on Saturday from 12:30 until 2 p.m. at Nicely Funeral Home. To send condolences to the family online, please visit, Make a memorial contribution |
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Edward Carlton (Eddie) Agee, 60, of Callaway, Va., and Atlanta, Ga., passed away on Monday, November 16, 2009. Arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-5533., Make a memorial contribution |
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He was born in Aulander, N.C., to Ernest and Cora Hale and a resident of the Peninsula since 1966., His last duty assignment was with the Continental Army Command, Fort Monroe, Va. His Army service included U.S. Army European Theater of Operations during WW II, with subsequent assignments overseas in Japan, Korea, Alaska and the Caribbean Islands. He was twice awarded the Legion of Merit and the Bronze Star Medal., He is survived by a son, Brent C. Hale (Judy) of Hampton; and two grandsons, Brent C. Hale Jr. (Gail) of Greenback, Tenn., and David C. Hale (Rachel) of Virginia Beach, Va.; three great-grandchildren, Logan Hale, Megan Hudson, and Lillian Hale. He is also survived by a sister, Annie Ruth White; and three brothers, James E. Hale, Ernest B. Hale, and Dana Hale., Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Wythe Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 9413 Hampton, VA 23670 or the Connaritsa Baptist Church, 2016 NC 305 Hwy, Aulander, NC 27805, where he was a member., A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave, Hampton, by Martha L. Davis, Col. USAF, retired, and the Rev. Rita A. Callis with interment to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Saturday at the funeral home prior to the service from 9 to 10 a.m., The family would like to express our sincere thanks to Dr David Chang and the staff of Virginia Oncology; and, the Veteran's Hospital Palliative Care staff for all their care and loving support they provided. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel at 2 p.m. with Dr. Lawrence Childs, the Rev. Hebron Quesenberry and Pastor Jeff Pickett officiating. Entombment will follow in Monta Vista Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, November 21, 2009, from 6 until 8 p.m. Flowers would be appreciated, however, donations may be made to the Hillsville First Baptist Church Picnic Shelter Fund at 1401 North Main Street, Hillsville, Va. 24343 or Twin County Hospice, P.O. Box 106, Galax, Va. 24333. A guestbook is available online at vaughanguynnandmcgrady. com. Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel is serving the family., Make a memorial contribution |
BOTTOMLEY, Ann Dorsey Cottrell, age 61, of Bremo Bluff, died November 18, 2009. Born in Richmond, she was preceded in death by her father, R. Stuart Cottrell Jr. She is survived by her husband, Cornelius Bottomley; her daughter, Kimberly Gaille Corminboeuf, son-in-law, Denis; and grandchildren, Colin and Lisanne, all of Fribourg, Switzerland. She is also survived by her mother, Rachel Warham Cottrell of Richmond; sister, Elizabeth Cottrell Euwer and husband, Paul, of Ligonier, Pa.; brothers, R. Stuart Cottrell III and wife, Susan, Preston H. Cottrell and wife, Amanda, Thomas S. Cottrell and wife, Claire, all of Richmond. In addition, she leaves behind four nieces and four nephews. Ann Dorsey was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church and attended St. Catherine's School in Richmond. She graduated from La Chatelainie in St. Blaise, Switzerland. Friends and family may share remembrances at the memorial service to be held at Grace Episcopal Church on Bremo Bluff Road, Saturday, November 21, at 11 a.m. Arrangements are being made by Colbert Funeral Home in Bremo Bluff. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Caring For Creatures, 352 Sanctuary Lane, Palmyra, Va. 22963. |
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BENSON, Archibald Harnamsingh, 81, departed this life peacefully on November 17, 2009. He was born on October 16, 1928 in Mohamdabad, UP, India, son of the late Dr. Babu Singh and Mrs. Angelina Evangeline Benson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mrs. Myrtle Benson Gideon; and nephew, Mr. Arnold Gideon. Surviving him are his wife of 49 years, Elfrida Cardwell Benson; their three children, Anita Benson Otey, Asha Benson Holloman (Robert), and Kalyan Singh Benson; four grandchildren, Antonio C. Otey Jr.; Adam B. Otey, Anisa B. Holloman, and Ria L. Holloman; and his sisters, Marjorie Gangwani (Victor), Merlin Tiwari, and Myra Lall (Sam); two nieces and seven nephews; and an abundance of extended family members and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 21, 2009, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, at Forest Lawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 22, at 3 p.m. at Ginter Park Presbyterian Church, 3601 Seminary Avenue. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ginter Park Presbyterian Church or the American Diabetes Association . Condolences may be registered at www.mem.com. |
, at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made in Rose Marie's honor to The Christian Children's Fund, Richmond, Va., (800) 776-6767. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, with the Rev. Shahn Wilburn officiating. Burial in the Birchlawn Burial Park, Pearisburg. The visitation will be at the funeral home Friday after 2 p.m. and the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
will follow at 2 p.m. in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be offered to the family at, . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ., Make a memorial contribution |
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MINERAL - Col. Benjamin A. Huggin Sr. U.S. Army Ret., 72, of Mineral, passed away peacefully in his home after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009., Col. Huggin is the surviving son of Jamin and Elizabeth Huggin of Greenville, S.C. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Margaret; his daughter, Deborah; and son, Benjamin; along with seven grandchildren whom he loved dearly and enjoyed spending time with on Lake Anna. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Helen and her family., As a distinguished military graduate of Clemson College, the University of Alabama and the Defense System Management School, Fort Belvoir, Va., Col. Huggin served his country valiantly in Berlin, Korea, Vietnam and throughout the United States in the 13th Field Artillery, 724th Ordinance Battalion and the 19th and 2nd Infantry. His personal decorations include: Bronze Star Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Overseas Service Bars, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry, Cross Unit Citation, General Staff Identification Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Legion of Merit, Army Occupation Medal and Vietnamese Armed Forces Medal, First Class. His final duty assignment was at the Pentagon and Col. Huggin retired honorably from Fort Myer, Va. Ben continued his career with SAIC in McLean, Va., in research and development and fully retired in 2000 to the Lake Anna area where he enjoyed golfing, traveling with his wife and fishing with the grandchildren., Family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Woodward Funeral Home, 200 Fredericksburg Avenue, Louisa, VA 23093. A funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, in the Fort Myer Chapel with interment to follow with full military honors in Arlington National Cemetery., Visit, for online guestbook. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
HUGGIN, Col. Benjamin A. Sr. U.S. Army Ret., 72, of Mineral, passed away peacefully in his home after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Col. Huggin is the surviving son of Jamin and Elizabeth Huggin of Greenville, S.C. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Margaret; his daughter, Deborah; and son, Benjamin; along with seven grandchildren, whom he loved dearly and enjoyed spending time with on Lake Anna. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Helen and her family. As a distinguished military graduate of Clemson College, the University of Alabama and the Defense System Management School, Ft. Belvoir, Va., Col. Huggin served his country valiantly in Berlin, Korea, Vietnam and throughout the United States in the 13th Field Artillery, 724th Ordinance Battalion and the 19th and 2nd Infantry. His personal decorations include, Bronze Star Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Overseas Service Bars, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry, Cross Unit Citation, General Staff Identification Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Legion of Merit, Army Occupation Medal and Vietnamese Armed Forces Medal, First Class. His final duty assignment was at the Pentagon and Col. Huggin retired honorably from Ft. Myer, Va. Ben continued his career with SAIC in McLean, Va. in research and development and fully retired in 2000 to the Lake Anna area, where he enjoyed golfing, traveling with his wife, and fishing with the grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 1 until 3 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Woodward Funeral Home, 200 Fredericksburg Avenue, Louisa, Va. 23093. A funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010 in the Ft. Myer Chapel, with interment to follow with full military honors in Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 1445 E Rio Road; Suite 104 Charlottesville, Va. 22901. Visit www.woodwardfuneral.com for online guestbook. |
WINDSOR - On Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, God called His beloved angel Bernice home to rest., She was born Oct. 2, 1927, to the late Lillian Wilkerson Tynes and John Franklin Tynes Sr. She was a faithful member of Emmanuel Baptist Church., Bernice leaves to cherish her memories two dedicated sons, Howard P. Kea and Morris B. Kea, both of Windsor, Va.; and a loving granddaughter, raised as a daughter, Valeria Kea-Edwards (Brian) of Charlotte, N.C.; three sisters; four brothers; seven grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, a host of nieces, nephew, family and friends., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Emmanuel Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Eldridge Lucas III officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Shivers Funeral Chapel and one hour prior to the service at the church., Arrangements by Shivers Funeral Chapel, (757) 357-9500. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Betty Jane Scardo BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Betty Jane Scardo will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jeff Harless officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. prior to the service. The burial will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Gum Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be registered at |
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He is preceded in death by his father, Louis Robinson; and stepfather, Alonzo Griffin., He leaves to cherish his memory and celebrate his life, his mother, Blanche Robinson; his daughter, Christal Weatherford King (Leon); his grandchildren, Javaughn and Christen King; five brothers, Louis Robinson (Charmaine), Willie Robinson (Denice), Michael Griffin (Angela), Everett Griffin (Karen), and Rufus Griffin (Hazel); two sisters, Ethel Hodges (Randy) and Alice Dowdell; a special aunt, Margaret Price; and uncle, Waverly Perry; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., A service to celebrate Butchie's life will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Greater Bethlehem Christian Assembly, 360 Ivy Home Road, Hampton. Butchie will be placed in the church at 10:30 a.m. Family and friends will assemble by 11:30 a.m. at 111 Towler Drive, Hampton, for a procession to the church. |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel with Pastor Paris Bain and Pastor Maurice Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 19, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel. For those who desire, contributions may be made to General Shepherd Hospice, 6045 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Va. 24017 or Copper Hill Church of the Brethren, 8836 Floyd Hwy. North, Copper Hill, Va. 24079 or Bent Mountain Rescue Squad, 9606 Bent Mountain Road, Drawer B, Bent Mountain, Va. 24059., Make a memorial contribution |
WILLIS, Braxton Charles Sr., 76, of Richmond, departed this life November 15, 2009. He leaves to cherish a loving wife, Madrine Braxton; five daughters, Zelma Batts (Haywood), Joyce Braxton, Marcia Harris (Samuel), Deborah Johnson (Calvin), Sandra Comer (Calvin); three sons, Calvin (Tina), Anthony and Charles Braxton Jr. (Cathy); one sister, Mary Q. Perry (Carlton); four brothers, Gennis (Viola), Robert (Sharman), Joe (Unis), Edward Grace Quarles; two aunts, Marie and Lottie; one uncle, Calvin; and a host of other relatives and friends. His remains rest at Brunson's Funeral Chapel. Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Crusade for Christ Christian Church Ministries, 2335-2337 Clearfield St., Richmond, Va. 23224. Bishop John L. Harris Sr. officiating. Interment private. |
James Edward (Jimmy) Broughman, 59, of Daleville, Va., passed away Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory., Make a memorial contribution |
Anthony R. (Tony) Brown, 62, of Peterstown, W.Va., passed away on Monday, November 16, 2009. Celebration of Life 11 a.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009, at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20004. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at www., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held, by the family, as a celebration of her life on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. She will be placed beside her husband, Carlton and surrounded by the family that loved her., Make a memorial contribution |
2 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Blue Ridge Chapel Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
WALLS, Carl "Chuck" L. Sr., 52, of Chesterfield, died November 19, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, Alfred L. Walls Sr. He is survived by two sons, Carl L. Walls Jr. (Valarie) and Brian D. Walls (Nancy); his mother, Anna Mae Walls; a brother, Alfred Lewis Walls Jr.; two sisters, Terry Walls and Wanda Salmon; a grandson, Carl L. Walls III; three nephews, Jack, Mark and Blake. His remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where the family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, and where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
LOVELL, Carolyn C., 81, of Gloucester, Va., went to be with the Lord and join her husband, Herbert Lovell, on Tuesday, November 10, 2009. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Mary and Robert Grandi of Suffolk, Dexter and Michelle Lovell of Gloucester; a sister, Lucille Martin of Tennessee; and a grandson, Joshua Lovell; and the extended family of Pat Minarik, and many friends. A memorial service will be held Friday, 7 p.m., at Vincent Funeral Home, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. Condolences may be registered at www.vincentfh.com |
MITCHELL, Deaconess Carrie M., departed this life November 14, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, James O. Mitchell Sr.; granddaughter, Monique Y. Mitchell; son-in-law, Lemmie Venable. She leaves to cherish her memory five children, James A. Mitchell Jr. (Doris) of Washington, D.C., Carolyn M. Valiare, Rosalind M. Venable, Joseph M. Mitchell and Loretta A. Mitchell, all of Richmond, Va.; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; brother, James Fields Sr. of Jamaica, Queens, New York; sister, Frances F. Roland of Asheville, N.C.; three sisters-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where the family will receive friends (today) from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, 11 a.m., at Cedar Street Memorial Baptist Church of God, 2301 Cedar Street. Dr. Anthony M. Chandler Sr., pastor. Eulogy by Dr. Benjamin W. Robertson Sr., pastor emeritus. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service. |
Henry L. Cassani NAVARRE BEACH, Fla. - Retired U.S. Navy Capt. Henry L. "Hank" Cassani passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and seven children Nov. 17, 2009 at the age of 79 from complications of diabetes. Born Oct. 6, 1930, in Braintree, Mass., he was the beloved son of the late Louis and Lena Orlando Cassani of Quincy, Mass. He graduated from Quincy High School in 1947. Capt. Cassani was the devoted husband to his loving wife of 57 years, Florence Radford Cassani, formerly of Pensacola, Fla. He was the treasured father to seven children: Henry L. Cassani Jr. and his wife Judith of Chesapeake, Sharon Cassani Clarke and her husband Ronald of Carver, Mass., Susan Cassani Andrews and her husband David of Hanson, Mass., Richard L. Cassani of Pensacola, Fla., Cynthia Cassani Phillips and her husband Randall of Port St. Joe, Fla., Michael A. Cassani and his wife Lisa of Lakeville, Mass., and U.S. Navy Cmdr. John D. Cassani and his wife Vicky of Lansdale, Pa. He was the beloved Grampie to 17 grandchildren and great-Grampie to two great-granddaughters. Capt. Cassani also leaves his beloved sister, Jeanne Lewis and her husband Ted of Mashpee, Mass., and Marco Island, Fla. He is also survived by a large family of nieces, nephews and cousins. His many friends, in the Navy and civilian life, will miss him greatly. Hank Cassani joined the Navy in 1948 and served as a hospital corpsman at NAS Squantum in Quincy, Mass. He was ordered to flight training in 1950 and was commissioned and designated naval aviator (No. V1939) in 1952. He was an early advocate of Navy Rotary Wing Aviation, earning his helicopter designation in 1952 (No. H1077) and serving in the original Helicopter Utility Squadron TWO (HU-2). In later sea tours, he served in Air AntiSubRon Twenty-two (VS-22) and on Air Group 50 (CVSG-50) Staff. He was recognized by both helicopter and fixed-wing carrier anti-submarine communities as an accomplished and decorated Naval aviator. Capt. Cassani was also the first commanding officer of Helicopter Combat Support Squadron Three (HC-3). He was also awarded a B.S. in engineering and M.S. in management from the United States Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif. His Naval career came full circle when he returned home to become the commanding officer of NAS South Weymouth in 1973. Capt. Cassani retired from there in 1976. He and his wife then resided in Port St. Joe, Fla., until 1995, when they moved to Navarre Beach. A funeral will be at 10 a.m., today, Nov. 20, in St. Ann's Catholic Church, Gulf Breeze, Fla., with Father Eugene Pathe officiating. Faith Chapel Funeral Home South, 100 Beverly Parkway, is in charge of arrangements. The family received friends at Faith Chapel South on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in his honor be made to Covenant Hospice-Homeless Veteran's Program, 5041 North 12th St., Pensacola, FL 32504. You may express your condolences as memories at, Make a memorial contribution |
