Sunday, January 10, 2010

Virginia Obituaries 01/10/2010


 


 

Amanda Hochstetler Yoder

Amanda Hochstetler Yoder was born May 25, 1910, in Nappanee, Indiana, and departed this life on January 7, 2010, at the ripe old age of 99 years, seven months, and 13 days. She accepted Christ in her youth and remained faithful to the Lord until He called her home., On January 23, 1936, she married J. Elmer Yoder, who died on January 12, 1990. God blessed them with nine children. Treva (deceased), was married to Wilmer Zook, who survives and lives in Greenwood, Delaware. Her eight surviving children and their spouses are Marie and David T. Yoder of Stanardsville, Virginia, Leora and Mervin Overholt of Russellville, Kentucky, Owen and Erma Yoder of Pratts, Virginia, Elmina Yoder of Pratts, Virginia, Roy and Mary Yoder of Harrisonburg, Virginia, Viola Yoder of Pratts, Virginia, Omar and Esther Yoder of New Holland, Pennsylvania, and Eldon and Paula Yoder of Pratts, Virginia. She greatly enjoyed her 25 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Mattie Hochstetler; and all her siblings: Levi, Henry, Eli, Lydia Ann, Moses, Mahlon, and Emma as well her husband, oldest daughter Treva, two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild., The last 15 years she lived with Owen and Erma Yoder who faithfully cared for her in their home. She enjoyed seeing the activity at Yoder's Country Market, and working there in her son's family business when health permitted. Her many friends fondly called her Grandma., She was a member of the Oak Grove Mennonite Church near Aroda, Virginia, where the funeral will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010., Family visitation including viewing is from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. Saturday, January 9, 2010, at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church., Memorial contributions may be made to the Madison County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 868, Madison, VA 22727., Preddy Funeral Home in Madison is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Anita Marie Shelley

Anita Marie Shelley Mrs. Anita Marie Shelley was born Sept. 15, 1939. She departed this life Jan. 8, 2010, in her home of natural causes. Anita was a loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was employed at the Bristol Wellness Center (YMCA) where she kept the nursery for 15+ years. She was fondly called "Nana" by not only her grandchildren, but also her nursery children and all the young people she took under her wing. She was a lifelong member of Lee Street Baptist Church in Bristol Virginia where she served as a deaconess and faithful member of the gospel choir, women's choir and the Tri-Cities Mass Community Choir. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Fred and Mrs. Edith Caldwell; and her husband of 44 years, Mr. Louis Walter Shelley Jr. She leaves to mourn her death, her three sons, Mr. Tracy (Cathy) Shelley, Mr. Troy (Nicole) Shelley, and Mr. Todd (Helen)Shelley; six grandchildren, DeShaud, Staci, Corey, Talya, Tyra and Camryn. Funeral arraignments are incomplete. Mrs. Anita Marie Shelley and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc., 423-764-8584


 


 

Anna SAVAGE

HAMPTON - Anna Franklin Savage, 74, died Jan. 5, 2010, at Sentara Careplex Hospital of natural causes., A special thank you is also extended to all of the staff at Sentara Nursing Center for their care and support, as well as to the staff at Shelton of the Bay Assisted Living Center and Sentara Careplex., Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore " Bubba" Savage. She is survived by her children, Joya S. Driver and Brad T. Savage.


 


 

Antoine Gordon (In Memoriam)

Antoine Cornell Gordon May 31, 1989 - January 6, 2008 Missing you today, yesterday and always. We love you. Mom and Alexis 


 


 

BERTHA JOHNSON (In Memoriam)

JOHNSON, Bertha "Doll" We thought of you with love today. A year ago God called an angel his way. We miss you. Love, Your Family 


 


 

Barbara W. GILLIAM

Barbara was born Sept. 20, 1939, in Pactolus, N.C., to the late John Henry and Pauline Wilson. She was a resident of Newport News, Va., for more than 60 years., Barbara was a graduate of Carver High School and Peninsula Business College in Newport News. She earned a B.S. Degree from Norfolk State University., She retired from Newport News Public Schools in 2000 after 30 years. She was a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., and a longtime member of First Baptist Church East End., She leaves to cherish fond memories her devoted husband of 45 years, James Gilliam; one daughter, Jennifer Callicutt (Eric) Newport News, Va. ; two stepchildren, Keith Gilliam and Tammie Stewart (Larry) of Denver, Colo.; two sisters, Ruthy Fields, Hampton, Va., and Sandra, Gilliam (Johnny) of Rocky Mount, N.C.; one brother, John Henry Wilson Jr., of Newark, N.J.; grandchildren, family and friends., Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2009, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 11a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at First Baptist Church East End, 3000 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, Va. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens., . Condolences may be sent to


 


 

Barbara WOMBLE-WILSON

Mrs. Wilson is survived by one daughter, Francine Womble of Hampton, Va.; four sisters; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Lee Womble; a godson, Derek Nunn of Maryland; a dear friend, Janice Foster (Glynn) of Hampton, Va.; and a host of other relatives and friends., The Womble-Wilson family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Belinda Caudill GLIDEWELL

GLIDEWELL, Belinda Caudill, 60, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer. She spent her life unselfishly giving and taking care of her family. A true angel. She was born August 3, 1949, a devoted daughter to Vivian and Paul Caudill; big sister to Susan Perkins; a loving wife of 40 years to Gregory Glidewell; dedicated daughter-in-law to Sara and Arthur Glidewell; wonderful mother to five children, Troy (Linda), Chad, Missy, Jason, and Todd (Pam); bestest friend ever to Carol Fridley; aunt to J.P. and Emily; Nana to Jason II, Kamdyn, and Ryleigh. Many thanks to the doctors and all of the nurses who took care of her and for the support shown to her from Taylorsville Baptist Church, as well as many others during her sickness. The family will receive friends 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, January 9, at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., where a funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, January 10. Interment private.


 


 

Bernadette T. Gill

Ms. Bernadette T. Gill formerly of 520 Virginia Avenue, Petersburg, Va., entered into eternal rest at her residence, 516 North Carolina Ave., Petersburg, Va., on Monday morning, Jan. 4, 2010., A native of Petersburg, Va., she was the daughter of the late William A. and Bernice B. Gill. She was preceded in death by her aunts, Jeanette B. Mason, Pearl B. Goode, Dorothy B. Goodwyn, Sarah B. Grandison, Pearl G. Thompson and Myrtle G. Churchwell; and her uncles, Robert Gill and Linwood Mason., Bernadette, a graduate of Petersburg High School Class of 1983, also graduated from Richard Bland College in 1985. She attended the nursing program at Southside Regional Medical Center in 1985 and received a certificate in License Practical Nursing in 1987. She was a former member of Good Shepherd Baptist Church and Gillfield Baptist Church., She leaves to cherish her memories: six first cousins, Shirley G. Edwards of Petersburg, Va., Nannie Holloway of Florida, Arita Brown of Georgia, Charles Goode of Roanoke, Va., Valeria Robinson of Georgia, and Jimmy Goodwyn of Maryland; among them two devoted cousins, Alice Parker and Sarita Brown; a dear and devoted friend, Kimberly Johnson; and a devoted god sister, Annette Butts; a host of cousins; other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held 12 noon, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Jeffrey L. Reaves Sr., pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va., officiating. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park., The family will receive friends at 1628 Darby Drive, Petersburg, Va., and may be contacted by calling (804) 732-7831., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Gill 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,


 


 

Bert Carter Jr.

CARTER, Bert Lindsay Jr., departed this life January 6, 2010. Arrangements by: 


 


 

Blankinship, Gloria Maxey Dudley

Gloria Maxey Dudley Blankinship, of Roanoke, Va., entered into eternal life on Friday, January 8, 2010, at the age of 57 due to complications of Parkinson's Disease. Gloria was born on October 9, 1952, the daughter of Perry O. Maxey, deceased, and Edith Bolling Maxey. Gloria was a member of Barnhardt Baptist Church. She graduated from Staunton River High School, Brandon Secretarial College, and Hollywood School of Beauty. Gloria was employed by Security Scale Service until she became disabled. Survivors are two sons, Ross Blankinship and wife, Elizabeth, and Brett Blankinship and Heather Alewine; mother, Edith Bolling Maxey; two grandchildren, Carter and Addison Blankinship; two brothers, Mahlon Maxey and wife, Pat, and Lloyd Maxey and wife, Irene; nephews, David Maxey and wife, Autumn, and Evan Maxey; one niece, Margaret Maxey; and numerous aunts, uncles, and friends. Services will be conducted 10 a.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Mike Lauridsen officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park in Franklin County. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. You fought a long and painful battle, rest in peace., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Bouvier, Claribel R.

Claribel R. Bouvier, 95, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Buckner, Brenda H.

to celebrate her life and homecoming will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Melrose Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Sprouse, the Rev. Brenda Rowe and staff officiating. In lieu of flowers, her wishes are that memorials be made to Melrose Baptist Church Missions. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540.362.1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

CHARLES LEE Jr. (In Memoriam)

LEE - In loving memory of Charles T. Lee Jr. who passed away two years ago. Time may pass, and tears may fade, but in our hearts, you will always stay. Love, Your Wife, Marion & Family 


 


 

Callie E. MITCHELL

She is survived by her daughter, Honorable Sheryl M. Perry (Karl) of Hollywood, S.C.; her son, Rogers Mitchell Jr. (Alesia) of Hampton, Va., Viewing will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, at Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. A Home Going Celebration service will be held at noon on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at First Baptist Church, 229 North King Street, Hampton, with the Rev. Wills officiating. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will assemble at the church by 11:30 a.m. Monday., Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral home, Ronald C. Perkins Jr., Funeral Director. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Carl S. Edwards, Sr. 

Jan 10, 2010 Carl Scott Edwards Sr., 49, of Rossville, Ga., and formerly of Collinsville, died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, in Roanoke. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Carr, Thomas E.

Thomas E. (Tommy) Carr, 62, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, January 7, 2010. He was the son of the late Worth and Mildred Carr and brother of the late Lawrence Carr. Tommy is survived by his "one love" and wife of 40 years, Pat Carr. He is also survived by father-in-law, Ed Taylor; brothers-in-law, Tommy Taylor and wife, Vicki, George Taylor, and Carl Owens and wife, Vera; sisters-in-law, Jessie Owens, Marjorie Owens and Maris Taylor; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Tommy was employed by GJ Hopkins. He especially loved training and competing with his prized PBGV dogs, Matisse, Noodles, Odee, Painter, Quinn, and Rikki. Another loved hobby was plastic modeling with the RVIPMS. Many may remember Tommy from his involvement with scholastic wrestling over the last 50 years. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 10, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel. A private internment will be held at a later time. Contributions in honor of Tommy may be sent to the PBGV Health & Rescue Foundation, 25 Beth Dr., Moorestown, N.J. 08057. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Carrol WILLIAMS

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Carter, Ella Cousins

Ella Cousins (Stringy) Carter, 90, of Martinsville, died Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Collins McKee Stone, Martinsville, Chapel., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Catherine Daniel

Catherine Daniel, 90, of Hopewell, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2009. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elizabeth and Christopher Costello; sisters, May Coffey, Phyllis Byrne, Betty Pauley, Bridget Costello, Anne Walsh; brothers, Billy Costello, Mickey Costello; and grandson, Jason Phillip Daniel. Mrs. Daniel was a homemaker and a former employee of Allied Chemical. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Mrs. Daniel graduated from Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, and was a member of TBPA, TOPS, swimming groups at the Hopewell Community Center and she was an avid knitter., She is survived by her husband, Walter G. "Googie" Daniel; sons, Phillip Daniel, Christopher Daniel; daughters, Ruth Ann Buck, Bernadette Fischer, Patricia Copeland; 10 grandchildren, Katie Fischer, Annie Powell, Christopher Buck, Meghan Ornelas, Shane Copeland, Theresa Gamad, Janine Fischer, David Fischer, William Fischer, Kara Daniel; five great-grandchildren, Lilly Ornelas, Grace Ornelas, David Ornelas, Tyler Forti, Jasmine Gamad; sisters, Theresa Crimmins and Berna Beech., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 214 N. 6th Ave., Hopewell, VA. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at St. James Catholic Church, 510 W. Poythress St., Hopewell, Va. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Adventures for Charity, P.O. Box 2521, Parker, CO 80134. Condolences may be registered at


 


 

Charles Hairston 

Jan 10, 2010 Charles Hairston, 72, of 688 Lakewood Trail, Martinsville, died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Wake Forest University Hospital in Winston-Salem, N.C. Arrangements will be handled by Hairston Funeral Home.


 


 

Charlie Hancock 

Jan 10, 2010 Charlie Hancock, 88, of Rocky Mount, died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at Franklin Health Care Nursing Home. He was born Oct. 15, 1921, in Franklin County. Surviving are a daughter, Cornelia Thomas of Bassett; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. James Pearson officiating. Burial will be in Byrdview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church for a half hour before the service Tuesday. Stanfield Mortuary Service in Rocky Mount is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Chase E. ELLIS

WAKE FOREST - Chase Emmanuel Ellis, infant son of Fredrika Simons Ellis and Corey McCarron Ellis, was born Sept. 13, 2009, and passed away Jan. 7, 2010., He is survived by his parents; and sister, McCarron Paige Ellis; brother, Gavin Wynneslow Ellis of Wake Forest; maternal grandmother, Cynthia Rogers Simons of Fountain, N.C.; paternal grandmother, Patrese Frances Hall and Richard Hall of Hampton, Va.; maternal grandfather, Freddie Cephas Simons of Durham, N.C.; paternal grandfather, Tyrone Olvin Ellis and Marva Ellis of Suffolk, Va.; maternal great-grandparents, H. Fred Simons and Alice Simons of Winfall, N.C.; paternal great-grandparents, Bertharine S. Francis of Newport News, Va.; aunt, Cynthia Simons Leonard of Wake Forest, N.C.; uncle, Craig L. Simons and Edwina J. Simons of Wake Forest; and a host of cousins., He is preceded in death by his paternal great-grandfather, Floyd Wynneslow Francis of Newport News, Va., Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 S. Main St., Wake Forest, N.C., 919-556-5811,


 


 

Chester Michael Robinson

Chester Michael "Mike" Robinson Chester Michael "Mike" Robinson, age 66 of Halls Crossroads, lost his courageous battle with cancer on Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, but won his Victory in Jesus (his favorite hymn). Preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Daisy Robinson; half-brothers, John and Reagan Keller. Survived by his loving wife and soul-mate of 31 years, Beverly; devoted sister-in-law, Barbara Smith; sister-in-law, Dorothy Hogan and husband, Larry; half-sister, Alethia Ferguson and husband, Kinnie; half-brothers, Fred Keller and wife, Ruth, Gene Keller and wife, Opal; special niece, Lisa Ferguson; and another niece and numerous nephews. Mike and Beverly were blessed with loving and supportive friends, neighbors, and a superb church family at Corryton Baptist Church. Mike will be remembered by former co-workers at Watson's, Sofas and More, and Knoxville Wholesale Furniture for his upbeat attitude, his beautiful smile, and wonderful laugh. He honorably served his country in the U. S. Air Force. Mike was a fine Christian man with a gentle spirit and giving heart. He loved God and his favorite question was: "Do you know my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ?" Honorary pallbearers are Ron Satterfield, Junior Loy, Greg Peterson, Tom Joyce, Jerry Jones, and Rich Crist. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 11, at Corryton Baptist Church, 7615 Foster Road, followed by a celebration of life service at 7 p.m. with Dr. Rocky Ramsey officiating. Family and friends will gather at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at Pleasant Forest Cemetery on Concord Road, for graveside services. Click Funeral Home, Lenoir City is in charge of arrangements.


