Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Virginia Obituaries 10/12/10


 

Ahmad A. EASMEIL

A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton. 


 


 

Ahmad Easmeil

Ahmad Ali Easmeil HAMPTON - Ahmad Ali Easmeil departed this life Oct. 4, 2010. Born Sept. 24, 1941 in Deir Ballut, Palestine, he came to the United States at the age of 19 and soon after proudly became a U.S. citizen. He was a longtime resident of Hampton. He is survived by his wife, Najeah Easmeil and his four children, Leila Easmeil Rice and John Rice (husband) of Suffolk, Hussein Easmeil of Virginia Beach, Mahmood "Mike" Easmeil and Marysue Easmeil (wife) of Norfolk and Susan Easmeil of Hampton. He was a proud grandfather to his five grandchildren who were the light of his life: Zachary, Noah, Joseph, Sammi and Henry. He is also survived by close cousins, Jennie Alexander and Buck Smith (husband) and Nicholas and Dena Alexander of Newport News. Ahmad also has a number of other family members residing in California, Texas and throughout the Middle East. Ahmad loved animals and appreciated nature. He was very fond of watching westerns and 1970s TV shows, especially "Sanford and Son." A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, in R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Hampton. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to your local animal shelter.


 


 

Alice R. WALKER

GLOUCESTER - Alice R. Walker, of Clay Bank, died peacefully Oct. 10, 2010. 


 


 

Anna Brewer

Anna Mae (Vannoy) Brewer PINEY FLATS, Tenn. Anna Mae (Vannoy) Brewer, 77, passed away Oct. 9, 2010, at the Johnson City Medical Center. She is survived by three children and their spouses, Lisa Ann Brewer Holt and Phillip Keys Holt of Mt. Carmel, Tenn., Van Edward and Darlene Morgan Brewer of Suffolk, Va., and Kenneth Vaughn and Cindy Hatfield Brewer of Shawnee, Kan. She also survived by one sister, Mollie R. Vannoy of Nashville, Tenn. Surviving grandchildren, include Benjamin and Anna Kate Holt, Blake Brewer, Jacob and Sarah Brewer, Cherish and Stephen Westerfield, and Ryan Riches; and great- grandchildren, Indiya Morgan and Caleb and Ivey Westerfield. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. Special friends include Deanna Gilbert of Piney Flats, and Onita Topee of Richmond, Va. Anna Mae was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Vaughn Edward Brewer; her father, James Hubert Vannoy; mother, T. Myrtle Vannoy; and brothers, Donald Ralph and Joel Ray Vannoy. Anna Mae was born in Claiborne County, Tenn., on Sept. 30, 1933. She married Vaughn E. Brewer on Aug. 29, 1953, residing in Shawanee, Fountain City and Bluff City before settling in Piney Flats. She graduated from Powell Valley High School in 1950 and attended Lincoln Memorial University from 1951 to 1952. She completed her B.S. in home economics education at the University of Tennessee in 1953. She later completed her M.S. in family relationships with vocation educational endorsements in 1972. Anna Mae was active in community and religious service; she was a charter and active member of the Piney Flats Baptist Church and served as pianist for many years. She served as president of the Sullivan County Democratic Women in 1975. Anna Mae taught pre-school to 12th grade in Claiborne, Knox, and Sullivan County School Systems for 33 years, including the Lonesome Valley, Avoca, Mary Hughes, Bluff City and Sullivan East schools. Anna Mae was president of the Tennessee Vocational Home Economics Teachers Association from 1975 until 1977, and was honored as the 1977-78 Vocational Teacher of the Year, Sullivan County and State of Tennessee. She retired in 1990 after 33 years of service. The family will receive friends Tuesday, Oct. 12, from 5. to 8 p.m. at Morris Baker Funeral Home in Johnson City, Tenn., followed by a memorial service from 8 to 9 p.m. in the South Chapel of the Morris Baker Funeral Home. Dr. Allen Davis, pastor of the Piney Flats Baptist Church, will conduct the service. A committal service will be held at Yoakum's Chapel, Speedwell, Tenn., at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010. Pallbearers will be: Roger Vannoy, Ronnie Vannoy, Donnie Vannoy, Benjamin Holt, Ryan Riches and Alex Douthat. Those wishing to make donations, in lieu of flowers, are encouraged to support the , 208 Sunset Drive, Johnson City, TN 37604; or the Piney Flats Baptist Church, 100 Cherry St., Piney Flats, TN 37686. Online condolences are available at:


 


 

Arthur Willis Jr.

Arthur "Kenny" Willis Jr. BRISTOL, Va. The burial for Arthur 'Kenny" Willis Jr. will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Mountain View Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Bristol, Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Freddie Skeens, Steve Skeens, Ted Skeens, Dan Deason, Brad Buchanan and Marty Lowry. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Campbell, Gary Parks and Kaitlyn Buchanan. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

Bailey, Gilbert

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM

Gilbert T. Bailey Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Mr. Gilbert T. Bailey Sr., 76, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. He was born in Van Etten, N.Y., ..... 


 


 

Baum, Janice

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM

Janice Lankford Baum NORFOLK - Janice Lankford Baum died as she lived: peacefully overlooking the Currituck Sound surrounded by her loved ones on Sept. ..... 


 


 

Bernice Brown (In Memoriam)

BROWN - In loving memory of our mother Bernice H. Brown on her birthday, October 11th. Birthday wishes to you we send wrapped in love that will never end. Daughters, Gwen, Adriene & Grandchildren


 


 

Bob Jaronczyk

Robert John Jaronczyk WILLIAMSBURG - Robert John "Bob" Jaronczyk, 63, passed away Oct. 9, 2010 in his home. He was born July 18, 1947 to Henry and the late Lillian Jaronczyk in Portsmouth. He is survived by his father, Henry; his wife of 29 years, Ellen; sons, Morgan Hobbs (Lesley) of Fredericksburg, Va., and Forrest Hobbs (Kara) of Seattle; sisters, Sharon Jaronczyk of Virginia Beach and Patricia Rose (Buddy) of Decatur, Ala.; and grandchildren, Alexandra, Blake, Andrew and Matthew. Bob graduated from Maury High School and East Carolina University. He was an outstanding teacher and coach at Churchland High School in Portsmouth until 1979. He positively influenced the lives of many young people both in the classroom and on the field. Bob recently retired from Jostens as director of sales of the Ring Division. He was honored with the prestigious Legends Award for his 28 years of exemplary service to the company. As a young boy, Bob attended the Colonial Boys Club in Norfolk everyday, where he acquired skills and values that he used throughout his life. During his high school and college years, Bob played multiple sports and attended college on an athletic scholarship. Later in life, he was an avid golfer and found great joy playing the game whenever possible. He was immensely proud to have made six holes-in-one. Bob will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his dedication to his work and his loyalty to his friends. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to laugh. Bob had a kind and gentle spirit and a heart almost as big as the man himself. A memorial service will be held in Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Road, Williamsburg, Saturday Oct. 16, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America at www.bgca.org. Online condolences may be expressed at www.nelsencares.com.


 


 

Bobby R. Wilson 

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Bone, Thomas

Monday, October 11, 2010 2:00 AM 

Thomas M. Bone CHESAPEAKE - Thomas M. Bone, 74, passed away Oct. 8, 2010. A native of Illinois, he was the son of the ..... 


 


 

Bracey, Robert

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM

Robert Alan Bracey CHESAPEAKE - Robert Alan Bracey, 59, of the 700 block of Cozy Corner Drive passed away Oct. 7, 2010 at Chesapeake ..... 


 


 

CATHERINE DIXON

DIXON, Catherine "Kitty" Miller, age 93, of Richmond, died October 5, 2010 in MCHS Imperial Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Barham Dixon, who died in 1974. She is survived by her son, Dr. Dennis M. Dixon of Rockville, Md., and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 15, at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 7500 Hull Street Road, Richmond. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Southminster Presbyterian Church in her name.


 


 

Callie L. HENDERSON

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hilton Baptist Church, 101 Main Street, Newport News, VA 23601.


 


 

Charles 'Chuck' Mueller

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Charles Fuller

Charles W. Fuller CHESAPEAKE - Charles W. Fuller, 63, passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born Sept. 6, 1947 in Centralia, Ill., the son of the late Leslie H. and Margie Chambers Fuller. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who devoted his life to his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was retired from the U.S. Navy having served for 24 years. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sue; his daughter, Christa and husband Larry Hendren of Virginia Beach; his two sons, Bryan Fuller and Todd and wife Luce Fuller, both of Chesapeake; his five grandchildren, Zak, McKenzie, Abby, Mia and Annabelle. Also surviving are his three sisters, Rhonda Beal, Terry Sheridan and Jill Johnson; and his two brothers, Roger and Jack Fuller, all of Illinois. A graveside funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, in the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk, 23434. Pastor Neal Polaske will officiate. Friends are invited to visit with the family from noon to 1 p.m. prior to the graveside service in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Rd., Chesapeake, 23322. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the . Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at www.omanfh.com.


 


 

Charles Hudler

Charles F. Hudler VIRGINIA BEACH - Chuck Hudler passed away Saturday afternoon, Oct. 2, 2010 at his home in Troy, Mont., of a heart attack. He was 67 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents and in 2008, his wife, Sandy, of 33 years. He is survived by his daughter, Deb Deatrick and her husband Ted; son, Joe Hudler; brother, John Hudler; also, one granddaughter, Mary Deatrick; four grandsons, Charlie Deatrick, Cody, Jesse and Wyatt Hudler; and many nieces, nephews and family members who all adored him and will miss him dearly. Chuck was raised in Oregon and graduated with an engineering degree from Oregon State before moving to Virginia Beach in 1967 where he began his career with Damuth Trane as a sales engineer. Later in his career, he moved to Portland, Ore., and held the position of general manager and retired from the Trane Company there in 2007. Chuck first visited Troy, Mont., in the early 1980s and quickly adopted the area as his home away from home. Though it took Chuck and his wife, Sandy almost 20 years to make Troy their full-time residence, they embraced the area and visited often. It took more than a decade, but a log cabin home was completed in 2005. In 2007 Chuck and his wife, Sandy, truly retired and started a new adventure in Troy, Mont. Chuck never met a stranger and was blessed with an infectious personality and sincere interest in people. All who knew him are better people for it and will truly miss him. Chuck loved dogs almost as much as people, and was never without one. His last "little dog," Kootenai, loved to hunt almost as much as Chuck did and they spent hours in the field together. In Chuck's most recent months, he met Linda in Troy, Mont., after they both suffered great losses and found new reasons to enjoy life and all it had to offer. Chuck's mantra of "live in the moment" is a lesson for all of us. "Plan your work, work your plan," - Chuck Hudler A service for Chuck was held in Troy, Mont., on Oct 7. A graveside service will be held for the family, Wednesday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. at Princess Anne Memorial Park, in Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to "Memorial at the Troy Park." Please make checks payable to: Ralph Lippert and mail to him at 2234 Lake Creek Road, Troy, MT 59935.


