Monday, November 23, 2009

Virginia Obituaries 11/23/09


 

Adolphus G. Bradshaw

Their eldest son, Gilliam, preceded him in death. He is survived by their other children, M. Anderson Bradshaw and wife, Ann, Richard Bradshaw, Lawrence Bradshaw, Nancy Sheppard and husband, Charles, Philip Bradshaw and wife, Melanie, and Russell Bradshaw and wife, Linda., The family will receive visitors at Nelsen Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m. today. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, at Olive Branch Christian Church, Norge, Va., In lieu of flowers, please remember 'AG' by giving to the living by donating to your favorite charity or to the Olive Branch Memorial Trust Fund, P.O. Box 190, Norge, VA 23127. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Alexander, Fred

will be held Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 1 p.m. in St. John's Episcopal Church by Father Fred Poteet. Burial will be private. There will be open viewing hours today at Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the or . Condolences may be made to the family at www., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Andrew E. Dawkins II

"Andy" was born June 15, 1970, to Peggy Dawkins and the late Andrew Edwards Dawkins., He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Charity Dabney, and Morgan H. and Ora E. Dawkins; and his cousin, Richard "Ricky" Owens., He is survived by his mother, Peggy Dawkins; stepmother, Willye Dawkins-Baker (Marvin); sisters, Carolyn L. Jones (James) and Toni A. Martin (Darnell); Brother, Ernest L. White Jr.; a special aunt, Julie Dabney Fox; aunt, Audrey Haynes; devoted cousins, Edward R. Fox, Sherry Dabney and Anthony Hilliard; uncles, Harold Dabney and Harvey Dawkins (Evelyn); and a host of other family and friends., Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, NN,VA 23607. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to


 


 

Anne Holmes Wade

WADE, Anne Holmes, 83, went to be with her Lord on Friday, November 20, 2009. Anne was an administrative assistant with Sears for 25 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank A. Wade Jr. She is survived by her two children and their spouses, Dr. Anderson and Nancy Wade of Richmond, and Cindy and John Jones Jr. of Dalton, Ga.; four grandchildren, Brandon (Jessica) Jones, Courtney Jones, Bryan Wade and Kimberly Wade; one great-grandchild, Khloe; and two devoted nieces and their families. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at Christ United Methodist Church, 6818 West Grace St. Burial will follow at Westhampton Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be to Christ United Methodist Church, 6818 West Grace St., Richmond, Va. 23226


 


 

Arthur L. Clements

Arthur Lee Clements, 78, of Petersburg, passed away Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at his residence. Born in Emporia, Va., he was the son of the late Rufus Arthur and Lucy Story Clements., Mr. Clements retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of service. He was a member of Carson Ruritan Club. Mr. Clements was preceded in death by a son, Barry Clements. He is survived by his wife, Mary L. Clements; daughters, Connie Pillsbury and Cheryl Clements; sons, Rick Clements and Bryan Clements; grandchildren, George Pillsbury, Samantha Pillsbury and Cody Engle; and son-in-law, Craig Hughs., A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28 at the residence, 15227 Providence Road, Petersburg, VA 23805., Condolences may be registered at


 


 

Arthur Lee Clements

CLEMENTS, Arthur Lee, 78, of Petersburg, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2009 at his residence. Born in Emporia, Va., he was the son of the late, Rufus Arthur and Lucy Story Clements. Mr. Clements retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of service. He was a member of Carson Ruritan Club. Mr. Clements was preceded in death by a son, Barry Clements. He is survived by his wife, Mary L. Clements; daughters, Connie Pillsbury and Cheryl Clements; sons, Rick Clements and Bryan Clements; grandchildren, George Pillsbury, Samantha Pillsbury and Cody Engle; and son-in-law, Craig Hughs. A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, November 28 at the residence, 15227 Providence Road, Petersburg, Va. 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com


 


 

Barbara Dixon

Mrs. Barbara Dixon, 67, of 819 Hagan Ave., Norfolk, died Sunday morning at 1308 Carrington Crescent, South, Portsmouth. Remains rest at the Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va., She is the mother of Kevin D. Dixon, 804-304-1719. Funeral directors are Tuckers Funeral Home, Petersburg, M.E. Fisher Funeral Home, Newport News, Community Funeral Home, Norfolk and Monroe Funeral Home, Norfolk.


 


 

Barker Jr., Frederick

Frederick N. Barker Jr. COURTLAND - Frederick Nichlson "Ticky" Barker, 78, died Nov. 21, 2009, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Franklin, he was the son of the late Frederick Nichlson and Susie Parker Barker and was predeceased by his sister, Betty Anne Fraser. He was a retired weight enforcement officer for the Virginia State Police and a member of the Virginia Fraternal Order of Police Robert A. Hill Lodge No. 56. Fred was also a member of the Founders and Patriots of America, a member of the Sons of the Confederate Veterans, a member of the Southampton County Historical Society, a 50-year Mason with the Courtland Masonic Lodge No. 85, and a member of the Manry Hunt Club. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 51 years, Jean Allen Barker; his daughter, Holly Barker Dawson (Joseph); his son, Frederick Nichlson "Nicky" Barker III; and two grandchildren, Thomas and Jade Dawson. The funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Courtland United Methodist Church with the Rev. Richard Gordon officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. The Virginia State Police will serve as pallbearers and Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at Wright Funeral Home with Masonic rites being held at 6:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Robert A. Hill Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 56, 22227 Main St., Courtland, VA 23837 or , 500 Plume St. East, Suite 110, Norfolk, VA 23510., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Belvin Earnest White

Belvin "Jack" Earnest White, 91, of Halifax, Virginia, formally a longtime resident of Charlottesville, died Saturday, November 21, 2009., He was born in Nelson County on October 18, 1918, to the late Henry J. White and the late Susie R. Morris White., He was retired from Southern Railroad after 38 years of service, served in the Army during World War II and was a life-long member of Belmont Baptist Church., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Lee and Irvin White., He is survived by his beloved wife, Betty Ashley White of Halifax; a son, Jack B. White of Halifax; a sister, Gertrude Beverly of Ruckersville; three grandchildren, Jared A. White and his wife, Carrie, of Cincinnati, Ohio, Cooper D. White of Charlottesville, and Ashley E. White of Richmond; and one great-grandchild, Jenna L. White of Cincinnati, Ohio., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at Teague Funeral Home Chapel where the family will receive friends from 10 until 11 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery


 


 

Betty M. Rew

YORKTOWN - Betty M. Rew, age 79, widow of Farring C. Rew, passed away Sunday Nov. 22, 2009. 


 


 

Beulah Mitchell

Beulah W. Mitchell, 94, formerly of Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away in the Culpeper Regional Hospital, Culpeper, Virginia, Saturday, November 21, 2009., Mrs. Mitchell was born in Bedford County, Virginia, to Charles E. Willis and Lottie Lee Parker Willis on October 17, 1915; retired as a Licensed Practical Nurse and was the widow of Andrew Dew Mitchell., Survivors include her son, Roger W. Mitchell Sr. of Culpeper, Virginia; her grandchildren, R. W. Mitchell Jr. and his wife, Marlene, of Culpeper, Virginia and Sheila Ann VanBastelaer and her husband, Frederick, of Richmond, Indiana; and six great-grandchildren., Graveside funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at Monticello Memory Gardens, 670 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902, with the Reverend Jeff Light conducting the service., Arrangements have been entrusted to the Clore-English Funeral Home, 11190 James Monroe Highway, Culpeper, VA 22701.


 


 

Burwell, Dorothy Adams (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory Dorothy Adams Burwell June 5, 1932 - November 23, 2007 "Gift of God" Love, Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

CALVIN BAGBY Sr.

BAGBY, Calvin C. Sr., 77, of Richmond, died November 20, 2009. Surviving are his wife, Vivian H. Bagby; son, Calvin C. Bagby Jr.; two grandsons, Ryan A. and Sabstain N. Bagby; nieces and nephews, two devoted, Joyalin M. and L. Robert Bolling; brother-in-law, David M. Harris; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where the family will receive friends on Monday, November 23, from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24, at Metropolitan African American Baptist Church, 5263 Warwick Road. Rev. Dr. Roscoe D. Cooper Jr. officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Alzheimer's Association -Greater Richmond Chapter, 4600 Cox Road, Suite 130, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com


 


 

Caldwell, Kenna

will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Carol J. Smith

Jan is survived by her parents, Frank and Elizabeth Wheeler of Newport News; her two children, Jason and Jennifer Smith of Newport News; and her sisters, Karan Calano of Newport News, and Gail Ricks (husband, Wendell Ricks) of Yorktown. Also blessed with lasting memory of Jan are her nieces, Jordan and Courtney Ricks of Yorktown; nephews, David and Joseph Calano of Gloucester; aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, many friends.


