Thursday, November 18, 2010

Virginia Obituaries 11/18/10


 

ANNE ARRINGTON

ARRINGTON, Anne Hurt "Anna," 76, of Richmond, died November 12, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Charles Breckenridge Arrington Jr. "Breck"; children, Jessica Hill Gould (Scott) of Santa Rosa, Calif., Joel Hurt Jones (Maria) of New York City, Anne Ridley Jones-Drennan (Dan) of Carpinteria, Calif.; grandchild, Robert Taylor Bilbao of San Francisco, Calif.; stepchildren, Elisabeth Arrington Cox (Richard) of Richmond, Anne Taylor Arrington (Daniel Schneider) of Missoula, Mont., Charles B. Arrington III (Luann) of Bay City, Mich., Robert Nash Arrington (Laraine) of Lawrenceville, Ga.; foster daughter, Lesleigh Gasbarre (Nick) of Agoura, Calif.; stepgrandchildren, Mary Taylor Walsh of Brunswick, Maine, Elisabeth Anne Arrington of Bay City, Mich., Sophia May Arrington and John Charles Arrington of Lawrenceville, Ga.; sisters, Martha Hurt Loewy of Philadelphia, Pa., Sally Hurt Fleming (Dr. Lamar) of Atlanta, Ga., Clyde Hurt Feil (Otto) of Atlanta, Ga.; and six nieces and nephews. Anna was born August 20, 1934 in Atlanta where she grew up. Her parents, Anne Phillips Ridley Beauchamp and William Beauchamp, as well as her adoptive father and Anne's second husband, Joel Hurt III, all predeceased her. Anna graduated from Washington Seminary for Girls (now the Westminster Schools) in 1952 and from Hollins College (now University) in 1956. She married Robert M. Jones in 1956. She began her professional life as a dancer in New York City and as an actress in Williamsburg, Va., and Cleveland, Ohio. The couple moved to Los Angeles, Calif. in 1959, where Anna began teaching in private and public schools. After her marriage ended, she worked in television production. Changing her career path in 1976, she worked as a public affairs analyst at the Atlantic Richfield Company in Los Angeles. In 1978, she was named the Arts and Humanities Program Officer for the Atlantic Richfield Foundation, one of the major corporate foundations in the country at that time. She became nationally respected and much beloved for her work with non-profit organizations throughout the country, as well as in the Los Angeles arts community. She led in many ground-breaking arts projects, just a few examples of which were the Black Folk Arts Exhibit and the Hispanic Arts in America Exhibit, both initially at the Corcoran Gallery in Washington, D.C., and the early activities of the Simon Wiesenthal Center of Holocaust Studies in Los Angeles. She was the founding president of Arts Inc., a non-profit entity providing support to a wide range of organizations in the Los Angeles basin. In 1979, she married Breck Arrington, a widower and lawyer/executive with the Atlantic Richfield Company. They took early retirement from ARCO and its Foundation at the end of 1985, moving to Washington, D.C. Anna became Director of Development for the Aspen Music Festival in New York City and Aspen, Colo., while Breck served as vice president of a Washington, D.C. consulting firm. After three years of service with Aspen, Anna turned to consulting work with a number of significant cultural organizations. In 1991, the couple moved to Richmond, living in the Church Hill Old and Historic District. At that point, Anna retired but partnered with Breck in his capacity as executive vice president (chief operating officer) of


 


 

Alexander Bailey

Alexander Bailey SUFFOLK - Alexander "Mickey" Bailey, beloved husband, father and brother, passed away peacefully Nov. 11, 2010. A lifelong resident of Suffolk, he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in Suffolk and later attended Norfolk State College (now University). He was born Feb. 10, 1934 to Elijah Bailey Jr. and Calethia Bryant Bailey, both having preceded him in death. Also having preceded him in death are a sister, Claudette Ross and a grandson, Derek Barnes. Alexander is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Bailey; his children, Vickie Clark (Bernard) of Conroe, Texas, Jeffrey Bailey of Suffolk, Pamela Bailey of Conroe, Texas, William Bailey of Norfolk and Crystal Bailey of Suffolk. He has one surviving brother, Willard Bailey of Chesapeake, and two sisters, Carol Dixon of Pensacola, Fla., and Angelina Cunningham (Leroy) of Sumter, S.C.; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. In honor of his life, family and friends will visit to share words of comfort and encouragement Saturday, Nov. 20. The wake will be held from 10 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. with the homegoing celebration beginning at noon. Both services will be held in Metropolitan Baptist Church, 125 County St., Suffolk, with Pastor Robert Hobbs officiating. Crocker Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.crockerfuneralhome. com.


 


 

Alexander "Mickey" Bailey

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Allan Basnight

Allan A. Basnight MIDLOTHIAN, Va. - Allan A. "Joe" Basnight, 97, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2010. Joe was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion Post 186. He was a member of Norfolk Lodge No. 1 A.F. & A.M., the Scottish Rite Bodies, Khedive Temple and active member of the Drum Corps. Joe was also a member of Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church in Midlothian. He is survived by his wife, Eugenia M. Basnight; a daughter, Mary Donovan of Laurel, Md.; son, Allan Lee Basnight and wife Brenda of Montgomery, Ala.; a brother, William "Harry" Basnight of Norfolk; four grandchildren, James, Carri, Mark and Erin; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, with Pastor Jerry Qualls officiating. The family will receive friends the hour prior. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon- brown.com.


 


 

Alma Berry

BERRY, Alma Miles, 85, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at Hanover Health Care. She was born May 12, 1925 in King William, Va., on the Pamunkey Indian Reservation. She was the daughter of the late Junius and Juliet Miles. She retired from the American Tobacco Company after 19 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert F. Berry; and sister, Audrey M. Bryan. She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Thelma Childress Sutton and husband, Chris, of New Kent and Mary "Lois" Snyder of Philadelphia; two stepsons, Richard Berry and wife, Sharon, of Varina and Thomas Berry and wife, Carolyn, of Chesterfield; eight grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mildred Moore of King William and Louise Pasko of Chesapeake; and one brother, Donald Miles of Philadelphia. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Pamunkey Indian Baptist Church, on the Pamunkey Indian Reservation in King William, Va., with interment at the church cemetery.


 


 

Ames, Dorothy

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Dorothy J. Ames VIRGINIA BEACH - Mrs. Dorothy J. Ames, 86, died Nov. 16, 2010. She was born in Virginia Beach (formerly Princess Anne ..... 


 


 

Anne Eustis

Anne D. Eustis PORTSMOUTH - Anne Duncan Eustis, 87, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. She was the widow of the late Peter Eustis and a devoted member of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church where a memorial service will be held in early December. Loving Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.


 


 

Annie B. Creighton

Mrs. Annie Brooks Creighton, formerly of Church Road, died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at the Chippenham Medical Center. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the J.M. Johnson and Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, 804-863-4411.


 


 

Arthur Matthew Crocker

Arthur Matthew Crocker Arthur Matthew Crocker, age 74, of Culpeper died Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at Culpeper Regional Hospital after courageously fighting chronic lung disease for over five years. He was born April 17, 1936 in Erie, Pa. to the late Edward M. and Susan Kettern Crocker., He was raised in Erie and entered the, after high school, serving 6 years. He then began his career as a Communications Officer with the Department of State. He retired in 1989 after 28 years of service. In retirement he found great enjoyment in hiking with his wife and in square dancing with the Greene Cloverleafs Square Dance Club., He is survived by his devoted wife of almost 50 years, Bonnie Jo Crocker. He is also survived by his children and their spouses - Theresa and Michael Coppola of Charlottesville, Ann Crocker of Sterling, Timothy and Holly Crocker of Bristow, James and Hope Crocker of Stevensburg, Steven and Misty Crocker of Floydada, Texas and Carol and Ben Kelsey of Stevensburg. He was the proud grandfather of 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. His siblings, Marian Otteni of Girard, Pa., Betty Kingsbury of Fairfax, Va., and Madalyn Koscelnik of The Villages, Fla. also survive him., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six siblings - Alice Brown, Howard Crocker, Edward "Bud" Crocker, Carl Crocker, John Crocker and Jean Hetz., The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 21, 2010 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, November 22, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Precious Blood Catholic Church, 114 East Edmondson Street, Culpeper, Va. with Father Leo Zonneveld officiating., Interment will follow in Culpeper National Cemetery., The family would like to thank Dr. Sok Yi and Lori Eaton as well as the nursing staff at Culpeper Regional Hospital for their excellent care., In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Epiphany School or to the Culpeper Regional Hospital, Foundation for Cardio Pulmonary Rehabilitation, 501 Sunset Lane, Suite 102, Culpeper, VA 22701. An online guestbook and tribute wall is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper, is handling the arrangements.


 


 

Ayres, Vickie

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Vickie Sue Ayres CHESAPEAKE - It is with both sadness and celebration of a soul's new beginning that we say good-bye to Vickie Sue .....


 


 

BETSY DAVIS

DAVIS, Betsy C., departed this life November 15, 2010. She is survived by her loving and devoted family. Funeral services are scheduled for Friday, November 19, 2010, 11 a.m. at Woodville Presbyterian Church, 1728 N. 28th Street. Rev. Jerome Bennett officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service.


 


 

BETTY SHUPE

Betty Jennings Shupe Betty Jennings Shupe, 77, of Appomattox died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, in Virginia Baptist Hospital. She was the wife of the late M. C. Shupe. Born in Lynchburg, on Dec. 25, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Claude Emory Jennings and the late Gertrude Wooten Jennings Olesh. Betty retired as a bus driver for the Appomattox School System after 37 years service and was a member of the Baptist faith. She is survived by four sons, Larry Franklin and wife, Debbie of Amherst, Edward Franklin, Dennis Franklin both of Appomattox, and Mark Franklin and wife, Janet of Spout Spring; the father of her four sons, Clarence Franklin; four step-children; three sisters, Alice Layne and her husband, William of Spout Spring, Claudine Horn and husband, Johnnie of Concord, and Martha J. Moore of Gladstone; six grandchildren, Justin, Johnathon, Hollie and Matthew Franklin, Leslie Woolridge and Sarah Irvin; two great-grandchildren; and six step-grandchildren. The family would like to express their thanks to the staff at Appomattox Health and Rehabilitation Center for the wonderful care they gave to Betty. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Friday Nov. 19, 2010, at Robinson Funeral Home by pastor Paul Kvasnicka with burial following in Liberty Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today, Thursday, Nov. 18, form 7 to 8:30 p.m. and other times at the home of her son, Mark, 904 Tanglewood Road, Spout Spring. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family and online Condolence may be sent at www.robinsonfuneral.com.


 


 

Bailey, Alexander

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Alexander Bailey SUFFOLK - Alexander "Mickey" Bailey, beloved husband, father and brother, passed away peacefully Nov. 11, 2010. A lifelong resident of Suffolk, he ..... 


 


 

Barbara Martin 

Nov 18, 2010 Barbara Martin, 75, of 1211 Maxine Road, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Hairston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Barbara Spence Carroll

CARROLL, Barbara Spence, 85, passed away early November 15, 2010, following a long illness. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Richard W. Carroll. Surviving family members include her five children, Charles Carroll, Marsha Carroll, Dr. Steven Carroll and his wife, Carolyn, Dr. Jane Hilton, and Ann Hardin and her husband, Mike; 10 grandchildren, Nate Carroll, Chris Carroll, Mike TerAvest, Tim Carroll, Jessica TerAvest, Leigh Hilton, Craig Hilton, Nicole Carroll, Elizabeth Hardin and Andrew Hardin; two great-grandchildren, Ella Carroll and Jonas Hilton; as well as special sister-in-law, Ruth Carroll. Mrs. Carroll was active in Girl Scouting and continued to volunteer with that long after her daughters were grown. A skilled knitter, avid hiker and amateur painter, she was well loved by all of her family and friends. She will be missed by all who knew her. The family would like to express their gratitude to Rosewood Village for the special care given to Barbara. A memorial gathering will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at Teague Funeral Home. Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Barbi W. Schofield 

Nov 18, 2010 Barbi Watkins Schofield, 42, of Willis, died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at Pioneer Community Hospital, Stuart. Funeral arrangements are pending at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. 


 


 

Basnight, Allan

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Allan A. Basnight MIDLOTHIAN, Va. - Allan A. "Joe" Basnight, 97, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2010. Joe was a U.S. Army veteran of ..... 


 


 

Bennie Lee Madison

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Bennie Lee Madison Jr.

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Berlin, Shirley

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Shirley Berlin VIRGINIA BEACH - Shirley Frances Yavner Berlin, 88, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at her home in The Terrace at Beth .....


 


 

Betty Clark

CLARK, Betty C., 65, of Henrico, passed away, Monday, November 15, 2010. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Clark. Betty worked for Wolff Fording for 35 years, enjoyed shopping and playing Bingo on the computer. The family will receive visitors from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 18, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., where services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 19. Interment will be at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Richmond Animal Shelter, 11401 International Drive, Richmond, Va. 23236.


 


 

Boston M. Lackey Jr.