 


 

Charlie R. JONES

WINDSOR - Charlie R. "Buck" Jones, 60, passed away peacefully at his home Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. 


 


 

Chris Lane

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Christine C. WILCOX

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Currin, Jimmie

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Jimmie L. Currin Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Services for Jimmie L. Currin Sr. will be held at 1 p.m. today in Pinecrest Baptist Church. Sturtevant ..... 


 


 

Curtis E. Craig 

Oct 12, 2010 Curtis Edward Craig, 70, formerly of Oneida Street, Martinsville, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at Walnut Cove Health and Rehab Center in North Carolina. Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 


 


 

Curtis L. Eames 

Oct 12, 2010 Curtis Lee Eames, 40, of 115 Summit St., Martinsville, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Community Funeral Services of Ridgeway is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

David Mark Bailey

David Mark Bailey, 44, of Earlysville, died of brain cancer on Saturday, October 2, 2010, in Charlottesville, Virginia, and was welcomed into everlasting life at his place at the Table with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ., David was born February 26, 1966, the son of Kenneth and Ethel Bailey, missionaries to the Middle East. For the first 22 years of his life, his home was Beirut, Lebanon, including the first 10 years of the Lebanese civil war. Because of war, the family was obliged to evacuate first to Switzerland in 1967, and later to Cyprus in 1982. David's two final years of high school were completed in a private school in Germany because he was, as a young man, especially vulnerable on the streets of Beirut., David attended Grove City College in western Pennsylvania, where he met and married his soul mate, Leslie McGarvey, of Emlenton, Pennsylvania. During his college years, he was active as a performing songwriter, playing evening and weekend gigs with a music partner. He also enjoyed choir, frat life, acting, and organizing an underground newspaper. David graduated with majors in English and Communication Arts. In the late 1980's, David and Leslie relocated to the Washington, D.C., area where David worked for the United States government in satellite imagery analysis. His career evolved to training and then program management with numerous software subcontractors, ending with employment with Eastman Software in Massachusetts., Their daughter, Kelcey, was born in 1992, and son, Cameron, in 1994., The day prior to moving to the Boston area, in July of 1996, David was diagnosed with brain cancer - Glioblastoma Multiforme IV (GBM). He was expected to have fewer than two years to live. Eager to have his life make a difference in the lives of others, he gave up his career in the software industry and, with a great leap of faith, launched a third career as a performing songwriter - a "troubadour of hope." Following two surgeries, radiation, experimental chemotherapy and nuclear therapy, David criss-crossed America (and Europe) singing in coffee houses and churches, for cancer conferences and cancer survivor groups for 12 years. David wrote all of his own songs, which grew out of his experiences of war and of battling a deadly cancer. He sang of faith, hope, love, and of living life to it's fullest each day. He experienced a recurrence of brain cancer in late 2008, recovering enough to tour in 2009 and early 2010. Enduring numerous additional surgeries and difficult treatments, David made a final tour in July of this year., David is survived by Leslie, his wife of 23 years; his children, Kelcey and Cameron; his parents, Kenneth and Ethel Bailey; a sister, Sara Makari and her husband, Victor; numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law and eight nieces and nephews., To quote a line from one of David's songs, "The tears of the angels form a river where you can wash your pain, and even in the middle of the thunder, don't forget the love inside the rain." His theme was "There may be years of tears behind you, but right now you've got One More Day." He leaves behind him a musical legacy of 23 professionally-recorded CDs. His music and his personal testimony have affected the lives of countless thousands in this country and around the world., The family offers deep gratitude to Doctor Henry Friedman, Doctor Allan Friedman and Doctor David Reardon at Duke and Doctor David Schiff at University of Virginia Medical Center and their caring staffs. We also offer loving thanks to our family of caregivers at the Hospice House and Hospice of the Piedmont in Charlottesville., Memorial gifts are welcome and may be made to Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, 6566 Spring Hill Road, Ruckersville, VA 22968. Half of those gifts will be equally divided between the following brain tumor organizations, The American Brain Tumor Association, the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke, Gray Matters Foundation, the Florida Brain Tumor Association and T.H.E. Brain Trust.


 


 

Deborah Frazier (In Memoriam)

Deborah Smith Frazier 8-28-53 to 10-8-09 You didn't complain about your sickness and pain. God quietly called you to rest, now his garden is more beautiful for he only takes the best. There's not a day that goes by that you are not thought about by the ones who love you most. You are truly missed and you will live in our hearts forever. We love you. ~Your devoted Daughter, Tammy; Granddaughter Marcasia; Mom and Dad; and sisters, Sheron and Jerilyn


 


 

Delores Baldwin

BALDWIN, Delores Edwards, of 331 Norcroft Circle, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 8, 2010. She was born to the late Alzina Williams and Leroy Edwards, and was the widow of Oscar Baldwin. Surviving are eight children, Gloria Ann Wilson (Curtis), Barbara L. Hayes, Alzina D. Willis (Thad), Kent N. Jackson (Valarie), Marinda R. Taylor, Samuel D. Phonville (Cassandra), Latonia Jackson (Enel) and Racheal Jackson; four brothers, two sisters, 35 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Arrangements by Scott's Funeral Home. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Dietrich, Mary

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Mary Elizabeth Dietrich PORTSMOUTH - Mary Elizabeth Dietrich, 87, died Oct. 7, 2010. The daughter of the late Harvey and Frances Catlett, she is .....


 


 

Dorothy Banks (In Memoriam)

DOROTHY C. BANKS Happy Birthday! We thank you for the memories. Your spirit lives on. Love, Medaris, Bobette, Nia & India


 


 

Dorothy J. "Dot" Lambert

Dorothy J. "Dot" Lambert, of Crozet, died on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by family. She was 92., Dot was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, where she met Robert S. "Bob" Lambert. They were married in 1941 and moved to Mississippi where they lived for forty years in Jackson, Clinton and Brandon. They moved to Charlottesville in 1982 and Bob passed away in 1984. Dot moved from Turtle Creek to the Meadows in Crozet in 2003., Dot is survived by two daughters, Brenda Lambert and her lifetime partner, Jim Shea, of Charlottesville, and Barbara Lambert and her lifetime partner, Carol Bratton, of Stanardsville; six grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren, including Geoffrey Howard and his wife, Juliet Casanova, of Columbia, Maryland, and children, Felicia, Turner, Ronan and Cambric; Ginger Howard of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and children, Aaron and Julie; Julie Shea Gallinat and her husband, Jeff, of Hong Kong, China, and children, Adam and Amanda; Laura Shea of Charlottesville and children, Joseph and Colleen Shea-Hackett; Emily Shea Zarbatany and her husband, Paul, of Charlotte, North Carolina, and son, John; Amy Shea and her husband, Mike Gangloff, of Ironto, and children, Tycho and Willa; and nieces and nephews, including special nephew Phil Lambert of Stevensville, Maryland., During a long, distinguished career as a department store executive in Jackson, at a time when few women held such positions, Dot earned a reputation as an innovative marketer, well-known throughout the state for her television commercials. She left retail sales in the 1970's to host a popular tv talk and interview program. Among the many celebrities she interviewed were Ronald and Nancy Reagan, B.B. King, Bob Hope and Nelson Rockefeller. She was among the first to offer "shopping at home" on television., Dot left television in the mid-1970's to serve four years as Mississippi State Director of Travel and Tourism., She was a member, often an officer, of many business and professional organizations and was once named Mississippi Advertising Woman of the Year., Since her "retirement" in 1980, Dot has been well-known as an organizer of tours and trips for seniors. She was active in the Charlottesville-Albemarle AARP, the Crozet Lions Club, the Charlottesville-Albemarle P:ilot Club, the Charlottesville and Crozet Women's Clubs, and she was a longtime ardent supporter of the University of Virginia women's basketball team., She attended First Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville and, since 2003, she attended Tabor Presbyterian in Crozet., A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2010, at Tabor Presbyterian Church in Crozet., The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to honor Dot's life can make a donation in her name to Virginia Organizing, 703 Concord Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903, the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA, 3355 Berkmar Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901, or to a charity of choice.


 


 

Dover, Sean

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Sean M. Dover SUFFOLK - Sean Monroe Dover, 43, died Oct. 10, 2010 in his home. A native of Bristol, Tenn., he currently worked ..... 


 


 

Dr. Douglas DePriest (In Memoriam)

Dr. Douglas DePriest You left us one year ago today on October 12, 2009. We love and miss you very much. Gone from our sight, but not from our hearts. ~Annie Cheatham, Evelyn Senior, Louise Barge, Ruby Haithcoach, Carlton DePriest, Warren DePriest, Jean Flannagan, Arletha Wells and Linda Parham


 


 

Dulgher, Marjorie

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Marjorie Baker Dulgher CHESAPEAKE - Marjorie Baker Dulgher went home to be with the Lord Oct. 10, 2010 in Norfolk. Marjorie was born on ..... 


 


 

Earl Mason Saunders

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Easmeil, Ahmad

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Ahmad Ali Easmeil HAMPTON - Ahmad Ali Easmeil departed this life Oct. 4, 2010. Born Sept. 24, 1941 in Deir Ballut, Palestine, he came .....


 


 

Ed C. Haley Jr.

Ed C. Haley, Jr. Ed C. Haley, Jr. JOCM USN (Ret.), 80 years old, of Lehigh Acres, Florida, passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2010 while working in his yard. He was born January 12, 1930 in Ada, Oklahoma. Prior to moving to Lehigh Acres in 1991, Ed was a long-time resident of Dale City, Virginia., He was preceded in death by his parents, Eva & Ed C. Haley, Sr., his beloved wife, Josefina Haley and daughter, Yvette Josephine Haley., He is survived by his sister, Joyce Marie Jared, daughter, Yvonne Conley-Eberling, grandchildren, Christine Conley Hoffman, Cecil Conley III, Melissa Eberling-Taylor, great grandchildren,Tiffany Lynette Conley, Courtney Yvette Hoffman, Angelina Campbell, & Josephine Rose Conley., Interment is October 13th, 2010 at Arlington National Cemetery at 9am. Following the interment the family looks forward to receiving friends at the home of Cecil Conley in Washington, DC.


 


 

Edgar Kiser

Edgar Kiser CHESTERFIELD, Va. Edgar Kiser, 88, formerly of Lebanon, Va., went to be with the Lord, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. Born June 28, 1922, in Russell County, a son of the late Gaines Kiser and the late Myrtle Hubbard Kiser. He was the husband of the late Mamie Hubbard Kiser. Edgar proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during, and was the recipient of a


 


 

Edward Paige Kier Sr.