 


 

Carolyn C. LOVELL

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


 


 

Cason, Stanley

will be held at noon Tuesday in Mount Zion AME Church, 2268 Princess Anne Road, Pastor McClain officiating. Beach Funeral Services Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered online at, . Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Charles A. Reiordan

NEWPORT NEWS - Charles A. Reiordan, 83, died Sunday morning, Nov. 22, 2009, in the company of his wife of 62 years, Iona and his son, Bruce., Charles entered the U.S. Navy in January 1944, and was honorably discharged on April 1947. He moved to Richmond, Va., where he met and married Iona Sprouse Reiordan in June 1947. Charles and Iona lived in Richmond until 1960, when they relocated to Newport News, where they have resided and made a home for the past 49 years. Charles retired for the Yorktown Navel Weapons Station in 1982, after 23 years of service., He is survived by his loving wife, Iona Reiordan of Newport News; a son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Vicky Reiordan of Satellite Beach, Fla.; grandson, Paul Reiordan of Safety Harbor, Fla.; several nieces, nephews and cousins., Order of the Eastern Star service will be at 7 p.m., followed by visitation with the family until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at Morrison United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Delia Parrish officiating. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park, with Masonic rites., Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Charles Corke

CORKE, Charles Philip, 84, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 16, 2009. He spent most of his adult life and raised his family in Oakton, Virginia before retiring to Fredericksburg, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Elaine Corke, and is survived by his two daughters, Kelly C. Pledger of Manakin Sabot, Virginia, and Kristi L. Schlegelmilch of Culpeper, Virginia; as well as his sister, Lorraine Lacey of Aurora, Colorado; and his grandchildren, Heather Bentley, Lindsey Schlegelmilch, Ryan Pledger and Hannah Pledger. Mr. Corke was born in Studley, Kansas on October 7, 1925 and grew up in Hoxie, Kansas. He was graduated from Sheridan Community High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the age of 18, serving from July 1, 1943 through August 26, 1946 when he received an honorable discharge. His military career included service on the U.S.S. White Plains, CVE 66, a Casablanca Class air craft carrier which was engaged in combat operations throughout the Central Pacific during WWII. He was awarded the American Theater Ribbon, the Asiatic-Pacific 1 Star, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon and the World War II Victory Ribbon, and attained the rank of Lieutenant JG. He received his degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Nebraska and worked for the Department of Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, for over 39 years, fostering a sincere love and respect for the Native Americans. He fell in love with and married Lois in Nebraska and they enjoyed over 60 years of marriage. A memorial service honoring Mr. Corke will be held on Monday, November 30, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the River Road Presbyterian Church, 8960 River Road, Richmond, Va. 23229 and he will be interred with his wife at 2 p.m. in the Culpeper National Cemetery in Culpeper, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the National Kidney Foundation .


 


 

Charles H. Carter Jr.

CHARLES CITY - Charles Hill Carter Jr., "Hill," age 90, of Charles City, Va., passed away on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, after a long illness. He was born Aug. 16, 1919, at "High Hills" in Charles City County, Va.., Eldest son of Charles Hill Carter Sr. and Emily Harrison Carter, he received his early education in Charles City County before graduating from Virginia Episcopal High School. After high school he attended Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College and Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech), serving in the Corps of Cadets, and graduating with a degree in Agriculture in 1943. During World War II, he served with civilian defense. Upon Hill's return to Charles City in the 1940's, he was employed at Shirley Plantation by his cousin, Marion Carter Oliver. Upon Marion's death in 1952, Hill inherited Shirley Plantation and became the 10th generation to own and operate the estate. While continuing to farm the plantation, Hill began his tourism career in the 1950's, by opening Shirley Plantation year round to visitors. Also in 1950, Hill accepted an offer to complete an unfinished Charles City County Board of Supervisor's term. In 1991, Charles retired from the Charles City Board of Supervisors, after 41 years of service, the longest tenure record in the Commonwealth of Virginia at the time., After his marriage to Helle Klingemann on August 4, 1960, the couple made their home at Shirley Plantation. They raised their family on the upper floors while visitors toured the first floor. In conjunction with giving tours through the Great House, Hill Carter was a member of numerous committees and boards throughout his career. Hill was active in promoting tourism to the Commonwealth working with and developing several tourism organizations. He also served as Senior Warden of Westover Church., In addition to Helle, his beloved wife of 49 years, Hill is survived by two sons, Charles Hill Carter III of Charles City, and Robert Randolph "Randy" Carter of Henrico; one daughter, Harriet Carter Pittman; a son-in-law, Kevin Pittman; one grandson, William Pittman of Charles City County; a sister, Gertrude Macon of Richmond; and brother, Shirley Harrison Carter of Charles City., In celebration of his life, the family will hold a memorial service at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, at Westover Episcopal Church, 14501 John Tyler Memorial Highway, Charles City, VA 23030., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Westover Church or the Charles City County Voluntary Fire Department and EMS, 7100 Adkins Road, Charles City, VA 23030. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Charles W. Meissner Sr.

NEWPORT NEWS - Charles William Meissner Sr., a longtime resident of Newport News, died at St. Francis Nursing Center on Nov. 14, 2009 at age 103., He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Charles William and Frances Taylor Meissner of Seaford, Va.; a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Andrew J. Adams of Arlington, Va., a grandson, Charles Leverett Meissner; a granddaughter, Frances deLesseline Meissner, both of Austin, Texas, and sisters, Grace M. Gardner of Philadelphia, Pa., and Ruth M. Robinson of Norristown, Pa.


 


 

Charles Walters

Charles M. Walters, 75, of Earlysville, Virginia, died Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia., He was born on May 18, 1934, in Hagerstown, Indiana, the son of Charles and Ruth (Smith) Walters., Charles graduated Hagerstown High in 1951 and received a B.A. from the University of Cincinnati in 1955. Charles worked as a Director of State and Local Taxes for Champion International, both in Hamilton, Ohio and Stamford, Connecticut and then Borden, Incorporated in Columbus, Ohio., He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Hamilton, Ohio and a member of the Tax Executive Institute., Survivors include his wife, Wanda Walters of Earlysville, Virginia; three children, Lisa Walters of Andover, Massachusetts, Cindy Walters of Charlottesville, Virginia and Charles Eric Walters of Glen Ridge, New Jersey; and four grandchildren, Claire and Beau LeBlond, Olivia Adilman and Ingrid Walters., Besides his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his brother, Gerald, who perished during World War II while serving in Cherbourg, France; and his sisters, June Deardorf and Joyce Dotson, both of Richmond, Indiana.


 


 

Charlie Lee Brown

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Charlie Rhoton

Charlie Edward Rhoton DUFFIELD, Va. Charlie Edward Rhoton, age 78, went to be home with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport. He was a life long resident of Scott County, Va. Charlie was retried from Scott County School System as a bus driver with over 25 years of service. He was a member of Grit Hill Community Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred J. and Myrtle Sloan Rhoton; two sisters, Bonnie Rhoton and Edith Williams; and two brothers, Howard Rhoton and Berdine Rhoton. Survivors include his wife of over 58 years, Frankie Matney Rhoton of the home; two daughters, Kathy Repass and husband Randy of Clinchport and Patsy Vaughn and husband Ronnie of Fall Branch; three grandchildren, John David Repass, Lakieta Repass and Alisha Repass; four sisters, Allie Stewart of Duffield, Dorothy Pendergrass and husband Ralph of Bristol Virginia, Lois M. Jones of Bristol Virginia, and Eula Taylor of Duffield; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5 pm to 7 pm on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at Scott County Funeral Home, 2060 U.S. Highway 23N, Weber City, VA. Funeral services will follow in the chapel at 7 p.m. with Pastor Jackie Frazier and Rev. Kevin Vincent officiating. Music will be provided by the Lee Smith Singers. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Rhoton Family Cemetery, (Redwine Hollow Lane), Clinchport, VA. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer is his special friend, Coy Kindle. Those attending are asked to meet at the cemetery at 10:55 a.m. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting


 


 

Christopher Booker

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Clyde D. Hensley 

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Daniel Snowden Chalfant

Daniel Snowden Chalfant, 80, of Harrisonburg, died Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Sunnyside Retirement Home following an extended illness., He was born on September 4, 1929, in Tsing Tao, China to the late Dr. Archibald Stuart Chalfant and Julia Merriken Chalfant., Mr. Chalfant attended the Friends School of Baltimore and Johns Hopkins University. Mr. Chalfant worked for many years for the Materials Science Department of the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Virginia. He was an elder at Meadows Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville, Virginia, sang in the choir and was a faithful volunteer at Massanetta Springs Camp and Conference Center. He was veteran of the United Stated Army, an avid reader, carpenter, and jack-of-all-trades., He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Elizabeth Brubeck Chalfant; his son, William Stuart Chalfant of Harrisonburg, Virginia; his daughter, Barbara Snowden Chalfant of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania; his daughter, Elizabeth Chalfant Hall and son-in-law, Stephen Cameron Hall, of Palm City, Florida; and three grandchildren, Amber Nicole Hall, Jordan Tyler Hall and Ashley Noel Hall., A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, in the chapel at Sunnyside with the Reverend John Leggett of Massanutten Presbyterian Church and the Reverend Paul O'Gorek of Sunnyside officiating., The family will receive friends following the memorial service., In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Massanetta Springs Conference Center or to the Fellowship Fund at Sunnyside in memory of Daniel S. Chalfant. Contributions may be sent to Massanetta Springs Conference Center, 712 Massanetta Springs Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 or to Sunnyside, 3935 Sunnyside Drive, Suite A, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.


 


 

Danny Gotto

GOTTO, Danny, 41, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Rhonda; three sons, Robert, Danny, and Joey; his goddaughter, Meagan; his grandchildren, Kaylee, Trinity, Winter, Wyatt, and Austin. The family will receive friends 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 Parham Rd., with a memorial service following the visitation at 6 p.m. Interment private.


