Andrew "Andy" Marshall Pedersen Andrew "Andy" Marshall Pedersen died peacefully at his home in Lynchburg, Virginia on December 4, 2010. He was born October 19, 1951 in Blauvelt, New York. Andy was the proud father of Lisa Pedersen Turner (Christopher Turner of Lexington, KY) and Kyle Andrew Pedersen of Richmond, Virginia. He is also survived by his siblings Rusty Pedersen (Donna), of Nyack, NY; Jo Ann Pedersen Kopf (Ed) of Palisades, NY; and Michael Pedersen (Liz) of Vienna, Virginia as well as a host of other relatives and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Shirley Leffingwell Pedersen, and father, Emil (Red) Pedersen of Blauvelt, NY. Andy majored in Finance and received his Bachelor of Arts from Western New England College in 1974 and his Master of Business Administration from Averett College in 1993. He held various positions at such firms including Hooker Chemical & Plastics, Occidental Petroleum, and Ross Pharmaceuticals. He also founded and operated the accounting service Bow Wave Enterprises. In his spare time Andy loved music, gardening, and woodworking. He played his guitar and taught himself the banjo, harmonica and other instruments. His creations in his woodshop ranged from useful household furniture to keepsakes he gave to family and friends. Andy will be missed as surely he will be remembered. The family will receive friends Friday, December 10, 2010 from 3:00 - 5:00p.m. at Duiguid Waterlick Chapel. Burial will be private. Duiguid Funeral Services-Waterlick Chapel (237-2722), 21914 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg is serving the family. On-line condolences may be sent to www.diuguidfuneralservice.com |
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In addition to his wife, Albert is survived by a daughter, Johnell Phillips Fox, of Newport News; a son, Fernando Phillips (Shani), of Baltimore, Md.; a brother, Henry E. Diggs, of Newport News; five grandchildren; an aunt, Katherine Britt (Herbert); and a host of other relatives and friends. |
HARRIS, Alfred Sr., 74, of Richmond, Va., departed this life December 7, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty E. Harris. He leaves to cherish his memory three daughters, Twanna Brooks (Percell), Janet Pegeas and Jacqueline Moore (Larry); three sons, Larry L. Easley (Carolyn), Alfred Jr. and Paul Harris; 14 grandchildren, one devoted, Danyell Easley; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mildred House and Elzena Lynch (Wayne); two brothers, Enfant (Bessie) and Marcellus (Misako) Harris; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held Friday, December 10, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010 in the March Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Rodney Williams officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery. |
Alonzo Lennie Hughes, Alonzo Lennie Hughes, 57, of Louisa, Virginia, died on Monday, December 6, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia., He was born Tuesday, November 10, 1953, in Louisa, Virginia, the son of Mary L. Poindexter Hughes and the late Johnie L. Hughes Sr. He was the husband of the late Cynthia Hughes and Remona A. Hughes., He was a graduate of Louisa County Public Schools and was employed by Real Estate III at Zion Crossroads, Virginia., Surviving are his son, Justin Alexander Hughes; daughter, Alonna Kelly Hughes; brothers, Johnie L Hughes Jr. and Mark M Hughes and his wife, Priscilla; two sisters, Suzette Kim Brown and Sheila M Brown; two grandchildren, Sanaia Quarles and Mariah Gaines; two aunts, Elizabeth Lee and Susie Quarles; and one brother-in-law, James Anderson., Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010, at First Baptist Baptist Church, 102 Meadow Avenue, Louisa, Virginia, with Bishop John Marshall officiating. Interment will follow in the Poindexter Family Cemetery., Thomasson Watson Funeral Service, Inc., of Louisa, is handling the arrangements. Condolence may be offered to the family at |
A funeral service will be held at noon on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, in Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church with the Rev. Roland A. Cuffee officiating. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at 324 Barlow Road by 11 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Harrold may be viewed from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. |
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CLEMENTS, Anne McGeorge, 85, of Manquin and Walkerton, entered eternal rest on December 7, 2010. She was the widow of Eugene Wooddy Clements. They were married for 59 years before his death on March 22, 2003. She is survived by her children, Eugene Jr. (Pat), Carlyle Page (Brenda), Catherine C. Taylor (Carl), Thomas Bernard (Michele). She has seven grandchildren, Thomas of Glen Allen, Page of Manquin, Patricia of Alpharetta, Ga., Tara Johnson (Bryan) of Walkerton, Kyle Clements Taylor of Mechanicsville, Carter McGeorge and Caroline Stone of Mechanicsville; one great-granddaughter, Taylor Anne Johnson of Walkerton; and one sister, Mildred Broaddus of Richmond, Va. Anne was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Lee and Jane Moran McGeorge. She was raised from the age of two by her maternal aunt, Verna, and uncle, Carlyle Nuckols, and his parents, Oscar and Irene Nuckols. Anne always gave full credit to the Nuckols for making her feel special and an important part of the family and always greatly loved. Anne was a shrewd business woman. She was always generous, forthright and engaging. She conversed easily with people in all walks of life. Anne kept up with the times and spoke easily on many topics. When asked how she wished to be remembered, Anne replied, "As a good wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother." Anne influenced many people in her lifetime. She will be greatly missed. Her remains rest at B.W. White Funeral Home, Route 360, Aylett, Va., where the family will receive friends Wednesday, December 8, from 4 to 8 p.m., and where the service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, December 9, 2010. Interment at McKendree United Methodist Church Cemetery, Manquin, Va. Donations may be made to McKendree Cemetery Fund or Mattaponi Rescue Squad, Walkerton, Va. 23177. |
Annie Bell Wiseman FISHERSVILLE, Annie Bell Wiseman, 81, of Crossroads Road, died on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, in Augusta Nursing and Rehab Center., She was born September 1, 1929, in Augusta County, a daughter of the late Harry T. and Virgie (Jarvis) Wiseman., Prior to retirement, Miss Wiseman worked on a dairy farm., She was a member of Old Providence ARP Church., Family members include a brother and sister-in-law, Harry Thomas and Violet Wiseman of Staunton; a sister, Mary C. Fitzgerald of Staunton; and numerous nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by a sister, Lucille Sweet., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Old Providence ARP Church by the Pastor Lewis Sweet Jr. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church., Active pallbearers will be F. P. Mish, Gary Mish, Lyle Sweet Jr., Jessie Shaver, Kyle Shaver, and Stuart Sweet., Honorary pallbearers will be her nieces and nephews., Condolences may be made to the family at |
