Saturday, August 7, 2010

Virginia Obituaries 08/07/2010


 

Allen, Allan

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Allan R. Allen VIRGINIA BEACH - Allan Ray Allen, 63, passed away Aug. 3, 2010. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. .....


 


 

Amanda L. Biggs 

Aug 6, 2010 Amanda Dawn Lawson Biggs, 40, of 2220 Irisburg Road, Axton, died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at her home after a long battle with brain cancer. She was born Oct. 8, 1969, in Stuart to Trudy Lawson Osborne of Stoneville, N.C., and Michael David Saunders of Gloucester. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Peggy L. Williams. She had been a flight attendant and was a member of Rich Acres Christian Church. Surviving, in addition to her parents, are her husband, Larry S. Biggs, two sisters, Tammy Lynn Saunders of Stoneville and April Michelle Aaron of Danville; her paternal grandmother and stepgrandfather, Helen and Ross Sanderlin of Gloucester; her stepgrandmother, Nancy Osborne of Martinsville; her stepfather, Michael Osborne of Martinsville; and a number of nieces, nephews and other family members. Her body was donated to Duke University Medical Center for research study. A service will be at 7 p.m. Saturday at Rich Acres Christian Church with Minister Tim Hunt officiating. The family will receive friends for an hour before the service at the church Saturday and at other times at the home. A reception will be at the church after the service Saturday. Memorials may be made to: Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, Duke University Medical Center, 047 Baker House, Trent Drive, Durham, N.C. 27710. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Angela D. MOCK

Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby and Valanti R. Lambert, Directors, 757-357-4742. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Annie WOOD

After retirement she and Hugh traveled extensively, never meeting a stranger. She competed in the Senior Olympics (famously placing first in the 100-yard dash at 68 years old) and played tennis until she was 79. She was very active in the Extension Homemakers clubs, in particular the Dare-Crossroads Club, where she made lifelong friends and held most of the elected positions.


 


 

Arthur D. BATTEN

an MBA from Golden Gate Univ., Calif. He was an Electronic Warfare Officer for the U.S. Air Force, flying 100 combat missions in Vietnam. He retired with the rank of Major in 1987. Since 1993, he has worked for the


 


 

Barbara Gail Lee

Barbara Gail Lee, 59, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2010. Barbara was employed by Salem Framing and lived her life for the love of her family and friends. Surviving are two sons, Todd Lee and Marlan Lee; two daughters, Barbie Lee and Lora Allder; a sister, Mary Cunningham; and a good friend, Margaret McClaughlin. Arrangements are being handled by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel & Crematory, 540-982-2100.


 


 

Barnes, Nancy

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM

Nancy L. Barnes VIRGINIA BEACH - Nancy L. Barnes, 70, went to be with the Lord July 31, 2010 at Sentara Leigh Hospital in ..... 


 


 

Bell, Melvin

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Happy 10th Birthday to My Beloved SonLil Melvin Bell IIAug. 7, 2000 - Feb. 26, 2005 Mommy misses you so much! My life was ..... 


 


 

Bessie Brewster

Bessie C. Brewster Bessie Kathelene "Dot" Cline Brewster, 73, of Wytheville died Monday, Aug. 2, 2010. Funeral service was held Friday, Aug. 6, at 2 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Tommy Addison officiating. Interment was in Rosewood Memorial Gardens. She was born March 15, 1937, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Marlin Eli and Myrtle Elizabeth Kitts Cline. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Eugene "Bobby" Brewster; three sisters, Ruth Cline, Della Mae Jenkins and Ruby Grey; and three brothers, Clifton Cline, Ernest "Deadeye" Cline and Arthur Cline. Survivors include her husband, George Robert Brewster Jr. of the home; two daughters and a son-in-law, Debbie B. Umberger of the Hogback community of Wythe County, Kathy B. Melton and Jerry W. Jr. of Crockett; a son, John Wayne Brewster Sr. of Rural Retreat; a sister and brother-in-law, Ann Orr and Dave of the Hogback community of Wythe County; four grandchildren, April Mulgrew of the Hogback community of Wythe County, John Brewster Jr. of Rural Retreat, Mark Umberger and Casey Umberger, both of the Hogback community of Wythe County; and five great-grandchildren, Christopher Mulgrew and Mason Mulgrew, both of the Hogback community of Wythe County, Summer Brewster and Sidney Brewster, both of Rural Retreat, and Slayde Boyd of the Hogback community of Wythe County. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Betty Ann Hickenbotham (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Betty Ann Welch HICKENBOTHAM 8/7/1943 10/15/2007, Happy Birthday on your second year in Heaven, We love and miss you, We will always love you,, Forever in our hearts, Love, James (Ed), April,, Averie & Family 


 


 

Betty Ashford

Betty W. Ashford Betty "Ma Betty" Wright Ashford, 81, of Wytheville, the Piney community, died Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010. Funeral service was held Friday, Aug. 6, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church with the Revs. Ted Anders and Norman Wilhoit officiating. Interment was in the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery. She was born July 30, 1929, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Clarence and Myrtle Spraker Wright. She was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Akers; and a son, Henry Akers. Survivors include her husband, Frank Ashford of the home; a son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Kaye Akers of Max Meadows; two daughters and a son-in-law, Mickey and Jeff Callahan of Galax, and Donna Akers of Wytheville; a daughter-in-law, Frankie Akers of Max Meadows; four grandchildren and spouses, Greg and Debbie Akers of Alabama, Audra and Clay Shekleton of Richmond, Jason and Samantha Akers of Wytheville, Sissy and Doug Tuck of Wytheville; two great-grandchildren, Madison Jean Shekleton and Taylor Cowan; four sisters and a brother-in-law, Josephine and Thomas Dalton of Wytheville, Kaythrine McRoberts of Max Meadows, Aggie Reynolds and Janice Horton, both of Wytheville; special friend, Mary Billings; one stepson; three stepdaughters; seven stepgradchildren; five stepgreat-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Betty M. D'ANDREA

FARNHAM - Mrs. Betty Moreland D'Andrea, 86, of Farnham Manor, formerly of Hampton, Va., passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010.