July 5, 1921-Nov. 16, 2010, The Rev. Dr. Boston McGee Lackey Jr. died at his home on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010., He was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Jane Dudley Lackey, and his parents, the Rev. Boston McGee Lackey Sr. and Janet Matthews Lackey of Lenior, N.C., He is survived by his son, Boston McGee Lackey III and wife, Dixie; his daughter, Jane Lackey Rives, all of Petersburg, Va.; and his brother, Dr. Robert S. Lackey and wife, Julia, of Chapel Hill, N.C. and their four children and families; grandchildren, Rawn Hyatt (Ewing), Bo Jenkins (Dawn), Dorset Brown (Jimmy), Tim Rives, Raleigh Rives; and 10 great-grandchildren., Mr. Lackey grew up in Lenior, N.C., and attended the University of North Carolina, graduating in 1942; he then entered The Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Va. Upon graduation, he moved to Waterbury, Conn., where he was chaplain at St. John's Episcopal Church. Afterwards, he moved to Shelby, N.C., and became rector of Episcopal Church of the Redeemer. In June 1947, he was married and moved to Asheboro, N.C., where he was rector of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church. He moved to Petersburg, Va., in August 1952, where he was rector of Christ & Grace Episcopal Church for 36 years until his retirement in 1988. Following retirement, he was priest-in-charge at Merchants Hope Episcopal Church in Prince George, Va., until 1998. During his lifetime of ministry, he touched the lives of countless individuals. He will be truly missed., The funeral service will be held at Christ & Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, VA 23805, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010. A reception in the Parish Fellowship Hall will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ & Grace Episcopal Church. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Condolences may be registered at


 


 

Britt, Jane

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Jane Darden Britt MOUNT AIRY - Jane Darden Britt, 84, widow of Dr. T.C. Britt Jr., passed away peacefully Monday, Nov. 8, 2010, at .....


 


 

Brown, James

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

James W. Brown VIRGINIA BEACH - The Reverend James Williamson Brown Jr. died Nov. 13, 2010. He was born Feb. 23, 1929 and was ..... 


 


 

CADY WELLS

Cady Ford Wells Cady Ford Wells, 96, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Born in Richmond, she was the daughter of the late John Henry Ford and the late Dora Milton Ford Smith. In addition to he parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Claudia F. Allen and one son-in-law, Clarence Johnson. Cady was a member of the Pentecostal Faith and a retired employee of the Leighton Heel Co. She was blessed with her loving family and friends. She is survived by three daughters, Doris W. Johnson, Nancy Parrish and her husband, Willie and Gladys Daniel and her husband, James, all of Lynchburg; five grandchildren, Judy Perrow and her husband, Malcolm, Mike Parrish and his wife, Wanda, Violet Mason and her husband, Wendell, Dale Daniel and his wife, Melissa and David Johnson; eleven great grandchildren, William, Steven and Joseph Perrow, Angel and Joy Mason, Allen, Kathryn and Cheyanne Daniel, Nathan and Makalya Parrish and Jennifer Johnson and four great, great grandchildren. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Spring Hill Cemetery by the Reverend Wayne Hudson. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., tonight, Nov. 18, 2010, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. Her family sends a special "Thank You" to Susan Maupin of Team Nurse, the Lynchburg Rescue Squad, the Lynchburg General E.R. Dept. and the Lynchburg General Medical Intensive Care Unit. To send condolences and messages online, please go to www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Timberlake Chapel is serving the Wells family.


 


 

CAROLYN STEWARD

Carolyn A. Steward Carolyn A. Steward, 71, of Madison Heights, passed away Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at Runk & Pratt, in Forest. She was born June 22, 1939, to the late Amos and Marie Parks Harvey. Carolyn was preceded in death by one sister, Barbara L. Moore; two aunts, Olga Mae Parks and Thelma Leftwich; two uncles, William Leftwich and Lorenzo Parks; one nephew, Keith Moore; one brother-in-law, Maurice Moore. She was employed by Lynchburg General Hospital as a Registered Nurse. Those left to cherish her memories are, her husband, Robert Steward, of Madison Heights; two sons, Marvis Steward, of Glen Burnie, M.D. and Byron N. Steward (Cynthia) of Lynchburg; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one niece, Sheila Franklin, of Hampton; one nephew,the Rev. Gary Moore, of Bluefield, W.Va. and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at Lovingston Baptist Church with Rev. Edward Austin, officiating Pastor and the Rev. Gary Moore, as Eulogist. The interment will be in the Forest Hill Burial Park. The family will receive friends Friday at the Funeral Home from 7 to 8 p.m. and other times at the residence. Condolences may be sent to www.Davis-Turner.com. Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service.


 


 

Callaway, Jeanette Arnold

Monday, November 15, 2010 1:00 AM 

In Loving Memory Of Jeanette Arnold Callaway November 13, 1954 - May 2, 2010 Since you'll never be forgotten, we pledge today a hallowed .....


 


 

Carlton B. Rhodes

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Charles Marshall Sipple

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Chris Dickens (In Memoriam)

DICKENS - Chris D. Happy 29th Birthday Chris. We love & miss you. Love Mom, Dad & Family.


 


 

Clarence D. Oliver

A funeral service for Mr. Clarence Doctor Oliver, 88, of 220 Summit St., Petersburg, who departed this life on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, will be held noon Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Union Baptist Church, 212 Terminal St., Hopewell, with the pastor, Joshua N. King, officiating. The interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Dinwiddie. The family is asked to assemble at the residence at 11 a.m. on the day of the service. The family may be contacted by calling 732-3731., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg.


 


 

Clemma Cupp

Clemma J. Cupp CHESAPEAKE - Clemma Jane Cupp, 88, of the 4200 block of Redfern Lane, formerly of Willow Terrace, Norfolk, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. Born in Burnwell, Ky., Clemma was the widow of Thomas D. Cupp. Clemma is survived by two sons, Daniel L. Cupp ( Lucy ) of Norfolk and Richard L. Cupp (Debra) of Chesapeake; two brothers, Bobby G. Patterson of Stockton, Calif., and Charles Patterson of Pasadena, Md.; four grandchildren, Paul D. Cupp (Patricia), Jeannie C. Miller (Dale Thomas), Joel T. Cupp, Justin L. Cupp (Katie); five great-grandchildren, Christian A. Cupp, Dylan P. Cupp, Isabelle M. Cupp, Alena B. Miller, and Rose M. Cupp. She was predeceased by two sisters, Lillie Fields and Delores Arnold, and four brothers, Herbert, Russell, James and Clarence Patterson. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 8 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in Bayview Baptist Church. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Forest Memorial Park in Milton, W. Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bayview Baptist Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Cora Roscoe

Cora Lee Roscoe NORFOLK - Cora Lee Roscoe, 63, passed away Nov. 12, 2010. She was born March 21, 1947 to the late Alice and Fellie Edward Sessoms. She is survived by three daughters, Bonita Boyd (David Sr.), Catrice Roscoe and Danielle Sanderson; one son, Horace Roscoe Jr.; one sister, Theresa Byrd; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a very special friend, Daniel Sanderson; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. John AME Church, 545 E. Bute St. The family will receive friends 7 to 8 p.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Cosenza, Phillip

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Phillip W. Cosenza VIRGINIA BEACH - Phillip Wayne Cosenza, 46, of Virginia Beach, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Chesapeake General Hospital after ..... 


 


 

Couch, Thomas

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Thomas A. Couch VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomas Autrey Couch, 82, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Atlantic Shores. Born in Roaring Gap, N.C., .....


 


 

Cradle, Lillian

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Card Of Thanks Deaconess Lillian Lucille Cradle During these trying hours, the presence of friends have been one of our sustaining elements. Your prayers .....


 


 

Cupp, Clemma

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Clemma J. Cupp CHESAPEAKE - Clemma Jane Cupp, 88, of the 4200 block of Redfern Lane, formerly of Willow Terrace, Norfolk, passed away Tuesday, ..... 


 


 

Cynthia Lorraine Jefferson

Cynthia Lorraine Jefferson Cynthia Lorraine Jefferson, age 47, of Columbia, Md., died on November 8, 2010. Cynthia is the beloved daughter of Gladys Lockett. She is survived by one sister, Terry Barham; three brothers: Conway Gordon, IV, Jonathan Lockett, and James Lockett, Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The funeral services will be held at Horizon Funeral Home, 750 Old Brandy Road, Culpeper, Va., on Saturday November 20, 2010, at 1 p.m. with interment following at Fairview Cemetery. Viewing will be at Horizon Funeral Home on Friday, November 19, 2010 starting at 1 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Arrangements by Horizon Funeral Home of Culpeper.


 


 

DANNY BOWES

Daniel Scott Bowes Daniels Scott Bowes "Danny", 46, of Lynchburg lost his battle to lung cancer on Sunday, Nov. 14, in his home. Danny was born Oct. 29, 1964, in Richmond, to Roy and Evelyn Bowes. He worked for Dodson Bros Pest Control for more than 20 years. He was a very spiritual person and attended church at Mt. Hermon Baptist. Danny is survived by his fianc‚ Nora Roach of Lynchburg, his daughter Devin Rose, husband Shawn and granddaughter Kylie Rose of West Point; his mother Evelyn Crisman of Milford, a sister, Vicky Watson of Ivor, brothers; Michael Bowes and wife Laurie of King William, Patrick Bowes and wife Dorothea of Caroline County, many nieces, nephews, cousins and four of many very close friends; Neil Musil, John Umbel, Curtis Hosey and David Lanham II. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m. at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church with Pastor Rob Fox presiding. A lunch reception will follow. In leiu of flowers, the family would like donations be made to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Danny loved to play music and sing. He was a great father and friend. He will be truly missed by all. We love you Danny!


 


 

Damon Finney (In Memoriam)

FINNEY - Damon Happy Birthday. Mom miss and love you. Love, Mom, Dad, Grandmas & Aunt Wendy 


 


 

Daniel Scott Bowes

BOWES, Daniel Scott Bowes, 46, died Sunday, November 14, 2010. He was the husband of Darlene Annette Bowes for 25 years. Daniel was born October 29, 1964 in Richmond, the son of Evelyn Cooper Crisman of Caroline County, Va. For over 20 years, Daniel worked as the Regional Supervisor for Dodson Brothers Pest Control. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Devin Rose and husband, Shawn of West Point; a granddaughter, Kylie Rose; a sister, Vickie Watson; two brothers, Mike Bowes and Patrick Bowes all of Virginia; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2010 in the chapel of Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com


 


 

Darnell, Vivian

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM

Vivian Dare Darnell CHESAPEAKE - Vivian Dare Darnell, 84, passed away Nov. 17, 2010. A native of Pitt County, North Carolina, she was the ..... 


 


 

David Keith Helton

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Deloise Holiday

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Deloise R. Holiday

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Donald Thomas 

Nov 18, 2010 The funeral for Donald "Oop" Lee Thomas, 61, of 109 North Moss St., Martinsville, who died Nov. 15, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Hines Funeral Services with the Rev. Eric F. Hairston officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends before the service Saturday at the funeral home. He was born in Martinsville on March 2, 1949, to Buford Wright Sr. and Catherine Thomas Wright. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Patsy T. Macklin. Thomas served in the Army. He worked at Lynwood Golf and County Club for 10 years before becoming disabled. He was a member of the Sportsmen Club. He attended Pilgram Missionary Baptist Church. Surviving are a sister, Reginia Wright of Martinsville; and three brothers, Jerry Thomas and Buford Wright Jr., both of Martinsville, and Carl Wright of Mt. Holly, N.J.


 


 

Dorothy Ames

Dorothy J. Ames VIRGINIA BEACH - Mrs. Dorothy J. Ames, 86, died Nov. 16, 2010. She was born in Virginia Beach (formerly Princess Anne County) and was the daughter of the late James and Ellen Johnson. Dorothy was preceded in death by her former husband, Therman E. Ames Sr., brother, James Johnson Jr. and his wife Bernice Johnson. She had retired as a teacher with the Virginia Beach City Public School system and was a member of New Saint John AME Church. Dorothy is survived by her four children, Therman E. Ames Jr. of Norfolk, Claude D. Ames and wife Shelia of Orange County, California, Carolyn A. Stevens of McLean, Va., and Larry E. Ames and wife Glenda of Virginia Beach; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one nephew, three nieces and a host of other relatives and loyal friends. A celebration of Dorothy's life will be held Nov. 20 at 11 a.m. in First Baptist South Hill, 3633 Galberry Road, Chesapeake, VA 23323. A viewing will be from 2 to 8 p.m. today, Nov. 19, at the funeral home. The family will also receive friends at Riddick Funeral Service, 1225 Norview Ave., Norfolk, today, Nov. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. Woodlawn Memorial Park is the place of burial. www.riddickfuneralservices.com.


 


 

Doughtie, Shauhon

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Shauhon M. Doughtie CHESAPEAKE - Graveside services for Shauhon M. Doughtie will be held at 11 a.m. today in Olive Branch Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral ..... 


 


 

EDITH WILLIAMS

Edith Gwendolyn Johnson Williams Edith Gwendolyn Johnson Williams, 81, of Bedford, died Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010, at Bedford Memorial Hospital. Born in Bedford, Virginia on Dec. 20, 1928, a daughter of the late Carey Johnson and Effie Belle Hughes Johnson. She confessed Christ at an early age at Washington Street Baptist Church. She worked as an LPN with Bedford Memorial Hospital for 35 plus years. She loved spending time with family and friends while cooking and serving them with hospitality. Edith is survived by her loving husband, Frank A. Williams; five children, Dennis Murphy and his wife, Marionette, Sharon Foxx and her husband, Alfred, Ferris Murphy and his wife, Rita, Georgiann Watts and her husband, Tom, Gwendolyn Lewis and her husband, Robert; her nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a brother, Clyde Johnson, Sr. and his wife, Hannah. A celebration of Edith's life will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Washington Street Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. H.A. Henderson officiating with burial to follow in the Fairmont Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010 at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford. To send condolences online please visit www.tharp funeralhome.com. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, (540) 586-3443.