Arlene Faye Marsh Eskey, Arlene Faye Marsh Eskey, 65, who worked for 39 years with Sprint, died on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Arlene courageously fought lung cancer., Arlene and her husband, Butch, resided in Harrisonburg, Virginia. She was an avid outdoors person who loved picnicing on the Blue Ridge Parkway and long walks. She lived life to the fullest along the side of her beloved Butch., Arlene was a loving caring wife, sister, and a true and devoted friend to many. She was especially devoted to the many four-legged friends she had., She was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, a daughter of the late Fannie Hawley Marsh and Octavis M. Marsh., Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 45 years, Harold C. "Butch" Eskey Jr.; her mother-in-law, Beulah Chester; sister, Frances Staton and her husband, John; brother-in-law, Steve Parrish and his wife, Ruby; brother, Cleveland Henry Marsh and his wife, Sharon; special aunt, Evelyn Sodaman; and many loving nephews, nieces, family and friends., In keeping with Arlene's wishes she will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date in Charlottesville, Virginia., Those wishing to honor and remember Arlene may do so by making a donation to Rockingham Memorial Hospital Hahn Cancer Center, 2008 Health Campus Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801; Bridgewater Retirement Community, 302 N. Second St., Bridgewater, VA 22812; your local chapter of the SPCA or a local Hospice unit., Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Johnson Funeral Service in Bridgewater is in charge of arrangements. |
Arliss McConnell Barr DAMASCUS, Va. Arliss mcConnell Barr, 67, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at her residence. She was the daughter of Ruby McConnell of Damas cus, and the late Willis McConnell. She was a member of the Church of Christ. In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Bookie Barr; and a son, Mark Barr. In addition to her mother, she is also survived by her daughter, Lisa Jackson and her husband, David, of Damascus; one granddaughter, April Milhorne and her husband, Josh, of Damascus; two grandsons, David Aaron Jackson of Glade Spring, Va., and Joshua Ray Jackson of Damascus; two great- granddaughters, Sierra Milhorne and Hannah Grace Milhorne; five sisters, Jean McConnell of Abingdon, Va., Barbara Barr and her husband, R.D., of Glade Spring, Va,, Linda Hand of Damascus, Peggy Carter and her husband, Sam, of Damascus, and Brenda Shores and her husband, John, of Stuart, Va.; two brothers, Harry McConnell Jr. and his wife, Linda, of Radford, Va., and Tommy McConnell and his wife, Audrey, of Damascus; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, in the Riverview Chapel at Garrett Funeral Home with Mr. John Shores and Mr. Walter Stoutie, ministers, officiating. The committal service and interment will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus. Honorary pallbearers will be David Aaron Jackson, Joshua Ray Jackson, Josh Milhorne, David Jackson, and Sam Carter. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Home Nursing Services of Southwest Virginia and Hometown Hospice of Abingdon, including Tracie, Dickie, Trish, Teresa, and Deanie for all their loving care given to Mrs. Barr during her time of illness. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Friday prior to the funeral service at Garrett Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent and a memorial video tribute may be viewed by visiting |
ARNOLD LLOYD BOOTHE FLOYD-Arnold Lloyd Boothe, 73, passed away December 2, 2010. Mr. Boothe was a long time Funeral Director in Richmond, Virginia, member of the Model A club in Richmond, and a member of Stuarts Horse Artillery SCV 1784. Survivors include: a brother and sister-in-law, Lowell and Pat Boothe; sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Bob Daniel; two nieces, Sue Anne Boothe and Laura Daniel; one nephew and spouse, Gary and Monique Boothe; great nephew and niece; Robert Boothe and Dominique Boothe; and many friends in Richmond. Funeral service was conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 6, 2010 at Gardner Funeral Home with the Reverend Angela Carr officiating. Interment followed at Beaver Creek Cemetery. Friends called after 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 5, 2010 at Gardner Funeral Home where the family was from 6-8 p.m. Condolences to the family may be made at, Arrangements were being handled by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd. |
Arthur Harold Salminen, Arthur Harold Salminen, 71, of Waynesboro, died suddenly while vacationing with his wife in Pensacola Beach. He was on the peer overlooking the Gulf Coast enjoying a beautiful sunny day on Saturday, December 4, 2010., He will be missed by his family and friends. He leaves behind his wife, Adele, of 44 years; and his two daughters, Britt Farrington and her husband, Bob, and Kristina Adler and her husband, Matt; grandchildren, Alex and Matt Farrington, and Jake and Joy Adler. Also twin brother, Carl Salminen of New York; and sister, Carolyn Konheim-Ketchum and her husband, Brian, of New York., He was preceded in death by his mother Irene; and Carl Salminen., Arthur was born on August 17, 1939 in Flushing, New York. He attended Valley Forge Military Academy in New York and Pratt Institute and Brooklyn Community College. He went on to work for Hopeman Brothers as a project engineer during which time he developed two patents for navy ship interior designs. Arthur was transferred with Hopeman Brothers and moved his family from New York to Waynesboro in 1971 where he resided until 2010., In 1988 Arthur suffered from a severe stroke and has been cared for by his loving wife since that time., He never gave up on working to continually improve his physical limitations. He would be seen almost every day driving his golf cart to the public tennis courts at the park working on his serve or to the WCC driving balls at the range; all with one hand!, Thanks to all the kind people who supported him with his efforts. Those who knew "Artie" will remember him as a fun loving, vivacious man with a generous nature and a big heart. He was quite a ham! He had an incredible determination and an amazingly positive attitude that was an inspiration to all who knew and loved him. He will be dearly missed., A private family gathering will be held Saturday, December 18, 2010 at The Iris Inn, Waynesboro. An open house will follow at 3p.m. for a remembrance to celebrate his life., In lieu of flowers, please contribute to a local charity of your choice. |
Avis Hundley PORTSMOUTH - Margaret Avis Hundley, 96, passed away peacefully Dec. 7, 2010. She was born April 15, 1914 and lived in Portsmouth all but the first few years of her life. Mrs. Hundley was predeceased by her mother, Margaret S. Gurley; her stepfather, James Gurley; her first husband, Charles Morgan Stanton; and her second husband, John Bowden Hundley. She was an active member of Court Street Baptist Church for more than 75 years and was a member of the Ruth Bible Class. She was also a member of the Portsmouth Executive Club. She is survived by a son, Robert M. Stanton and his wife Eleanor Tyler Stanton; a granddaughter, Allison Stanton McDuffie and her husband U.S. Navy Capt. David "Duff" McDuffie; a great- granddaughter, Frances Meredith McDuffie, a great- grandson, Stanton Michael McDuffie; a sister, Mavia Hudgins; a niece, Suzanne Hudgins Noles and her husband John Lester Noles; and two grand-nieces, Anna and Kristin Wright. The family wishes to thank the outstanding staff at Province Place of Maryview and her team of caregivers for their effective and compassionate care of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. today, Dec. 9, at Court Street Baptist Church by the Rev. Dr. L. Wilbur Kersey. A reception will follow in the church social hall. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Court Street Church Endowment Fund, 447 Court St., Portsmouth, VA 23704. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling arrangements. |