 


 


 


 

Crush, Ora H.

celebrating Ora's life 2 p.m. on Friday, January 22, 2010, at Crystal Spring Baptist Church, 2411 Rosalind Ave., SW, Roanoke, Va. 24014 with the Rev. John R. Graybill Sr. officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Custer Jr., Gerald K.

Gerald K. Custer Jr., 74, of Catawba, Va., died Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Cyril E. Maire Jr.

MAIRE, Cyril E. Jr., of Richmond, died January 4, 2010. He is survived by his widow, Alice Cook Stephens Maire; his daughters, Sarah Ann Shelko and husband, Joseph, Amiee Melissa Poe and husband, William, and Elise Ann Maire; daughter-in-law, Cathy Edwards Maire; three stepsons, George M. Stephens III and wife, Cathy, Thomas W. Stephens and wife, Capsen, and John P. Stephens and wife, Lynn; two sisters, Mrs. G. Edmond Massie and Betty Maire Herndon; numerous grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Bergmann Maire; and their son, Cyril E. Maire III. Cyril was born in Park Ridge, N.J. in 1922, moved to Richmond in 1938 and graduated from Glen Allen High School, Class of 1940. In 1944 he graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y. During WWII, Cyril made five successful voyages to the European and Mediterranean war zones. At the end of the war, Cyril returned to George Washington University, Washington, D.C., to complete his education and resume his career in banking. Cyril retired in 1987 as an executive vice-president of Sovran Bank, a subsidiary of Bank of America. A memorial service will be held 12 noon Friday, at Bon Air United Methodist Church, 1645 Buford Road. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Contributions may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902, New York, N.Y. 10018, or to a charity of your choice.


 


 

DELORES LAMANTIA (In Memoriam)

Lamantia - Delores Gibson 7/28/38 - 1/06/07 You've left us with precious memories. Your Family 


 


 

DOROTHY ANDERSON (In Memoriam)

ANDERSON - In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Dorothy Anderson, who passed away 23 years ago, January 10, 1987. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Precious memories, Dorothy, Richard and Grandchildren


 


 

Daisy Culpepper (In Memoriam)

CULPEPPER, Daisy- We are still loving and missing you. Robert, Elseen,Family & Friends 


 


 

Daniel L. Murrell

Daniel L. (Danny) Murrell, 62, of Knoxville, Tenn., passed away Dec. 29, 2009. He was born and raised in Carson, Va. Daniel was preceded in death by his father, Thomas D. Murrell. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Navy., He is survived by his wife, Eileen; two daughters, Melissa and Julie of Knoxville; his mother, Hazel R. Murrell of Colonial Heights; a brother, George T. Murrell (Tommy) and wife, Maureen, and niece, Heather, all of Prince George., A memorial serice was held at Weaver Funeral Home memorial chapel on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010. Condolences may be registered at www.mem.com.


 


 

Darnell C. Hodge 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Darnell Carter Hodge, 93, of Martinsville, who died Jan. 6, 2010, will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Hines Funeral Services Chapel with the Rev. Thurman O. Echols Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home and at other times at the home at 706 Alicie St., Martinsville. He was born Oct. 2, 1916, in Langraff, W.Va., to William Ramey Hodge and Minnie Carter Hodge. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Blanche Hairston Hodge; two sisters, Minnie Dandridge and Nina H. Gravely; and three brothers, William Hodge, Percy Hodge and Alfred M. Hodge. He retired after owning Hodges Gas Station for 40 years. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of Knights of Pythias, Elks, York Rite Masons, G. W. Carver HRAM 49, Philmore Reed Knights Temple 24 and Kings Solomon Consistory 64; a past master of Sons of Solomon Lodge 111; a past Potentate and a life member of KuWat Temple 126; and a lifetime member of Sportsmen Club. Surviving are a son, Darnell C. Hodge Jr. of the home; and two daughters, Shirley Hodge-Coleman of Washington, D.C., and Priscilla Hodge of Ft. Washington, Md.


 


 

David C. Fuller

A funeral service for Mr. David C. Fuller will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., The Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, pastor of First Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va., officiating. Interment to follow at Blandford Cemetery., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911,


 


 

David L. Frenzley

Mr. David Lee Frenzley (Supa Dave), of 762 Kirkham St., Petersburg, Va., departed this life suddenly Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at his residence., He was born Dec. 11, 1965, in Richmond, Va., to Leroy Carter and Georgia Jean Frenzley. He was employed at Virginia State University (Jones Dining Hall) and Pre-Con., He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Colbert and Mary E. Frenzley; two aunts, Mary Alston and Doris Marie Frenzley; and uncle, Thomas Frenzley., He leaves to treasure his memories: one devoted daughter, Brittany Branch, and one granddaughter, Kelaijah Delk, both of Petersburg, Va.; one stepson, Yohance Allen; one stepdaughter, Latteefah Allen; loving mother, Georgia Jean Frenzley; father, Leroy Carter; two sisters, Katrina Rives of Petersburg, Va., and Toni McCray of Hopewell, Va.; one brother, John "Mickey" Frenzley of Petersburg, Va.; a devoted fiancée, Carolyn Davis; 12 aunts, Winnie Rives, Rosa Wyatt (Levi), Helen Bowles (Edward), Barbara Johnson (Langston), Thelma Jones (Melvin), all of Petersburg, Va., Betty Keaton (James), Brenda Edmonds (John), Harriett Goodson (Claude), Linda Hawkins (John), Yvonne Miller, Bernice Newby (Thomas), Ester Howard (Tom); three uncles, Colbert Frenzley, Benjamin Frenzley and Thomas Newby, all of Petersburg, Va.; one niece; two nephews; one great-nephew, four great-nieces, 53 cousins, among them six devoted, Veronica Brooks, Richard Frenzley, James Frenzley, Roger Rives, Ronnie Rives and Thomas Anderson; a host of friends, among them three devoted, Neil Roney, Diane Branch and Chuckie Mitchell., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Herbert W. Anderson, pastor of Sharon Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va., officiating. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., A candlelight vigil will be held 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at 762 Kirkham Street, Petersburg, Va., The family will receive friends at 3 Stately Court, Apartment C, Petersburg, Va., and may be contacted by calling (804) 479-8356., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Frenzley 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,


 


 

Deborah Sue Davenport Turner

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Debra N. Surber 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Debra Newman Surber of Collinsville, who died Jan. 5, 2010, was held Friday at Norris Funeral Services with Pastor J.D. Harmon officiating. Burial was in Henry Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Bobby Scott, Gerald Martin, Huey King, David L. Callahan, Danny Pagans and Bill Pagans.


 


 

Donald R. JONES Sr.

WILLIAMSBURG - Donald Ray Jones Sr. answered the Master's call on Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, in Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center., His life began on Jan. 27, 1958, the son of Mary and Lee O. Jones Sr., of York County, Va., He leaves to cherish his memories his mother and father, Mary and Lee Jones Sr.; his son, Donald R. Jones Jr.; his sisters, Joyce Newby, of Surry and Karen Hundley, of Williamsburg; his brothers, Lee Jones Jr. and Kenny Jones Sr., both of Williamsburg; his sister-in-law, Alicia Jones; his brother-in-law, Clarence Newby; his nieces and nephews; his great-nieces and great-nephews; his nine aunts; his cousins and many loving and caring friends., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, in Whiting's Chapel with the Rev. Morris Randall officiating. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at 113 Red Dirt Road by 1 p.m. Tuesday. Mr. Jones may be viewed in the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday.


 


 

Donald Ray Wooten

Donald Ray Wooten A funeral service for Donald Ray Wooten will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Gary Rowlette officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1 to 2:45 p.m. at the funeral home. The burial will be 1 p.m. Monday at the National Cemetery in Mt. Home, Tenn., with military honors conducted by the Bristol VFW Honor Guard. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family would like to extend a special thanks to all nurses and staff at Heritage Hall Nursing Home of Big Stone Gap, Va. Online condolences may be registered at, . Donald Ray Wooten, age 72, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at the Heritage Hall Nursing Home. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.


 


 

Doris D. Baker

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Doris M. FOX

HONEY BROOK, PA. - Doris M. Fox, 96, formerly of Newport News, Va., passed away Jan. 7, 2010, at 1:15 a.m. in Hickory House Nursing Home, where she resided since April of 2008., She was the widow of Robert F. Fox who passed away in 1995. Born in Erie, Pa., on May 29, 1913, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Emma (Swanson) Faulhaber., Mrs. Fox was a lifetime musician and organist for more than 75 years in Erie, Pa.; New York City, N.Y.; Newport News, Va., and Santee, S.C. She was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Yorktown, Va., She is survived by a sister Marion (Faulhaber) Daily in Ponte Vedra, Fla., and many nieces and nephews., Services will be at the convenience of the family., Bean Funeral Home and Crematory, 6 Fairlane Road, Exeter Twp., is in charge of arrangements., Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Dorothy G. CARVIN

ATCO, N.J. - Dorothy G. Carvin (MacDonald), 89, of The Fountains of Cedar Parke in Atco, formerly a longtime Haddonfield resident and wife of the late W. James, died on Dec. 27, 2009., Mrs. Carvin graduated from Haddonfield Memorial H.S., Class of 1938. For many years she worked for the ophthalmologist, Dr. Kamerling in Barrington, N.J. Upon her husband's relocation, they moved to Newport News, Va., where she lived for 30 years. In Virginia, she worked for Eye Physicians and Surgeons., Mrs. Carvin's family and friends are invited to her memorial service at 2 p.m., Jan. 17, in the Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church of Haddonfield, 20 E. Kings Hwy., Haddonfield, N.J. Her family will receive friends in the church's parlor following the service. Interment private., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Carvin's name to the church at the above address.


 


 

Dorothy Moore

MOORE, Dorothy Mae, departed this life January 8, 2010. Arrangements by 


 


 

Eck, Carolyn Keith

will then begin at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The Rev. Bobby Pickle will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the First United Methodist Church at 125 West Main Street in Salem, Virginia 24153 or to a charity of choice. Online condolences to the family may be made at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Edward K. Kennedy (In Memoriam)

Edward Kenneth Kennedy 6-12-39 - 1-08-04 On this day, I look back over the years we spent together. I can see us when we met and fell in love, when everything was so new and exciting. I remember some of the difficult times and how we worked our way through them. I smile when I think of all the fun we had and the joy we shared. We were partners in a marriage that was strong and secure because we worked at it and because we never forgot why we married each other in the first place - for love, forever. I love you, Elaine


 


 

Edwards Sr., Carl Scott

Carl Scott Edwards, Sr., 49, of Rossville, Georgia, and formerly of Collinsville, Va., died Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangement by Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Eleanor Byrd Gimbert "Byrdie"

Eleanor Byrd Gimbert, Eleanor Byrd "Byrdie" Gimbert, 93, of Charlottesville, died on Thursday, January 7, 2010., Byrdie was born in Petersburg May 30, 1916., She was preceded in death by her husband, William Taylor Gimbert., Survivors include a daughter, Janice G. McCann; three sons, Taylor Gimbert and his wife, Betty, of Charlottesville, Shannon Gimbert and his wife, Kaylene, of Deltaville, and Nelson Gimbert and his wife, Alice, of Clemmons, North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; a brother, James O. Cole of Virginia Beach; and two special nieces, Kay Taylor and Nancy Taylor of Charlottesville., The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 11, 2010, at Broadus Memorial Baptist Church. Interment will be private., The family thanks the wonderful caregivers of Winterhaven Assisted Living and the staff of Hospice of the Piedmont., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to Broadus Memorial Baptist Church, 1525 Stony Point Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911 or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911.


 


 

Elizabeth LeRoy

LeROY, Elizabeth "Libby" Harding, of Henrico, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on January 8, 2010. She is survived by her husband, John B. LeRoy; three daughters, Margo House and her husband, Bill, and their five children of Katy, Texas, Gail Claus and her husband, David, and their five children of Stuttgart, Germany, and Susan Osborn and her husband, Arnie, and their four children of Garner, N.C.; her son, John B. LeRoy Jr. and his wife, Dianne, and their two children of Mechanicsville; and her sister, Mary Ann Moran of Southern Shores, N.C. Libby was a beloved wife and mother. She worked as a Pediatric Lab Technician for 20 years and as an Allergy Technician for over 20 years. She was active as a volunteer at Christ Church Episcopal for over 10 years. She was an avid gardener and a voracious reader. The family will receive friends 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. A funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday at Christ Church Episcopal, 5000 Pouncey Tract Road, Glen Allen, Va. 23223. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, the Autism Society of North Carolina, the American Lung Association, the American Heart Association , or a charity of your choice.


 


 

Ella C. Carter 

Jan 10, 2010 Ella Cousins "Stringy" Carter, 90, of Martinsville, died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, William F. "Bill" Carter. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Homes, Martinsville, is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Elsie Morris Bess

BESS, Elsie Morris, 81, of Port Haywood, Va., formerly of Chester, Va., passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010. She was born in Madison, Ga., the daughter of the late Robert B. and Nora Anderson Morris. Mrs. Bess was a past member of the Matthews Women's Club and a retiree of DuPont Spruance Plant, Chesterfield after approximately 37 years of service. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Mrs. Bess is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, William Cecil Bess; a sister, Marion Camack and husband, David; children, Robert M. "Rae" Bess and wife, Judy, and Deborah Bess Lindsey and husband, Kirk; granddaughters, Laura Bess, Rebecca Baugus and husband, James, and Courtney Lindsey; great-grandchildren, Dean Baugus and Madison Baugus; and a devoted caregiver, Linda Tyler. The family will receive friends on Monday, January 11, 2010 at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, January 12, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Bermuda Memorial Park, Chester. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.