 


 

Bill Clinton Garner

Bill Clinton Garner, 84, of Roanoke, Va., left his worldly home for his heavenly home on Friday, August 6, 2010. He is preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Claudine Garner; daughter, Julie Mallett; mother-in-law, Becka; aunts-in-law, Gussie and Baby; and sister-in-law, Sara Lou. Bill was a very devoted husband and father and is survived by his wife, Barbara Knibb Garner, with whom he had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary; daughters, Becky Garner Watts (Blake), Cindi Garner, and Jennifer Wacenske (William); five grandchildren, Josh Mallett, Eric Wacenske (Dea), Emma, Colin, and Julia Watts; former son-in-law, Robert Mallet (Diane). He also leaves two sisters, Jackie Jones and Patricia Wilson. Bill served in the Navy CB's during, and helped build airstrips in the South Pacific so the newspaper headlines could read "the Marines have landed." He was an employee of the Norfolk-Southern Railroad and was recently awarded a diamond pin for 60 years of service in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Bill was a member of the Cave Spring Lions Club serving as president for the year 1995 to 1996. Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Donna Hopkins Britt of Calvary Baptist Church officiating, assisted by Dr. Marvin Barbre of Good Samaritan Hospice. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, August 8, 2010, at Oakey's South Chapel. The family would like to give special thanks to Roger King, of Home Instead Hospice, for his loving care and dedicated service to Bill during his months of illness. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.


 


 

Bonner, Michael

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Michael Bonner NORFOLK - Michael Bonner, 69, passed away Aug. 4, 2010. A viewing will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Monday in ..... 


 


 

CURT BLANKENSHIP

Curt Blankenship ROWE, Va. Funeral services for Curt Blankenship will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Fairley Spencer and the Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Mark Blankenship Jr., Dale Blankenship, Jeff Blankenship, Gary Hess, Greg Harris, and Michael Justice. Mr. Curt Blankenship, age 63, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, in an Abingdon, Va., hospital. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Cameron Ausmus

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Carlysle Phillips 

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Carvil, John

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

John J. Carvil III VIRGINIA BEACH - John Joseph Carvil III, 50, passed away Aug. 4, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. John was .....


 


 

Cathy Heath

HEATH, Cathy Hall, 56, of Mechanicsville, joined the angels on Thursday, August 5, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Giles Henry and Dorothy Jones Hall. She is survived by a devoted partner, Joe Gilbert; a daughter, Stephanie Lewter (Greg); grandchildren, Brittany and Kyle Lewter; sister, Pat Ring (Jim); niece, Tracy Berry (Alex); nephew, Giles Ring; and numerous devoted loved ones and friends. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 8, 2010 at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Signal Hill Memorial Park.


 


 

Chadwick, Thomas

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Thomas Chadwick Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomas F. Chadwick Jr., 57, of the 700 block of Lamplight Lane, went to be with the Lord ..... 


 


 

Charles Logan "Chuck" McCoull IV

McCOULL, Charles Logan "Chuck" IV, 88, of Colonial Heights, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles L. McCoull III and Carolyn Coates McCoull; wife, Jacquelynne C. McCoull; and brother, Gibson Coates McCoull. He is survived by his children, Renee McCoull, Charles L. "Chip" McCoull V and wife, Janice, and Joseph Thomas Mentzer Jr.; grandchildren, Chad McCoull, Ryan McCoull, T. Channing Mentzer and Christopher S. Mentzer; and a sister-in-law, Elizabeth H. Callahan. Following his graduation from Granby High School, Mr. McCoull served in World War II with fighter squadron VMTB-134 of the United States Marine Corps. After the war he followed his love of theatre and appeared in numerous productions, including many at Swift Creek Mill Playhouse where he worked for over 30 years. Mr. McCoull was a proud member of the Screen Actors Guild as well. He was a retired teacher with Dinwiddie County Schools and a member of St. Michael's Episcopal Church, where he loved singing in the church choir. The family will receive friends Sunday, August 8, 2010, from 4 to 6 p.m, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, August 9, 2010, at 1 p.m. Interment will be in Blandford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA of Petersburg & Colonial Heights, 201 Temple Avenue, Suite E., Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, or the USO. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.


 


 

Clarence M. Weakley

Clarence M. Weakley, of Madison, passed away peacefully at Mountain View Nursing Home on Wednesday, August 4, 2010., He was born on November 27, 1910, in Madison County, at Old Rag Mountain to the late Arthur and Leil Mildred Smith Weakley. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Bertha Anna Seal Weakley; one daughter, Rebecca "Kathleen" Catherine Rose; a special great-granddaughter, Stephanie Kidd; four brothers, Epp, Aubrey, Robert, Roy; and three sisters, Elsie Dodson, Helen Dyer and Elvie Nicholson. He was the oldest of nine and the last one in his family., Before retiring, Mr. Weakley worked at Graves Brothers Farm and Madison Flooring. He enjoyed gardening and sharing his time with family and friends. He was a lifelong and faithful member of the Middle River Pentecostal Church of Stanardsville., He is survived by his son, Harold Weakley and his wife, Bobbie, of Crozet; a special granddaughter, he raised as his own, Donna Clark and her husband, Dedrick, of North Carolina; six grandchildren and numerous great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews., His family would like to thank Mountain View Nursing Home in Aroda for the excellent care and the love and compassion shown to their Father., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. at the Middle River Pentecostal Church on Saturday, August 7, 2010, with pastors Steve Shifflett and Frank Chapman officiating, Interment will follow at the church cemetery., The family will receive family and friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, August 6, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home in Ruckersville, Virginia., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Clarence Schuylar "Mac" McClure Sr.

Clarence Schuylar McClure Sr. "Mac" Clarence Schuylar McClure Sr. "Mac", 76 of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, in Roanoke, Virginia, after a long illness., He was born on April 16, 1934, in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was a beloved father, grandfather, husband, brother and son of James and Josephine Mawyer McClure., Dr. McClure served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany where he met and married the love of his life, Traute H. Goettfert., He attended Bluefield College and transferred to the University of Virginia where he became the first person in his family to graduate from college. He went on to obtain a Master's Degree from University of Virginia and an Ed.D from Nova University. He was a member of the Roanoke Seventh Day Adventist Church. He dedicated his life to the education of children. He worked for over 30 years as a public educator, 27 of those as superintendent of schools in Albemarle and Botetourt Counties. In addition to his commitment to education, he loved children and the promise they hold for our future. He was an educator, lover of music and always willing to help his fellow man., He was preceded in death by his wife, Traute H. McClure; mother, Josephine Mawyer McClure and his father, James McClure., He is survived by his son, Clarence McClure Jr. and his wife, Linda; a daughter, Karen Crush; a son, Steve McClure and his wife, Sarah; grandsons, Matthew Crush, Skylar McClure, Slade McClure; a brother, M. Clifton McClure and his wife, Betty; and a special niece, Erika Ratcliffe., The McClure family would like to thank all who assisted in his care over the years of his illness. They also request donations to Botetourt County Education Foundation., Friends in the Roanoke area may visit with the family from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, August 6, 2010, at the Rader Funeral Home., Funeral services will be held 9 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 2010, at the Rader Funeral Home with the Reverend Dave J. Rochford III officiating., Friends in the Charlottesville area may visit with the family from 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 7, 2010, at the Teague Funeral Home in Charlottesville., The graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, August 7, 2010, at Monticello Memory Gardens in Charlottesville, Virginia., Arrangements are by Rader Funeral Home in Daleville, Virginia, and Teague Funeral Home in Charlottesville, Virginia.