 


 

Debbie Wade

WADE, Debbie B., 52, of Crewe, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Ralph H. Wade; two daughters, Michelle Davis and husband, Fred, of Crewe, Sherry Gillespie and husband, Dustin, of Amelia; three grandsons, Noah Eason, Ryan Davis, Will Davis; sister, Alice Faye Tipton; two half sisters, Shirley Mae Mercier and Phylis Farleigh, all of Burkeville; half brother, Jesse Arthur Bishop Jr.; and stepmother, Shirley Shorter, both of Crewe. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, from Jetersville Baptist Church, 6440 Amelia Spring Rd., Jetersville, Va. 23083. Interment will follow at Crewe Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Jetersville Baptist Church Mission Fund. Jennings-McMillian Funeral Home in Crewe is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Donald Womack

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Doris V. Haven

She was preceded in death by her only sister, Helen Mills Antoniewicz., In her early years, Doris and family moved to Newport News and later to York County, where she resided the remainder of her life. Doris graduated from Morrison High School, which later became Warwick High School. She attended Mary Washington College, where she earned her Normal Professional teaching certificate. She taught in Yorktown Elementary School for 19 years before becoming a teacher in the Grace Episcopal Day School in Yorktown. Her love and concern for children brought great joy and pleasure to her life. She was delighted when, on many occasions, a former student would recognize her with kind memories of the past., Doris was a lifelong member of Grafton Christian Church, where she served in many capacities. She was a member of the church cemetery committee, which established perpetual care for the cemetery. She served as a Deaconess, Sunday school teacher and assisted in organizing the first young women's guild, which later became the Christian Women's Fellowship and is now known as Disciples' Women. She cherished the fellowship of the wonderful church members., She was a charter member of the Yorktown Woman's Club, a member of the York County Retired Teachers Association, and a charter member of the Waterman's Museum, where she was a volunteer for many years. She also served on the board of the York County Meals on Wheels., Doris enjoyed gardening, fishing, and especially traveling. She was an avid reader of American history., She is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Dexter Stearns Haven; her daughter, Penny Haven Harris and her husband, Shawn Curtis Harris; a niece, Susan Antoniewicz; a brother-in-law, Ted Antoniewicz; and two devoted cousins, Bob Crockett, Ann Sulzberger and her husband, Bill., A funeral service will be held at noon Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at Grafton Christian Church. Friends are invited to visit with the family in the church from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will be in the church cemetery, followed by a reception in the church social hall., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her honor to the Memorial Fund of Grafton Christian Church, 109 Brick Church Road, Grafton, VA 23692, or to the charity of your choice. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Dr. William S. Cooper Sr.

COOPER, Dr. William S. Sr., of Richmond, died November 22, 2009. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later.


 


 

Earl O'Neal

O'NEAL, Earl W., age 81, of Amelia, passed from this life on November 21, 2009. He is survived by his sons, Joseph of Chesterfield, and Timothy of Amelia; daughters, Clara E. O'Neal of Chester, and Millie L. O'Neal Hughes of Henrico; sisters, Frances Harris of Amelia, and Charlotte Jennings of Richmond; eleven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. A church service will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at Arbor Baptist Church, 13701 Butlers Rd. in Amelia, with interment following in the church cemetery. Visiting Tuesday, November 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St. in Amelia.


 


 

Earl W. O'Neal

Earl W. O'Neal, age 81, of Amelia, passed from this life on Nov. 21, 2009., He is survived by his sons, Joseph of Chesterfield County and Timothy of Amelia; daughters, Clara E. O'Neal of Chester and Millie L. O'Neal Hughes of Henrico County; sisters Frances Harris of Amelia and Charlotte Jennings of Richmond, and 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild., A church service will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at Arbor Baptist Church 13701 Butlers Road in Amelia with interment following in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St., in Amelia.


 


 

Eileen Toon

Eileen J. Toon Funeral services for Eileen J. Toon will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the Glenwood Cemetery Mausoleum with Rev. Steve Playl officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christian Life Center, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Southside Ave., Bristol, TN; or to The, , Northeast Tennessee Chapter, 207 North Boone St., Suite 1050, Johnson City, TN 37605. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

Eloise Monroe

MONROE, Eloise, 73, of Richmond, died November 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, James D. Monroe and daughter, Ella Bagley. Surviving are five daughters, four sons, 21 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, two sisters, three sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott-Lightfoot Funeral Chapel, 3021 N Street, where the family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. and where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. Pastor Treva McGeachy, officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Organ Fund at 7th Day Praise and Worship Church, 912 Tulip St., Richmond, Va. 23223. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com


 


 

Elouise S. Gibson

Born May 8, 1934, in Marlboro County, S.C., she was the daughter of the late Frank and Elva Beverly Stanton., She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Sidney Tyson "Badeye" Gibson; sisters, Myrtle Stanton and Sue Catherine "Pie" Peele; brothers, Willie, June, and Buck Stanton; stepsister and brother, Dub and Inez Herndon., She is survived by two sons, Gene Gibson and wife, Kathy of Knoxville, Tenn., and Casey Gibson of Smithfield; special friend, Shirley Bennett of Newport News; and two daughters, Jackie Widner and husband, Larry of New London, N.C., and Judy Dixon and husband, Steve of Mathews, Va., She leaves behind six loving grandchildren, Jennifer and Stephen, Jeremy and Nicole, Charlyn and Caitlyn; and five great-grandchildren, Clark, Jordan, Hope, Baylee, and Myla; two additional great-grandchildren on the way; numerous nieces, nephews, and wonderful friends., She was an active member of Harbor Baptist Church., Special thanks go to devoted caregiver, Irene McClelland; the wonderful and loving staff of James River Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center; Sentara Hospital's 5th floor staff; staff of Virginia Oncology Associates; and Sentara Infusion Center., Donations in her honor are requested to be made to the American Red Cross., Receiving of friends will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, also at Peninsula Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hampton Veterans Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Elsie Mae Phillips

Elsie Mae Tillman Phillips, 88, of Schuyler, died Saturday, November 21, 2009, at a local hospital., She was born April 10, 1921, on the Tillman Farm in Schuyler, where she lived her entire life., In addition to her parents, Thomas Hiram and Elner Taylor Tillman, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Sidney "Bud" Phillips; three sisters, Mary Phillips, Gladys Marks and Martha Kitchen; and three brothers, Henry, George and Emmit Tillman., Survivors include many nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews., Mrs. Phillips was a homemaker and member of Schuyler Baptist Church., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville by the Reverend Thomas Fowler. Burial will follow in the Tillman Family Cemetery in Schuyler., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Tuesday , November 24, 2009, at the funeral home., Memorial contributions may be sent to the Schuyler Baptist Church.


 


 

Emily G. Swain

WEST COLUMBIA, SC - Emily Gayle Swain, 89, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Lexington Medical Center. Her beloved husband of 66 years, Robert, was at her side. 


 


 

Emily L. Harris

She was born Feb. 8, 1922, in Pittsylvania County, Va., to the late Rev. Jessie and Elizabeth Davis. She was married to Jack Harris for 72 years and was a resident of Hampton since 1940., She was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church and a past member of Bethel Church of God in Christ, where she served in many capacities. She was employed as a Nurses Aide at Riverside Nursing Home and was a devoted wife and mother., She was preceded in death by sons, Clayton and Blair McNeil Harris; and daughters, Linda Lee Harris Holloway and Reva Kay Harris., She leaves to cherish her loving memory her daughter, Barbara J. Harris Robinson; sons, Stephen Harris and Michael K. Harris (Lynette); 12 grandchildren; a host of other loving relatives and caring friends.


 


 

Emmett W. Smith

Mr. Emmett Walter Smith, age 85, of Colonial Heights, Va., entered into eternal rest on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2009., He was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Army and retired from the Defense General Supply Center. Emmett was an avid outdoor sportsman enjoying many days of fishing and hunting. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to many. Emmett was a passionate caretaker for his wives and the elderly in his community. He worked untiringly to support Bethesda Baptist Church, a church he helped to build., He was preceded in death by his mother, Cleola Tinsley Smith, his first wife, Irene B. Smith and stepson, Michael Smith., He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Margaret J. Smith, Colonial Heights, Va.; son, Filmore W. Smith, Silver Spring, Md.; daughter, Loretha Taylor (Kenneth), Richmond, Va.; stepdaughter, Tina Morris (Richard); stepson, Russell Smith; daughter-in-law, Angela Smith; grandchildren, Dr. Teletia Taylor, Montrell Smith (Cristan), Sheera Smith, Kendall Smith, Darius Smith, Aaron Smith, Angelic Bethune, Spencer Bethune, and Shacora Tillery; one great grandchildren, Kendasia Smith; four sisters-in-law, Rachel Briggs (devoted), Carrie Flourney (devoted), Janet Berry (Richard), Paulette Jones (James); one brother-in-law, Luther Jones; a hosts of cousins, nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at Bethesda Baptist Church, 15800 Woods Edge Road, Colonial Heights, Va. Interment to follow at Mt. Minnis Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at the funeral establishment., The family will also receive friends at the residence and may be contacted at (804) 530-2004., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Smith 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,


 


 

Esther E. Westry

NEWPORT NEWS - Esther Evonne Westry, 67, went home to be with her Maker on Nov. 20, 2009, after a long battle with health conditions., She leaves to cherish her memories her brothers, Freddy Harvey, Alfonso Harvey, and Addison Harvey; sisters, Mildred Cohen, Shirley Adkinson, and Dottie Bryant; her children, Catherine Wilkins, Joanne Westry, James Westry, Barbara Westry, and Tony Westry; nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; many friends and former co-workers that she worked with during her 17 years at Newport News Shipbuilding., She was loved dearly and will be greatly missed., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. at O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Viewing will be from 1 to 7 p.m. today, at the funeral home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Ethel W. Hayes

She was a lifelong and faithful member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. She served her church as a Deaconess, a member of the Deaconess' Board, the Hospitality Committee, the Pastor's Aide and as a Nurses' Aide. She was a truly devoted Christian and she will be missed by her loving family and friends., She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Hayes; and her son, the Rev. William Byrd Jr., She leaves to cherish her blessed memories, her daughter, Ethel DeVaughn; her brother, Elmo Wynn; her devoted care-giver, Sheila Coles; her three grandchildren; her eight great-grandchildren; and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends., A funeral service, celebrating the life she lived, will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Mt. Gilead Baptist Church with Bishop William M. Dawson and the Rev. Morris Randall, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at 524 Dunning Street (Highland Park) by 10 a.m. on Tuesday. Mrs. Hayes may be viewed in the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday. 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.