 


 

Estelle Mallory

MALLORY, Estelle V., of Montpelier, Va., departed this life January 8, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland V. Mallory, and her son, Ruben "Pluck" Mallory. She is survived by her daughter, Arlene Mallory Derricott; sister, Maria P. White; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest with the Owens Funeral Services, 104 Green Chimneys Ct., Ashland, Va. 23005, where family will receive friends 6 to 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Tuesday at the Bethany Baptist Church, Montpelier, Va. Interment Mt. Olivet Baptist. www.owensfuneralservices.com


 


 

Esther Johnston

JOHNSTON, Esther Dorey, 85, of Richmond, widow of James W. Johnston, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2009. She is survived by a daughter, Marie J. Cohn. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, at Westminster Canterbury, 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23227. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Westminster Canterbury Fellowship Foundation in her memory.


 


 

Eugene C. MARLIN

Employed as Executive Director and Airport Manager for the Peninsula Airport Commission from 1947 to 1977, Mr. Marlin felled the first tree to commence construction of Patrick Henry Airport. For the next 30 years he directed the growth and operation of the field, now known as Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport. Before retirement in 1977 he guided growth of the airport to jet service with 40 scheduled airline flights per day., During his career as airport manager Mr. Marlin was awarded accreditation by the American Association of Airport Executives and was president of the South-Eastern Airport Managers Association. He left a legacy of accomplishment admired and acclaimed by many national, state and local aviation interests., Born in Brunswick, Ga., on July 8, 1914, he proudly spoke of being a four-year old who helped sell war savings stamps to help finance WWI. Not until 50 years after the end of WWII was he acknowledged by the Air Force to be a veteran for his services as an officer flying in U.S. Army aircraft. Employed by TWA Intercontinental Division as a celestial navigator, he crossed the Atlantic 86 times in propeller-driven Army transport planes carrying troops and cargo to South America, Africa, England, France and the Middle East., A 1932 graduate of Catonsville High School in Maryland, he attended Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore and then earned a commercial pilot license. Before and after the war he operated several aircraft of his own. From 1934 until 1941 he held positions as buyer and purchasing agent at the aircraft manufacturing plants of both Glenn L. Martin Co. in Baltimore and McDonnell Aircraft Co. in St. Louis, Mo. Prior to his employment as an airport manager in Newport News, he inaugurated an unsuccessful airline service between Baltimore and Salisbury, Md., using surplus Army Air Force DC-3s., A member and treasurer of Grace Episcopal Church in Yorktown, his participation in religious and civic activities kept him active in the community after building his home and moving there in 1977. As a charter member and president of the Rotary Club of Yorktown, Mr. Marlin was active for 30 years and awarded a Paul Harris Fellow in 1997. He was also involved for years as manager and Board Chairman of the Fifes and Drums of York Town., In 1996 Mr. Marlin was granted a permit to operate a bed and breakfast enterprise in his home, known as Marl Inn. In 2000 he sold Marl Inn, moved to a smaller residence in Yorktown and then in 2006 moved to Colonial Harbor of Yorktown where he resided until his death. He was capably assisted over the past few years by faithful caregivers Nancy Emery and Rhonda Schell since family members were all located out of state., Mr. Marlin, who never married, was a constant in helping family members through the years, both while manager of Patrick Henry Airport and after moving to Yorktown. He and his sisters lost their father to meningitis in 1915 and he remembered how family in Brunswick and St. Simons Island, Ga., and then a loving stepfather, Howard Barrington Diggs of Relay, Md., helped make a difference in all their lives., He is preceded in death by his mother, Deborah Steuart Marlin Diggs; by both sisters, Deborah Marlin Myers, formally of Williamsburg, Raleigh, N.C., and Yorktown, and Angela Marlin Crown of Zephyrhills, Fla., He is survived by three nieces and two nephews, Deborah Myers Smith of Oxford, Md., William Nelson Myers of Raleigh, N.C., Robert Boyd Myers of Prairie Village, Kan., Jessie Crown Glasure of Freeport, Fla., and Angela Ruth Crown Mc Mickle of Zephyrhills, Fla., In lieu of flowers Mr. Marlin requested that he be remembered through contributions to Grace Historical Church Preservation Foundation (a non-profit), P.O. Box 133, Yorktown, VA 23690., A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at Grace Episcopal Church, 111Church Street, Yorktown, Va. A private family burial service will take place at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Williamsburg, Va.


 


 

Evelyn Fink

FINK, Evelyn Williams, 98, of Richmond, widow of The Rev. Dr. Harold H. Fink, died Friday, January 8, 2010. She was born in Giles County, Va., the oldest child of the late Robert Linley Williams and Vella Meadows Williams. She resided at The Hermitage in Richmond. Mrs. Fink was a graduate of Longwood College earning a degree in mathematics with a minor in history. She was a lifelong active member of The United Methodist Church. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by one sister and three brothers. Mrs. Fink is survived by her twin daughters, Judith F. Turbiville (Harry P. Jr.) and Julia F. Weatherford (Richard L.); grandsons, Patrick L. Turbiville (Amanda) and Mark P. Turbiville (Alice); great-grandchildren, Logan Patrick and Lila Evelyn Turbiville; sisters, Juritta W. Hackworth and Ruth W. Chaves; brother-in-law, The Rev. Dr. Wm. Jeryl Fink (Ann) and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at The Chapel of The Hermitage in Richmond, 1600 Westwood Ave., on Monday, January 11, at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends immediately following the memorial service. Interment at Westhampton Memorial Park will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to The Hermitage Samaritan Fund, 7113 Three Chopt Road, Richmond, Va. 23226, or the Memorial Fund at Trinity United Methodist Church, 903 Forest Ave., Richmond, Va. 23229.


 


 

Evelyn Johnson

JOHNSON, Evelyn Denise, 49, of Margate, Fla., formerly of Richmond, Va., departed this life January 7, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. 


 


 

Fink, Evelyn Williams

. Interment at Westhampton Memorial Park will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to The Hermitage Samaritan Fund, 7113 Three Chopt Road, Richmond, Va., 23226 or the Memorial Fund at Trinity United Methodist Church, 903 Forest Ave. Richmond, Va. 23229., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Firebaugh, Mary Elizabeth Ritter

s will follow at 2 p.m. in Thornspring United Methodist Church Cemetery in Pulaski, Va. The family will receive friends Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mount Pleasant Fire and Rescue Department Station #6 or to the Faith Fellowship of Wirtz Nicaragua Mission. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Online condolences at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Floyd, Juanita Fisher

s will be held at noon at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel with Pastor Tim Harvey officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, Va. 22903 or Mountainside Senior Living, P.O. Box 310, Crozet, Va. 22932., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Fred Wiley Pullon

Fred Wiley Pullon BRISTOL, Va. Fred Wiley Pullon, age 84, passed away on Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. He worked for Monroe Calculating and was a farmer in Scott and Washington Co., Va. He was a member of the Scott Co. Virginia Farm Bureau and Southern State Cooperate. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during WWII. He attended Mary's Chapel Union Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert L. and Mary Geneva McLain Pullon; infant daughter, Janet Lynn Pullon; and sister, Edith Louise Pullon Cox. Survivors include his wife, Grace Eleanor Lilley Pullon; one daughter, Karen Sue Pullon of the home; one sister, Ethel Lee Pullon Worley of Bristol Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, in Akard Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Keith McGrew officiating and Richard Bateman, eulogist. Burial will follow in Mary's Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Don Friesland, Albert Wade Cox, Albert Wade Cox II, David Cox, Douglas Miller and Chuck Miller. Honorary pallbearers will be his nephews and friends. The family will receive friends from 12:302 p.m., Monday prior to the service at Akard Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to Mary's Chapel Memorial Fund, c/o Toni Shaffer, 3326 Guernsey Dr., Bristol, VA 24202; or Mary's Chapel Cemetery Fund, c/o Richard and Donna Bateman, 804 Hooker Rd., Blountville, TN 37617. Email condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., (423) 989-4800 is serving the family of Mr. Pullon.


 


 

George J. MAGNUS Sr.

He was born in Hampton, Va., and lived in the Seaford area for 46 years. He attended Christ Church School in Urbana and Virginia Tech. He served as a meteorologist with the 6th Weather Squadron of the U.S. Army during World War II and worked for NASA in Hampton, Va., in planning and procurement for 35 years. He was a longtime member of the Hampton Yacht Club as well as the Elks and Moose Clubs and the American Legion. He was an avid stamp collector and model plane/boat builder., He was preceded in death by his parents, George O. and Cynthia; and his wife of 48 years, Doris Jane Farmer Magnus., He is survived by his sons, George Jr. and Stacey; his daughter-in-law, Jessica; and his granddaughter, Coralee Jane., Visitation will be held at Amory Funeral Home in Grafton on Sunday from 4 to 5 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Park Lawn Cemetery in Hampton on Monday at 1:30 p.m. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Geraldine Coffey "Gerry"

Geraldine "Gerry" Coffey Geraldine "Gerry" Elmer Coffey died Jan. 8, 2010, after a brief illness. Born in Salem, N.J., Gerry was the daughter of Jeremiah DuBois and Eulalie Tremaine Elmer and resided in Woodbury, N.J., for a number of years. She married David D. Coffey Jr. on June 16, 1951, and has lived in Kingsport, Tenn., since that time. She graduated from Moore Institute of Art in Philadelphia, Pa., and was a talented artist who loved to capture landscapes, birds, and flowers in watercolors. She worked as a draft person for the New Jersey Bell Telephone Company and later in the engineering department of the DuPont Company where she worked on the Manhattan Project during World War II. Gerry was an active member of the Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church, the Martha Circle and the Hope Sunday school class. She chaired the committee for the church prayer chain for 34 years. She was a volunteer at Holston Valley Hospital for 21 years, delivered Meals on Wheels for 23 years, served as a Girl Scout Leader and was one of the first advisors for "Sing-Out Kingsport". She was an avid traveler and enjoyed camping throughout the United States with her family. She loved her friends and always enjoyed a good laugh. Gerry was preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Nancy Elmer Lewis. Surviving is her husband of 58 years, David D. Coffey; and loving daughter, Linda D. Coffey of Kingsport. Other survivors include brother-in-law, Jack (Shirlene) Coffey, Bristol Tennessee; nephews, Richard Lewis, Delanco, N.J., Steve Smith, Houston Texas, Eric Coffey, Knoxville, Tenn.; nieces, Sandra Smith Booher, Bristol Tennessee, and Jennifer Coffey DuBusk, Greeneville, Tenn.; eight great-nephews; and one great-niece. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. at Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church, 213 Colonial Heights Road, with the Rev. Tom Phillips officiating. Friends will gather to celebrate her life in the church fellowship hall following the service. An inurnment service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Memorial fund of Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church, 213 Colonial Heights Road, Kingsport, TN 37663; or to a charity of choice. The staff of Oak Hill is honored to serve the family of Geraldine "Gerry" Coffey. An online guest registry may be signed at


 


 

Gladys B. Durham 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Gladys B. Durham, 93, of Meadow of Dan, who died Jan. 4, 2010, was held Saturday at Meadows of Dan Baptist Church with the Rev. Michael Shockley officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were John Bell, John Terry, Steve Terry, Leonard Conway, Lucian Belcher, Stephen Damsgard and Ralph Damsgard. Arrangements were handled by Moody Funeral Services in Stuart.


 


 

Grace Mae Corker

Johnson Corker, Mae J. Corker, 81, of Louisa, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2010, at her home., Mae was preceded in death by her parents, William T. and Gladys K. Johnson; her husband, Carroll Corker; her infant daughter, Linda Corker; her brother, W.T. "Bill" Johnson Jr.; and her sister, Vivian Vawter., Mae is survived by two daughters, Ann C. "Brenda" Olsen of North Carolina, and Carolyn Lewis and her husband, Rick, of Richmond, Virginia; five grandchildren, William E. Sullivan IV, Melissa Sher and her husband, John, Heather Edwards and her husband, Pete, First Lieutenant Richard G. Lewis II, Sarah Lewis; four great-grandchildren, Hannah and Ryan Sher, Joshua and Lucas Edwards; three brothers, Ralph Johnson, Wade Johnson and his wife, Mary Margaret, and Donald "Don" Johnson; two sisters, Emily Leake and Martha Anne Bourne and her husband, Stanley; a sister-in-law, Marion Johnson; and a brother-in-law, Clifton Vawter., The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:30 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Woodward Funeral Home in Louisa., A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at Hillcrest Cemetery in Louisa with the Reverend Murphy Terry officiating., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mae J. Corker to either Louisa Baptist Church, P.O. Box 552, Louisa, VA 23093, or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911.


 


 

Guieb, Renato Aldea

Mr. Renato Aldea Guieb, of Covington, Va., died Friday, January 8, 2010. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Loving Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Guilliams, Mary E.

s will be held 2 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel with Pastor Scott McLucas officiating. The interment will follow in Fair View Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Disease, Roanoke Salem Chapter ADRDA, 2728 Colonial Ave., SW, Suite 2, Roanoke, Va. 24015. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Guilliams, Nannie Beckner

s will be conducted from Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Chapel 11 a.m. Monday, January 11, 2010 with the Rev. Bud Nichols officiating. Interment will be private in the Beckner Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 140 Floyd Avenue, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Guy Alton Duke, Jr.

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Hancock, Charlie

Mr. Charlie Hancock, 88, of Rocky Mount, Va., died on Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Funeral 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Harold Kidd Sr. (In Memoriam)

Harold Kidd Sr. Remembering your Birthday with lots of love & happy memories. Wife, Rose; Children, Mary & Everett


 


 

Helen V. SLAUSON

She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Jesse F. Slauson Sr.; and her eldest son, Jesse F. Slauson Jr., She is survived by three children, William E. Slauson, Maralyn S. Carr and Patsy S. Dubay; one grandson, Isaac L. Carr; and many nieces and nephews., Helen has always been our inspirational light and is sorely missed by her family.