 


 

Claudine Riley (Dean) Ferrell

Claudine Riley (Dean) Ferrell, 73, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.


 


 

Clelia "Polly" Brittle

BRITTLE, Clelia "Polly," was reunited with her husband, Waverly, on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Frances Lee and Richard; her daughter and son-in-law, Marianne and Ken; and her grandchildren, Kelsey Lee, Jacob, Peyton, and Colton. Polly was a devoted Christian, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and served the Lord throughout her life. The family invites friends to a memorial service on August 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Road. A reception to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Church of the Redeemer or Medi Home Health & Hospice, 8100 Three Chopt Road, Richmond, Va. 23229.


 


 

Curling, Durwood

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Durwood S. Curling CHESAPEAKE - Durwood Stewart Curling, 76, of the 300 block of Constance Drive, passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010. Born in ..... 


 


 

Davis, Beatrice

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Beatrice S. Davis PORTSMOUTH - Beatrice S. Davis passed away Aug. 4, 2010. A funeral will be conducted Tuesday, Aug. 10, at 11 a.m. .....


 


 

Davis, Vaughn

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Vaughn Wade Davis Sr. NEWPORT NEWS - Mr. Vaughn Wade "Buck" Davis Sr., 67, a resident of Melfa, Va., passed away Friday, Aug. 6, .....


 


 

Dell H. TUGGLE

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel with the Rev. Tom Durrance officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park, Martinsville, Va. Visitation will be conducted from noon to 1 p.m., prior to the funeral service.


 


 

Dennis Rawls

A reception in honor of the memory of Dennis Rawls will be held on Sunday, August 15, 2010, at the Lake Monticello Clubhouse, 41 Ashlawn Boulevard, Lake Monticello, VA 22963. All friends and family are invited to attend anytime from 2:30 until 4:30 p.m.


 


 

Dollie Maude Jordan Rodgers Wright

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Doris Gladys MASON (In Memoriam)

Doris G. Mason Mom, Oh, how we miss you and continually remember the gentle love you always gave us. Your love, smile, laughter, and gentle spirit were the life support of our family. It has not been the same since you went home to be with the Lord. You were a loving mother that will always be in our hearts. We love and miss you dearly! Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren


 


 

Doris M. ANTCZAK

WILLIAMSBURG - Doris M. Antczak, a resident of Williamsburg, died on July 31, 2010, at the age of 78.


 


 

Dorothy P. SMITH

MOYOCK, N.C. - Dorothy Perry Smith, 65, of 195 Beechwood Shores Drive, Moyock, N.C., died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at Albemarle Hospital.


 


 

Edith M. Arnold

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Elizabeth Virginia Hamilton

Elizabeth Virginia (Betsy S.) Hamilton, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at Pheasant Ridge Senior Living Community. She was predeceased by her husband, John W. (Jack) Hamilton. Her daughter, Betsy Anne Hamilton, survives her along with canine companion, Bailey. Betsy grew up in Huntington, W.Va., graduating from Marshall University. She retired as secretary for the Roanoke Museum of Fine Arts at Cherry Hill. Special thanks to the Memory Care staff at Pheasant Ridge and Southern Care Hospice. A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, in Sherwood Abbey. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA.


 


 

Ellen Snider

Snider Ellen Coe Snider, 94, died Monday, Aug. 2, 2010 at Smyth County Community Hospital. She was a member of Mount Carmel United Methodist Church and was a great homemaker and cook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Powell Snider, and parents, John and Hattie Debord Coe. Survivors include three daughters, Dorothy S. Gillespie, Rita Cress and husband, Bill, and Ann Bise and husband, Stanley, all of Marion; one son, Roy Snider and special friend, Lee Anna Stratton of Marion; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, Aug. 4, at 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with the Rev. Mark Lundy officiating. Graveside services were conducted Thursday at 11 a.m. at Mount Carmel Cemetery. The family received friends Wednesday from 6 p.m. until the time of service at Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at, . Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Elva Davis

Davis Elva Davis, 89, died on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010 at her home in Marion. She was born in Rugby to the late Jane Hill. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Davis, a stepdaughter, Dot Owen, four stepsons, Stacy, Wade, Dennis and John Davis, and a grandson, Matthew Teaters. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Survivors include one daughter, Vanessa and David Teaters of Marion; one grandchild, Melissa Mason and husband, Robert; two step-grandchildren, Connie Davis and Darrell Hill; and two great-grandchildren, Kalee and Lynee Mason. The family received friends Thursday, Aug. 5, from 6 until 7:30 p.m. at Bradley's Funeral Home. Funeral services were conducted at 7:30 p.m. with the Rev. Darrell Pickle and the Rev. David Neitch officiating. A graveside service was conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at Rose Lawn Cemetery in Marion. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, . Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Ethel Pagans Hodges

Ethel Pagans Hodges, 82, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, in the Roanoke Chapel of Lotz Funeral Home.


 


 

Florence Moseley

MOSELEY, Mrs. Florence H., of Chesterfield, departed this life Friday, August 6, 2010. Remains rest at the Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets. Funeral notice later.


 


 

Frances Alexander Morris

MORRIS, Frances Alexander, 91, of Sandston, passed away Friday, August 6, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, E. Webster "Webbie" Morris: and daughter, Linda Drake Hardison. Frances is survived by her son, Wayne Webster Morris; three grandchildren, Justin W. Morris, Ty Hardison and his wife, Kathleen, Todd Hardison and his wife, Hope; great-grandson, Tate Jackson Hardison; and sister, Barbara Cooley Foster. She was a retired school teacher for Henrico County with 32 years of service, where she taught at Fairfield Middle School and Highland Springs High School. She was a lifelong member of Sandston Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 8, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, where services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, August 9. Interment will be at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sandston Baptist Church, 100 W. Williamsburg Road, Sandston, Va. 23150, or Henrico Volunteer Rescue Squad, 5301 Huntsman Road, Sandston, Va. 23150.