CORSO In loving memory of Barbara J. Corso, Dec. 9, 1939 - Nov. 9, 2008. Your love, hope, advice and wit are missed every day. Only God knows how much you are missed by your friends, family and your loving husband, Melvin Corso. Happy Birthday, Beautiful Love, Melvin |
Barbara Custis NASSAWADOX - Barbara Miles Darden Franklin Custis, 67, wife of Phillip Randall Custis, passed away Monday, Dec. 6, 2010 at her home in Nassawadox. A native of Reisterstown, Md., she was the daughter of the late William Darden, the late Barbara Lathroum Franklin and the late William J. Franklin. She was the owner of Maplewood Garden Nursery and a founder of the Master Gardeners of the Eastern Shore. She was a member and vestryman of Hungars Episcopal Church. With her husband she helped establish The Randy Custis Memorial Ball Park in Nassawadox, for which they were presented the 2010 Volunteer Family of Year Award by Gov. McDonnell. Other than her husband, she is survived by two sons, William Parke Custis of Exmore and Spencer Miles Custis of Providence Forge, Va.; four grandchildren, Cody Custis, Taylor Custis, Cheyanne Custis and Caleb Custis; a sister, Kathryn B. Franklin of Taneytown, Md.; a brother, William J. Franklin III of Cockeysville, Md.; and four cousins, Ray Franklin, Beverly F. Duncan, Geof Franklin, and Marybeth Franklin. She was predeceased by a son, Phillip Randall Custis Jr. A funeral will be conducted Sunday, Dec. 12, at 2 p.m. in Hungars Episcopal Church with the Rev. Robert G. Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in the Belle Haven Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the residence Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Randy Custis Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 237, Nassawadox, VA 23413. Or online at http://www.trcmf.net. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome. com. Arrangements made by Doughty Funeral Home in Exmore. |
Barbara Lee Terrill Bolden Barbara Lee Terrill Bolden, 70, of Orange, died on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, Virginia., She was born March 2, 1940, in Orange County, the daughter of the late Russell and Larue Belle Terrill. Mrs. Bolden was a member of the Shady Grove Baptist Church and was retired as a weaver from the American Silk Mill in Orange., Mrs. Bolden is survived by her husband, Norman Bolden Sr. of Orange; five daughters, Patsy Bolden, Wanda Bolden Tyler and her husband, John, Cornelia Bolden Braxton and her husband, Eric, and Karen Bolden Carter and her husband, John, all of Orange, and Cassandra Bolden Rouse and her friend, Willie King, of Spotsylvania; one son, Norman Bolden Jr. of Orange; three brothers, Jesse, Clarence, and Oliver Terrill, all of Orange; four sisters, Serita Johnson of Orange, Marjie Stewart of Madison, Joyce Terrill and Deola Winston, both of Orange; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and longtime close family friend, George "Puddin" Long Jr. of Orange., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at the Shady Grove Baptist Church with interment to follow in Westview Cemetery. The Reverend Joseph Moore will officiate., The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. |
Memorial services will be held 3 p.m. on Dec. 11, at Bucktrout Funeral Home, 4124 Ironbound Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the . View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for Betty Young Cockram, 67, of Elam Drive, Ridgeway, who died Dec. 7, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville. Burial will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Ridgeway. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour before the service and other times at the home of her daughter, Tonya Rea, 639 Log Manor Road, Spencer. She was born Oct. 19, 1943, in Franklin County to Truman Allen Young and Ruby Hodges Young Winfield. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, William "Billy" Cockram and Charles "Chuck" Cockram, and her stepfather, William "Bill" Winfield. She retired from Bassett Walker Knitting after 19 years of service and also drove a bus for the Henry County Schools for 14 years. Surviving, in addition to her daughter, are her husband, Joseph L. Cockram of the home; two sisters, Robin Bryant and Elva W. Pugh, both of Martinsville; two brothers, Robert G. Winfield of Roanoke and William L. Winfield of Fincastle; and five grandsons. Memorials may be made to the Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Department. |
Betty King Hutchinson, Betty King Hutchinson, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother of Charlottesville, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2010., Betty was born on May 28, 1952, in Charlottesville and was the daughter of the late Donald and Aagot King., She also was preceded in death by her brother, Keith King., Betty graduated from Albemarle High School in 1970 and attended Cowan College in North Carolina. She married Jerry Hutchinson on May 5, 1990. She grew up working in the many different stores her father had founded in Charlottesville, included Foods of All Nations, and 7 Day Jr. Convenience Stores. She inherited her father's entrepreneurial spirit by successfully running the Rock Store for many years., She is survived by her husband, Jerry Hutchinson; son and daughter-in-law, Leif and Sarah Coleman; daughter and son-in-law, Chris and Keith Hambrick; brother, Erik King; grandchildren, Morgan Coleman, William Coleman, Carter Coleman and Lane Hambrick; cousins, Steve King and Lynn Slayton; nephew, Deke King; and a niece, Lisa Stanley., A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday December 9, 2010, at the Teague Chapel., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at the Teague Funeral Home., The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Charlottesville Albemarle Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 160, Charlottesville, VA 22902 or to the Charlottesville Albemarle S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 7047, Charlottesville, VA 22906., Friends may sign the guest register at |
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec., at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, and other times at Donna's home, 19 Belle Lane, Poquoson. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, in the funeral home chapel by the Rev. Milford C. Rollins. Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton. |
Billy Banner Robinette RICHLANDS, Va. Billy Banner Robinette, age 77, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in a Salem, Va. hospital. He was born in Coeburn, Va., and was the son of the late Isaac Edward and Mary Marie Tompkins Robinette. He had made his home in the Richlands area for the past 25 years and was retired from the U.S. Army. He served during the, and was a life member of the Casey-Shortt, Post No. 9640 of Richlands. Survivors are: two daughters, Billie Neese of Santa Fe, N.M., Paula Alderman of Ft. Meyers, Fla.; special friend and companion, Loraine Johnson of Richlands; three grandchildren, Sheena Neese, Eddie Neese, and Cpt. Adam Keene, USAF. Memorial services for Bill Robinette will be conducted Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at 3 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, with the Rev. Stafford Compton and Rev. Jim Denton officiating. Members of the Casey-Shortt VFW Post No. 9640 will conduct military rites and will serve as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Casey-Shortt VFW Post No. 9640, P.O. Box 416, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at |