 


 

Hettie F. McGee 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Hettie M. Fontaine McGee, 86, of Cascade, who died Jan. 4, 2010, was held Saturday at Hairston Funeral Home with Elder Louis Ward officiating. Burial was private. Hairston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 


 


 

Hoback, Louise Van Lear

Mrs. Louise Van Lear Hoback, 99, of Salem, Va., widow of Judge Frederick L. Hoback, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010. She was born in Basic City (now Waynesboro), Va., on April 15, 1910, to the late Charles Ambrose and Bess Crickenberger Van Lear. Her grandfather, a Confederate cavalryman, helped found Basic City during the post-war era, and her father was a prominent business leader and mayor of the Shenandoah Valley boom town. Her Van Lear, Crickenberger, Fishburne, and Crosby ancestors settled in the middle Shenandoah Valley early in the 18th century and supported the American cause during the revolution., Educated in Basic City and later privately in Charlottesville, to which she moved with her family in 1923, she received her academic and ballet training in New York and was an accredited teacher of the dance, returning to Charlottesville to join the faculty of St. Anne's School for Girls. She met her husband there when he was a law student at the University of Virginia. They established their home in Salem where he practiced law, taught business and law at Roanoke College, was instrumental in establishing Salem as an independent city, and ended his career as a Senior Circuit Court Judge in Virginia., Mrs. Hoback taught dance and ballet to generations of Salem and Roanoke Valley children, was a leader in the growth and development of North Cross School, and participated in numerous civic causes in Salem and the greater Roanoke Valley. She was the oldest living member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and her garden and social club memberships included the bridge club and book club. She spent time as a Boy Scout pack leader and even helped her own sons deliver newspapers in the early morning hours., She was preceded in death by her husband, Judge Frederick L. Hoback; son, Judge Frederick L. Hoback Jr.; grandson, Frederick L. Hoback III; sisters, Phyllis Van Lear Lum and Mildred Van Lear Kaulback; and brothers, John Ambrose Fishburne Van Lear, Carlton A. Van Lear, and Glenwood Michael Van Lear., Her surviving family includes her sons, Charles Van Lear Hoback and wife, Paula Wood Hoback, and Andrew Fishburne Hoback and wife, Nancy Ludlum Hoback; daughter-in-law, Kathryn Good Hoback; grandchildren, Charles Van Lear Hoback Jr., Heidi Victoria Hoback, Sheridan Hoback McVeigh, Kirk Stratton Hoback, and Mary Neal Hoback; and many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends., will be held 10 a.m. on Monday, January 11, 2010, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salem. Interment will follow at East Hill Cemetery in Salem. The Rev. Dr. Robert T. Copenhaver will officiate. Flowers are appreciated and donations in her name may also be made to either the Salem Rescue Squad at 201 South Broad Street in Salem, Va. 24153, The Boy's Home at 306 Boy's Home Road in Covington, Va. 24426 or to St. Paul's Episcopal Church at 42 East Main Street in Salem, Va. 24153. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Hoback family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Howard L. Stainback

Rev. Howard Lee Stainback, 83, of 2790 County Drive, Petersburg, entered eternal rest on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at John Randolph Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Susie Bailey Stainback; brother, Junous Stainback; and sister, Margaret Ricks., Howard was born and educated in Surry County. He retired from Bethlehem Steel with over 42 years of service and served in the U.S. Navy. His hobbies included being an auto mechanic and loved to fish. At an early age he was baptized at First Baptist Church, Dendron, Va., and later joined Faith Baptist in Baltimore, Md., serving in various capacities as junior/senior usher, deacon, Male Chorus and New Members Ministry. He was called to the ministry in 1984 and gave his trial sermon in 1986. He served faithfully for 60 years until relocating to Virginia and joining Jerusalem Baptist Church. He served as associate minister and in the New Members Ministry until his health declined. His favorite scriptures were Psalm 139:23, 24 and John 14:1-3., He leaves to cherish his memories: a loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Mrs. Avis Flowers Stainback; god daughter, Grace L. Jones; two sisters-in-law, Elsie F. Thomas and Jerline F. Elliot (Albert, Sr.) of Spring Grove, Va.; two devoted nieces, Amy Bowlware and Avis Bennett, of Disputanta; host of nephews; nieces; other relatives; and friends., Funeral service will be held 12 noon Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Waverly. Rev. Douglas F. Adams, pastor and Rev. Gregory Maddox, pastor of Faith Baptist Church, Baltimore, Md., will officiate. The interment will be at Swanns Point Baptist Church Cemetery, Spring Grove, Va. The family and friends will assemble at the church at 11:30 a.m., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg.


 


 

Hugh B. TREVILLIAN

Ben, a graduate of Hampton High School, was the proud owner of Anchor Pools, which he founded in 1976. He was a member and past president of the Yorktown Rotary, having served on various committees. Ben's favorite past times were golfing, sailing, riding his Harley and spending time with his family., He was preceded in death by his son, Michael B. Trevillian., Survivors include his wife, Susan Trevillian; one daughter, Kristina Kelley; four sons, Benny Trevillian, Tommy Trevillian, Steven Kelley and Bradley Kelley; sister, Mary Harding; two brothers, Richard and Tom Trevillian; and five grandchildren., The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at St. Luke's United Methodist Church with burial to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park., The family wishes to express extreme gratitude to Dr. John Kessler, the staff of Virginia Oncology Associates and Heartland Hospice., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Luke's United Methodist Church Building Fund, 300 Ella Taylor Road, Yorktown, VA 23692.


 


 

Hughes, Dessaix B.

Dessaix B. Hughes, 88, of Fairfield, Va., died Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Irene Koebel

KOEBEL, Irene Richardson, 74, of Richmond, passed away Friday, January 1, 2010 surrounded by family after a year-long battle with lung cancer. She was a dedicated employee of Westbury Pharmacy, Skilligalee Restaurant and Italian Kitchen Restaurant before retiring in 2000. After retirement she was quite busy taking care of homeless animals; working in her garden and surrounding herself with dear friends; all of which brought her great joy. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Louise Richardson, Florence R. Jenkins; stepfather, Gene Jenkins; and brother, Charles Richardson, all of Jacksonville, Fla. She was a kind and generous mother, grandmother and friend to all who knew her. She is survived by her three children, Mark E. Koebel (Brenda), Cindy Proffitt Swift (Bill), and George "Shorty" Koebel (Linda); nine grandchildren, Shannan P. Bowman, Travis Proffitt, Ryan Koebel, Rachel Proffitt, Aaron Koebel, Michael Koebel, Greg Koebel, Michelle Koebel and Sarah Koebel; five great-grandchildren, Carter and Alex Bowman, Titus Koebel, Saylor Proffitt and Reese Koebel, born December 28, 2009, all of Richmond, and all the apple of her eye. She is also survived by former husband and friend, Preston "Sonny" Thompson; one brother, Andy Richardson of Virginia Beach; devoted sister, Helen "Richie" Richardson; youngest sister, Sandy McKinnon, all of Jacksonville, Fla.; and many nephews, nieces, loved ones and friends in Ohio. Out of love and respect to our mother, her wishes will be granted and no services will be held.


 


 

Irma Weeks Guy

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Isabella Bonner

BONNER, Isabella, 88, of Richmond, departed this life January 8, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. 


 


 

J. Richard Brown

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JULIA ALLEN (In Memoriam)

ALLEN - In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Julia R. Allen, who passed January 5, 2008. A heart so wonderfully kind, sweetly tender, fond and true. There is not a day, dear Mother, that we do not think of you. Daughters: Jean A. Greene, Joyce A. Morrow Grandchildren: Juanne V. Greene, Benjamin H. Morrow and Great-grandchildren.


 


 

Jackson, Robert Floyd

will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church, Hillsville., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Jacob H. Young 

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James Henry Monk

James Henry Monk HONAKER, Va. Mr. James Henry Monk, age 70, went to be with the Lord on Saturday Jan. 9, 2010, at his home. Born June 13, 1939, in Berwind, W.Va., he was a son of the late Vicie Ball Monk and Robert Monk. He had spent most of his life in the area and was a retired coal miner having been employed by Seaboard in the Buchanan County area. He attended Freedom Chapel Church in the Honaker area. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Troy Monk. Survivors include his wife, Connie Monk of the home; one daughter, Vickie Monk of Pounding Mill; one son, Roy Monk and his wife, Chrissy of Tazewell; one brother, Elbert Monk and wife, Goldie of Meadowview; step-father, Clarence Honaker; three step-daughters, Kelly Myers of the home, Kim Ratliff and husband, Randy of Lebanon, and Amanda Peak of Miss.; daughter-in-law, Leanna Nichols; grandchildren, Chelsea Hill and husband, Timothy, Nathan Monk, and Mark Horn; three step-grandchildren, Ryan Honaker, Danny Ratliff, and Richard Ratliff; one great-grandchild, Justice Hill; and one special niece, Isabella Williams also survives. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Home Nursing Company and Ricky Strouth. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with the Rev. Fairley Spencer officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Williams, Richard Ratliff, Danny Ratliff, Ryan Honaker, Jerry Monk, and Tommy Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be Andrew Williams, Charles Galliher, and Mark Horn. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday.


 


 

James Loving Stork

On Thursday, January 7, 2010, James Loving Stork left his earthly home and entered his heavenly home., James was born in Lynchburg, Virginia, the son of the late James Edward Stork and Helen Loving Stork., James was survived by his wife, June W. Stork; one son, James Loving Stork and his wife, Bridget, of Lebanon, Virginia; one daughter, Braylan Boyle and her husband, Michael, of Crozet, Virginia; five grandchildren, Ashlie Stork, Ashley Shortridge, Emma Lane, Anabella and Lillie Boyle., James was a true "cowboy". He rode horses to round ups and could rope his calves. He loved choosing show cattle, fitting the calves out to show, but the best was taking them into the ring and collecting the blue ribbon. After his family, cattle were his passion. He could tell you the family pedigree on each of his animals., Jim loved to swap stories with his buddies, Courtney Craft, Ronnie Dollins, and Roscoe Faris. They spent many an hour these past months swapping tales as fast as they got them out., Jim was educated in Albemarle County and graduated from Albemarle High School in l962. He then went to Virginia Tech where he graduated in 1968., Jim loved to write and often wrote several letters to the Editor at the Daily Progress. He wrote poems to his friends and co-workers at University of Virginia, especially when Virginia Tech/University of Virginia football games came around., Jim's family would like to thank the Hospice of the Piedmont for their dedicated service to him., In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Hospice of Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911., The family will receive friends at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel in Crozet, Virginia, from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010., A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at Amherst Cemetery in Amherst, Virginia, with Doctor Glenn Holman of First Presbyterian Church in Waynesboro, Virginia, officiating., Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

James M. REYNOLDS

He is survived by his children, Thurman Reynolds of Reston, Wayne Reynolds of Newport News, Jerome Reynolds of Radcliff, Kentucky, Isaac Jones of Spring Grove, and Sylbria Reynolds-Johnson of Hampton; 19 grandchildren, several great and great-great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at Macedonia Baptist Church, 5500 Marshall Avenue, Newport News. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Newport News., Viewing will be 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Monday. The family will receive friends at the home of his daughter, Sylbria Johnson.


 


 

James Mitchell Liddell

James Mitchell Liddell, James Mitchell Liddell of Barboursville, Virginia, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010., He was born on August 1, 1945, in Houston Texas. He, leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Ana Marie Liddell; and three children, Jason Liddell and his wife, Becky, of Chesapeake, Virginia, Alexandra Henry and her husband, Edmond, of San Diego, California, Melinda Seberger and her husband, Dennis, of Jacksonville, North Carolina. He was the adored grandpa to four grandchildren, Julian, Hannah, Adrianna, and Yvonne., Jim was a kind and generous man with an open heart for all. He dedicated his life to being the best husband, father and grandfather that he could be by always bragging about how proud he was of his family and their accomplishments. Jim truly lived life to the fullest, dancing, fishing, reading, telling stories and loving unconditionally. He will forever be missed., The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Ryan Funeral Home 12819 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville VA 22968.


 


 

James Solomon

James Solomon, 65, of Charlottesville, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2009, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was the son of the late Joseph and Mildred Smith Solomon., He leaves to cherish their memories two daughters: Carol and Michelle Burnley of Charlottesville; a sister, Earline Solomon Jackson of Newport News, Virginia; two brothers, William Solomon and his wife, Christine, of Charlottesville and Ruddell Solomon of Detroit, Michigan; a devoted cousin, Shirley Solomon Parrish of Charlottesville; other relatives and friends., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at Cresent Halls, 500 South First Street, Charlottesville, with the Reverend Mary Carey officiating.


 


 

Jean Dinsmore

DINSMORE, Jean Marjorie Potter, 91, of Midlothian, went to be with the Lord on Thursday January 7, 2009. She is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Joyce Harris of Kansas, Charlotte Phillips of California and Mary and Paul Attanasio Jr. of Midlothian; grandchildren, Brittany Harris, Paul Attanasio and his wife, Katie, and Jason Attanasio; great-grandaughter, Emma King Harris; many nieces, nephews, and other family members; and her faithful dog, Molly. She was preceded in death by her late husbands, Arthur Dinsmore Jr. and Laverne T. Heaps, and a daughter, Beth Dinsmore. Jean's family is thankful for the loving care provided by Crystal Mata of Visiting Angels, as well as all the support and care provided by the staff of Medi Home Health and Hospice. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, January 15 at Dale Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Medi Home Health and Hospice, 8100 Three Chopt Road, Suite 226, Richmond, Va. 23229, or the Richmond SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, Va. 23220.


 


 

Jean Lawrence Thurston

Jean Lawrence Thurston of Keswick, died peacefully in her sleep at home on Saturday, January 9, 2010, after her courageous 26 -month battle with cancer., She was born on November 14, 1947, in Roanoke, Virginia, the daughter of the late W. C. and Nira Ferguson Lawrence., She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Myles D. Thurston; her son, Trent and his wife, Harmony, of Charlottesville; and her brother-in-law, Kenneth F. Thurston and his wife, Rebecca, of Wintergreen. She is also survived by her niece, Dana Thurston Patterson; and two nephews, Kenton and Ryan Quick and his wife, Vanessa., Jean graduated from Lane High School and attended Averett University in Danville, Virginia. She enjoyed the friendship and support from a special group of friends in the Glenmore Community., The family thanks Doctor Gordon Morris and his staff for their exceptional care during Jean's illness. Also, thank you to the wonderful staff of Hospice of the Piedmont., To honor Jean's request, there will be no funeral service., A memorial service will be held at a later date., Also at Jean's request, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Marianne's Room, Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation, 459 Locust Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902, or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville VA 22911.


 


 

Jerome Harris

HARRIS, Jerome "Jet" Thomas, 62, of Richmond, departed this life January 9, 2010. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later.


 


 

Jessie C. Lucas (In Memoriam)

In loving memory of LUCAS, Jessie C. Rhone One year ago today God looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful now because he always takes the best. We love and miss you. ~The Lucas Family


 


 

John D. Oliver

John D. Oliver PINEY FLATS, Tenn. Mr. John D. Oliver, 58, passed away Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Mr. Oliver was a native of Johnson City who had lived in Piney Flats most of his life. He was the son of Olivene Matherly Oliver and the late John I. Oliver. In addition to his father; his paternal grandparents, Robert and Vona Mae Oliver; maternal grandparents, John H. and Blanche Matherly also preceded him in death. Mr. Oliver had worked for Polymer as a molder and also at Wal-Mart. He was a member of the Poplar Ridge Christian Church. Survivors include one daughter, Shannon Oliver of Piney Flats; one brother, Mike Oliver and his wife Wanda of Piney Flats; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and five granddogs. The funeral service for Mr. John D. Oliver will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, in the Edgefield United Methodist Church. Rev. Estel Williams will officiate. The graveside committal service will follow in the Edgefield United Methodist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jimmy Oliver, Bobby Oliver, J.D. Martin, Joe Brummitt, David Saddler, Todd Saddler, Michael Saddler and Jack Chatman. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Matherly, Russ Armentrout, Kelly Carroll and the "Ridge Gang". The family will receive friends at Morris-Baker from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday. In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to the Sullivan County Animal Shelter, 380 Massengill Road, Blountville, TN 37617 Memories and condolences may be sent to the Oliver family via, . Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, is serving the Oliver family. (423) 282-1521


 


 

John D. Ross 

Jan 10, 2010 John Dove Ross, 83, of Roanoke County and formerly of Stuart, died Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Sycamore Baptist Church cemetery at Buffalo Ridge in Patrick County. Oakey's Funeral Service in Roanoke is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

John Flippen Sr.