 


 

Earl Dean Hill

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Edgar B. "Eddie" Patterson

Edgar B. "Eddie" Patterson BRISTOL, Va. Edgar B. "Eddie" Patterson, age 57, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at his home. He was born Dec. 15, 1953, in Bristol Tennessee, son of the late Norman and Mary Myers Patterson. He has lived his life in the Bristol area and was retired from Wackenhut Security. Eddie was a 1972 graduate of East High School, graduate of ETSU and a member of Celebration Church. Survivors include: wife, Pam K. Blanton Patterson; daughters, Rhonda Duncan, Rhonda Blanton, Tabby Usary and husband Chris, Brandy Melton and husband Tim; grandchildren, Maggie, Jacob, Noah and Lucas Roller, Taylor Blanton, Logan and Chloe Melton; mother-in-law, Violet Freeman; several nieces and nephews. A funeral service was held Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Robert Russell and Mark Lowe officiating. The family received friends from 6-8 prior to the funeral service or other times at 2309 Windsor Ave., Bristol, TN. At Mr. Patterson's request, his body will be cremated. Honorary pallbearers will be Dale Moore, Danny Jessee, Roger Wangsgard, Walter Harrison, Butch Tritt, John Williams, Mark Lowe and T.J. Darnell. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Celebration Church, 429 Shipley Ferry Road, Blountville, TN 37617. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

Edith Mary Belle Scott Brown

BROWN, Edith Mary Belle Scott, 90, of Goochland, Va., was welcomed to her heavenly home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, November 12, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Pollie Towles Scott; eight brothers, Jocob, Joseph, Daniel, James, Benjamin, Major, Allen and Johnnie Scott; and one sister, Elizabeth. She is survived by one brother, Beverly Scott of Richmond, Va.; and one sister-in-law, Betty Scott of Jacksonville, Fla.; several devoted nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Her remains rest at the Robert Mealy Funeral Home, 2530 Dogtown Rd., Goochland, Va. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 19, 2010, 12 noon at Fauquier Baptist Church, 2455 Dogtown Rd., Goochland, Va. Pastor Melvin A. Woodson officiating. Interment church cemetery.


 


 

Edward Hunter Bryant Jr.

BRYANT, Edward Hunter Jr., 74, died peacefully on November 15, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Powers Bryant; and his daughter, Ellen Eames Bryant of Washington, D.C. He was a loving husband and father, a caring friend, a devoted volunteer and a committed Christian. Mr. Bryant was the son of Matylda Anne Reece Bryant and Edward Hunter Bryant of Richmond. He grew up in Richmond, attended Richmond public schools and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. He attended Christ Church School for postgraduate studies. Mr. Bryant attended Hampden-Sydney College and received his B.A. degree from Greensboro College in Greensboro, N.C. While a student at Greensboro College, he served as Student Government President. He was proud of his involvement in the 1960 Civil Rights movement that took place in Greensboro, including the sit in at the Woolworth's store. He was a 1964 graduate of the T.C. Williams School of Law of the University of Richmond and a member of the Virginia State Bar Association. He was involved in mortgage banking and founded Real Estate Resources, Inc. in 1986. He served as a volunteer on many boards and especially enjoyed his years as a volunteer at Richmond Hill, where he served as treasurer. An important part of his life centered around the Wednesday Morning Men's Fellowship Group, a unique and supportive group of Christian friends. He was a member of the Commonwealth Club and the Richmond Cotillion. Ed Bryant had a wonderful wit and sense of humor. He loved his family, his many friends and spending time in Bath County. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 19, 2010 at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 6000 Grove Ave., Richmond, Virginia. Burial will be private. Ed Bryant loved bright and happy colors and, in keeping with family tradition, we ask that you wear them to the service. Following the service, the family invites everyone to join them at a reception celebrating the life of Edward Hunter Bryant Jr. in the St. Stephen's Church Parrish Hall. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 6000 Grove Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226.


 


 

Elmer Clifton Prater

Elmer Clifton Prater MEADOWVIEW, Va. Elmer Clifton Prater, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lola A. Prater. He is survived by three sons, Rocky M. Prater and wife Cindy of Abingdon, Va., Paul Prater and wife Connie, of Abingdon, Lane Prater and wife Nancy of Cedar Bluff, Va.; one brother, Harry Prater of Glade Spring, Va.; three sisters, Ollie Morrison of Sidney, Ohio, Virginia Trent of Glade Spring, Elizabeth Sheppard of Abingdon; seven grandchildren, Ryan Prater, Natasha Prater, Ashley Prater Curtis, Timothy Prater, Marissa Prater, Rachella Prater, and Bethany Prater; two great-granddaughters, Montana and McKennzie. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at the Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Phillip Hale officiating. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday at the Blackwell Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Family and friends may also visit at the home of Rocky and Cindy Prater, 18285 Spring Lake Road, Abingdon, VA; or at the home of Lane and Nancy Prater, 1914 Raven Nest Branch, Cedar Bluff, VA, at anytime. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Esther Kim Fields

Esther Kim Fields GLADE SPRING, Va. Mrs. Esther Kim Fields, age 52, a resident of the Old Mill Road section of Washington County, Va., passed away on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010, at her residence. She was born in Kansas the daughter of Charles Tamayo and Mary Louise Archer, and was preceded in death by her mother; and a son, Charles Glenn Tamayo, who passed away in 2008. She graduated form Emory & Henry College with honors and was the first recipient of the Razor Award at Emory & Henry College. She received her master's degree from East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tenn. Her passion was teaching and had taught as a substitute teacher in Washington County, Va. She was a proud veteran and served in the U.S. Army. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Fields of Glade Spring; one son, Leslie Locke of Texas; one sister, Larue E. Thompson of Texas; one half-sister, Alexis Miller of North Carolina; and one half-brother, Charlie Tamayo of Texas. She is survived by her five loving grandchildren. Inurnment for Mrs. Esther Kim Fields will be conducted at Arlington National Cemetery on Dec. 8, 2010, at 11 a.m., with full military honors. Online condolences can be submitted to the family at


 


 

Eunice Burris Hawkins

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Eustis, Anne

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Anne D. Eustis PORTSMOUTH - Anne Duncan Eustis, 87, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. She was the widow of the late Peter Eustis ..... 


 


 

FRANK BYERS

Frank Byers Frank Marshall Byers, 87, of Coleman Falls died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at his home in Coleman Falls surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Hilda. Frank was born August 4, 1923 in Amherst County, the son of the late Annie Ruth Noel Byers and Marshall Dillard Byers. He was retired from Owens-Illinois where he worked as a Pulp Mill Operator. He was a member of Cove United Methodist Church, a charter member of the Big Island Hunting and Fishing Club, founded in 1953. He was an avid bear hunter and loved going up on the mountain and under Thunder Hill. When he became unable to hunt, his sons would take him up on the mountain so that he could listen to the dogs run. He was a member of American Legion Post 217 and a charter member of Big Island 1013 Federal Credit Union. Frank was a veteran of World War II, where he served in the 497th AAA Battalion and was a Juno Beach level contributor to The National D-Day Memorial Foundation. In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by three sisters, Pearl White, Lorrine Byers and Geneva Robertson, three brothers, Hilton Byers, Wesley Byers and William "Billy" Byers. He is survived by two sons, Gilbert M. Byers and his wife, Barbara of Monroe; Clarence Darrell Byers and his wife, Martha of Coleman Falls; one brother Bernard Byers and his wife, Lillian of Falls Church, two sisters-in-law, Lois Hudson Byers of Big Island; Alice Hill Byers of Lynchburg; four grandchildren, Melinda Byers of Lynchburg; Andrew Byers of Monroe, Jacob Byers and his wife, Holly, and Cimmaron Byers of Coleman Falls; one great- granddaughter, Lydia Byers, a friend, Edward Crouch, a special caregiver, Sylvia Manley, a special niece and nephew, Betty Stafford of Madison Heights and Donald Byers of Lynchburg, and many other nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends at the residence 6200 Lee Jackson Highway, Coleman Falls. A celebration oflife, an informal gathering for family and friends will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at the Cove United Methodist Church in Coleman Falls. In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to the Hunters for the Hungry, P.O. Box 304, Big Island, VA 24526, The National D-Day Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 77 Bedford, VA 24523 or the , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, (540) 586-7360.


 


 

Francell L. Hill Jr.

Francell L. "Buddy" Hill Jr., of 1105 Arlington Road, Hopewell, formerly of Disputanta, died at Southside Regional Medical Center. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. 


 


 

Futrell, LaShawn

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

LaShawn O. Futrell SUFFOLK - LaShawn O. Futrell, 29, of the 1100 block of Nansemond Parkway unexpectedly departed this life Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010. .....


 


 

GEORGE SCOTT

George Allen Scott George Allen Scott of Lynchburg, departed this life on Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at the Lynchburg Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on May 27, 1936 to the late Starling and Mary W, Scott. George was retired from Showalter Inc. He leaves to mourn three sisters, Mrs. Frances Allen of Rustburg, Mrs. Lucy Raven, Mrs. Jeanette Davis and one brother Mr. Alphonso Scott (Janie) all of Evington. He also is survived by step sisters Mrs. Vastine Payne (the Rev. Raymond) of Evington and Mrs. Mary Mickles of Rustburg, Mrs. Hassie West (James) and Mrs. Edna Bryant (Leon) of Flint Michigan, one step brother Mr.Carey Herndon of Evington, other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Franklin-Hutcherson Funeral Home in Lynchburg. The Rev. Raymond Payne, Eulogist and the Rev. William Coleman officiating. Interment in Cross Road Memorial Gardens in Evington. Franklin-Hutcherson Funeral Home is serving the family. The family and friends will assemble at the funeral home for the service at 1:45 p.m.


 


 

GRACE BALDWIN (In Memoriam)

BALDWIN - Grace M. On this your birthday we will celebrate the life you lived, the love you shared and gave freely. Many memories we all hold close to our hearts. Love always, Tony, Jan, Debbie, Bubba & Jimmy 


 


 

Garrison, Mary Lou

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Mary Lou Garrison VIRGINIA BEACH - Mary Lou Ashby Garrison, 78, an ideal wife, mother and grand- mother, was promoted to her heavenly home ..... 


 


 

Genene Epps (In Memoriam)

EPPS - Genene Renee Happy 29th Birthday. We love you and miss you every single day. Your family and friends will always be surrounded by those everlasting memories of your laughs and jokes. I smile when I think of this beautiful woman filled with so much life, spread her wings and fly, way beyond our sight as she looks down upon us. My Guardian Angel. Your Sis Deona, Mom, Dad, Alton, Xavier


 


 

Golda Lee Smith Barnes

Golda Lee Smith Barnes BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Golda Lee Smith Barnes will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, from the Mountain View Mausoleum Chapel with Associate Pastor Bill Edmonds officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The , 208 Sunset Drive, Suite 521, Johnson City, TN 37604. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

Gostel, Julius

Sunday, November 14, 2010 1:00 AM 

Julius Gostel VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer 3 Julius "Gus" Gostel, 93, formerly of Norfolk, died Nov. 10, 2010 in ..... 


 


 

Grover Eugene "Gene" Widner

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Hansford Taliaferro DuVal

DuVAL, Hansford Taliaferro, 76 years old, died peacefully in his home on November 17, 2010 after a two-and-a-half-year courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of the late John Tabb and Mollie Taliaferro DuVal of Gloucester, Va. After graduating from the Augusta Military Academy, he continued his lifelong pursuit of business studies by attending Hampden-Sydney, University of Virginia, University of Miami and Palm Beach State College. He also served his country as a medic in the U.S. Army. He pursued careers in securities, commercial real estate and sales. An avid outdoorsman with a passion for fly fishing and hunting, he fished with great pioneers of the salt water fly fishing sport, such as the legend Joe Brooks. He attended and won numerous sport fishing tournaments throughout Florida, Bahamas and South America. He is survived by his loving children and their families, son, John T. DuVal II of Atlanta, Ga., and wife, Erin Green; son, Thomas A. DuVal of Leesburg, Va., and wife, Lori DuVal; son, Joseph B. DuVal of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., and wife, Veronica DuVal; daughter, Mollie F. Rhodes of West Palm Beach, Fla., and husband, Adam Rhodes; and daughter, Julia K. DuVal of Delray Beach, Fla.; and 10 grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at 2204 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23220, on Sunday, November 21, from 2 to 5 p.m. Memorial contributions in his honor can be made to the American Cancer Society at www.americancancersociety.com.


 


 

Harvey Altice 

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Helen Coleman Bailey

Helen Coleman Bailey GLADE SPRING, Va. Helen Coleman Bailey, 79, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, in Grace Health Care in Abingdon. She was born Dec. 20, 1930, in Washington County, Va., and was a daughter of the late Roy and Katie Owens Coleman. She was a member of the Church of New Beginnings in Glade Spring. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Bailey; a brother and sister-in-law, Donald S. and Frances Coleman; a niece, Holly Coleman; and a nephew, David Coleman. Survivors are her brothers, Jack Coleman and wife, Fran of Placerville, Calif., and Jerry T. Coleman and wife, Diana of Glade Spring; nieces and nephews, Howard Coleman Jr., Linda Willmeth, Sandra Richardson, Kathy Jones, Donna Broyles, Cindy Coleman, Joe Coleman, Angie Doss, Jerry S. Coleman, Donnie Coleman, Bonnie Owens, Jerry Coleman Jr. and Roy Coleman. Several great-nieces and great-nephews and great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews also survive. Funeral service for Mrs. Bailey will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at the Forest Hills Chapel, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, VA, located on the grounds of Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pastor Jeff Wallace will officiate. The family will be receiving friends at this location from 6 until 7:45 p.m. Thursday. Committal services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Mt. Rose Cemetery Mausoleum in Glade Spring. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Coleman, Donnie Coleman, Ronnie Doss, Jerry Coleman Jr., Roy Coleman and Archie Bailey. The family would also like to thank and acknowledge the wonderful staff of Grace Health Care and also Hospice of Southwest Virginia for the care they have provided to Mrs. Bailey over the years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hands on Helpers, c/o Betty Tolley, P.O. Box 493, Glade Spring, VA 24340; or to a charity of your choice. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting


 


 

Hubert Lloyd Scott Jr.

