, and the University of North Carolina where she received a Masters Degree. Survivors include her niece, Rusty Dodd, and her husband, Richard, of Star Tannery. A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Monday at First Presbyterian Church, Boyd Chapel, with the Rev. Richard Riefsnyder officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 10 until 11 a.m., at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind, E. Beverly Street, Staunton, VA 24401. Sign the guestbook and view obituary at www.ompsfuneralhome.com. Omps Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Ruth Hodnett 

Jul 5, 2009 Ruth Hodnett, 91, of Kings Grant in Martinsville, died Friday, July 3, 2009. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Norris Funeral Service and Crematory. 


 


 

Santiago, Francisco C.

Francisco C. Santiago, 79, of Roanoke, Va., was called home late Thursday evening, on July 2, 2009, by the Lord. He was born on September 14, 1929. He is survived by his wife, Julia; and four children, daughter, Maria Williams and husband, Lawrence, of Roanoke, daughter, Luisa Sublett, of Salem, son, Francisco Santiago and wife, Nora, of Tampa, Fla., daughter, Teresa Zuniga and husband, Gilbert, of Roanoke; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He will be sadly missed. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel & Crematory, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Scott, Shirley A.

s will be held 2p.m. Monday at Oakey's South Chapel with Chaplain Kathy Hull officiating. Entombment will follow in the Chapel of Light Mausoleum in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Oakey's South Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the . Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Seneff, William

William Mabrey Seneff NORFOLK - William Mabrey Seneff, born Sept. 14, 1924, died July 2, 2009. He was the beloved husband and devoted father of four. A veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict, he retired from the U.S. Navy Reserve after 25 years as lieutenant commander. He earned a degree in electrical engineering, Iowa State 1945, worked for 40 years as salesman, marketing expert and executive. He retired to the Norfolk area in 1986 and was active in volunteering at Emmanuel Episcopal Church and Counselors to America's Small Business (SCORE). Bill was an avid sports fan and cherished daily walks to neighborhood spots like the Lunch Box, but his true love was spending time with his wife Shirley and large extended family. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley Seneff of Norfolk and four children, Charlotte Anne Wild (Bolingbrook, Ill.), Pamela Jo Nelson-Abadie (Norfolk), Connie Ruth Buechele (Innsbrook, Mo.), and Michael Geren Seneff (Chevy Chase, Md.) He also was the grandfather of 13 and great-grandfather to six. A celebration of Bill's life will be held Wednesday, July 6, at 10:30 a.m. in Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 5181 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are sent to Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Sheppard, Thomas Jackson

Thomas Jackson Sheppard, 80, died Monday, June 29, 2009 at his daughter's home in Marion. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nannie Sheppard, parents, Margie and Thomas Sheppard, brothers, Van Sheppard and Sam Sheppard. Survivors include his sons, Mark Sheppard and fiancée, Kim, of Abingdon, and Oaksey Rickman and wife, Donna, of Meadowview; daughter, Rose Alexander and husband, Bob, of Marion; four sisters, Betty Cornett, Evelyn Lee, Mary Weir and husband, Scott, all of Saltville, and Hilda Cannon and husband, Johnny, of Glade Spring; brother, Roy Lee Sheppard of Saltville; five grandchildren, Victoria, Julie, Audrey, Adrienne, and Justin; two great-grandchildren, Haylee, and Emilee; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, at Henderson Funeral Home with Pastor Phillip Harris officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Rose Cemetery in Glade Spring. The family received friends Tuesday from 7 until 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Short, Shirley

will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, July 6, in Olive Branch Cemetery by Chaplain Charles Leavitt of Bon Secours Hospitals. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Simmons, Warren Danny

The family of the late Warren Danny Simmons wishes to express sincere appreciation for the many acts of kindness we have received after his loss. To all those who have sent messages of sympathy, floral arrangements and food, and to those who have visited at home, at the funeral home and the funeral, we are very grateful. We would also like to thank those who have sent contributions to Saunders Grove Church of the Brethren. We also appreciate the work of the staff at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. We will never forget the kindness and support we have received during this difficult time. Mrs. Carol Simmons and Family, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Smith, Nellie Barker