 


 

Fred L. PAYNE

Special thanks to Dr, Melvin Green and his staff, Sentara Hospice Team, Direct Home Health Care, Virginia Stokes, Estelle McDonald, Mary Williams, Patricia Harris and Tamika Boone.


 


 

Gloria Minor (In Memoriam)

MINOR - Gloria Davis Mom, Oh, how we miss you and continually remember the gentle love you always gave us. Your love, smile, laughter, and gentle spirit were the life support of our family. It has not been the same since you went home to be with the Lord. You were a loving mother that will always be in our hearts. We love and miss you dearly! Kathy, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchild and Family


 


 

Golonda Suzette Thigpen Fariss

Golonda Suzette Thigpen Fariss, of Christiansburg, passed away August 3, 2010. Services will be held 2 p.m. August 7, 2010 at Horne Funeral Home in Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. 


 


 

Gracie Jean Williamson Meador Dooley

Gracie Jean Williamson Meador Dooley, 94, of Goode, Va., died Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Funeral Services 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443.


 


 

HAROLD ADER III (In Memoriam)

ADER - Harold A. Ader III (Bay-bro) - In loving memory of a wonderful husband and father who seven years ago today entered Heaven's Eternal Gates. We cherish the memories of you, but the heartache of losing you never goes away. "We love and miss you everyday and forever in our hearts you will always stay." Your wife, Diane; children, Micha, LaVelle and Brandon


 


 

HELEN MATTHEWS (In Memoriam)

MATTHEWS, Helen Take her in Thine arms, dear Lord, and ever let her be A messenger of love Between our hearts and Thee. Love, Deborah, Pete & Vann


 


 

Hamilton, Myrtle

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM

Myrtle L. Hamilton PORTSMOUTH - Services for Myrtle Lucille Hamilton will be held at 4 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. ..... 


 


 

Hardison, James

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

James A. Hardison CHESAPEAKE - James A. Hardison, 54, died Aug. 1, 2010. For service information, please see our website at www.omanfh.com . .....


 


 

Harlene B. UMPHLETTE

GLOUCESTER - Harlene B. Umphlette, 70, died Aug. 5, 2010, at her home with family at her side.


 


 

Harvey "Pee Wee" Holt Sr. (In Memoriam)

HOLT June 5, 1935 - Aug. 4, 2006 In Loving Memory of Harvey "Pee Wee" Holt Sr. If Tears Could Build a Stairway And Memories a Lane I'd Walk Right Up To Heaven And Bring You Home Again We Love & Miss You So Much Bill & Bootsie


 


 

Helen Elizabeth Hunte

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Helen Frances Davis

Helen Frances Davis, 73, of Blacksburg, Va., died on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel, Blacksburg, Va., 540-552-3211.


 


 

Homer S. Manning 

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Howard C. ELLEDGE

A celebration of Howard's life will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A time of fellowship will follow the service until noon. Following the time of fellowship, interment will be in Parklawn Memorial Park.


 


 

JAMES HOWARD BLEVINS Sr.

James Howard Blevins BRISTOL, Va. The committal service for James Howard Blevins Sr. will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens, with military rites offered by Highlands Fellowship Veteran Honor Guard. Honorary pallbearers will be Albert Owens, Lawrence Reeves, Bill Huber and Frank Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Post 6975, c/o James Nace, 434 Egypt Road, Bluff City, TN 37618. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting


 


 

JAMES JOHNSON (In Memoriam)

JOHNSON - James O. Happy 63rd Birthday. Love, Sandy 


 


 


 


 

Jack N. DALTON

HAMPTON - Jack Nelson Dalton, 82, of Pensacola, Fla., passed away Aug. 4, 2010. 


 


 

Jack N. THOMAS

VIRGINIA BEACH - Jack N. Thomas, a lifelong resident of Hampton, Va., passed away on Aug. 2, 2010, at the age of 67. 


 


 

James Carlyle (Carl) Jones

James Carlyle (Carl) Jones, 86, of Christiansburg, Va., boarded the gospel flyer on Thursday, August 5, 2010, as it paused briefly on it's heaven bound journey. The conductor, our Lord Jesus Christ, assisted him in starting his homeward bound journey. Carl was born on December 22, 1923, in Albemarle County, Va., to the late James Walter and Maddie Gay Niday Jones. Shortly after his birth, the family moved to the Sinking Creek Valley in Craig County, Va., where he attended Maywood school., Carl began a career at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant in 1942, which was interrupted in 1943, when he was drafted to serve in, . He served in the United States Army Air Corp, in the South Pacific until 1945. In 1948 Carl returned to work at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, where he continued working until his retirement in 1986., Carl's loves in life were God, his family, music, traveling, reading, and photography. He enjoyed attending Wesleyan Community Church in Blacksburg, Va., where he often sang and played his favorite instruments, the auto harp and the guitar. He also enjoyed writing songs and poems. He loved people, staying active, and a good joke, even if it was on himself., In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by his first wife, Margaret Orange Jones; sisters, Mildred Poff, of Christiansburg, Va., and Eileen Buck, of Charlottesville, Va.; and brother, Douglas Jones, of Christiansburg, Va., Surviving are his wife, Hallie M. Jones, of Christiansburg, Va.; son and daughter-in-law, Bruce R. and Linda L. Jones, of Riner, Va.; sister, Janice Furrow, of Newport, Va.; granddaughters, Tasha Keller, of Nashville, Tenn., and Leigh Quintana, of Christiansburg, Va.; and great-grandchildren, Xander Keller, Lucia Quintana and Greg Quintana. The family will receive friends at the Horne Funeral Home on Sunday, August 8, 2010, from 3 to 5 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Tony Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, . The Jones family is being served by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612.


 


 

James H. FRAZIER

HAYES - James Herbert Frazier, 57, died July 25, 2010. He was retired from James City County as a Groundskeeper.


 


 

James L. PRESSEY

WILLIAMSBURG - James L. Pressey, 88, of Williamsburg, passed away on Aug. 2, 2010. 