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J.C. Lunsford

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Jack Deyerle Spitzer

Jack Deyerle Spitzer, Jack Deyerle Spitzer, 82, of Crimora, Virginia, formerly of Harrisonburg, died on Thursday, October 21, 2010, at Alleghany Regional Hospital, Low Moor, Virginia. He had been hospitalized since October 19, 2010, when he became suddenly ill. He was a resident at the Golden Living Center in Clifton Forge, Virginia., Jack was born on October 30, 1927, in Harrisonburg, to the late Glenora Lee Branum and Howard Frederick Spitzer. Jack attended Harrisonburg High School and graduated in 1944. He then enlisted in the Navy during, and served on the USS Franklin (CV-13), and was a survivor of the 1945 attack on that ship., When he returned home, Jack married Virginia L. Duvall on April 24, 1947, in New Market, Virginia. They had three children together and were married for nine years. In 1970, Jack met his domestic partner, Goldie Turk, and remained with her until her death in 1981., Jack spent his career working as a Third Assistant Engineer aboard the oil tankers for the Tidewater Oil Company and later for Getty Oil until he retired in 1983. He was a member of the MeyersHodges, Post 8644 in Bridgewater, Virginia. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, horses, cooking, reading, and model trains., Jack was preceded in death by his son, Frederick Dorsey Spitzer; his father, Howard Frederick Spitzer; his domestic partner, Goldie Turk; his sister, Patricia Lee (Spitzer) Cash; and his mother, Glenora Lee (Branum) Spitzer., He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Lee (Spitzer) McCracken of Cooper City, Florida; his son Jack Deyerle Spitzer Jr. of Hallandale, Florida; his sister, Jean Spitzer Lyles of Bowie, Maryland; his four nieces, Diane (Fletcher) Shirkey of Bridgewater, Virginia; Gail (Fletcher) Shanholtz of Stephens City, Virginia; Paula Jean (Fletcher) Griffith of Panama City, Florida; and Tamye Jean Lyles of Bowie, Maryland; as well as two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; eight great- nieces and nephews; and seven great-great nieces and nephews., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010, at Prayer Chapel of the Vision of Hope United Methodist Church, 1723 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, with the Reverend David Burch officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Sinai Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the MyersHodges VFW Post 8644, 118 Dry River Road, Bridgewater, VA 22812., The Lindsey Harrisonburg Funeral Home is in charges of arrangements and online condolences may be sent to the Spitzer family at


 


 

James Brown

James W. Brown VIRGINIA BEACH - The Reverend James Williamson Brown Jr. died Nov. 13, 2010. He was born Feb. 23, 1929 and was preceded in death by his parents, James Williamson Brown and Mary Skipwith Brown. He is survived by his wife, Joan Wiley Brown; son, James Williamson Brown III; daughter, Elizabeth Williams; grandsons, Seth Blackburn and Robert Brown (May), granddaughters, Mattie Brown and Peyton Williams, and great-granddaughter, Jillian Blackburn. He was ordained an Episcopal priest at age 40 after service in the Army and an early career with Merrill Lynch. He served churches in Kentucky and on the Eastern Shore of Virginia before retiring. He was a happy man with many interests (flying, sailing, racing sports cars in his youth). He believed himself to be richly blessed and will be remembered for the joy he found in his faith, his family and friends and all animals, especially his three cats. The service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday in St. Aidan's Episcopal Church, Virginia Beach, and will be conducted by the Rt. Rev. Herman Hollerith and the Rev. Mark Wilkinson. Memorial gifts may be made to Episcopal Relief Fund c/o St. Aidan's or the Humane Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon- brown.com.


 


 

James D. Churchman

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James Johnson

James Johnson On November 14, 2010, James Johnson passed away at Fauquier County Hospital., Jim received his BA in English and History Education at UVA-Wise and his Masters in Admin-istration at UVA. He taught English in Dickinson, Culpeper, Spotsylvania, and Fauquier Counties. Jim lived to teach and loved working with students--telling them stories and teaching them how to write., He is survived by his son, Joshua James (Richmond), daughter, Jessica Dawn (Clintwood); grandchildren Kayli, Logan, and Anna; mother, Doris Hensley; brothers, John, Joseph, Michael, and Ricky; and his long time friend, Cynthia Siira., A service will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper. A one hour visitation will be held prior to the service. An online guestbook and tribute wall is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements.


 


 

James Leland Sr.

James Phillip Leland Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - James Phillip "Jimmy" Leland Sr., 65, a lifetime Norfolk resident, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010. Jimmy was owner and operator with his brother, Donald, of D. J.'s Cars and Trucks in Virginia Beach. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank D. Leland Jr. and his brother, Donald Lee Leland. Survivors include his mother, Lottie Moye of Virginia Beach; two sons, James P. Leland Jr. of Virginia Beach and Rodney Leland of Arkansas; one sister, Peggy Leland King; one brother, Dee Gee Leland both of Norfolk; five grandchildren; and his favorite dog, Little Chrissy. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, at the home of Jim Leland Jr., 621 Reef Key, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. The family would like to express special thanks to the doctors, nurses and hospice care at Sentara Bayside Hospital for all their care and compassion. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.


 


 

James Riddick

James S. Riddick CHESAPEAKE - James S. Riddick, a native of Norfolk, passed on Nov. 13, 2010 at Pineview Nursing & Rehab in Clinton, Md. He was employed at Norfolk General Hospital with 30 years of service. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Queen Street Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The body will be taken to the church at 9:30 a.m. on the day of service. Condolences may be offered at www.gravesfuneralhomeinc. com.


 


 

Jane Britt

Jane Darden Britt MOUNT AIRY - Jane Darden Britt, 84, widow of Dr. T.C. Britt Jr., passed away peacefully Monday, Nov. 8, 2010, at Central Continuing Care. Mrs. Britt was born in South Norfolk, Jan. 1, 1926, to the late William Henning and Christine Wilson Darden. Mrs. Britt was a graduate of Mary Baldwin College; was an active member of the PEO, Surry Arts Council, Junior Arts and Crafts Guild, former board member of the North Carolina Heart Association, and a longtime member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Mount Airy. Surviving are two daughters and a son-in-law, Beverly B. Robertson of New Bern, N.C. and Jennie and Tom Ritchie of Galax, Va.; one son, Tilman C. Britt III of Florence, S.C.; five grandchildren, Heather Hopkinson, Will Ritchie, Drew Britt, William D. Britt II and Sarah Britt; two great-grandchildren, Drew Hopkinson and Brad Hopkinson; and one sister, Betty Darden Hodges of Norfolk. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Britt was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Dr. T.C. Britt Jr.; and a son, William Darden Britt. A graveside service was held Thursday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. at Oakdale Cemetery in Mount Airy with the service conducted by the Rev. Ray Hanna. Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.


 


 

Jeanette Arnold Callaway (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory Of Jeanette Arnold Callaway November 13, 1954 - May 2, 2010 Since you'll never be forgotten, we pledge today a hallowed place within our hearts is where you'll always stay. Lovingly, The Arnold Family


 


 

John David Mensch

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John M. Burgin

John Michael Burgin, 62, of Topping, Va., was called home Friday, Nov. 12, 2010., John was the son of the late Columbus and Helen Burgin, both of Old Fort, N.C., He is survived by his wife, Sandra Burgin; and two daughters, Rebecca L. Burgin-Webb (Jeffery L. Webb Jr.) and Crystal G. Burgin-Pullen, both of Colonial Heights, Va. John is also survived by two sisters, Mary Vitiello (Vincent) of Winthrop, Mass., and Margaret Smith (Tom) of Colonial Heights; along with six grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Brett Jr., Garrett, Vincent, Dillon and Christopher., A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at Woodlawn Baptist Church in Colonial Heights.


 


 

Jonathan M. Jurlando

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Joseph Cartledge (In Memoriam)

CARTLEDGE In loving memory of Joseph Cartledge who departed this life on his birthday at 43 years old November 16, 1999. Your smile brings back Grace and Memories in our Hearts. We love and miss you. Cartledge Family 


 


 

Joseph Nemeth III

Joseph Nemeth III VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer 4, Joseph Nemeth III, 68, passed away Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 after a two- year battle with cancer. A native of Coopersburg, Pa., he was the son of the late Helen and Joseph Nemeth II and the widower of Dorothy Nemeth. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 26 years of service. Joseph then went to work at Alliance North America Valve where he worked for 12 years before retiring to Virginia Beach to be with his two sons. He is survived by his son, David Young; two granddaughters, Sarah Young and Kristie Young; four sisters, Rosemarie Crouthamel, Dorothy Hunsberger, Diane Hunsberger and Josephine Stradling and husband Edward; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son, Joseph Nemeth IV and one brother, Jeffrey Nemeth. A funeral will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in Haygood United Methodist Church. The burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park. The family will receive friends in Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, today from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Julius Gostel

Julius Gostel VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer 3 Julius "Gus" Gostel, 93, formerly of Norfolk, died Nov. 10, 2010 in Virginia Beach. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Marilyn Morgan Gostel, his parents, a brother and a sister. The son of Austrian immigrants, he was born April 13, 1917, in New York City and grew up in Miami. He joined the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression and enlisted in the Navy in 1937. On the morning of Dec. 7, 1941 he was a signalman second class on duty in the Navy Signal Tower at Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attacked. He saw action throughout World War II, participated in the invasion of North Africa, the battles of Tarawa, Saipan and Iwo Jima and supported other Pacific island campaigns. He was a long-time member of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, the USS Terror shipmates group and other Navy-related organizations. After retiring, Mr. Gostel operated an insurance agency in Norfolk. He was an active member of Norview United Methodist Church for 50 years and most recently attended Virginia Beach United Methodist. He was a 32nd degree Mason and member of the Khedive Temple, the Sojourners and the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce. For many years he was active in Boy Scouting and received the Silver Beaver award for outstanding service. Mr. Gostel is survived by four sons, retired U.S. Navy Capt. SC Julius Gostel Jr. and wife Barbara of Viera, Fla., Keith T. Gostel and wife Sheree of Quinton, R. Mark Gostel of Portsmouth and John A. Gostel and wife Mary of Fairfax, and one daughter, Melinda G. Forbes and husband Curtis of Virginia Beach. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Paige Forbes and Matthew, Andrew, Felix, Morgan, Melissa, Harley, Laura, Robbie and U.S. Navy Lt. JG Christopher R. Gostel; and five great-grandchildren, Camryn, Meghan, Amanda, Cullen and Virginia Gostel. The family extends appreciation to the kind-hearted and dedicated caregivers of Medi Home Health & Hospice and of Clare Bridge of Virginia Beach Estates. A memorial service will be Nov. 22 at 11 a.m. at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Mr. Gostel will be interred in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer's Association .


 


 

KYLE THORNHILL Sr.

Kyle Ernest Thornhill Sr Kyle Ernest Thornhill Sr., 83, of Rustburg, departed this life on Monday afternoon, Nov. 15, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was the devoted husband of Mrs. Willie Thornhill and the brother of former Mayor M.W. Thornhill Jr. and Mrs. Yvonne Thornhill Ferguson both of Lynchburg. Kyle was the son of the late Murrell W. Thornhill Sr. and Mrs. Alease Gilbert Thornhill. He leaves to celebrate his life and legacy, his wife, Willie; two children, Marilyn Wilson (Horatius) and Kyle E. Thornhill Jr. both of Washington, DC; five grandchildren, Kia Wilson, Michael and Mark Middleton, all of Washington, DC and Karen Young of Richmond and James Young, Jr. (Jeannie) of Rustburg; two great grandchildren, Donovan Ford and LaMar Davis; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Thornhill retired after serving with the Washington, DC Department of Corrections and the United States Marshall Service. He was a Charter Member of the Caballero Men's Club of Lynchburg, a founding member of the Lynchburgers Club of the Washington, DC - Maryland area, an award winning member of the Executive Committee of the Campbell County Branch of the NAACP, a Trustee Board Member at Diamond Hill Baptist Church and a founding officer in the Apollo Health Research Board of Directors of Lynchburg. His favorite past time was playing Bridge and Pinochle with his close friends and relatives. A funeral service of remembrance will be conducted noon, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at Diamond Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Warren Anderson officiating. Interment will be in the Forest Hill Burial Park. The family is receiving friends one hour prior to the service at the church and other times at 92 Clarks Road., Rustburg. The cortege will assemble at the church. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral@aol.com Community Funeral Home directing.


 


 

Katheryn Rosenbaum

Katheryn Rosenbaum NORFOLK - Katheryn "Momo" Rosenbaum went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by her loving family Nov. 16, 2010. She is survived by her three children, Butch Rosenbaum, Sandy Lucci and Bill Rosenbaum, nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, it was her wish that contributions be made to charity of choice. Final arrangements are private. Family will receive friends at her residence on Saturday, Nov. 20, from 4 to 8 p.m. Momo will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.


 


 

Kimberly Nicole Eure

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LaShawn Futrell

LaShawn O. Futrell SUFFOLK - LaShawn O. Futrell, 29, of the 1100 block of Nansemond Parkway unexpectedly departed this life Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010. Shawn was born Nov. 13, 1981. A funeral will be held at noon Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Larry Norman 

Nov 18, 2010 A memorial service for Larry Norman, 63, of California and formerly of Martinsville, who died Nov. 9, 2010, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Refuge Temple Ministries in Martinsville. Elder Alan Preston will officiate. Local arrangements are by Hairston Funeral Home.


 


 

Leland, James

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James Phillip Leland Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - James Phillip "Jimmy" Leland Sr., 65, a lifetime Norfolk resident, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010. Jimmy was ..... 


 


 

Lewis "Stash" Washington

"Stash", Lewis Washington Lewis "Stash" Washington passed away on Friday, November 12, 2010., Survivors include three sisters: Ruth Johnson, Doretha Thompson and Julia Johnson and one brother, Ray Thompson and many other family and friends., A funeral service will be held at the Bethel Baptist Church of Mithcells, Va. at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Burial will be in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery, in Mitchells, Va. The family will receive friends at W.C. Thompson Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, November 19, 2010, from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Arrangements by, W.C. Thompson, Funeral Home of Culpeper.