Billy Gene Duckett BRISTOL, Va. Billy Gene Duckett, 67, passed away Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol Tennessee. Mr. Duckett was born on June 18, 1943, in Bristol Tennessee, the son of the late Bill Arlen Duckett and Vine Anna Fields Duckett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Wayne Duckett and Roosevelt Duckett. Survivors of Billy Gene Duckett include two daugthers, Stephanie Newman and husband Vernon, Bronwyn Sword and husband Jeff; two sons, Chris Duckett and wife Tonya, and Aaron Duckett; two brothers, Clifford Duckett, Donnie Duckett; eight grandchildren, Danielle Newman, Jessica Newman, Trey Newman, Michael Newman, Brynna Duckett, Andrew Duckett, Brittany Duckett, Erica Duckett; the mother of his children, Margaret Duckett. The famly of Billy Gene Duckett will hold a celebration of life service from 4 - 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at Soul's Harbor Church of God, 1369 Warpath Drive, Kingsport, Tenn. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the . Online condolences may be sent to the family of Billy Gene Duckett by e-mailing Snyder's Funeral Home snydersfuneralhome@hotmail.com or by signing the online guest registry found on the funeral home's Web site |
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Harriet J. Brattain VIRGINIA BEACH - Harriet Jane Brattain, 59, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Born in Greensboro, S.C., she had been a longtime ..... |
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Eloise Bryant PORTSMOUTH - Eloise "Dee" Bryant, 65, departed this life Monday, Dec. 7, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Marcellus ..... |
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John R. Butler VIRGINIA BEACH - On Dec. 6, 2010, retired U.S. Navy Master Chief John R. Butler passed away peacefully at home after ..... |
Carl W. Hollinger Sr. NORFOLK - Carl W. Hollinger Sr., 92, went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Lillian M. Hollinger and a son, the Rev. Vincent L. Sawyer; his parents, Benjamin and Estella; two brothers, Harry and Miflin and two sisters, Estella and Addie. He is survived by two sons, Benjamin Hollinger of Milford, Del., Carl Hollinger Jr. and his wife Martha of Virginia Beach; grandchildren, Vincent Jr., Vickie and Brian Sawyer, Ben Hollinger Jr., Brenda Hollinger and husband Christophe, Dan Hollinger, Steve Hollinger and wife Susan, and Kerri Hardwick and husband David; and many great- grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. He was an active member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Norfolk and a previous member of more than 50 years and former deacon of Central Baptist Church in Norfolk. He and Lillian always enjoyed duck pin bowling and were active in many bowling leagues. He was a retired Longshoreman of the International Longshoreman Association. He had a lifelong love for gardening and a strong spirit for giving. The family will receive friends Friday, Dec. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. The funeral will be held Saturday, Dec. 11, at 11 a.m. in Fellowship Baptist Church, 419 Glenrock Road, Norfolk. The burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family invites friends to a reception at Fellowship Baptist Church after the interment. The family would like to thank the caregivers from Leigh Hall and Odyssey Hospice for the excellent care given to him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fellowship Baptist Church. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyer. com. |
NORFOLK - Carl W. Hollinger Sr., 92, went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010. |
A viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 521 North Avenue, Newport News, Va. Interment to follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. |
Cheryl Ann Benn, Cheryl Ann Benn, 54, of Charlottesville, passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2010, at her residence., She was born February 5, 1956, to Mrs. Eloise P. Allison and the late William P. Benn in Arlington, Virginia., She is survived by her children, Jonathan D. Welsh of Surrey, England, and Kristina L. Borjas, Esq. of San Francisco, California, and their spouses. Also surviving her are her cousins, Pamela Best, Denise Messerli, Jacquelyn Regland, and Malcolm LaFever; her aunts, Lois P. Martin and Chris LaFever; an uncle, Vernon F. Pierce; and her ex-husband, John Lee Borjas., She loved family, friends, beaches, the sun and especially the holidays., She sincerely loved working with people, both colleagues and clients, during her career at Doubletree Hotel, Damon's Restaurant, the Colonnades Nursing Home and most recently at the Red Carpet Inn., A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday December 11, 2010, at Olivet Presbyterian Church, 2575 Garth Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-295-1367, with the Reverend Albert Connette officiating., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Olivet Presbyterian Church., Friends may send condolences to the family at |
Our mother passed away during her sleep at her residence on Dec. 7, 2010, after a long courageous battle with brain cancer at the age of 67., Born Jan. 31, 1943, to the late Josef and Marie Leitner in the town of Feldsberg in the former Czechoslovakia. Left to cherish her memory is a loving sister, Maria and her husband, retired Col. Bill Grey; her daughter, Leslie Watkins and husband, Jeffrey of Colonial Heights, Va.; her son, Lt. Col. Kevin Solander and wife, Samantha of Roanoke, Va.; her grandchildren, Kati Watkins and Christopher Watkins, both of Colonial Heights, Petty Officer Third Class Andrew Solander, stationed at U.S. Navy Nuclear Power School, Charleston, S.C., and Connor, Tucker and Patric Solander of Roanoke, Va.; and her surviving relatives in Germany, especially her cousins, Seigret Zugner and Alex Zugner., Christa was a long time state employee of the Virginia Correctional Enterprises in Chesterfield, Va. In her spare time she enjoyed line dancing, bird watching, yard work and thrift store and antique shopping. She also loved her yearly vacations and visits to relatives in Germany., Private services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a charity of your choice. |
VIRGINIA BEACH - Christopher Dominic Blanchard, 30, lost his life Monday, Nov. 29, in a single car accident in Southeastern Louisiana. |
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Inez Harris Clary PORTSMOUTH - Inez Harris Clary, 92, of Vaughan Court, passed away Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. She was a native of Portsmouth ..... |
Cleona Lawson Jarvis JEFFERSON CITY, Tenn. Cleona Lawson Jarvis. age 94, formerly of Kingsport, Tenn., passed away Dec. 7, 2010, at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. She had lived at Chandler House after moving to Jefferson City, where they became her family and friends also. She was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church but had attended Community United Methodist Church while in Kingsport. Preceded in death by her husband, George Jarvis; parents, Samuel J. and Lula Kleeper Lawson; sisters, Maxie Wilson, Jane Spivey, Jo Phillips, Ruth Lawson and Hazel Lawson; and brother, Rev. Luther Lawson. Survived by sister, Eva Donelson; caretakers, niece, Glenda Lawson Byrd; great-nephews, Gregory (Regina) Byrd, Scott (Carla) Byrd; great-great-nephews, Brandon Byrd, Colton Byrd, Jackson Byrd and Hayden Byrd; great-great-niece, Kendra Byrd; other nieces, Iris Stamper, Barbara Rector, Beverlee Bartley, Scarlett North, Teresa Lawson and Vera Moore; nephews, Don Lawson, Rev. Jeff Wilson, Rev. Rodney Lawson, Melford Lawson, David Spivey; sister-in-law, Mary Alice Lawson; brothers-in-law, Marlin Wilson and Jack Spivey; many more relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at Oak Hills Funeral Home in Kingsport with Rev. John Pinkston and Rodney Lawson officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service. Family will receive friends from 9 until 10 a.m. prior to the service. Arrangements by Farrar Funeral Home in Jefferson City, TN (865) 475-3892 |