 


 

Janie J. Roberson 

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John E. GREUNKE

The funeral will take place at North Riverside Baptist Church, Newport News, Va., at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010. A graveside service will be at Eastern Shore Chapel Cemetery in Virginia Beach, Va., at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010.


 


 

John Franklin Schoppel

John Franklin Schoppel, 77, of Louisa, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2010., He was born on February 16, 1933, in Biltmore, North Carolina, to William M. and Naomi Y. Schoppel., He is survived by a brother, Joe Schoppel and a sister, Billie Bonar, both of Louisa; and a host of nieces and nephews., He was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Margaret Guthrie, Douglas Schoppel, Barbara Tambourine, William M. Schoppel Jr., Gene Schoppel and Amelia Bowers., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 8, 2010, at Woodward Funeral Home with burial to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. Saturday, August 7, 2010, at Woodward Funeral Home.


 


 

John W. Hall 

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Jonathan R. TERRILL

The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8, at Peninsula Funeral Home. 


 


 

Joseph J. Brown

Joseph J. Brown, 78, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2010. He was a longtime employee of the Vinton Weaving Mill. He is preceded in death by parents, Joseph Kennett Brown and Sallie Prather Brown; brother, John William Brown; stepbrother, Russell Brown; stepsister, Christine Ashwell and her husband, Johnny Ashwell; and brother-in-law, Vernon Gregory. Surviving are son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Debra Brown, of Roanoke; daughter and son-in-law, Jill and Barry Acker, of Roanoke; grandchildren, Kendall Anne Brown, Devin Michael Brown, and Brandon Scott Acker; sisters, Alzie Kesler and husband, Bobby, Della St.Clair, Betty Gregory, and Joyce Higgs; sister-in-law, Thelma Brown; and a number of nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank all the nursing staff at Friendship Manor for their loving care. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Joe Greene officiating. Burial will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.


 


 

Joshua Seth Blevins

Joshua Seth Blevins, 19, of Floyd, Va., passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2010. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2912.


 


 

Josie Ethel Dillon Hicks

Josie Ethel Dillon Hicks, 92, formerly of Roanoke, Va., and Logansport, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2010, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born February 5, 1918, in Franklin County, Va. to Christopher D. and Esther Dillon. Josie is preceded in death by her husband, James V. Hicks; her daughter, Sandra Sterrett, four brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, James Michael "Mike" and Susan Hicks, Fort Wayne; sister, Hazel Thompson, San Antonio, Texas; grandchildren, Joshua Hicks, Matthew Hicks and Summer Baumgartner; and great-grandchildren, Dylan Hicks, Jay Baumgartner and Eli Baumgartner. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, August 9, 2010, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. Interment to follow at Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel 540-982-2100.


 


 

Joyce Beatrice Cross

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Joyce Cross

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Joyce W. GARY

A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held at noon Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at Gospel Light UHC, 2614 Marshall Avenue, Newport News, VA 


 


 

KEVIN EBERLY (In Memoriam)

EBERLY - Kevin For seven years we've missed you every day. We'll always love you. Mama, Daddy and Frankie 


 


 

Kevin Johnson

JOHNSON, S.F.C. Kevin D., of Drewryville, Va., stationed in Maryland, departed this life August 3, 2010. Upon arrival, remains will rest at the Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets. Funeral notice later.


 


 

Kinzel, Jeannine

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Jeannine A. Kinzel VIRGINIA BEACH - Jeannine Armstrong Kinzel, 43, passed away Aug. 4, 2010 in Kissimmee, Fla. She fought the fight of her .....


 


 

Kovac, Ivan

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

In Loving Memory OfIvan Kovac Jr.1968 - 1987  I will always miss you and always love you Dad Justice for Shellie Carson .....


 


 

Lewis Curling

CURLING, Lewis A., 85, of Richmond, died August 5, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Dorothy B. Curling; his son, Montee Curling and his wife, Karen; daughter, Marlene Gartner, and her four children, Nathan, Rachel, Jacob and Abigail; son, Stan Curling and his wife, Kay, and their three children, Amanda, Melissa and Jesse; and one brother, Otis Curling. Lewis was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in WWII and the Army Reserve until his retirement. The family will receive friends 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. A graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, November 22, 2010 at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association .


 


 

Linda Rochelle Edmonds

EDMONDS, Linda Rochelle Roebuck, was born August 28, 1955, in Harrisburg, Pa. She departed this earth August 5, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Melvin Edmonds; two daughters, Keya and Tonya Roebuck; two granddaughters, Shakira and Brieanna Barron; three brothers and two sisters and a host of nieces and nephews.


 


 

Lois Idell Harris

Lois Idell Harris, 88, of Rocky Mount, Va., passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at Flora Funeral Home Chapel, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835.


 


 

Lucille Fuller (In Memoriam)

FULLER Lucille, you left us one year ago today with joy in your heart. You were blind and couldn't see your seven children, but on August 5, 2009, God opened your eyes with His finger of love and said, Sis, I heal all things. You were blind but now you see their faces one more time. Come home, my dear, come home. Love, Nellie Cunningham


 


 

Luther Lee Keith

Luther Lee Keith, 83, of Roanoke, Va., died peacefully on Thursday, August 5, 2010 surrounded by family members. He was born in Botetourt County on Easter Sunday, April 17, 1927. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin Luther and Marcie Lafon Keith; his sister, Cloie Kincer; and infant sister, Helen Keith., Luther was a, Veteran. He served our country as a member of the, , aboard the USS Los Angeles. He was a plank owner of the USS Los Angeles as he was assigned to the ship at the time it was commissioned., In recent years, he participated in reunions with fellow shipmates of the USS Los Angeles Association in various locations across the country. He served as President and was currently serving on the Board of Directors. He was also a lifetime member of, #1264., Luther was a salesperson during his working career. In his retirement years, Luther loved to do handy work, especially remodeling homes for grandchildren. His grandchildren could feel the love that went into each home., Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Phyllis Arnold Keith; daughter, Judy Ferrell and husband, Barry, of Roanoke; daughter, Karen Likens and husband, Randy, of Roanoke; and son, Doug Keith, of Roanoke. Grandchildren include Stephanie Everett and husband, Sam, Karrie Gibson and husband, Roger, Kim O'Conner and husband, Wally, Kirk Likens and wife, Ashley, Emily Allen and husband, T.J., Kelly Clatterbuck and husband, Robert, and Ryan Keith, all of Roanoke, Hope Hendrix and Carmen Keith, of Kershaw, S.C.; great-grandchildren, Hannah Everett, Kayla Gibson, Cameron O'Conner, Abby Hendrix, Troy Everett, Erika Gibson, Aiden Likens, Austin Hendrix, Alli Likens and Kaylee O'Conner. He is also survived by his sisters, Ollie Ford, Alma Blankenship and husband, Bobby, and Rachel Craighead; brothers, Martin Keith and wife, Violet, and Kenneth Keith and wife, Phyllis Ann; and numerous nieces and nephews., Funeral Services will be conducted 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at Airlee Court Baptist Church, 4827 Delray Street, Roanoke, Va., conducted by the Rev. Claude Carter. Interment will be in the Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Military Honors by the DAV Honor Guard. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.