 


 

Lila Gertrude Butler

Lila Gertrude Butler, Lila Gertrude Butler, also known as mom, granny, GG and Gertie, 80, of Scottsville, died on Monday, November 15, 2010, at her home with her family by her side., She was born on December 25, 1929, in Charlottesville, a daughter of the late Rhodsey Lee Fitzgerald Sr. and Manie Goldsboro (Mason) Fitzgerald., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters., Mrs. Butler attended Fox Memorial Baptist Church and retired from Fluvanna County Public Schools as a bus driver. She loved gardening, cooking, refinishing furniture and spending time with her family., Survivors include her devoted husband of 57 years, Malcolm Lee Butler; three devoted children who loved her dearly, Wayne Keith and Terry Butler of Scottsville, Daniel Brent Butler of Glen Allen, and Diane (Butler) and Paul Brantley of Scottsville; a sister, Christine F. Chapman of Scottsville; a brother, Rhodsey Lee Fitzgerald Jr. of Scottsville; four loving grandchildren, Keith and Keri Butler, Kim and Mike Cobbs, Candace and Jason Bevins, Matthew Brantley; eight cherished great-grandchildren that she called her babies, Kyle Butler, Baby Butler, Dillan Cobbs, Malcolm Cobbs, Lila Cobbs, Zachary Bevins, Zoey Bevins, Baby Bevins; and a number of nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2010, at Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville by the Reverend Randy Golladay. Burial will follow at Scottsville Cemetery., There will be no formal visitation however those desiring may sign the guest book anytime at the funeral home., The family would like to extend a special "Thank You" to Dr. Richard Joyce, Dr. William Hammond, Dr. Timothy Williams, and Hospice of the Piedmont for the devoted care they provided., Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, Virginia 22911.


 


 

Lillian Cradle (In Memoriam)

Card Of Thanks Deaconess Lillian Lucille Cradle During these trying hours, the presence of friends have been one of our sustaining elements. Your prayers have increased our faith. Your words have encouraged our sad hearts. Your presence has given us an arm to lean on. The food has helped us to maintain our strength, the fragrance of the flowers, the gifts, the thought of every card, the visits, and the phone calls added a touch of beauty to a setting that was full of gloom. Because of you, the burden that seems so heavy is lighter now. May God bless you. The Family of the late Deconess Lillian Lucille Cradle


 


 

Lola Marie Marshall

Lola Marie Marshall GLADE SPRING, Va. Lola Marie Marshall passed away Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie, Va. She was preceded in death by husband, Albert Eugene "Gene" Marshall; parents, W.P. and Mary Hoops Caudill; four sisters; three brothers; and infant grandson, William Michael Henegar. Survivors include two sons, Lonnie "Butch" K. Marshall and wife, Louise, of Glade Spring, and Bobby Gene Marshall of the home; daughter Janice "Janie" Carol Marshall Henegar and husband Bill of Glade Spring; two granddaughters, Stacy Henegar Street and husband Abe of Glade Spring, and Angela Renee Marshall Williams and husband Jeff of Abingdon, Va.; one grandson, Brandon Joe Henegar of Nashville, Tenn.; four great-grandchildren, Abigail and Julia Street of Glade Spring, Dylan Keith Marshall of Bristol Virginia, and Cheyenne Autumn Rosenbalm of Bristol Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at the Mount Rose Cemetery, Glade Spring, with the Rev. Danny Mefford officiating. Pallbearers will be Abe Street, Brandon Henegar, James Crabtree, Jim Price, Tony Rector, and Ronnie Scott. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Hall and Eugene Owens. Flowers will be accepted or, in lieu of flowers, you may make donations to your local food pantry. The family would like to thank Valley Health Care Center for all their care and the special attention the nurses and staff gave our mother. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Lonnie Linwood Brinkley (In Memoriam)

BRINKLEY, LONNIE LINWOOD July 10, 1928 - Nov. 16, 2008 It has been two years since God called you home. Time may heal our broken hearts, but time can never stop our missing and loving you. Your Family, Carrie, Lyndale, Ernest, Willie, Alice May, McKelly, Ninette, Randy, and grandsons and great-granddaughter.


 


 

Louise Elizabeth Daughtry

Louise Elizabeth "Mary" Ripley Daughtry, Louise Elizabeth "Mary" Ripley Daughtry (nee Walton) of Severn, Maryland, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 13, 2010., Born in Albemarle County, Virginia, on September 21, 1922, Mary was the youngest daughter of the late Newell Austin and Malinda Jane Ralston Walton. She was preceded in death by six sisters, Annie Jane Cook, Virginia Florence "Dolly" Marsh, Lula May "Peachie" Fitzgerald, Lucille Josephine "Cile" Bass, Nellie Frances "Dot" McCauley, Malinda Marie 'Bill" Morris; and five brothers, John Fountain, Newell Franklin "Toots", Edward Nelson "Ed", William Melton "Willie" and James Herbert "Herb" Walton. Also, preceded in death was her first husband, Marvin C. Ripley; and second husband, Henry Thomas Daughtry Jr., She is survived by her two children, Betty "Pat" Ripley Bednar and her husband, Albert, Jack E. Ripley and his wife, Myra; three stepchildren, Henry Thomas Daughtry III, Joseph Daughtry and his wife, Bonnie, and Delores Cavalier. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Patricia Thomas and her husband, Glenn, Terri DiVenti and her husband, Michael, Anthony Bednar and his wife, Terry, David Bednar, Kathy Schucker and her husband, Gary, Bill Ripley and his wife, Dorothy, Jack Ripley Jr. and Robert Ripley; twenty great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews., The family will receive family and friends at Singleton's Funeral Home, located on Crain Highway in Glen Burnie, Maryland, from 3 until 5 and from 7 until 9 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010., The family will also receive family and friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, November 21, 2010, at Anderson Funeral Home on Saint George Avenue., Services will be conducted at Anderson Funeral Home Chapel 11 a.m. Monday, November 22, 2010. Interment will follow at Mountain Plain Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Chris McLain officiating., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Greater MD Chapter, 1850 York Road, Suite D, Timonium, MD 21093., Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.


 


 

MINNIE JOHNSON

Minnie Louise Johnson Mrs. Minnie Louise Johnson of 1511 16th St. departed this life on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010. She was born Mar. 29, 1931, to the late Tom and Nannie Jackson. She was the wife of Lawrence H. Johnson Sr. In addition to her husband she is survived by three sons, Lawrence Jr. and Larry Wayne both of Lynchburg and Jerome of Newport News; six grandchildren, Erica Smith (Rodney), Shantee Elliott (Paul), Larry Johnson Jr., Travis Davis, Barbara Michelle Johnson, and Jerome LaShaun Johnson; six great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Carlton Jackson Jr. officiating. Interment will be in the Megginson Cemetery. Her 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 1511 16th Street. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral@aol.com Community Funeral Home directing.


 


 

Maggie Grow Beattie

BEATTIE, Maggie Grow, 90 years young, of Midlothian, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dabney Ellis Beattie. Maggie leaves behind three children, Dabney E. Beattie Jr., Kim Beattie Harris and her husband, Bo, and Robert A. Beattie and his wife, Stephanie; five grandchildren, Tania Etheridge and her husband, Mike, Casey Sanders, Callie Beattie, Glenn Harris and his wife, Rebecca, and Ellen Miller and her husband, Kevin; two great-grandchildren, Ava Brown and Meredith Etheridge; and many nieces and nephews. Maggie also leaves behind her loving companion, Dr. Charles L. Williams. Born on November 24, 1919, Maggie lived her life to the fullest each and every day. She was once known as "Maggie Lee, Sweet Mistress of Song" when she traveled with big bands up and down the East Coast and at the Tantilla Gardens Supper Club in Richmond. She sang on Radio Station WRNL during World War II and entertained the patients at McGuire Veterans Hospital. She retired from the Federal Government, Defense General Supply Center in 1979, after 31 years of distinguished service. After retirement, she served as a Call-12 Volunteer for WWBT-12, NBC. She was an active member of the Brandermill Woman's Club, Woodlake Seniors Club, The Thelma Lipscomb Lunch Bunch and the Forever Young Red Hatters Chapter 2598 of the Red Hat Society. She loved her family and her friends and never met a stranger. Maggie once said that she believes in counting dreams, not years, and that the presence of wrinkles indicates "where smiles have been." A celebration of Maggie's life will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2010, at the Chesterfield Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 14301 Ashbrook Parkway. The family will receive friends beginning at 1 p.m. The celebration will begin at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in her memory to the , the Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation (Hospice), or the Grove Avenue Baptist Church Television Ministry.


 


 

Marcia Parrish

Marcia Parrish CHESAPEAKE - Marcia Parrish, 45, of the 2300 block of Gilmerton Road, passed away Nov. 13, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She was born Sept. 25, 1965 in Trinidad, West Indies. She was a graduate of Dowling College and Airline Technical Institute. She was employed with Continental Airlines as a supervisor for over 20 years. She was predeceased by a brother, Elvette. She is survived by one daughter, Mariah; two sons, Xavier and Zachary; her parents, Genevieve and Anthony Durant; four sisters, Renee, Andrea, Stephanette and Erica; four brothers, Edmund, Vaughan, Many and Lil' Tony; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Watch service live online at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Margaret Prietz

Margaret Blake Prietz VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret Blake "Maggie" Prietz, 74, passed away quietly at her home Nov. 16, 2010 with her loving husband of 18 years, Charles M. Prietz, by her side. Maggie was born April 7, 1936 in Cumberland, Md., to John Edward Blake and Mary Josephine "Mollie" Blake (both deceased) and was an only child. In addition to her husband, she is also survived by her four children, Mary Carroll Decker of Milltown, N.J., Patrick Garrett of Rye, N.Y., William Garrett of Richmond, Va., and Michael Garrett of Silver Spring, Md.; her stepdaughters, Joanne Schalz, Michele Rose, Melissa Maier; and 13 grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all. Maggie attended Catholic Girls Central High School in Cumberland and then graduated Summa Cum Laude from Frostburg State University with a degree in primary education. She was also an accomplished pianist and organist. After her early teaching career, Maggie later found her passion as a salesperson in the air compressor industry, where she worked for more than 25 years and retired as the director of Breathing Air Sales for Bauer Compressors (Norfolk). She was an avid reader and card player, and enjoyed solving the daily word puzzles in the newspaper. She also loved to travel, and she and her husband, Charlie, saw the world together both before and during her retirement. The family will be receiving guests from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Nov. 18, at the Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, at 1457 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach. A Christian wake service will be held at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at noon Friday, Nov. 19, at the Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception at 232 Chapel St., Norfolk. Maggie's wish was to be buried with her parents in the St. Patrick's Cemetery in Cumberland, Md. Services there will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are encouraged to the charity of your choice or to the American Cancer Society . Friends may offer condolences at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Marguerite "Petie" Abbott

"Petie", Marguerite Abbott March 3, 1923, October 16, 2010 Marguerite Noble Abbott, known to all as "Petie", of Warrenton, Va., passed away after a short illness on October 16, 2010., Petie was born in Alexandria, Va., on March 3, 1923 as the youngest of six children to James and Alice Noble. Her siblings, Isabel, James "Buddy", Gordon, Anita, and Lindsey predeceased her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Russell Abbott., Petie is survived by her daughter Rebecca Allison Abbott Dooley; her son-in-law Albert Michael Dooley; her two beloved grandsons Michael Kenneth Dooley and Stephen Joseph Dooley of Warrenton, Va. and numerous nieces and nephews including her special niece, Marguerite Anita Sayles of Washington, D.C., Petie was a homemaker most of her life and was also fortunate to have worked at MM Pierce Elementary as a Library Aide during the 1980's. Her love of children and books made this position a perfect fit., A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010 at Culpeper Presbyterian Church. A private family interment will precede the memorial service at Fairview Cemetery, Culpeper, Va., Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Library Fund, in honor of Marguerite Abbott, MM Pierce Elementary School, 12074 James Madison Street, Remington, VA 22734. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Marie Dinsmore Grey

Marie Dinsmore Grey ABINGDON, Va. Funeral services for Marie Dinsmore Grey will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, in the Greendale Chapel with Rev. Jerry A. Eggers officiating. Burial will follow in Blackwell Chapel Cemetery. Men of Greendale Chapel will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Danny Parris, Gary Parris, Gene Parris, Roger Hearl, Roscoe Guinn, Wayne Spence, Ernie Sullins, and Thurman "Jack" Sullins. Memorials may be in the form of contributions to Greendale Chapel, P.O. Box 1314, Abingdon, VA 24212; or to Blackwell Chapel Cemetery Fund, c/o Blackwell Chapel, 8329 Blackwell Chapel Road, Meadowview, VA 24361. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at


 


 

Mark E. Crooks

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Martha Allen 

Nov 18, 2010 The memorial service for Martha Frances Allen, 74, of 1531 Tudor Orchard Road, Patrick Springs, who died Nov. 15, 2010, at her home, will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Providence United Methodist Church with Minister David Westmoreland officiating. The family will receive friends following the service Friday at the church. She was born March 23, 1936, in Stafford to John Wendall Allen and Frances Elizabeth Howard Allen. She was preceded in death by her parents. She had retired from St. Paul Library as a clerk, and she was a member of the Retail Clerk's Union and Providence United Methodist Church. Surviving are four sisters, Sharon Miller of Gerrardstown, W. Va., Rosa Lee Peterson of Wildwood, Ga., Robin Allen Kinkead of Martinsburg, W. Va., and Mary Jo Leet of Patrick Springs; and two brothers, Burgess Allen of Eldersburg, Md., and Kenneth Allen of Martinsburg. Memorials may be made to the Providence United Methodist Women's c/o Coleen Shough P.O. Box 5, Patrick Springs, Va. 24133. Community Funeral Service in Ridgeway is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Martin Daniel Trent

Martin Daniel Trent Martin Daniel Trent, 51, died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport. Please visit


 


 

Mary G. Threatt

Mrs. Mary G. Threatt entered into eternal rest on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010., She was born Dec. 11, 1915, in Sussex County, Va., to the late Nathaniel and Paulina Lewis Green., At an early age, she confessed the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal savior and became a faithful and devoted member of the Little Mount Baptist Church, Sussex County., Along with her parents, Mary was also preceded in death by her husband, James Walter Threatt; son, James L. Threatt Sr.; two sisters, Nellie and Hortense; five brothers, Fredrick, Solomon, Vattilie, Lawrence, Richard; and other family members., Mary leaves to cherish a legacy of precious and dear memories, four loving and devoted grandchildren, Tony, Joanette (Leffie), Jay Sr. (Cheryl) and Ana (James); three great-grandchildren, Jay Jr., Jarvis and Lauren; two daughters-in-law, Linda Threatt and Grace Threatt; one sister-in-law, Annie Bell Green; a host of nieces, nephews and other family and friends; devoted caregivers for Mrs. Threatt, Thelma, Edna, Katherine, Janet and Cynthia., Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at Little Mount Baptist Church, Sussex County, with the Rev. Charles Davis officiating and the Rev. Oscar Hudgins, eulogist. The remains will rest at the church on Saturday from 10:45 a.m. until the hour of service. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Relatives and friends will assemble at Tucker's Funeral Home at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday. Online condolences may be registered and a memory video viewed at, and also at the funeral home., Services under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.