A Memorial Service will be held at noon on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at the Vincent Funeral Home. |
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Mericher J. Cotton NORFOLK - Mericher J. Cotton of the 200 block of W. 38th St. died Dec. 6, 2010. A funeral will be ..... |
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Barbara Custis NASSAWADOX - Barbara Miles Darden Franklin Custis, 67, wife of Phillip Randall Custis, passed away Monday, Dec. 6, 2010 at her home ..... |
Dorothy Scott Kramer Dorothy Scott Kramer, 87, of Lynchburg, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, December 3, 2010. She was the beloved wife of Harold F. Kramer. Dorothy was born in Atlanta, Georgia on June 17, 1923, daughter of the late Jesse Grover and Inez Elliott Scott. In addition to her husband, Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Dianne and Norris Williams of Evington; sons Scott and Sandy Kramer of Forest, Michael Kramer of Rustburg, Billy and Connie Kramer of Forest, Kevin Kramer and Suzanne Guy of Lynchburg, and Zane and Janet Kramer of Rustburg; grandchildren, Scott and Robin Kramer, Jr., Steve and Marie Kramer, Mischele and Joseph Routh, Jeb and Whitney Kramer, Lindsay and Brian Hagstrom, Carson and Jonathan Winston, Reed Kramer, Alison Kramer, Alan Kramer, Jr. and Ashley Kramer and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Patricia and husband Jesse Cantrell of Georgia, two sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy was predeceased by her brothers, Jesse, Billy, Bobby and Donald Scott, half-sister, Joyce Sprague, grandson, John Dustin Kramer, and daughter-in-law Missie Kramer. Dorothy was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church where she served on the Diaconate, and as a Sunday School teacher. She drove a school bus for nineteen years for the Campbell County School system. Dorothy was an avid bowler and was inducted into the Lynchburg Area Women's Bowling Association. She enjoyed traveling, especially cross country and beach trips, was passionate about sports and loved being with her family. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dorothy's caregivers, Nancy Shannon, Mona Ferguson, and Gail Crouse. A memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Covenant Presbyterian Church with Pastor Margie Anderson officiating. Memorial contributions in Dorothy's memory may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church, 108 Melinda Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com. |
GATES, Dallas B., 76, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2010 at Colonial Heights Health Care Center. Mrs. Gates was preceded in death by a daughter, Yvonne G. "Bonnie" Rager; a grandson, Christopher Gates; and a brother, Leon Benfield. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Ronald T. Gates; a son, Keith R. Gates and wife, Patricia, of Prince George; a daughter, Allison G. Krupp and husband, Bert, of Colonial Heights; three grandsons, Kyle T. Krupp, Dylan J. Krupp and Mackenzie D. Krupp, all of Colonial Heights; two granddaughters, Nicole R. Butt and husband, Aaron, of Fork Union and Erica-Leigh R. Rainey and husband, J.P., of Chesterfield; a great-grandson, Elijah T. Butt; a great-granddaughter, Alyssa Rackley. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, December 12, 2010, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 3701 Conduit Road, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, with Reverend Deborah Fair officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va. 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
CRENSHAW - Daniel Reynolds Jan. 16, 1981 - Dec. 8, 2007 Daniel, we love you and we miss you, but we know you are still with us. You had such a sense of adventure and love of learning. We miss your kind heart and gentle nature. You made our lives complete. Love, Mom, Dad, and Lara Rest in peace in the arms of the Lord. |
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 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com |
A celebration of Darlene's life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, at Faith Baptist Church, 100 Blackburn Lane in Hampton, 23666, officiated by the Rev. Larry Soblotne. Interment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park in Newport News. |
Darren Stafford KINGSPORT, Tenn. Darren Stafford, 43, tragically passed away on Mon day, Dec. 6, 2010, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Darren resided in Kingsport most of his life before moving to Joelton, Tenn., near Nashville. He was a graduate of Sullivan North High School and Middle Tennessee State University. He worked in the Nashville area for the past 15 years. Darren was a gifted musician, singer and songwriter. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Dan Stafford; his maternal grandparents, Ross and Pearl Greear. Survivors include his wife, Kahtrina; his parents, Don and Sheila Greear Stafford; his only brother, Derek Stafford and wife, Robin; niece, Olivia Faith; two nephews, Jeff and Jordan; and his special grandmother, Billie Jo Stafford. The family is honoring Darren's request for cremation. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga St., Kingsport. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ray Amos officiating. Music will be provided by Tim Stafford of Blue Highway. Honorary pallbearers will be Travis Ward, Lee McCown, Chad Doub, Jeff Doub, Mike Greear, Shawn Greear, Roger Sutherland, Lance Salyer, Vince Roberts and The Catawampus Band members. A private entombment of cremains will be held at a later date at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting |
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Mrs. Delores S. Lyons of 14106 Faraday Place, Chester, Va., mother of the Rev. Dr. George W.C. Lyons Jr., pastor of Gillfield Baptist Church, Petersburg, died on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at Tyler's Retreat of Iron Bridge, Chester, Va., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
Donald R. "Don" Yates Donald R. "Don" Yates, age 82, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. He was born July 14, 1928, in Martha's Vineyard, Oak Bluff, Mass., to the late James R. Yates and Clara Edna Jones Yates. He made his home in Lexington, Ky., for several years before moving to Blountville, Tenn. Mr. Yates was a retired bus driver for Lextran Bus Company in Lexington. He was a member of Gardners Chapel Primitive Baptist Church. Don was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie Leigh Fleenor Yates; his first wife, Eileen Morrison Yates; by two brothers, Albert J. Yates and Samuel Yates; and a sister, Clara Stanton. Survivors: sons, Dr. James R. Yates and wife Phyllis, Ronald Eugene "Randy" Yates; grandchildren, Melissa Yates, Brian Yates; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, from the Gardners Chapel Primitive Baptist Church with honorary speaker Elder Bobby Carter and Rev. I.W. McNamara officiating. Burial will follow in Gardners Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-8 at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at |
