Ackie Denton Rosenbalm BRISTOL, Va. Ackie Denton Rosenbalm, age 72, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born June 4, 1938, to the late Dan Denton and Ethel Cross Denton. She was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and worked for LaQuinta Inns. Ackie was a member of Revival Center Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Monroe Rosenbalm Sr.; by seven brothers; and nine sisters. Survivors: son, Manuel Rosenbalm Jr. and Sharon Pepper; daughter, Robin Childers and husband Mike; grandchildren, Brittany Rosenbalm, Keri Childers, Michael Childers; Sharon Pepper's daughter, Sydney Pepper; sisters, Charlotte Montgomery and husband David, Nancy Barker and husband Jack, Willie French and husband Robert; brother, Carson Denton and wife Edna; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, from the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Donald Denton and Rev. Lyons Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 prior to the funeral service. Burial will be in Denton Cemetery at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010. Pallbearers will be Manuel Rosenbalm Jr., Mike Childers, Brian Barker, Jack Barker Jr., Mike Montgomery and Travis Montgomery. Online condolences may be registered at |
Ada Booth Sanford Ada Booth Sanford, age 102, peacefully answered God's calling on August 31, 2010 at her home in Radiant, Virgina. Born August 28, 1908 to Susie and John William Booth in Calvert County, Maryland. Ada lived her life as a caring and devoted wife, mother and homemaker., Ada was the centenarian of her family, preceeded in death by her mother, father, 9 siblings and her husband of 52 years Rev. C.H. Sanford. Ada leaves behind her devoted daughter Linda Walker, and son-in-law Larry Walker, where she resided for the past 5 years. Grandsons, Larry Jr. and Darrick Walker, 2 great grandchildren, Cameron and Desiree Walker and a host of family, neighbors and friends., Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 6, 2010 at Antioch Baptist Church, Madison, Virginia. Viewing at 10:00 a.m.. Services at 11:00 a.m. Interment September 7, 2010 at Mt. Hope Methodist Church, Sunderland, Maryland., W.C. Thompson Funeral Home is in charge. |
HOLLAND, Ada Deniece, departed this life August 30, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Charles Holland Sr.; daughter, Corine Holland-Branch (Omari); son, Charles Holland Jr.; one grandson, Zyriee Holland-Branch; mother-in-law, Gloria Holland; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, with Rev. Calvin DeBose officiating. Interment private. |
Mrs. Ada Newsome Chandler, 85, 514 St. Matthews St., Petersburg, departed this life Monday morning, Aug. 30, in the Golden Living Convalescent Center, Petersburg., She was a native of Prince George County and a former member of Providence Baptist Church, Prince George. She was the daughter of the late Lee and Lagulia Harrison Newsome, and was preceded in death by three brothers, Lonnie, Donald and Thomas Newsome, and two sisters, Virginia and Ruth Newsome., Surviving are: her husband, Howard Chandler of Petersburg; a stepson, Howard Chandler Jr. (Yvette) of Connecticut; two sisters, (devoted) Mrs. Belle Harrell of Petersburg and Mrs. Maude Howard of Pennsylvania; a brother-in-law, William Chandler; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., A funeral service will be 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, from the Chapel of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home. Interment will be in Mount Sinai Community Cemetery. Prince George. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr. will officiate. Family will receive friends from 5:45 to 6:45 Friday evening., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
Albert Clyde Barrett BRISTOL, Tenn. A memorial service for Albert Clyde Barrett will be held in Bristol Tennessee, on Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at the Belle Meadows Baptist Church. There will be a time of fellowship from 6-7 p.m. followed by the service at 7 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
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Alfred "Hawk" Montague, Hawkins Sr., And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away. Revelation 21:4, Alfred "Hawk" Montague Hawkins Sr. was born to the late Alfred and Adelaide Hawkins on July 15, 1934, in Orange County, Virginia., He departed this earthly life on Monday, August 30, 2010, at his home., Preceding him in death was his wife, Earline Chapman Hawkins. Also preceding him in death were two brothers, Donald Ray Hawkins and Kenneth Hawkins; and his grandson, Kelvin Ricardo Hawkins II., He received his educational training in Orange County, Virginia, and retired from Black Industries in May of 1998. Who was Alfred? Alfred was strength displayed in weakness, knowledge shared with family and friends, and a pioneer in his own rite. Alfred was a faithful trustee at St. John Baptist Church of Cobham. He was baptized and joined the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Gordonsville, Virginia, at an early age., Alfred was a servant and leader in his community. He joined the East Rivanna Fire Department in Keswick, Virginia, in July of 1969 and retired as a lifetime member in March of 1986. Having matriculated through diverse offices, he served as Lieutenant of the East Rivanna Fire Department from 1972 until 1975, Fire Captain from 1975 until 1976, and the first African American Fire Chief in Albemarle County serving from 1976 until 1986., Alfred's legacy lives on with his sons and his family, Alfred Montague Jr. and his wife, Betty, Leon Bernard and his wife, Kim, Keith Arville and his wife, Lashawn, Kelvin Ricardo and his wife, Penny; nine grandchildren, Marcus and his wife, Jaime, Kamisha, Derek, Loren, Jasmine, Kendall, Aisha, Tia and Aliyah., His legacy is also shared by one sister, Pastor Shirley H. Chapman of Keswick, Virginia; one brother, Curtis L. Hawkins of Cheverly, Maryland; one brother-in-law, Linbergh Johnson of Keswick, Virginia; four sisters-in-law, Matilda Hawkins and Essie Chapman of Washington, D.C., Geraldine Johnson of Keswick, Virginia, and Sandra Hawkins of Cheverly, Maryland. He also leaves nephews, nieces, extended family and friends., A special thanks to Shelia Johnson for the care she provided our father during his illness., Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2010, at St. John Baptist Church of Cobham, 1595 St. John Road, Keswick, Virginia. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. |
In Loving Memory of Alice "Izetta" BROWN Happy Birthday, on your first year in heaven. We love and miss you and are continuously celebrating your memories., Your Loving Family |
Alvirda Kate Beckner, 92, of Salem, Va., died Thursday, September 2, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel. |
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Ann Carolyn Johnson, 69, of Lexington, Va., died on August 29, 2010. Memorial Service 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Trinity United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home, Lexington, Va. |
Anne Longerbeam Inskeep, Anne Longerbeam Inskeep, 56, of Madison, Virginia, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, September 1, 2010., Anne was born on March 30, 1954, to Robert L. Inskeep and Lottie Longerbeam Inskeep in Charlottesville, Virginia; taught pre-kindergarten at Grymes Memorial School for 11 years and just enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, morning walks with nature, her pets and dancing. Anne's warm wonderful spirit, positive attitude and generosity will be remembered by all., Surviving Anne is her daughter, Megan Inskeep Smith of Madison, Virginia; and her brother, Robert L. Inskeep Jr. and his wife, Beverly, of Huntersville, North Carolina., Anne was preceded in death by her parents; her step-brother, William "Bucky" Hay III; and her stepmother, Willie Mae Inskeep., A celebration of her life will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at the chapel of Clore-English Funeral Home with the Reverend R. Wertenbaker Turner Jr. conducting the service. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery in Culpeper, Virginia., The family will receive friends two hours before service., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the Anne Inskeep Fund, c/o Virginia National Bank, P.O. Box 709, Orange, VA 22960 (a scholarship fund for her daughter, Megan) or to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911., Arrangements have been entrusted to the Clore-English Funeral Home, 11190 James Monroe Highway, Culpeper, VA 22701. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Arnold Hall Gray Jr., 82, passed away at James River Convalescent Center after a long illness on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010. |
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John E. Bannon VIRGINIA BEACH - John E. Bannon, 78, passed away suddenly Aug. 29, 2010. He was born Jan. 5, 1932 in Attleboro, ..... |
WILLIAMSBURG - Benjamin "Benji" Paul Hogge Sr., 51, died Aug. 31, 2010. |
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Jean Benson PORTSMOUTH - Norma Jean Benson, 85, formerly of Leonard Road, passed away while in Lake Prince Woods Nursing Home. The widow of ..... |
FIELDS, Bernard L. "Bernie," 54, entered eternal rest August 29, 2010. He is survived by three sisters, Jennie Humphries (Charles), Catherine Crawford and Gwendolyn Perrell; three brothers, Charles Fields Jr. (Fernise), William Fields and Reginald Fields (Rosetta); and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing, 4 to 8 p.m. Friday (today) and funeral services, 1 p.m. Saturday at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Road. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. www.wilsonafs.com |
BESSIE CASTON-FLEMING Mama, We miss you and love you. You will always be in our hearts. Happy 79th Birthday. Arthur Jr., Archie Sr. and Audrey |
FELTON, DEL. - Betty Ann Bray, 80, of Felton, Del., formerly of Remlik passed to the Lord on Wednesday, Sept.1 2010. |
Beulah Marie Harris Johnson, 88, of Narrows, Va., passed away August 30, 2010. Funeral 11 a.m. on Friday, September 3, 2010, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Narrows. Arrangements by Riffe's Funeral Service, Narrows, Va. |
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Sep 3, 2010 A memorial service for Billy Wayne Craig, 58, of Patrick Springs, who died Sept. 1, 2010, at his home, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with Jerry Goodman and the Rev. Jim Churchwell officiating. Burial will be private. Friends will be received from noon until time for the funeral Saturday at the funeral home and other times at the home of Wanda Moore, 20383 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, or the home of his parents, Lester and Lucille Craig, 143 Howell Bottom Lane, Stuart. He was born in Patrick County on March 18, 1952. Craig was a lifetime member of the Virginia Jaycees, having served as past president, and of the Patrick County Jaycees. He was one of the founders of the Stuart Beach Music Festival, a former Democratic Party chairman and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Patrick County. He had worked as a fixer at Narrowflex. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are his wife, Sharon Puckett Craig of Stuart; one daughter, Brianne Bartone of Greensboro, N.C.; two sons, Bryan Nowlin of Collinsville and Marty Nowlin of Stuart; five grandchildren; and two brothers, Lester Craig Jr. of Salem and Mike Craig of Stuart. Memorials may be made to Safety Rope, c/o Rev. Jim Churchwell, P.O. Box 927, Stuart, Va. 24171. |