Anne A. Castruccio VIRGINIA BEACH - Anne A. Castruccio, 82, of Christiansted St. Croix, daughter of Karl and Anne Arleth (deceased) of San Mateo, Calif., and loving spouse of retired U.S. Navy Capt. Nicholas A. Castruccio, of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, lost her battle with ovarian cancer on the afternoon of Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at her "hurricane hideaway" on the Elizabeth River in Norfolk. Anne passed peacefully surrounded by her extensive, loving family. Anne was born Aug. 9, 1927 in Los Angeles. She attended UCLA as an art major. Anne interrupted her studies to exchange vows with Ensign Nicholas Castruccio on June 26, 1948 at Holy Family Church in South Pasadena, Calif. Thereafter, she accompanied her husband at various Naval stations across the USA. While being a solid "Navy wife" she raised six children: five daughters, Carolyn, Constance, Nicolette, Susanne and Cecile and a son, Anthony. Her children provided her with much joy and support. She was blessed with 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Not only was Anne a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, but a successful businesswoman. She owned a well respected art gallery and shop called "Many Hands" in Christiansted, St. Croix for more than 15 years. During this time she was instrumental in providing the direction that allowed many young artists to develop successful art careers. Anne was also instrumental developing an outlet for crafts made by handicapped individuals at the St. Croix Sheltered Workshop - they loved their "Miss Annie." Anne served on the Virgin Islands Council of the Art by invitation of the governor for many years. Throughout St. Croix, Anne was known for her generosity and welcoming smile. Anne's greatest accomplishment was her family. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Nicholas A. Castruccio of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands; her brother, Karl Arleth of Houston, Texas; and her sister, Jane Herbst Butler of Monterey, Calif.; five daughters, Carolyn Castruccio of St. Croix, Constance Law of Portsmouth, Nicolette Jelinek of Virginia Beach, Susanne Castruccio of Norfolk, Cecile Castruccio-DeReu of St. Croix and a son, Anthony Castruccio of Pleasanton, Calif. The grandchildren and great-grandchildren will sorely miss their "Mimi." Anne is survived by family and friends too numerous to mention and her beloved "Cruzan Golden Girls". The family would like to thank Personal Touch Hospice Team and Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center nurses and doctors for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Anne's memory to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (, ) or Personal Touch Homecare and Hospice, 5505 Robin Hood Road, Norfolk, VA 23513. A celebration of life Mass will be held at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, on Nov. 23, at 10 a.m. with Fr. Luke Policicchio, O.S.B., officiating. Burial at St. Mary's Cemetery, Norfolk, to follow. A memorial celebration in St. Croix to follow at a later date., Make a memorial contribution |
He was a devoted member of Antioch Christian Center South., Chain is survived by son, Marquis; and two daughters, Diamond and Jada; his loving sister, Kdean Hargrove; and various family members., A memorial service will be held Nov. 21, 2009., For more information call 757-714-8596. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
ANDERSON, Charles L., of Ruther Glen, Va., departed this life on November 16, 2009. His remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005, where funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment at Reedy Baptist Church, Ruther Glen, Va. |
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Jake Carol Croft, 78, of Bedford, Va., died on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, in Oakwood Manor Nursing Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Bedford Life Saving Crew, P.O. Box 161, Bedford, Va. 24523 or Bedford Volunteer Fire Department, 315 Bedford Ave., Bedford, Va. 24523. A celebration of Jake's life will be conducted 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, in the Tharp Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Richard Dooley and Pastor Bill Turley officiating. Burial will follow in Suck Spring Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. To send condolences, please visit, Make a memorial contribution |
Alma Joyce Cunningham, 78, of Roanoke, Va., died Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
Jason M. Cuttill VIRGINIA BEACH - United States Navy Aviation Electrician's Mate First Class (AW) Jason Mitchell Cuttill, 33, of Virginia Beach, formerly of Loves Park, passed away unexpectedly Nov. 12, 2009. Jason was born Feb. 20, 1976 at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Lonnie "Kevin" Cuttill and Barbara E. (Huntley) Helm. He enlisted with the United States Navy in May 1999 and was an aviation electricians mate working on strike fighter aircraft. From September 2006 until November 2009 he was attached to the Center for Naval Aviation and Technical Training Unit, Oceana, Va. Family and friends may extend online condolences at, or call (815) 226-2273 for information., Make a memorial contribution |
GILLIAM, Cynthia A. entered eternal life. She is survived by her parents, Vivian and Robert Gilliam Sr.; daughter, Shawanda Gilliam; two sisters, Robinette Gilliam and Sheila Johnson; two brothers, Robert Gilliam Jr. and Reginald Johnson; granddaughter, Amber Lipscomb; and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 12 noon Saturday at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd. www.wilsonafs.com |
WILLIAMS, Darlene A., 66, of Richmond, Va., went home to be with the Lord on November 11, 2009. She was predeceased by her mother, Daisy Nash Jones; and father, James Christian. Darlene served as a CNA for a number of years. Left to cherish her memory is one son, Theodore Christian Sr.; one grandson and many relatives and friends, one devoted, Willie Jones. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B. Street, Ashland. Homegoing services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 21 at the Bethany Baptist Church, 500 Whiteside Rd., Sandston. Rev. Zynora Manson, pastor, officiating. Interment private. Online condolences may be made at: fedabneyfuneralhome.com |
will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009, in High Bridge Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Natural Bridge, Va. with the Rev. Jason Grimes and the Rev. Tom Yoder officiating. Because of Iris's lifelong love of reading, the family asks that contributions be made to the "Literary Fund", checks to be made payable to Michael W. Davis, c/o Harrison Funeral Home, P.O. Box 931, Lexington, Va. 24450. Funds will be used for the purchase of reading books for Natural Bridge Elementary, McGaheysville Elementary and Pleasant Valley Elementary Schools. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
McCULLOUGH, Debbie Ann, 50, formerly of Virginia Beach, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Ann McCullough; son, Jason John McCullough and his wife, Sylvia; granddaughter, Kaya Anne McCullough; sister, Linda Anderson and her husband, Alfred; three brothers, John W. Sohl Jr., Timothy M. Sohl, and Thomas P. Sohl; three special nieces, Jessica, Maggi, Emma; a loyal cat, Franklin; and other loving family and friends. A service of remembrance will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at North Run Baptist Church's Fellowship Hall, 2100 Lydell Dr., Richmond, Va. |
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GEE, Debra Snead, 57, widow of Walter Frank "Frankie" Gee, died November 18, 2009. She is survived by her sons, Walter F. Gee II of Alexandria and John Robert Gee and wife, Bonnie, of Pamplin, Va.; grandson, J. Conner Gee; her parents, Junior and Anne Snead of Victoria; one sister, Susan S. Hawks (John) of Kenbridge; and her brother, Wayne Snead (Beth) of Staunton, Va. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 2 p.m. in the Clarke Funeral Home, Kenbridge. Interment in the Kenbridge Heights Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Clarke Funeral Home on Saturday from 7 to 8:30 p.m., and at all other times at her parents' home, 2408 Nottoway Boulevard, Victoria, Va. 23974. Please consider donations to the American Cancer Society . |
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HAYES, Mr. Eddie L. "Buddy" Sr., passed away November 14, 2009. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Helen J. Hayes; two sons, Eddie L. Jr. and Sterling Hayes; stepdaughter, Sylvia Lee; five grandchildren, Henry Lee, Brenda Sophronia Woodard (Michael), Reginald Lee, Carlisa Lee and Chelsey Yockey; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Elizabeth Stephen; two brothers, James Jr. (Otis) and Charlie Hayes (Bertha); a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street. Remains will lie in state Saturday, 12 noon, at Mt. Olivet Church, 1223 N. 25th Street, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Bishop Darryl F. Husband, pastor, officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. |
HENDERSON, Edith Mae Pollard Mayo, 85, of Richmond, Va., passed away Friday, November 13, 2009 at Imperial Plaza Manor Care. She retired after 30 years of service from Richmond Memorial Hospital, Westwood Avenue. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph R. Pollard III and Helena Pollard; her sister, Clarissa P. Lewis; and aunt, Leah Pollard Faison. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Claude L. Henderson Jr.; her sons, Leslie G. Mayo Sr. of Richmond and Dr. Reginald R. Mayo Sr. (Patsy) of New Haven, Conn.; and her daughter, Yvonne M. Brunson (Robert M. Sr.) of Mechanicsville, Va.; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; her brother, Robert Pollard of Washington, D.C.; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. She was a faithful member of St. Philips Episcopal Church, 2900 Hanes Ave., Richmond, Va. 23222, where the family will receive friends Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 12 noon and where funeral services will commence at 1 p.m. Father David Knight, eulogist. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donate memorial gifts to Imperial Plaza Manor Care, 1719 Bellevue Ave., Richmond, Va. 23227, Bon Secours Hospice, 5875 Bremo Road, Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226, or to St. Philips Episcopal Church, 2900 Hanes Ave., Richmond, Va. 23222. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. |
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Nov 20, 2009 Elizabeth Elliott Conner, 87, of Stuart, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Pioneer Community Hospital in Stuart. She was born Sept. 28, 1922, in Mecklenburg County to Ashby Elliott and Eva Snead Elliott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Conner; and two brothers, Howard Elliott and Melvin Elliott. She attended Stuart Baptist Church and was a former member of Buffalo Baptist Church in Buffalo Junctio. Surviving are two sons, Michael Conner and Tommy Conner, both of Stuart; two stepgrandchildren; and four stepgreat-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with Pastor Robert Belcher officiating. Burial will be in Patrick Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour before the service Saturday. Memorials may be made to Jeb Stuart Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 340, Patrick Springs, Va. 24133. |
MONROE, Eloise, of Richmond, died November 19, 2009. Remains rest at Scott-Lightfoot Funeral Home, 3021 N. Street. Funeral notice later. |
Lillian J. Eure PORTSMOUTH - Lillian Juanita "Nanny" Eure, 90, of Windy Pines Court, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, in a Portsmouth hospital. A native of Portsmouth, she was a member of Pinecrest Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, John Edward "Big Daddy" Eure. Survivors include four daughters, Diane L. Lewis and husband Robin D. of Portsmouth, Bonnie R. Holland and husband Allen of Slidell, La., Janet L. Jones and husband B.J. and Carol L. Hughes and husband Danny, all of Portsmouth; a son, Edward Wayne Eure and wife Paula of Yuma, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; and 10 great- grandchildren. A funeral will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, in Greenlawn Mausoleum Chapel by the Rev. Tom Potter. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
Eva J. Worley, 91, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at John Randolph Medical Center., She was the daughter of the late Richard and Louise Smith Mitchell, and the widow of John J. Worley. Mrs. Worley was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Mitchell, and a sister, Elizabeth Barbour. She was a former member of Fairmount Christian Church, Richmond, and a member Colonial Christian Church, Colonial Heights. She worked for American Tobacco Co. for 40 years as an operator., She is survived by a son, Edward M. "Bill" Wilson and wife, Becky, of Colonial Heights; grandchildren, David Wilson of Charlotte, N.C., Melanie Lee and husband, Mark, of Chesterfield, and Marilyne Wilson of Colonial Heights; great-grandchildren, Kanyon, Tyler and Taylor Lee; nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Colonial Christian Church, 295 Dunlop Farms Blvd., Colonial Heights, VA 23834, with the Rev. Dr. Mike Curry officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Richmond, VA 23222. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, and one hour prior to the funeral service Saturday at the church. A special thanks to the staff of RiverView on the Appomattox, and to her special friend, Ida Bowles. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to Colonial Christian Church. Condolences may be registered at |
WORLEY, Eva J., 91, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at John Randolph Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Louise Smith Mitchell; and the widow of John J. Worley. Mrs. Worley was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Mitchell; and a sister, Elizabeth Barbour. She was a former member of Fairmount Christian Church, Richmond, and a member of Colonial Christian Church, Colonial Heights. She worked for American Tobacco Company for 40 years as an operator. She is survived by a son, Edward M. "Bill" Wilson and wife, Becky, of Colonial Heights; grandchildren, David Wilson of Charlotte, N.C., Melanie Lee and husband, Mark, of Chesterfield, and Marilyne Wilson of Colonial Heights; great-grandchildren, Kanyon, Tyler and Taylor Lee; and nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009 in Colonial Christian Church, 295 Dunlop Farms Boulevard, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, with the Reverend Dr. Mike Curry officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Richmond, Va. 23222. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Friday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, and one hour prior to the funeral service Saturday at the church. A special thanks to the staff of RiverView on the Appomattox, and to her special friend, Ida Bowles. Flowers are welcome, or contributions may be made to Colonial Christian Church. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
s will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2009, at Updike Funeral Chapel, Bedford with the Rev. Tammy Franklin and the Rev. Steve Turner officiating. Interment will follow in Nicopolis United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 until 3 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3304., Make a memorial contribution |
He leaves behind his beautiful wife, Heidi, of 34 years; daughters, Melanie and Jasmine; and grandchildren, Michael, Tyler, Alex, Christopher, Daniel, and Atiana., Viewing will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday Nov. 19, 2009, at Carter Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held at 10 am. Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at the Fort Eustis Memorial Chapel. Interment, with Full Military Honors, will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk., We will miss our good father, daddy and opa., Guestbook available at |