Doris Jean Western FT. DEFIANCE, Doris Jean (Frazee) Western, 82, of Fort Defiance, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at Augusta Health., She was born in Morgantown, West Virginia, on July 1, 1928, the daughter of the late Asa Ralph and Grace Catherine (Guthrie) Frazee., Mrs. Western lived in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, and graduated from South Union High School. While there, she accompanied her high school music groups on piano. After graduation, she attended Bridgewater College where she majored in Elementary Education and Music and accompanied coral groups on the organ., After meeting her husband, John Lee Western, the two were married by the Reverend Guy West. The couple shared a loving union of 62 years in Fort Defiance., She was an active member of Uniontown Church of the Brethren in Pennsylvania and Middle River Church of the Brethren in Virginia. Mrs. Western currently attended New Hope United Methodist Church. She was also very active in many other activities and church work. She was a member of Hill and Dale Garden Club, which she participated in designing many award winning arrangements; working in her flower gardens was also a favorite past time., Jean taught school in Augusta County for many years. She loved children and owned Little BoPeep Kindergarten at Verona United Methodist Church from 1970 until 1974. Mrs. Western loved teaching children and each one was a special gift to her. There was not a child Jean met who she couldn't relate to., In addition to her husband, she is survived by daughter, Shirley Western of Charlottesville; brothers, Willard Frazee and his wife, Betty, and Raymond Frazee and his wife, Lois, all of Uniontown, Pennsylvania; sister-in-law, Mrs. Thomas Smiley of Waynesboro; special nephew, Terry Smiley of Waynesboro; special cousin, Darwin Shaffer of Hazelton, West Virginia; canine friend, Patty; as well as many nieces and nephews., A celebration of life service will be held 3 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010, at New Hope United Methodist Church with the Reverend R. Douglas Gunsalus officiating. Burial will be private., There will be no formal viewing or visitation at the funeral home., The family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Western's caregivers, Lydia Graber, Regina Ritchie, Katie Thomas, Sue Gery, and Karen Wimer., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Hope United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 86, New Hope, VA 24469; or New Hope Fire Department, 691 Battlefield Rd., New Hope, VA 24469., Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting, Arrangements have been entrusted to Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory. |
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Edwin Booth Vaden Edwin Booth Vaden, M.D. died December 7, 2010. A native of Gretna, VA, he was born August 14, 1920, the son of Giles Henry Vaden III and Mary Booth Vaden. He was a retired pediatrician who practiced 33 years in Lynchburg, VA. After retirement, he and his wife Anne Rogers "Bunny" Vaden lived in Pawleys Island, SC, where he served as a volunteer physician for nearly 20 years at the Smith Medical Clinic for the needy. In 2002, Ed and Bunny moved to Charlottesville. She preceded him in death in 2008. Ed was a graduate of Gretna High School, Hampden-Sydney College and the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Reserve Medical Corps during World War II and the Korean War. Ed is survived by his brother William Carrington Vaden of Columbus, GA; daughter Anne Carter Vaden of Arlington, VA; sons Edwin Booth Vaden Jr. and wife Elizabeth of Chapel Hill, NC, Frank Rogers Vaden and wife Katharine of Lynchburg, Peter Booth Vaden and wife Ann of Charlottesville; grandchildren, Edwin Carter Vaden, Brandon Rogers Vaden, Anne Blythe Vaden, Frank Rogers Vaden, Jr and wife Suzanne, Robert Hill Vaden and wife Jennifer, Blake Rogers Vaden and wife Amy, Katharine Jett Caden, Mary Booth Vaden Greiner and husband Hansel, Elizabeth Rappaport Vaden, Alice Catherine Vaden; great grandchildren Morgan Vaden, Jackson Vaden, Luke Greiner, Benjamin Greiner, Samuel Greiner, Walker Vaden. In addition to his wife, Ed was preceded in death by his sister Mary Vaden Coles; brothers Giles Henry Vaden IV and Kenneth Underwood Vaden; and two great-grandchildren, Louis Cannon Vaden and Katherine Blythe Vaden. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday December 11, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church in Lynchburg, Va. A reception will follow in the Church Parish Hall. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Smith Medical Center, 116 Baskerville Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585. Friends may sign the guest register at teagufuneralhome.com |
HAMBLIN - In loving memory of Ernest "Ernie" Wayne Hamblin who fell asleep in death on December 7th, 2009 in Nashville, Tenn. He is missed by his mother, Jackie, his sister, Melanie, Aunt Janet and Uncle Joe, as well as many other family members and friends. We look forward to seeing him again in the resurrection. |
Memorial Service Edward Kubilus Memorial Services will be held for Edward Kubilus on December 10, 2010 at 11am in Good Hope Methodist Church, 1633 Benefit Road, Chesapeake |
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Revor Edwards PETERSBURG - After a long illness, Revor W. Edwards, beloved mother, sister, educator, passed peacefully Nov. 23, 2010 at Retreat Hospital, Richmond, ..... |
Edwin Booth Vaden, Edwin Booth Vaden, M.D., died on Tuesday, December 7, 2010., A native of Gretna, Virginia, he was born August 14, 1920, the son of Giles Henry Vaden III and Mary Booth Vaden., He was a retired pediatrician who practiced 33 years in Lynchburg, Virginia. After retirement, he and his wife Anne Rogers "Bunny" Vaden lived in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, where he served as a volunteer physician for nearly 20 years at the Smith Medical Clinic for the needy. In 2002, Ed and Bunny moved to Charlottesville. She preceded him in death in 2008., Ed was a graduate of Gretna High School, Hampden-Sydney College and the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He served as a Lieutenant in the, Reserve Medical Corps during World War II and the, Ed is survived by his brother, William Carrington Vaden of Columbus, Georgia; daughter, Anne Carter Vaden of Arlington, Virginia; sons, Edwin Booth Vaden Jr. and his wife, Elizabeth, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Frank Rogers Vaden and his wife, Katharine, of Lynchburg, Peter Booth Vaden and his wife, Ann, of Charlottesville; grandchildren, Edwin Carter Vaden, Brandon Rogers Vaden, Anne Blythe Vaden, Frank Rogers Vaden Jr. and his wife, Suzanne, Robert Hill Vaden and his wife, Jennifer, Blake Rogers Vaden and his wife, Amy, Katharine Jett Caden, Mary Booth Vaden Greiner and her husband, Hansel, Elizabeth Rappaport Vaden, and Alice Catherine Vaden; great-grandchildren, Morgan Vaden, Jackson Vaden, Luke Greiner, Benjamin Greiner, Samuel Greiner, and Walker Vaden., In addition to his wife, Ed was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Vaden Coles; brothers, Giles Henry Vaden IV and Kenneth Underwood Vaden; and two great-grandchildren, Louis Cannon Vaden and Katherine Blythe Vaden., A memorial service will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday December 11, 2010, at St. John's Episcopal Church in Lynchburg, Virginia. A private graveside service will be held at a later date., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Smith Medical Center, 116 Baskerville Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585., Friends may sign the guest register at |