E. Paige Kier Sr., STAUNTON, Edward Paige Kier Sr., 86, of Yount Street, departed this life on Friday, October 8, 2010, at his residence., He was born on December 2, 1923, to the late Luther and Irene (Martin) Kier., Edward retired from the United States Postal Service., He was a member of Augusta Street United Methodist Church., He served in the United States Army in, and in the South Pacific and was a recipient of the, Edward was a devoted and lifetime member of the Thomas-Fields Post #7814 and a lifetime member of the NAACP., He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; three sisters; and one great-grandson., Edward is survived by his wife, Ophelia (Williams) Kier of the residence; three sons, Edward Jr. and Freida, and Ophie and Jackie Kier of Staunton, Virginia, Joseph Kier and Angela of Fredericksburg, Virginia; one daughter, Mary Smith and Stephen of Staunton, Virginia; one sister, Margaret Mosby of Staunton, Virginia; 13 grandchildren; 14 great- grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives., A funeral sservice will be conduct 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at Augusta Street United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Oaklawn Mausoleums and Memory Gardens., Public viewing will be from 3 until 8 p.m. Monday, October 11, 2010, at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service at the church., Professional services provided by Kenneth L. Jones Funeral Home.


 


 

Eleanor Blanch

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Eleanor M. Bowler

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Elizabeth A. RICHARDSON

MATHEWS - Elizabeth Ann Murray Richardson, age 82, passed away in her home on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. 


 


 

Elizabeth Ehlke

EHLKE, Elizabeth "Beth," 86, of Fairfax, Va., formerly of Littleton, N.C., passed on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, at her daughter's residence. She was the widow of William "Bill" Ehlke and had retired to the Lake Gaston area after retiring from her position as the Assistant Deputy Clerk of Courts of the city of Elyria, Ohio. She is survived by her brother, Douglas Nichols of LaGrange, Ohio; two children, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Prospect United Methodist Church in Ebony, Va., at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2010. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Prospect United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 25, Ebony, Va. 23845. Burial will be in Ohio.


 


 

Emma Griffin

Emma Dickens Griffin NORFOLK - Emma Dickens "Sis" Griffin, 72, of the 2400 block of Stribling Lane, passed away Oct. 6, 2010 in her home. She was born Feb. 27, 1938 to the late Annie and Johnnie Dickens in Plymouth, N.C. She was a member of Mount Carmel International Worship Center, Portsmouth. She is survived by one daughter, Janis L. Archer (Allen); one son, Min. James Griffin; one brother, Deacon Milton A. Dickens (Ruby); two grandchildren, Tanisha Griffin and Tiffany Griffin (Kevin); four great-grandchildren, Taquon Jackson, Tanzeha Marsh, Taneal Smith and Taniya Spence; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Mount Gilead Missionary Baptist Church, 1057 Kennedy St. Dr. Aricsteed Dickens will officiate. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. The family will receive friends 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Ernest Eugene Buttner

Ernest Eugene Buttner, 82, of Charlottesville, died on Friday, October 8, 2010, at his home., He was born on June 10, 1928 to the late Ernest Frederick and Lucy Dudley Buttner. Also preceding him in death is his son, Frederick; and two sisters, Eva, and Mary., He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Pauline; two daughters, Gloria Weeks and her husband, Leonard, Nina Blackwell and her, husband, Gary; a son, Clifton Buttner and his wife, Brenda; three brothers, Terry, Frank, and Billy; two sisters, Dolly and Rosalie; ten grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, October 11, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens.


 


 

Ethel Newhall

Ethel M. Newhall VIRGINIA BEACH - Ethel M. Newhall, 95, of the 980 block of Fleet Drive, passed away Oct. 9, 2010. Ethel was born in Lynn, Mass., to the late William and Clara McCann. She had one sister, Olivia Shaw, also of Lynn. Ethel enjoyed knitting and spent many years knitting caps and blankets for the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Harvey H. Newhall; son, Frederick D. Newhall of Fort Myers, Fla.; daughter, Linda F. Bergeron and her husband Kenneth F. Bergeron of Chesapeake; five grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community,Virginia Beach, Saturday, Oct. 16, at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center, DUMC 3832, Durham, NC 27710. Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate.org.


 


 

Fellers, Michael

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Michael H. Fellers VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael H. Fellers, 47, of Smyrna Circle, passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. Born in Norfolk, he was .....


 


 

Florence Franks

FRANKS, Florence "Vickey" Tyler, of Richmond and Dunn, N.C., died October 10, 2010. Survivors include her husband, William F. Franks; daughter, Florence Franks Begole of Richmond; son, William F. "Biff" Franks Jr. (Paula) of McLean, Va.; son, H. Tyler Franks (Bobbie) of Richmond; grandson, William E. "Web" Begole (Julie) of Brooklyn, N.Y.; granddaughter, Kathleen "Katy" M. Franks of Richmond; stepmother, Katherine Burch Tyler of Richmond; sister, Rogers "Rogie" Tyler Williams Thorp (John) of Rocky Mount, N.C.; sister, Katherine Tyler Berger (Ken) of Durham, N.C.; brother, Henry M. Tyler III of Los Angeles, Calif.; and nieces and nephews that include Marilyn Smith (Larry), Douglas Kopp (Jeanne), Katherine Williams Hetzer (Scott), I. Rowland Williams III (Bobbin), Henry Williams, Lenoir Williams, Karen Berger, Kristen Berger and Henry M. Tyler. Mrs. Franks served as past president of the board of The Virginia Home and was a longtime volunteer for Meals on Wheels. She attended St. Mary's College and matriculated to the University of North Carolina where she earned a bachelor's degree in History and her master's degree in Library Science. The family wishes to acknowledge with deep gratitude the staff of Mature Options and Cedarfield's Assisted Living facility for their untiring devotion in Vickey's care. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting The Virginia Home, 1101 Hampton Street, Richmond, Va. 23220, or Richmond Meals on Wheels, 1600 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, Va. 23230 in her honor. Online condolences to woodyfuneralhomeparham.com.


 


 

Floyd L. Jones

Mr. Floyd Linwood Jones, of 101 Flower Dew Lane, Smithfield, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at his residence. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to


 


 

Frances Clapp

CLAPP, Frances "Hope" Cralle, age 88, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord October 10, 2010. She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Daniel A. Clapp; two children, Sylvia Clapp Holland and Larry Daniel Clapp and his wife, Melinda; four grandchildren, Andrea Edmunds and her husband, Andy, Lisa Banton and her husband, Scott, Christen Talaiver and her husband, David, and PFC Daniel Clapp; five great-grandchildren, Madison Hope, Emma and Evan Edmunds, Tucker VonCanon, and Taylor Banton; a niece, Judith Ann; and a nephew, H.B. Cralle III. Her remains rest at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where the family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, and where a funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment to follow in Dale Memorial Park.


 


 

Francis R. DOLAN

NEWPORT NEWS - Francis Ralph Dolan, 74, a native of Warwick County, died peacefully at his home on Sunday, Oct., 10, 2010. 


 


 

Frederick Cooper

COOPER, Frederick Carl. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, 1 p.m., at Quantico National Cemetery. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors.


 


 

Fuller, Charles

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Charles W. Fuller CHESAPEAKE - Charles W. Fuller, 63, passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving ..... 


 


 

Georgie L. COMPTON

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Cecil L. Compton; her daughters, Lisa Game and her husband, Doug of Gloucester, Debbie Liston and her husband, Mike of Gloucester, and Diane Duchin and her husband, Eric of Newport News; her sisters, Betty Cruz, Dorothy Hubbard, Shirley Hubbard, and Brenda Hubbard; her brothers, Joe Hubbard, Bill Hubbard, and Kenny Hubbard; and her grandchildren, Cory Coleman, Chris Clary, Rachel Game, D.J. Game, Sydney Liston, and Ryleigh Liston.


 


 

Georgina Cooley

COOLEY, Georgina E. "GiGi," 35, entered eternal rest October 6, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Mary E. and George E. Cooley; three sons, Quantae, Kevon and Shakeef Cooley; one daughter, Ashia Meekins; two sisters, Thyra Allen-Brown and Danielle Trueheart; three brothers, Robintino Allen, and Jareese and Tiran Cooley; and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today) at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd. Homegoing celebration 12 noon Wednesday at Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 913 N. 1st Street. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com


 


 

Gilbert Bailey Sr.

Gilbert T. Bailey Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Mr. Gilbert T. Bailey Sr., 76, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. He was born in Van Etten, N.Y., the son of William and Lillian DeLong Bailey. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 50 years, Marlene Bellinger Bailey and his grandson, Russel Kroplin. Mr. Bailey served in the U.S. Navy and worked at several shipyards in the Tidewater area. Survivors include his two daughters, Donna Heath (Terry) and Diana Merrill of Littleton, N.C.; and four sons, Gilbert Bailey Jr. (Bonnie) of Spencer, N.Y. and Richard, Kenneth and Gene Bailey (Juanita) of Van Etten, N.Y. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Rachael Reynolds (Dave), Jody and Kimberly Bailey, Tifanie Merrill, Nicole and Tyler Bailey, Marcus and Adam Bailey, Kevin Heath (Katrina); his great-grandchildren, Rylyn, Ryder, Kayla, Kaiden, Izabella; brother, Claude Bailey (Debbie); sister, Gloria Kunzman and many nieces and nephews. The family would especially like to thank all the neighbors who watched over him before illness. As per Mr. Bailey's wishes, there be no viewing or services. Please share a memory with the family at www.grahamfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Gilchrist "Gil" Eggleston

EGGLESTON, Gilchrist, "Gil" 56, departed this life October, 10, 2010. Arrangements by 


 


 

Given, Raymond

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Raymond A. Given Jr. MOREHEAD CITY - Raymond Andrew Given Jr., 52, formerly of Virginia Beach, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at home. He ..... 


 


 

Glaceria R. DONNELL

GREENSBORO, N.C. - Glaceria Rogers Donnell, sister of Dr. William Rogers of Hampton, Va., passed away Oct. 8, 2010, in Greensboro, N.C. 


 


 

Griffin, Emma

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Emma Dickens Griffin NORFOLK - Emma Dickens "Sis" Griffin, 72, of the 2400 block of Stribling Lane, passed away Oct. 6, 2010 in her ..... 


 


 

HOWARD ABRAMS (In Memoriam)

ABRAMS - Howard We miss you so much. Leon Abrams & Family 


 


 

Harold HOCHHEIM

GLOUCESTER - Harold "Hal" Hochheim, 83, passed away Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Envoy of Williamsburg Nursing Home. 


 


 

Harris, Melrose

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM

Melrose Adelle C. Harris NORFOLK - Melrose Adelle Cutrell Harris, 86, of the 3600 block of Karlin Ave., went to be with the Lord ..... 


 


 

Hartwell A. "Mouse" JOHNSON Sr.

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Helen Barnett (In Memoriam)

Barnett, Helen In loving memory of Helen Barnett, 1942 - 2009. It's been one year since you left, we still miss you so much. Love Always, Angel and Darnella 


 


 

Herman Sawyer

Herman R. Sawyer SUFFOLK - Graveside services for Herman Robert Sawyer will be held at 1 p.m. today in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. 