 


 

Eugene W. Hickman Sr.

HICKMAN, Eugene W. Sr., 82, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 22, 2009. He was the widower of Lois W. Hickman; and is survived by his daughters, Dorothy Bach, Frances Kibler, Sarah Burles and Margaret Hambro; sons, Eugene Wallace Hickman Jr. and Darryl Wayne Hickman; sister, Ruth Wright; sister-in-law, Barbara Hickman; and 13 grandchildren. Mr. Hickman was a U.S. Army WWII veteran and a former sales rep. with Eskimo Pie. His funeral service and interment will be private.


 


 

Fannie Mumpower

Fannie Irene Higgins Mumpower CEDAR BLUFF, Va. Mrs. Fannie Irene Higgins Mumpower, age 97, passed away Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, at her home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Singleton Funeral Service in Cedar Bluff, VA. Singleton Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Faye Robertson

ROBERTSON, Faye Church, 89, of Hopewell, passed away Friday, November 20, 2009 in Riverview on the Appomattox. Mrs. Robertson was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Robertson. Faye was retired from Allied Chemical as a lab technician with 22 years service and a member of the Bermuda Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, Lewis Robertson, and his wife Carolyn "Tina"; her daughter, Kathy Fleming and her husband, Cary; two grandchildren, Michelle Robinson and Patricia Kennedy; five great- grandchildren, Kimberly, Emily and Alyssa Robinson, Layne and Mia Kennedy; and two sisters, Mozel Walsh and Geraldine Wadell. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009 in Bermuda Memorial Park with Rev. Douglas Echols officiating. Condolences may be registered at: www.nelsencares.com


 


 

Florence Etta Davidson Bradley

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Fred Gibbs 

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Freddie T. Baker Jr.

The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Yorktown. A Mass will follow at 7 p.m. Inurnment will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the church. 


 


 

GARLAND EUTSLER

EUTSLER, Garland T. "G.T.", age 67, of Hartfield, passed away Friday, November 20, 2009 at his residence. He was predeceased by his father, George Eutsler; stepfather, Guy "Buddy" Moore; and a brother, Kenneth Eutsler. He is survived by his wife, Peggy H. Eutsler; sons, Garland Eutsler and Christopher Eutsler; stepsons, Timothy Smith and Jeffery Smith; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Monday (tonight) at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Saluda. A memorial service will be held in Staunton, Va. at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be to the Middlesex Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 98, Deltaville, Va. 23043.


 


 

GINNY BEATY

BEATY, Ginny, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord on November 21, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Gray Couch and his wife, Becky; her daughter, Amy Lane and her husband, Scott; six grandchildren, Michael, Jessica, Courtney, Paige, Jaime and Mallory; her stepfather, O.C. Bentley; one brother, Cummins Beaty and his wife, Brenda; one nephew, Chan Beaty; and one niece, Brandi Bouchard. For memorial service information, please visit www.caringbridge.org/visit/ginnybeaty. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.caringbridge.org.


 


 

GRACE NAPIER

NAPIER, Grace L., 92, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 22, 2009. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Reid Napier Sr. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Donald Gentry; stepdaughter, Judy Fisher; stepson, Reid Napier Jr.; grandchildren, Wanda Combs and her husband, Jeff, Mark Gentry, Shawn Gentry and his wife, Melissa; ten great-grandchildren; niece, Virginia Merry. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rt. 10). A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Clover Hill Baptist Church, 3100 Old Courthouse Rd., Richmond, Va. 23236 or Richmond SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, Va. 23220.


 


 

George E. Johnson "Joey" Jr.

JOHNSON, George E. "Joey" Jr., 49, of Chesterfield, passed away November 21, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary Johnson; his children, Crystal and Christopher Johnson; two grandchildren, Alyssa and Colby; his parents, George E. and Barbara D. Johnson Sr.; two brothers, two sisters, a host of nieces, nephews and many friends. His family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment private.


 


 

Gethsemane Gallop Jr.

NEWPORT NEWS - Gethsemane Gallop Jr., went to be with the Lord on Nov. 20, 2009., He was born Jan. 8,1939, in Manteo, N.C., to the late Gethsemane and Cora Gallop and had been a resident of Newport News since 1974., He served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard, and retired in 1977, after 20 years of service. He was a member of Regimental Memorial Chapel, Ft. Eustis, Va., where he faithfully served on the usher board. Gethsemane was also a Chaplain of D.A.V. Chapter # 2., Survivors include his wife, Carolyn M. Gallop; children, Christopher Gallop Sr., Tahira Gallop of Newport News, and Sharon Gallop of Severn, Md.; one grandchild, Christopher Gallop Jr. of Newport News; one sister, Vivian G. Berry of Manteo, N.C.; and many other relatives and friends., A viewing will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Carter Funeral Home-Denbigh. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at the Regimental Memorial Chapel, Ft. Eustis. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Cemetery, Suffolk, Va., A guestbook is available at


 


 

Gilbert, Mark

Mark Steven Gilbert VIRGINIA BEACH - Mark Steven Gilbert, 50, passed away unexpectedly Nov. 21, 2009. So many of us lost our best friend that day. Mark, who was born in Virginia Beach on Feb. 12, 1959, was the president of Gilbert & Son Moisture and Structural Services Inc. Mark was the most incredibly special person - his family and friends meant everything to him; he touched so many lives in his very short life. He lived life to the fullest, enjoying his passion for hunting and golf with his son, Matthew, and all of his special friends. Left to cherish his memory forever are his loving wife of 21 years, Lisa; his son, Matthew, whom he adored; his mother, Betty Gilbert; his sister and brother-in-law, Robin and Harold Richlie, brothers- in-law and sister-in-law, Michael and Nisha Waranch and Neil Waranch; his mother- and father-in-law, Doris and Seeman Waranch; nieces and nephews, Leigh Ann and Wes Hollender, Andrew Bishop, Blake, Lyle, Sloan and Zack Waranch; and great-niece and -nephew, Aubrey and Carter Hollender. He was predeceased by his father, Bill Gilbert and his sister-in-law, Michele Waranch. The family would like to express their gratitude to the wonderful staff ("Our Angels") in the emergency room at Sentara Leigh Hospital. The burial will be private. A celebration of Mark's life will be held Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 4 p.m. at the Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club, 1052 Cardinal Road, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to SPCA or the Kempsville Rescue Squad. Online condolences may be made to, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Gladys D. Davis

She was born in Dendron, Va., to the late Emanuel and Virginia Williams. She worked for Dr. McAllister as a dental assistant and secretary. She was a member of Queen Street Baptist Church, Hampton., Gladys leaves her devoted husband of 54 years, Oliver H. Davis of Hampton; one brother, Phillip Edwards; and one sister, Esther Bailey, both of Hampton; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Davis of Baltimore, Md., and Edna Davis of Hampton; one brother-in-law, Horace Davis of Hampton; six grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


 


 

Gloria B. Jones

Gloria was preceded in death by her son, Donald E. Jones; and granddaughter, Bridgette Stewart-Jones., She leaves to cherish her memory, a faithful and devoted husband, the Rev. Wilbur R. Jones, Yorktown; children, Wilbur L. Jones of Hampton, the Rev. James E. Jones (Evg. Josette) of Fayetteville, N.C., Barbara L. Jones of Newport News, Pamela J. Jones of Hampton, Tonya Smith-Ball of Hampton, Charles Jones (Elayna) of Yorktown; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; siblings, James Barkers (Janice) of Yorktown, Winston Barkers (Vicki) of Newport News, Dea. Carl Barkers of Newport News, Alexandria Barkers (Ruth) of Yorktown, Roger Barkers (Ursula) of Hampton, Estelle Washington (Charles)of Williamsburg, the Rev. Glendall Billups (Rev. Lloyd)of Hampton, Sandra Ragland of Denver Colo.; mother-in-law, Elsie Jones, formerly York County; sisters-in-law, Annie Harrod (Charles) of Buffalo, N.Y., Elsie Williams (Otto) of Smithfield, Eleanor Friday of Hampton, Ruth McKeller (Charles) of Gloucester, Joan Jones of Gloucester; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


 


 