Billy Wayne Craig, 58, of Patrick Springs, Va., died on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va. |
CONNER, Bobby John, of Richmond, departed this life September 1, 2010. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Notice of funeral later. |
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Cheryl I. Caldwell NORFOLK - Cheryl I. Caldwell, 64, of the 100 block of Suburban Pkwy., passed away peacefully at Bon Secours DePaul Medical ..... |
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Patrick Stewart Carey WILLIAMSBURG - Infant Patrick Stewart Carey of Williamsburg passed away Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010. He is survived by his parents, Jeanne ..... |
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Ernest F. Ceder TORRINGTON, Conn. - Ernest F. Ceder, 84, went to be with the Lord Aug. 20, 2010. He was born Sept. 22, ..... |
WILLIAMSBURG - Charles E. Eddy, 85, died on Aug. 31, 2010, in Williamsburg, Va. |
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Sep 3, 2010 Charles William Todd, 68, of 1350 Virginia Ave., Martinsville, died Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was born in Grayson County on May 1, 1942, to Bishop Fortner and Edna Padgett Fortner. His parents preceded him in death. He had served in the Air Force. Surviving are his wife, Rose Mae Todd of Ridgeway; daughter, Rhonda Gail Todd; stepdaughter, Stonia Bearden of Coopersville; and a stepson, David Salmans of Willis. The funeral will be private. Arrangements were made at Community Funeral Services in Ridgeway. |
Clora Desser Overbay Robinette ATKINS, Va. Clora Desser Overbay Robinette, age 94, went to Heaven on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, in Tucson, Ariz., surrounded by her family. She was born April 28, 1916, in Atkins, to June and Callie Overbay. She grew up in Atkins where she met and married Clyde Robinette in December, 1943. She spent 92 years in Atkins before relocating to Tucson to reside with her daughter after her health failed. In Atkins, she was a longtime member of the Atkins Church of God and was involved in many church activities. She also loved to garden, sew, crochet and spend time with her grandson, family and friends. She will be missed greatly by her family and everyone who knew her. Mrs. Robinette was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde S. Robinette; parents, June and Callie Overbay; brother, Claude Overbay; and two sisters, Leler Patterson and Julie Erwood. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Jerry Colburn; one grandson, Andrew Deihl III, all of Tucson one sister-in-law, Edith Robinette of Atkins; one brother-in-law, Jack Erwood of Tennessee and Florida; several nieces and nephews; and a very special dog, Pounder. A service will be held Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the First Church of God in Atkins, with Reverend Nouhad Melki officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 until 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at |
Connie Pauline Davis Cregger, 66, of Rural Retreat, Va., died Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 5, 2010, in the Grubb Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va. |
Conrad Henry (Hank) Braun, 71, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. He was born on October 17, 1938, in Camden, N.J., and is survived by his wife, Anna Rose; daughter, Mildred Braun; son, Henry Braun; grandchildren, Dana, Mike, Kyle, Michael, Richard, Robert, and Rhianna; great grandchildren, Kristopher, Taylor ,Nicholas and Angel; and sisters, Eva, Evelyn and Marie. A Memorial Service will be held 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Anna Rose Braun. The Braun family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va. |
A funeral service for Mr. Cory Tucker, 21 years old, of 2011 S. Whitehill Drive, Petersburg, who departed this life Friday, Aug. 27, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Faith and Hope Temple Church of God in Christ, 1800 E. Washington St., Petersburg; Dr. Shirl Saunders officiating. The interment will be in Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery, Petersburg. The family will assemble at the residence one hour prior to the service., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
Daniel S. Fabio Sept. 3, 1974 - July 23, 2000 Eternally part of everything that is sunlit and loving, light and good; Your spirit smiling with every hug, your beauty untouched by time; Riding the wind, yet always in our hearts, you are loved beyond man's imaginings, our love remaining forever undiminished. We do love you so. Mom, Dad, Michael |
David E. Brown David E. Brown, age 58, of Warrenton, Virginia passed August 29, 2010 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton., He worked for many years for Bo-Bud Construction. He also served as a Deacon at the Rising Zion Baptist Church in Jeffersonton. He is survived by his devoted wife, Patricia A. Brown of Warrenton; one son, Actwood Brown of Warrenton; one sister, Rita Street of Michells; two brothers: William Lee Brown of Rapidan and George H. Brown of Front Royal; his mother, Ethel Lee Brown of Culpeper and one grandchild, Javon Brown of Warrenton., The family will receive friends Saturday, September 4, 2010, from 12 Noon until 1 p.m. servicetime at Rising Zion Baptist Church, 18168 Springs Road, Jeffersonton. Rev. Richard E. Garner, Pastor, will deliver the eulogy. Interment will be in the Rowe Family Cemetery in Warrenton. Arrangements by Joynes Funeral Home, Inc., Warrenton. On line condolences may be posted at |
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Cathleen C. Davis CHESAPEAKE - Cathleen Cordon Davis, 89, went to be with the Lord Sept. 2, 2010 in Chesapeake. Born Nov. 1, 1920 ..... |
GIBSON, Deborah Parham August 31, 1951 - 2010 Happy Birthday, The Family |
Della Mary Harris, 57, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010. A Funeral Service 1 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Mt. Hebron Church of Christ, Boones Mill. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home. |
CUNNINGHAM, Donald A. Sr., DC, born December 6, 1939, passed away at his home in Southern Shores, N.C. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Josephine Mesner Cunningham and Paul Cunningham; a brother, Gerald Cunningham, all of Akron, Ohio. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marie Snipes Cunningham; one son, Alan Cunningham and wife, Sami Jo, of Point Harbor, N.C.; two daughters, Julia Cunningham Alley of Southern Shores and Elizabeth Cunningham Epps of Kitty Hawk, N.C.; two grandsons, Joshua Keith Adcox and Jamey Alan Adcox of Kitty Hawk, N.C.; one great-granddaughter, Hayley Renee Adcox of King, N.C.; one brother, Harold Cunningham of Marble Head Ohio; three sisters, Jean Fawley, June Hall and Joann Bray, all of the Akron, Ohio area; one sister-in-law, Elizabeth Snipes Keyes of Richmond, Va.; two brothers-in-law, Robert Roy Snipes Jr. and David Clyde Snipes of Ashland, Va.; and many nieces and nephews. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online register at gallopfuneralservices.com. |
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Mrs. Dorothy Walker Waller, 93, died on Tuesday, September 1, 2010, at Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation., She was born in Crozet, Virginia, on May 31, 1917, the daughter of the late, William F. Walker Sr. and Mary Brown Walker. She was the widow of Alexander Waller Sr. who also preceded her in death on November 20, 2001., She received her formal education in the Albemarle County Schools. She was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and served as past president of the usher ministry and senior choir, she was a member of the missionary circle, and the Deacon and Deaconess Council of the Charlottesville Albemarle and vicinity., She leaves to cherish her memory three sons, Alexander Waller Jr. and his wife, Joan, James M. Waller, and William "Tom" Waller; one daughter, Dorothy Jeannette Armstead and her husband, John; a brother, the Reverend Albert G. Walker; two sisters, Mrs. Frances W. Hill and Mrs. Ruth W. Brown; 16 grandchildren, and many great and great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law; one brother- in-law; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, September 6, 2010, at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Tracie Daniels Ph.D. officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery., A special thanks to the Hospice of the Piedmont and to the Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation for all their special care, treatment, love and compassion toward Mrs. Waller., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund., J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Dot Clarence "D.C." Pratt FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. Mr. Dot Clarence "D.C." Pratt, 77, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010. Mr. Pratt was preceded in death by his parents, Hattie Walden Pratt and Henry Oliver Pratt; sisters, Ann Eyestone, Betty Hale and Jean Leazer; brothers, Barry Pratt, C.A. Pratt. He is survived by his wife, Pat Pratt; daughters, Jackie Pratt and Samantha Pratt, both of Fayetteville; brother, H.C. Pratt of Rosedale, Va.; sisters, Geraldine McNiel of Marion, Va., Peggy (Tom) McGee of Duluth and Marion Pratt of Bristol Tennessee; several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held on Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Inman United Methodist Church with Rev. Bob Kerr and Rev. Royeese Stowe officiating. Mr. Pratt will be at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Inman UMC Cemetery. For those desiring, please make donations to the Inman UMC Roof Fund, 151 Hills Bridge Road, Fayetteville, GA 30215. Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Fayetteville, |
Earl Johnson Holdsworth, 78, of Disputanta, passed away Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center., He was the son of the late Rudolph Johnson and Sarah Agnes Arwood Holdsworth. He was a U.S., veteran and a member of the Disputanta Ruritan Club. He was preceded in death by his brother, Wade Holdsworth., He is survived by his wife, Anna Mae Holdsworth; five children, Tommy Holdsworth (Linda), Robin Pollock (David), Barbara Stewart (Mike), Bobby Holdsworth (Annie) and Jody Benson; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Walter Holdsworth (Jean) and David Lee Holdsworth (Estelle); one sister-in-law, Sandy Holdsworth; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members., The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Disputanta Ruritan Club, P.O. Box 157, Disputanta, VA 23842. Condolences may be registered at |