 


 

Hillie Browne Sr. (In Memoriam)

BROWNE, Hillie Edmond Sr. In loving memory of Hillie Edmond Browne Sr. Happy 92nd birthday. We love you and we miss you. -Your family 


 


 

Hudler, Charles

Sunday, October 10, 2010 2:00 AM 

Charles F. Hudler VIRGINIA BEACH - Chuck Hudler passed away Saturday afternoon, Oct. 2, 2010 at his home in Troy, Mont., of a heart .....


 


 

Irma Berry

Irma Eileen Anderson Berry ABINGDON, Va. Committal services for Irma Eileen Anderson Berry will be at Cleveland Church Cemetery on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Pallbearers will be James Anderson, Robert Anderson, David Anderson, Lincoln Anderson and Christopher Anderson and honorary pallbearer being Dr. Emory Robinette. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to High Rock Bible Camp, c/o Bill Kittrell, P.O. Box 604, Abingdon, VA 24212. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting


 


 

James L. Akers 

Oct 12, 2010 MANVILLE, R.I. — James L. Akers, 77, of Main Street, Manville, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010. He was born in Fries, Va., to Theodore and Ethel Minnie Quesenbury Akers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings, Everett Akers and Donna Nelson. He was raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains area of Virginia and had been a resident of Manville since 1956. He worked as a truck and cab driver in the Woonsocket area, worked at Crosby Valve & Gauge and was authorized to work as a nuclear machinist with special clearance. Akers also worked as a veterinary assistant in Pawtucket, for Coast-to-Coast Construction Co. in Cumberland, and as a mechanic and technician for several other firms. After retiring, he started his own business, Akers Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating Service. He was a longtime member of the Manville Sportsmen's Club and was an accomplished woodworker. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Stasha Kujawski Akers; a son, James G. Akers of Manville; a daughter, Patricia K.V. Shirley of Cumberland; one granddaughter; eight siblings, Roy T. Akers of California, and Larry W. Akers, Lonnie Akers, Allan Bryant, Lucille Hall, Mildred Sweeney, Willowdeen Pack and Nora Coe, all of Henry County, Va.; and a number of nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at 9 a.m. today at Menard Funeral Home in Manville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. at St. James Church in Manville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Beacon Hospice, 1 Catamore Blvd., East Providence, R.I. 02914.


 


 

James W. Cooper 

Oct 12, 2010 James Washington Cooper, 79, of Rocky Mount, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at his home. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. 


 


 

Jane E. Steak

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Janice Baum

Janice Lankford Baum NORFOLK - Janice Lankford Baum died as she lived: peacefully overlooking the Currituck Sound surrounded by her loved ones on Sept. 12, 2010. Born Oct. 13, 1912, to Pastor William Eley Lankford and wife Celia Pearl Cox in Appomattox, Va., Janice was raised in Drewryville, where her father served as pastor of Thomas Memorial Baptist Church. Janice graduated from Averett College. When folks asked her how she lived so productively for so long, Janice would reply: "I eat right, I do right, and I love everybody!" And so she did, praising her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ all the way along. She was taught to serve as was her older brother McClenny, who served as an Army nurse during World War II and the Korean conflict and later attended President Dwight Eisenhower following a heart attack. Although not trained medically, we called her "our Florence Nightingale" because she looked after many who were infirmed and often chauffeured others to their doctors' appointments. After college, Janice moved to Norfolk and won the heart of Cecil Forbes as well as the hearts of his family. The Forbes family was close to Janice following the death of husband Cecil and remained so throughout her life. She continued to care for Uncle Billy Burgess in Norfolk after the loss of his Helen until he left this world shortly before his 100th birthday. Janice wed and sustained E.O. "Jack" Baum of Elizabeth City, N.C., earlier widowed by Submit Fearing, another dear friend of Janice. Janice worked at the Mary Pretlow Memorial Library in Ocean View until mandatory retirement at age 70. After Jack moved to heaven, Janice cared for her longtime friend Mrs. Eoline "Tommy" Binford of Norfolk until her passing. Janice traveled to Charlottesville in August 2009 for a Binford Family Reunion, where she was thrilled to spend time with her Binny Boy, renowned archeologist Dr. Lewis Roberts Binford and wife Amber of Missouri. For the past few years, Janice Lankford Baum blessed the Moyock, N.C., home of her cousin Wesley and Bette Jo Baum and adopted granddaughter, Marybeth Hunter. Although Janice had no natural children, she loved many as if they were her own including her brother's children in Colorado: Maxine Lankford, Michael and Linda Lewis Lankford and Michelle and Leroy Salazar and children Gabe, Lukas and Rosie Salazar. Janice received many friends and relatives on the Currituck Sound including: Linwood Tabb III and wife Marcia and Lee Tabb Lauterbach, nephew and niece of Uncle Billy Burgess. Her adopted son from Tennessee, Manfred Wendland, stayed beside Janice through her final weeks. Janice Lankford Baum was a truly gentle soul, who always found something for which to be thankful in even the most difficult circumstances. Her kindness and humor and grace serve as a shining example to all who knew and loved her. Serving faithfully to the end, Janice donated her body to East Carolina University Medical School. Her dedicated life will be honored by family and friends upon return of her ashes.


 


 

Jaronczyk, Bob

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Robert John Jaronczyk WILLIAMSBURG - Robert John "Bob" Jaronczyk, 63, passed away Oct. 9, 2010 in his home. He was born July 18, 1947 ..... 


 


 

Jean Mobley

Jean B. Mobley PORTSMOUTH - Jean B. Mobley, 81, died in a Cary, N.C., hospital Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. She was a native of Portsmouth, a lifelong member of Western Branch Baptist Church and the Willing Workers Sunday school class. She retired from the staff of Court Street Academy. Jean was attending St. John's Baptist Church of Raleigh, N.C. Mrs. Mobley was predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Mort Bailey and her husband, James E. Mobley Jr. She is survived by her two sons, the Rev. Brad Mobley and wife Ruthie of Hartsville, S.C., and the Rev. Jeff Mobley Sr. of Raleigh; two grandchildren, Katie Mobley of Laurel, Md., and Jeff Mobley Jr. of Raleigh; a brother, Tommy Bailey of Granite Falls, N.C. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, with the Rev. George Mullinax officiating. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Flowers are much appreciated or donations can be made to the building fund of St. John's Baptist Church, 1615 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh, NC 27608. Online condolences may be made at www.lovingfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Jennie Lou Crockett Morris

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Jennifer Kotvas

Jennifer Eve Kotvas VIRGINIA BEACH - Jennifer Eve Kotvas, 38, rode the train to glory in the early morning of Oct. 5, 2010 in West Palm Beach. How can we sum a life in one brief obituary? We can say who survived her: her parents, Jack and Jacqueline Kotvas, her brother, Jeffery Eric Kotvas, and her sisters, Vanessa Miner and Krissy Kotvas. We can pronounce those who have gone before: her mother Ethel Marie, her brother, John Edward Kotvas III and her many grandparents. We can speak of her many accomplishments: her graduation from Green Run High School, her work at Old Dominion University, her degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and her years of work as a pharmacist in South Florida, and her love for running many miles at dawn and her biking miles at dusk. Or, we can say who she touched: She loved Christ and loved his children from the street beggar to the doctor. Jennifer was a believer in heaven, earthly hope, and the kindness of angels masquerading as strangers. She was loved by many she touched and she loved them in return. She will be sorely missed. A graveside service will be held at the Princess Anne Memorial Park on Great Neck Road in Virginia Beach Thursday, Oct. 14, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407 to assist others as they depart this life.


 


 

Jimmie Currin Sr.

Jimmie L. Currin Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Services for Jimmie L. Currin Sr. will be held at 1 p.m. today in Pinecrest Baptist Church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, is in charge. 


 


 

Johnny Payton

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Joshua Franklin

FRANKLIN, Joshua Devonta "Lil Man," of Chesterfield County, departed this life October 8, 2010. Joshua worked with the Southside Girls & Boys Club for four years. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Hattie Green. He is survived by his parents, Chrisandra Franklin and John Green; stepmother, Deborah McKeiver; three sisters, Rashell and Markia Franklin and Joniesha Green; one brother, Jontae Green; grandmother, Priscilla Barnett; great-grandmother, Mary Bledsoe; aunt, Donnisha Lewis; uncle, Derrick Robinson; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; among them devoted cousins, Mandies Franklin and Jacorey Jiggetts; godmother, Linda Copeland; godsister, Ashli Edwards; a host of other relatives and friends; among them his girlfriend, Porcia Woodlaw; and best friend, Cassie Trice. Remains rest at the Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 13, 11 a.m. at New Direction Evangelistic Church, 9101 Hull Street Road. Bishop Dr. Roy Foots, pastor, officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.


 


 

June Cockman

COCKMAN, June, 91, of Carthage, N.C., died on October 10, 2010. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Wendel and husband, Billy; granddaughters, Beth Smith and husband, Luke, Kelly Horne and husband, Bob; great-grandchildren, Eliana, Henry and Samuel. For almost two years, "June Bug" has lived in Richmond and had excellent care at the McGuire VA Medical Center by the loving, caring and devoted staff on 1P and many wonderful volunteers. Service and interment will be in Carthage, N.C.


 


 

Kala Rasnake

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Kiela M. RYAN

COLUMBIA, MD. - Kiela Marie Ryan passed away suddenly on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010. 


 


 

Kotvas, Jennifer

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Jennifer Eve Kotvas VIRGINIA BEACH - Jennifer Eve Kotvas, 38, rode the train to glory in the early morning of Oct. 5, 2010 in .....


 


 

Layman Franklin Sr.

Layman Franklin Sr. Layman Franklin Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on Oct. 8, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born March 18, 1930, in Campbell County to the late Madeline Franklin. He joined the Flat Creek Baptist Church at an early age and was a faithful member. He was a graduate of Campbell County Training School in Rustburg. Layman was a skillful carpenter specializing in church furniture, cabinets and home renovations. He later worked as a machinist until he retired from Abbott Laboratories in Altavista. He was a member of the Long Mountain Masonic Lodge Number 204 and the Constantine Consistory Number 105. Left to cherish his precious memories is his loving and devoted wife of 54 years, Virginia E. Franklin; three devoted sons, Layman Jr. (Patricia), of Lynchburg, Jeffery (Joan), of Richmond and Kevin, of Manassas; six grandchildren, Katrina Franklin, Tiffany Franklin, Krystal Franklin, Kesha Rucker, Mia West (James) and Tia Miles (Reggie); three great-grandchildren, Blair Rucker, Keenan West and Alana West; his mother-in-law, Josephine Elliott; two sisters-in-law, Berta Jenkins and Doris Lovelace (Henry Sr.); one brother-in-law, Eric Wayne Elliott (Kim); and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at Flat Creek Baptist Church, with the Rev. Dr. L.E. Hankins officiating and the Rev. James Braxton eulogist. Interment will be in the Freeman Family Cemetery. His remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends and the cortege will assemble at 126 Franklin Drive. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral @aol.com. Community Funeral Home is directing.