Cynthia Ferguson VIRGINIA BEACH - Services will be held for Cynthia Ferguson Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Nicholas Catholic Church. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Royal Courtyard, 329 Birchwood Park Drive. Beach Funeral Services Inc. is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Joycelyn V. (Joy) Foster, 74, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away at her residence surrounded by her two children, Michael Paul and Elizabeth Foster Stanziale, after a five-year battle with cancer. Born on August 11, 1935, in Besoco, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late George Edward Via Sr. and Burgia E. Via. She was preceded in death by her brother, Jack E. Via; sister, Jewel V. Smith; as well as brother-in-law, Hugh W. Huff Jr. In addition to her children, she is survived by her beloved grandsons, Dominick and Christopher Stanziale and son-in-law, Rick Stanziale, of Jefferson, Ga.; brothers, George E. Via Jr., of Richmond, Va., and Dr. David L. Via and wife, Betsy, of Virginia Beach, Va.; sister, Hope Shrewsberry, of Roanoke, Va.; sister-in-law, Mrs. (Ann) Hugh W. Huff, of Pulaski, Va.; many special nieces and nephews., ., After 28 years in the public school system, Joy retired in 2000. She remained active with the Montgomery County Retired Teachers' Association and served on the board of the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library. She was an active member of Christiansburg Presbyterian Church where she sang in the choir for 56 years and was an ordained Elder. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren; and enjoyed volunteering at the Montgomery County Museum, playing bridge with her friends, traveling, special beach trips, reading, movies, and was always up for eating out with friends., Her children are eternally grateful for the strong spirit, determination, hard work, and perseverance that she demonstrated throughout her entire life and illness and all the ways she took care of them until her death. They would like to thank all her family and friends for their support and love for her throughout her life., to follow at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, you may make contributions to Christiansburg Presbyterian Church or to the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Fund. The Foster family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
She is predeceased by her parents, Ethel and Rupert Allen of Greenville, N.C., She is survived by her husband, Alexander J. McPherson; her children, William P. McLean and his wife, Jennifer McLean of Berryville, Va., Richard Allen McLean and wife, Holly McLean of Williamsburg, Va., Suzanne Elizabeth Wood of Mathews, Va., Mary Kay Edgar and husband, Ed Edgar of Chesapeake, Va., Dana McPherson Kohlhorst and husband, Daryle Kolhorst of Gloucester, Va., Mark Alexander McPherson and his wife, Stephanie McPherson; her 14 grandchildren, David, Kathryn, Erin, Benjamin, Kasey, Alex, Hunter, Elizabeth, Parker, Fox, Madison, Pete, Michael, and Isabelle; as well as her sisters, Nancy A. Smith and Joanne A. Granitz; countless friends and extended family that she loved and accepted into her life with open arms., Fran's life was full of fun shared on the beach and at card tables with anyone who would play. Special thanks from the family goes out to her loyal friends, Nell Goldstein, Judy Doyle, and Vivian Combs who helped with doctor visits to the cancer center at UNC Chapel Hill and to the staff at UNC Cancer Hospital, especially Dr. Mark Socinski and Tammy Allred., A memorial service will be held at the United Methodist Church of Williamsburg, Saturday, Nov. 21, at 10 a.m. |
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HAMPTON - Frank G. Bell Sr., Lt. Col USAF (Ret), 83, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009., He is survived by his son, James E. (Elizabeth) of Savannah, Ga.; daughter, Laura P. Bell of Hampton; son, John H. of Danville, Va.; and daughter, Nancy Thomas (John) of Hampton; four grandchildren, James, Patricia, Justin and Travis., The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at the Veterans Affairs Palative Care Center for their care and support. |
Gene Harrison Hammond Sr., 72, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center., He was the son of the late William H. Hammond Sr. and Minnie Harrison Davis, and was preceded in death by a brother, William H. (Bill) Hammond Jr., and a sister, Frances H. Williams. Mr. Hammond was a retired operator with Allied Signal., He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Florence D. Hammond; two sons, James P. Hammond and wife, Diana L., of Colonial Heights, and Gene (Rocky) Hammond Jr. and wife, Teresa K., of Colonial Heights; four grandchildren; one great-grandson; a sister, Martha H. Woolfolk of Colonial Heights; several nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with the Rev. Dr. Andrew Brockelman officiating. Interment Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to Colonial Heights Fire & EMS, P.O. Box 3401, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Condolences may be registered at |
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Grove Park Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the , 2730 Ellsmere Ave., Norfolk, VA 23513., Make a memorial contribution |
followed by a celebration of her life will be held 6:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Mountain View Christian Church, New Castle, Va., with Raymond Christian officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Craig County Cancer Support Group, P.O. Box 38, New Castle, VA. 24127. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Jane S. GLENN Jane, we have missed you so much on each of the 731 days which have passed since we've all been together., We love you. Ever the same... Melissa, Carter, Sally Robbi, Kay, Donna, Debbie,, Sally, Jessica, Alice,, Mom, Dad, Paul & Todd, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at the Valley View Church, Riner, Va. The Thompson family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612., Make a memorial contribution |
, everyone is invited to attend a celebration of life at the Hatteras Civic Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the DCDPH-New Horizons, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, NC 27954. Twiford's Funeral Homes, Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
in the lobby of the funeral home. Donations may be made to the . You may express condolences to the Grimstead family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Jack HALE 11-20-09, On your first year in Heaven, You are sadly missed, by your loving family., Diane, Adam, Brooke, Kaiden, Lucy, Aaron, Anita, Roy, Shirley, Ralph, Dottie, Harry, Gloria,, Nieces & Nephews, Make a memorial contribution |
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at 1 p.m. in Bethel Baptist Church in York County. Burial will be in Hampton Memorial Gardens, Hampton, Va. There will be a reception for the family at the church following the burial. Memorial donations may be made to the |
WILLIAMSBURG - On Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, God took one of His Angels home. Harry Leonard Crump, affectionately known as "Uncle Harry", slipped peacefully into eternal rest in the Patriot's Colony at Williamsburg., He was born on Sept. 9, 1913, the youngest of four children born to the late Fleming Allen and Clara Saunders Crump, in New Kent County. He completed his education at New Kent Training School., At an early age, Harry joined Ebenezer Baptist Church, Lanexa, Va. He was a faithful member for more than 85 years. During that time, he served as Superintendent of the Sunday School, Church Clerk, a Trustee and an Usher and a member of the Senior Choir and the Men's Chorus., He loved being surrounded by his family and friends. He was always supportive of his nieces and nephews. He greeted you with a smile that warmed your heart. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends., He was employed by the Chesapeake Corporation (currently, Smurfit Stone), West Point, Va., He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Dorothy Crump and Louise Taylor; and his brother, Fleming Crump., He leaves to cherish his memories, his nieces, Bertha Taylor Brown and Marie Brown, both of Williamsburg and Janie Harris (James) of Lanexa; his nephews, Willis Taylor, of Lanexa, Leroy Taylor, of Richmond, Roland Crump (Brenda), of Roanoke and George Taylor, of Lanexa; his great-nieces and great-nephews; and many other loving relatives and caring friends., A funeral service will be held noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Ebenezer Baptist Church with the Rev. Norman Crowder officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at 1373 Penniman Road by 11 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Crump may be viewed in the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday., In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Harry may be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church, 14410 Rockahock Road, Lanexa, Va., Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Va., 757-229-3011. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Franklin Heights Baptist Church 3 p.m. Sunday. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
CROWDER, Mr. Harvey Drew, age 71, of South Hill, died Wednesday, November 18, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy J. Crowder; and is survived by a daughter, Betty Drew Crowder Boham (Ken) of Lenoir, N.C.; and a son, David Lee Crowder (Mary Jane) of Graham, N.C. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Stephen Boham, Chelsea Boham and James Crowder; and three brothers, Charles Crowder of Henderson, N.C., Samuel Crowder of Whaleyville, Va. and William H. "T-Bo" Crowder of South Hill. Mr. Crowder was a retired manager with Burlington Industries & VQC in South Hill, a former officer with the South Hill Police Department, a member of Ephesus Baptist Church, a member of the American Legion Post 79 of South Hill, the South Hill Moose Lodge, and a charter member of Southside Rescue Squad. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 21, at Farrar Funeral Chapel, with interment to follow in Crestview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial considerations may be directed to Southside Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 546, South Hill, Va. 23970, or American Legion Post 79, P.O. Box 562, South Hill, Va. Online condolences may be made at farrarfuneralhome.net. |
Lillian Pauline Haskins, 85, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Helen H. HAYNES 2/25/1934 11/20/2008, For Mom, Not a single day has gone by, In this long year passed, That I don't talk to you, I tell you goodnight, And I know, deep in my, Still-broken heart, You hear me..., All our love, eternally yours,, David and Debi, Make a memorial contribution |
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Helen Marie Yarber Widener GLADE SPRING, Va. Mrs. Helen Marie Yarber Widener, 66, heard her Lord and Savior whisper sweet peace to her on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, "my child come home". She was a precious loving wife, momma, mamaw, great-mamaw, sister and friend. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband, Paul Jackson Widener; mother, Alice Yarber Patrick; father, Jess Yarber; sister, Sammie McCracken; brother, Dewey Yarber. She was a member of the Solid Rock Baptist Church Survivors include her children: son, Dennis Widener and wife Patty, Glade Spring; daughter, Alice Osborne and husband Johnnie, Glade Spring; son, William Widener and wife Tracy, Glade Spring; grandchildren, Jason, Brian, Kaitlyn, Alyssa, Jordan and Madison; one great-grandchild, Paul Jackson Widener; her cherished sisters, Jenny Hicks and husband Dexter, Betty Barrett and belated husband Roy, Bonnie Chapman and husband Bill, loving brothers, Rolf Yarber and wife Joyce, Eddie Yarber and wife Donna; brother-in-law, Sug McCracken; sister-in-law, Oliven Yarber; several nieces and nephews. A heartfelt appreciation to Carrie Long of Hometown Hospice and Amy Branson who were Mom's guardian angels thru her sickness. Thanks to her friend and physician, Dr. Brickley Craven. The funeral service will be conducted Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the Solid Rock Baptist Church, 20060 Saturn Drive, Abingdon, VA with Brother Billy Hawkins and Brother Johnnie Osborne officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Glade Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dennis Widener, Willie Widener, Johnnie Osborne, Brian Widener, Jason Widener, Jordan Osborne. Honorary pallbearers will be Jessie Baumgardner, Dexter Hicks, Bill Chapman, Freddie Horne, Don Mullins, Sug McCracken, Johnny Hicks. Those wishing to express sympathy online or sign the guest register may do so by visiting, The family will receive friends Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, from 6 until 8 p.m in the Farris Funeral Home. Farris Funeral Service, 427 East Main St., Abingdon, VA is serving the Widener family. |
will be held 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Hilda L. VAzquez, 68, passed away on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009., Mrs. VAzquez was a registered nurse, diabetes educator, a member of the American Diabetes Association and founder of the ADA-Mark Luczak Memorial Golf Tournament to fight diabetes., She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernesto VAzquez Rodriguez; and a son, Richard VAzquez., Survivors include two daughters, Milagros Marrero and Vivian VAzquez Morgan; son, Oswald VAzquez; five grandchildren, Meghan, Brandon, William, Justin and Anthony; five great-grandchildren; and son-in-law, Jorge., Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Peninsula Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the funeral. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Fox Hill Road Baptist Church. Peninsula Funeral Home, Newport News, Va., 757-595-4424, is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Richard Norman (Rick) Howard, 61, of Bedford, Va., died Tuesday. The family will receive friends on Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. at Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Kathy Hale officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help offset funeral expenses. The Huffman family is being served by Horne Funeral Services. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Dr. Ken Scoggins officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park with Military Honors. Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to a local VFW. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 20, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, at J.T. Fisher Funeral Services, 1080 N. George Washington Highway, Chesapeake., Make a memorial contribution |
WESTBURY, Ida K., 87, mother of Paula Lyell, Ela Thorpe, Paul Westbury Jr.; five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Mrs. Westbury will be cremated. Thank you to all who befriended her. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, from Flora Funeral Home Chapel, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Shirley Crawford INGRAM No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends. Shirley showed this love every day as she laid out her life to all who knew her. Her generosity and courage in life were apparent in her daily walk. She was a wonderful, loving and devoted wife, mother, friend and Christian Mentor to her husband, Robert, her children, her grandchildren and their families and friends. Shirley is deeply missed and honorably remembered by her family and friends. You touched our lives and we were made better. You have only been gone from us a year; the memories and the joy of your life will stay with us forever. We will love and miss you always., Love Always,, Robert and Family, Make a memorial contribution |
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GLOUCESTER - Irvin Crowder Clements, died on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family., After Mr. Clements retired from the Naval Weapon Station, he worked with his wife and daughter at the Just Sew Craft Shop until their retirement., He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Helen Clements; his children, Barbara Ewell, Billy Clements (Brenda), Dicky Clements (Brenda), and Betty Rhodes (Lynn); his brother, Malcolm Clements; his sister, Myrtle Dawson; nine grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews., The family will receive friends at Andrews Funeral Home, on Friday, from 7 to 8 p.m. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. in Newington Baptist Church Cemetery., Memorial donations may be made to either Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, P.O. Box 1130, Gloucester, VA 23061, or to Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 1417, Gloucester, VA 23061. The family would like to give a special thanks to everyone at Riverside Walter Reed Hospice for their very special care and love that they gave during Mr. Clements illness., Andrews Funeral Home, Gloucester, Va. is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
James served his country with distinction in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a counselor with the government in Washington, D.C., and was also a realtor. He was an active member of the Mathews Lions Club for many years. He enjoyed building birdhouses and his wife would paint them. He was a wonderful husband, father and brother who will be dearly missed, but will remain in our hearts forever., He was preceded in death by parents, John and Alice (Howlett) Knapp; brothers, John W. "Jack" Knapp and Jerry Knapp; and sister, Eileen "Dee" Lape., He is survived by, his loving wife, Carol Cecila Knapp; son, Matthew James Knapp; two daughters, Jacqueline Teter and Marie L. Knapp; three sisters, Alice Falkowski, Kathleen Povich and Lorna Ylisela; and brother, Frank Knapp., Memorial services officiated by the Rev. Christina Perkins, will be held 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Inurnment will be private., Should friends desire, in memory of James, contributions may be sent to Mathews Lions Club, P.O. Box 281, Mathews, VA 23109 or Gloucester Adult Day Break, Bay Aging, P.O. Box 610, Urbanna, VA 23175. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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A lifelong resident of Hampton, he was a tax preparer for H & R Block for the last six years. Jim was a member of Fox Hill Road Baptist Church. He was an avid gardener and grew a fine vegetable garden every year., He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Doris, who raised him like her own son., Jim is survived by his devoted wife of 22 years, Pam L. Hogge; his daughter, Crystal Hogge of Richmond; his stepson, James Alston and his wife, Mandy of Gloucester; his sister, Debbie Polston of Fla.; two grandchildren, Alex and Gavin Alston; mother-in-law, Frances Hartman; sisters-in-law, Cyndi Hartman and Eunice Morgan; and brother-in-law, Bruce Hartman., A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Fox Hill Road Baptist Church at 2 p.m. |