Nellie Barker Smith, 79, died Friday, June 26, 2009 at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tenn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul F. Smith. She was a member of the Marion First Church of God and retired from Harwood Manufacturing after 42 years of service. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed. Survivors include one daughter, Diane S. Eller of Marion; two sisters, Allene Roop and husband, Howard, of Bristol, Goldie Carpenter, and husband, Coy, of Marion; two grandchildren, Richard K. Keesling Jr. of Marion, and Paula Harvey, and husband, Rocco, of Cookeville, Tenn.; one great-grandchild, Kyleigh E. Harvey; special friend, James Cline of Marion; several nieces and nephews; and special pet, LeeRoy. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, June 27, at 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with the Rev. Bill McCollian officiating. Graveside services were conducted on Sunday at 2 p.m. at Rose Lawn cemetery. The family received friends Saturday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown.com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Smith, Roger Allen

will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at 10 a.m. at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. Those wishing to make charitable donations may consider the Roanoke County Rescue Squad, at 5925 Cove Road in Roanoke, Va. 24019. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Smith family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Snider, Dorothy Salyers

at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Bob Bishop officiating. Interment will follow at Ross Cemetery in Newport, Va. Online condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Stainback, Eva J.

Eva Jane "Judy" Stainback, 56, of Colonial Heights, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009. Born in Pittsylvania County, Va., she was the daughter of the late Edgar Lee Talbott, Jr. and Teeco Dalton Talbott. Judy was preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Ann Morton and Mary Susan Pitts. She is survived by her daughter, Angel Stainback Avery and husband, Chris of Chesterfield; son, Jonathan Stainback of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; grandchildren, Casey Avery and Abbey Avery; sisters, Beatrice Ann Frick, Janie Lee Edmonds, Ruby Frances Boyd, Rosemarie Blake, Rebekkah Mast, and Debra Ann Talbott; brothers, Oscar Lee Dalton, Herbert Alvin Talbott and Edgar Lee Talbott, III; numerous nieces and nephews; and a devoted friend, Mitch Anderson. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Dr. Ivan Perkinson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.


 


 

Stevens, Samuel

s will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Church of Christ. The family will receive friends Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home. 


 


 

Stone, Harry Richardson

Harry Richardson Stone, formerly of Roanoke, Va., passed away on June 20, 2009, at the age of 94. He died in Spokane, Wash. Harry was born in Lunenberg County, Va., on August 18, 1914. He proudly served his country in the Army 176th Infantry in the European theater in World War II. Harry landed on Utah Beach as part of the 1944 D-Day invasion and served in France, Belgium and Germany before returning to the United States in 1945. He married Lucille Horne in 1946, and they lived and worked in Northern Virginia for many years. In 1971, they retired and moved to Lake James, N.C., where they founded Stone Realty Company. Harry helped found and was first president of the McDowell Board of Realtors and was active in the Rotary Club in Marion, N.C. After enjoying life on Lake James for many years, Harry and Lucille retired again and moved to Roanoke, Va. In 1996, they moved to Spokane to live near their only daughter and granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, C. Hubert Horne and his wife, Louise S. Horne. Harry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lucille Horne Stone, of Spokane; daughter, Linda Stone, of Spokane; granddaughter, Tegra Stone Nuess, of Seattle; and sister, Lillie Griffith, of South Hill, Va.; nephew and wife, Rev. Richard H. and Patricia K. Horne, Christiansburg, Va.; great-niece and husband, Heather Leveta Horne and Eric Brown, of Orlando, Fla.; great-nephew and family, Brian R.H. Horne and wife, Amy H. Horne, and their children, Rachel, Grayce, Quinn and Makenna, Christiansburg, Va. The family wishes to express its appreciation to Patti Johnson and her special team of caregivers for their caring assistance. Burial will take place in Christiansburg at a later date. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Stump, Edith F.