FLIPPEN, John C. Sr., formerly of South Hill and Richmond, died Monday, January 4, 2010 at his home in Williamsburg, Va. with Nancy Carol Ramsey and his faithful companion Merlin present. Mr. Flippen was the son of the late Robert Glyde and Ethel Seward Flippen of South Hill. He is survived by his three children, Lisa Flippen Hagan, John Crowder Flippen Jr. and his wife, Elly, and their son, Jake, and Jonathan Glyde Flippen and his stepdaughter, Sydney Leigh Halbleib, and her daughter, Indigo. His career began in the Richmond home building/real estate development sector and in midlife he became an entrepreneur in the dry cleaning business. He had many friends within South Hill and the Richmond Jaycees in his early years. He had a sarcastic wit and lived life on his terms. His best memories were of times spent on Buggs Island Lake with his friends and family, and he regularly spoke fondly of his father, Robert. In his final years, he finally found a peaceful relationship with Nancy Carol Ramsey. Funeral services will be private. Online condolences may be sent to crowderhitecrews.com.


 


 

John K. CABANISS

Mr. Cabaniss retired from Newport News Shipbuilding as an Electrical Designer after 30 years of service. He served honorably for 11 years in the U.S. Navy as an officer during WWII and Korea. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in June 1944 and earned numerous U.S. Navy Medals during his service. He was a member of Sons of American Revolution and the James River Country Club., He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Davis Cabaniss and wife, Elizabeth Saunders Cabaniss; mother, Louise Kelly Cabaniss; father, Jefferson Kent Cabaniss; and sister, Dorothy Cabaniss Norman., Survivors include his wife, Marguerite Peterson Cabaniss; daughter, Camille Cabaniss Pasternak of Carrollton, Texas; two sons, John C. Cabaniss of Thiensville, Wis., and Charles K. Cabaniss of Yorktown; 10 grandchildren, Jessica M. Cabaniss, Joshua C. Cabaniss, Jason G. Cabaniss, Sara D. Cabaniss, Katie A. Pasternak, Andrew A. Pasternak, David R. Pasternak, Kelly M. Cabaniss, David J. Cabaniss and Scott T. Cabaniss; one great-grandchild, Reagan Klippstein; and one nephew, Douglas Norman of Corpus Christi, Texas., The family would like to thank Jackie Tann and Riverside Hospice, especially nurses, Jane and Daniell for the excellent care recently provided.


 


 

Johnita Lynn Brown (In Memoriam)

CUNNINGHAM, Johnita Lynn They say time heals all wounds, but the memory of missing you is painful, we will never forget your smiling face. John Sr., Greg & Family 


 


 

Jones, Benny Dale

Benny Dale Jones, 62, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010. Celebration of his Life 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Horne Funeral Home in Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Jones, Luther O.

Luther O. Jones, 92, of New Castle, Va., passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Joyce Baker-Hunter

BAKER-HUNTER, Joyce Elizabeth, entered eternal rest Saturday, January 9, 2010. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home will be serving her family.


 


 

Juanita Fisher Floyd

Juanita Fisher Floyd, Juanita Fisher Floyd, 90, of Charlottesville, formerly of Roanoke, died on Wednesday, January 6, 2010., She was born on September 12, 1919, in Wertz, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, John R. Floyd Jr.; a sister, S. Mildred Nowlan; and a brother, J. Cecil Fisher., She leaves behind to cherish her memory two daughters, Jo Ann Ferguson and her husband, Wayne, of Charlottesville, Betty Jane Fisher and her husband, David, of Charlotte, North Carolina., She was the much loved granny to five grandsons, Patrick Ferguson and his wife, Alycia, of Lynchburg, Christopher Ferguson and his wife, Monica, of Charlottesville, Joseph Ferguson and his wife, Sarah, of Charlottesville, Jim Fisher and his wife, Diana, of Houston, Texas, and AN John Fisher, United States Navy, stationed Boston, Massachusetts; nine great-grandchildren, Austin, Palmer, Collin, Reid, Abigail, Madeline and William Ferguson and Carolina and Jay Fisher. Her family will greatly miss her. She had a heart full of love and kept all the family in touch through the years., Juanita was a lifelong member of Central Church of the Brethren where she taught Sunday school to the three year olds in her early adult years and later was Treasurer of her Sunday school class for 21 years. She served as a Girl Scout leader and a Brownie leader when her daughters were young. She worked as a Bookkeeper for S. Lewis Lionberger Construction Company for many years. The last two years Juanita resided at The Laurels of Charlottesville and before that she was at Mountainside Senior Living in Crozet, Virginia., The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, where services will be held 12 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel with Pastor Tim Harvey officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22903 or Mountainside Senior Living, P.O. Box 310, Crozet, VA 22932.


 


 

June E. Milks-Hale "Libby"

MILKS-HALE, June E."Libby," a longtime resident of Amelia, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Al and Dell White. She is survived by her loving husband, Charlie Hale; her sister, Pat Hoffmann; her brother, Robert White; two nieces, Lisa Atkins and Carrie Hall; three great-nephews; two stepdaughters, Shelia Holben and Denise Allsop; and three stepgrandsons. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 16, 2010 at the Amelia Baptist Church, Amelia Courthouse, Amelia, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society , (800) 227-2345.


 


 

Katherine Hurt

HURT, Katherine Mitchell "Kitty," of Mechanicsville, passed away at home surrounded by her family Sunday, January 2, 2009 after a long, courageous battle with cancer and the effects of whole-brain radiation. Ms. Hurt, the daughter of the late Frank Mitchell Sr. and Annie LeSueur Mitchell, was born April 15, 1933 in Buckingham County and was a graduate of John Marshall High School. She began working at United Insurance Company at the young age of 16. One of her proudest accomplishments is the fact that she worked for them for 57 years, retiring as office manager only when forced to by her illness. Kitty will always be remembered for her contagious laugh, her incredible work ethic, her independence and her undying devotion to her children. She is survived by her two daughters, Cathi Lynn Hurt and Cindi Hurt Crawford and her husband, Greg, all of Mechanicsville; two sisters, Lillian Dowdy of Sandston and Mary Jane Jones and her husband, Thurmon, of North Carolina; three brothers, Frank Mitchell Jr. of Sandston, Kenneth Mitchell Sr. and his wife, Margaret, of Mechanicsville, and Raymond Mitchell and his wife, Louise, of Quinton; and her precious granddaughter, Jessica Leigh Archer of Mechanicsville. The family received friends at Monaghan Funeral Home in Mechanicsville on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at Mechanicsville Baptist Church. Interment followed at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cullather Brain Tumor & Quality of Life Center, 5875 Bremo Road, St. Mary's Hospital, Medical Office Building South, Suite 108, Richmond, Virginia 23226. The family would also like to express their appreciation to her caregivers and second family, Jeannette Wyatt, Miesha Wyatt, Cynthia Smith, Cierra Smith and Cynthia Curtis, for the love and devotion they showed to "Miss Kitty" in the last months of her life.


 


 

King, Doris Ann Jenkins

Doris Ann Jenkins King, 67, of Roanoke, Va., died Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel & Crematory, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

LAWRENCE BRYCE Jr. (In Memoriam)

BRYCE In loving memory of Lawrence A. Bryce Jr. Always thinking of you, Always missing you. Always, Family and Friends 


 


 

Lillian Jones Bartlett

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Lindsay Jr., James Wayne

11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Lorriane Clifton 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Lorraine Clifton, 87, of Martinsville, who died Jan. 4, 2010, was held Friday at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel with the Rev. Eldon Morgan officiating. Burial was in Meadows of Dan Baptist Church cemetery. Pallbearers were Rickey Eugene Wright, Harold Roberts, David Wright, David Gray, Chase Watson and Mike Wright.


 


 

Louise Dooley

DOOLEY, Louise Slaughter, of Bradenton, Fla., who returned home to Richmond to fulfill her wish to see family and friends, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2010 at the age of 90. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aubrey and Ethel Tuck; brother, Clinton; her first husband of 40 years, Gilbert "Johnny" Slaughter; and her second husband of 26 years, T. Herman Dooley. She is survived by her son, John Slaughter and wife, Karina; daughter, Betty Tatum and late husband, Roy; grandchildren, Wendy and husband, Vince Valdrighi, Troy and wife, Brandy Tatum; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Tatum Valdrighi and Austin Tatum; stepdaughter, Karly Coleman and husband, Rob; stepgrandchildren, Kerry and husband, Eric Dering and Nicole Smith; stepgrandson, William and wife, Kathy Simon; stepgreat-grandchildren, William Jr. and Olivia Simon. Special thanks to a dear family friend and loving caregiver, Mary McDonough. Louise was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a beautiful person with a heart full of love. She enjoyed life and leaves behind many wonderful friends and family that will forever cherish a lifetime of memories and will miss her greatly. The family will receive visitors at Bennett's Funeral Home on Lee-Davis Road Saturday (today) from 2 to 8 p.m., where funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to New Bridge Baptist Church, 5701 Elko Road, Sandston, Va. or United Methodist Church, 603 11th St. W., Bradenton Fla.


 


 

Louise Hoback

HOBACK, Mrs. Louise Van Lear, 99, of Salem, widow of Judge Frederick L. Hoback, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010. She was born in Basic City (now Waynesboro), Virginia on April 15, 1910 to the late Charles Ambrose and Bess Crickenberger Van Lear. Her grandfather, a Confederate cavalryman, helped found Basic City during the post-war era, and her father was a prominent business leader and mayor of the Shenandoah Valley boom town. Her Van Lear, Crickenberger, Fishburne, and Crosby ancestors settled in the middle Shenandoah Valley early in the 18th century and supported the American cause during the revolution. Educated in Basic City and later privately in Charlottesville, to which she moved with her family in 1923, she received her academic and ballet training in New York and was an accredited teacher of the dance, returning to Charlottesville to join the faculty of St. Anne's School for Girls. She met her husband there when he was a law student at the University of Virginia. They established their home in Salem where he practiced law, taught business and law at Roanoke College, was instrumental in establishing Salem as an independent city, and ended his career as a Senior Circuit Court Judge in Virginia. Mrs. Hoback taught dance and ballet to generations of Salem and Roanoke Valley children, was a leader in the growth and development of North Cross School, and participated in numerous civic causes in Salem and the greater Roanoke Valley. She was the oldest living member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, and her garden and social club memberships included the bridge club and book club. She spent time as a Boy Scout pack leader and even helped her own sons deliver newspapers in the early morning hours. She was preceded in death by her husband, Judge Frederick L. Hoback; son, Judge Frederick L. Hoback Jr.; grandson, Frederick L. Hoback III; sisters, Phyllis Van Lear Lum and Mildred Van Lear Kaulback; and brothers, John Ambrose Fishburne Van Lear, Carlton A. Van Lear and Glenwood Michael Van Lear. Her surviving family includes her sons, Charles Van Lear Hoback and wife, Paula Wood Hoback, and Andrew Fishburne Hoback and wife, Nancy Ludlum Hoback; daughter-in-law, Kathryn Good Hoback; grandchildren, Charles Van Lear Hoback Jr., Heidi Victoria Hoback, Sheridan Hoback McVeigh, Kirk Stratton Hoback, and Mary Neal Hoback; and many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 10, 2010 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salem. Interment will follow at East Hill Cemetery in Salem. The Rev. Dr. Robert T. Copenhaver will officiate. Flowers are appreciated and donations in her name may also be made to either the Salem Rescue Squad, 201 South Broad Street, Salem, Virginia 24153, The Boys' Home, 306 Boys' Home Road, Covington, Virginia 24426, or to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 42 East Main Street, Salem, Virginia 24153. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Hoback family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441.


 


 

Louise Lamie Bridges

Louise Lamie Bridges Louise Lamie Bridges, 92, passed away on Friday, Jan. 8th, at Sanctuary of Holy Cross Rehabilitation Center in Silver Spring, Md. Louise, caring, loving and full of life, was preceded in death by her parents, Ethel and Worley Frye; and her son, Bobby Bridges. Louise is survived by her husband, Robert Bridges; her daughter, Rita Stewart; son-in-law, James Stewart; granddaughter, Tina Lewis and her husband Derek Lewis; and two great-grandchildren, Julian and Siena Lewis. Funeral services will be provided by Henderson Funeral Home, 148 East Main Street, Saltville, VA 24370. Viewing will be on Monday, Jan. 11 from 6-8 p.m. and funeral will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Julian Lewis Elevator Fund, 1903 Kings Forest Trail, Mount Airy, MD 21771. Online condolenses may be made to


 


 

Louise Van Lear Hoback

Mrs. Louise Van Lear Hoback, 99, of Salem, widow of Judge Frederick L. Hoback, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010., She was born in Basic City (now Waynesboro), Virginia, on April 15, 1910, to the late Charles Ambrose and Bess Crickenberger Van Lear. Her grandfather, a Confederate cavalryman, helped found Basic City during the post-war era, and her father was a prominent business leader and mayor of the Shenandoah Valley boom town. Her Van Lear, Crickenberger, Fishburne, and Crosby ancestors settled in the middle Shenandoah Valley early in the 18th century and supported the American cause during the revolution., Educated in Basic City and later privately in Charlottesville, to which she moved with her family in 1923, she received her academic and ballet training in New York and was an accredited teacher of the dance, returning to Charlottesville to join the faculty of St. Anne's School for Girls. She met her husband there when he was a law student at the University of Virginia. They established their home in Salem where he practiced law, taught business and law at Roanoke College, was instrumental in establishing Salem as an independent city, and ended his career as a Senior Circuit Court Judge in Virginia., Mrs. Hoback taught dance and ballet to generations of Salem and Roanoke Valley children, was a leader in the growth and development of North Cross School, and participated in numerous civic causes in Salem and the greater Roanoke Valley. She was the oldest living member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and her garden and social club memberships included the bridge club and book club. She spent time as a Boy Scout pack leader and even helped her own sons deliver newspapers in the early morning hours., She was preceded in death by her husband, Judge Frederick L. Hoback; a son, Judge Frederick L. Hoback Jr.; a grandson, Frederick L. Hoback III; sisters, Phyllis Van Lear Lum and Mildred Van Lear Kaulback; and brothers, John Ambrose Fishburne Van Lear, Carlton A. Van Lear, and Glenwood Michael Van Lear., Her surviving family includes her sons, Charles Van Lear Hoback and his wife, Paula Wood Hoback, and Andrew Fishburne Hoback and his wife, Nancy Ludlum Hoback; a daughter-in-law, Kathryn Good Hoback; grandchildren, Charles Van Lear Hoback Jr., Heidi Victoria Hoback, Sheridan Hoback McVeigh, Kirk Stratton Hoback, and Mary Neal Hoback; and many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends., The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem., A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salem. Interment will follow at East Hill Cemetery in Salem. The Reverend Doctor Robert T. Copenhaver will officiate., Flowers are appreciated and donations in her name may also be made to either the Salem Rescue Squad at at 201 South Broad Street in Salem, Virginia 24153, The Boys' Home at 306 Boys' Home Road in Covington, Virginia 24426, or to St. Paul's Episcopal Church at 42 East Main Street in Salem, Virginia 24153., The Hoback family is being served by John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home in Salem, 540-389-5441.