James G. Lester NORTH AURORA, Ill. James G. Lester, age 78, a native of Glade Spring, Va., passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Delnor Hospital in Geneva, Ill. The complete obituary will be announced in the Sunday edition of the Bristol Herald Courier. Frost Funeral Home, Abingdon, Va., is serving the family of James G. Lester. |
James retired from the Army as a Sergeant First Class. He served during WWII, the Korean Conflict, 66 months in Vietnam, and during the Cuban Missile Crisis. James went on to retire from N.N.A.R.F. as an Aircraft Mechanic., James was a member and volunteered with the Disabled American Veterans Association at the Veterans Hospital, Vietnam Vets, Veterans Association, Army Otter-Caribou Association, Hampton American Legion, Newport News Moose Lodge, Phoebus VFW, N.C.O.A., and the N.R.A., James is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, James M. Swindells III and Despina of Kodak, Tenn., Robert E. Swindells and Linda Smith of Grandy, N.C., William A. Swindells and Kathy of Williamsburg, Va., Tai D. Swindells and Sherry of Smithfield, Va.; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Parr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3515 Robs Dr., Suffolk, VA 23434. Burial with full military honors will follow at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Friends may join the family Sunday night from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. |
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Rosemary D. James, 75, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
LACY, Jane Robinson, 81, of Richmond, died Tuesday, November 10, 2009. A graduate of Oceana High School in Virginia Beach and Mary Washington College in Virginia, Mrs. Lacy moved to Bryn Mawr, Pa. in 1970 for 11 years, returning to Richmond in 1981 until the present. She had two sons, Bryan Keith Lacy of Richmond and D. Cameron Lacy III of Wayne, Pa. Bryan is a practicing lawyer in Virginia and Cam (Cameron) is an architect. Mrs. Lacy was a lifelong member and volunteer at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church on Grove Avenue, where she shared her exceptional gift of providing comfort, caring and faith to those in need. Her friendships and her sons were her life. A service will be held Monday, November 23, 2009 at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond, Va. at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to The National Parkinson Foundation. |
Jayne will always be remembered for her friendship and the relationships she maintained across decades and vast geographic distance. She was always there to help a friend and when she caught up with one after a long absence, it was as though they had spoken just the day before. Jayne had a passion for travel and her home is a gallery of the many places she has been. She loved the shore, frequently returning to the beaches she loved even after her health had started to decline., When she was not influencing the lives of friends and family, she enriched and encouraged the students she taught at Westfield Senior High in Westfield, N.J., Peninsula Catholic High and Gloucester High School. A day did not go by that Jayne would not go the extra mile to quench the thirst for learning, help with college admissions or counsel a student to sort out their path in this life. She treasured their visits after graduation and the chance meetings when she learned of, and celebrated in, their success., A service to celebrate Jayne's life will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Weymouth Funeral Home, 12746 Nettles Dr., Newport News, VA. Afterwards the family will receive friends. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
BEASLEY, Jesse McKinley, 66, died Tuesday, November 17, 2009 in Tallahassee, Fla. He served in the U.S. Marines and the U.S. Army Reserve. He was a former pilot with the Richmond Police Department. Survivors include his wife, Constance "Connie" Adams Beasley; a daughter, Shawn Adams Yeong Beasley; sisters, Naida Laymon and husband, Jesus, and JoAnn Beasley. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cobb Funeral Chapel, Moultrie, Ga. |
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JAMES, Jessie, of Mechanicsville, departed this life November 19, 2009. He is survived by his devoted sister, Margaret Fox; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends Remains rest with the Owens Funeral Services, 104 Green Chimney Ct., Ashland, Va. 23005, where funeral services will be held Saturday, 1 p.m. www.owensfuneralservices.com |
CODY, Jessie Rene, of Richmond, died November 6, 2009. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. |
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HEYSER, Joan McCullough, 77, died at home on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Born and raised in Carlisle, Pa., Joan attended Grove City College and graduated as a registered nurse from Germantown Hospital School of Nursing in Philadelphia. After her marriage to John O. Heyser Jr., the couple moved frequently due to his employment with Reynolds Metals Company. They raised their family while living in Wilmington, Del. and moved to Richmond in 1971. In addition to her beloved husband of 55 years, Joan is survived by a daughter, Mary Ann Heyser Wright; and son, John Ray Heyser, both of Richmond; Survivors also include granddaughters, Lauren and Emily Wright, who fondly called her Mea; several cousins and many, many friends. Joan displayed a passionate zest for life and was a loving and supportive mother and wife. She was ever mischievous, enjoying telling jokes to her friends and sometimes playing jokes on her friends. She used her nursing experience for years to help many of her friends and neighbors with their medical care, ever willing to administer shots or dispense sage advice. Joan actually had sage advice for most areas of your life! Handy and creative around the house, Joan was a fabulous cook and loved to play Bridge. She had a special fondness for her family's cottage at Big Pond in Shippensburg, Pa., which she visited on weekends and in the summer for 75 years. In celebration of her life, the family will receive friends for visitation between 2 and 4 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009 at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, New York 10018. To place online condolences and shared memories, please go to: memorialwebsites.legacy. com/joanheyser. |
WHITE, John Boyd, 85, died Wednesday at Halifax Regional Medical Center. Mr. White was a Warren County, N.C. native born to the late William Boyd White and Alma Paschall White. He was also preceded in death by his two sisters, Rosa W. Sabrowski and Esther W. Springer. Mr. White was retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation, he was a U.S. Army and Air Force veteran having served in WWII, and was charter member of the South Hill Country Club. Rev. Bob Rose will conduct graveside services 2 p.m. Saturday at Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery. Surviving are his daughter, Martha White Sweitzer of Victoria, Va.; one brother, L.H. White of Halifax, N.C.; two grandchildren, Bridgette Shaw and J.P. Sweitzer; and several nieces and nephews that he was very fond of. Any memorials should be made to South Hill Country Club or to Zion United Methodist Church, 462 Oine Road, Norlina, N.C. 27563. The family will receive friends prior to the funeral service from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday at Zion United Methodist Church. Arrangements are by Blaylock Funeral Home in Warrenton. |
Funeral services for John E. Brown, of 1700 W. Clara Drive, Petersburg, who died at Waverly Health Care Center, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Bloomfield Baptist Church, Wilsons; the Rev. Kim White officiating. The remains will rest at the church at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in Greenview Cemetery, Blackstone. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the residence at 9:30 a.m., Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
VIRGINIA BEACH - John M. Loftus, 72, passed away Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009. The service will be on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at 1 p.m. in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milner's Road, Suffolk, Va. Condolences may be made to the family at |
WOODSON- In loving memory of John Wesley "Dutch" Woodson. Although it's been fifteen years today that you left us, your memories are still fresh in our minds and hearts. We often talk about you and the many things you did with us and for us. We love you and miss you. ~Your Family |
Mrs. Lela Johnson, of Rocky Mount, Va., died Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Jones Sr., Carl G. - Carl G. Jones, Sr. Carl Garnett Jones, Sr., age 80, of Stafford, died Thursday, November 19, 2009 at his home. Mr. Jones was preceded .... |
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In Loving Memory of my husband Gary JONES who passed away Nov. 8, 2009, Today November 20, we would have celebrated our 12th anniversary. God had other plans for you. Words cannot express how much I truly Miss and Love you. I feel at peace knowing that you are in a better place and are no longer in pain. I will always treasure and cherish the years we had together., Your Loving Wife, Kathy, Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009, from the chapel of Loving Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
JONES, Joseph Jr., 58, of Richmond, Va., departed this life Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 East Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. |
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MOSHER, Joyce Noble, the daughter of Theodore and Bessie Noble, passed away November 18, 2009. She was born December 3, 1928, in Geneva, N.Y. She was preceded in death by her parents; and is survived by her brother, Roger Noble (wife, Carol) of Buena Vista, Colo.; her husband, Lester Mosher; daughter, Doreen Louderback (husband, Terry) of Richmond; son, Douglas (wife, Nancy) of Oakland, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. She was the love of her husband's life, and they had just celebrated their 59th anniversary on October 21, 2009. Joyce was a dedicated mother of her children. She was an accomplished musician who played the piano and organ at her church as a teenager, and the clarinet in her high school band and orchestra. In her later years, she became an avid genealogist, tracing her roots back to the Plantagenets, and through her perseverance and skill she qualified for 15 different Genealogical Societies. Joyce will be missed by all of her many dear friends and relatives. The family will receive friends 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 21, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Bliley's- Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , 4600 Cox Rd., Suite 130, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Online condolences may be made at Blileys.com. |
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Nov 20, 2009 The funeral for Juanita Z. Wray, 76, of Abram Penn Highway, Patrick Springs, who died Nov. 18, 2009, at her home, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Salem United Methodist Church in Patrick Springs with Pastor Sarah Doss officiating. Burial will be in Old Center Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the church and other times at the home on Abram Penn Highway. She was born May 18, 1933, in Patrick County to Hobart Ziglar and Bettie Barbour Ziglar. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Wray; a son, Larry Wray; two brothers, Billy Ziglar and Hobart Ziglar Jr.; and a sister, Ula Mae Ziglar. She retired from Southern Area Agency on Aging, where she worked for 25 years, and she was a member of Salem United Methodist Church. Surviving are five daughters, Dianne Flippen of Ridgeway, Libby Smith of Stuart, Anita Latham of Sparta, Tenn., Cindy Childress of Patrick Springs and Patricia Edge of Noblesville, Ind.; a son, Tim Wray of Hampton; 23 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Salem United Methodist Church Emmaus Fund, 159 Salem Church Road, Patrick Springs, Va. 24118. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
Kathleen Fraley Neal BRISTOL, Tenn. A graveside service for Kathleen Fraley Neal will be held Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Glenwood Cemetery, with Pastor Dan Bailey officiating. Online condolences may be registered at, Kathleen Fraley Neal, age 89, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at the Cambridge House. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
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s will be held at noon on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with Pastor Steve Dollar officiating. The interment will follow in Peters Creek Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
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In Loving Memory of Joseph Telly LANDIS 11/20/1930 ~ 10/28/2009, Happy Birthday your first birthday in heaven. We love and miss you very much., All our love,, Loving Wife ~ Barbara, Children, Grandchildren and Daisy, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2009, from the chapel of Loving Funeral Home, Covington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Leonard Lewis Pittman, died on Nov. 12, 2009., He was the son of the late Rosa and Grim Pittman Sr. Leonard loved to work on cars and was true Lotto player. His favorite martial arts performer was Bruce Lee. Leonard was a people person and was formerly employed in furniture sales. He attended Huntington High School and was a former member of United House of Prayer For All People., He is survived by one daughter, Shanelle Spencer; three grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Crawley, Rosetta McDaniel; three brothers, James Pittman, Grim Pittman, John Pittman; a brother-in-law, Leon Crawley; and a sister-in-law, Delois Pittman., Viewing will be held on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, from noon to 6 p.m. at M. E. Fisher Funeral Home, 2117 Madison Ave., Newport News, Va. A Homegoing service will be conducted on Nov. 21, 2009, at 1 p.m. at M.E. Fisher Chapel. |
will be held at Celestial Baptist Church, 1439 Mount Vernon Ave., Portsmouth, Saturday, Nov. 21, at 11 a.m. by the Rev. Leon Boone. Burial will be in the Brown Cemetery, Franklin, Va. Corprew Funeral Home in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
2 p.m. Friday, November 20, 2009, at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
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Linda recently retired from York County School Division where she had been working as a school bus assistant for special needs children. She loved her job and the students, and she made many friends along the way., She was preceded in death by her parents, George Benjamin Robbs and Jeannie Marie Ponchane Robbs and her late husband, Danny Walters, and is survived, her children, Annette Williams Holcomb and her husband, Kenneth, a son, Brian Lee Williams, daughter, Stephanie McAllister and her husband, James, son, Scott Mitchell; a brother, Mitchell Robbs of Washington State; and her former husband, Terry Mitchell; and grandchildren, Brady Thompson, Kenneth B. Holcomb Jr., Travis J. Holcomb, Emily Mitchell McAllister, Alyssa McAllister, Matthew Mitchell, and Cypres Ann Williams; one great-granddaughter, Cameron Thompson., Recognition goes to her extended family of friends associated with Yorktown Fleet Reserve Branch #172. She enjoyed every minute dancing, laughing, and living life to its fullest. |
will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, at 10:30 a.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, 801 Tazewell St., Portsmouth. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please make your donations in her name, to the , c/o , 4416 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 or the Community Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 801 Tazewell St., Portsmouth, VA 23701. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.jtfisher, Make a memorial contribution |
Helen L. Lockett, 87, of New Castle, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reginald A. Lockett; parents, Met and Bertha Lee; and granddaughter, Christina M. Smith. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Sharon Fowler and husband, Joe; four grandsons; and many great-grandchildren. Those left to cherish her memory are two special nieces, Reba Vernon and Patsy Thomas; special great-nephew, Tim Vernon, who comforted her with prayer; many other family and friends; and special friend, Festus. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Paitsel Funeral Home with the Reverend Wes Conner officiating. Interment will follow at Crowder Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Ms. Seay was preceded in death by her husband, Harry deRuiz Seay; her parents, Rolla and Effie Latham; sisters, Dorothy Latham, Ethel Bauer, and Thelma Jenkins; and a brother, Charles Latham., She is survived by daughters, Sandra Ray, husband, Victor, Hampton, Anita Moseley, husband, Luke, Yorktown, Beverly Jones, husband, Merwin, Fairfax, Va., Margaret Ramos, husband, Rudolfo, College Park, Md.; and a son, Barry Seay, wife, Alease, Hampton, Va.; grandchildren, Mark and Todd Ray, Christopher Seay, Meredith, Robin and Brett Jones, Louis, Michael, Maria, Carlos, Rudy, and Josephine Ramos, and Holly Ensio, Christopher and Phillip Moseley; 14 great-grandchildren, the youngest girl her namesake. She will be missed by pets, Katie, Chloe, and Buffi, who loved to lay on her shoes., Viewing will be on Nov. 19, 2009, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S Armistead Ave., Hampton. Services will be conducted on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. in the R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home Chapel followed by interment in Hampton National Cemetery, Hampton site. |