ELIZABETH "IRENE" SPANGLER FLOYD-Elizabeth "Irene" Spangler, 88, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 5, 2010. She was born on April 26, 1922, a daughter of the late General Washington Boyd and Eula Mae (Radford) Boyd. She was a member of Floyd Baptist Church for over 50 years. Irene was owner and operator of Tuggles Gap Restaurant and Motel along with her husband, George C. Spangler, Sr. for 31 years. She enjoyed volunteering for Angels in the Attic in Floyd and the local American Red Cross. She will be remembered for her love of family, her welcoming smile, and compassionate spirit. She brought sunshine to every life she touched. She was preceded in death by her husband, George C. Spangler, Sr., eight sisters, Leila Hatcher, Ocie Weddle, Sylvia Hatcher, Goldie Nolen, Francis Evelyne Boyd, Ruby Pauline "Polly" Brockwell, and Rose Ellen "Tempsey" Mitchell, and one brother, John "Wilson" Boyd. She is survived by: one sister and brother-in-law, Lucy Jane Harris and Junior Harris, Floyd; two sons and daughters-in-law, Marvin B. and Janet Eanes, Floyd; G.C. Jr. and Rhonda Spangler, Floyd; three grandchildren, Junior Eanes, Check; Debbie Eanes Olmo and her husband Richie Olmo, Check; Ashley Spangler, Roanoke; one great granddaughter, Mykayla Eanes, Check. She is also survived by many special cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral service was conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at Gardner Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Joe Womack officiating. Interment followed at Jacksonville Cemetery. Friends called at Gardner Funeral Home on Tuesday after 1:00 p.m. where the family was from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Irene's memory may be made to the Floyd County Rescue Squad or your favorite charity. Condolences to the family may be at, Arrangements are being handled by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd, (540) 745-2007 |
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at Hampton Memorial Gardens. |
BROOKS-JEFFRIES, Elizabeth, 78, widow of William Thomas Jeffries, expired November 30, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Estelle-Murphy Brooks; and brother, Roosevelt Brooks. She is survived by two sons, Ronald and David Brooks; 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. For arrangements contact Ronald Brooks at 301-518-4463. |
Elizabeth H. Erwin, Elizabeth H. Erwin, 46, of Zion Crossroads, died Friday, December 3, 2010., She was born April 10, 1964, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Thomas William Alvey Jr. and Mary Hite Alvey., Elizabeth is also survived by her husband, David M. Erwin; two daughters, Helen Hite Erwin and Jordan Mae Erwin; a brother, Thomas William Alvey III and his wife, Michelle, of Atlanta, Georgia; a sister, Mary H. Day and her husband, Steven, of Belleville, Illinois; two nieces, Piper M. Alvey and Annabelle Day., She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Clemson University in 1986, an Master of Science in Nursing degree from St. Louis University in 1989, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree from the University of Virginia in 2002. Elizabeth was Sigma Theta Tau at St. Louis University, and a Roberts Scholar at the University of Virginia., Elizabeth loved her family and she was dedicated to her work as a Psychiatric Nurse with the children and adolescents of the greater Charlottesville community., A private family service will be held in the St. Louis area later in the week., Friends may send condolences to the family at |
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Elizabeth Tomlin Farish, Elizabeth Tomlin Farish, 89, of Waynesboro, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2010., She was born on November 6, 1921, the daughter of the late Edgar L. Tomlin and the late Bertie Kirby Tomlin. In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, Page T. Farish., Elizabeth is survived by a son, Tom Farish of Waynesboro; a granddaughter, Brandy Wood of Newport News; a grandson, Justin Farish of Stuarts Draft; and three great-grandchildren, Seth, Izik, and Ashton Wood, all of Newport News., A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, in the chapel of Teague Funeral Service. Interment will immediately follow at Monticello Memory Gardens., The family will receive friends at Teague Funeral Home from 6 until 7 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010., Friends may sign the guest register at |
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Eloise Bryant PORTSMOUTH - Eloise "Dee" Bryant, 65, departed this life Monday, Dec. 7, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Marcellus "Ray" Bryant; her children, Augustine "Linda" Pugh, James "Jimmy" Pugh (Hazel), Barry E. Pugh, Vincent E. Pugh; stepdaughter, Pamela Harris; six grandchildren, Antonio, Mia, Latisha, Barry Jr., Baron and Phylena; five great-grandchildren, Quadarius, Tamia, Kautious, Tremaine, Mason; two sisters, Helen Copeland, Evelyn Saunders; six brothers, Larry Waters, James Waters (Kim), Dennis Waters (Mary), Timothy "Mike" Waters, Gregory Waters and Ollie Waters. "Dee" was predeceased by her parents, James Larry and Sarah Ruth Waters; brother, Otis Saunders; and grandson, Tremaine V. Pugh. A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in Corprew Funeral Services Chapel, Portsmouth. The family will assemble at the residence at 1 p.m. for the procession. |
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OPHELIA - Eric Vincent Charnick Sr., 47, of Ophelia, Va., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. He was a boat mechanic and employed by Custom Yacht Services in Irvington, Va. |
CHARNICK, Eric Vincent Sr., 47, of Ophelia, Va., passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2010. He was a boat mechanic and employed by Custom Yacht Services in Irvington, Va. He is survived by his wife, Joan E. Charnick; daughters, Erica Anne Marie Charnick and Mary Alexis English; son, Eric V. "Vince" Charnick Jr., all of Ophelia; parents, Elmer and Patricia Charnick of Glenns, Va.; and three brothers, Wayne Charnick and wife, Robin, of Urbanna, Va., David Charnick and wife, Kathy, of Louisiana, Odell Charnick and wife, Amanda, of Shackelfords, Va. The family will receive friends at Faulkner Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, Burgess, Va. on Friday, December 10, 2010 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2010. The family will receive friends at Harmony Grove Baptist Church in Topping, Va., from 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be held at Bethel Memorial Cemetery in Jamaica, Va. Memorial donations may be made to Northumberland Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Reedville, Va. 22539. Online remembrances may be made at faulknerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
Ethel L. Simms VIRGINIA BEACH - On Monday, Dec. 2, 2010, Mrs. Ethel L. Simms passed away. She was 103 years old. Born Dec. 20, 1906, in Rocky Mount, N.C., she was a strong woman and her family was important to her. She is predeceased by her husband, Clyde Simms. She is survived by grandsons, Rodney K. Gramberry and Joel L. Gramberry, and other grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews out of state. She will always be loved. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.pretlowandsons.com. |