 


 

Mary Lou Garrison

Mary Lou Garrison VIRGINIA BEACH - Mary Lou Ashby Garrison, 78, an ideal wife, mother and grand- mother, was promoted to her heavenly home on Nov. 16, 2010, while at her home surrounded by her family. Initially from Stafford, Va., she had been a local resident since 1958. She attended John Marshall High in Richmond before attending Randolph- Macon College in Ashland, Va. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Jack Garrison, whom she assisted in the practice of family medicine. She was a devoted homemaker who raised nine children and nine grandchildren. She was an avid reader, gardener, and loved animals as she raised rabbits, dogs and birds. She was an active member of the Thalia community and a member of the Thalia United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children, Julie and Dale Farino, Patti and Gene Graeff, Paul Garrison, Lisa Garrison, Larry and Lorie Garrison, and Donna Garrison, all of Virginia Beach, David and Merelee Garrison of State College, Pa., Carol and Brad Pincombe of Middleton, Wis., and Roger Garrison of San Francisco; nine grandchildren who enjoyed the warmth of her loving arms include Matthew (Amber) and Scott Garrison, Courtney and Kendall Farino, Collin Smith and Chloe Garrison, and Madison, Morgan and Tyler Pincombe. Extended family includes David and Barbara Turner of Woodbridge, Va., and their children, Brian and Amanda. She is also survived by a brother, Richard Ashby and a sister, Virginia Lee Dunkum, both of Stafford, Va. A special thank you to Dr. Charanjit Singh, Dr. Norma Magpoc, Dr. Douglas Schriber, Bruce Hunter, Carolyn Baxter, and the staffs of Best & Dependable Home Health Care, At Home Instead, Home Choice Partners and Odyssey Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, at Thalia United Methodist Church, 4321 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23452. In lieu of flowers, she would prefer a gift be made to a charity of your choice. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Mary Rose McKechnie

Mary Rose McKechnie passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2010., She was born on January 1, 1928, and was predeceased by her husband, Lieutenant Colonel John McKechnie., She is survived by a daughter, Chris McKechnie and her husband, Michael Altier; and a son, William McKechnie and his wife, Martha Rose; grandchildren, Sara, Conor, Dana Altier, and Kelsey and Ian McKechnie., Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 501 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA 22901.


 


 

Michal Adkins (In Memoriam)

Mrs. Michal R. Adkins We miss you, but we know Heaven's choir gained a fantastic Mezzo Soprano. FABC Senior Choir 


 


 

Millard Kermit Farmer

Millard Kermit Farmer JEWELL RIDGE, Va. Millard Kermit Farmer, age 85, passed away Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, in a Richlands, Va., hospital following a lengthy illness. He was born in Dungannon, Va., and was the son of the late Jonas Lee and Lou Osborne Farmer. He had made his home in the Jewell Ridge area for over 60 years and was the co-owner of Farmer Brothers Coal Company and was the outside sales clerk for Sears of Richlands for 29 years. He was a graduate of Dungannon High School Class of 1943. He was a former member of the Tazewell County Planning Commission, Cumberland Plateau and Airport Authority, Richlands Area Chamber of Commerce having served as president, and the Tazewell County IDA. He was actively involved on the Eastern Coal Council and the Jewell Ridge Recreation and Development Corporation. He was a former member of the Richlands Masonic Lodge No. 318 AF & AM. He was a member of the Jewell Ridge Presbyterian Church where he served as superintendent of Sunday school, ruling elder, and the clerk of the session. He was also a past moderator of the Abingdon Presbytery. He was a, veteran. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mozella Katherine Ratcliffe Farmer; one son, Daniel Richard Farmer; and three brothers, Arthur, Earnest, and Clarence Farmer. Survivors are: one son, Millard K. "Sonny" Farmer Jr. and wife, Cynthia of Jewell Ridge; one sister, Beulah Peters and husband, Harlan of Weber City, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Jeff Farmer and Brigette Farmer Brown; three great-grandchildren, Brianna Kaylee Brown, Ashley Paige Spencer, and Adrianna McKynleigh Smith; two step-great- grandchildren, Amber Elswick and Noah Elswick. Memorial services for Millard Kermit Farmer will be conducted Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Va., with the Rev. Shirley Keen officiating. Graveside services will be Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at 1 p.m. at Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, with dinner to follow at the home of Edward and Trish Farmer at Jewell Ridge. Friends may call after 5 p.m. on Thursday evening at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to send online condolences may do so at


 


 

NED PAINTER

Ned Painter Ned Lawson Painter, 84, of Tamp Fla. and formerly of Forest, passed away Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. after an extended illness. He was the husband of Maripat Downey Painter of Tampa. Born February 26, 1926 in Mansfield, Ohio, he was a son of the late Raymond and Vivian Painter. Ned was a retired apartment maintenance manager. He was a member of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church. Ned proudly served our country in the United States Army during World War II. In addition to his wife, Maripat, he is survived by three daughters, Stephanie Parker and her husband Dean, Shelley Bronum and her husband David, Cyndee Scibel and her husband Robert, Patricia "Patty" Pearson; 8 grandchildren Erin Goodwin, Shawn Parker, Zachary and Nathaniel Bronum, Ronald, Gregory and Tiffany Baum and Robert Scible; one great-grandchild, Delaney Goodwin and four step-children and eight step great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held today, Nov. 18, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the mausoleum in Virginia Memorial Park with the Rev. Ron Rumberg officiating. Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post 16 of Lynchburg. A reception and visitation will be held at Diuguid Waterlick Chapel following the service at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to The National Kidney Foundation , 1742 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228-2202 or Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, c/o P.O. Box 474, Spout Springs, VA 24593. Diuguid Funeral Service-Waterlick Chapel, 237-2722, is serving the family. On-line condolences may be sent to www.diuguidfuneral service.com.


 


 

Nan Louise Koontz

Nan Louise Koontz, Nan Louise Koontz, 80, of Ruckersville, passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., She was born on April 18, 1930, in Ruckersville, a daughter of the late Malcolm Durrer and Elsie Runkle Durrer., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Thomas and Frances Roberts; her brother-in-law, James Taylor; father of her children, Merlyn "Sonny" Koontz; her sisters-in-law, Laura Durrer and Helen Durrer; and her nephew, Chad Durrer., Nan is survived by one daughter, Patty Gregory and her husband, Mike, of Ruckersville; two sons, Allen Koontz of Ruckersville and Wayne Koontz and his wife, Linda, of Stanardsville; two sisters, Patsy Taylor of Ruckersville and Ethel Eppard and her husband, Raymond, of Charlottesville; three brothers, Bobby Durrer and his wife, Joanie, of Charlottesville, Charles Durrer Sr. and his wife, Louise, also of Charlottesville, Bucky Durrer of Ruckersville; a half-brother, June Durrer and his wife, Maxine, of Ruckersville; two special friends, Linda Banks of Charlottesville and Leome Duff of Ruckersville; three grandchildren, Aimee Strother and her husband, Gene, Kevin Huckstep and Timmy Koontz; five great- grandchildren, Teresa, Breanna, Justin, Tyler and Carter; a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home with Pastor Glenn Shifflett officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers for the service include Andy Harlow, Mike Dean, Maurice Clark, Duane Eppard, Gene Strother and Earl Detamore., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville., The family would like to send a special thank you to Patsy and Bucky for being there everyday, to Earl Detamore who was always there for Nan when she needed him and to all of her special nieces who were like daughters to her., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Nemeth, Joseph

Wednesday, November 17, 2010 1:00 AM 

Joseph Nemeth III VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer 4, Joseph Nemeth III, 68, passed away Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 after ..... 


 


 

Nettie James

Nettie James Nettie Frances Hurt James, 96, of Bedford, died Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. Graveside service 11 a.m. Saturday at Suck Spring Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at Burch-Messier Walnut St. Chapel, 1235 Walnut St., Bedford, (540) 586-7360.


 


 

Parrish, Marcia

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Marcia Parrish CHESAPEAKE - Marcia Parrish, 45, of the 2300 block of Gilmerton Road, passed away Nov. 13, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. ..... 


 


 

Patricia Diane Laurance

Patricia Diane Laurance, Patricia Diane Laurance, 67, of Charlottesville, died on Friday, November 12, 2010, at her home., She was born on September 8, 1943, in Wilmington, North Carolina, the daughter of the late Daniel and Diane Hild. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Richard Allen Laurance., Being the daughter and wife of naval officers, Pat lived in many locations including North and South Carolina, Washington, D.C., Illinois, Japan, California, Maryland, New Jersey, Tennessee, Hawaii, Belgium, Florida and finally Virginia., She graduated from North Chicago High School in 1961 and went on to graduate from the Katharine Gibbs School while living in Short Hills, New Jersey, obtaining her Associates Degree in Accounting in 1963. Pat, along with her husband Dick, were avid fans of all University of Virginia sports. Pat was a great mom, grandma and friend to all., She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Richard B. Laurance; a daughter, Kimberley Diane Bardak and her husband, Martin; a brother, Charles Richard Hild; two grandchildren, Matthew Allen Bardak and Sydney Grace Bardak; and many nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, November 18, 2010, at Church of Our Saviour with the Reverend David Stoddart officiating. Interment will follow at the Church of Our Saviour churchyard., The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2010, at the Teague Funeral Home., The family would like to thank the extremely loving friends, family, doctors and nurses who have helped so much during the past year.


 


 

Patricia Fahey Schuster

Patricia Schuster, 85, of Earlysville, Virginia, died on Monday, November 15, 2010, following a very brief illness., She was one of four daughters of the late William and Josephine Fahey of East Chicago, Indiana. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frank W. Schuster; and two of her sisters, Margaret Schmidt of Hammond and Sara Ehrsam of St. John, Indiana., Pat took great pleasure in raising her three children, Mark Schuster of Manhattan Beach, California, Steven Schuster of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Karen Merritt of Earlysville; and in her four grandchildren, Derrick Schuster and Erika Schuster and Brian Ayers and David Ayers, and in their many accomplishments. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Marie Butler, Mary Anne Howard, and John Merritt; her sister, Rosemary Van Fleet of Hammond, Indiana; and many nieces and nephews., Patricia was proud of her Irish heritage and was blessed to have been able to travel there several times. She was fond of flower arranging and walking the family dogs., A funeral mass will be held at Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Charlottesville, Virginia, 11 a.m. Saturday November 20, 2010. The family will receive friends in the parish hall immediately following., There will also be a celebration of her life in the Chicago area later this year.


 


 

Phillip Cosenza

Phillip W. Cosenza VIRGINIA BEACH - Phillip Wayne Cosenza, 46, of Virginia Beach, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Chesapeake General Hospital after suffering a massive stroke. He is survived by his loving wife, Paula Lynch Cosenza and their son, Anthony James Cosenza. He is also survived by his parents, Sam and Doris Cosenza; his brother and sister-in-law, W. and Alisa Cosenza and their children; his aunt, Betty Lou Williams, his aunt, Sandra Hudson and the rest of the Cosenza family. Other surviving family members include his in-laws, James and Patricia Lynch; his sister-in-law and her husband, Vanessa and Bryan Godwin and their children; cousins, Hank Robertson, Phyllis Estrada, Melanie Matthews, Monty Hudson, Amy Hudson and friends Kevin and Lisa Hawkins, Glenn and Christine Arrasate and his co-workers at First Potomac Management, who were like family. Phillip grew up and lived in Virginia Beach. He cherished the time he spent with his wife and son, Anthony, at the family farm and at Lake Gaston. He provided his son a lifetime of memories in three short years. Phillip enjoyed being a building engineer for the last 18 years and has touched the lives of many people to include family, friends, co-workers and tenants. He will forever be remembered as having the ability to fix anything, always being the first to lend a hand and his generous, kind spirit. A funeral will be held Friday, Nov. 19, at 3 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held Saturday at noon in Prospect United Methodist Church Cemetery, Ebony, VA 23845. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hollomon- brown.com.


 


 

Phillip Edward Duling

DULING, Phillip Edward, 51, of Beaverdam, went to be with the Lord peacefully on November 16, 2010. He was preceded in death by his father, Maxie Lee Duling Jr.; uncle, Walter Coleman Duling; cousin, Ronald Warren Duling; and his beloved dog, Fatty. He is survived by his mother, Margaret C. Duling; sister, Linda Duling Vitek; nephew, Joseph Lee Vitek; aunt, Vernell Duling; uncles, Warren Stone Duling (Myrtle) and Allen Page Duling (Sharron); and numerous cousins and friends. Phillip was a gifted brick mason and farmer. The family will receive friends Friday, November 19, at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., and where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m., with the interment to follow in Independence Christian Church Cemetery.