A funeral service for Ms. Louise Baugh will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Union Grove Baptist Church, 19111 Church Road, Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Joseph Reeves, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Hicks officiating. Interment to follow at Goode Family Cemetery, Chesterfield., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 1:30 p.m. at the church., The family will assemble 1 p.m. at the residence the day of the services and may be contacted at (804) 526-4935., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Baugh online at, 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 Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
NEWPORT NEWS - Louise Mardene Davis passed away Thursday morning, Nov. 19, 2009, in Newport News., She was born in Jesup, Ga., on Oct. 21, 1924, and had lived with her family in Newport News since 1959., Mrs. Davis was a devoted member of Bethany United Methodist Church and loved being with her friends there. She taught Sunday school for many years and enjoyed many church activities. She also loved her grandsons, who referred to her as their beloved 'Grandma'., She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward C. Davis; and 10 older brothers and sisters., Survivors include two daughters and two sons-in-law, Carolyn and Frank Ancarrow of Seaford, and Dianne and Bob Cornelison of Lynchburg; four grandsons and their wives, Eric and Kelli Ancarrow of Seaford, David Ancarrow, also of Seaford, Robbie and Le Cornelison of Germantown, Md., and David Cornelison of Victor, Idaho., Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, at Peninsula Funeral Home with burial to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, 1509 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666., Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son, Salem with the Rev. Buck Yopp officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Christiansburg. The family will receive friends on Friday evening, November 20, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Malone's memory to Good Samaritan Hospice. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, Va., 540-389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
WALDON, Margaret E., of Richmond, formerly of Mathews, Va., died November 16, 2009. Surviving are her daughter, Sherre Minor (John); two grandchildren; sister, Ester J. White; three brothers, George R. Carter, Wilson and Benjamin Wiggins; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where the family will receive friends on Saturday from 12 noon until the hour of service at 1 p.m. Rev. Dr. Sedgwick V. Easley, officiating. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. |
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She was born in Atlantic City, N.J., to parents, Dr. George Fairchild Starr and Edna Schurch Starr. She graduated from college with an Associates Degree in business and taught dance where she met her husband, Richard Porter Johnson, who she married in Baltimore, Md., in 1947. Mrs. Johnson was a successful real estate broker both in North Carolina and Virginia before retiring. During retirement she remained very active in community service. She was currently president of the Yorktown Woman's Club and was serving as an usher for the Ferguson Center for the Arts. Mrs. Johnson was also involved with the York County Volunteers Association, was an avid gardener, and loved playing golf and being outdoors in nature. Many hours were spent watching the egrets from her beautiful home on Chisman Creek. Her passion was creating beautiful pieces of art and pottery for her family, friends and clients. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and special friend to so many. She and her husband celebrated their 60th anniversary together in 2007., She was predeceased by her husband, Richard P. Johnson; and her brothers, Alan G. Starr and Erik S. Starr., Survivors include her four sons, Douglas W. Johnson and the Rev. Erik S. Johnson both of Charlotte, N.C., Stuart K. Johnson and wife, Sally of Yorktown, Va., and Gregory M. Johnson of Newport News, Va. Also surviving are nine beautiful grandchildren., Friends are encouraged to visit, A memorial service is to be held at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home in Hampton on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Erik Starr Johnson officiating., Memorials can be made to the York County Volunteers Association, 222 Dare Road, Yorktown, VA 23692., Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
s will be held 1 p.m. Monday, November 23, 2009, in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel with the Rev. Robin Parker officiating. The interment will be in Franklin Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2009, at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
Joseph Roy Martin, 70, of Roanoke County, Va., died on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
RHEM, Marvin D. Jr. "Week," departed this life November 15, 2009. He was predeceased by his father, Marvin Rhem Sr. He is survived by his wife, Valerie; two children, Marvin III and Javaughn Johnson; mother, Georgia Rhem; sister, Barbara Jackson (Rayland); two brothers, William (Helen) of Columbia, S.C. and Terry Rhem of Richmond; two aunts; mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bailey; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Avenue. Funeral services will be Saturday, 1 p.m., at St. John Baptist Church, 4317 North Avenue. Rev. Dr. Michael Felton officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service. |
Mary Ann Brinkley Ingram, 67, of Hopewell, Va., passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at her residence surrounded by her family., She was a member of CACT sorority, Beta Mu "Theta" sorority, Hopewell Jaycettes, Hopewell Quarterback League, Hopewell Church of the Nazarene, a supporter of The James House (EVE), and retired from Firestone Hopewell plant after employed as a supervisor for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Gladys Brinkley; sisters, Dorothy Blanche Baker, Shirley Gray Brinkley; and brother, Bobby Lee Brinkley., She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Riley E. Ingram of Hopewell; daughters, Tracy Ingram of Prince George, Stacy Ingram-Hanson (Steven) of Colonial Heights; son, Riley E. Ingram Jr. (Michelle) of Chester; and grandchildren, Taylor M. Hanson, Parker D. Hanson, Dylan Nester and Drake Nester; a brother, Alfred M. Brinkley (Peggy) of Chester., She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved the beach and enjoyed working in her yard., The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at The First Baptist Church, 401 N. 2nd Ave., Hopewell. A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Lewis Brown, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery. Condolences may be registered with |
TURNER, Mary Amelia, of Richmond, formerly of Newark, N.J., departed this life November 19, 2009. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. |
INGRAM, Mary Ann Brinkley, 67, of Hopewell, Va., passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was a member of CACT Sorority, Beta Mu "Theta" Sorority, Hopewell Jaycettes, Hopewell Quarterback League, Hopewell Church of the Nazarene, a supporter of The James House (EVE), and retired from Firestone Hopewell Plant where she was employed as a supervisor for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Gladys Brinkley; sisters, Dorothy Blanche Baker, Shirley Gray Brinkley; and brother, Bobby Lee Brinkley. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Riley E. Ingram of Hopewell; daughters, Tracy Ingram of Prince George, Stacy Ingram-Hanson (Steven) of Colonial Heights; son, Riley E. Ingram Jr. (Michelle) of Chester; and grandchildren, Taylor M. Hanson, Parker D. Hanson, Dylan Nester and Drake Nester; and a brother, Alfred M. Brinkley (Peggy) of Chester. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved the beach and enjoyed working in her yard. The family will receive friends Friday, November 20, 2009 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The First Baptist Church, 401 N. 2nd Ave., Hopewell. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 4 p.m. in the First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Dr. Lewis Brown, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery. Condolences may be registered with jtmorriss.com. |
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Mary Laughlin BRISTOL, Tenn. Mary Laughlin, 65, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, from the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a daughter of the late Jack Thomas and Ceceile Leftwitch Thomas Davenport. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by first husband, Ellis Lee Stanle; second husband, Carl Allen Laughli; , son, Dennis Stanley; , and brother, Sammy Thomas. She was a caring and loving mother who was always there for her children. Mary leaves behind two daughters, Theresa Duffield and Roxanne Bowers; three sons, Brian Stanley, Aaron Stanley and Allen Stanley; three grandchildren, Allen Stanley Jr., Brianna Stanley, and Brandon Stanley; and a sister, Alma Sue Leonard, all of Bristol. The family will receive friends from 1 until 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. The committal service and interment will follow in East Hill Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting, Mrs. Laughlin and her family are in the care of Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. |
Cheryl A. Mason CHESAPEAKE - Cheryl A. Mason, 44, died Nov. 16, 2009. Cheryl was born in Norfolk to Peggy Allen and the late Roland Vincent Allen Jr. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially her mother. Cheryl had worked as an EMT and a CNA. She was predeceased by a sister, Deborah Coen. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 11 years, Clyde Mason; children, Christopher (Leah) Baggett and Brian Baggett of Chesapeake, Jessica (Mark) Everett of Elizabeth City, N.C., Joshua, Mathew, Kathryn and Elizabeth Mason, all of Chesapeake; siblings, Vincent "Whitehead" Allen III of Chesapeake, Brenda Gregory of Missouri and Catherine Greenwood of Wyoming; five grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at Twiford Funeral Home, Chesapeake, with the Rev. Harold Beck officiating. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Roxie Layne Mason, 96, of Evington, Va., passed away November 19, 2009. Graveside Saturday, 11 a.m., Evington United Methodist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston., Make a memorial contribution |
HAWLEY, Maurice, 31, of Richmond, Va., died on November 9, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shelia Celestine Hawley Dickens. He leaves to cherish a loving and devoted wife, Shameka. His memory lives on through his seven children, Deshun, Lesha, Nyesha, Maurice "Lil Moe," Lamont, Moenay, and Celeste; two uncles, Alfred Jr., Terry Hawley; two aunts, Carolyn and Cheryleen Hawley; mother-in-law, Thelma Taylor of North Carolina; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews. Maurice was an only child, but found a brother in William "Lil Man" Spencer. Big Moe touched a lot of people and they touched him in some kind of way. He was a great listener, and a very good talker. He loved people. Big Moe made people feel special, accepted and loved. Memorial services will be conducted at W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave., at 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009. |
of remembrance will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, at North Run Baptist Church's fellowship hall, 2100 Lydell Drive, Richmond, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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Michael was born on Oct. 9, 1953, in Newport News to the late Marcus Garvey Dillard and Maggie Koonce., He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Guinelle Koonce; son, Micah; three brothers, Leroy Koonce (Annie), Marion Koonce and Anthony Koonce (Paula); three sisters, Peggy Burley (Curtis), Delores Williams (Dennis) and Mildred Gullage (Leonard); and a host of aunts, uncles, family and friends., Viewing will be held Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, from noon to 6 p.m. at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, Newport News, VA 23607. Funeral services will be held noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at First Baptist Church, 112 Mahan Street, Suffolk, Va. Interment will follow in Carver Cemetery., Condolences may be sent to |
Mildred is survived by her husband, Jesse; her children, Jelane Honeysuckle, Jereon and Jarena Brown; her sisters, Millerson Jackson, Dana McFarland and Olivia Moore; her brothers, John, Orlando, Ira, Warren, Wayne and Henry Dallas; and the grandchildren she loved to spoil, Jousha, Denard, Jurica, Bianca and Ariel., Viewing hours at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, in Hampton, Va., are from 1to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, 2009. A service celebrating Mildred's life will also be held at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, in Hampton, Va., Friday, Nov. 19, 2009, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow immediately after at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Suffolk, Va. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. James Millsaps and the Rev. Shawn Dobbins will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
TUNSTALL, Mr. Moses Lee, of 1432 Minefee Street, departed this life November 18, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Tunstall; six sons, Andre, David, Graham (Tere), Danny (Yvonda), Darrell and Devon; three daughters, Mary Ann, Peggy and Sharon Wood (Charles); 14 grandchildren; one brother, Grover Tunstall; one sister, Mary Tunstall; one godchild, April Morgan; a host of nephews and nieces, among them two devoted nieces, Anne Tunstall and Mildred Jones; other relatives and friends, one devoted friend, Geraldine Morgan. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street, where the family will receive friends Friday from 7 to 8 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. Rev. Dr. Ronald C. Taylor Sr. officiating. Burial Maury Cemetery. |
BOWLES, Carrol R. "Randy," age 68, passed away Monday, November 16, 2009. He is survived by numerous family members and lifelong friends. Friends and family are asked to share remembrances at the memorial service to be held Friday, November 20, at 6:30 p.m. The service will take place at Bon Air Baptist Church, 2531 Buford Road, Richmond, Virginia. |
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2 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Fries Baptist Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
. Friends may call on Friday afternoon, November 20, 2009, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
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ANDERSON, Oscar Wilton, "Willie Boy," 80, departed this life Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Willie Boy leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 40 years, Evelyn Burruss Anderson; loving daughter, Maria Anderson-Davis; three grandchildren, Marlon Jackson, Cher Lewis (Martin) and Crystal Davis; four great-grandchildren; siblings, Priscilla Davis (Grady), Leatrice Davis, C. Melvin Anderson (Shelia) and John Anderson (Bernice); son-in-law, James Jackson; two sisters-in-law, six brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. Willie Boy was a retired truck driver for Richfood Dairy. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. After 10 a.m. Saturday, November 21, his remains will rest in Abner Baptist Church, 15143 Abner Church Road, Glen Allen, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Rev. Jaimal Hayes officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com |
Ours, Andrew Clyde - Andrew Clyde Ours Andrew Clyde Ours, age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Ireda .... |
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at "The Pointe Golf Course" in Powells Point. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Willard White (Bill) Painter, of Buena Vista, Va., died on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home, Buena Vista, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
will follow Saturday, Nov. 21, at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at Lynnhaven Presbyterian Church, 136 South Lynnhaven Road, by Dr. J. Scottie Griffin. Memorial donations may be made to the Lynnhaven Presbyterian Church (for the food pantry and food baskets). Colonial Crematorium is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Central United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dave Mucha officiating. Myra asked that any memorials for her be made to Camp Alta Mons, 2842 Crockett Springs Road, Shawsville, Va. 24162. Myra's family would like to thank Gentle Shepherd Hospice for their compassionate and helpful care of her these past months. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Rev. Robert Calvin Penrod, 82, of Hillsville, Va., passed away November 17, 2009. Funeral Saturday, November 28, 2009, at Diamond Funeral Home, South Fork, Pa. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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Robert Melvin Pruitt Sr., 78, of Martinsville, Va., passed away November 19, 2009. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2009, at Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc. & Crematory., Make a memorial contribution |