In Loving Memory of Ed HARRIS Five years ago today you passed away., You came into me life, and stayed for a while, You left footprints on my heart and I was never the same., Lieven |
HAMPTON - Edith I. (Brubaker) Leeman, 90, entered into eternal rest and peace on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010. |
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FINDLEY, Ernest Alonzo Sr., 84, of Viewtown, Va., died at home Monday, August 30, 2010. He was born on February 21, 1926, in Elbert, W.Va., a son of the late Nina and John Findley. Ernest was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Thompson Findley; daughter, Susan Carlene Findley; and four brothers, W.P., James, Charles and Denver Findley. Ernest served his country during WWII with the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Bunkerhill Aircraft Carrier, and received the Presidential Unit Citation and 11 Silver Stars. He had worked for U.S. Steel for 20 years as a coal miner and mine rescuer. Ernest retired from the CIA as a Logistics Officer. Ernest is survived by his two sons, John Allen Findley of Rixeyville and Ernest "Butch" A. Findley Jr. of Viewtown; two sisters, Hilda Warner of Manassas Park, Va,, Irene Sadak of Fontana, Calif.; and brother, Emory Findley of Warrenton, Va.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 3, 2010, at Stonewall Memory Gardens, Manassas, Va. at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Amissville Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 147, Amissville, Va. 20106, or the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League, P.O. Box 428, Washington, Virginia 22747. |
In Memory of my Loving Mother Ethel "Big Ma" Cooper Happy Birthday Mom. You will never be forgotten. For though we are apart, You are always and forever alive with my heart. Hugs and kisses. Daughter, Bit |
Etta Rosenbaum Cassell, 97, of Wytheville, Va., passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Edgar and Carrie Vaughn Rosenbaum. She was a member of Marvin United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Ray Cassell; and half brother, Claude P. Umberger. She is survived by her daughters and sons-inlaw, Amy and R.B. Sutherland, of Wytheville, and Deloris and Tom Wagner, of St. Louis, Mich.; sons and daughters-inlaw, Alvin and Monterey Cassell, of Wytheville, Rodney and Janet Cassell, of Austinville, and Dennis and LeJeanne Cassell, of Wytheville; 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service will be held 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, in the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel conducted by the Rev. Cindy Privette with the interment in the East End Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Grubb Funeral Home on Friday, September 3, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. or at the home of the children at anytime. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Max Meadows Fire Department, P.O. Box 434, Max Meadows, Va. 24360 or to the Marvin United Methodist Church, 646 Crawfish Road, Rural Retreat, Va. 24368 or to the charity of your choice. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
FOOTE, Evelyn, born October 25, 1927, departed this life August 30, 2010. She was preceded in death by her father, Charlie Clark; and her mother, Madeline Mayo. She is survived by seven children, Antionett Byrdsong, Yvonne Cottman, Lavern Holloway Rahman, Frank Briley, Edward Briley, Michael Holloway and Clarence Holloway; sister, Jean Austin; brothers, Amos and Thomas Austin; aunt, Dorothy Brown; a host of grand and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 4, 10 a.m., at Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets. Rev. Ron. C. Taylor officiating. |
Farrell L. Adams, 60, of Goodview, Va., passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, September 3, 2010, at the Lotz Salem Chapel. |
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Sep 3, 2010 A funeral for Frances Becker Walton, 74, of Martinsville, who died Aug. 29, 2010, was held Thursday at Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Eric F. Hairston officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Claude Becker III, Lewis Manns, Bryce Turner, David Jones Jr., James Walton Jr. and Jesse Turner. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements. |
Freddie Lee Crockett, 67, of Salem, Va., passed away suddenly on August 31, 2010, at his home in Bedford, Va., with his wife, Gwen, by his side. Freddie was born May 29, 1943, to Edgar Lee Crockett and Emaline Grubb Crockett Cawley. His career consisted of working for the Salem Fire Department, Salem Police Department as an officer and detective, Roanoke County Sheriff's office as a detective, and Veteran's Administration in security. He also served in the, . In his retirement, he loved the game of golf, especially the day he made two holes in one! Freddie became a cowboy, put on boots and a hat, and shared the love of horses with his wife. He had a way with animals and will be missed by Ellie and Ebony their horses. His sense of humor, wit, and laughter will be missed by everyone who knew him. Our world became a little sadder today. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Gwen Crockett; sisters, Judith Sanborn and husband, Roger, and Jeanie Minton and husband, Ron; sisters-in-law, Beth Bell and husband, Calvin, and Vicki Lee and husband, Gene; brother-in-law, Ethan Dogan; children, Brian Crockett and wife, Lisa, Lee Crockett, and Kelly Rowe; stepchildren, Kevin Huffman, and Kristen Reimer and husband, Troy; grandchildren, Tyler Crockett, Alaina Crockett, Trinity Rowe, Amanda Crockett, and Morgan Steen; stepgrandchildren, Bryson Reimer, Megan White and husband, Carl, and Bailey Reimer; and stepgreatgrandchildren, Emory and Tyson White. He leaves behind other very special family members and friends. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 2, 2010, and Friday, September 3 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home in Salem to celebrate his life. There will be a private service on Saturday for the scattering of the ashes. Condolences to the family may be made at |
ELLIS, Gayle McClymont, 68, of Richmond, Virginia, died peacefully on September 1, 2010. She was born on August 4, 1942, in Richmond, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Claiborne and Margaret G. Ellis; and her sister, Marsha E. Palumbo. She is survived by her brother-in-law, David L. Palumbo; her nieces, Stephanie P. Hoag and her husband, Douglas P. Hoag and Tammy P. DeFazio and her husband, David G. DeFazio. Her four grandnieces and grandnephews, Clara, Mitchell, Nathaniel and Megan, will cherish the memory of their Aunt Gayle. Gayle taught fourth grade at Gill School and in the Hanover County School System. The last seven years Gayle enjoyed her job as a receptionist at Bennett Funeral Home. The family will receive family and friends from 2 to 4 and from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, September 4, at Bennett Funeral Home, Chesterfield Chapel, 14301 Ashbrook Parkway. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 5, at the same location. Interment follows at Dale Memorial Park. |
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William T. Gray Jr. CHESAPEAKE - William Thomas Gray Jr., 61, of the 1700 block of Woodmill St., passed away Aug. 30, 2010 in ..... |
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Harry L. Hurt Sr. Deacon Harry L. Hurt Sr., of 3000 Birchwood Ct., #120, Lynchburg, formerly of Big Island, departed this life Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Guggenheimer Rehabilitation Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Hurt and Susie White Hurt; two sisters; five brothers; Alfonso Mosby Hurt and a son, MSGT Harry L. Hurt Jr. He leaves to mourn two daughters, Shirley Hurt Parker, of Amherst, and Linda Hurt Winfield, of Winston-Salem, N.C.; one daughter-in-law, Teresa Hurt, of Ithaca, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Cynthia Parker Hood (Alvin), of Madison Heights, SSGT Terrence A. Hurt (Michelle), of Hawaii, Dana L. Hurt and Dianne Hurt Shrieves (William), both of Ithaca, N.Y.; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010, at Community Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Forest Hill Cemetery. The family is recieving friends one hour prior to the service at the chapel. The cortege will assemble at the funeral home. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral @aol.com. Community Funeral Home is directing. |
HAYES - HEIDI 9/2/59 - 2/13/09 In loving memory of my beautiful, precious Heidi on her 51st birthday. Your beautiful smile, your kindness, your unconditional love will never part from my pained-shattered heart. I miss you. Forever loving you. Joe Ryan |
HAMPTON - Mrs. Henrietta Barrett was called home on Aug. 30, 2010. |
Herbert M. Woods TROUTDALE, Va. Herbert M. Wood, age 77, passed away on Sept. 1, 2010, in the Grayson Nursing and Rehab in Independence, Va. Mr. Wood was a retired employee of the Bethlehem Steel Corporation. Survivors: his wife, Edna "Sally" Wood; two grandchildren. Funeral services for Herbert Wood will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at the D.R. Henderson Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Mount Rose Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to |
WINDSOR - Holly Georgette Aycock, 54, passed away Monday, Aug. 30, 2010. |
Howard Gordon Jones, 92, of Galax, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Funeral Service will be held at noon on Friday, September 3, 2010, at the Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va. |
Hugh Bradley Dornan, 39, took flight from this life on Friday, June 18, 2010, at his home in Darwin, California. A beloved teacher and student of Classics at the University of Virginia, Hugh possessed a great passion for life, was loved by many, and will be deeply missed. A memorial celebration in honor of Hugh's life will be held at 239 Stribling Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903 on Hugh's 40th birthday, Thursday, September 9, 2010. RSVP at 434-284-3208, hbdmemorial@gmail.com, or via the Hugh Dornan Memorial Celebration Facebook page. |