 


 

Prietz, Margaret

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Margaret Blake Prietz VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret Blake "Maggie" Prietz, 74, passed away quietly at her home Nov. 16, 2010 with her loving husband ..... 


 


 

RENATE ARCHIBALD

ARCHIBALD, Renate Ulla, born May 18, 1956 in Friedberg, Germany, was tragically taken from us November 13, 2010. Renate gave a lifetime of love, devotion and joy to her family and many friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Kim Herbert; her grateful children, Rebekha Jean (and son-in-law, Eric Shaw), Jonathan James and Ellen Frances; as well as her parents, Renate and James Davis Jr.; and her many relatives and friends comprising her large extended family. Happy memories of Renate live on in each of those privileged to have known and loved her. Renate's family will receive family and friends at the Curtin Funeral Home, 1340 Union Rd., West Seneca, N.Y. 14224, on Friday, November 19, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Also at Curtin Funeral Home, the funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 20, with burial following at Mt. Hope Cemetery.


 


 

ROY WAYNE

Roy Wayne Mr. Roy Wayne of 183 Riverview Road, Madison Heights, departed this life on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at Virginia Baptist Hospital. He was the husband of Mrs. Sandra L. Wayne. In addition to his wife he is survived by two children, Michelle Wayne Anthony (Sean) and Roy Lamont Wayne and one step-son Kevin S. Lewis, two devoted aunts Mary E. Wayne and Thelma J. Wayne, a loving Father-in-law Deacon Joseph E. Davis, one brother-in-law Scott E. Brice (Ronnie) of Boston, MA, three sisters-in-law Dianne G. Brice of Lynchburg, Janet Moody and Alison Bayne (Pete), both of Philadelphia, PA, three grandsons Derrick L. Lewis, Jamari and Bralyn Anthony and a host of relatives and friends. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Friday Nov. 19, 2010, at Scottzion Baptist Church with the Rev. Russell Lee officiating and the Rev. Russell Gary Lee as the eulogist. Interment will be in the church cemetery. His remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends at 183 Riverview Road. The cortege will assemble at the church. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral@aol.com, Community Funeral Home directing.


 


 

Raymond Matthew Riner

Raymond Matthew Riner CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. Funeral services for Raymond Riner will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Rev. Paul T. Griffith officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Tyler Crane, Michael Quesenberry, Marcus Montgomery, Aaron White, Ethan Prater, Brad Copenhaver, Dual Caudill and Kevin Whitmer. Raymond had set up a fundraising website that was to be used for his lung transplant at:, Any donations made through this website will be used for his funeral service and the remaining balance will be donated to a Cystic Fibrosis patient currently in Vanderbilt who is in need of a lung transplant. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting


 


 

Riddick, James

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

James S. Riddick CHESAPEAKE - James S. Riddick, a native of Norfolk, passed on Nov. 13, 2010 at Pineview Nursing & Rehab in Clinton, ..... 


 


 

Rita Hardy

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Robert Reginald "Bob" Witcher

Robert Reginald "Bob" Witcher of Clearwater, Florida, formerly of Charlottesville, Virginia, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, October 16, 2010. Viola, his wife of 50 years, was by his side., He was born on March 7, 1935, to the late Silas and Olive Brown Witcher., He was preceded in death by his father and mother; two sisters; eight brothers; and his son, Dale Witcher of New York City., He is survived by his wife, Viola; two sons, Blane Witcher of Bronx, New York, Sergeant Gregory Witcher and his wife, Birgit, of Indianapolis, Indiana; two daughters, Kathy Jones and her husband, Evangelist James JV Jones, of Troy, Virginia, and Robyn Witcher of Oldsmar, Flordia; four grandsons, Antonio Witcher, Donald Wells Jr., Reginald Wells, and Matthew Bell; three granddaughters, Kim Witcher, Natasha Witcher, and Mariah Witcher; four great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews., A celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010, at J.F. Bell Funeral Home, 108 6th Street, Northwest, Charlottesville, Virginia, conducted by Evangelist James JV Jones.


 


 

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Rocky Lane Floyd

Rocky Layne Floyd GREENVILLE, Rocky Layne Floyd, 50, of Greenville, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2010, at his residence., He was born on September 10, 1960, in Virginia, a son of the late Maynard Henry Floyd., Rocky was a member of the Moose Lodge., Survivors include his ex-wife, but special friend, Robin Floyd of Buena Vista; two sons, Joshua Floyd of Staunton, and Dustin Floyd of Greenville; a granddaughter, Tasha Floyd; a half-sister, Jennifer; as well as many friends., A memorial service will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010, at the Stuarts Draft Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory, 1870 Stuarts Draft Highway, with eulogies by Joshua and Dustin Floyd., Memorial contributions may be made in Rocky's memory, to the , 4335 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060 or the, , 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060., Arrangements have been entrusted to Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory., Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family, and sign the guest register book online, by visiting


 


 

Roscoe, Cora

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Cora Lee Roscoe NORFOLK - Cora Lee Roscoe, 63, passed away Nov. 12, 2010. She was born March 21, 1947 to the late Alice .....


 


 

Rosenbaum, Katheryn

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Katheryn Rosenbaum NORFOLK - Katheryn "Momo" Rosenbaum went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by her loving family Nov. 16, 2010. She ..... 


 


 

Ruby Hicks

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Ruby T. Nance

Ruby T. Nance BRISTOL, Tenn. Ruby T. Nance, age 77, went home to be with her Lord, Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at her residence, following an extended illness. A native of Sullivan County, she was a daughter of the late Caleb and Elizabeth Lingerfelt Sigman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Billy Townsend; and two daughters, Barbara Jane Roop and Della Weaver. Survivors include one daughter, Debbie Johnson of Bluff City; two sisters, Helen Richards of Bluff City and Nancy Lingerfelt of Piney Flats; grandchildren, Angie Malone, Marsha Weaver, James Weaver, Sheila Burchett, Billy Joe Johnson Jr., Telenya Fillers, Tonya Malone; great-grandchildren, Christa Britt, Joseph Johnson, Karrah Johnson, Rebecca Malone, Kayla Malone, Julie Weaver, Dustin Fillers, Clinton Kirpatrick, Ashley Filler, Christopher Cunningham, Matty Fillers and Mackenzie Parker; and two great-great-grandchildren, Braylon Britt and Marley Hall. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Mrs. Nance was of the Baptist faith and she liked to cook. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, at Tetrick Funeral Home Bluff City Chapel with Rev. Eddie Leonard officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 8 p.m. prior to the service in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home and other times at the residence. The graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, in the Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Active pallbearers will be Joseph Johnson, Dustin Fillers, Kenneth Malone, Billy Johnson Jr., James Weaver and Billy Jaynes. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting


 


 

Ruth A. Sproles Wright

Ruth A. Sproles Wright BRISTOL, Va. Ruth A. Sproles Wright, 73, passed away on Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, in the Wellmont Hospice House, Bristol Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. The funeral service will follow at 8 o'clock with Rev. Scott Price officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 o'clock Friday morning, Nov. 19, 2010, at High Point Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent to the Gleaner's Circle, c/o Fellowship Chapel, 201 Crockett St., Bristol, VA 24201. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting


 


 

Ruth Douglas

Ruth L. Douglas, 78, of Charlottesville, Virginia, departed quietly from this life on Saturday, November 13, 2010, at her home., She was born May 7, 1932, in Albemarle County, to the late Lindsey Quarles and Ella Quarles Lewis. She was the widow of Peyton Douglas., Mrs. Douglas was a member of the Rose Hill Baptist Church of Simeon, Virginia., She leaves to cherish her memory six sons, Welford, Clayton, Paul L. and Bryant Douglas, all of Charlottesville, Nathan P. of Alexandria, Virginia, and Keith L. Douglas of Fluvanna, Virginia; five daughters, Matilda Johnson and her husband, Earl W., of Greene County, Pauline Moore and her husband, Leonard S., Ann Carter and her husband, George A., both of Charlottesville, Virginia, Glenda Mays and her husband, Edward, of Greensboro, North Carolina, and Karen M. Douglas of Woodbridge, Virginia; two sisters, Sarah Ragland of Falls Church, Virginia, and Arlene Brown of Boston, Massachusetts; one brother--in-law, Percy Brown; one sister-in-law, Marjorie Quarles; 24 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews; four close family friends, James Martin, Bonnie Breeden, Lori Allen, and Lucinda Perrineau; and a host of other relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010, at Rose Hill Baptist Church in Simeon, Virginia, with Pastor Jeffrey O. King officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Johns Baptist Church Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2010, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home., J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Sara E. Brown 

Nov 18, 2010 The graveside service for Sara Elizabeth Brown, 48, of Waynesville, N.C., who died Sept. 27, 2010, after a lengthy illness, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Highland Burial Park, Danville. Chaplain Paul Johnson and the Rev. Randy Stevens will officiate. The family will receive friends at Kings Grant at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, with a memorial service at 2 p.m. in Victory Chapel. She was born in Danville to William M. and Nancy M. Brown of Martinsville. Surviving, in addition to her parents, are two brothers, Robert Brown of Ft. Myers, Fla., and Jay Brown of St. Petersburg, Fla.; one niece; and two nephews. She graduated from George Washington High School and received bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi. She was employed by General Dynamics Information Technology. She was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Waynesville. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory, Martinsville Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Shauhon Doughtie

Shauhon M. Doughtie CHESAPEAKE - Graveside services for Shauhon M. Doughtie will be held at 11 a.m. today in Olive Branch Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge.


 


 

Shepherd-Vaughn, Gail

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

In Loving Memory Of Gail Shepherd-Vaughn February 10, 1950 November 18, 2009 Gail, Our Precious Sister and Aunt, A year ago God called you .....


 


 

Shirley Berlin

Shirley Berlin VIRGINIA BEACH - Shirley Frances Yavner Berlin, 88, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at her home in The Terrace at Beth Sholom Village, Virginia Beach. She was born July 12, 1922 in South Norfolk, Virginia, the daughter of the late Robert Simon Yavner and Bessie Glasser Yavner. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Phillip Berlin, to whom she was married for 53 years. Together, they lived for 45 years in the Roland Park section of Norfolk. Shirley was also preceded in death by a loving son-in-law, William E. Owens. Shirley is survived by three children, Arlene Berlin Owens, Judy Berlin Shelly and her husband Bill, and Steven Robert Berlin and his wife Kathy; and a brother, Jerome Yavner and his wife Sonya. Survivors also include six grandchildren, Holly Mattingly, Michael Sandler, Jeffrey Berlin, David Shelly, Leanne Shelly and Rebecca Berlin; and three great-grandchildren. Shirley was the third of six children. In addition to her brother Jerome, her siblings were a sister, Sadye Silverman; and brothers, Berry Yavner, Stanley Yavner and Alvin Yavner. She learned early in life the joys and responsibilities of family, and practiced these lessons throughout her life with utmost grace. Shirley and Phillip were founding members of Temple Israel. Shirley was also a member of Hadassah, the Hebrew Ladies Charity Organization, and the Beth Sholom Ladies Auxiliary. She also volunteered at Beth Sholom Village. Her passion was playing Mah-jongg, which she did until her death. She was a true lady in every sense of the word. The family thanks the staff of Beth Sholom Village, as well as Dr. Samuel Wittenburg, the nurses and aides from Medi Hospice, and the private aides who all lovingly cared for Shirley in her final years and especially through her final days. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Beth Sholom Village, 6401 Auburn Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. A graveside service will be conducted today, Nov. 19, at 1 p.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Granby Street, Norfolk by Rabbi Michael E. Panitz and Cantor Elihu J. Flax. The family will sit shiva Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. as well as Sunday afternoon and evening, with a minyon service at 7 p.m. Sunday. The address is 2829 Croix Court, Virginia Beach. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver.com.


 


 

Shirley E. Baird

On Nov. 15, 2010, Mrs. Shirley Elizabeth Baird, 63, of 338 Rolfe St., married to Edmond T. Baird of Petersburg, departed this life at her residence. She was born on Dec. 9, 1946, to the late Edmonia Jones Smith. She was one of five children; her oldest sister, Rosa "Aunt Glo" Reid, and brother, George Washington Smith, preceded her in death., Shirley accepted Christ at a very young age joining Tabernacle Baptist Church, of Petersburg, where she continued to be a faithful member until her health began to fail. Shirley served in the United States, for several years. She graduated from John Tyler Community College with an associate's degree in police science in 1977. She has worked in the nursing field for more than 10 years. She worked at Golden Living Nursing Home for several years until her health started to decline. Shirley was a resident of the Pocahontas Island community for the last 10 years; one that left the island for a while; but soon realized that there was nothing like living on the island., Shirley knew the Bible and studied it faithfully. She was a child of God and could quote and debate what she knew with the best of them that thought she was on the sideline just watching. Shirley knew what she knew because she knew the word of God. Shirley loved watching her television shows, "CSI," "The First 48," while rocking on her couch. Even when she became ill you better believe she continued to watch her shows. Shirley was one of a kind, and did not mind telling you what she wanted you to know. She may have been tiny, but was tough as nails. "Disco" Shirley was a giving, forgiving and loving person that loved her children, and they knew not to play with her but she was there for them at a drop of a dime., She leaves to cherish her memory: four children, Martin "Twin 1," Marcus "Twin 2," Tamara and Alicia Baird, all of Petersburg; sister, Roberta Whitehead; and brother, Leander Jones Jr.; 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; two uncles, Clarence and Samuel (Virginia) Jones, all of Petersburg; and a very close buddy, Mrs. Nancy Crocker of Petersburg; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Petersburg, where the pastor, the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Diggs, will officiate. Interment will follow in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The family is asked to assemble at the residence at 10 a.m. on the day of the service. The family is also receiving friends at the residence and may be contacted at 733-7694, 721-0904 or 243-1302., Arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be sent to


 


 

Spencer, Francis

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Francis F. Spencer CHESAPEAKE - Francis Furnald Spencer, 87, of the 4500 block of Nekoosa St. in North Port, Fla., went to be with ..... 