 


 

Lillie M. CALL

The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at Weymouth Funeral Home. A funeral service will be conducted at 11a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at the funeral home chapel, with interment to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Linda Briggs

BRIGGS, Linda C., 61, departed this life October 9, 2010. Arrangements by: 


 


 

Linda Links

Linda Jo Links VIRGINIA BEACH - Linda Jo Links was called home by God after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She retired from the Virginia Beach City Schools with more than 35 years of service. Linda was preceded in death by her mother, Stella C. Links. Left to cherish her memory are her father, Joseph E. Links; brother, Kirk Links; two nieces; three nephews; two grandnieces and two grandnephews. Linda dedicated her herself to the support of deployed military and helping abandoned animals. In lieu of flowers, she would have preferred for friends to consider making donations in her name to the Wounded Warrior Project, Hope for Life Rescue Inc., (animal support) or the American Cancer Society . Friends may attend a Mass that will be said in Linda's honor Oct. 14 at 8:30 a.m. in St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 5345 Virginia Beach Blvd.,Virginia Beach. We will all miss Linda Jo and for those left behind there will be a large void in our hearts. She went too soon!


 


 

Links, Linda

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Linda Jo Links VIRGINIA BEACH - Linda Jo Links was called home by God after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She retired ..... 


 


 

Lois M. Perry

Lois M. Perry, Lois M. Perry, 88, of Appleblossom Lane, Waynesboro, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2010, at Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville, Virginia., McCutcheon's Funeral Home will announce complete funeral arrangements. 


 


 

Lorenza Moyer 

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Louise Barnes

BARNES, Louise Robertson, age 96, of Blackstone, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2010. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Joseph McMillian Funeral Home, 1826 Cox Rd. (Bus. Hwy) 460, near Blackstone. Chapel funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2010, with interment to follow in St. Mark's United Methodist Church Cemetery. Registry and online condolences available at mcmillianfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Louise Pelletier

Louise H. Pelletier NORFOLK - Louise Hodkins Pelletier, 102, of Sentara Village, Norfolk, passed away Oct. 10, 2010 at a local hospital. She is survived by two nieces, Ada Lois Hodkins and Leta Mae Hodkins, both of Kansas City, Mo.; a nephew, Robert E. Hodkins of Saint Joseph, Mo.; and close friend, Beverly N. Gwynn of Norfolk. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Miles Memorial United Methodist Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Margaret Christian

CHRISTIAN, Margaret Watt Wallace, died at the age of 98 on October 10, 2010 in Midlothian, Va. She was the widow of the Rev. Dr. William Gerow Christian of Midlothian. She is survived by her sons, William Gerow Christian Jr. and Dixon Wallace Christian; and by her daughter, Margaret Watt Christian Riethmiller. She is also survived by four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial celebration of Mrs. Christian's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 16, at Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. Interment will be private. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 8 North Laurel Street, Richmond 23220; to Manakin Episcopal Church, 985 Huguenot Trail, Midlothian 23113; or to Jackson-Feild Home, 2800 Patterson Ave., Suite 302, Richmond 23221.


 


 

Margaret Estell "Penny" Nichols

Margaret Estell "Penny" Nichols Margaret Estell "Penny" Nichols, 62, of Randolph, passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital, Lynchburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, James E. Nichols and Inez G. Nichols; two brothers, Norman Marshall Nichols, David Elliot Nichols; and one sister, Ruth Gray Toombs. She is survived by two brothers, James E. Nichols Jr. and Clarence W. Nichols; two sisters, Betty N. Pollard (Raymond) and Nancy N. Wade (Bruce); and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., today, Oct. 12, 2010, in New Hope United Methodist Church with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the Charlotte County Rescue Squad Station II (Wylliesburg) or New Hope Church Cemetery Fund. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Maria Lopez-Lee

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Marie C. Barnes

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Marie Calvie Barnes

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Marie G. Clay 

Oct 12, 2010 The funeral for Marie Grogan Clay, 93, of Bassett, who died Oct. 10, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Pocahontas Bassett Baptist Church. The Revs. Jim Hewitt and Brian Nott will officiate. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. today at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett. She was born Feb. 8, 1917, in Stokes County, N.C., to Trudie Fulcher Grogan and Terry Frank Grogan Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Eugene "Gene" Clay; a sister, Lelia Grogan; and two brothers, Carl Melvin Grogan and Troy Wilfred Grogan. She was a 1934 graduate of Bassett High School, where she played basketball. She worked at Nathan's Department Store and at Elwood's Clothing Store for 32 years before retiring in 1985. She was a charter member of Pocahontas Bassett Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Women's Missionary Union, the Shawl Ministry and the Pocahontas Senior Adults, and had been a member of the Pocahontas Bible Class and Tape Ministry Committee. She was a charter member of the Town and Country Garden Club and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Surviving are her daughter, Pat Ross of Bassett; a son, Charles Michael "Mike" Clay of Blackstone; a sister, Virginia Grogan Padgett of Baltimore, Md.; a brother, Terry Frank Grogan Jr. of Cantonment, Fla.; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Bassett Historical Center Building Fund, 3964 Fairystone Park Highway, Bassett, Va. 24055, or Pocahontas Bassett Baptist Church Missions Programs, P.O. Box 507, Bassett, Va. 24055.


 


 

Marie H. Goad 

Oct 12, 2010 The graveside service for Marie Hill Goad, 79, of Claudville, who died Oct. 7, 2010, was held Monday at Mary Horner Walker Presbyterian Church cemetery with Pastor Bill Rountree officiating. Pallbearers were Nelson Hill, Greg Radford, Jack Bowman, Evonne Hill, Jeff Turner and Billy Ray George. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart handled arrangements.


 


 

Marie Hubbard

Marie Hubbard LEBANON, Va. Graveside services for Marie Hubbard will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Ketron Memor ial Gardens at Lebanon. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to assemble at the cemetery. Grandsons will serve as honorary pallbearers. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Marjorie Dulgher

Marjorie Baker Dulgher CHESAPEAKE - Marjorie Baker Dulgher went home to be with the Lord Oct. 10, 2010 in Norfolk. Marjorie was born on Feb. 21, 1917 in Waxhaw, N.C. to the late Robert L. Baker and Aver C. Haywood. She grew up in the Berkley section of Norfolk and lived in the Great Bridge area for many years. Marjorie was a retired LPN who worked at VA hospitals locally and in the Chicago area before returning to Tidewater. She was a born-again Christian and longtime faithful member of the Gospel Hall, Laurel Avenue. She was a kind- hearted, loving, generous, and faithful daughter, wife, sister and aunt. Aunt Margie has longed for the day to be in heaven with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and to be reunited with her beautiful family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Eli Dulgher and siblings, Robert E. Baker, Lillie V. Baker Randolph, John H. Baker, Paul C. Baker, Janie Lee Baker Simmons and Elizabeth W. Baker Gardner. Left to cherish her memory are a host of nieces and nephews including a special niece, Pennie Simmons who was like a daughter and looked after her in her later years. Many thanks to Pennie and nephew, Robert Baker and wife Debbie Baker for their tender, loving care. A funeral will be conducted Thursday at 11 a.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, with Brother Vernon Marsh and Brother Mark Nelson officiating. The burial will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to The Gospel Hall 1204 Laurel Ave., Chesapeake, VA 23325. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Martha C. Griffin

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Mary C. BURRUSS

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Mary Dietrich

Mary Elizabeth Dietrich PORTSMOUTH - Mary Elizabeth Dietrich, 87, died Oct. 7, 2010. The daughter of the late Harvey and Frances Catlett, she is survived by a son, Marc J. Grosz of Anaheim, Calif., and brother, Ray T. Catlett (Peggy) of Hampton. A private graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in Portsmouth Catholic Cemetery. Foster Funeral Home in charge.


 


 

Mary Freda Harner

Mary Freda Harner, Mary Freda Harner, 91, of Waynesboro, passed away in her sleep on Saturday morning, October 9, 2010, at her residence., Mary was born on December 16, 1918, in Hutchinson, Kansas, a daughter of the late Jacob and Sarah Schrock Troyer., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roy H. Harner; and a step- daughter, Joann Godshall., Survivors include her children, Gloria A. Wegman of Harrisonburg, Arden R. Harner and his wife, Beverly, of Waynesboro, David A. Harner and his wife, Velma, of Fishersville, Michael R. Harner and his wife, Daphne, of Lyndhurst; a stepdaughter, Louise H. Swartz of Stuarts Draft; a stepdaughter, Elsie M. Brunk and her husband, Harry, of Harrisonburg; brothers, Perry, Calvin and Ray Troyer of Hutchinson, Kansas; sisters, Bertha Troyer of Hutchinson and Esther Miller of Colorado Springs, Colorado; eight grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be conducted 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at Hildebrand Mennonite Church, with Pastor Rader Ogden officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery., The family will receive relatives and friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes, 618 West Main Street, Waynesboro., Active pallbearers will be grandsons, Jonathan, Arden R., Craig, Christopher, Kenny and Stuart Harner and Bruce Swartz., Memorial contributions may be made, in Mary Freda Harner's memory, to Hildebrand Mennonite Church, c/o Valley Brethren Mennonite Heritage Center, P.O. Box 1563, Harrisonburg, VA, 22803., Relatives and friends may send condolences, share memories and sign the guest register book on line at


 


 

Mary Garst

Mary Jane Garst BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Mary Jane Garst, 72, went to be with the Lord Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, following a brief illness. Mary was born in Johnson City July 19, 1938, and resided in this area her whole life. She was a very dedicated Christian and member of Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren in Blountville. Mary was actively involved and faithful in her church. She was a joy and delight to her family. Mary closely assisted her aging parents and loved her nieces and nephews. During her spare time, she loved to bake and do craft work. Mary will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Mary is survived by her parents, Wilbur and Christina Allison Garst, both of the home; three sisters, Carolyn Tucker and husband Tommy of Winston-Salem, Julia Garst of Blountville, Ruth Ann Smoke and husband Lynn of Taylors, S.C.; one brother, Galen Wilbur Garst and wife Merita of Birmingham, Mich.; several nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and great-nephews; several cousins; and a host of friends and neighbors. The family of Mary Jane Garst will receive friends Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren. Funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. at the church with Pastor Dan Case officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be cousins and nephews. For more information please call 423-323-5167 or to send online condolences visit


 


 