Edith F. Stump, 88, widow of George H. Stump, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at her home in Marion. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sybil Stump; three sisters, Virginia Dunford, Alice Brooks and Clara Bell Morrison; four brothers, Rader, Howard, Garland and Talmage Fortner. Survivors include one brother, Sam Fortner of Marion; four nieces, Katherine Ann Carr of Elliott City, Md., Phyllis Falland of Mt. Airy, Md., Judy Testerman and husband, J.C., of Marion and Sharon Ogburn of Roanoke; three nephews, Claude Brooks Jr. of Wytheville, Gene Huff of Chilhowie, and Conley Dunford Jr. of Glen Burnie, Md.; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, July 2, at 7 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with the Rev. Mike Teague officiating. A private burial will be held at a later date in Glenwood Cemetery, Bristol, Tenn. The family received friends Thursday from 6 p.m. until the time of service at Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown.com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Trueblood, Linwood

Linwood W. Trueblood HERTFORD - Linwood Washington Trueblood, 83, of Albemarle Village and formerly of Lake Road, died July 4, 2009. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Swindell Funeral Home Chapel.


 


 

Turner Sr., James

James A. Turner Sr. SURRY - James A. Turner Sr., 72, passed away July 2, 2009. A funeral will be held at noon Tuesday in Shivers Funeral Chapel, Smithfield.


 


 

Twiford Sr., William

will be held Tuesday at 4 p.m. in Harvest Assembly of God. Fitchett Funeral Home is in charge.


 


 

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WRIGHT, James "Ben", 86, of Mechanicsville, a native of Oklahoma City, Okla., passed away July 1, 2009. He was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Barbara J. Wright. He is survived by his daughter, Jaime Wright Stefan, Ph.D. and husband, Fred A. Nunziata, of Mechanicsville; son, Steven M. Wright, M.C.J. and wife, Leslie, of Dillon, Colo., and their two children, Christie Cox and husband, Kris, of Denver, and Lauren M. Wright of Dillon, Colo.; and several other family members, including his former wife, Margene Walker. Mr. Wright was a retired executive from Lee Way Motor Freight, Oklahoma City, Okla., and then retired from his own freight consultant company. He is a graduate of Oklahoma City University and Newman College. He was a charter member of the Christ the King Parish Knights of Columbus Council and a Fourth Degree Knight. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of WWII and U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict. Ben was a grief counselor for hospice in Oklahoma City with his therapy dog, Lady. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer, Mechanicsville. Interment of his cremated remains will take place in Resurrection Memorial Cemetery, Oklahoma City, Okla. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the .


 


 

Vass Jr., Richard

Richard A. Vass Jr. RALEIGH - Richard Alexander "Rick" Vass Jr., 57, of the 4700 block of Hollowell Lane, died June 30, 2009, in a Durham, N.C., VA hospital. Mr. Vass was born in Portsmouth Feb. 9, 1952 and a disabled veteran. He graduated from I.C. Norcom High School in 1970 and attended Norfolk State University before serving in the U.S. Air Force. He was predeceased by his father, Richard Alexander Vass Sr. Survivors include his wife, Cynthia Vass; two daughters, LaKitia Covington and Yolanda Covington; a son, Kevin Covington; his mother, Doris Jean Vass; three brothers, Howard (JoAnn) Vass, Larry (Wilma) Vass, Vincent (Odessa) Vass; several grandchildren, uncles, aunts and cousins. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Fayetteville, N.C. Carlton L. Gray Funeral Home, (919)231-6120, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Violet M. Ray 

Jul 5, 2009 A graveside service for Violet Marie Sifford Ray, 71, of Patrick Springs, who died June 30, 2009, was held Friday at Providence United Methodist Church cemetery. The Revs. Jack Foley and Trent Wall officiated. Pallbearers were Junior Gilley, J.W. Gilley, Johnny Martin, John Law, Connie Plaster and Gary Martin. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Walter L. Nunley 