 


 

Lucille F. Wampler

Lucille F. Wampler BRISTOL, Va. Lucille F. Wampler, 82, died on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at NHC of Bristol. Survivors include her daughters, Michelle White and her husband Robert, and Vicki Waldron; son, Ronnie Wampler and his wife Linda; grandchildren, Rody, Clint, Eric, Emily, Robert, and Benjamin; great-granddaughter, Elizabeth; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon, Jan. 11, 2010, in the Chapel of Memories at Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Robert F. White, Jr. officiating. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting


 


 

Luther Otis Umphlett

Luther Otis Umphlett, 94, formerly of Franklin, died on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at his home in Barboursville, Virginia., Mr. Umphlett was born in Gates County and was the son of the late Lee O. and Annie Perry Umphlett. Retired from Union Camp Corporation after 33 years, he was a member of Franklin Congregational Christian Church and Post 73 of the American Legion. A veteran of World War II, he proudly served in the Pacific Theater with the United States Army Combat Engineer Corps. In addition, to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Edna Mason Umphlett; two brothers and two sisters., Surviving are his daughters, Evelyn Mink and her husband, James, of Barboursville, Pamela Adams and her husband, Reginald, of Charlottesville, and Jacqueline Smith of Windsor; his brother, Millard Umphlett and his wife, Shirley, of Eure, North Carolina; six grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family members., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2010, at the chapel of Miller Funeral Home, 304 Main Street, Gatesville, North Carolina, by the Reverend Lafayette Wilkins and Doctor Wayne Proctor. Burial will follow at the Cool Spring Baptist Church Cemetery in the Eure community., Friends may join the family on Monday at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until time of services., In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cool Spring Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 10, Eure, NC 27935; American Legion Post 73, Franklin, VA 23851; Franklin Congregational Christian Church Building Fund, Franklin, VA 23851; or to Eure Baptist Church Building Fund, Eure, NC 27935.


 


 

MALINDA ANDERSON (In Memoriam)

ANDERSON - In loving memory of our dear aunt, Malinda Anderson, who passed away two years ago, January 6, 2008. Precious memories. With love, Dorothy, Richard & family


 


 

Mae Corker

CORKER, Mae J., 81, of Louisa, Va., passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010 at her hokme. Mae was preceded in death by her parents, William T. and Gladys K. Johnson; her husband, Carroll Corker; her infant daughter, Linda Corker; her brother, W.T. "Bill" Johnson Jr.; and her sister, Vivian Vawter. Mae is survived by two daughters, Ann C. Olsen "Brenda" of North Carolina, and Carolyn Lewis and her husband, Rick, of Richmond, Va.; five grandchildren, William E. Sullivan IV, Melissa Sher and her husband, John, Heather Edwards and her husband, Pete, 1st Lt. Richard G. Lewis II, and Sarah Lewis; four great-grandchildren, Hannah and Ryan Sher and Joshua and Lucas Edwards; three brothers, Ralph Johnson, Wade Johnson and his wife, Mary Margaret, and Donald "Don" Johnson; two sisters, Emily Leake and Martha Anne Bourne and her husband, Stanley; a sister-in-law, Marion Johnson; and a brother-in-law, Clifton Vawter. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:30 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010 at Woodward Funeral Home in Louisa. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2010 at Hillcrest Cemetery in Louisa with Rev. Murphy Terry officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mae J. Corker to either Louisa Baptist Church, P.O. Box 552, Louisa, Va. 23093, or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Pkwy., Suite 300, Charlottesville, Va. 22911. For online guestbook, please visit www.woodwardfuneral.com.


 


 

Margie Lee Thompson

Margie Lee Baber Thompson, Margie Lee Baber Thompson, 76, of Faber, died Thursday, January 7, 2010, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville., She was born on October 1, 1933, in Charlottesville, a daughter of the late Dean Baber and Clara Toms Baber. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Baber., She is survived by her husband of 56 years, James C. Thompson; three sons, Kenny Thompson and his wife, Brenda, of Gordonsville, Ricky Thompson of Ivy and Bobby Thompson and his wife, Barbara, of Faber; one sister, Ruby Witt of Crozet; three grandchildren, Cathy, Timothy and Victoria Thompson; two great-grandchildren, Britney and Clayton Thompson; two nephews, Jack Witt of Scottsville and Donnie Witt of Elizabeth City, North Carolina., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m.Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel in Lovingston with the Reverend Courtney Powell officiating. Interment will follow at the Rock Spring Cemetery in Faber., The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2020., The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of South 7 at Martha Jefferson Hospital for all their care and devotion to Margie., Arrangements by Wells/ Sheffield Funeral Chapel of Lovingston 434-263-4097.


 


 

Martha Jobson (In Memoriam)

JOBSON - In memory of my mother, Martha S. Jobson, on her birthday. Happy Birthday, Mama. I love and miss you always, Bobbie 


 


 

Marvin Sheets

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Mary BANDY

She married the late Mr. Carlton Bandy and they were blessed with four children. They later relocated to Newport News, Va., where he found employment at the Newport News Shipyard (now Northrop Grumman) and they were blessed with three more children., She was a homemaker, and a member of New Grafton Baptist Church, where the Rev. Dr. Michael L. Sumler is pastor and she served on the senior Usher Board. Since attaining the age of 80 plus in 1990, she has been awarded many awards for being the oldest citizen in the community and her church. Most significantly, she received the Newport News Parks and Recreation annual "Active Lifestyles " award in 2008., She leaves to cherish her precious memories, two sisters, Queen Dixon of Philadelphia, Pa., and Betty Parker of Washington, D.C.; two daughters, Daisy B. Hundley (Norman) of Newport News, and Leola Lawrence (William) of Hampton; four sons, Richard C. Bandy (Edna) of Newport News, Melvin Bandy (Alberta) of Hampton, John E. Bandy of Newport News, and Roger Bandy (Caroline) of Newport News; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.


 


 

Mary Coor

COOR, Mary Frances Bartholomew, 90, of Burgess, formerly of Richmond, died Friday, January 8, 2010. She was born February 20, 1919 in Nash County, N.C., the daughter of the late Emma Westray and Charles B. Bartholomew Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norwood Osman Coor, and a brother, Charles B. Bartholomew Jr. Mrs. Coor was a 1937-graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School in Richmond and was a lifelong member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Richmond. She retired in 1978 as an executive secretary from Standard Drug Company in Richmond. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Bruce Daniel and Joanne George Coor of Burgess; their children, Jonathan David Coor, Maegan Westray Coor, Catherine Lane Winstead; and a great-grandson, Paxton Joel Carver. Graveside services 11 a.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Richmond. Memorials may be made to Northumberland Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Reedville 22539.


 


 

Mary R. Wilkes

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Maultsby, Hazel Catherine Ault Falconer

Hazel F. Maultsby, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on January 8, 2010, after a short illness. She was born in Roanoke, Va. on July 3, 1922, to Adam Leslie Falconer and Alice Ault Falconer, both deceased. She graduated from Jefferson High School and worked in the General Offices of Norfolk and Western Railway for 45 years. She was a lifetime member of the Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church and sang in the Sanctuary Choir for many years. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 45 years, Andrew Jackson Maultsby. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Belle Buxton and brotherin-law, Vernon Buxton, of St. Paul, Minn.; and cousins, Alberta King and Ann Gunsalus, of East Orleans, Mass., and Patricia Mackey, of Bethesda, Md. Also surviving are special friends, the Robert F. Brown family. Services will be held at Fairview Cemetery on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at 2 p.m. with Dr. F. Tupper Garden officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a favorite charity or to the Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Mayweathers, Gerald D. (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Gerald D. MAYWEATHERS 4/21/1955 ~ 1/11/2009, There are no words that could ever express how much I love you and miss, Gerald. Your smile and laughter will live with me and in everyone's heart you touched., "Forever and Always", With Love,, Janet and Family, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

McClelland, Clara

will be Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. Donations may be made to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home is serving the family, 321-723-2345. www.brownlie, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Meredith, Donald Lynn

will then be held at Rader's Funeral Home 11 a.m. on Monday, January 11, 2010. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fincastle Rescue Squad or Eastern Appalachian Teen Challenge, P.O. Box 19385, Roanoke, Va. 24009. The family wishes to thank all in the community who supported Don through his illness. Rader Funeral Home of Daleville is handling the arrangements, 540-992-1212., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Meredith, Richard Wayne

time at Noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ministry Activity Center (MAC), Grandin Court Baptist Church, 2660 Brambleton Ave. Roanoke, Va. 24015. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 1-540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution


 


 


 


 

Moore, Dolly S.

Dolly S. Moore, 84, of Rocky Mount, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

NATALIE CONGDON

CONGDON, Natalie Neblett, died Wednesday, January 6, 2010, peacefully, with her family at her side. Natalie is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, John Rhodes Congdon Sr. She is also survived by a daughter, Susan Congdon Terry; two sons, John Rhodes Congdon Jr. and Jeffrey Whitefield Congdon Sr.; a sister, Linda Jo Smith and her husband, Earl; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, aunt, uncle and cousins. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Tuffi, the loving friends in her Bridge club, and many other devoted friends. Natalie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, where she was sponsor of the Cadet Corps and Queen of the Junior-Senior. She also attended Hollins College. Natalie was an active member of River Road Church, Baptist, the Tuckahoe Woman's Club, the River Road Garden Club, president of the Monacan Junior Woman's Club, Monacan Senior Woman's Club, and chairperson of the Collegiate Village Green Fair. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 10, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, 1771 N. Parham Rd. A celebration of Natalie's life will begin with a service at River Road Church, Baptist on Monday, January 11, at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VCU Massey Cancer Center, Development Office, P.O. Box 980214, Richmond, Va. 23298-0214.


 


 

Nancy Davis Henderson

HENDERSON, Nancy Davis, 67, passed away at her home on January 5, 2010. She is survived by her husband, William Henderson; five sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services later.


 


 

Nathaniel WASHINGTON

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Mr. Washington, of 618 Reeves Court, Charlotte, died Jan. 5, 2010, at his home., Born in New Jersey, he was a member of St. Mary's Missionary Baptist Church., Survivors include his sons and daughters, Shathaniel Washington, Nathaniel Washington Jr., and Lavern Mack; five grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Joan B. Hinnant (Clarence), Eloid (Mary), the Rev. Dr. Dorothy McIntosh (Willie), Cornelius (Pam), Bernard (Connie), Cherry W. Smallwood (Glenn), Carolyn Rodges, Jerome (Tilwanda), Octavia Gray (Rodney), and Judy White; and a number of nieces and nephews.


 


 

Nina R. Weddle 

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Norma LINK

LINK, Norma Jean (Bloemer), 80, of Richmond, died peacefully, Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at St. Francis Medical Center, Richmond, with her two eldest sons by her side. Jean was a native of Louisville, Ky. and retiree of Washington County Va. school district. She is predeceased by her spouse Leo A. Link; and sisters, Mary Carmel (Martin) Sellin, Carol Ann Butler; and brother, Frank (Bud) Bloemer. Jean was a current member of St. Paul's Catholic Church of Richmond, and former member of St. Edward the Confessor in Richmond, and Christ the King Catholic Church, Abingdon, Va. She was a resident of Imperial Plaza and a former volunteer at Chippenham Hospital. She enjoyed bowling, reading, traveling, concerts, plays, dining with friends, and playing Rummikub. She is survived by her four children, Michael Leo Link and wife, Beverly, Byron Ga., Stephen Joseph Link and wife, Paula, Huntsville Ala., Lawrence Edward Link, Tonkawa Okla., and Linda Link Shirley and husband, Ed, Apex, N.C. She was the proud grandmother to Chad and Tim Link, and Courtney and Meagan Shirley; and great- grandmother to LJ, Delila, and Katelynn Link. A Funeral Mass is scheduled for January 16, 10:30 a.m., St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, #2700 Dolfield Drive, Richmond, Va. Memorial service and burial is scheduled for March 6, 3 p.m. at Forest Hills Memory Garden, #19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity, St. Edwards Church, or Saint Joseph Catholic Orphan Society, Inc., 2823 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, Ky.


 


 

Pate, Kathleen Jackson

. Friends may call on Sunday afternoon, January 10, 2010, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolence may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Patricia Leighty Christensen

Pat Christensen, 80, died on Thursday, December 17, 2009, at The Laurels of Charlottesville, while recovering from a brief illness., She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, in May, 1929 to the late Whitney Gordon Leighty and Edna Coder Leighty. Her family moved to Dubuque, Iowa, where she was raised on the banks of the Mississippi River and started her lifetime love of the water., After she married, she moved to Skaneateles, New York, where she worked for the Skaneateles school system and was a charter member of the Skaneateles Ambulance Corp for 12 years. After her marriage ended, her beloved mother-in-law, Helen Christensen, offered help if Pat wanted to leave the snows of New York to move to Dallas, Texas, which she did in 1981., Years later, after the death of her mother-in-law and the failure of multiple savings and loan companies she worked for, she moved to Charlottesville, Virginia. She had fallen in love with Virginia when she visited from drab, winter ravished New York State at Easter and the gardens were in bloom and beautiful., Pat lived in Charlottesville since 1989, with both appearance and activity level defying her age. She spent hours at the Senior Center, MedFit, ACAC, and in local classes on an interesting variety of topics. Pat travelled at every opportunity, with trips ranging from international vacations to multiple visits to Williamsburg, Virginia, every year. Pat's true passion was being a volunteer at the University of Virginia Medical Center where she started in the Cancer Center in 1992, moved to the Hospice and Palliative Care Unit for nine years and then returned to her first love, the Cancer Center. She also served as an "actor" in the medical school's standardized patient program that helped train medical students., Pat is survived by her son, David Christensen and his wife, Barbara, of Pittsford, New York; a daughter, Linda Christensen of Arlington, Virginia; a sister, Jacqueline Feuerhelm and her husband, Duane, of Churchville, Virginia; niece and nephews, Jody L'Heureaux, Jeff Feuerhelm and Jon Feuerhelm and their families., Pat has been cremated and will be interred with her parents in Dubuque, Iowa., A memorial service will take place 2 p.m. Monday, January 18, 2010, at Teague Funeral Service, 2260 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, Virginia., Remembrances and condolences may be sent to PatChristensenRemembered@gmail.com., Memorial contributions may be made to the University of Virginia, Department of Volunteer Services, Box 80068, Charlottesville, VA 22908 to the attention of the Director or the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.