God called Iris Jeanette Wills Johnson, 65, of Narrows, Va., to her heavenly home on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Jeanette was born in Rich Creek, Va., on November 9, 1944, and was the youngest daughter of Dalton Iris Wills and Wanda Tiller Wills. In addition to her father and mother, she was preceded in death by her sister, Betsy Wills Proudfoot, in 2009. Jeanette is a graduate of Narrows High School and was a life long resident of Giles County. She was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Narrows where she served in the choir and Christian Women's Fellowship., Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 49 years, Harless Benton (Benny) Johnson Jr., of the home. She is survived by her two devoted sons and their wives, Michael Wade Johnson and Donna, of Stuarts Draft, Va., and Harless Benton (Ben) Johnson III and Kristie, of White Gate, Va. The focus of Jeanette's attention and love has been on her grandchildren for many years. For them she leaves their hearts filled with loving memories, and a sense of belonging to a wonderful supportive family. She will forever enrich their lives. Her grandchildren are, Erin Beth Johnson, Kamron Leigh Johnson, Sierra Danielle Johnson and Ryan Benton Johnson. Their fondest memories are those of spending endless hours playing board games with their grandmother and family gatherings at the hunting cabin in White Gate, Va., Mourning her loss is her sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy "Dot" Hayes and Jerry "Joe" Hayes, of Roanoke, Va.; a brother-in-law, Ronald Proudfoot, of Ravenswood, W.Va.; a nephew, Randy Hayes; nieces, Melinda Hayes-Ramsey, Julie Griffith, Rhonda Bennett, Rebecca McCoy and Lela Proudfoot; and special friends, Roger and Betty Jo Browning, of Narrows., The family wishes to extend deepest gratitude to the compassionate care provided by Dr. Michael McMahon, as well as Carilion Clinic Hospice and to countless friends and neighbors for their emotional support., Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 5, 2010, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Narrows with the Rev. Chris Brown and the Rev. Dennis Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Narrows. The family will receive friends at Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows on Saturday, September 4, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m., The family requests that those sending memorial contributions, please consider the Giles County, to benefit the, or to First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), P.O. Box 441, Narrows, Va. 24124. Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows is serving the Johnson family. Online condolence messages to the family can be sent to |
YORKTOWN - Jackie Dean McNett died suddenly on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010. |
James Arthur Davis (Buddie) 202 S. South St., Petersburg, departed this life Monday evening, Aug. 30, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg., He was born May 13, 1932, to the late Rev. Joe Nathan and Nancy Williams Davis of North Carolina. He was a member of Unity Baptist Church where he served as a trustee. He worked at Central State Hospital many years before working at Allied Chemical (Honeywell). He was also a cab driver for Boulevard Cab. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Mary Virginia Davis; a son Fred Davis; three brothers, John, Wallace and Wilson Davis; and a sister, Josephine Davis; a niece, Diane Garner., Surviving are: an adopted son and nephew, William Garner of Petersburg; a grandson, Keith Davis; a daughter-in-law, Vivian Davis; a brother, Marion Davis of Boston; two sisters, Louverdis Garner of Petersburg and Bettie Mae Motley of Pleasant Hill, N.C.; an aunt Mittie Shoulders of Rich Square, N.C.; several nieces, nephews, cousins, among them very devoted Naomi Pair, and Sharon Davis Marshall, Jacqueline Diggs, and Franchester Blowe and Melvin and Ricky Garner; a brother-in-law, Johnell Crocker of Durham, N.C.; and other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7, at Unity Baptist Church, Petersburg. Dr. A.L. Toney, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
Mr. James Arrington, 62, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2010. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 540-345-9100. |
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James A. "Jim" Mowles Services for James A. "Jim" Mowles will be Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Memories Mausoleum located in Forest Hills Memory Gardens, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, VA, with Shea Schrader, pastor of Harman Memorial Baptist Church, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family of Jim Mowles requests that memorial contributions be made to Harman Memorial Baptist Church, P.O. Box 320, Maxie, VA 24628. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
James "Buzz" Robinson BRISTOL, Tenn. James "Buzz" Robinson, age 58, passed away Wed nesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born May 10, 1952, in Wytheville, Va. He was an avid golfer, bowler and always enjoyed sports. He was preceded in death by his mother, Trula Faye Robinson; and his step-mother, Nancy Robinson. Survivors include: father, James Robinson; brother, Jerry Robinson; stepbrother, Jerry Ogle; son, Travis Robinson. Funeral service will be held Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at 6 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bobby Branch officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. The burial will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Edwards, Joey Graybeal, Alton Spivey, Robert "Bud" Wright, Brad Hutton and Calvin Brown. Online condolences may be registered at |
Mr. James T. Goad, 49, of Union Hall, Va., died on Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Funeral Service 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 5, 2010, at Stanfield Mortuary Chapel, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-2902. |
Jean McNutt Martin Glasgow, M.D., 98, of Roanoke, Va., died on Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Dr. Glasgow was born on October 14, 1911, at "Airy Mount," a large brick home in Augusta County, Va., built in the early 1800's by her grandfather, Captain James J. Martin, on a portion of the Borden Grant. After graduation from Middlebrook High School she attended Harrisonburg State Teachers College (now James Madison University) for two years. In order to obtain requirements for pre-med she transferred to the College of William and Mary. She was graduated in 1932 with a B.S. degree and a double major in chemistry and biology., Dr. Glasgow entered the University of Virginia Medical School in the fall of 1932. She was graduated with an M.D. degree in 1936. Her grandfather, William Morton McNutt, had graduated from the University of Virginia in Medicine in 1856. She often remarked that she "was the granddaughter of a physician as well as the grandmother of a physician." Her granddaughter, Dr. Catherine Ferguson, was graduated from the Medical College of Virginia in 1991., Dr. Glasgow served her medical internship in Park View Hospital, Rocky Mount, N.C., 1936 to 1937. She began a pediatric internship at Duke Hospital in 1937 to 1938. While at Duke she had a training period in Baltimore, Md., at Sydenham Hospital, the city hospital for communicable disease. She continued pediatric training at Bellevue Hospital, New York, N.Y., from 1938 to January of 1939., In January of 1939 she became the resident physician at Farmville State Teacher's College (now Longwood University), Farmville, Va. She remained there for 18 months. This was the same institution where her mother, Jean McNutt, received her teacher's certificate years earlier when it was the Farmville Female Seminary., In July 1940 she became the resident physician on the East Campus of Duke University (then the Women's College) in Durham, N.C. She was also an assistant resident in pediatrics. She served the two roles halftime each., On May 30, 1941, she and Ralph A. Glasgow, Roanoke attorney, were married at New Providence Presbyterian Church in Rockbridge County, Va. They were divorced in 1963, neither remarried. Ralph A. Glasgow died in 1982., Dr. Glasgow began a private practice in pediatrics in Roanoke, Va., from 1942 to 1948. After 1948 her medical career shifted to psychiatry. The University of Virginia and Duke Medical Schools offered a residence in psychiatry. She entered the latter program, attending from 1948 to 1952., Dr. Glasgow was then on the staff of the Salem Veterans Administration Hospital from 1952 to 1972 except for special leaves of absence. Post, veterans were being treated at the Salem Veterans Administration Hospital, one of the largest psychiatric hospitals in the V.A. system., In 1964 to 1965 she served as Director of the Mountain Empire Clinic and was also on the staff of St. Albans Hospital in Radford, Va., dividing her time equally between the two positions. A year later she was a consultant of the staff of the Guidance Center in Roanoke, Va., Partly because of leaves of absence from the positions mentioned, and partly because of "moonlighting," Dr. Glasgow was able to extend her services to various other areas during 1962 to 1976. She served as consultant psychiatrist in state mental health clinics in Virginia as well as West Virginia. She was the psychiatrist and helped organize the Greenbrier Valley Mental Health Clinic in Lewisburg, W.Va. She served in mental health clinics in Princeton, Hinton, Union, and Lewisburg, W.Va.; and in Radford, Roanoke, and Clifton Forge, Va., Dr. Glasgow was a member of the Advisory Board of the Juvenile Court in Roanoke, Va., in 1968. She held memberships in the Roanoke Academy of Medicine, the Southern Medical Association (life member), the American Medical Association, and the American Psychiatric Society. She was a member of the Thomas Jefferson Society at the University of Virginia and held a lifetime membership in the UVA Alumni Association. She was also a member of the UVA Medical School Alumni Association, and was her medical school class (1936) representative for a period of 10 years. She was a member of the UVA Medical Alumni School Cornerstone Society. In 2008 she became a member of the UVA Compass Rose Society for her outstanding leadership and direction to the University Health System., Dr. Glasgow contributed articles to various pediatric journals. She was listed in Who's Who of American Women, 7th Edition, 1972 to 1973. She retired from the V.A. Hospital staff in Salem, Va., in 1972, and from all professional work in January, 1976; ending a 40-year span of medical services. For several years after that she was a member of the Hospice at the Roanoke Memorial Hospital., After the death of her grandson, Robert Bruce Robertson, in 1981, she became interested in the grief work of Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. She contributed funds to establish a workshop at the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross (EKR) Center in Head Waters, Va., in memory of her grandson. She attended a number of Dr. Kubler-Ross's workshops on grief, and paid for several family members to attend. She also was a volunteer at Roanoke Hospice., It was during this period that Dr. Glasgow became very interested in making stained glass. While at the EKR workshops she made over 100 stained glass butterflies to be given to participants. She was a talented stained glass worker and made