Gloria D. Jenkins

Gloria was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church. She was an example of what every mother should be. Her love was countless and meaningful. Her deep parental kindness in bringing up her children and any hardships she endured will never be repaid as they are priceless. In other words, her love for her family was endless and indescribable! A mother so unselfishly dedicated to her family, we, her husband and children, only hope to approach the standard she set for us. She also treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gloria loved flowers and spent many hours working in her flower gardens., Her parents, Michael and Marian Dalton preceded her in death., She is survived by her husband, Harry Jenkins Jr.; daughter, Teresa Owens and husband, Sean; son, Allen Jenkins and wife, Michelle; brother, Michael Dalton Jr. and wife, Billye; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Bush, Brittany Owens, Josh Jenkins, Jessica Jenkins, Brett Jenkins, Dillon Jenkins, James Allen Jenkins; three great-grandchildren, Brittney Best, Mikie Emerson and Olivia Bush; mother-in-law, Mrs. Hazel Jenkins; two sisters-in-law, Faye Deal and Helen Jenkins; cousin and best friend, Nancy J. Harris; a host of nieces and nephews., Funeral services, officiated by the Rev. Stephen Young, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, at Bethany United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery. The family will receive friend from 4 to 6 p.m. today, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Gracie Taylor

Gracie Faye Bumgarner Taylor CHILHOWIE, Va. Gracie Faye Bumgarner Taylor, age 84, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in the Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie. She was born in Smyth County, Va., on Feb. 2, 1925, to the late David J. Bumgarner and Ida Eldreth Bumgarner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Garfield Taylor; three brothers, Johnny Bumgarner, Jack Bumgarner and Billy Bumgarner; and a sister, Essie Bumgarner. She was member of Macedonia Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir. She was a great fan of gospel music and had sung with various gospel groups. She was a fun loving, Christian lady, who always put others before herself. She is survived by: three sisters, Betty Lowe, Chilhowie, Nettie Hart, Chilhowie and Ruth Widener, Knoxville, Tenn.; one brother, Bob Bumgarner and wife Lola, Abingdon, Va.; one sister-in-law, Blanche Stamper, Chilhowie; a special great-nephew, Rick Powers, Chilhowie; a special friend, Ann Martin; several nieces and nephews; many other family and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at the Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. Tim Blevins and Rev. Bob Steele officiating. Interment will follow in the Macedonia Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Bradley's Funeral Chapel in Chilhowie or anytime at the home of her sister, Betty Lowe. Pallbearers will be Roy Hart Jr., E.B. Widener Jr., Jackie Dean Baumgardner, David Powers, Jamie Powers, Tony Russell. Honorary pallbearers will be Danny Lowe, Chad Powers, Johnny Russell. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions can be made to The Hospice of Southwest Virginia, 600 West Ridge Road, Wytheville, VA 24382. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at


 


 

HAZEL BRANDON

BRANDON, Hazel 11/28/33 - 11/23/99 My mother was here but now she is gone. She left her memories to carry on. Those that knew her knew her well, and those that didn't I can gladly tell. She was well loved by all and is missed more. Love, Nat


 


 

Hatfield, Elizabeth

will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive, is handling arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Bon Secours Hospice and her loving neighbors and friends. Condolences may be made to the family at www.hollomon-, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Hester Smith

Mrs. Hester Smith (Liza) of 15066 Comans Well Road, Stony Creek, Va., entered eternal rest on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009 at Golden Living Center - Battlefield Park, Petersburg, Va., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Jones-Peace Funeral Service, 13013 Park Ave., Stony Creek, Va. The family may be contacted at (434) 246-4752.


 


 

Hubbard A. Davis II

HAYES - Hubbard (Hub) A. Davis II, 36, passed away Thursday Nov.19, 2009. Formerly of Hampton, Va., he graduated from Phoebus High School in 1991and attended Thomas Nelson Community College., Hubbard was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Ida Conklin Carter and Vera Thrift Welborn., Hubbard is survived by his son, Christian; mother and stepfather, Brenda and Richard Welborn of Smithfield; father and stepmother, Hubbard and Joanne Davis of White Stone; brother, Rick Welborn; grandparents, Milton J. Carter, and James C. and Anna Davis; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins., The family will meet friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home in Hampton, Va. A Celebration of 'Hub's' life will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park in Newport News, Va., In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Hampton, 514 South Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23669.


 


 

Irene McMurtrie

Born Oct. 14, 1954, in the Bronx, N.Y., she grew up in New Jersey and later making Newport News home for the past 22 years., She is survived by her husband, Brian McMurtrie; sons, Johnathan and wife, Glenda, Robert and his wife, Rachel, Joseph and his wife, Chante, Brian and wife, Annabelle, and Scot and his wife, Rachel. She is also survived by a sister, Susan Cabiroy and husband, Stephen; and a brother, Edward Arnold and his wife, Laura; grandsons, Evan, Aiden, Sam and Christian; and many nieces and nephews., A gathering celebrating Irene's life will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the home of her son, Johnathan McMurtrie, 829 Greenwich Lane, Newport News.


 


 

Iris Henley

Iris Gobble Henley BRISTOL, Va. Iris Gobble Henley, 68, passed away Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her father, George Gobble; her husband, Walter Henley; and brothers, Jack and Delmar Henley. Survivors are her children, Terry Fields of Bristol Virginia, and Craig Henley of Rural Retreat, Va.; her mother, Rebecca Gobble; her grandchildren, David Robinette, Johnathan Pruitt, Amanda Fields, Nathaniel Henley, Judianne Morissey, Charla Appleba, and Christa Mosley; several great- grandchildren; sisters, Gladys Carrier, Tiny Willis and Norma Thomas; and brothers, Jimmy Gobble and Wendy Gobble. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Mountain View United Methodist Church Cemetery, Route 75, Abingdon, with Pastor RuthAnne Henley officiating. The procession to the graveside will immediately follow visitation, which will be from 2 until 3 p.m. Tuesday at Farris Funeral Service. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, and signing the online guestbook. Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210 (276) 623-2700, is serving the family of Mrs. Henley.


 


 

JOHN RYAN Jr.

RYAN, John Anthony Jr., of Richmond, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2009 surrounded by his wife and four children. A graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Mr. Ryan served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II in the Pacific Theatre and participated in four island invasions including Saipan and Iwo Jima. He attended the University of Richmond and graduated from Pennsylvania Military College (Widener University). He retired as a Vice President with J.B. Eurell Co. in 1986. Mr. Ryan was predeceased by his parents, Winifred and John A. Ryan Sr.; and a sister, Kathleen L. Ryan. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Elaine Caravati Ryan; two sons, Terry Ryan (Lisa), and Tim Ryan; and two daughters, Maureen Ryan Williams (Steve), and Bridget Ryan Berman (Roger). Mr. Ryan is also survived by ten grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 24, 1 p.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church with a burial following at Mount Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Bridget Catholic Church, 6006 Three Chopt Rd., Richmond, 23226 and St. Gertrude High School, 3215 Stuart Ave., Richmond, 23221.


 


 

James D. McMullan

McMULLAN, James D., departed this life on November 21, 2009. He is survived by Edward B. McMullan, Francis H. and Claire McMullan, Russell and Michelle Rhea, Aynsley Irvin, Monica and Adam Rhea, Robert and Claire Hendricks, Anthony and Millicent Landrum; loving nieces, nephews and family members. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Richmond Fisher House.


 


 

James Everett

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James Lester

James G. Lester NORTH AURORA, Ill. The funeral service for James Lester will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the Old Glade Presbyterian Church with Rev. Robert Thornton officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with full military honors by the Highlands Fellowship Honor Guard. Nephews will serve as active pallbearers. The family will receive friends from noon until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the, , 30 North Michigan Ave., Suite 2015, Chicago, IL 60602. Online condolences may be submitted at, James G. Lester, age 78, a native of Glade Spring, Va., passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Delnor Hospital in Geneva, Ill. Frost Funeral Home, Abingdon, Virginia (276-628-2131) is serving the family of James G. Lester.


 


 

James Middleton Swindells Jr.

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James Sandefur

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James Saum

SAUM, James Baines, Lt. Col. USA (Ret.), 88, of Hingham, Mass., formerly of Rich-mond, died Sept-ember 28, 2009. "Jay" grew up in the Washington, D.C. area and graduated from the University of Maryland. During World War II he was an infantry officer in combat in France and Germany. After the war, he left the Army briefly, married, then rejoined the military to become a career Army officer. He served in many places in the U.S. and overseas, including Panama, Korea, West Virginia, Kansas, Hawaii, Vietnam, and Belgium. His career included a number of years stationed in Virginia, at Fort Belvoir and Fort Lee. After retiring, he lived in Windsor Farms for over 25 years, during which he enjoyed travel, antiques, cultivating roses, visiting relatives, and keeping in touch with many friends from his career in the Army. His wife of 62 years, Helen G. Saum, died in March, 2009. He was the father of James B. Saum, Jr. and of the late Timothy B. Saum, and the brother of Robert W. Saum and the late Hugh H. Saum, Jr. He is also survived by daughters-in-law Jean Byassee and Nancy Sodano; granddaughter Elizabeth Byassee Saum, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services and burial with military honors will be in December at Arlington National Cemetery; for details, please contact Jim Saum at 781-444-6758 or 51 Woodbine Circle, Needham, MA 02494. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Audubon Society, 225 Varick Street, 7th floor, Department W, New York, NY 10014; or the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.


 


 

Jane R. Carnes

FLEETWOOD, PA. - Jane Ratuwalangon "Mama Jane" Carnes, 52, passed away Nov. 15, 2009 in The Reading Hospital and Medical Center., She was the wife of R. Raymond Carne. Born in Manado, Indonesia, she was the daughter of Papa Ratuwalangon, who is the Pastor of Assembly of God Church in Indonesia, and the late Maria Ratuwalangon. She was employed for four years by Giorgio Mushroom Company, as an assembly line worker, and for three years she was employed by Elite Sportswear, as a seamstress and custom designer. She was a member of Spring Valley Church of God., In addition to her husband she is survived by her daughters, Joan and Belinda Ratuwalangon of Indonesia; and her stepdaughter, Antoinette Pussey of Hampton, Va.; along with two grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters and a brother residing in Indonesia and Malaysia., A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Parklawn Memorial Park.