Mary L. Baumgardner

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Mary Privott

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Mary Stiltner

Mary Lou Stiltner On Oct. 9, 2010, Mary Lou Stiltner gave up her long and courageous battle with cancer to be at peace with the Lord. Born June 13, 1947, Mary, a native of Buchanan County, lived most of her life in Washington County, Va. Recently, she was taken back to Grundy where she was able to spend the last few months of her life close to family. Mary was the daughter of the late John Morgan Sykes Jr. and Eunice Coleman Keene Sykes. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jessie James Stiltner; her brother, Harold Sykes; and her nephew, Christopher Sykes Estep. Survivors include her brother, Russell Sykes and wife Sandy; sister, Della Sykes Estep and Jimmy Marcum; nephews, Shannon Sykes and family, Rusty Sykes and family, Michael Sykes and Travis Sykes; and her two loving companions, Bud and Bobtail. A graveside service for Mary Lou Stiltner will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, with Paul Price officiating. The family wishes to thank Heritage Hall of Grundy; Dr. Mark Davis and his nurses, especially Mary and Pam; the staff of JMH Cancer Center; and caregivers Pamela Long, Rebecca Lunsford, Patricia Haley, and Kim Matney, who loved and enjoyed working with Mary Lou over the years. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting


 


 

Maxine Hundley 

Oct 12, 2010 Maxine Hundley, 72, of Fieldale, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at the Blue Ridge Rehab Center in Stuart. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

McKinley Culpepper (In Memoriam)

CULPEPPER, McKinley - Happy Birthday, Love Always, Your Family 


 


 

Melrose Harris

Melrose Adelle C. Harris NORFOLK - Melrose Adelle Cutrell Harris, 86, of the 3600 block of Karlin Ave., went to be with the Lord Oct. 10, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 9, 1924, to the late William and Rachel Cutrell in Virginia. Melrose was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. She loved animals and enjoyed working in her yard and gardening. She is predeceased by her husband, Burl J. Harris. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, John Smith (Janice) of Knotts Island, N.C., Jim Smith (Fran) of Florida, Tom Smith (Esther) of Norfolk, and Joe Smith (Trudy) of Oklahoma; two daughters, Annette Harris (Mike Kelly) of Suffolk and Janet Gwaltney (Don) of Norfolk; one sister, Gladys Sumerlin of Norfolk; and four grandchildren, Donald and Brian Smith of Knotts Island, Jeffrey Smith of New York, and Tiffany Johnson of Charlotte, N.C. A service will be held Friday, Oct. 15, at noon in Woodlawn Funeral Home Chapel, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, with a visitation one hour prior. Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.woodlawngroup.com.


 


 

Melvin L. Allen

Mr. Melvin L. Allen, 57, of 511 S. 18th Ave., Hopewell, died Sunday, Oct., 10, 2010, at his residence. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. Please send online condolences to


 


 

Michael Fellers

Michael H. Fellers VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael H. Fellers, 47, of Smyrna Circle, passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. Born in Norfolk, he was the son of Linda Fellers. Mike will be remembered for his love of rock 'n' roll music and playing electric guitar. For most of his life, he worked in construction and participated in numerous projects throughout Tidewater. Including his mother, Mike is survived by his son, Andrew M. Brown and fiancé Tiffanie; longtime companion, Rhoda Landry; a granddaughter, Aubrey Brown; a brother, Rod Ligart; an uncle, Harold Davenport as well as a large extended family and many close friends. The funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. The viewing will begin Wednesday with the family receiving friends from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at www.omanfh.com.


 


 

Mildred D. "Pauline" Jenkins

Mildred D. Jenkins (Pauline) Mildred D. Jenkins, of Roseland, departed this life Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Avante in Lynchburg. Born in Massies Mill, she was the daughter of the late Albert Derth and Sue D. Meade. She worked for Wintergreen Resort at the Mountain Inn. Mildred was a long standing, devoted member of Oak Hill Baptist Church, where she served as a Deaconess and sang in the Senior Choir. She was an active part of her community and was a generous and loving person. Funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, with Pastor L. Keith Otey officiating and Pastor Joseph R. Vaughan eulogist. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, and until the time of the funeral on Saturday. One last request of Mildred's is to make any and all contributions to the charity of your choice in her honor.


 


 

Mobley, Jean

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Jean B. Mobley PORTSMOUTH - Jean B. Mobley, 81, died in a Cary, N.C., hospital Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. She was a native of ..... 


 


 

Morgan Lindsey

Morgan Patrick Lindsey KINGSPORT, Tenn. Morgan Patrick Lindsey, 12, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, Tenn. He was born in Bristol Tennessee. He is survived by his mother, Amy Buckles Lindsey; maternal grandparents, Vickie and Buddy Buckles of Castlewood, Va,; one aunt, Asten Buckles of Spring Valley, N.Y.; several cousins, aunts, and uncles; and two special nurses, Connie Sheets and Valerie Joyner. Funeral services for Morgan Patrick Lindsey will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel, Castlewood, with Rev. John Thompson officiating. Committal services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, in Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home and go in procession to the cemetery leaving at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Pallbearers will be Uncle Buss Smith, Uncle David Hileman, Uncle David Edwards, David Hileman Jr., Rob Rhea, and Jeff Kite. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood. Online condolences may be sent to the Lindsey family through our Web site at


 


 

Newhall, Ethel

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Ethel M. Newhall VIRGINIA BEACH - Ethel M. Newhall, 95, of the 980 block of Fleet Drive, passed away Oct. 9, 2010. Ethel was ..... 


 


 

Odell Warren

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Pamela C. Burley

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Pameral Lynn Cash

Pameral Lynn Baber Cash, Pameral Lynn Baber Cash, 49, of Waynesboro, passed away on Sunday afternoon, October 10, 2010, at Augusta Health., Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Waynesboro has been entrusted with the arrangements. 


 


 

Pearl W. Coleman (In Memoriam)

Coleman, Pearl W. You gave us years of happiness, then came sorrow and tears, but you left beautiful memories to treasure through the years, gone but not forgotten. Daughters, Delores, Pearleane, Rosa and grandchildren


 


 

Peggy Jean Williams

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Pelletier, Louise

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Louise H. Pelletier NORFOLK - Louise Hodkins Pelletier, 102, of Sentara Village, Norfolk, passed away Oct. 10, 2010 at a local hospital. She is .....


 


 

Queen Powell

Funeral services for Elder Queen Powell, of Warwick Boulevard, Richmond, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday from the St. Paul Baptist Church, Belt Boulevard, Richmond; the Rev. Dr. Lance Watson, pastor. Interment will be in the Mt. Minnis Memorial Park, Chester., Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.


 


 

Randall Wade

Randall Wade, Randall Wade, 83, of Waynesboro, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 9, 2010, at Augusta Health in Fishersville., Randall was born in Augusta County, on March 29, 1927. He is survived by three daughters, Mary Elsie, Martha and Maria; seven grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, October 14, 2010, at Morning Star Baptist Church in Crimora., The family will receive friends at 469 Hickory Hill Road, Fishersviille, Virginia, from 6 until 9 p.m. each day prior to the service., Lewis Funeral Home of Waynesboro is handling the arrangements.


 


 

Rayburn Johnson Jr.

Rayburn "Chip" Johnson Jr. STAUNTON, Rayburn "Chip" Johnson Jr. 76, formerly of Florence Avenue, Waynesboro, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2010, at King's Daughter's Community Health and Rehabitaltion., Kenneth L. Jones Funeral Home will announce complete arrangements.


 


 

Raymond Given Jr.

Raymond A. Given Jr. MOREHEAD CITY - Raymond Andrew Given Jr., 52, formerly of Virginia Beach, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at home. He was born in Radford, Va., Aug. 1, 1958, to Raymond Andrew and Alice Whitfield Given. He was a member of St. James United Methodist Church, Newport. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, in St. James United Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. Susan Clayton Lindblade, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , P.O. Box 50 Memphis, TN 38101 or Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, Utah 84741. Access online obituary and Internet condolences through brooksfuneralhomeandcrematory.com. Arrangements are by Brooks Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Morehead City, N.C.


 


 

Reagan M. Grant

Little Miss Reagan Marie Grant, of 20307 Stonewood Manor Drive, Ettrick, Va., was born on May 27, 2010, to Mr. Isaiah W. Grant Jr. and Ms. Tanis Marie Bobo., To cherish the remembrance of her legacy are her two brothers Kelvin Taylor Jr. and Zane Taylor; maternal grandparents, Johnny and Karen Arlene Bobo of Troy, N.Y; paternal grandparents, Isaiah (Sr.) and Gwendolyn Grant of Petersburg, Va.; paternal great-grandmother, Mary McCray of Hopewell, Va.; maternal great-grandparents, Jean Edmond Eversley of Troy, N.Y., and John Bobo (Marylou) of Chicago; maternal aunts, Andrea Bobo, Jessica Bobo, both of Troy, N.Y., and LaShawna Bobo of Albany, N.Y.; paternal aunt, Lenora Hubbard (Corey) of Hopewell, Va.; a host of cousins, other relatives and a devoted friend, Talisha Major of Petersburg, Va., A service reflecting the life of Little Miss Reagan will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at the Johnson Funeral Home, Petersburg Chapel, with the Rev. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor of the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, officiating., Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the J.M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, (804) 863-4411.


 


 

Reba T. Wells

Ms. Reba T. Wells, "Little Reba," of 1487 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va., entered eternal peace on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010., She was the daughter of the late Thomas Wells and Elnora Robinson Wells. Reba was also predeceased by her brothers, Tony and Larry Thurston Wells. Reba was born May 1, 1945, and was educated in the Petersburg Public School System. She was a member of New First Baptist Church and was employed by Carter Wallace. Reba adored sterling silver jewelry and loved music., Reba is survived by her sons, Raheem Wells (Roslyn) and Rashaun Wells; an aunt, Alease Watson; sisters, Carrie Ratliffe and Marilyn Wyche; sister-in-law, Catherine Winbush; beloved grandchildren, Imani, Crystal, Iyonnia and Naheem; nephews, Dwayne Ruffin and Tico Wells; nieces, Gloria Gee, Margo Turner (Jerry) and Cileita Wells; great-nephews, Jahkobee Ruffin, Sentwali and Sundiata Shango; several loving family and lifelong friends, Joyce Belfield, Gilbert Bland, Coke Buford, Diane Byrd, Elder Ray Clarke, Linda Clarke, Martha Coley, Calvin Epps, Bertha Glenn, Rebel House, Jean Jones, Hyacinth Lewis, Ester Tucker, Roy Williams and Sandra Wilson. Reba will be greatly missed by numerous others., A special thanks to the staff at Liberty Dialysis Inc., Southside Regional Medical Center and Colonial Heights Health Care and Rehabilitation Center., A joyous homegoing service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; Elder James Clarke, eulogist, and the Rev. Edward L. Fox, officiating. The interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 12:30 p.m. at the funeral establishment., Family and friends will assemble noon at 1519 Floyd St., Petersburg, Va., and may be contacted by calling (804) 733-2823., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911,


 


 

Reeves, Willie

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Willie L. Reeves CHESAPEAKE - Willie Lloyd Reeves, 92, formerly of Portsmouth and known as "Bugs" or "Lloyd," made his final transition Oct. 6, ..... 


 


 

Richard R. NIXON

After leaving the Air Force, Dick ran Hampton Auto Service with his partner, Ken Updike, until he joined United Services Life Insurance of Arlington, Va. After nearly 18 years in the insurance business, he retired in 1999.