several lovely large pieces for family and friends. She continued with this interest until she moved to Brandon Oaks where she no longer had facilities for working with stained glass. Dr. Glasgow has lived at Brandon Oaks in Roanoke since the spring of 1994., Her parents, six brothers and two sisters and their spouses, several nieces and nephews, as well as her grandson, Robert Bruce Robertson, and her son-in-law, Eric Miller, predeceased her., Her four children and their families survive her. They include, Allen Martin Glasgow, M.D., and his wife, Jody, of Winchester, Va.; and their son, William Newton Glasgow, and wife, Carrie, and their two daughters, Abigail McDowell Glasgow and Emma Ralston Glasgow, and their son, Thomas Martin Glasgow, of Nokesville, Va., Jean Venable Glasgow Robertson and her husband, Robert (Bob) Hundley Robertson, of Roanoke, Va.; their daughter, Professor Jean (Kelly) Venable Goode, Pharm. D. and her husband, William, and their daughter, Ann-Robert Venable Goode, of Richmond, Va.; and a foster son, Kham Say Sayyassene, of Lowell, Mass., Margaret McDowell Glasgow Miller, of Augusta, Ga.; her son, Robert Scott Ferguson, of Virginia Beach, Va.; and her daughter, Catherine Lowrie Ferguson, M.D., of Augusta, Ga., Lowrie Ralston Glasgow, M.D. and wife, Margaret Rogstad Glasgow, Ph.D. of Greenville, S.C.; their daughter, Heather Rogers Brooker, and her daughter, Margaret (Maggie) Emily Brooker, and son, John (Jack) Andrew Brooker, of Greenville, S.C.; their son, Andrew McDowell Glasgow and his wife, Kara, and their daughter, Isabelle Marie-Ann Glasgow, of Glen Allen, Va.; and their son, Samuel Lowrie Glasgow, of Charlottesville, Va., She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews, Samuel Martin, of Cape Cod, Mass, Anne Harper, of Springfield, Va., Lowrie (Bud) Martin, of Fairfield, Va., Norman Kirby, of Roanoke, Va., Jean Brice, of Dayton, Ohio, Louise Sterrett, of Raphine, Va., and Carolyn Pribble, of Richmond, Va. She is also survived by numerous great-nieces and nephews; and one special great-niece, Jean Gates Fowlkes, of Burkeville, Va., Also, her devoted caregiver, Maxine Marshall, survive her and helped care for her beloved dog, Missie., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a memorial may be sent to the Jean Mc |
HILL, Mrs. Jessie J., age 91, of Amelia, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at St. Francis Medical Center. She is survived by devoted daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and John King Jr.; granddaughters, Tamara K. Williams and Adrienne King; great-granddaughters, Amiyah King and Arianna James; devoted nephew, Junius C. Johnson III; a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services Saturday, September 4 at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Rev. John King, eulogist. Viewing, Friday (today), 12 noon to 7 p.m. V.Y. Scott Funeral Home, Hwy. 360, Amelia, in charge of services. |
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Alice Massenburg of Nashville, N.C.; his daughter, Lois Gene Massenburg; son, Alvin Massenburg; and his brothers, Therman Massenburg Sr., and James Arthur Massenburg. |
John J. Daly, John J. Daly "Jack", 86, resident of Our Lady of Peace in Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 2, 2010., He was born in Hudson, New York, on July 13, 1924, to the late John and Rose Daly., He was preceded in death by his wife, Connie Daly of 49 years., Jack served in World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946, with a Purple Heart, Silver Star, Good Conduct Medal, Eame Service Medal and World War II Victory Medal., He graduated from St. Michael's College in 1950 and was inducted into the St. Michael's College Hall of Fame for football. He was affectionately known as "Jack Rabbit" for his speed., Jack married August 1950, and had seven children, two sons, John P. Daly and Patrick M. Daly, both of Ft. Pierce, Florida; five daughters, Deborah A. Angel and her husband, Leigh, of Tappahannock, Virginia, Colleen Benoit and her husband, Al, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, Denise Mann and her husband, Marc, of Clifton, Virginia, Carol Cook and her husband, Rocky, of Lyndhurst, Virginia, and Lesley Daly of Waynesboro, Virginia; one sister, Vera Dominik of Greensboro, North Carolina; 17 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces., Jack was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing Bingo, cards, and loved being with family., Inurnment will be private in Arlington National Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the, , 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 306, Charlottesville, VA 22901, or the charity of choice., Those wishing to share their memories online with the family may do so at, McDow Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. |
John was a gentle spirit and many have benefited from his generosity. He was a consummate athlete and pursued many sports related activities during his lifetime including baseball, football, track and field, bowling, boxing and scuba diving. He also played for The Mobile Black Bears of the Negro Baseball League in the 1950s. |
John Stuart Dodson Sr. John Stuart Dodson Sr., 60, of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010. Born May 24, 1950, in Lynchburg, he was a son of the late Ruby Roach Dodson and Robert Mays Dodson Sr. John is survived by his wife of 27 years, Rhonda Tyree Dodson; his children, Teresa Erickson and her husband, Chris, of Round Hill, John Dodson Jr. and his fianc‚ Lauren Proffitt, of Lynchburg, Colt Dodson, of Lynchburg, and Heather Dodson, of Lynchburg; three grandchildren, Adrianna Erickson, Ethan Erickson and Emily Dodson; a sister, Donna Pallotti, of Amherst; and a lifelong friend, Jack Meeks. John was a loving husband, an awesome father and grandfather. He loved to play music and could be counted on to always have a smile on his face. He always had a positive outlook on life because his belief was strong. He knew where he was going and was ready to go. John's favorite pastime was texting with Jack. He will be missed. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at Eastbrook Baptist Church, Lynchburg. A funeral service will follow at 5 p.m., with the Rev. Charlie Spencer, Pastor Curtis Walkup and the Rev. Henry Dodson officiating. Interment will follow in Dodson Family Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to Centra Health Hospice of the Hills, 3300 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA 24503. The family would like to thank Dr. Christopher Mawn and his staff, Lauren Proffitt and Heather Jordan. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharp funeralhome.com. |
Jonnie Leebell Blackwell BRISTOL Jonnie Leebell Blackwell, 67, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Greystone Healthcare of Gray, Tenn. A private committal service was held Sept. 2, 2010, at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. For more information please call 423-323-5167 or to post online condolences visit |
A Homegoing Celebration will be held noon Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at First Gravel Hill Baptist Church, 5230 Old Stage Hwy., Smithfield, VA 23430, with Dr. G. G. Campbell Jr., Interim Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery. Viewing and visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, at the church. |
HODGSON, Joyce Nicholls Eubank, of Clearwater, Fla., formerly of Hopewell, died August 29, 2010. A funeral service will be held Friday, September 3, 2010, at 1 p.m., in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Interment will be in Bermuda Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. |
Juanita Woodford Fallen Juanita "Nan" Fallen, beloved mother and grandmother, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010. She passed peacefully at her home with her family surrounding her. She was born Aug. 30, 1921, in Lynchburg, the daughter of the late Hubert C. and Blanche W. Woodford. Mrs. Fallen dedicated her life to the care of her family and enjoyed spending time gardening, sewing and attending her circle group activities at Heritage United Methodist Church, where she was a longtime member. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Walter P. Fallen, and her son, Ronald W. Frye. Mrs.Fallen was also preceded in death by her first husband, Roy L. Frye. She leaves with loving memories one devoted daughter, Beverly F. Mann, and her husband, Larry. Mrs. Fallen cherished the time spent with her granddaughters, Tammy M. Parlier; Wendy M. Snow and her husband, Jeffrey; and Tracy F. Pappalardo and her husband, Russell. She was loved by her great-grandchildren, including David W. Parlier, Jacob H. Snow, Matthew P. Parlier, Katherine G. Snow, Michael C. Parlier and Anthony J. Pappalardo. In addition, a host of extended family members and friends join in the celebration of her life. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Heritage United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Riley Smith and the Rev. Louis Beckwith officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 3, 2010, at Tharp Funeral Home as well as other times at Mrs. Fallen's residence in Forest. Interment will be at Fort Hill Memorial Park. The family would like to thank Dr. Richard Stowers and his staff for providing loving, compassionate care to Mrs. Fallen for many years. We would also like to offer our sincere gratitude to the staff of Centra Hospice for their devotion to our family during the past few weeks. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Heritage United Methodist Church, 582 Leesville Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502, or Backpacks For Kids Sake at Gleaning For The World, P.O. Box 645, Concord, VA 24538. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharp funeralhome.com. |
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Lela Mae Mason Woodby BRISTOL, Va. Lela Mae Mason Woodby, 91, went to be with her Lord on Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, from Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born in Piney Flats, Tenn., on Jan. 24, 1919, a daughter of the late Amos Jessee and Anna Bell Canter Mason. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Stanley Woodby; daughter, Lou Ella Price; sisters, Anna Lee Mason and Mary Hunt; and brothers, Avery Mason and Jim Mason. She was a resident of Bristol Virginia for 65 years and retired from the Bristol Virginia Public School system, where she was employed in the cafeteria for 42 years. She enjoyed needle working. Mrs. Woodby was a member of New Bethel Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Woodby of Bristol Virginia; son, Eugene Woodby and wife Janet of El Dorado, Ark.; three grandchildren, Jennifer Woodard of Bristol Tennessee, Stan Woodby of Dallas, Texas, and Lisa Napolitano of Aurora, Ill.; four great-grandchildren; brother, Jay Mason of Wilkesboro, N.C.; sister, Stella Morse of Piney Flats; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 10 until 10:45 Saturday morning, Sept. 4, 2010, at Blevins Funeral and Cremation Services. The funeral service will follow at 11 with the Rev. Clarence Dishman officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the great grandsons and nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be Stan Woodby and Tony Napolitano. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that memorial contributions be sent to New Bethel Presbyterian Church, 592 New Bethel Road, Piney Flats, TN 37686. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting |
Livian Throckmorton Layne Livian Throckmorton Layne, 79, of Twin Oak Terrace, Rustburg, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at her home. She was the wife of the late Clinton Layne. Mrs. Layne was born in Halifax County on Jan. 10, 1931, a daughter of the late Herbert Henry Throckmorton and Evelyn Saunders Throckmorton. She was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church and a retired employee of Allen-Morrison Sign Co. She is survived by one son, Michael E. Layne (Lynn), of Lynchburg; one daughter, Judith B. Mann, of Rustburg; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; four brothers; and three sisters. She was preceded in death by a son, Charles Mark Layne, and a brother. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Cloverbottom Baptist Church by the Rev. Carlton Duck. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at Henderson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Brookneal, and at the residence of her daughter, Judith Mann, Twin Oakes Terrace, Rustburg, other times. |
Lorraine Condon, 67, of Lake Monticello, passed away with her beloved husband by her side on Tuesday, August 31, 2010., She was born on December 24, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Maurice J. and Casimere (Ostrowski) Harrington., She is survived by her husband of nearly 41 years, John T. Condon; her son, Michael Condon of Brooklyn, New York; her son, William Condon and his wife, Angela, of Columbus, Ohio; her daughter, Nancy Belmont and her husband, Major Paul N. Belmont III of West Point, New York; and five beloved grandchildren., A gathering of friends will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Palmyra, Virginia, immediately preceding the Memorial Mass at 11 a.m. |
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JONES, Lucille J., went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 27, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Haywood P. Jones; a sister, Helen Stokes; several sisters and brothers-in-law, Kenneth, Clyde Sr., Gladys and Thelma. She is survived by her sisters-in-law and caretakers, Helen J. Jackson, Deacon Elsie J. Mitchell and Louise S. Jones; a brother-in-law, Bernard L. Jones Sr. (Lozalia); a cousin, Leon Christian; and many devoted nieces and nephews, Carl Pollard (Jean), Jerome Jackson (Emma), RoseMarie Keith (Christopher), Arneathia Samuels, Cheryl Jones, Nicole Keith, Deborah Samuels, Andre Mitchell and Jeremy Jones. Mrs. Jones is survived by other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Lucille Jones was known to many people as an extraordinary saleslady at Berry Burke, where she worked until retirement in the '80s. She continued in sales at Thalhimers and Franco's. Mrs. Jones was also an active member of the The Bellwood Retiree Organization and East End Chapter #79 O. E. S. PHA. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Avenue. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 4, 11 a.m. at The Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 3200 E. Broad Street. Dr. Stephen A.G. Howard, pastor. Rev. David T. Frazier officiating. Dr. E.D. McCreary Jr., eulogist. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service. |
The viewing will begin at noon Friday at Cooke Bros. Funeral Home Chapel, 1601 27th Street, Newport News, Va., followed by a wake service from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday evening. On Saturday, the viewing will begin at noon followed by the funeral services at 1 p.m. on Sept. 4, at Mount Bethel Indian Baptist Church, Warrenton, Warren County, N.C. Interment will follow in Tilman-Lynch Family Cemetery, Warren County. Condolences may be sent to |
GARY, Magnolia Turner Nov. 28, 1928 - Aug. 28, 2009 Quietly we sit in silence, remembering you in our hearts. Each memory of you a treasure we hold near and dear to our hearts, now that we're apart. Our times are filled with longing to hear your voice, to feel your gentle touch, to see your smiling face and have you here with us, even if just for a little while longer. Forever in our hearts Love, Stephen Jr., Nicole, LaVondrea, Joshua and John |
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Marguerite Avis (Peggy) Hamilton, 82, of Vinton, Va., passed away on August 30, 2010. Friends are welcome to a gathering on Friday, September 3, 2010, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Family Choice Funerals & Cremations, 540-491-9994. |
Marie Lorraine Saul Gray, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. She was born on December 15, 1922, in Roanoke, Va., daughter of the late William Peyton and Daisy Irene Saul. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garland Madison Gray; infant daughter, Velma Lee Gray; son, Melvin Douglas Gray and his wife, Mary Imogene; brother, Vernon and his wife, Sue; brothers, Raymond and Roy; and sister, Phyllis Saul. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and retired from Community Hospital of Roanoke Valley. She is survived by her son, Garland Gray; daughters, Charlene Yeagley and husband, Bill, and Janice Gray and special friend, Tom Scarce; brother, Alvin Saul and wife, Billie Jean; and several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the staff of 3 West at Richfield Nursing Home for the care given to Mother for the past six years, and Amedisys Hospice Services for their care and assistance in the final days of Mother's life. Services will be conducted at noon on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Mike Manning officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 3, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. |
The Celebration of Martel's life will be held 1p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, at O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. A viewing will be held from 1 to 7p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, at the funeral home. The family will assemble by noon on Friday at 5 Saint Catherine Drive, Carrolton, Va., for the procession to the funeral service. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Mrs. Martha Jones, of 625 Carter St., Petersburg, died Wednesday evening at Chippenham Medical Center, Richmond. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
CRUTE, Mrs. Mary E., of Richmond, departed this life September 2, 2010. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice later. |
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Sherri Jo Maxfield HERTFORD -Sherri Jo Maxfield, 49, passed away Aug. 30, 2010. The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Sept. 3, ..... |
RALEIGH, N.C. - Mayme L. Brown departed this life on Aug. 28 2010, in Raleigh, N.C. |
Minnie Lou Baker, of Goldsboro, N.C., beloved mother and friend to all, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Duke University Hospital surrounded by her family. Minnie was born in Broadnax, Va., on September 16, 1938, to the late Willie and Annie Connor. She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Bill Baker; and four brothers, Walter, Bob, Cecil and Bill. Minnie is survived by her five children, Debbie Edwards, of Goldsboro, N.C., Donna Brunk and husband, Marlin, of Thaxton, Va., Diana Gagnon and husband, Brent, of Guyton, Ga., Pam Gulick, of Roanoke, Va., and Allen Baker, of Baltimore, Md. She is also survived by her four brothers, Mac, Dave, Wayne and Mike Connor; and her sister, Nancy Powers. She was also a proud and loving grandmother to 10 grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren. Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, in the chapel of Seymour Funeral Home with Jerry Mitchell officiating. The interment will follow at Wayne Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 3, 2010, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www. |
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Nelda L. Morton PORTSMOUTH - Nelda Lankford Morton, 83, died Sept. 1, 2010. A native of Franklin, she was preceded in death by her ..... |
Myrtle Waddell Durmon, of Pulaski, Va., departed this life on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Nierce Waddell and Margaret Alley Waddell Anderson. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, David Durmon; a grandson, David Thorpe Bishop; a brother, Jimmy Waddell; and a sister, Blanche Ratcliffe. She worked in various retail stores in Pulaski until her retirement in 1985. Many may remember her from "The Working Man's Store," McCroy's 5 & 10 Cents Store, Roses Department Store, Super Dollar Store and Dollar General Store. Surviving are her daughter, Tanya Cromer, of Dublin; brother-in-law, Neal Wirt, of Pulaski; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Grace and John Ritchie, of Lakeland, Fla.; special friend, Russell Bush, of Collinsville, Va.; and many nieces, nephews, friends and a very special surrogate family who helped care for her. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, from the Stevens Funeral Chapel. Entombment will follow in the Highland Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Dublin. Visiting will be held on Saturday at Stevens Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the service hour. The family will gather at her daughter's home, 5776 Wilderness Road, Dublin, at any other time. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va., 540-980-2600. |
CLACK, Navaeh Lenee "Heaven's Gift," passed away August 24, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory a devoted father and mother, Lloyd R. Clack and Ebony L. Jones; a brother, two sisters; grandparents, devoted, Deborah R. Massenburg, Lloyd R. Christian, Sandra L. Simpson and William B. Jones. She also leaves two uncles and two aunts, devoted, Quantisha R. Christian; and a host of other family and friends. A service will be held on Friday, September 3, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Brunson's Funeral Chapel, 100 East Federal Street. |
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WILLIAMSBURG - Infant Patrick Stewart Carey of Williamsburg passed away on Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010. |
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A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home with the Rev. Herman Cotton, officiating. |