 


 

MARGARET GOINS

Margaret Goins BRISTOL, Tenn. Margaret Goins, 77, died on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at Indian Path Hospital in Kingsport. She was a daughter of the late Autry Doak and Margaret McReynolds Doak. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William T. Goins, and two brothers, Elmer Doak and Dr. Lin Doak. She was a graduate of Tennessee High School and Carson-Newman College, where she was a member of the band and the Calliopian Literary Society, and received her master's degree from East Tennessee State University. She was a music and kindergarten teacher in Carter and Sullivan counties for over 30 years and was a teacher in Miss Maude's Kindergarten at Anderson Street United Methodist Church. She was a member of N.E.A., T.E.A., S.C.E.A. and S.C.R.T. and the Democratic Women, Gamma Epsilon chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International, which she served as treasurer for 18 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the Women's Missionary Union. Margaret is survived by two daughters, Cathy Goins and Christie Vaughn and her husband, Adam, all of Bristol Tennessee; three sons, Bill Goins and his wife, Dawn, of Bristol Virginia, Donnie Love and his wife, Katie, of Lexington, N.C., and Tommy Goins and his wife, Natasha, of Memphis, Tenn.; a sister, Audrey Doak of Bristol Tennessee; seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2:45 Sunday afternoon at First Baptist Church. The funeral service will follow at 3 o'clock with Dr. David Stancil officiating. The committal service and interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to First Baptist Church of Bristol, 1 Virginia St., Bristol VA 24201. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting


 


 

MARJORIE LEE LITTLE HAWKINS

Marjorie Lee Little Hawkins BRISTOL, Tenn. The committal service for Marjorie Lee Little Hawkins will be Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Shipley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Preston Lookhart, Preston Little, Jack Feazell, Jerry Weston, Mackie Chapman, Matt Vance, Vince Swiney and Brad Price. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Smith Family Memorial Fund, c/o Michelle Woods, P.O. Box 1622, Bristol, TN 37621. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

MARY EMMALINE COMBS JACKSON

Mary Emmaline Combs Jackson BRISTOL, Tenn. Graveside services for Mary Emmaline Combs Jackson will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon. Friends and family are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 3:50 p.m. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at


 


 

MAURICE ANDREW PRESTON

Maurice Andrew Preston GLADE SPRING, Va. Graveside services for Maurice Andrew Preston will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, at the Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus, Va., with the Rev. Wayne Guynn officiating. Military honors will be provided at the gravesite by the Highlands Veterans Honor Guard. Friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from noon to 1:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon prior to going in procession to the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a favorite charity. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at


 


 

Mardelia Mathews

Mardelia M. Mathews Mardelia Mae "Sissy" Mathews, 62, of Wytheville died Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010. Funeral service will be held Saturday, Aug. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with Pastor Roger Crigger officiating. Interment will be private. She was born Feb. 25, 1948, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Leon and Nellie Wisley Mathews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Connie Hancock; and two brothers, David Mathews and Jack Mathews. Survivors include a daughter, Bonita Gordon of Wytheville; four sisters, Rebecca Snavely of Wytheville, Mary Ann Burcham of Rural Retreat, Kay Mathews and Jane Mathews, both of Wytheville; four brothers, Bill Mathews of Chesterfield, Wayne Mathews of Charlotte, N.C., Ranzie Mathews of Fayetteville, N.C., and Fletcher Mathews of Indiana; three grandchildren, Laura Ward and Denise Hall, both of Rural Retreat, and Timothy Hall of Wytheville; three great-grandchildren, Austin "Buck" Six of Rural Retreat, Kearston Smith of Wytheville and Dalton Coleman of Rural Retreat; and many other relatives and special friends. The family will receive friends Saturday, Aug. 7, from 1 to 2 p.m. (service time) at the funeral home. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Margaret Bottoms ANDERSON

ANDERSON, Margaret Bottoms, 86, of Chester, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 5, 2010. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Irving Anderson Sr. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Jacquelyn and Joe Smith; sons and daughters-in-law, Irving Jr. and Mickey Anderson, Raymond and Norma Jean Anderson, Mark and Bonnie Anderson; 14 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Margaret retired from Dupont Fibers after 38 years of service. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). Her funeral is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment will be 1:30 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to a charity of your choice.


 


 

Marian E. Conner 

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Marian Eller Conner

Marian Eller Conner, 81, of Ridgeway, Va., died on Thursday, August 5, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, in the chapel of Roselawn Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va., 276-632-1880. 


 


 

Mary Frances Smith Blevins

BLEVINS, Mary Frances Smith, 67, passed away August 5, 2010. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Tuesday at Vincent Funeral Home, 9923 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, Va. Condolences can be posted at www.vincentfh.com. 


 


 

McMahon, Cheryl

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Cheryl A. McMahon PORTSMOUTH - Cheryl Ann McMahon, 48, died Aug. 5, 2010. She was a native of Portsmouth. Survivors include her husband, David .....


 


 

Michael Williams 

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Mildred A. Cobb

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Napoleon T. RUSS

Napoleon served in the U.S. Army for 27 years. He retired from Fort Eustis where he served as the Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Officer. 