 


 

Janie A. Anderson

GLOUCESTER - Janie Anna Anderson, 73, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009., Janie is survived by three children, Jon S. Anderson (ex-Brenda) and his children, Jennifer, Leslie and Katie; Deborah L. Jenkins (Emmanuel J., and their children, Craig (Rebecca) Bryan, Jammie and Helena; and Paul Anderson (Suzanne); three great-grandchildren, Gavin, Adrianna and Caymden Anderson. She is also survived by two sisters, Helen Visneski of Tiltonsville, Ohio, Gladys Trzaskoma of Weirton, W.Va.; and nine nieces and nephews., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home, and also at 5 to 6 p.m. at Daffodil Gardens Apartment Complex community room on Garden Grove Lane in Gloucester.


 


 

Jesse M. Beasley

MOULTRIE, GA. - Jesse McKinley Beasley, 66, of Moultrie, Ga., and formerly of Hampton, Va., died Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Tallahassee, Fla., Survivors include his wife, Constance "Connie" Adams Beasley of Moultrie; a daughter, Shawn Adams Yeong Beasley of Moultrie; two sisters, Naida Laymon and husband, Jesus of Virginia, and JoAnn Beasley of Newport News, Va.


 


 

Jessie Rene CODY

CODY, Jessie Rene, of Richmond, died November 6, 2009. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. 


 


 

John Mahala

John Robert Mahala ABINGDON, Va. John Robert Mahala, 69, a loving husband, father, and No. 1 papaw, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 3, 1940, in North Carolina, but had spent most of his life in Washington County, Va. John loved his family and was a great dad and papaw. He also loved to fish and hunt. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Millard and Minnie Otey Mahala; his son, John Mahala Jr.; two sisters, Rachel Mahala and Ethel Howard; and a brother, W.B. Mahala. Survivors are his wife of 43 years, Juanita Doss Mahala; daughters, Sharon Kestner and husband Troy of Abingdon, Rachel McCracken and husband Eric of Piney Flats, Tenn., and Melissa Carr and husband Keith of Elizabethton, Tenn.; grandchildren, Santana Warren, Keara Mahala, Alex McCracken, Conner McCracken, Owen Carr and Mahala Carr; former daughter-in-law, Jessica Carpenter of Belfast, Va.; brothers, Jay Mahala and wife Marlene of Morganton, N.C., Howard Mahala of Damascus, Va., Walt Mahala and wife Kathy of Abingdon, Earnest Mahala and wife Judy of Check, Va., Millard Mahala and wife Carol of Bristol Tennessee, Paul Mahala and wife Judy of York, Pa., and Dewey and wife Wanda of Damascus; several nieces and nephews; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Pastor John Price officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens on Lee Highway in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be Eddie Cullop, Brian Cullop, Charlie Roark, Jason Roark, Eric Thompson and Chris Warren. The family will be receiving friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday at Farris Funeral Service. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, and signing the online guest book. Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St. Abingdon, VA 24210 (276) 623-2700, is serving the family of John Robert Mahala.


 


 

King, Santonio (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory Of Santonio "Little Tony" King November 23, 1988 - November 21, 2007 Even tho it has been two years since you left us. We miss you so much. You'll always be in our hearts forever. Happy 21st Birthday. Love, Your Family, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

LAVINIA GREEN

GREEN, Lavinia, of Richmond, entered into eternal life November 20, 2009. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Shaki and Jarmon Green. Cherishing her memory are husband, Lawrence; two sons, June (Maxine), and Heath Green; three daughters, Faith Wood (Milton), Darlene Robinson (Anthony), and Priscilla Green; eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Lewis and Hattie Rice; two brothers-in-law, Joseph and Donald Green; one sister-in-law, Helen Green; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Monday (today), 7 to 8 p.m. at the Brunson's Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Sts. Homegoing services will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m. at Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 913 N. 1st St. Dr. Kenneth E. Dennis Sr., pastor, officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors.


 


 

Lemuel E. Forrest Jr.

A lifelong resident of Newport News, Buddy was born on Oct. 5, 1924., He graduated from Newport News High School in Feb., 1943, and answered his country's call to service immediately afterward. Buddy was a member of the 661st tank destroyer battalion which was attached to the 69th Division in France. He fought at the Battle of the Bulge, the Rhine River and Leipzig as a front line messenger and combat soldier. His Division was the first to meet up with the Russians during the Allied invasion of Germany. Before receiving his honorable discharge as a T-4 Sergeant, Buddy spent the last six months of his military service at the Army War College in Washington, D.C., Buddy graduated from the NACA-NASA Apprentice School in 1952. He began his 30-year career at NACA-NASA as an electronic instrument maker and retired in 1979 as an engineering technician with the Instrument Research Division., Buddy generously gave of his time working as a scoutmaster for the Deer Park Cub Scouts of America and as a baseball coach for Deer Park Little League, Pony League and Colt League teams. Throughout his life he loved sports. He enjoyed playing basketball, football, baseball, softball, golf and tennis. Boating and fishing were favorite pastimes. Bowling also played a large part in his life. While on leave after basic training in 1944, he met his future wife, Pauline, at the Sports Bowl Duckpin Lanes in Newport News. Buddy bowled on NACA-NASA leagues all through his working years and for 27 years after his retirement he and Pauline bowled with the Friday Fellowship League at Classic Lanes where they made wonderful friends., He was predeceased by his parents, Lemuel E. and Alethia Nurney Forrest; and his sisters, Sybil Goodman and Norma Craigs., Buddy is survived by his loving and faithful wife of 62 years, Pauline O'Neal Forrest, whom he married on Valentine's Day, 1947; their children, Wanda Carter and her husband, Carlton, and Gary Forrest and his wife, Martha; four step-granddaughters and five step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his sister-in-law, Estelle Keith; niece, Phyllis Fritschi; nephews, Ray B. and Dale Goodman; special cousins, Thomas Earl and Gerald Deans and William and Denise Nurney., The family will welcome friends today, Nov. 22, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home in Hampton., At Buddy's request, a graveside service will be held on Monday, Nov. 23, at 3 p.m. in Parklawn Memorial Park. The Rev. Katherine Gray will officiate., In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation in Buddy' name to Deer Park Baptist Church, 826 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23601, or to Riverside Hospice, Suite 6E, 12420 Warwick Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23606.


 


 

Lolita A. Jenkins

WICOMICO - Lolita Ambrose Jenkins, age 82, died Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009., Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home & Crematory, Gloucester Point.


 


 

MARGARET ANN BREWER

BREWER, Ms. Margaret Ann, of Richmond, departed this life November 20, 2009. She is survived by two sons, Thomas and Percy Brewer; five grandchildren, Kianna Jackson, Douglas Wayne Brewer, Jamel Brewer, Percy Brewer Jr. and Patrick G. Brewer; nine great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two daughters-in-law, Ireland and Caroline Brewer; and other relatives and friends, among them devoted, Gloria Brewer and Gwendolyn Thomas. She retired from Phillip Morris. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where the family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 12 noon at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 4247 E. Creighton Road, where remains will lie in state one hour prior to funeral time. Rev. Lance Watson, senior pastor, Rev. Hodari Hamilton officiating. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the church Tuesday, 11:45 a.m. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com.


 


 

Mae L. Lawhon

Laverne enjoyed a lifelong occupation as a beautician in Williamsburg. She was a member of the New Town United Methodist Church. An avid gardener, she was especially proud of her beautiful flower gardens. Her life was devoted to her children and grandchildren., Laverne was preceded in death by her four brothers, J.W. Barr, Wilbur Barr, Walter Barr, and George Barr., Laverne is survived by her daughters, Maywood Byrum and her husband, Joe, Deborah Nice and her husband, David, and Cindy Browning; daughter in-law, Debra Miller Lawhon; grandchildren, Alex Lawhon, Ariane Auchterlonie, Kimberly Woodroffe, Melissa Nice, Brandon Nice, Christopher Nice, Leah Aguilar, Christina Lightsinger, Nicholas Henretta, Shannon Byrum, and Tanya Locke; brother, Bill Barr; and 13 great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, VA. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at New Town United Methodist Church, 5209 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA 23188. Interment will follow the service at Williamsburg Memorial Park.


 


 

Mary Amelia Turner

TURNER, Mrs. Mary Amelia, of Richmond formerly of Newark, N.J. departed this life November 19, 2009. She is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, among them Yolanda M. Simms and Henry Redd Jr. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 24 at 11 a.m. Rev. Terrance Redd officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery.


 


 

Mary E. Dalton 

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Mary Elizabeth Watson Jones

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Mitchell R. Leonard

HAMPTON - Mitchell Ray Leonard, 57, lost his courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009., He was preceded in death by his mother, Ula Margaret Leonard., He is survived by his father, C.E. Leonard; his children, Michelle Leonard Johnson, Anthony 'Tony' Leonard, and Crystal Lawrence Spivey; grandchildren, Christian Johnson, Faith and Ava Leonard, Nicholas and Christopher Spivey; one sister; three brother; and many nieces, nephews and cousins., A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Monday Nov. 23, 2009, at Chestnut Memorial United Methodist Church.