HEZEL, Richard, 72, of Richmond, Va., passed away July 22, 2010. Born in St. Louis, Mo., Rick was a dedicated community servant for many years. He contributed numerous hours of volunteer services with several organizations including Meals on Wheels, the Massey Cancer Center and the Richmond Navy League. He is survived by his sons, Tim Hezel (Debbie) and Rick Hezel (Florrie); daughters, Patty Knaresboro (Danny) and Mardi Stephens (Bill); 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He will be greatly missed by his friends and family. A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Wednesday, September 8, at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Council Navy League, P.O. Box 11201, Richmond, Va. 23230. |
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Robert Baldrige McKinley Jr., 61, of Crozet, died peacefully while sleeping after courageously fighting cancer for almost three years on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Robert was a selfless man, devoted husband, and the best father anyone could ask for. He was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew him., He was born on October 8, 1948, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Robert B. and Mary Thorne Miller McKinley., Robert was a graduate of Lawrenceville School in Princeton, New Jersey and received his Master of Business Administration and his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia. He was a member of Batesville Ruritans and the Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Batesville, Virginia, and a building contractor., He is survived by his wife, Barbara Kirk McKinley of Crozet; three daughters, Bettie Gail McKinley of Charlottesville and Megan Tolbert McKinley and Emma Baldrige McKinley, both of Crozet, Virginia; one granddaughter, Ava Lyn Winter of Charlottesville; and one cousin, Mrs. Bryan Neff of Mansfield, Ohio., A special thank you goes out to friends and family who were present during his struggle and thank you all who tried to save him., A memorial service of communion and hymns will be held in Bob's honor at Holy Cross Church in Batesville, 5 p.m. Tuesday, September 7, 2010. |
Robert Logan Dingus Sr. CASTLEWOOD, Va. Robert Logan Dingus Sr., 70, died on Sept. 1, 2010, at his home. He was born in Scott County, Va., son of late Ernie and Liza Clark Dingus. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jackie Dingus and Buster Dingus; and one sister, Nadine Castle. He attended Castlerun Church, Castlewood. He was free hearted to family and friends. He is survived by two sons, Robert Logan Dingus Jr. and wife, Robin of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Richard Charles Dingus and wife, Jeannie of Castlewood; two daughters, Robin and Eva; two sisters, Maxie Counts of Bristol and Hazel Robinette of Lebanon; three brothers, Bobby L. Dingus of Bristol, Wayland Dingus of Oklahoma, and Bernard Dingus of Bristol; three grandchildren, Caitlin Dingus and Sadie Jane Dingus, both of Castlewood, and Mandy; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Robert Logan Dingus Sr. will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel, Castlewood, with Rev. John Byrd and Rev. Arville Dingus officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood. Online condolences may be sent to the Dingus family through our Web site and a video tribute may be viewed at |
Robert Lyle Chandler, 53, of Salem, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. He was born on December 14, 1956. He was preceded in death by his father, William Chandler; and his son, Shannon. He is survived by his mother, Rose Marie Smallwood; wife, Suzie Chandler; daughters, Stacy and husband, Josh, and Heather; sisters, Trisha and Bobbi; brother, Bill; grandchildren, Quenton, Cody and Harlee; mother and father-in-law, Mary and Paul Atkins; and many other special family and friends. Robert was employed with Lionberger Construction. His passion was his family and friends. The family wishes to thank all who have provided prayers, comfort, visits, cards and food. "Rob, we will miss you more than words can describe.", Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Jim Rivers officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 3, 2010, at Oakey's North Chapel & Crematory, 540-362-1237. |
A funeral service for Rosa M. Crockett, 88, of 10801 Old Stage Road, Prince George, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who departed this life Aug. 28, 2010, at the Hopewell Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Hopewell, will be held 1 p.m. today, Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at the Mount Hope Baptist Church, Prince George; the Rev. A. Carl Prince, pastor, and eulogy by the Rev. William N. Bland Jr. Interment will be in Mount Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will assemble noon at 7300 Mt. Hope Road., Funeral arrangement entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. Please send online condolences to |
Ruby Jewell Amos Daniel, 80, of Orange, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville., She was born on October 26, 1929, in Woodberry Forest, Virginia, the daughter of the late Clarence Edward and Irma Jarrell Amos and wife of the late Willis Booten Daniel. She was also preceded in death by a brother, George Edward Amos., Mrs. Daniel was a member of the Orange Baptist Church and Walker's United Methodist Church and a former employee of Ridgid Kollman in Orange., Survivors include a daughter, Jewell Daniel Kleman of Fairfax; a son, Edward Willis Daniel and his wife, Daniele, of Orange; grandchildren, Ryan Thomas Kleman and Emily Jewell Kleman, both of Fairfax and Benjamin Willis Daniel of Orange; a special niece, Irma Powell of Orange., A graveside funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, September 5, 2010, at the Graham Cemetery in Orange with the Reverend Rick Clore officiating., The family will receive friends at the Preddy Funeral Home in Orange, 250 West Main Street, from 2 until 3 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2010., Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Orange Baptist Church, P.O. Box 167, Orange, VA 22960. |
Rush E. Jackson Rush Eldridge Jackson, 91, of Wytheville died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010. Funeral service was held Wednesday, Sept. 1, at 11 a.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Revs. Gleasanna Dixon and Rick Lindamood officiating. Interment was in West End Cemetery. He was born Aug. 25, 1919, in Smyth County, son of the late Joseph Wise and Flora Akers Jackson. He was a member of Fort Chiswell United Methodist Church, Wytheville Masonic Lodge 82 A.F. & A.M. and the Mountaineer Bowling Senior Team. He was preceded in death by five sisters and brothers. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Lois Riggle Jackson of Wytheville; two sisters-in-law, Della Riggle and Iola Etter, both of Wytheville; a brother-in-law, Alvin Riggle of Wytheville; special friend, Karen Akers of Wytheville; several nieces and nephews; and faithful companion and friend, his dog Penny. Memorial donations may be made to the Fort Chiswell United Methodist Building Fund. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
Sondra Diane Byington BRISTOL, Va. Sondra Diane Harmon Byington, age 60, passed away on Sept. 2, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Byington was born in Bristol Virginia, a daughter to the late Dale and Mary Ellen Saddler Harmon. She worked as a lab analyst at Eastman for 34 years and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include: husband of 29 years, Lynn Byington; daughter, Keegan Renee Byington; sister, Phyllis Harmon Vance; and nephew, Aaron Kevin Vance. The family wishes to express a special thanks to Dr. Forrest Swan. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Brad Davis officiating. Committal service will be on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at The National Cemetery at Mountain Home, Tenn. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-3:45 p.m. prior to the service. Online condolences may be registered at |
ETHIRAJULU, Sakthi, 71, of Richmond, formerly of Tamilnadu, India, passed away August 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Meena Sakthi; his two sons, Baskar Sakthi and Nirmal Sakthi; and four grandchildren. |
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Maxine W. Shorts NORFOLK - Maxine W. Shorts, 76, of the 5600 block of Tidewater Drive, passed away Aug. 31, 2010. She was born ..... |
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Thomas Jackson "Jack" Cundiff Thomas Jackson "Jack" Cundiff, 78, of Bedford, died Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at Lewis-Gale Hospital. He was born in Huddleston on Aug. 31, 1932, a son of the late William Benjamin Cundiff and Lemon Thompson Cundiff. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by four brothers and three sisters. Jack was a member of Thaxton Baptist Church, Liberty Chapter 109 Order of the Eastern Star, Bedford Elks Lodge# 2844, Bedford Moose Lodge #1897, Bedford Gobbler Club, Charter President of Bedford Breakfast Lions Club, Past Master and Treasurer of Liberty Lodge # 95 AF & AM; Past District Deputy Grandmaster for the 24th Masonic District and other appending bodies, Vice President Bedford County Farm Bureau, Former President of the Virginia Sheriff Association and Former President of the Virginia Crime Clinic, member of Former Sheriffs of Virginia. Jack served as Sheriff of Bedford County from 1964 to 1974 and retired from Criminal Justice Services of Virginia. Jack was currently employed at Burch-Messier Funeral Home as a funeral assistant. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, June Ferguson Cundiff; a son, Thomas Jackson Cundiff Jr.; two grandchildren, Wyatt Jackson Cundiff and Sophia Martin Cundiff; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Thaxton Baptist Church Building Fund, 1067 Penicks Mill Road, Thaxton, VA 24174. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 3, 2010, at Thaxton Baptist Church. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Thaxton Baptist Church. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, (540) 586-7360. |
Thomas Jackson (Jack) Cundiff, 78, of Bedford, Va., died Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at Lewis-Gale Hospital. He was born in Huddleston on August 31, 1932, a son of the late William Benjamin Cundiff and Lemon Thompson Cundiff. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by four brothers and three sisters. Jack was a member of Thaxton Baptist Church, Liberty Chapter 109 Order of the Eastern Star, Bedford Elks Lodge# 2844, Bedford Moose Lodge #1897, Bedford Gobbler Club, Charter President of Bedford Breakfast Lions Club, Past Master and Treasurer of Liberty Lodge # 95 AF & AM, Past District Deputy Grandmaster for the 24th Masonic District and other appending bodies, Vice President Bedford County Farm Bureau, Former President of the Virginia Sheriff Association and Former President of the Virginia Crime Clinic, member of Former Sheriffs of Virginia. Jack served as Sheriff of Bedford County from 1964 to 1974 and retired from Criminal Justice Services of Virginia. Jack was currently employed at Burch-Messier Funeral Home as a funeral assistant. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, June Ferguson Cundiff; a son, Thomas Jackson Cundiff Jr.; two grandchildren, Wyatt Jackson Cundiff and Sophia Martin Cundiff; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Thaxton Baptist Church Building Fund, 1067 Penicks Mill Rd., Thaxton, Va. 24174. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, at Thaxton Baptist Church. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Thaxton Baptist Church. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360. |