 


 

Robert Allen Everett

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Robert Bracey

Robert Alan Bracey CHESAPEAKE - Robert Alan Bracey, 59, of the 700 block of Cozy Corner Drive passed away Oct. 7, 2010 at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. He was born Nov. 3, 1950 in New York. He was predeceased by his father, Thomas Daughtry. He is survived by his wife, Cloyde Bracey; three daughters, Karen Stephenson, Kimberly Alexander and Claudia Massenburg; two sons, Kendrick Alan Hall and Roland Reese; his mother, Shirley M. Bracey; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Interment will be in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Watch service live online at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Robert F. WHITEMAN Sr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Brenda Winder Whiteman; two sons, R. F. Whiteman Jr. and his wife, Rosemarie, Edmund Lewis Whiteman and his wife, Debbie; a daughter, Rebecca Anne Platt and her husband, Jim; and a brother, Douglas F. Whiteman and his wife, Tina of Toronto, Canada. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Rachel, Regan, Matthew, Daniel and James Whiteman, and Emily and Caleb Platt.


 


 

Robert J. JARONCZYK

WILLIAMSBURG - Robert John "Bob" Jaronczyk, age 63, of Williamsburg, passed away on Oct. 9, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

Robert K. GARRETT

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Robert Milton Cunningham

Robert Milton Cunningham GLADSTONE Robert Milton Cunningham, 87, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. Born Sept. 4, 1923, he was a son of the late Rosser Allen and Lyle Megginson Cunningham. He was retired from the C&O Railroad and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. Milton was respected in the community as a musician and entertainer and was known to have had many friends who often came to his home to play music. He is survived by three nieces, Marjorie Newton and husband, Danny, of South Hill, Robbie Hamilton and husband, J. B., of Vancouver, Washington and Mary Ann Bryant and husband, Frankie, of Amherst; two nephews, Richard Haywood Porter and wife, Diane, of Macon, Ga., and Jackie Dee Cunningham and wife, Judy, of Forest; as well as many friends in the area. He was preceded in death by his former wife, Vera McCormick Cunningham; a sister, Cerise Wills; a niece, Virginia Mitchell; and two brothers, Rosser Haywood Cunningham and Johnny Cunningham. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at Driskill Funeral Chapel, Amherst, (434) 946-5529, with the Rev. Bill Evans officiating. A private burial will be in the Megginson Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at Driskill Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gladstone Rescue Squad, 16 Old 13 Road, Gladstone, VA 24553.


 


 

Rockett, Virginia

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Virginia Belle Rockett NORFOLK - Virginia Belle Rockett, 86, went home to be with her beloved family Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. She was the ..... 


 


 

Ronald Lee Beasley

Ronald Lee Beasley Ronald Lee Beasley, 53, born Sept. 4, 1957, departed this life Oct. 10, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Thomas. Ronald is survived by his wife, Dorothea Berger Beasley; loving mother, Queen E. Jackson, and devoted stepfather, James W. Jackson Jr.; one daughter, Shanell Dade (Rohn); two sons, Jamie and Jarrod Morgan; one stepdaughter, Dana Berger; one stepson, Marco Berger; nine grandchildren; two brothers, Junius E. Beasley (Theresa) and Tyron Thomas; four aunts; four uncles; four sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Community Funeral Home. The family is receiving friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at the funeral home and other times at 1815 Rivermont Ave., #14. The cortege will assemble at the funeral home. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral @aol.com. Community Funeral Home is directing.


 


 

Ronald Noakes

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Rosa J. Gray

Rosa J. Gray, Rosa J. Gray, 94, of Waynesboro, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2010, at Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville, Virginia., McCutcheon's Funeral Home will announce complete funeral arrangements. 


 


 

Roy E. HIBBARD Jr.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield, followed by a memorial service at 7 p.m. 


 


 

Rudolph BREWER Sr.

YORKTOWN - Rudolph Brewer Sr., 79, passed away peacefully Oct. 6, 2010. 


 


 

Ruth C. BOLLINGER

HAMPTON - Ruth C. Bollinger, 92, passed away on Oct. 10, 2010, in Northampton Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center. 


 


 

Ruth Christine Ruffin

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Ruth S. ANDREWS

SURRY - Ruth Savedge Andrews, 77, of Surry, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. 


 


 

Ruth S. STEWART

OCEAN SPRINGS, MISS. - Ruth S. Stewart, 93, mother of Donald E. Stewart Jr., died Friday, Oct. 8, 2010. 


 


 

Ruth Scarlott

Ruth K. Scarlott NORFOLK - Prize-winning local artist Ruth K. Scarlott, 87, died peacefully Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010. With her that morning, was her devoted husband of 67 years, Frederick R. Scarlott. Born in Reidsville, N.C. Oct. 27, 1922, Ruth was the daughter of Joseph L. Knowles and Virginia E. Carter Knowles. In addition to Ruth's sister, Virginia Rich and her brother, William Knowles, many other cherished family members predeceased her. Ruth was an honors graduate of Minerva High School in Ohio and an avid student of religious history and the arts throughout her life. During the 1940s she worked as a lab tech at Wright Field and in Mansfield, Ohio. Ruth was a self-taught artist who, in 1957, painted the baptismal mural for a church in Norfolk's Bayview area. In the 1960s she joined a newly forming art association known today as the TAA, or Tidewater Art Alliance. Thus began 50 years of Ruth's participation in local and regional juried art shows. For many years she enjoyed teaching carefully researched lessons for the Found Faithful class at Ocean View Presbyterian. In addition to Ruth's husband Fred, survivors include: a daughter, Carol A. Waters and her husband Steve; son, Joseph C. Scarlott and his wife Susan; grandson, John F. Waters and wife Anita; granddaughter, Stephanie L. Herron and husband Dwight, grandson Michael J. Scarlott and wife Nikki; great-grandchildren, Emily, Jacob, and Daniel Waters and their mother Jennifer; great-grandchildren, Sadie Herron, and Xander and Grey Scarlott; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ruth's family, close neighbors in Pinewell, friends at church, and her dear friends in the Hampton Roads art community knew her as a private soul and a teller of truth as she saw it. She always strove for perfection, measuring her time by art show deadlines. Ruth savored special moments spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She looked forward to each new day and never stopped exercising her brain or her right to vote. Her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, Ruth requested that donations be made to the Lions Club, which once provided her brother Billy with a much-needed pair of glasses; to the Salvation Army, which saved her family one winter long ago with a food basket; or to the local food bank program Fishes and Loaves, c/o Jim Miller, at the church address below. A celebration of life service begins at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, at Ocean View Presbyterian Church, 9200 Tidewater Drive, Norfolk, VA 23503. The Rev. Arthur Jensen will preside.


 


 

Sawyer, Herman

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Herman R. Sawyer SUFFOLK - Graveside services for Herman Robert Sawyer will be held at 1 p.m. today in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral ..... 


 


 

Scarlott, Ruth

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Ruth K. Scarlott NORFOLK - Prize-winning local artist Ruth K. Scarlott, 87, died peacefully Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010. With her that morning, was her ..... 


 


 

Sean Dover

Sean M. Dover SUFFOLK - Sean Monroe Dover, 43, died Oct. 10, 2010 in his home. A native of Bristol, Tenn., he currently worked at Sentara Urgent Care. Mr. Dover retired from the U.S. Navy with 20 years service. He was a Marine Corps and Navy veteran, serving in the Gulf War, Desert Storm, Desert Shield, and lastly Iraqi Freedom, where he was wounded. He attended Horizon Community Church in Chesapeake and was a coach with the Suffolk Youth Athletic Association. Survivors include his wife, Jill R. Dover; one daughter, Erica R. Dover; one son, Deven Dover; mother- and father-in-law, Linda and Farrell Malone of Suffolk; brother-in-law, Eric Malone and wife Louise of Max Meadows, Va.; one brother, Christopher L. Dover of Bristol, Tenn.; and two nephews, Mark and Christopher Dover. A funeral with military honors will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, Suffolk, by Pastor Steve Nethery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home the hour before the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Suffolk Animal Control, Ronald H. Williams Treasurer, 124 Forest Glen Drive, Suffolk, VA 234343. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Snell, Joshua

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Joshua W. Snell CHESAPEAKE - Services for Joshua W. Snell will be held at 11 a.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, ..... 


 


 

Sonya Renee Henrichsen-Raynor

Sonya Renee Henrichsen-Raynor, Sonya Renee Henrichsen-Raynor, 41, of Orange, died on Sunday, October 10, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., She was born on April 28, 1969, in South Ruislippe, England, the daughter of Don Karlkpeter Henrichsen of Waldorf, Maryland, and the late Gun Britt Ingeard Ohlsson Henrichsen., She worked as a registered nurse at the University of Virginia Medical Center., In addition to her father, she is survived by her husband, Jeffrey C. Raynor of Orange; two daughters, Kjersti Britt Raynor and Annika Rose Raynor; two sons, Michael Lavurn Brown and Christian Russell Raynor, all of Orange; two brothers, Erik Peter Henrichsen of Waldorf, Maryland, Lars Krister Henrichsen of Columbus, Indiana; stepmother, Maura Dale Henrichsen of Waldorf, Maryland; father-in-law, Albert Raynor of Orange; mother-in-law, Loraine Raynor of Orange; and a host of other relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, October 15, 2010, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Culpeper with interment to follow at the Ruckersville Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, October 14, 2010, at Preddy Funeral Home, 250 West Main Street, Orange, VA 22960.


 


 

Susan Barr

Susan Grace Warren Barr WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. Mrs. Susan Grace Warren Barr, age 54, a resident of the Wideners Valley Section, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at her residence with her family and many friends by her side. Susan attended John Battle High School and truly enjoyed the outdoors and working on the farm with her family and grandchildren. She was a member of the High Point Baptist Church and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by a loving sister, Cynthia Warren. Susan is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Randy Barr of Glade Spring, Va.; one daughter, Heather Grace Trivett and husband Chad of Glade Spring, Va.; one son, Matt Barr and wife Andrea of Bristol Tennessee; her special grandchildren, Troy and Billy Trivett and Lucas and Cole Barr; her loving parents, Albert "Johnny" Warren and wife Ruth Warren of the Wyndale Community of Washington County, Va.; one sister, Judy Tharpe and husband Steve of Bristol Virginia; one brother, Jeff Warren and wife Ava of Glade Spring; a very special and loving aunt, Gay Childress and her dearest friend, Carol Barr; numerous loving and thoughtful aunts, nieces and nephews; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. She cherished her church family at High Point Baptist Church and would like to thank them for the prayers and the love that was shown to her family. Funeral services for Susan Barr will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, in the High Point Baptist Church with the Pastor Robert Coggins officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Damascus, Va.. Active pallbearers will be R.C. Sheets, Tracy Wright, Jonathan Warren, Eric Hale, Tim Widener and Junior Rouse. Honorary pallbearers will be the women and the men of the High Point Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the Frost Funeral Home on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, from 5 until 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contribution be made to the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Group, 2501 Oak Lawn Ave., Suite 435, Dallas, TX 75219, in memory of Susan Barr. Online condolences can be submitted to the family at


 


 

Thomas Andrew Hayton Sr.