 


 

Peterson-Means, Violet

Violet Peterson-Means, 84, of Christiansburg, Va., passed Friday, January 8, 2010. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday, at Triumph Missionary Baptist Church, Detroit, Michigan. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Home and Crematory, Christiansburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Plunkett, Catherine T.

was held on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, in Philadelphia, Pa., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Quentin DAWSON

NEWPORT NEWS - Quentin Dawson, 86, went home to be with the Lord on Dec. 31, 2009, peacefully in his home. 


 


 

Ray T. ALLMOND

NEWPORT NEWS - Ray Thomas Allmond, longtime resident of the Peninsula, entered into eternal rest with his heavenly Father Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010., He is survived by his loving wife, Anna; his beloved children, Donald Allmond of Fairbanks, Alaska, Sharon Carl of Newport News, and Terry Allmond of Kingston, Tenn.; nine grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, who loved him dearly. Ray is also survived by his loving brother, William J. Allmond of Schenectady, N.Y., and his loving sister, Mary Lou Coder of Bedford, Pa., The family wishes to thank the staff of Warwick Gardens and Riverside Hospice for their love, support and care., The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, Va. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Stevens Memorial Baptist Church followed by burial in Peninsula Memorial Park.


 


 

Richard J. WALLACE

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Paul Wallace; and a sister, Helen Wallace., He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty J. Wallace; a son, David Wallace and his wife, Lisa of Yorktown; a daughter, Cindy Adcock and her husband, Elvis of Yorktown; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.


 


 

Robert L. MAYFIELD Sr.

Born in Floyd Knobs, Ind., May 13, 1945, to Grover Mayfield and Margaret Cooley, and he was a beloved family man. He was loved by many and cherished by all. Bob was employed with Ferrell Gas for more than 34 years, a member of the Warwick Moose Lodge 1711 and a lifetime member of Hobart Beach VFW Post 1693 in Indiana., Bob is survived by his daughter, Shelly, of Hampton; his son and wife, Bobby and Kristy; his grandchildren, Brittany and Robbie, of Newport News. He is also survived by his sisters, Bertha Atkins, Betty Foreman, Linda Schickel, Mary Cundiff and their families, all of Indiana., A Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at Weymouth Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VFW Post 1693, 1919 Grant Line Road , New Albany, IN 47150.


 


 

Robin L. Whitlow 

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Ron Everette Johnson (In Memoriam)

JOHNSON - Ron Everette Happy 39th Birthday R.J. We love & miss you. Love always, Mom, Brother & Family 


 


 

Ronald Earl Stockton

Ronald Earl "Ron" Stockton, 70, of Gordonsville, died Friday, January 8, 2009, at his residence., He was born October 31, 1939, in Washington, D.C., a son of the late Cecil Delaney Stockton and Dorothy Pearl Mcfatridge Stockton. Ron was the local barber in Gordonsville and will be missed by all that knew him., Mr. Stockton is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Doris Woollard Stockton of Gordonsville; one daughter, Heidi Elizabeth Stockton of Richmond; three sons, William Todd Stockton and his wife, Melissa, of Louisa, Kevin Patrick Stockton and his wife, Sherry, of Savannah, Georgia, and Bradley James Stockton of Louisa; two brothers, Chuck Stockton of Newport News and Bobby Stockton of Springfield; two sisters, Hester Stockton of Tennessee and Joyce Debolt of Warrenton; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild., A visitation for Mr. Stockton will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Gordonsville. Interment will be private., Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911.


 


 

Ronald Mark Sr.

MARK, Ronald T. Sr., 73, of Topping, Va. and Lake Placid, Fla., passed away Sunday night, January 3, 2010 at the Florida Hospital Lake Placid. He was born on June 5, 1936 in McMillan, Mich. to parents Russell and Pearl (Destraze) Mark. He served his country for five years in the U.S. Army during Korea and was honorably discharged at the rank of Master Sgt., and was a member of the American Legion Post 244 in Glen Allen, Va. A retired long-distance truck driver with Conoco, a division of Dupont, he moved to Lake Placid as a winter resident in 2000. He was of the Christian Faith, and was a member of the Glen Allen Baptist Church. Ron's passions were his faith, his family and taking care of other people's needs. He loved fishing and his life on the Rappahannock River. Ron will be dearly missed by his family and many friends. Ron was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Patricia Borowski and Yvonne Weston. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Juanita "Nita"; sons, Tommy (Sharon), Paul, Allen (Laura), Chris, Stuart and Craig; and six grandchildren, Ashlee, Austin, Adam, Shanon, Kevin and Kelli; sisters, Nancy Kline (Paul) and Deloris Kirby (Bunk); brother, Russell Mark (Pat); and brother-in-law, Don Weston. Funeral services will be held at a later date in Topping, Va. Family suggests donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. Arrangements entrusted to the Scott Funeral Home, Lake Placid, Fla., (863)465-4134.


 


 

Ronald T. DAVIS Sr.

NEWPORT NEWS - Ronald T. Davis Sr., 63, died on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at Judah Tabernacle, 5501 Huntington Ave, Newport News. Public viewing will only be held one hour prior to the service at the church.


 


 

Roosevelt Smith

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Rosa JONES "Tots" (In Memoriam)

JONES- Rosa "Tots" In remembrance of your birthday. We miss you always and love you forever. Your Family 


 


 

Rosalena A. DERY

Rosalena was the born on Nantucket Island, Mass., on Jan. 2, 1928, and was proud to have been the first born on the island for that year. She grew up on Nantucket Island and New Bedford, Mass., and in 1945 married the love of her life, Ralph Derr Denton Jr. (Ducky) and they moved to Virginia. She married Raymond A. Dery in 1984., Rosalena was predeceased by her parents, Isabelle and Joseph Andrade; her brothers, Joseph and Alfred Andrade; sister, Isabelle Lawrence; her husbands, Ralph Derr Denton Jr. and Raymond A. Dery., Rosalena attended parochial schools on Nantucket and in New Bedford and Rappahannock Community College. She worked at Langley Field during and after WWII, Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg. She belonged to and volunteered at Abingdon Jr. Women's Club, The Sebena Club, The Theresians, York River Yacht Club, The Coast Guard Auxiliary, The Peninsula Fine Arts Center and Guild, The Mariner's Museum and the Watermen's Museum., She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who leaves behind many wonderful memories of her gentle guidance and spunky humor. A very spiritual and devout person, she attended St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Yorktown, Va., and St Therese Catholic Church, Gloucester, Va., Rosalena is survived by her children, Ralph Derr Denton III and wife, Kathleen of Virginia Beach, Va., Tina D. McManus of Bena, Va., James D. Denton and wife, Pamela of Newport News, Va., and Margaret D. Cramer and husband, Brian of Indian Trail, N.C.; grandchildren, Ralph D. Denton IV, David J. Denton, Katie M. Denton, Philip J. (Jay) McManus III, Scott R. McManus, Keith A. McManus, Christopher A. Denton, Nicholas A. Cramer and Joseph A. Cramer; great-grandchildren, Taylor Denton, Joshua Williams, Larkin Denton, Aiden McManus, Adrianne McManus, and Ian Yarkey. Her companions, Skipper and Tigeer and many, many friends., A Funeral Mass officiated by the Rev. Michael Joly will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point.


 


 

Rose S. LEE

NEWPORT NEWS - Rose S. Lee, 75, passed away Jan. 7, 2010, in Newport News, Va., She was born in New York City, Aug. 19, 1934, and was the eldest daughter of the late Annie Shelton Parker of East Elmhurst, N.Y., A lifelong educator, Rose retired from the New York City Department of Education as the Principal of the Walter Bishop Elementary School in Jamaica, N.Y., after 36 years of service. Rose and her husband David Marshall Lee have resided in Newport News for the last 15 years. She attended Hampton University in Hampton, Va., American University in Washington, D.C., and completed her graduate studies at Columbia University in New York City. Rose was a member of the Queens Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Rose is survived by her loving husband, David Marshall Lee; son, Michael David Lee of Atlanta, Ga.; sister, Willa A. Parker of East Elmhurst, N.Y.; nephews, Ross Parker of East Elmhurst, N.Y., and Rayford (Dionne) Davis of Washington, D.C.; niece, Joyce Davis of Atlanta, Ga.; a dedicated friend, Clarita (Millard) Gay of Newport News, Va.; and a host of loving family and friends. Rose was deeply loved and her kind, generous spirit will be held in sweet remembrance., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in the name of Rose S. Lee to the Autism Society of America, 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300, Bethesda, MD 20814. Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Ross, John Dove

1 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at Sycamore Baptist Church Cemetery, Stuart, Va., Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Roy Childress

CHILDRESS, Roy L., 85, of Lanexa, passed away Friday, January 8, 2010. Mr. Childress served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was past president of Richmond Homing Pigeon Club. A native of Lynchburg, he was the son of the late Roy L. and Goldie D. Childress. He is survived by his loving and devoted sister, Dorothy Mae Childress. The family will receive friends on Monday from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A graveside service will follow at 3 p.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery, Lynchburg, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Kent Humane Society, P.O. Box 104, Providence Forge, Va. 23140.


 


 

Russell KELLAM Jr.

A resident of Yorktown, he was a native of Franktown, Va., and graduated Randolph Macon College June 1, 1953, where he was an active member of the Randolph Macon Rifle Team., In December 1985, he retired as a Chief Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force. During his military career he was awarded numerous citations and served in the Vietnam war. During his second career he graduated from St. Leo College with a degree in Human Resource Management where he achieved a position in banking. He obtained the title of Executive Loan Officer with Langley Federal Credit Union with 12 years of service. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge # 303, AF & AM and the Scottish Rite Temple. He was also a member of the Amateur Ham Radio Operators Club., Russ was a devout Notre Dame fan 'GO IRISH'! He continued to enjoy his skills in marksmanship. He loved to communicate with other Ham radio operators all over the world. He loved working in the yard and his garden, but more than anything he loved his family. Russ was a wonderful, caring, thoughtful, and devoted husband. He never missed an opportunity to show his love to his wife, Inae. He always took pride in his children and their accomplishments and became a proud and supportive grandfather. Russ showed his love in his own special way. A way that we, his family, will always hold dear to our hearts., Preceding him in rest are his parents, Russell and Louise Kellam; and brother, Bennett Kellam., Surviving members of his family include his wife of 29 years, Inae Kellam; brother, Belford Kellam of Eastville, Va.; sons, Russell Kellam III and wife, Sherrill Ann of Hampton, George Kendall Kellam and wife, Anne Sophie of Paris, France; daughter, Karen Miles Kellam Pobiak and husband, Gregory of Richmond; grandchildren, Kelsey and Alisha Kellam, Olivia, Thibaut and Axle Kellam, Aaron and Collin Pobiak. Russell also has a very special extended Korean family that loved him dearly, and will miss him very much., The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, Jan. 12, 2010, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A service, celebrating Russell's life, will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, at the funeral home. Interment, with military and Masonic honors, will be in Parklawn Memorial Park., Memorial contributions can be made to your local Foodbank in Russell Kellam Jr.'s name., to share memories and words of condolence with the family.


 


 

Ruthe LUCKEY

HAMPTON - Ruthe Luckey, 84, passed away at home on Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, after a long illness., Born in Knoxville, Tenn., in 1925, Ruthe was the daughter of Frank Bolt and Daisy Richardson. After graduating from high school, she moved to Hampton where she lived and worked for more than 60 years as a self-employed bookkeeper and small business owner and most importantly, as a devoted mother. She retired in 2003 and moved to Colonial Heights to live with her daughter., Ruthe was named ABWA's Woman of the year in 1973 and was listed in the Blue Book of Tidewater in 1981., She was preceded in death by her husbands, Rufus Cobb and Billy Luckey; brother, Frank Bolt Jr.; sister, Mildred Askew; nephew, Timothy Askew; and niece, Teresa Boggs., Ruthe was the beloved mother of Tina Luckey and Michael Luckey. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law, Denice Luckey; nieces, Debra Martin and Katherine Yocum; and nephews, Edward Askew, Jack Askew, Martin Askew and Jerry Askew Sr., A memorial service will be held for family and friends at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton.


 


 

Rutherford, John Preston

John Preston (J.P.) Rutherford, 62, of Fries, Va., passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2010. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, Blood Bought Baptist Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Sandy, William Gresham

s will be held at noon on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at Second Presbyterian Church, 214 Mountain Avenue, SW. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to The Lymphoma Research Program at the University of Virginia Cancer Center, P.O. Box 800773, Charlottesville, Va. 22908. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Sarah Elizabeth Young Beck

Sarah Elizabeth Young Beck BRISTOL, Tenn. Sarah Elizabeth Young Beck, 71, passed away on Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center She was born Sept. 23, 1938, in Washington County, Va., to the late Fred Edward and Sarah Elizabeth "Bess" Myers Young; and the widow of, Jack Raymond Beck. She was a graduate of Tennessee High School, retired from Bristol Builders-Hassinger Corporation, a dedicated long-term member and organist of Anderson Street United Methodist Church and was active in the United Methodist Women and Meals on Wheels program. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth "Betsy" Beck Mallin; son, Gary Steven Beck and wife Susan Long Beck; sister, Myra Anne Kistner and her husband Douglas; grandchildren, Steven B. Beck, Elizabeth "Nicole" Roark, and Christopher "CJ" Mallin; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Frank and Cathy Mitchell, Melda Headrick, Jo Ann Hall, and Betty Jo Spraker. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 o'clock Sunday evening, Jan. 10, 2010, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon, Jan. 11, 2010, at Anderson Street United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jerry Fleenor officiating. The committal service and interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting


 


 

Scout E. SHEKITKA

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Shirley H. FRENCH

MATHEWS - Shirley H. French, 99, of Onemo, passed away early Saturday morning, Jan. 9, 2010., She was the oldest member of Bethel United Methodist Church, of which she was a lifelong member., Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Lindley W. French., She is survived by her daughter, Joan F. Williams of Mathews; granddaughter, Lynn W. and husband, Bobby Mueller of Mechanicsville; grandson, John T. and wife, Cathy Miller Williams of Mathews; great-grandchildren, Robert and Matthew Mueller, Taylor and Brandon Williams., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, in the Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home, Mathews. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in the Pear Tree Cemetery, Onemo.