 


 

Moore, Tommy "Tom" - "Tom" Tommy Moore Tommy "Tom" Moore was born June 15, 1956 in Denver, Colorado to Doug and Treva Moore, of Buena Vista, Colo. As ....

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Myrtle L. Belvin

Her husband, Malvin Thomas Belvin Sr., and two sons, Roger Belvin and Malvin Thomas Belvin Jr., preceded her in death., She is survived by five children, Billy Wayne Belvin, Linda Adams, Robert G. Belvin Sr., Timothy R. Belvin, and Gladys Thomas; two sisters, Rose Lee Brown and Shirley Harles; brother, John Henry Davis; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren., Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, at Gloucester Point Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. tonight, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Odell Wilford

WILFORD, Mother Odell W., of Richmond, departed this life November 19, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Wilford; daughter, Geraldine Wilford-Council; and son-in-law, James Mayo. She is survived by her daughter, Ethel Mayo; two sons, Ernest Lee Wilford (Janice) and Thomas Wilford (Cynthia); 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; five sisters, Bertha Doggde, Sue Moore, Annie Mae Savage, Carrie Wiggins, and Hazel Conover; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 24, 1 p.m. at Ebenezer Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, 901 N. 32nd St. Ernest L. Wilford, pastor officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery.


 


 

Orien D. Doss

HAMPTON - Orien "Chuck" Delano Doss, 74, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. Chuck was a native of Patrick County and a Hampton resident for 47 years., Chuck was a welding supervisor with Northrop Grumman prior to his retirement in 1993. He was a loyal member of First Friends Church, where he taught Sunday school. He enjoyed his time as coach of little league baseball, basketball and football., To cherish Chuck's memory are his wife, Loretta Doss; sons, Ronnie and Michael Doss; grandsons, Brandon, Dustin Doss; granddaughter, Devan Doss; great-grandson, Ethan Doss; step-granddaughter, Madison Hankins; and two sisters, Alice Sheppard and Clara Mitchell., The family would like to thank Hospice for all of the support they gave during Chuck's illness. Special thanks to nurse, Kelly Goodman., The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A Celebration of Chuck's life will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at Parklawn- Wood Funeral Home in Hampton. Interment will follow in Hampton Veterans Memorial Park in Hampton.


 


 

Ortega, Norma

Norma T. Ortega VIRGINIA BEACH - Norma Teodoro Ortega, 74, passed away Nov. 20, 2009, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Norma was a beloved wife, sister, mother, and grandmother whose love and loyalty for her family and friends, generosity, perseverance and sense of humor will be sorely missed. As one of her granddaughters said, "She can now shop whenever she wants in Heaven..." She is survived by her husband, Vivencio "Ben" Ortega; her children and their spouses, Teresita and Al Weiss, Jun and Theresa Ortega, Jeffrey Ortega; her grandchildren, Kade Ortega, Cora Ortega, Mason Ortega and Ella Weiss; her siblings, Virginia deGuzman, Josie Escarel, Tony Teodoro, Napoleon Teodoro, and Consuelo Mendoza; her nine nieces and nephews. The viewing will be at Smith and Williams Funeral Home on Princess Anne Road on Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and the funeral will be Friday at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. You may offer condolences to the family at www., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Paul T. Carlson

CARLSON, Paul T., age 66, of Knoxville, passed away Sunday morning, November 22, 2009 following a grace-filled battle with cancer. Paul was a member of Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church, the Cedar Springs Sanctuary Choir, the Men's ensemble, Covenant Class, formerly with the TTJC Martial Arts, Tai Kwan Do and the Knoxville Opera Chorus. Paul was retired from ORNL Fossil Energy Program. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Hazel and Ted Carlson and nephew, Ben Bagshaw. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Carlson; brothers, Pete (Cherryl) Carlson and Chris (Jamie) Carlson; sister, Linda (Richard) Bagshaw. A celebration of Paul's life will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday at Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church with Reverend Roy Zinn officiating. The family requests that memorial donations be made to the Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church Music Ministry Fund, c/o Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church, 9132 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, Tenn. 37923 or to the American Cancer Society , East Regional Office, 871 Weisgarber Road, Knoxville, Tenn. 37909. The family will receive friends following the memorial service at the church. Arrangements provided by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. www.rosemortuary.com


 


 

ROBIN CLARK

CLARK, Robin Keith "Big Rob", departed this life November 17, 2009. He is survived by his loving mother, Mary Clark Grant; two daughters, Tashmia Scott and Robyn Clark; two sisters, Crystal Clark and Roslyn Edwards; two brothers, William and Milton Clark Jr.; fianc‚e, Natasha Scott; one niece, three nephews, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where family will receive friends Monday (tonight) 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, 11 a.m. at the Temple of Judah, 2120 Venable St. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service.


 


 

Richard J. Dalton 

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Robert M. Pruitt, Sr. 

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Roy Edward Smith

Roy Edward Smith, 73, of Gordonsville, died Saturday, November 21, 2009, at his residence., He was born August 1, 1936, in Curry, Virginia, son of the late Edward Smith and Glay Brooks Smith., Mr. Smith was a retired Coal Miner and he was a member of the Charlottesville Moose Lodge., He is survived by his wife, Birdie Blankenship Smith of Gordonsville; two daughters, Josiephine Currier of Gordonsville, and Sharon Coleman of Big Rock, Virginia; two sons, Van E. Smith Sr. of Buckingham, and Gregory T. Smith of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina; 12 grandchildren, Van E. Smith Jr., Vanessa L. Williams, Debra D. Smith, Heather V. Smith, Lindsey N. Smith, Victor A. Breeden, Mallory M. Snow, Erica Smith, Kelcie Smith, Kriston Gentry, Kaytlynne Gentry, and Katherine Gentry; and seven great-grandchildren., He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Junior B. Smith, Jimmy Smith and Billy Rogers Smith., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday November 27, 2009, at Cross View Church in Paynesville, West Virginia, with interment to follow in Blankenship and Mullins Cemetery in Paynesville., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Gordonsville and also at 5 p.m. Thursday, November 26, 2009, at Cross View Church in Paynesville, West Virginia., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903., Preddy Funeral Home of Gordonsville is handling local arrangements; Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Virginia, is handling arrangements in Paynesville.


 


 

Roy L. Hines

He had a love for music and began playing with the Rocking Cabanas, Otis Redding, Bill Deal, the Rhondels, and Roy Hines and the Sound Machine. He also retired from Riverside Regional Medical Center after 15 years., He is survived by his devoted wife, Dorothy Hines; one daughter, Patricia Moore of Hampton; four sons, Roy Lorenzo of the home, Anthony, Alton, Roy Jr. Hines; one stepdaughter, Sylvia Diane of Hampton, three stepsons, Johnnie, Joy, Leon Moore; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Mamie Redden of Maryland, Delores Hines of Newport News; a special niece, Faye Moore; a host of loving and dedicated relatives and friends., The family would like to thank the staff of Davita Dialysis Center., Donations may be made to the family.


 


 

STEVEN REEVES

REEVES, Steven Warren, 86, of Henrico County, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2009. He was born in Independence, Va. Steven is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Jessie Reeves; son, Rod Reeves; niece, Elizabeth Owens; nephew, David Moxley; three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and good friends, Wayne and Cindy Campbell. Steven retired from Allied Chemical with 35 years of service, and was a 38 year member of the American Legion Post 284 in Colonial Heights. He was a WWII veteran serving in the European Theater. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 23, 2009 at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Amelia Veterans Cemetery, 10300 Pridesville Road, Amelia, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Crippled Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond, Va. 23220-1298.


 


 

Salem Payne 

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Saunders, Elizabeth

Elizabeth M. Saunders SUFFOLK - Services for Elizabeth Mae Saunders will be held at 2 p.m. today at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Simon Sr., Nathaniel

Nathaniel H. Simon Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Nathaniel Harrison "Nat" Simon Sr., 91, of the 1000 block of Chisholm Circle, died Nov. 19, 2009, in Portsmouth. Born in Demopolis, Ala., he retired in 1975 after 35 years as a bookkeeper. He completed high school from the public school of Meridian County, Alabama. Survivors include his daughter, Ruth Simmons of Augusta, Ga.; five sons, Nathaniel Simon Jr. of Portsmouth, Willie Simon of Augusta, Robert Earl Simon of Brooklyn, N.Y., Grover Cleveland Simon of Philadelphia and Anthony Simon of Brooklyn; three sisters, Rachel Miller and Ludie Scott, both of Jefferson, Ala., and Amanda Connor of Portsmouth; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Corprew Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Smith, Virginia Busk "Jenny" - "Jenny" Virginia Busk Smith Virginia "Jenny" Busk Smith, age 84, of Manassas, Virginia died Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Prince William Hospital, Manassas. In ....

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Smith, Irma

will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. There will be no viewing or open casket. Twiford Funeral Home, Colonial Chapel, Chesapeake, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

THOMAS HARRIS Sr.