Thomas A. Hayton Sr. Thomas Andrew Hayton Sr., 81, of Wytheville died Monday, Oct. 4, 2010. Funeral service was held Thursday, Oct. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel. Interment was in the Sharon Lutheran Cemetery at Ceres. He was born Aug. 7, 1929, in Ceres, son of the late James Cleveland and Nina Williams Hayton. He was retired from Montgomery County Schools in Rockville, Md., after serving for over 40 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army with service in Germany. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Sawyers Hayton. Survivors include his children and their spouses, Michael R. Ireson and Lan of Lady Lake, Fla., Wanda G. Lyons and Bill of Lexington, S.C., Thomas A. Hayton Jr. of Wytheville, Joann Hayton and Andy of Columbia, S.C.; a brother, James C. "Junior" Hayton of Ceres; grandchildren, Kenny Lyons, Michelle Jones, Robin Lyons and Billy Lyons, all of Lexington, S.C., and Lance Corp. Michael Ireson, USMC, of Jacksonville, N.C.; and six great-grandchildren. On his behalf, the family thanks the staff on Unit B of Carrington Place at Wytheville for caring for him with love and compassion. He was a very special and kind person and will be missed by many. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Thomas Bone

Thomas M. Bone CHESAPEAKE - Thomas M. Bone, 74, passed away Oct. 8, 2010. A native of Illinois, he was the son of the late Muril J. and Dorothy M. Bone. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, K. Irene Bone; two sons, Kenneth and Keith Bone; two daughters, Kenneta Fabing and Kristen Lancaster; five grandchildren, Austin Stewart, Blake Stewart, Abigail Niesen, Destiny Mercer and Emma Lancaster; three sisters, Lucille Richardson, Shirley Timmons and Ada Ulrich; numerous nieces and nephews; and his best friends, Junior Elham and Richard Cortimilia. He was preceded in death by two brothers, James Gilbert Bone and Charles "Chuck" Bone. He was retired from the U.S. Navy after over 30 years of dedicated service, followed by retirement from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard as an outside machinist. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Family Choice Funerals and Cremations, 5401 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends for an hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Albert G. Horton Jr. Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Online condolences may be made at www.FamilyChoiceFunerals.com.


 


 

Thomas Goodman

Thomas Tate Goodman SPRINGFIELD, Va. Thomas Tate Goodman, born Oct. 26, 1957, age 52, died Oct. 9, 2010, at his home, following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Tate Goodman; first wife, Jean Willis Goodman; grandparents, Charlie and Mildred Surber Burkett of Saltville, Va., and Clinton and Gladys Littrell Goodman of Burkes Garden, Va. He is survived by his wife, Laura Sellars Goodman of Springfield; son, Christopher Goodman of Annandale, Va.; mother, Maxzine Burkett Goodman Euzent Benson, and step-father, Chet Benson of Blountville, Tenn.; brother, Keith (wife Cyndy) Goodman of Rockville, Md. He is also survived by nieces, Courtney and Allison Goodman; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at the Ridgedale Methodist Church with Rev. Ernest Yeatts officiating. Burial will follow in the Ridgedale Cemetery. The family will receive friend from 6 until 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Tina S. Thompson

Mrs. Tina Sloan Thompson, of 1317 Lincoln St., Petersburg, Va., died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911,


 


 

Tracy A. McCARTHY

HAMPTON - Tracy Andrew McCarthy, of Hampton, Va., died Oct. 7, 2010. 


 


 

Verna Fitzgerald

FITZGERALD, Verna Elizabeth (Conner), 91, widow of Earl C. Fitzgerald, of 144 Patton Farm Road, died Sunday, October 10, 2010, in the Stuarts Draft Christian Home. She was born May 4, 1919, in Rockbridge County, a daughter of the late Emmett and Cora Bell (Welch) Conner. She was a member of the Stuarts Draft VFW Women's Auxiliary. She was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church for 76 years. Mrs. Fitzgerald was a homemaker. Family members include three daughters and sons-in-law, Elaine and Jim Almarode of Stuarts Draft, Becky and Tom Smiley of Manquin, and Ann and Martin Phillips of Mechanicsville. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 14, 2010, at Calvary United Methodist Church, Stuarts Draft, Va., by the Rev. Walter B. Failes Jr. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at the church and other times at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Jim Almarode, 240 Cambridge Drive, Stuarts Draft. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Shenandoah, P.O. Box 215, Fishersville, Va. 22939, the Food Pantry of Calvary United Methodist Church, 2179 Stuarts Draft Highway, Stuarts Draft, Va. 24477, or to the Memorial Fund of Stuarts Draft Christian Home, 144 Patton Farm Road, Stuarts Draft, Va. 24477. Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family at: henryfuneralhome.net.


 


 

Virene Virginia Creasy

Virene Virginia Turner Creasy, Virene Virginia Turner Creasy, 66, of Blenheim Road, Charlottesville, departed this life on Friday, October 8, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital., She was born on October 23, 1943, in Buckingham County, a daughter of the late Willie Moses and Martha Nell (Gough) Turner., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Emma Mae Washington and Patricia Ann Nelson., Virene was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Keene, Virginia, where she served as an Usher. She worked at Stromberg Carlson for some years, and worked for Mr. and Mrs. Scott Goodman of Charlottesville until becoming ill., She leaves to cherish her memories, a loving and devoted daughter, Deborah Ann Bates of Troy; her son, Mark Creasy of Crozet; one granddaughter, Marika LaShay Bates; two grandsons, Brian and Christopher Bookins of Crozet; devoted employers, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Goodman, Justin, Alex and Andrew Goodman of Charlottesville; six brothers, Willie Turner of Keene, Gary Turner of Esmont, the Reverend Kit C. Turner of Charlottesville, Jeffrey Turner of Seattle, Washington, Calvin Turner of Ruckersville andJason Turner of Hagerstown, Maryland; and three sisters, Audrey Elaine Feggans of Esmont, the Reverend Phyllis Hudson of Richmond, and Varnessa Agee of Palmyra., A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, October 14, 2010, at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Keene by the Reverend Otis Donaldson. Burial will follow at the church cemetery., The viewing will be one hour prior to the service at the church., Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville is handling the arrangements.


 


 

Virginia Rockett

Virginia Belle Rockett NORFOLK - Virginia Belle Rockett, 86, went home to be with her beloved family Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Lennie and Rose Rowe of Matthews, Va. She was predeceased by her husband, Bernard Rockett and granddaughter, Stacey Williams. She is survived by four daughters, JoAnn Shannon, Alice "Patches" Gordon, Brenda Marks (Tom), Carol Burton (Mark); four sons, Joe Gordon, Bernie Rockett, James and Robert Shontz; 26 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; a sister, Geraldine Atherton of Mathews. A memorial service will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St., Norfolk. Watch service live online at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Walter Burton Sr. (In Memoriam)

BURTON - In loving memory of my husband, Walter S. Burton Sr. God called you home October 12, 2000. There is not a day that goes by that you are not missed. Your Wife and Children 


 


 

Wesley Edison "Joe" Bell Jr.

Wesley Edison Bell, Jr. "Joe" Wesley Edison Bell, Jr., 46, of 4393 Marysville Road, Altavista died Monday, October 11, 2010 at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born January 8, 1964 in Campbell County, the son of the late Wesley Edison Bell and Ruby Thacker Bell. He was a retired carpenter with Sydney B. Allen Construction. He is survived by three brothers, William Bell and his wife Dinia of Hurt, Jerry Bell of Altavista and Terry Bell and his wife Mary of Long Island; and five sisters, Patsy Mitchell and Ginger Tweedy and her husband Jimmy, both of Altavista, Thressa Faye Bailey of Bedford, Cathy Fincham and her husband Junior of Gladys and Sandy Kelley and her husband Otey of Renan. He was preceded in death by one brother, Tim Bell and one nephew, Kevin Neal. A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church by the Rev. Terry Wiler with interment to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday at Finch & Finch Funeral and Cremation Service, Altavista and other times at the residence. The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider the Campbell County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 4123, Lynchburg, VA 24501. To send condolences, please visit www.finchand finchfuneralservice.com.


 


 

West, Jack

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Jack L. West VIRGINIA BEACH - Jack L. West, 74, went to be with our Lord Oct. 9, 2010 at a local hospital surrounded ..... 


 


 

White, Ronda

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Ronda Gail White CHESAPEAKE - Ronda Gail White, of the 2000 block of Maywood Street passed away Oct. 10, 2010. A loving daughter, mother, .....


 


 

Wilber R. Haley , Sr. 

Oct 12, 2010 The funeral for Wilber Ray Haley Sr., 90, formerly of Martinsville, who died Oct. 6, 2010, at the VA Veteran Care Center in Roanoke, was held Monday at Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home. The Rev. Tim Mills and Dr. Mike Hatfield officiated. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park with military honors by the Martinsville/Henry County Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Bill McDaniel, Jimmy Paris, Van Wells, Randy Dyer, Gary Frith, Jeff Lovell and Herbert Gibbs.


 


 

Wilhelmina R. PARKER

BEAUFORT, S.C. - Wilhelmina Ramey Parker, 72, of Beaufort, S.C., formerly of Seafood, Va., passed away Oct. 8, 2010, after a long illness in Bayview Manor Nursing Home.


 


 

William Bolton

BOLTON, William Curtis "Billy," 69, of Henrico, Virginia, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2010. He is survived by his stepbrother, Norman Montgomery. Billy worked for American Tobacco for over 25 years. Visitation will be Monday, October 11, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, October 12, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Virginia. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Richmond, Virginia.


 


 

Williams, Russell

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Russell L. Williams NORFOLK - Russell L. Williams passed away Oct. 8, 2010 at Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center. He was born Aug. 19, ..... 


 


 

Willie Hilliard Jr.

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Willie Reeves

Willie L. Reeves CHESAPEAKE - Willie Lloyd Reeves, 92, formerly of Portsmouth and known as "Bugs" or "Lloyd," made his final transition Oct. 6, 2010 at Washington Hospital Center, Washington, D.C. Born in Gilmerton, Va., Aug. 12, 1918, he was the only child of the late Mary Magdeline Williams Reeves and Freeman Reeves. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his son, attorney Willie Lloyd Reeves Jr.; daughter, Loretta Reeves; former wife, Cornetta Riddick Reeves; adopted daughter, Queen Wiggins; dedicated friend, Earl Jefferson; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in Ebenezer Baptist Church, Portsmouth. The family will receive friends at 409 Patriot Lane, Chesapeake. Viewing will begin today from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The body will be in the church at 11 a.m. Final arrangements are entrusted to Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth. Online condolences may be sent to www.fisherfuneral.com.

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