 


 

Shupe, Cecil T.

2 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Smith, Wednell Allen

was held on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home, 703-425-9702., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

St. Clair, Glennie R.

s will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Rainbow Forest Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Grooms and Pastor Rick Via officiating. Interment will follow in St.Clair Family Cemetery in Troutville. The family will receive friends on Monday, January 11, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Rader Funeral Home in Daleville, 540-992-1212., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Stevens Jr., Richard Jay

Richard Jay Stevens, Jr., 60, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2010. Rick had lived in Roanoke since 2003 and had been doing enamel paintings professionally since 1970. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Jay Stevens, Sr. Rick is survived by his mother, Sally Stevens; sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Richard Wilson; nephew, Daniel Wilson; and niece, Sarah Priebe. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend and will be greatly missed. Rick will be cremated. His cremains will be interred in Afton, N.Y. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel & Crematory, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Sue SPENCER

She was preceded in death by her husband, "Tracy" Wallace H. Spencer Jr.; parents, Burl and Gertie Michaels; and daughter-in-law, Cynthia Spencer., Left to cherish her memory are her children, Tracy L. Spencer of Hayes, Terri Henderson and her husband, Steven of Kilmarnock, Timmy Spencer and his wife, Gail of Saluda; and her great companion and guide dog, General Sherman. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Donald W. Knerr and his wife, Madeline of Spotsylvania, Amber Knerr and her companion, Tiffany Galanos of Hayes, and Lindsay Spencer of Gautier, Miss. She will also be missed by her great-grandchildren, Thomas Blaike Murphy and Tyler Jacob Knerr of Spotsylvania; and sisters Laura, Marian and Pam., Memorial services officiated by the Rev. Daniel O. Worthington will be held 3 p.m. Monday at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2 to 3 p.m. at the funeral home.


 


 

Tau Advani

ADVANI, Tau H., of Richmond, died January 9, 2010. He was an auditor for the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Corrections. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later.


 


 

Taylor R. Copping Sr.

COPPING, Taylor R. Sr., passed away peacefully on December 12, 2009 amidst the loving care of family and hospice support members at Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital. Taylor proudly served in the Army Air Corps, received his Master of Science at the University of Richmond, and later served as Executive Director of the American Lung Association in New Mexico and in Virginia. He was an avid golfer and an accomplished guitarist. Taylor is survived by his devoted wife, three children, three grandchildren, and two sons-in-law. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to: Bon Secours Hospice, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226, Tuckahoe Rescue Squad, 1101 Horsepen Rd., Richmond, Va. 23286. Our heartfelt thanks go to all for their services including Henrico County Fire and Rescue.


 


 

Taylor, Shawn

s will be Wednesday, December 13, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Spirit of Life Church, Pulaski, Va. Arrangements by Penn's Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

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Lena Sculthorpe Wilkes Lena Sculthorpe Wilkes, 87, of Bedford, died Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at her residence. She was born in Brunswick County Nov. 17, 1922, a daughter of the late Edwin Samuel Sculthorpe and Annie Lee Bowers Sculthorpe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Ray Wilkes. They were owners and operators of Wilkes Store. She is survived by her four sons, Ralph and Judy Wilkes, Ray Wilkes, Vincent Wilkes, Emory and Robin Wilkes; seven grandchildren, Suzanne and Mike Stallings, Karen and Mike Altizer, Jarrett Wilkes, Megan Wilkes, Grayson Wilkes, Cabell Wilkes and LeeAnder Wilkes; three great-grandchildren, Corbin Stallings, Steven Stallings and Paige Altizer. Memorials may be made to the Bedford Humane Society or the Order of the Eastern Star. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at Oakwood Cemetery Columbarium, off of Park St., Bedford, with the Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, (540) 586-7360.


 


 

WALT CUMMINGS (In Memoriam)

CUMMINGS - Walt 04/05/53 - 01/08/09 We hope you are resting in peace - we still miss you. 


 


 

Walter Gilbert 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Walter James Gilbert Jr., 60, of Martinsville, who died Jan. 3, 2010, was held Friday at Hairston Funeral Home with Bishop Earley Dillard officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Earl Dodson, Darious Sims, Kerry Smith, William H. Hairston, Joe Louis Hairston and Lewis Martin.


 


 

Wanda L. Linn 

Jan 10, 2010 The funeral for Wanda L. Linn, 58, of Collinsville, who died Jan. 6, 2010, was held Saturday at Bassett Funeral Service with the Rev. Dale Wilson officiating. Burial was in Henry Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Steve Kitchen, Bill Chapman, Michael Chapman, Delin Kirks, Jason Ingram and Robbie Whorley.


 


 

Weddle, Nina Ressie

at the church. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Va. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to : Hillcrest Baptist Church building fund, 18075 A.L. Philpott Drive, Ridgeway, Va., 24148; The Martinsville and Henry County SPCA, 132 Joseph Martin Highway, Martinsville, Va., 24112 or to Gideon's International Bible Society, Post office Box 140800, Nashville, Tenn., 37214-0800. Arrangements are by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. Online condolences may be made by going to www.collinsmckee, Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Welborn Griffin Dolvin "Wes" Jr.

DOLVIN, Welborn Griffin Jr., 57, known as Wes, died of brain cancer on December 30, 2009 at his home in Caroline County. Wes devoted himself to counseling and treating substance abuse and addiction. He actively participated in Alcoholics Anonymous for the past 25 years, organized and served as first president of SAARA (Substance Abuse Addiction and Recovery Alliance) of the Bay counties, and later served as president of SAARA of Virginia. Wes was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) who worked as a therapist with the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board. He attended Virginia Commonwealth University, receiving his BSW, Magna Cum Laude, in 1997 and his MSW in 2004, and subsequently became certified as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker while working at the Family Counseling Center for Recovery in Richmond. Much of his career focused on substance abuse treatment, and while working with a jail-based therapeutic community, he became an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist. Prior to becoming a therapist, Wes received an associate's degree in Forestry from Dabney Lancaster Community College and worked for the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, beginning as a laborer and moving into management. He grew up in an Army family who traveled throughout the world while considering Northern Virginia home. Wes attended St. Stephen's School and Episcopal High School in Alexandria before graduating from Heidelberg American High School in Germany in 1970. An enthusiastic outdoorsman, golfer, tree farmer, hunter and fisherman, Wes was a long-standing member of the King and Queen Rod & Gun Club in Stevensville, Va. A devoted father, Wes enjoyed fishing with his son, Daniel, and participating in community theater productions with his daughter, Lydia. Wes faced multiple health challenges, including successful battles against Hepatitis C and liver cancer, and received a liver transplant in 2007. In spite of these health obstacles, he continued to work, advancing his career in mental health and substance abuse counseling, and actively pursued his passion for the outdoors. Wes' blog, Rancho Dolvin, created to connect his family and friends around the world, caught the imagination of everyone who read it because of its whimsical nature and creative content. Wes was preceded in death by his father, LTG Welborn "Tom" Griffin Dolvin Sr., U.S. Army, ret. He is survived by his wife, Karen Tompkins Dolvin; and two children, Lydia and Daniel of Caroline County, Va.; his mother, Cynthia Burress Dolvin of Arlington, Va.; his brother, Charlie Dolvin (Sue) of Oakton, Va.; his sister, Ginger Dolvin Peabody (David) of Alexandria, Va.; and five nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Wrights Chapel United Methodist Church, 8063 Ladysmith Rd., Ruther Glen, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to SAARA of Virginia, 306 Turner Road, Suite P, Richmond, Va. 23225, www.saara.org, or the Cullather Brain Tumor Quality of Life Center, 5875 Bremo Road, St. Mary's Hospital, Medical Office Building South, Suite 108, Richmond, Va. 23226, www.braintumorqol.org. Sign register book online at www.storkefuneralhome.com


 


 

Wilkes, Lena Sculthorpe

will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 16, 2010 at Oakwood Cemetery Columbarium, (off of Park Street) in Bedford with the Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, 540-586-7360., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

William Ashworth "Bill" Jr.

William "Bill" Ashworth Jr. passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2009. He was 82 years young. This kind, generous, joyful, wise and wonderful man will be missed: he had a smile that lit up his face and had an amazing sense of humor. He grew up in Methuen, Massachusetts, caring for and loving both domestic and wild animals. Bill lied about his age so he could proudly serve in the United States Army and served at the end of World War II in the Pacific arena. Upon returning home he married the love of his life Rita and worked in the Boston Naval Shipyard while helping raise their three sons., They moved to Florida after an early retirement to open their own very successful construction business. After another early retirement they spent their last years together traveling the country. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William and Bertha Ashworth; his beloved Rita; and his siblings, Bernice, Frank and Everett., He is survived by his children, David and Jayne, Bill and Pauline, and Gary; grandchildren, Kevin, Jennifer, Kristen, Laura, Jacob and Gary; great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews., Bill loved people and animals and it was strongly reciprocated. He worked for Habitat for Humanity builds in Florida. After moving to Charlottesville and experiencing health issues, he continued to support Habitat by working in the Habitat Store. His involvement included American Legion; VFW; the Senior Center, member/ faithful participant and Trustee of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, PACEM homeless ministry and fixing nearly anything, which he did at his church, its parsonage, the Wesley Community Child Care Center, and the list goes on. Bill was buried at the Florida National Cemetery., A celebration of Bill's life will be held at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 1901 Thomson Road, Charlottesville, 1 p.m. Saturday, January 16, 2010., The family requests that memorials be made to Habitat for Humanity.


 


 

William Dixon Sr.

DIXON, William W. "Bill" Sr., 68, of Richmond, passed away January 7, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen V. Dixon. He is survived by his son, William Dixon Jr.; grandson, William Dixon III; and other family. A graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park on Monday, January 11, 2010 at 1 p.m.


 


 

William Harry Pensyl

William Harry Pensyl, known as "Bill," 52, died suddenly on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, at his work, Charlottesville's Flower Man, designing holiday arrangements., Memorial services will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Church of Christ, 1525 Rugby Avenue, Charlottesville.


 


 

William L. Rodman

William L. Rodman, 91, of Charlottesville, Virginia, died on Thursday, January 7, 2010., He was born on May 13, 1918, the son of the late Doctor and Mrs. John Stewart Rodman of Philadelphia., He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen Daniel Rodman; a son, William Louis Rodman Jr.; a daughter, Channing Penna; four grandchildren, Sean Stewart Rodman, Trevor Thieme, Brandon Thieme, Channing Spring Rodman; and two great- grandchildren, Jasmine Fulton Rodman and Isaac Hugh Rodman., A second daughter, Joan Stewart Rodman, predeceased him in 1973., In 1940, after attending Phillips Exeter Academy and the University of Pennsylvania, Mr. Rodman enlisted in the First City Troop, Philadelphia Cavalry. Subsequently the horse cavalry was mechanized. As a company commander in the Third Armored Division he saw action in Normandy, France, Belgium, and Germany. He was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star with oak leaf cluster, and two Presidential Unit Citations. Mr. Rodman was honorably discharged from the army on Christmas day, 1945., Following the war, Mr. Rodman received a B.S. degree in Agricultural Science from Virginia Tech, and was elected into the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi. After graduation, he managed Brandy Rock Farm in Brandy, Virginia, for three years. In 1951, he joined the United States Foreign Agricultural Service which he served for 30 years with postings in Canada, Argentina, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Australia, Mexico and England. He was a graduate of the Department of State's Senior Seminar in Foreign Policy, an executive program attended by high level career government officials. Mr. Rodman was presented with the USDA Superior Service Award in 1962, and retired from the Foreign Service with the rank of Counselor of Embassy in 1980., Following retirement to Charlottesville, Mr. Rodman became active in community affairs. He joined with his wife in founding the Piedmont Chapter of the Compassionate Friends, a support group for bereaved parents. He chaired the founding committee of the Ministry with the Aging sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia, and served as Senior Warden at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Greenwood, Virginia, where he was one of the original organizers of bi-monthly entertainment at the Mountainside Retirement Home in Crozet, formerly Wyndham. Mr. Rodman co-founded the Charlottesville Region Ten committee of the M.O. Mohr Center for the Homeless, and was vice-chair of the first Children's Medical Center Committee at the University of Virginia, formed in 1983. The following year, he helped organize the first telethon in conjunction with the national Children's Miracle Network. He was active in the Lewis Mountain Neighborhood Association, serving twice as president. He loved gardening and had a kind word and smile for all people., The immediate family will hold a private interment this week at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Greenwood, where a memorial service will follow in the spring, the time to be announced., The family wishes to thank the nursing staff at Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge, who cared so lovingly for Bill during his long illness., Contributions will be gratefully accepted by the Joan Stewart Rodman Memorial Fund, St. Catherine's School, 6001 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA 23226.


 


 

William W. HUNTER III

Win was born Feb. 13, 1954, in Portsmouth, to William W. Hunter Jr. and the late Jessie Lee Hunter., Win's true joy came when he joined Aviation Officer Candidate School in May 1976. He was commissioned 17 Sept. 1976 in Pensacola, Fla., as Ensign. He flew the T-28 in Primary Flight School and later the T-2C and TA-4J before being awarded his Wings in Dec. 1977 in Meridian, Miss. He was deployed on the Eisenhower's first work-ups and cruise to the Mediterranean flying the A-7 with his VA-12 Squadron buddies. Win worked in the Automobile Business for the last 26 years holding positions from Sales to General Manager. The past 10 years were spent with several Checkered Flag dealerships., He is survived by his wife, Linda and their "boys" Louis and Pierre; daughter, Erin Bailey and her children, Alexa, Alana, and Aidan; sons, Corey Hunter and his wife, Kim and their son, Jayden, and Ian Hunter and his fiancEe, Melinda Kimbrell; two sisters, Lynn Askew and husband, George, Leigh Garrett and husband, Mark., The family would like to thank Medi Home Health and Hospice for their loving care, especially Holly., The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, Tuesday, Jan. 12, from 7 to 9 p.m. and a memorial service with military honors will be held in the funeral home chapel Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 1 p.m., Memorial donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans. Condolences may be offered to the family at


 


 

Williams, Gerald B.

Gerald B. (Jerry) Williams, 70, of Penhook, Va., died Thursday, January 7, 2010. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday from Boones Chapel Church of the Brethren. Arrangements by Flora Funeral and Cremation Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Yuille, William Everett

William Everett Yuille, 100, of Altavista, Va., passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010. Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service, Lynchburg, Va., 434 846-9011., Make a memorial contribution


 


 

Zorn, Hazel F.

will be held Sunday January 10, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Brandon Oaks retirement center, 3804 Brandon Avenue in Roanoke, and at a future date in Indianapolis, where she will be buried with her husband. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any remembrance be made in the form of a donation to Lutheran World Relief or to UNICEF.", Make a memorial contribution

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