Thomas Ronald "Root" Durham, Thomas Ronald Durham, 67, of Crozet, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 30, 2010, with his family by his side. He succumbed to melanoma cancer after a valiant fight for over a year., He was born on December 16, 1942, the youngest child of the late George W. Durham Sr. and Virginia Estelle Lamb Durham of Charlottesville. In addition to his parents, Ron was also predeceased by two sisters, Dorothy Durham Leake and Maybelle Durham Shipp., He is survived by his beloved son, Troy Ronald Durham and his wife, Kelly, of Glen Allen, Virginia; his beloved daughter, Ashley Elizabeth Durham-Smith and her husband, Joshua, of Crozet, Virginia; his beloved companion, Michele Pascarella; his two adorable grandsons, Thomas John "Tucker" Durham and Patrick Nelson "Patch" Durham, also of Glen Allen, Virginia; his siblings George W. "Junior" Durham Jr. and his wife, Kitty, of Lake Monticello, Bradley Durham and his wife, Jeanette, of Charlottesville, Bob Durham and his wife, Joan, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Cleo Durham Kingrea and her husband, Bill, of Elkton, Virginia; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many, many friends., He graduated from Lane High School in the Class of 1961. He played football and basketball under his idols Joe Bingler, Tommy Theodose, and the late Dave Cooke for the Lane Black Knights., He retired in 2005 after 44 years of service as an Underwriting Specialist with State Farm Insurance. He was a loyal member of the Falcon Club for over 30 years having served twice as President. He was also a member of the Charlottesville Elks Lodge #389 since August 1985, bowled for 30 years on the Industrial Bowling League of Charlottesville, a member of Green Hills Country Club, Spring Creek, a very proud and loyal supporter of the University of Virginia football team for over 40 years and was also an Honorary Crozet Fireman., The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at Crozet Baptist Church., The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at Crozet Baptist Church with the Reverend Colleen Swingle-Titus officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service with a reception following at the Elks Lodge., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911, Crozet Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 696, Crozet, VA 22932 or Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 188, Crozet, VA 22932., The family extends a special thanks to Dr. Gordon Morris and his wonderful staff, Marissa, and the Hospice of the Piedmont for their compassionate care and support, plus the many visits, calls, and cards from his friends and family in these last few months., Daddy, we love you with all our heart and soul and will miss you more than life itself. We both feel very fortunate and honored to be your children. May we all live our life in such a way that we will be with you again one day. God made a wonderful Daddy, Papa Root, companion, son, brother, and friend and shared him with us. |
Timothy C. Holsonback Timothy C. Holsonback, age 50, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010, at the Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born Sept. 20, 1959, and lived most of his life in Sullivan County. He worked Aurora Casket Company and was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Elizabeth Collins. Survivors include: wife of 20 years, Linda Holsonback; daughter, Lekesha Nicole Holsonback; stepdad, Bobby Barr Sr.; sisters, Marie Hopkins, Janie Astin and husband David, and Donna Hopkins; brothers, Jim Hopkins and wife Brenda, Bobby Barr Jr. and wife Linda, John H. Barr and wife Julie, Robert Collins and wife Nila, and David Hopkins; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at 11 a.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Phil Kestner officiating. Burial will follow at Chapman Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5-7 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the family at 625 Brown's Pvt. Drive, Lot 2, Bristol, TN. Online condolences may be registered at |
KAIM, Timothy R., 39, formerly of Richmond, died peacefully on August 27, 2010, in New Hampshire, where he had lived since 2002. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Timothy was the son of Gabriella (Lekan) Kaim and the late Richard Kaim. He had been employed as a mechanic for CarMax, and in sales for Capital One and Comcast. He leaves his wife, Lisa Ann (Comire) Kaim of New Hampshire; his brother, Matthew Kaim of Alexandria; his sister, Nicole Marshall and her husband, Mike, and their children, Michael and Zachary, of Richmond; and a large extended family. A gathering will be held September 7, 2010, at the Petit Funeral Home, Pembroke, N.H. Private services will be held at a later date. To sign an online guestbook, please visit petitfuneralhome.com. |
A memorial service for Mr. Tommie L. Madison Sr. will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at Zion Baptist Church, 225 Byrne St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White Sr. officiating. Interment will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2010, at Arlington National Cemetery with military honors., The family may be contacted by calling (804) 415-4874, (804) 943-5216 or (804) 490-1248., The family request that floral tributes be limited to potted plants, dish gardens or fresh arrangements., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Madison online at, Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
BOYD, Tommy Vance, of Ashland, Va., passed away September 1, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Anne Sullivan Boyd. He was preceded in death by his parents, Starlin and Susie Crabtree Boyd; and brother, Wheeler Virgie Boyd of Stuarts Draft, Va. He is also survived by numerous family members; and a special nephew, Scott Melton and his wife, Susan, of Doswell, Va. Mr. Boyd served in the Army from 1958 to 1960, and he retired from the Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad, after serving 43 years. An avid golfer and past member of Hanover Country Club and Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club in Virginia Beach, Va., Mr. Boyd made his third hole-in-one at Hanover Country Club just before being diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS). The family would like to thank Sarah Stein, Coordinator and Catherine E. Easter, Virginia Regional Director for ALS Association, for their dedication; also, Dr. Johnny Wong of Mechanicsville and Dr. S. Otta Vota with the Department of Veterans Affairs, McGuire Medical Center, Richmond, Va., and the entire staff at University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville, the Media Home Health and Hospice and the Senior Solutions in Richmond. The summers were spent in Virginia Beach at their home on 40th Street and Oceanfront, with the wonderful and special friends at the "Oceans." In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests contributions to ALS Association, Administration Office, 7507 Standish Place, Rockville, Maryland 20855. Burial will be held at Signal Hill Memorial Park, Hanover, Va. on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at 11 a.m., with Reverend Jim Blackwell officiating. Memorial services will be held in Virginia Beach at a later date at 47th Street & Oceanfront, "the Gardens." |
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Sep 3, 2010 A funeral for Virgil Gene Spencer, 71, of Stuart, who died Aug. 30, 2010, was held Thursday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Trent Wall and Dr. Jerry Whitlow officiating. Burial was in the Spencer-Rakes cemetery. Pallbearers were Alex Martin, Everette Rakes, Thurman Witt, Matt Bowman, G.C. Hylton and Elmo Dalton. |
BURRELL - In loving memory of Welford Mansfield Burrell Nov. 29, 1936 - Aug. 31, 2009 One year ago, God took you from this world to a better one. You were the best husband, uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend anyone could have had. Each day we are reminded, in some way of your loving smile and gentle nature. We think of you as living in the hearts of those you touched, for nothing loved is ever lost, and you were loved so much. We miss you, but God has given us the strength to endure until we see you again. Your Loving Wife Bernice and Family |
NEWPORT NEWS - Warren H. Kern passed away on Monday, Sept. 1, 2010. |
VIRGINIA BEACH - Wayne Allison Lord Jr., 62, of Virginia Beach died Aug. 26, 2010. Memorial service will be held at a later date in Texas. Online condolences may be made at |
Virginia has lost a great Auctioneer. VAA #432 "You Call and I'll Cry!!" Doing what he loved best! 42 years ago he founded Grindstaff's Auction Service. There will never be another auctioneer with as much charisma and showmanship. God broke our hearts to prove to us that he only takes the best! RIP William "Cowboy Bill" Grindstaff, 6/10/35 - 8/26/10 |
William Clark Barbour, 46, of Greensboro, N.C., died Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2010, at the Colbert-Moran Funeral Home Chapel, Gretna, Va., 434-656-2211. |
William Melvin Bolling, 83, of Clifton Forge, Va., died on Thursday, September 2, 2010. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va., 540-862-4157. |
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Thomas Lee Wilson HAMPTON - Thomas Lee Wilson, 69, of Holloway Drive, passed away Sept. 1, 2010 in a local hospital. A native of ..... |
Winifred was born on September 3, 1925, in Greene County, to the late Benjamin and Carrie Haney. Also preceding him in death was his wife of 26 years, Sallie Haney., He is survived by his daughter, Judy Scott of Clifton Forge; one son, Wayne S. Haney of Charlottesville; two brothers and their wives, Benjamin and Edsel; two sisters, Elva and Madge; two grandchildren, Stephanie L. Scott and her husband, Scott Pivnick, of Arlington, and Tracy S. Hoerdemann and her husband, Eric, of Yardley, Pennsylvania; four great-grandchildren, Kelsey and Jenna Pivnick, Eric John and Katie Hoerdemann; a special friend, Shirley Sandridge; and last but not least, his dog, Queenie., He will be remembered for his sense of humor and generosity to family and friends., The family will be receiving friends from 6 until 7:30 p.m. Friday, September 3, 2010., A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens with the Reverend Ashley Abarca-Mitchell officiating., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. |
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