 


 

Starbuck, Selena

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Selena Siau Starbuck VIRGINIA BEACH - Selena Siau Starbuck, 82, passed away Nov. 14, 2010 in the comfort of her home. She was born .....


 


 

Stewart, Beatrice

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Beatrice C. Stewart NORFOLK - Beatrice C. Stewart, 73, of the 7000 block of Auburn Ave., passed away Nov. 14, 2010. A native of .....


 


 

Teresa W. Lang

Teresa W. Lang, Teresa W. Lang, 90, was born on December 19, 1919, in Manchester, England, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at Our Lady of Peace Retirement Community in Charlottesville, Virginia., After the death of her father, Fredrick W. Bailey, Teresa immigrated to America as an infant with her late mother and brother, Emily Dockery and Joseph F. Bailey, passing through Ellis Island and settling in Cleveland Ohio., Married to the late Lieutenant Colonel Delmar C. Lang, United States Air Force, Retired, in 1941, Teresa lived throughout the United States and Asia, settling in Maryland in the 1970's. All her life, Teresa volunteered her time, energy and love working with the American Red Cross, scouting programs, and church activities. For 30 years, she dedicated herself to serving and meeting the needs of the young women and infants of St. Anne's Infant and Maternity Home. As a member of the Seton Guild, she devoted years to this supportive ministry of St. Anne's., Teresa is survived by her five children, Patricia Porter and her husband, David, James Lang and his wife, Maria, Judy Auckenthaler and her husband, Reynold, Richard Lang, and Kathleen Henken and her husband, David; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Jane Stalter and her husband, Gene; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends whose lives she touched with her humor, love, and faithfulness., The family expresses their deepest appreciation for the love and support from the wonderful staff at Our Lady of Peace., The family will receive friends at Hill and Wood Funeral Home, 201 North First Street, Charlottesville, Virginia, from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2010., A Mass of Resurrection will be held at the Church of the Incarnation, 1465 Incarnation Drive, Charlottesville, Virginia, 22901, 1 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010. Interment will follow at Arlington National Cemetery, 1 p.m. Thursday, December 9, 2010., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Seton Guild, c/o St. Anne's Infant and Maternity Home, 4901 Easton Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20782.


 


 

Thomas Autrey Couch

COUCH, Thomas Autrey, 82, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2010, at Atlantic Shores. Born in Roaring Gap, N.C., to the late Cora and Robert Couch, Thomas was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War and retired from Aetna Life Insurance Company in Norfolk. Thomas was a graduate of the University of Richmond and earned two Master's Degrees from American College in Pennsylvania. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach and a longtime member of Kiwanis. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie S. Couch; a daughter, Linda Inman of Naples, Fla.; two sons, Thomas A Couch Jr. and his wife, Donna, and Frank W. Couch and his fiancee, Deborah, all of Virginia Beach; two sisters, Irene Couch and Lorene Couch Bond and her husband, James, all of Richmond; and four grandchildren, Ashley, Courtney and Kendall Couch of Virginia Beach and Robert Williams and wife, Marci, of Charleston, S.C. A memorial service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Albert Butzer officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Operation Smile.


 


 

Thomas Couch

Thomas A. Couch VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomas Autrey Couch, 82, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Atlantic Shores. Born in Roaring Gap, N.C., to the late Cora and Robert Couch, Thomas was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War and retired from Aetna Life Insurance Company in Norfolk. Thomas was a graduate of the University of Richmond and earned two master's degrees from American College in Pennsylvania. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach and a longtime member of the Kiwanis. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie S. Couch; a daughter, Linda Inman of Naples, Fla.; two sons, Thomas A Couch Jr. and his wife Donna, and Frank W. Couch and his fiancée Deborah, all of Virginia Beach; two sisters, Irene Couch and Lorene Couch Bond and her husband James, all of Richmond; and four grandchildren, Ashley, Courtney and Kendall Couch of Virginia Beach and Robert Williams and wife Marci of Charleston, S.C. A memorial service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Albert Butzer officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Operation Smile.


 


 

Transeau, Linda

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Linda B. Transeau NORFOLK - Linda Nell Brouillette Transeau, 69, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010 in a local hospital. She was a retired ..... 


 


 

V. Frances Wolfe 

Nov 18, 2010 The funeral for V. Frances Edwards Matherly Wolfe, 77, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 13, 2010, was held Wednesday at the Collinsville Pentecostal Holiness Church. Pastor Dan Woods, the Rev. Joe Beck and Pastor Jimmy Wood officiated. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Kermit Allen, Bruce Allen, Tim Allen, Osco Welch, Tommy Matherly, Jeff Matherly, Jonathon Smart, James Mabe and Dwayne Smart. Arrangements were by Norris Funeral Services and Crematory, Martinsville.


 


 

Valerie Fleming

FLEMING, Valerie Ann "Valnuni," left to be with her Savior on November 11, 2010. She was born April 28, 1951 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to the late Doris GP Fleming Greely and the late Walter Alvin Fleming. She was a lifelong resident of New Jersey and attended schools in the Newark Public School system. She relocated to Richmond, Virginia, in 2006, where she was employed by and retired from the United States Postal Service. She leaves to treasure her memory her children, Adrianne Fleming, Leonard Fleming, Cornell Fleming, Amina Curry; her sisters, Barbara Mason (Ronald), Diane Young (James); 14 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews; and her longtime friend, Lula Glenn. A memorial service will be held on November 20, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Cremation Society of Virginia, 1927 Westmoreland Street, Richmond, Va. 23230. Condolences can be sent to the family at 7518 Autumnleaf Ct., Richmond, Va. 23234. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 800, Washington, D.C.


 


 

Vernard Hughes Webb

He leaves his wife of 65 years, Katie Louis Webb; his children, William C. Webb, Nancy Webb Rendo, Stephen R. Webb, and Monica Bryant; his grandchildren, Andrew C. Rendo, Nicholas A. Webb, Farren A. Webb, Orion Webb, Erika Ray, and Ethan Bryant; his great-granddaughter, Gianna Ray; and many close friends., Vern had a passion for the environment and was a lifelong conservationist. His last civil service position was as director of photo interpretation for the Environmental Protection Agency., Throughout his entire life he was a mentor to many young men in the Boy Scouts of America as a Scout Master of Troop 497 in Sunnyvale, California, and Troop 1533 in Fairfax., In the later years of his life, Vern retired to Ashley Farm where he continued the journey of service to his community. He was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. Vern was a stranger to no one and a friend to all., A funeral service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home with the Reverend Sidney Craig officiating. Interment will be at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.


 


 

Viccellio, Katie-Fenton

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Katie-Fenton Viccellio NORFOLK - Katie-Fenton Viccellio, the daughter of Kathleen and David Viccellio and the sister of Megan-Brady Viccellio, died Nov. 14, 2010. After .....


 


 

Vickie Ayres

Vickie Sue Ayres CHESAPEAKE - It is with both sadness and celebration of a soul's new beginning that we say good-bye to Vickie Sue Ayres, 62, of Chesapeake. Vickie went to be with the lord Nov. 16, 2010 after a brief but courageous battle with lung cancer. She was the daughter of the late Virginia and William Mirgain. She was a member of Oak Grove United Methodist Church. Vickie had a tremendous love for her family, always embracing the opportunity to have everyone gathered together in her kitchen, sharing stories and laughing at memories. She had a beautiful talent for playing the piano with elegance and grace and an undying devotion for the St. Louis Cardinals. Vickie's graciousness towards others was without hesitation and although her generous spirit has set off to embark upon a new journey in the Lord's care, it will forever live in the hearts of the many lives she has so dearly touched. She is survived by her beloved husband of 41 blessed years retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. H. Grant Ayres; daughters, Kim A. Vanderheyden of Murfreesboro, Tenn., son-in-law Don Vanderheyden of Murfreesboro, Kelly A. Baker and husband Blake of Suffolk, Heather A. Kirby and husband Matt of Houston, Shannon A. Velez and husband Eitown of Chesapeake, and Stephanie J. Ayres of Murfreesboro; grandchildren, Nicholas, Breanna, Tyler, Madie, Abby, Buddy, William, and Mia; stepgrandchildren, A.J. Vanderheyden and Kristen Rowland; mother-in-law, Dorothy M. Ayres of Chesapeake; sister, Beverly Black and husband Gary of Pottstown, Pa.; brother, William E. Mirgain and wife Roni Ann of St. Louis; sister-in-law, Barbara Stark and husband Thomas of Naperville, Ill.; brother-in-law, Lee H. Ayres of San Jose, Calif. A funeral will be conducted Friday, Nov. 19, at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Randy McMillen, in Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk, VA 23435, with burial in the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the funeral home today, Nov. 18, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oak Grove UMC, 472 N. Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23320, the , 604 Constance Woods Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434 or the American Diabetes Association , P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116 - 7023. Condolences may be registered at www.bakerfoster.com.


 


 

Viola Armstead

ARMSTEAD, Viola C., 78, of Charles City, departed this life November 16, 2010. She was preceded in death by her son, Herbert L. Jr.; and her husband, Herbert L. Armstead Sr. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Brenda J. Armstead; five sisters, Juanita White, Julia Banks, Mable Cotman, Bernice Whiting (Frank) and Doris Parker; two brothers, Cecil and Alfred Crump; four sisters-in-law, Lillian and Thelma Crump, Gladys and Mae Armstead; a host of nieces, nephews; a devoted friend, Cloyd Johnson; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at J. Leroy Charity Funeral Home. Funeral, Charles City. On Saturday at 11 a.m., Mrs. Armstead will rest at Liberty Baptist Church, Charles City, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Eulogy by Rev. James H. Johnson Jr., pastor. Interment church cemetery. Please omit food.


 


 

Virginia M. Haley 

Nov 18, 2010 The funeral for Virginia Martin Haley, 94, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 14, 2010, was held Wednesday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville with the Rev. Mark Redd officiating. Burial was in the Martin-Haley family cemetery in Axton. Pallbearers were Danny Motley, Brian Lawson, Mike Wilson, Kevin Wilson, Donnie Haley, Jason Motley, Bruce Simpson, Eric Hankins and Timmy Haley.


 


 

Vivian Darnell

Vivian Dare Darnell CHESAPEAKE - Vivian Dare Darnell, 84, passed away Nov. 17, 2010. A native of Pitt County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Jessie and Coralie Smith and the widow of Horace Edgar Darnell who passed away Nov. 8, 2010. She is survived by her two sons, Kenneth W. Darnell and Mike Darnell and wife Deborah, both of Chesapeake; four grandchildren, Chris Darnell and wife Kelly, Renee Strother and husband Matt, Shane Darnell and wife Tracy and Shawn Darnell and wife April; and several great- grandchildren; five brothers, Robert E. Smith and wife Virginia of Kentucky, J.E. Smith and wife Myrna of Mississippi, Hardy Smith and Dawson Smith, both of North Carolina, and Carroll Smith of Virginia, and one sister, Becky Faulkner and husband Jay of North Carolina. The family will receive friends at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, with a memorial service at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Union Mission. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Voegtly, Kenneth

Thursday, November 18, 2010 1:00 AM 

Kenneth W. Voegtly GLOUCESTER - Kenneth W. Voegtly, 84, passed away Nov. 12, 2010. He was a craftsman with tools as well as with ..... 


 


 

WILLIAM BRIGGS (In Memoriam)

BRIGGS - William H. To our amazing Daddy - dearly loved, greatly missed. Happy Birthday Yvette and Felicia 


 


 

Walter Bernard Faris

Mr. Faris was born in Albemarle County on August 31, 1932, to the late Walter G. and Luttie Farrish Faris. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Mildred McCauley; and a brother, James H. Faris., Mr. Faris served his country in the United States Marines. He was a salesman at Sears for many years., He is survived by his wife, Anna Maupin Faris; a sister, Barbara Penington of Louisa; two brothers, Wilbourn G. Faris of Richmond, Virginia and Roscoe G. Faris of Charlottesville., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 19, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Norman Johnson and the Reverend Franklin Zimmerman officiating. Interment will follow at Mooreland Baptist Church Cemetery., The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Thursday, November 18, 2010.


 


 

William H. Myers Jr.

The concluding chapter in the book of life for William H. Myers Jr., affectionately known as "Billy," came to a silent and peaceful end on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010, at the Washington Hospital Center, Washington D.C., William was born to Mrs. Ethel Young Myers and the late Dr. William H. Myers on Nov. 4, 1953, in Petersburg, Va. He spent his early childhood attending public school in Chesterfield and graduated from Matoaca High School, Chesterfield. He continued his education at Virginia State University., William was the first African-American in the state of Virginia to receive the Young Teenager Award., Upon his relocation to Washington, D.C., William served as a teacher in the public school system, a commissioner in the administration of Mayor Marion Berry, and a community organizer and servant. He had an especially deep love for "His Seniors" of the Carver Terrace Langston Dwelling., William was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, D.C., and served as an usher., Surviving are: his beloved mother, Ethel Young Myers; his devoted brother, Charles E. Myers; his faithful sister, Deborah Myers; and his only niece, Lauren Myers; other relatives and several close friends locally and in the Washington area., The family will receive friends in the Washington area from 10 to 11 Saturday morning, Nov. 20, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 15th and V streets N.W., Washington, D.C. A service of remembrance will began at 11 a.m. A funeral service will be held noon Monday from the Chapel of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. The Rev. Andrew J. White, pastor of Zion Baptist Church, will officiate. Interment will be in Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg. The family may be contacted by calling 526-0017., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be sent to


 


 

Zand Gilbert Vest

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