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Nov 20, 2009 Rachel L. Baker Hollmandollor, 23, of Bassett, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at home. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel, Floyd, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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WILLIAMSBURG - Richard Bernard Wallace Sr. entered into eternal rest on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center., He was a faithful member of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, Barhamsville, and he enjoyed doing the landscaping of the church's grounds. In June of 1990, he retired from Eastern State Hospital, after 27 years of service. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends., He leaves to mourn in his passing but to forever cherish his precious memories, his caring and loving wife of 46 years, Marie L. Wallace; his daughters, Ann Elder (Chris) and Candace Wallace (Angel); his sons, Richard Wallace Jr. (Sandra) and Floyd Wallace; his sisters, Irene Randall (Eddie Lee), Shirlene Clark and Ruby Whitaker; his brothers, Melvin Wallace and Sherman Wallace; his seven grandchildren; his five great-grandchildren; his devoted nephew, the Rev. Morris Randall (Helen); his devoted niece, Barbara Safewright; his two aunts, his three sisters-in-law; his four brothers-in-law; and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends., A funeral service will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in New Zion Baptist Church with Dr. Robert A. Whitehead and the Rev. Morris Randall officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Nebo Baptist Church Cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at 206 Jolly Pond Road by 11 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Wallace may be viewed in the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. |
He was born in Keller, Va., to the late Richard Davis Sr. and Helen Matthews. He was formerly of Port Norris and Vineland, N.J., until moving back to Virginia with his daughter., He retired from Venice Maid Company in Vineland, N.J., and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Richard attended Shiloh Baptist Church in Port Norris, N.J., until he was no longer able to attend., He was predeceased by Elizabeth Johnson, Ruth Johnson-Archer, Richard Davis III, Martin Johnson, Damione Johnson and 19 siblings., He is survived by spouse, Joyce Davis of Vineland, N.J.; son, Maurice Johnson of Duluth, Ga.; his daughters, Cecelia Johnson of Clifton, N.J., and Zina Ashley (Odell Sr.) of Hampton, Va.; grandchildren, Anice Johnson, Cortnei West, Daniel Haulsey, Maurice Johnson II, all of New Jersey, Shala' (Andre') of Georgia, Odell Ashley Jr., Najee Ashley, both of Hampton, Va.; brother, Gerald Davis of Virginia; sister, Elizabeth Davis of Delaware; five great-grandchildren and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews., Service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Bethel AME Church, 94 W. Lincoln Street, Hampton VA 23669, with the Reverend Andre P. Jefferson Sr. officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Newport News, Va. Family and friends will assemble at 13 Sandy Lake Drive, Hampton, by 10 a.m. Saturday. Viewing will be Friday, Nov. 20, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday., The family would like to thank the staff at the James River Convalescent Center and the Sentara Careplex ICU 3rd and 4th floor for all of their care., Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home, 251W. Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23669. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
He was the owner of Engle Plumbing, Heating & Air Inc. for the Peninsula & Northern neck area since 2003., Rick was a member of the Wicomico Hunt Club. He was a former commercial fisherman for ten years. He enjoyed being outdoors and sitting on the back porch on his glider. He was the oldest of five brothers, and was considered "an awesome big brother". Rick had four loves in his life: his family, the outdoors, the Dallas Cowboys, and sweet tea. He will be loved and cherished for a lifetime., Rick is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Kathy "Lynn" H. Engle; his son, Bryan Eugene Engle; his two daughters, Jennifer Darlene Engle and Jessica Lynn Engle; two grandchildren, Kloe-Elyzabeth Cunningham and Airen Michael Huskins; father, Richard E. Engle Sr.; mother, Darlene M. and stepfather, George C. Pauls; four brothers, William W. "Wesley" Engle and wife, Sondra, Robert E. Engle and wife, Tara, Bubby Pauls and wife, Jackie, and Chris A. Pauls and Sherry Simpson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends., A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson by Pastor Richard Croxton. At other times the family will be gathered at 122 Forrest Road, Poquoson. Inurnment will be private at a later date., Online condolences to |
WELSH, Richard Loftus, 89, died November 18, 2009 in Richmond, Va. Born in Toronto, Canada, the son of Richard and Marietta Welsh, he was a resident of Charlottesville, Va. since 1960. He leaves his daughter, Catherine Welsh of Richmond; stepdaughters, Carol Zoeller of Fort Lauderdale and Teresa DeMasters of Virginia Beach; and a stepson, Stephen DeMasters of Charlottesville. Mr. Welsh was widowed by his wife, Patricia DeMasters Welsh in 2006. Richard was a WWII veteran, where he served with the U.S. Army in Europe. Following service, he pursued automobile racing and stock car modification, followed by a life career in architectural drafting. After retirement, he was employed by HUD as a building inspector. Mr. Welsh will be fondly remembered as a gifted storyteller with a wonderful sense of humor. Memorial donations may be made to CARITAS of Richmond, Va. |
will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, in Olive Branch Cemetery by Pastor Dan Dowdy. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Deaf Missionary Church, 3520 Johns St., Norfolk, VA 23513., Make a memorial contribution |
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Robert E. "Bob" Sullins Sr. BRISTOL, Va. Robert E. "Bob" Sullins Sr., 72, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, in Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born June 3, 1937, in Washington County and was a son of the late Charles and Virginia Gobble Sullins. He was an honorary board member of Bristol Little League. He was owner of Sullins Plumbing, which has sponsored a little league team for 27 years. He was a member of Valley Drive Baptist Church and had attended Bethel Independent Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Erby Sullins. Survivors include his wife, Frances Sullins; his children, Delores Duff of the home, Robert Sullins Jr. and wife Cathy of Bristol Virginia, Randy Sullins of the home, Mark Sullins and wife Nancy of Bristol Virginia, and Chris Sullins and wife Christy of Bristol Virginia; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his sister, Shirley Dollar and husband Harold of Chilhowie, Va.; four brothers, John Sullins and wife Danna of Bristol Tennessee, Ronnie Sullins and wife Lorraine of Glade Spring, Va., Frank Sullins and wife Ann of Abingdon and Larry Sullins and wife Dawn of Abingdon. A host of friends and other family members also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, with Rev. Johnny Dillard officiating. Interment will follow in Knollkreg Memorial Park in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be Chris Sullins, Dylan Sullins, Adam Sullins, Greg Sullins, Mark Sullins, Doug Sullins and Rick Sullins. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Sullins and Terry Crusenberry. The family will be receiving friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday at Farris Funeral Service. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Roy Smith Rollins POQUOSON - Roy Smith Rollins, 75, a native and lifelong resident of Poquoson, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009. He was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Poquoson. Roy served as Past Master of Poquoson Masonic Lodge No. 49, was Past High Priest of Kecoughtan Royal Arch Chapter No. 42, a member of Knights Templar Commandery No. 17 and a member of Khedive Shriners of Chesapeake and the Peninsula Shrine Club. Roy was a member of the Poquoson Volunteer Fire Department for 60 years, where he held the position of treasurer for 38 years. He was a member of the Virginia State Fireman's Association. He enjoyed his membership in the Clemson IPTAY Club, and has the honor of being a member of the only undefeated football team at Poquoson High School in 1949. Roy worked at Newport News Shipyard for 41 years, retiring in 1993 to enjoy his lifelong passion of fishing and oystering in the waters of Poquoson. The last few years he could be seen sitting outside in his swing, where he enjoyed sharing memories with friends and family and chewing his tobacco. Roy was preceded in death by his parents, William Marvin and Emily Firth Rollins, and brother, William Carroll Rollins. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, his high school sweetheart, Virginia Winder Rollins; his loving children and adoring grandchildren, Roy Smith "Roy Jr." Rollins of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Marvin Ellis "Bubba" Rollins and wife Kathleen and their children Kasey Michelle Rollins and Matthew Taylor Rollins, all of Kennesaw, Ga., and Cathy Rollins "Cathy Lynn" Losares and husband Dave and their children Carin Losares Carr and husband Corey and Christopher David Losares, all of Poquoson; his sister-in-law, Blanche Rollins; and niece, Alicia Rollins Allen and husband Jake. The family will receive friends today, Nov. 20, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home. A funeral will be held Saturday at 12:30 p.m. in Trinity United Methodist Church by the Rev. Rita A. Callis, Martha Jones, and the Rev. Milford C. Rollins. Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton, with Masonic rites. At other times, the family welcomes friends to gather with them at the home, 11 Laydon Way. The Rollins family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff and friends at James River Convalescent Center. Flowers are welcome, or memorial contributions may be made to the Poquoson Volunteer Fire & Rescue Dept., 830 Poquoson Ave., Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to, Make a memorial contribution |
Ronald Eugene "Ron" Norris Jr. BLUFF CITY, Tenn. Ronald Eugene "Ron" Norris Jr., 34, passed away on Nov. 17, 2009. He was born in Sandusky, Ohio. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. Ron graduated from Northeast State Technical Community College in 2007 where he received his associate of applied science degree in electrical technology. He was named to the President's List in 2006 and 2007 and also received the Program Area Award for outstanding student in electrical technology. Ron enjoyed playing his guitar and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Norris of Bluff City; two daughters, Makayla Hunter and Natalie Norris, both of Bluff City; his parents, Ronald Eugene Norris Sr. and Janie Hilton Norris of Jonesborough; sister, Jennifer Fillers and husband Andrew of Nashville; maternal grandmother, Nell Hilton of Telford; two brothers-in-law, Matthew and Travis Stevens; and two sisters-in-law, Wendy Stevens and Trace Hardin; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Rob and Whitney Schmidt of Oak Ridge, Mikey Hicks, Ronnie Hobbs and all of his fellow BTES linemen. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 5 8 p.m. at the funeral home. A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday at 2 in the Sunrise Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Services with Rev. Jim Chapman, Pastor Roger Ealy and Josh Cunningham officiating. A committal service will follow at Washington County Memory Gardens, with full military honors. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at, or faxed to (423) 610-7177. Arrangements for the Norris family are in the care of Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples St., Johnson City, TN 37604 (423) 610-7171. |
BOYDTON - Rose Marie Beckman, 62, of Boydton, Va., passed away on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009. |
POQUOSON - Roy Smith Rollins, 75, a native and lifelong resident of Poquoson, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009., He was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Poquoson. Roy served as Past Master of Poquoson Masonic Lodge #49; was Past High Priest of Kecoughtan Royal Arch Chapter No. 42; a member of Knights Templar Commandery No. 17; and a member of Khedive Shriners of Chesapeake and the Peninsula Shrine Club., Roy was a member of Poquoson Volunteer Fire Dept. for 60 years, where he held the position of Treasurer for 38 years. He was a member of the Virginia State Fireman's Association. He enjoyed his membership in the Clemson IPTAY Club, and has the honor of being a member of the only undefeated football team at Poquoson High School in 1949., Roy worked at Newport News Shipyard for 41 years, retiring in 1993 to enjoy his lifelong passion of fishing and oystering in the waters of Poquoson. The last few years he could be seen sitting outside in his swing, where he enjoyed sharing memories with friends and family and chewing his tobacco., Roy was preceded in death by his parents, William Marvin and Emily Firth Rollins; and brother, William Carroll Rollins., He is survived by his wife of 56 years, his high school sweetheart, Virginia Winder Rollins; his loving children and adoring grandchildren, Roy Smith "Roy Jr." Rollins of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Marvin Ellis "Bubba" Rollins and wife, Kathleen and their children, Kasey Michelle Rollins and Matthew Taylor Rollins, all of Kennesaw, Ga., and Cathy Rollins "Cathy Lynn" Losares and husband, Dave, and their children, Carin Losares Carr and husband, Corey, and Christopher David Losares, all of Poquoson; his sister-in-law, Blanche Rollins; and niece, Alicia Rollins Allen and husband, Jake., The family will be receiving friends Friday, Nov. 20, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 12:30 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church by the Rev. Rita A. Callis, Martha Jones, and Rev. Milford C. Rollins., Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton, with Masonic Rites. At other times the family welcomes friends to gather with them at the home, 11 Laydon Way., The Rollins Family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff and friends at James River Convalescent Center. Flowers are welcome, or memorial contributions may be made to the Poquoson Vol. Fire & Rescue Dept., 830 Poquoson Ave., Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to |
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s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by the Rev. Robert Alderman. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1396 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach, by the Rev. Timothy M. Kuhneman., Make a memorial contribution |
Edna Mayo Seaberry CAMDEN - Edna Mayo Seaberry, 91, died Nov. 15, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at noon in Guiding Light Apostolic Church of Christ, Camden. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of My Mom, Myia Shepard, Oct. 26, 1979 - Nov. 19, 2009, I thought of you with love today. But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, And the day before that too. Your memory is my keepsake, With which I`ll never part. God has you in his presence, But I`ll always have you in my heart., Love Always Your son Xavier Curl, Make a memorial contribution |
He was a lifelong resident of Isle of Wight County, Va., and a dedicated member of Chapel Grove United Church of Christ. He retired from Northrop Grumman, Newport News and Dry Dock Company after 37 years of service., He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 60 years, Betsy Briggs Holland; two sons, Sherman Holland III (Iris) of Portsmouth, Va., and William K. Holland (Melba) of Windsor, Va.; two daughters, Rita Cargill-Brown of Newport News, Va., and Beverly Holland Walkup of Suffolk, Va.; three sisters, Laura Mitchell of Philadelphia, Pa., Lucille Hatton of Suffolk, Va., and Sadie Fitchett of Hampton, Va.; three 'adopted' children, Wayne Briggs, Evelyn Artis and Vella Gilliam; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends., A Celebration of Life Service will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Chapel Grove United Church of Christ. The viewing will be held two hours prior to the service at the church., Pretlow and Chapman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Payne was a gentle soul who loved strangers, his family, and the beauty of nature, and who spread sunshine wherever he went. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and were inspired by his example., A lifelong resident of Hampton, Payne was born on Oct. 24, 1914, to the late Simon Payne Parker Sr. and Miriam Turnbull Parker. After graduating from Hampton High School, Payne proudly served in the Army during WWII, both in the U.S. horse cavalry and as an officer's aide in the Philippines. Upon returning from the war, he wooed, won, and finally wed the love of his life, Kathryn (Katy) Ironmonger. They were happily married for almost 50 years and had one daughter, Radha Janis Horton-Parker., Payne completed the Apprentice School in drafting and worked at NACA and NASA during the glory days of space exploration until his retirement. He also served as a member of the Hampton Volunteer Fire Department for more than 50 years., Payne is survived by his daughter, Radha Janis Horton-Parker, his son-in-law, Skip Horton-Parker; his grandson, Matt Horton; his cousin, Arden Lou O'Daniel; his nieces, Rosalind Tirrell, Jaine Gilbert, and Debbie Spellacy; his nephews, Bob Haukom, Gary Haukom, Mike Ironmonger, and Dan Parker; his great-nieces, Rebecca Tirrell, Tracy McPherson, and Cathy Tirrell; his great-nephew, Barry Sprouse Jr.; his great-great niece, Rachel; and his sister-in-law, Ethelyn Ironmonger Haukom., In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his dear wife, Katy; his brother, Lawrence "Tiggie" Parker; his sister-in-law, Constance K. Parker; and his niece Connie Sprouse., Payne was one the oldest and most beloved members of Hampton Central United Methodist Church, which he had attended all of his life. In addition, he was a member of the Wythe Exchange Club, the Hampton Yacht Club, the Langley Officers Club, the former Fort Monroe Officers Club, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Elks; and was a past member of the James River Hunt Club., Payne was recognized by all who knew him for his philanthropy, his undaunted good cheer, his bright smile, and most of all for his constant reminder to everyone that "things are looking up, up, up!" He was also known "as the flower man" for the floral gifts that he gave to total strangers everywhere he went. For these reasons, he was honored in 2007 by being named a "Community Star" on a televised NewsChannel 3 segment., Payne died soon after celebrating his 95th birthday, from complications following cancer surgery., There will be a viewing at R. Hayden Smith funeral home on Friday, Nov. 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and a funeral service at Central United Methodist Church, Hampton on Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in St. John's Cemetery. The family will greet visitors at Central United Methodist Church following the graveside service., In lieu of flowers, please give donations in memory of Payne to Hampton Central United Methodist Church., Dear Payne, may you keep on dancing, in heaven as on earth! View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Elizabeth Skinner NORFOLK - Elizabeth "Lille" Skinner, 80, of the 200 block of W. 30th St., passed away Nov. 14, 2009 at her residence. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Chapel. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Noah E. Smith VIRGINIA BEACH - Noah Edward Smith, 5, passed away Nov. 18, 2009 in Reidsville, N.C. Noah loved Thomas the Train, and was a sweet, loving child who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his parents, Edward and Juanita Smith; four grandparents, Alexander and Elsie Cabigon and Edward and Vicki Smith; three aunts, Pamela Derrenbacher, Carri Funk and Courtney Cabigon; three uncles, Craig Darrenbacher, Alexander Cabigon Jr. and Wally Funk and "Big Bubba" Jacob, as well as numerous cousins and a host of extended family and good friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Nov. 20, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. A funeral will be held at noon Saturday with the family receiving friends one hour prior starting at 11 a.m. in Tidewater Baptist Temple, 1316 Campostella Road, Chesapeake. Interment will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park in Virginia Beach. Online condolences may be made at, . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Noah Edward Smith, Trust Fund at any BB&T Bank., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Pastor Scott Obenchain officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 20, 2009, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