HARRIS, Thomas L. Sr., departed this life November 20, 2009. He is survived by two sons, Perry Hall Sr. (Lynne) and Thomas Harris Jr.; two daughters, Gloria F. Harris and Annette Cottrell; nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson; one sister, Elizabeth Harris; two sisters-in-law, Elizabeth and Neill Harris; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, among them, Louise Harris. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. where funeral services will be Tuesday, 2 p.m. Interment Oakwood Cemetery


 


 

Tamara V. Howard

HOWARD, Tamara V., departed this life November 21, 2009. Arrangements by 


 


 

Thrailkill, Laura

at Forest Lawn Cemetery on Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

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Michael "Mike" Massie Stevens Michael Massie Stevens, 43, of Madison Heights, died Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, in Lynchburg. He was the husband of Karen Layne Stevens. Born April 27, 1966, in Lynchburg, he was the son of Ralph F. and Minnie Henson Stevens, of Madison Heights. Mike was employed as a body & fender mechanic and attended Blue Ridge Community Church. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by one daughter, Stacy Lynn Stevens, of Hillsville; one step-daughter, Emily Mays; one step-son, Kris Layne; two sisters, Kimberly Cash and Michele St. John and husband, Michael, all of Lynchburg; and two nieces, Kerri Ruff and Meagan St. John. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at Fort Hill Memorial Park, with the Rev. Keith Layne and Dr. Wayne Greene officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, Nov. 23, 2009, at Whitten Monelison Chapel and other times at the home of his parents. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Monelison Chapel, is serving the family.


 


 

VIRGINIA MORRIS

MORRIS, Virginia Belle, age 96, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2009 in Richmond, Virginia. She was a member of Mathews Chapel United Methodist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Betty S. Stanley of Chesterfield, Va.; sister, Lois White of Mathews, Va.; grandson, Keith Smith; step grandchildren, Karen Ernest, Wes Stanley, Carolyn Henley, Rita Waters and Audie Stanley; 12 great-grandchildren; and a very "special" friend, Barbara Buchanan. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 24, 2009 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home, Mathews, Va. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with burial to follow at Mathews Chapel United Methodist Church Cemeter, Highway 198, Mathews, Va.


 


 

VIRGINIA SMITH

SMITH, Virginia Busk "Jenny", age 84, of Manassas, Virginia died Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Prince William Hospital, Manassas. In a lifelong list of accomplishments, she pursued many civic and educational passions. A graduate of George Mason University, with a subsequent Masters degree from the same university, she completed these studies after her own children had completed their college education. During her life, she served as President of the Junior Woman's Club of Manassas, a Director of the UDC, an original supporter and contributor to the Manassas Museum, a member of the Manassas Little Theater Group, the Prince William Hospital Auxiliary, and a devoted member of her church of nearly sixty years, the Grace United Methodist Church of Manassas. Jenny was a world traveler who never feared the unknown and had an insatiable desire to personally see the "8 wonders of the world" A goal she accomplished. She will be remembered and loved by so many lifelong friends and family. Her children and grandchildren who will forever remember her love, compassion, spirit, and her ability to focus her attention on each of them one at time! Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Christian Busk and Lillie Belle Methvin; and one brother, Fred Alley. Survivors include her loving husband of 64 years, Judge H. Selwyn Smith; four children, Victor Alan Smith and his wife, Robin, Alison Smith Dixon and her husband, Michael, Steven Selwyn Smith and his wife, Jane, Carolyn Smith Jacobs and her husband, Bradley; one brother, Walter Christian Busk; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Grace United Methodist Church, 9750 Wellington Rd., Manassas, Va. 20110. A service to remember Jenny's life will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at the church, with Pastor Rudolph E. Tucker Jr. and Pastor Meredith L. McNabb officiating. Interment will follow at Stonewall Memory Gardens, Manassas. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Grace United Methodist Church, 9750 Wellington Rd., Manassas, Va. 20110 or to the Center for the Arts, George Mason University, 4400 University Dr., Fairfax, Va. 22030 in memory of Virginia Busk Smith. Condolences may be sent to www.piercefh.com.


 


 

Victoria Ann Clements

Victoria Ann Clements, 62, of Charlottesville, went to our Lord on Friday, November 20, 2009., She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Roger Clements; her three children, John Poe, Sharon Good, and Barbara Silva and their spouses; her mother; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; seven sisters; and one brother., She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at the Zion United Methodist Church in Troy with the Reverend Mike Plasters officiating., Hill and Wood Funeral Home is assisting the family.


 


 

Virginia B. Morris

MATHEWS - Virginia Belle Morris, age 96, passed away Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 in Richmond, Va., She is survived by her daughter, Betty S. Stanley of Chesterfield, Va.; sister, Lois White of Mathews, Va.; grandson, Keith Smith; step-grandchildren, Karen Ernest, Wes Stanley, Carolyn Henley, Rita Waters, Audie Stanley; 12 great-grandchildren; and a very "special" friend, Barbara Buchanan.


 


 

Virginia P. Costley

Virginia P. Costley, formerly of Sarasota, Florida, Amherst, Massachusetts, McLean, Virginia, Warren, Pennsylvania, Carmel, California, Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to name a few of her favorite places to live, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2009, at Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge., She is survived by her loving husband of 72 years, Richard J. Costley., She was born April 23, 1915, in Salt Lake City, Utah, the eldest of three children and only daughter of Grace Herron and Hugo C. Peterson. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by one brother, Dr. H. Harvey Peterson of Oakland, California., After graduating from Utah State University where she and R.J. met, over the years she taught English and creative writing to senior high school students. She found moving from place to place to be difficult because of RJ's World War II and civilian career transfers but treasured the numerous life-long friends they made. Discovering this, travel near and far became a choice activity for Virginia., Throughout her life, she enjoyed her gift for gardening. Her glance, her touch enriched both plants and flowers and her homes. She also was blessed with a lasting love of music and a passion for art and a well-written book. Except for her last move to Charlottesville, her piano always accompanied her., Virginia is also survived by her cherished family members, a brother, Daryl E. Peterson and his wife, Mildred, of Salt Lake City, Utah; a daughter, Kay Robinson and her husband, Glen, of Charlottesville; two grandchildren, Jennifer A. Robinson of Brooklyn, New York, Dean C. Robinson and his wife, Kristin van Ogtrop, of Pelham, New York; and three great-grandsons, Owen, Hugo and Axel Robinson, also of Pelham; and a host of nieces, great- nieces and nephews., The family extends its heart-felt thanks and appreciation to the entire dedicated and caring staff of Westminster Canterbury. You make life worth living., A celebration of Virginia's life is scheduled for 3 p.m. Friday, November 27, 2009, at Westminster Canterbury.


 


 

Wanca, Margaret

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William Cunningham

William "Bill" Charles Cunningham BRISTOL, Va. William "Bill" Charles Cunningham, age 58, went to be with the Lord at his residence on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009. He was born September 9, 1951, in Bristol Virginia. He had lived in Bristol all of his life and was the co-owner of Cunningham Concrete. He was a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include: his wife of 40 years, Joyce Cunningham; daughter, Tammy Strouth and husband Joe; son, Billy Cunningham; parents, Calvin and Margaret Berry Cunningham; grandchildren, Reshia Weatherly, Austin Thomas, Hunter Cunningham, Kimberly Strouth, Aaron Strouth and Emily, we will miss you Papaw; sisters, Brenda Moore and husband Kent, Debbie Tanner, Ruth Ann Harmon and husband Tommy; brother, Calvin Cunningham Jr. and wife Sherry; aunts, Charlie Mae Berry and Lucille Carver; several wonderful nieces and a nephew. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Johnny Dillard and Rev. Dwayne Locklear officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Burial will be in Mountain View Cemetery on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. Pallbearers will be Gary Wampler, Richard Darnall Lane, Tommy Harmon, Jeff Felty, Brad Cunningham and Danny Christian. The family would like to extend a special thanks to everyone for their love, prayers, and support. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

William Dayberry

DAYBERRY, William A., age 88, of Chase City, Va., went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 21, 2009. He leaves behind a loving family, dear friends and many cherished memories of his kindness, humor and love. He was predeceased by his sisters, Gladys Pruett and Sophronia Carol Gregory; his brothers, Ernest and Kermit Dayberry; and his granddaugahter, Heather Kristin Newcomb. He is survived by his devoted wife, Ethel Mae Dayberry; and their daughters, Esther Morefield and her husband, Rev. David Morefield Sr., of Powhatan, Va., Suzie Newcomb and her husband, Larry Newcomb, of Midlothian, Va.; grandchildren, David Morefield Jr. and his wife, Laura, Timothy Morefield and his wife, Melinda, Holly Tinkham and her husband, Frank; and five great-grandchildren. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the joy of his life, and the legacy of his compassionate spirit, humor and zest for life will live on through them. A visitation service will be held on Monday, November 23, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Newcomb Allgood Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 24, at 11 a.m. at Woodland Cemetery.


 


 

William Gravatt "Billy" Jr.

GRAVATT, William "Billy" Jr., 83, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2009. He is survived by his children, Campell Gravatt of Varina, Sandra Gravatt of Hanover, Jimmy Gravatt of Richmond, and Gene Gravatt of Ashland; four grandchildren, Andy, Brittany, Anthony and Kasie Gravatt; one sister, Charlotte Carrie of Charlottesville. Mr. Gravatt served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member and former Deacon of First Baptist Church and was a private pilot for Jack Stanley Construction Company. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, Rt. 301, Shady Grove Rd. Funeral services will be in the Chapel of First Baptist Church, Richmond, Va. Please call the funeral home for day and service time. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.


 


 

William H. Munden

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William L. Bedsaul

NEWPORT NEWS - William Lee Bedsaul, 56, passed away at his home after a brief illness on Nov. 11, 2009. He is survived by this mother Mary Bedsaul; his brothers Roy Jr., and Eugene; and his sister, Sherry Lynn., In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Mary Bedsaul, 458 S. Trellis Ct., Newport News, VA 23608 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Willie J. Hilton

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Wood, Herbert

will be held Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home Chapel, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Zachary Salyer

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Zyier Crishawn Hardy

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