Jul 5, 2009 The funeral for Walter L. Nunley, 80, of Fieldale, who died June 30, 2009, was held Friday at Amazing Grace Baptist Church with Pastor Greg Hodges, Minister Don Kendrick and the Rev. Bobby Rakes officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Brandon Suary, Billy Howell, Danny Howell, Chris Coleman, Adam Roop and David Smith. Bassett Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Ward, James

will be followed by a reception in the church fellowship hall. The church is completely handicapped accessible. The cremains will be returned to the Ward Family plot in the Cape Charles Cemetery at a later date. The family welcomes memorial contributions to UMVIM, SEJ (United Methodist Volunteers In Mission, Southeastern Jurisdiction), 315 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Suite 750, Decatur, GA 30030 or a charity of choice. Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home and Crematory, Gloucester Point., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Webb, Charles

will be Monday at 12:30 p.m. in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham St., is in charge.


 


 

Welch Jr., George Skillen

s will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, July 6, 2009, at the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Rev. Brian Clingenpeel officiating. Interment will follow in Springwood Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 5, 2009, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

West-Bey, Charles

Charles West-Bey, 20, of 721 Hallwood Farm Drive, Richmond, Va., died this life suddenly Friday night in Prince George County. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr., Funeral Director. www.blandenterprisesinc.com.


 


 

Wheby, Reed J.

will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the St. Andrews Cemetery in Roanoke, Virginia. A Christian Wake Service will be held Sunday, 5:30 p.m. at the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton. A time of sharing and gathering will follow at the funeral home from 6 until 8 p.m. for friends and family. Family and friends are welcomed to share messages of love and concerns via, . In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to the World War Those Who Served Museum, 1500 West Main Street, Princeton WV 24740. The Honor of serving the Wheby Family has been given to the Memorial Funeral Directory & Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Willis, Elsa

will be held at the chapel of the Williams-Onancock Funeral Home today at 2 p.m. with Mr. Henry Turner officiating. Services in Point Pleasant will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the SPCA, P.O. Box 164, Onley, VA 23418. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Wright, Edna

Edna A. Wright EDENTON - Edna Ashley Wright, 86, of the 100 block of Jackson St., died Friday, July 3, 2009, in Rex Hospital, Raleigh, N.C. Mrs. Wright was born in Chowan County and the daughter of the late Robert L. and Callie Harris Ashley. Retired from the General Electric Co. in Portsmouth, she also worked at the Edenton Cotton Mill and was a member of First Christian Church of Edenton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, McKinley F. Wright Sr.; her daughter, Rita Wright Brown; three sisters, Ona Moore, Doris Ambrose Harrell and Maxine Basnight; and two brothers, Robert "Ervin" Ashley and Murray Ashley. Surviving are her son, McKinley F. "Mac" Wright Jr. and wife Ann of Cary; her son-in-law, Robert L. "Bob" Brown Sr. of Chesapeake; four grandchildren, Angie Brown Layden, Robert L. "Buddy" Brown Jr. and wife Christine, Sandi Wright and Sherry Brown; and four great-grandchildren, Mark Richardson, Steven Flowers, Erica Keasler and Kayla Layden. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, and will be officiated by her nephew, Jack Sawyer. Burial will follow in Beaver Hill Cemetery. Friends may join the family Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home and all other times at the residence. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tri-County Animal Shelter, 138 Icaria Road, Tyner, NC 27980 (Ph. 252-221-8514). Online condolences may be made by visiting, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Young, Robert Jeffrey

. He was an excellent woodworker and he dearly loved making clocks. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Anna G. Young; sisters, Dolly Lee and Minnie Sweeney, both of Christiansburg; many nieces, nephews and friends; and a special niece, Sandra Thomas. Services will be at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Ave. at 12 noon Monday, July 6, 2009. The Rev. John Fox will officiate. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution

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