Keenie was the oldest son of the late Sterling Sr. and Florence Wynn Edwards. He was preceded in death by his sister, Norma Jane and her husband, Charles Lee Jackson Sr.; his brother, Walter Gray Edwards and sister-in-law, Frances Holmes Edwards., Keenie received his early education from the West Point Colored School and served proudly in the Army where he was deployed to Germany in the World War II and was honorably discharged., He joined Mt. Nebo Baptist Church at an early age and blended his baritone voice with the Mt. Nebo Baptist Church Men's Glee Club under the direction of his mother, Mrs. Florence Edwards, and also sang with the Gospel Chorus and the Mass Choir. Under the leadership of the Rev. Steven Banks, he was ordained as a Deacon and served faithfully until his health failed., Sterling worked faithfully for Chesapeake Corporation (Pulp Mill) and retired after 44 years. Not wanting to be idle, he took the job as driver for Sears and before his illness he worked as Courier for the Citizens and Farmers Bank., He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Madeline; one daughter, Hattie Rowe; one granddaughter, Phyllis Gresham (Leon) and one grandson, Kevin Rowe (Jennifer). He also leaves three great-grandchildren, Tatiana Gresham, Darius Rowe and Brittany Shields. He also leaves his baby sister, Frances Jordan (James) of West Point. Keenie was the much loved uncle to Ruth 'Cookie' McNeely (Gerald), Charles 'Peter' L. Jackson Jr. (Gerry), Kenneth 'Mike' Jackson, Loretta Jackson, Diane Murray (Willie), Arlette King (Carroll) and Regena Jones (Franklin); and a host of great-nieces and nephews, cousins and devoted friends. Keenie was loved by all., While there are endless words that could describe his life, all will remember that robust voice, his accomplishments and what he meant to so many-his daily life was his testimony. He will long be remembered as a respected and cherished leader of his family, his church and his community., As a member of the West Point community, Sterling was viewed as gentile and kind to everyone he encountered. He would often travel with his friends to major league baseball games, in Baltimore and Philadelphia, on a whim just to enjoy the spirit of rooting for his favorite teams., He was a very strong man with good Christian character, derived from the values instilled by his Christian life in West Point. He now completes his journey to a better place...to commune with his heavenly family. May God bless him., The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at the Mount Neo Baptist Church, West Point. Interment in the Union Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery, Cologne. The viewing will be 1 to 5 p.m. Friday at the J.K. Redmond Funeral Home and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
celebrating his life will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, at noon, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Laskin Road Chapel. Online condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Sylvia Duncan Golightly FREDERICKSBURG, Va. A funeral service for Sylvia Duncan Golightly will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service in Abingdon, Va., with Pastor Ronnie Musick officiating. Interment will follow in Knollkreg Memorial Park in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be Brian Owens, Keith Owens, John W. Duncan, Freddy Duncan, Chris O'Farrell and Fred Wetcel. The family will be receiving friends at Farris for one hour before the service Friday. Memorial donations can be made to Smyth Chapel United Methodist Church, 30119 Smyth Chapel Road, Emory, VA 24327. Sylvia Duncan Golightly, 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Mary Washington Hospital. Farris Funeral Service, 427 East Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210 (276-623-2700), is serving the family of Mrs. Golightly. |
Pattie A. Tatem CORAPEAKE - Pattie Ann Tatem, 68, of the 900 block of Union Branch Road, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 in the University Hospice Unit of Pitt Memorial Hospital, Greenville, N.C. Ms. Tatem was born in Princess Anne County, Virginia, and was the daughter of the late John Sr. and India Rawls Tatem. A retired children's dental assistant with Dr. Bernard Einhorn in Norfolk, she was a member of Damascus Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her special friend, Paula M. Gibbs. Surviving are her brother, John Tatem Jr. and wife Catharine of Courtland, Va.; two sisters, Kathleen Warren and husband Frank and Dot Moore and husband Johnny, all of Virginia Beach; seven nieces and nephews; seven great-nieces and -nephews; and seven great-great-nieces and -nephews. A private funeral will be held by the family. Miller Funeral Home, 304 Main St., Gatesville, is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any chapter of the American Lung Association. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel with the Rev. Cyrus Taylor officiating. The interment will be in Lovely Valley Baptist Church Cemetery, Wirtz, Va. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
Terrence L. Taylor NORFOLK - Terrence L. "Boe" or "We Gue" Taylor, 51, of the 400 block of W. 29th St., passed away Nov. 16, 2009. He was born May 17, 1958 to the late Joseph V. Taylor and Addie Mae Gray Taylor Moore in Norfolk. He is survived by his children and their mother, Leonard, Omar, Cameron Bullock and Mamie C. Clayton; his stepchildren, Rosalyn, Larry, Barry and Keisha; 24 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his grandmother, Mary Presley Gray; six brothers, Ronald, Joseph, Angelo, Lawrence, Ernest and Darrell; one sister, JoAnn; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Chapel, with a wake at 2 p.m. Interment will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Newport News. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Thomas J. Taylor NORFOLK - Thomas J. Taylor, 60, passed away Nov. 13, 2009. He was born June 1, 1949 in Norfolk. Mr. Taylor was employed with Greyhound and GRTC as a mechanic. He is survived by six sisters; three brothers; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, co-workers and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 120 W. Berkley Ave. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
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BROWN, Thomas McClennon, 61, departed this life suddenly on November 17, 2009 at his residence in Richmond, Va. He is survived by his devoted wife, Geraldine L. Brown of the home; two children, Jasma Adkins (Eric) and Tilson Hargrove; two grandchildren, Justin and Erica; six sisters, Fannie Alexander, Gloria Spears (James), Ruby Jackson (Rudolph), Alfreda Freeman (Richard), Valerie Brown and Cynthia Simmons (Sterling); two brothers, Lawrence R. Brown (Maggie) and James H. Brown; his faithful dog, Ebony, of the home; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, 1 p.m., at the New R.Z.U.A. Headquarters and Conference Center, 2504 Rocky Branch Road, La Crosse, Va. 23950. Rev. Earl Walker officiating, with Military Burial Service following in Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the church from 12 p.m. until hour of funeral. Mr. Brown may be viewed at the funeral home on Friday from 12:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. Feggins Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. |
A funeral service for Mr. Thomas E. Castle will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Castle online at, 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 Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
. She was manager of Patrick Henry High School Cafeteria for 19 years and was a past President of the Food Service Association. In her younger years, Sue was active in the Miss Virginia/Miss America pageant while a member of the Roanoke Jaycets. She also enjoyed chaperoning band trips with Patrick Henry High School band when her children participated in the band program there. She treasured the many Sunday dinners with her family at her home., Her family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for their wonderful care and compassion, especially the Palliative Care Unit staff., Surviving are her husband of 49 years, Robert "Jack" Thomas; daughter, Susan Thomas King and husband, Paul; daughter, Sara Thomas King and husband, John; son, Robert Scot Thomas and wife, Whitney; sister, Patricia Counts Burnette; and brother, Danny Lee Counts and wife, Renee. Also surviving are six grandchildren whom she dearly loved, Will King, Matthew King, Andrew King, Phillip King, Gracie Thomas and Emma Thomas; nieces, Beth Dillon Smith and Lynsey Counts; and nephews, Michael Dillon, Charles Burnette and David Burnette., will be held 3 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Elmo McLaurin officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the , 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 19, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Erica Rae THOMAS, 12-29-1980 11-20-2003, Six years ago you were called to your heavenly home. We knew we would look back with tears and laugh. We never knew we would look back at the laughter and cry. You are part of everything we do and we give thanks for the time we had together. Give Jesus a hug for us. See ya when we get there!, Love,, Dad, Mom, Brad & Pepper, Make a memorial contribution |
Tiffany was a graduate of Bethel High School and later graduated from NSU. Throughout her illness, she was dedicated to the field of social services. She worked at Dominion Services as a mentor/counselor for adolescent women moving towards adulthood., Tiffany will be missed dearly by her husband, Robert Perez II, of Harlem, N.Y.; two sons, Robert Noah Perez III and Jordan Nicholas Perez; grandmother, Louise Harrison; her mother, Linda Hardy; her father and stepmother, Quintin C. Hardy Sr. and Sheryl Lewis-Hardy; two brothers, Quintin C. Hardy Jr., Derick C. Hardy; her niece, Mariah Hardy; and godsister, Jessica Jones; along with Tiffany's stepbrother and two stepsisters, she is also survived by six aunts, four uncles, more than 85 cousins and a host of dear friends that go back as far as 25 years, who will forever miss her., Tiffany was laid to rest in New York City on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. A memorial service will be held at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Hampton, Va., on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009., In lieu of flowers, donations may me made to the Robert and Jordan Perez Fund c/o Quintin C. Hardy, Ebenezer Baptist Church, 171 Semple Farm Rd., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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James Eddie Tolbert, 77, of Boones Mill, Va., passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
at noon Tuesday, November 24, 2009, Central Advent Christian Cemetery, Clifton Forge. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, at Austin Cemetery in Kitty Hawk at 11 a.m. The Rev. Bob Pitsch will officiate. The family suggests that any memorial contributions in Jay's memory be forwarded to Dare County Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000 Manteo, NC 27954. Gallop Funeral Services Inc. was entrusted to assist the family. Condolences to the family can be sent via the online register at, Make a memorial contribution |
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Eunice Burke Watts "Booley" Eunice Burke Watts, 75, of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Autumn Care in Altavista. She was the wife of the late William Hilton (Ebb) Watts. Born Aug. 27, 1934, in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of the late Bernard Eugene and Helen Phelps Burke and was also preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Burton. Mrs. Watts was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church. Mrs. Watts is survived by two sons, William E. (Bill) Watts and wife, Debra, of Lynchburg and Jerry W. Watts and friend, Annette, of Rustburg; one brother, Ronald E. Burke of Lynchburg; two sisters, Jean B. Thurman, also of Lynchburg, and Patricia B. Blankenship and husband, Lee, of Spout Spring; a half sister, Lucille Burks of Lynchburg; four grandchildren, Michele Baker and husband, Chris, Kris Watts and wife, Annette, Kara Trent and husband, Bobby, CPL Hope N. Watts Ramirez, USMC; and five great-grandchildren, Brad Baker, Kayla Baker, Jaden Trent, Carter Trent and Cameron Trent. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with Dr. Jim Moon officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, Nov. 20, 2009, at the funeral home and other times at the home of Bill & Debra, 430 Wildwood Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the Alzheimer Disease & Related Disorders Association. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Autumn Care for the wonderful care provided for Mrs. Watts. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Timberlake Chapel, is serving the Watts family. |
Ms. Valerie Hill entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009., She was born on March 9, 1971. Valerie was a graduate of Sussex Central High School in 1989., She leaves to cherish her memories: her parents, Mr. Elisha P. Hill III and Ms. Christine Hill of Waverly; a sister, Mrs. Stephanie V. Gray and a brother-in-law, Mr. Frank Mandel Gray; one niece, Tia A. Gray; one nephew, Mandel S. Gray, all of Charleston, S.C.; two grandmothers, Mrs. Estelle Gay and Mrs. Mildred Hill, both of Wakefield; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends., A funeral service will be held noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Mars Hill A.M.E. Zion Church, Wakefield, with the Rev. Benjamin F. Petway, pastor, officiating. The interment will be in Booker T. Cemetery, Wakefield. Family and friends will assemble 11:15 a.m. at the residence one hour prior to the service. Ms. Hill may be viewed 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Peace-Bland., Services have been entrusted to Peace-Bland Funeral Home, Waverly, Mr. James I. Gay funeral director. |
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Nov 20, 2009 The funeral for Victor Keith Scott Jr., 27, of Hampton and formerly of Stuart, who died Nov. 14, 2009, was held Thursday at Moody Funeral Services in Stuart with the Rev. C. Leanader Pilson officiating. Burial was in Community Cemetery. Pallbearers were Alvin Scott, Robert Scott, Rodney Scott, Derrick Stubblefield, Kenneth Pullins, James Pullins, Howie Smith and Christopher Stubblefield. |
Virginia Frances Foxworth Renfroe, 82, of Hopewell, died Nov. 18, 2009., Mrs. Renfroe was a homemaker, who loved to cook, camp and work in her garden, but above all she loved to share her faith in the Lord. She was a member of Broadway Baptist for over 45 years where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. She was preceded in death by her husband James Arland Renfroe Sr.; her parents, Benjamin F. and Tula Mable Collins Foxworth., Surviving are two daughters, Brenda Rakowski of Hopewell, Barbara R.Hughes of Prince George; two sons, James A. Renfroe Jr. and wife, Cathy, of Fredericksburg, John A. Renfroe of Hopewell; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, John T. Foxworth; numerous nieces and nephews., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Broadway Baptist Church with Dr. James Maggard officiating. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Broadway Baptist Church, 301 N. 15th Ave,. Hopewell, VA 23860. Condolences may be registered with |