 


 

Nellie H. CURRY (In Memoriam)

CURRY, Nellie H. In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true. There is not a day, dear Nellie, That we do not think of you. We love and miss you. Your Family 


 


 

OPAL LITTON ALIFF

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Olivette Darnell

Darnell Olivette Hall Darnell, 83, died on Aug. 3, 2010. She was born Feb. 9, 1927 in Grayson County to the late Joseph Alexander and Grace Atwell Hall. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Garland Brown, Ernest Haulsey and James Darnell, seven brothers, three sisters, one son and one grandson. Survivors include two sons, Allen Haulsey of Marion and Michael Darnell and wife, Nancy, of Ruckersville; two daughters, Judy Grady and husband, Eddie, of Christiansburg and Betty Carol Hall and husband, Jack, of Marion; two brothers, Isaac Hall of Arab, Ala., and David Hall of Sugar Grove; one sister, Linda Pasley of Marion; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; special caregivers, Rebecca Haga of Marion and Anita Ross of Sugar Grove; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Friday, Aug. 6, at noon at Seaver-Brown Chapel with Brother David officiating. Private burial was conducted in Slemp Cemetery, Sugar Grove. The family received friends Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of service at Seaver-Brown Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Virginia, 600 West Ridge Road, Wytheville, VA 24382. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at, . Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Orin W. LADLEE

HENRICO, N.C. - Orin Wesley Ladlee, 70, former resident of Newport News, departed from us after a brief illness on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010.


 


 

PAUL FINK (In Memoriam)

FINK - Paul Clifton I miss you "Paulie." Time heals no pain. If I could only hold you, forever once again. Love Always and Forever "Mama"


 


 

PEGGY FERN OWENS

Peggy Fern Owens BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Mrs. Peggy Owens will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Entombment will follow at Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Sam Neese, Cory Lawson, Michael Tiller, Jeff Brockwell, D.L. Stout, Ron Tiller, Homer Wilson and Glenn Thomas. Honorary pallbearers will be Nathan Tiller and her special group of friends in the Real Estate Department at Highlands Union Bank. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at


 


 

Pansy B. "Pat" Abernathy

ABERNATHY, Pansy "Pat" B., 78, of Richmond, passed away August 5, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph M. Abernathy. She is survived by three children, John M. and Wayne M. Abernathy and Brenda A. Boyd; her devoted friend, Jeanette Gregory; eight grandchildren, one great-grandson; two sisters, Ellen Stiles and Alta Bensley; one brother, Warren Puckett. Her family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.


 


 

Patricia T. (Aunt Patty) Cerak

Patricia T. (Aunt Patty) Cerak, 79, of Roanoke, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. She was born in Bay City, Mich., on September 25, 1930, daughter of the late John and Dorothy Tucker. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of over 50 years, Paul Cerak; and four brothers, John, Francis, Thomas and Edward Tucker. Mrs. Cerak was an LPN, and she worked at the Catawba Hospital for over 20 years; she was a member of the 500 Club, and enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping and bingo. She was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church. She is survived by her son, Paul Frederick Cerak; three grandsons, Paul Frederick Cerak II and his wife, Stacey, Joseph John Cerak and his wife, Shikara, and Christopher James Cerak; greatgrandchildren, Isabella, Darien, Katerina, Emma and Abigail Cerak; her brother, Robert L. Tucker and his wife, Edie; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their thanks to the staff at Friendship Health and Rehabilitation Center and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for their care. Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church. The Rev. Msgr. Thomas Miller will officiate. Entombment will follow at the St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery Mausoleum. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 6, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.


 


 

Peggy M. Searcy 

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RICHARD CARY HORNER Jr.

Richard Cary Horner Jr. A burial service for Richard Cary Horner Jr. will be held 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, Aug. 7, 2010, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church with the Rev. Dr. Mark Frazier officiating. The family will receive friends after the service in the Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, please offer donations in Dick Horner's memory to Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 700 Cumberland St., Bristol, VA 24201; Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620; or a charity of your choice. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and read at


 


 

Ralph K. Doshier Sr.

Ralph K. Doshier, Sr., 83, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord Thursday, August 5, 2010. He was a United States, veteran in, and retired from State Farm Insurance in Charlottesville. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Gladys Doshier; brother, Norman Doshier; son, David Doshier; first wife, Gertrude "Trudy" Doshier; and granddaughter, Shannon Lawson. Surviving are wife, Virginia Brown Doshier; son and daughter-in-law, Ralph "Butch" Doshier, Jr. and Pamela Doshier of Standardsville, Va.; stepdaughter, Barbara B. Iddings, Roanoke; sister-in-law, Bonnie Doshier of Idlewild, Calif.; numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, great great grandchildren; and beloved, Little Bit. A graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m., Sunday, August 8, 2010 at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, August 7, 2010 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221.


 


 

Raymond E. OLIVER Jr.

A celebration of life service will be held at Sterling United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010. A luncheon with time for remembrance will immediately follow.


 


 

Robert Edwards Sr. (In Memoriam)

Robert Edwards Sr. It's been two years ago today that God called you to that magic place. For the rest of my life I am going to be thinking about you. My love for you will never end. In my heart forever. ~Wife Trina


 


 

Robert J. (Bobby) Bedsaul

Robert J. (Bobby) Bedsaul, 70, of Galax, Va., passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2010. Funeral 11 a.m. Sunday, August 8, 2010, at Fairview Baptist Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., 276-236-2442.


 


 

Robert Sweeney

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Roy W. SWICEGOOD

NEWPORT NEWS - Roy Wayne Swicegood, 86, died on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010. 


 


 

Ruben Callahan Jr.

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Ruby Craft Bradner

Mrs. Ruby Craft Bradner, 74, of Chatham, Va., passed away on Friday, August 6, 2010. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. 


 


 

Ruth Jolly Forrest

FORREST, Ruth Jolly, 88, of Richmond, died August 5, 2010. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, Harvey Richard "Dick" Forrest; her parents, Jessie Sutton and Wilton Epes Jolly; and infant sisters, Virginia and Jesse Jolly. She is survived by her sons, Steven Jolly Forrest and his wife, Elizabeth, of Powhatan and Harry Wilton Forrest and his wife, Kathryn, of Richmond; her twin granddaughters, Ruth MacRae Forrest and Sara Epes Forrest of Powhatan; her sisters, Mattie "Molly" Epes Jolly and Janet Jolly Clark of Richmond; and her sister-in-law, Marion Forrest Woolard of Newport News; her niece, Jill Clark Page and her husband, Malcom, their daughters Emily Page and Jessica Gentry and her husband, Joey, all of Richmond. Also surviving are many other beloved nephews, nieces, great- nieces, and many dear and devoted friends. Ruth was born in Kinston, North Carolina, and was raised in South Hill, Virginia. She attended State Teachers College (now Longwood University) and Pan American Business School. She worked for State Planters Bank and Colonial Williamsburg before becoming a mother and homemaker. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. For many years, Ruth was a volunteer at Meals On Wheels, where she delivered food to homebound and elderly residents of the Richmond area. She was an active member of the United Methodist Family Services Auxiliary for over 25 years. Remains rest at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., where family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 8, 2010, and where a memorial service will be held Monday, August 9, at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Meals On Wheels (mowdelivers.com) or United Methodist Family Services (umfs.org). Condolences may be offered at woodyfuneralhome.com.