COLLINS, Vivian Whitlock, 89, born February 12, 1920 in Louisa County, Virginia, entered into rest Wednesday, November 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 57 years, Earl S. Collins; and also her parents, a brother and two sisters. She is survived by her sons, Earl Stuart Collins Jr. and wife, Jeanette, Nelson R. Collins and wife, Becky, and Steve W. Collins; 17 grandchildren, 21 great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her brothers, Tim Whitlock and wife, Joyce, Bobby Whitlock, and their families, two sisters-in-law and their families, a bunch of nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Mary Martin. Her funeral will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 21, in the Mausoleum Chapel at Westhampton Memorial Park. |
JONES, W. Stewart, 60, of Beaverdam, lost his battle to cancer Thursday, November 19, 2009. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jodie Lynn Jones. He is survived by his wife, Betty Jones; one son, Stewart Daniel Jones; two grandchildren, Jasmin Camacho and Trevor Daniel Jones; one brother, Willard Smith; and many devoted family and friends. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., and where a funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society . |
REDMAN, LTC Wallace Dorr, 93, of Heathsville, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Wally was Director of the Rehabilitation and Education Division and Chief of Counseling with the Veterans Administration Regional Office in Syracuse, New York. In the late '60s, he was transferred to Washington D.C. where he became Financial and Managerial Director of the Veterans Administration. Wally was predeceased by his wife, May Ades Redman, in 1984. Surviving are his daughter, Lynn Redman Haust (William); and his son, Brigadier General Michael Dorr Redman (Shelby); four grandchildren, Ashley Redman Landman of Charlotte, N.C., Morgan Redman McKnight of Charleston, S.C., Johanna Haust and Ethan Haust, both of Ashland, N.H.; one great-granddaughter, Ella Grace Landman; and Ann Kyker, a friend. The family will receive friends at Jones-Ash Funeral Home, Rainswood, Va. on Sunday, November 22, 2009 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, November 23 at 2 p.m. Burial will follow at St. Stephens Anglican Church, Heathsville, Va., with an Honors Service by the Reedville American Legion. Memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans, Attention: Gift Processing, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301, or Northumberland County Public Library, 7204 Northumberland Highway, Heathsville, Va. 22473. Online remembrances may be made at jonesashfuneralhome.com |
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NEWPORT NEWS - Wesley Earle Chesson Jr., of New Castle, Del., and Newport News, Va., died in a Hampton, Va., hospital on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. He was born Feb. 9, 1922, in Norfolk, Va., to Wesley Earle and Madeline Bedout Chesson., Earle worked briefly for the Virginia State Corporation Commission, before taking a position with Brooks trucking on the North Boulevard in Richmond. He worked for Brooks in Richmond, and was a terminal manager in Greensboro, N.C., and Newport News. He left for a job at Newport Business Forms, and then spent many years at Ferguson High School as a history and government teacher, and earned an M.A. in history from Old Dominion University in 1974., Retiring from the Newport News school system in 1976, he and his wife enjoyed annual fall trips to Montana, as well as their second home in New Castle. Earle retired from the Naval Reserve as a Master Chief Yeoman (E-9) in February 1982., He was a member of the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, Fleet Reserve Association, Delaware Historical Society, Maryland Historical Society, Montana Club, Museum of the Confederacy, Order of the White Jacket at William and Mary, Society of 1812, Sons of the American Revolution, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Southern Historical Association, Virginia Historical Society, and other organizations. He attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Newport News, and St. Peter's Church in New Castle., In addition to his sons, Earle is survived by four grandchildren, Sarah Winborne, Jane Schomburg, Mark Allyn, and Virginia Woodward., There will be a private burial service at St. Mary's Cemetery in Norfolk., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the College of William and Mary Foundation, P.O. Box 8795, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795; Delaware Historical Society, 505 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE 19801; or Virginia Historical Society, P.O. Box 7311, Richmond VA 23221-0311. |
will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, in the Roanoke Chapel of Lotz Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Buchanan., Make a memorial contribution |
at Quantico National Cemetery. Repast will be in First Mount Zion Baptist Church, Dumfries., Make a memorial contribution |
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Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William Andrew Reece Sr., Annie Mae Vestal; his first wife, Annie Ruth Bedsaul Reece; a brother, Bernie Reece; two sisters, Jessie Lawson and Ann Dunne; son, Garland Dale Reece; and grandson, Jonathan Horace., Survivors include his wife, Carrie "CareBear" A. Reece; son, William D. Reece (Vicki) of Idaho; daughters, Ruth Ann Horace (Harry) of Florida and Mary Kathleen "Kathy" Burke of Hampton; stepchildren, Hugh B. Ryan Jr., Gaylon A. Ryan, Kathy Sweeley, Michael Ryan, Carrie Jayne Powell, John Gibbs Ryan, and Lori Ann McKay; brother, Jack Reece (Mae); and sisters, Margaret Nichols and Alice Cutchins (Bill); the family of Annie Ruth Bedsaul; a host of nieces and nephews; and many special friends, especially, Vernon and Shirley Cartwright, Virginia Rollins and Charlie Burke; 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Bill and Carrie combined have 30 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends at W.J. Smith Funeral Home, 210 Harpersville Road, Newport News, Va., on Friday, Nov. 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1510 Todds Lane, Hampton, Va., on Saturday, Nov. 21, from noon until 12:45 p.m. prior to the funeral service. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m. at the church. Burial with military honors will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park. |
DAVIS, William Temple, 80, of Hopewell, died Monday, November 16, 2009 at his home. Mr. Davis was born in Petersburg, Va. and was the son of the late Fred Lee and Libbie Temple Davis. He served in the U.S. Army and was the owner of Davis Candy Company and Burton Davis Florist, a past President of the Rotary Club, a member of the Saltwater Anglers, First Baptist Church, Board of Historic Hopewell Foundation, Crime Stoppers, and was the 1989 Virginia Retailers Association Retailer of the Year. He is survived by his wife, Martha Davis; two daughters, Adele Mansfield Davis Aycock and husband, Charles, of Murfreesboro, N.C., and Susan Archer Davis Myers of Hopewell; four grandchildren, Charles Ray "Tripp" Myers III of Hopewell, Rebecca Adele Aycock of Memphis, Tenn., McKenzie Davis Myers Crawford of Hopewell, and William Charles Aycock of Richmond. A graveside funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, Va. with The Rev. Preston Wagner officiating. The family is being served by the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Memorial contributions may be made to The Historic Hopewell Foundation, 603 Brown Avenue, Hopewell, Va. 23860, or Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Richmond, Va. 23226. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com. |
WELLS, William E., 55, passed away on November 18, 2009. He was born in Petersburg on August 17, 1954. He was preceded in death by his father, Sam Wells; his sisters, Sheila Cimburke and Kathy Wells; and a brother-in-law, Jeff Stewart. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Ella Mae Wells; his sister, Deborah Stewart; and his extended loved ones, Nonnie and Daryl Bowles, Steven "Bubba" and Heather Peterson, Kenneth "Buckson" Varga Jr. and Justin "Jug Head" Bubb. Also to cherish memories of him in his family are Mary Thornhill, Makayla, Mary Kaitlynn, Brianna, Alex, Annabelle, Ciera and Lhea. He also leaves behind a dear friend, David; and his lifelong friend, Peggy Sue. William was employed by Philip Morris for 28 years and touched many lives. He will be loved and missed deeply by all. The family will receive friends at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m., where all are welcome to come and share remembrances of Bill. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
HAMPTON - Col. William T. "Bill" Corbett, (U.S. Army, retired), died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009., A native of Sylvester, Ga., he had been a Hampton resident since 1995., He was a graduate of Florida State University and received an M.A. from Georgetown University with a degree in Politics. He also graduated from the National War College., A Paratrooper in the Special Forces, Col. Corbett served a wartime tour in Vietnam, served in Korea and was stationed in Germany. He retired in 1983 with more than 31 years of service to his country. After his retirement, he operated a security service in Europe and worked as a consultant with ABC Television in their London Bureau. He also wrote extensively for many newspapers including the New York Times, USA Today, the Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal and locally for the Daily Press. An avid fisherman and golfer, he was a member of the Langley Air Force Base Golf Club., Survivors include his wife, Christiane J. Corbett; three daughters, Catherine T. Corbett, Karen L. Ramos and Elizabeth A. Corbett; a granddaughter, Marina A. Ramos; and his brother, Charles D. Corbett., A graveside service with full military honors will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010, in Arlington National Cemetery. The family will be at home at other times., , 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite A102, Newport News, VA 23606. |
William Temple Davis, 80, of Hopewell, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 at his home., Mr. Davis was born in Petersburg, Va., and was the son of the late Fred Lee and Libbie Temple Davis. He served in the U.S. Army and was the owner of Davis Candy Co. and Burton Davis Florist, was a past president of the Rotary Club, a member of the Saltwater Anglers, First Baptist Church, Board of Historic Hopewell Foundation, Crime Stoppers, and was the 1989 Virginia Retailers Association Retailer of the Year., He is survived by his wife, Martha Davis; two daughters, Adele Mansfield Davis Aycock and husband, Charles, of Murfreesboro, N.C., and Susan Archer Davis Myers of Hopewell; four grandchildren, Charles Ray "Tripp" Myers III of Hopewell, Rebecca Adele Aycock of Memphis, Tenn., McKenzie Davis Myers Crawford of Hopewell and William Charles Aycock of Richmond., A graveside funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, Va.; with the Rev. Preston Wagner officiating. The family is being served by the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Historic Hopewell Foundation, 603 Brown Ave., Hopewell, VA 23860, or Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100 Richmond, VA 23226. Condolences may be registered with |
He was employed with Black and White Cars and HRT Medical Transport both of Norfolk., He leaves to treasure his memories, his wife, Jean O. Burton of Virginia Beach; his mother, Mrs. Addie J. Burton of Newport News; one son, Darius Burton (Kynyata) and his mother Gloria Burton all of Virginia; one daughter, Ebony N. Thompson of Norfolk; one sister, Charlene Burton of Hampton; one brother, Nathaniel Burton (Angela) of Hampton; three granddaughters, Ariah, Aaliyah and Anvia Burton all of Virginia Beach; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins and friends., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov, 21, 2009, at Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions with Pastor Willie J. Pennington, officiating. Viewing one hour prior to the service Saturday at the Funeral Home., Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby, Funeral Directress, 757-357-4742. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Born in Lumberton, N.C., he was a Peninsula resident for the past 58 years. He was a member of the Plumbers & Pipefitters Local #540 in Newport News, the Warwick Moose Lodge #1711, and the Hampton Roads Moose Legion #199., Survivors include his beloved wife, Jean Mercer of Newport News; his father, R. T. Mercer of Newport News; four daughters, Darlene Mercer-Siegel of Ellicott City, Md., Michele Mercer of Newport News, Nikki Mercer Reinhart of Williamsburg, and Brigitte Mercer of New Orleans, La.; two stepdaughters, Suzette Polyzos of Hampton, and Kirstie Lugo of Chesapeake; stepson, Steve Rowe of Isle of White; three brothers, Charles Mercer of Alexandria, Johnny Mercer of Poquoson, and Larry Mercer of Portsmouth; one sister, Wanda Lemke of Marietta, Ga.; his uncle, Ralph Milligan of Rockingham, N.C.; 14 grandchildren; one great- grandchild; his sons-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, and special friends., A memorial service will be conducted by the Rev. Mark Hambrick at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at the Weymouth Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the Warwick Moose Lodge #1711 following the service., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the, , 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite A-102, Newport News, VA 23606. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
The Rev. Xavier Manuel (Bemoe) Morgan, son of the late Lawrence and Dorothy Morgan, receded to eternal life on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at the Hampton Veterans Hospital at approximately 1 a.m., Xavier was reared in Wakefield, Va., and attended faithfully Pocahontas Church. He graduated from the Sussex County School System. Upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was honorably discharged from the Air Force and began his study in computer science. He became employed in both the state and private sector for a number of years., Xavier was a gifted singer and soloist performing with various groups. One particular group which he so admired, The Voice of Elite. They were not only singers but a family. For better employment opportunities, Xavier relocated to Maryland where he accepted a position with the Maryland Attorney General's Office until his medical retirement. He then moved to the Newport News area to be near family. He united with the Colossians Baptist Church family and later answered the call to ministry. God's infallible word was forever in his heart as he studied privately and corporately, earning a master's degree in theological studies. Xavier relocated to Atlanta in most recent years and continued in his calling while attending Bethel Church until his health declined., "He is the Author and Finisher of My Faith", Leaving to forever cherish his memory is one son, Cameron Kennedy of Houston; two sisters, Jackie Morgan Stith (Melvin) of the home, Vanessa Claiborne (Robert) of Petersburg, Va.; three brothers, Larry Morgan (Yvonne) and Wayne Morgan (Holly), both of Atlanta, and Cecil Morgan (Mattie) of Newport News, Va.; three uncles, Webster Brown of Surry, Va., Norman Brown of the Philippians and George Brown of Wakefield, Va.; three aunts, Vashti Miles and Bessie Thornton, both of Wakefield, Va., Barbara Richwood of New Jersey; a devoted niece, Miyoshi Stith of Maryland; a devoted cousin and godsister, Stephanie Balderama of Smithfield, Va.; one sister-in-law, Brenda Morgan of New Jersey; three brotherly friends, Lawrence Taylor and Tyrone Lundy, both of Petersburg, Va., and Van Clay Joyner of Smithfield, N.C.; a host nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members., A service of love and remembrance will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Colossian Baptist Church, 856 Old Fort Eustis Blvd., Newport News, Va., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Morgan online at, 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 Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
Zech, Mary Ann - IN LOVING MEMORY MARY ANN ZECH Nov 26, 1941 - Nov 20, 2008 Though tears in our eyes do not glisten, And our face .... |
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TAYLOR, Zelda S. "ZZ," passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. She was the beloved mother of Bess Taylor, Bill Taylor and James (Kathy) Taylor; and cherished grandmother of Amber Taylor, Drew Taylor and Brooke Taylor. She was preceded in death by her dear husband, Charles William Taylor Jr.; and parents, Marie Elizabeth and Hiram Stowers Short. ZZ was a graduate of Duke University. She spent her life caring for others, spending 50 years in the healthcare industry, teaching Sunday School and being active in her church. She had a special connection to her granddaughter, Amber, whom she had the opportunity to help raise for several years. Services for family and friends to celebrate ZZ's life will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Unity Church of Richmond, 800 Blanton Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23221. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army of Bluefield, W.Va. |
Paul Edward Zelenak, 67, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at his home. He was born in Windber, Pa., on October 26, 1942, the son of the late Paul and Elizabeth Zelenak. He was retired from General Electric as a mechanical engineer. Surviving is his loving wife of 44 years, Darlene Victoria Zelenak; two sons, Edward William and wife, Christina Yvonne, of Greensboro, N.C., and Randy Allen and wife, Melissa Kay, of Roanoke; and five grandchildren, Devan Paul and Kyle Edward, of Greensboro, Michael Allen, Brianna Kay and Katelyn Renee, of Roanoke. He loved playing cards and looked forward to his Tuesday lunch and bridge games with close and good friends at the Roanoker and his monthly poker games. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Avenue from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Services will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel. Dr. Jeff Scott will officiate. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
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