 


 

SHIRLEY JEAN REPASS DEBUSK

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Sarah S. VAUGHAN

Viewing will begin at noon today, Aug. 6, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601- 27th St. Newport News, VA 23607, with a visitation from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at the funeral chapel and afterwards at 9 Woodbury Forrest Dr., in Hampton. A funeral service will be held at noon Saturday, Aug. 7, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 804 - 41st St. Newport News, Va. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens.


 


 

Shadara Via 

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Shinn, Lamont

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Lamont Allen Shinn VIRGINIA BEACH - Lamont Allen Shinn, 80, a son, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, civil servant to our country, scouter and ..... 


 


 

Smith, Dorothy

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Dorothy P. Smith MOYOCK - Dorothy Perry Smith, 65, of the 100 block of Beechwood Shores Drive, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010 at Albemarle ..... 


 


 

Steve Pitzer 

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Sue Coleman

Sue Coleman, 80, of Danville, Va., passed away on Friday, August 6, 2010. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. 


 


 

Taylor, Robert

Saturday, August 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Robert D. Taylor Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Daniel Taylor Jr., 54, of the 300 block of S. Parliament Drive, passed away Aug. 3, .....


 


 

Thelma Hannah Brown

BROWN, Thelma (Hannah), of Henrico died August 4, 2010. Surviving are three daughters, Rev. Barbara Nelson (James), Norma Harris, and Marilyn Roots (Nathaniel); two sons, Lloyd Brown Sr. and Frederick Brown (Juin); eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Virginia Everett, Ida Washington, Lena Jones, and Agnes Crawley; one sister-in-law, Lennie Atkins; one brother-in-law, James Washington Sr.; one devoted niece, Susie Porter; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where the family will receive friends Sunday, August 8 from 4 to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 9 at 11 a.m. at Gravel Hill Baptist Church, 5426 Longbridge Road. Rev. Dr. Ray McKenzie, pastor officiating. Rev. Tyrone Nelson, eulogist. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online guestbook at www.scottsfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Thelma L. Thompson 

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Theodore Coleman (In Memoriam)

Remembering Dea. Theodore Coleman on his 70th birthday, August 6, 2010. Here's wishing you a Happy Birthday as we've always done before. You'll always be rememebered more than anyone can know. We love and miss you. ~ The Family


 


 

Tim Harden

Tim E. Harden Tim Edward Harden, 57, of Wytheville died Monday, Aug. 2, 2010. There will be no funeral service or visitation. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kathleen Turner Harden and Leonard Harden. Survivors include three brothers and sisters-in-law, Danny and Debra Harden of Crockett, Mike and Patti Harden of Rural Retreat, and David Harden of Wytheville; and several nieces and nephews. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

TyQuan ShaRon Lewis

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VIOLET HAGA STACY

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Velma Jane Goodin Baker

Velma Jane Goodin Baker, 93, of Bedford, died Friday, August 6, 2010. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, 586-3443.


 


 

Vera Pinion Carden (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Vera P. CARDEN 8/7/1913 ~ 2/23/2008, "If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, Please pick a bunch for me., Place them in my Mother's arms, And tell her they're from me., Tell her I love her and miss her,, And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek and, Hold her for awhile., Because remembering her is easy,, I do it every day., But there's an ache within my heart, That will never go away.", Sadly missed on your, 97th Birthday, Dana


 


 

Wallie Jordan Eanes III

Wallie Jordan Eanes III, better known as Peanut or Jerry, of Roanoke, Va., passed away July 24, 2010. Memorial service will be held 11 a.m., August 7, 2010, at 502 Day Ave., Roanoke.


 


 

Wells, Louise

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 2:00 AM 

Louise M. Wells PORTSMOUTH - A graveside service for Louise M. Wells will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at Olive Branch Cemetery. The .....


 


 

Wilbert James Carter Jr.

Wilbert James Carter Jr., of Wrightsville Beach, N.C., and Greensboro, N.C., died on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at his home on Wrightsville Beach. Jim was born on August 13, 1938, in Greensboro to the late Christine Brooks and Wilbert James Carter. Jim received his education at The Choate School, Wallingford, Conn., and UNC-Chapel Hill where he graduated with a BA in History. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He was employed by JP Stevens, Inc. in Greensboro for several years before joining the, . After employment in Chicago, he settled in Roanoke, Va., with the Norfolk and Western Railway, later the Norfolk Southern. In Roanoke he was a member of the Jaycees and the, . He served on the boards of Mill Mountain Theatre and the Virginia Museum of Transportation. After retiring to Wrightsville Beach, Jim served on the boards of the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and the Wilmington Railroad Museum. He was an active member of Bill's Club (8). Additionally he served on the board of Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center in Chapel Hill. He held a lifelong interest in history, travel, environmental issues, the National Railway Historical Society and family philanthropy. Jim is survived by his wife, Polly Potter Carter; his daughter, Mary Elizabeth Carter White and husband, Andrew Nicholas Howard White, of Oxshott, Surrey, England; and two grandchildren, Nicholas James Carter White and Georgia Elizabeth Stevens White. Additional survivors include his sister, Nancy Carter Hoyt and her husband, Ralph Hoyt, of Jacksonville, Fla. Numerous nieces and nephews will always treasure his interest and help in their lives. His sister, Dorothy Carter Price, predeceased him. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 8, 2010, from 5 to 6 p.m. at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, at Wrightsville United Methodist Church, 4 Live Oak Dr., Wrightsville Beach, N.C. A Memorial Service will be held in Greensboro in the near future. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wrightsville United Methodist Church, 4, Live Oak Dr., Wrightsville Beach, N.C. 28480 or to the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Campus Box 7295, Chapel Hill, N.C. 27599-7295. Condolences may be sent to the family at


 


 

Yasuko T. DUNN

NEWPORT NEWS - Mrs. Yasuko Toyama Dunn passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at Mary Immaculate Hospital. 

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