ETHEL UNDERWOOD RADFORD FLOYD-Ethel Underwood Radford, 95, went home to heaven on December 6, 2010. She was born on July 18, 1915. Ethel was preceded in death by her husband, Swanson Radford, whom she was married to for 73 years. Two sons, Leonard and Harry Lee, three grandsons, James Robert, Danny, and Timmy, one granddaughter, Alisa, and one great-granddaughter, Becky, preceded her in death. She is survived by: two sons and daughters-in-law, Marvin and Jean Radford, Roger and Sally Radford, Sadie Radford; one daughter and son-in-law Doris and Chris Dickerson; eight grandchildren, Paul and Debbie Radford, Jane Radford, Venda and Garrett Keith, Linda and Paul Goad, Lynn and Scott Wimmer, Amanda and Colen Bishop, Darrell and Susan Dickerson, and Janice and Kenny Cox; 20 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren also survive. Funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 9, 2010 at Gardner Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Leon Wood officiating. Interment will follow at the Williams Cemetery. Friends called on Wednesday after 4 p.m. at Gardner Funeral Home where the family was from 6-8 p.m. Condolences may be made to the family at, Arrangements by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd 745-2007. |
The Lord, in his infinite wisdom, called Eulis Henry Hicks home to eternal rest and peace on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at the Medical College of Virginia Hospital, Richmond, Va., Eulis, the eldest son of 10 children, was born on Sept. 29, 1941, to the late Henry Edward and Alfreda Jones Hicks of DeWitt, Va. He was preceded in death by a younger brother, Clyde Hicks; two nephews, Michael Hicks and Darien Hicks; three nieces, LaSandra Wyatt, Carla Wyatt and Joy Wyatt., He was educated in the Dinwiddie County Public School system and later received certification in auto mechanics and small engine repairs. He was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church, DeWitt, Va., and served on the male Usher Board. He was employed by the Virginia Alcohol and Beverage Board until his retirement in 2001., Eulis was a man of few words, quietly touching the lives of many who came in contact with him. He was both comical and stubborn by nature. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed., He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife of 44 years, Mary Kathleen Hicks; his children, Tervin Aloundria Faulcon, Bracey, Va., Eulis Juarez (Tammie) Hicks, Fort Mitchell, Ala., Dezhele LaShay (Kenneth) Jones, Matoaca, Va.; grandchildren, Dimonique Brown, Canisha Wynn, Sequoya Graham, Erin Hicks and Tyrese Hicks. Eulis is also survived by two brothers, McSwennie (Mary) Hicks, Ettrick, Va., Murriell (Mildred) Hicks, Dinwiddie, Va.; six sisters, Adlena Cunningham, Tacoma, Wash., Ruby (Gary) Lowrance, Bronx, N.Y., Margaret Wyatt, Petersburg, Va., Bertha Hicks, Petersburg, Va., and Yvonne Mahone, DeWitt, Va.; one uncle, Calvin Hicks, Baltimore, Md.; two aunts, Cora Hicks, Baltimore, Md. and Lillian Hicks, Amelia, Va.; and a host of nieces (one of whom he affectionately called E.T.), nephews, greats, cousins and friends., Homegoing service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, DeWitt. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Friday at the McKenney Chapel., Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the J.M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd. McKenney. (804) 478-4411. |
Eunice Faye Nunley ABINGDON, Va. A graveside service for Eunice Faye Nunley will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon with Rev. Bill Reynolds officiating. Pallbearers will be Josh Reynolds, Chris Mitchell, Billy Reynolds, Chris Kestner, Cody Kestner, Adam Burke, Eddie Wilson, Jason Thompson and Mike Harris. A book of memories is available online at |
Mrs. Evelyn Givings Walker, 86, formerly of 14803 Lew Jones Road, Dewitt, currently a resident of 2128 South Whitehill Drive, Petersburg, entered eternal rest on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, in the comfort of her home., She was born on Dec. 23, 1923, to the late Jasper E. Givings and Bessie L. Givings. Ms. Walker accepted Christ into her life at an early age and remained faithful to Him for years to come. Affectionately known as "Aunt Evelyn" to all she met, Ms. Walker enjoyed cooking and thoroughly enjoyed attending church, especially Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Dewitt under the leadership of the late Pastor Robert Jones Jr. Prior to the declining of her health, she would spend much time daily reading and studying the Bible., She completed her education in Yonkers, N.Y., and retired from Arch Way School for special needs children in Camden County, N.J., She was preceded in death by: one son, Henry Travis; five sisters; and two brothers., Left to cherish her wonderful memories are: her sister, Isadora Batts of Petersburg; her "adopted daughter," Sharon Johnson, whom she resided with for an extended time; a loving and devoted nephew, Roger Batts, who ensured that she had the best of everything; five grandchildren, Kevin Travis of Schenectady, N.Y., Debra Allen of Bronx, N.Y., Devin Travis and Senora Sellers, of Wappingers Falls, N.Y., and Alan Travis of Stanford, Conn.; two nieces, Barbara N. Todd of San Diego, Calif., Margaret Andrews of Petersburg and Jerry Todd of Portland, Ore.; one sister-in-law, Mary Virginia Frazier of Philadelphia, Pa.; one brother-in-law, Albest Todd of San Diego, Calif., and a host of cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews. A special thanks to Florence Goodwyn, Jennie Parham, Shirley Taylor and the staff of Adult Healthcare Solutions, Petersburg, the staff of Odyssey Hospice, Colonial Heights, Dr. Manu Gadani, Hopewell, and Dr. Charles Ashby, Dinwiddie., A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Dewitt. The Rev. Marilyn Elder, interim pastor, will officiate. Interment will follow in Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery, Petersburg. In lieu of a wake, the family will receive friends at the home of her nephew, Roger Batts, and sister, Isadora Batts, at 1527 Hanover St., Petersburg, on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, from 7-8 p.m. and will also assemble there at noon on the day of the service. The family can be contacted at (804) 862-2339., Arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be sent to |
Everlena Lowe Long PORTSMOUTH - Everlena Lowe Long, 68, was called to rest by our Heavenly Father Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Everlena was born in Norfolk Sept. 1, 1942 to the late Limon Wooten Lowe Sr. and Mary Lilly Lowe and raised in Portsmouth. Everlena earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in English and the Master of Arts in Communications from Norfolk State University. She completed post graduate studies at The College of William and Mary and Old Dominion University and the University of Virginia. She retired from Norfolk Public Schools after 35 years of teaching. Her professional and civic memberships include National and Virginia Education Associations for retired teachers, Portsmouth Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Portsmouth Chapter, Delicados Incorporated and N.A.A.C.P. Everlena was the recipient of awards for her contributions to education and the community. She was among the first group of educators who received the School Bell Award, the highest award presented by the school board of Norfolk Public Schools for outstanding contributions to education. She was a member of Mount Carmel Baptists Church, Portsmouth, where she served with the Christian Education Ministry, Sunday School, Couples' Ministry, Senior Choir and the Beautification Ministry. She was a dedicated member and group leader of the Bible Study Fellowship (BSF), held at Deep Creek Baptist Church, Chesapeake. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, Floyd R. Long Sr.; her children, Rhonda Long Bass and her husband Edward of Leesburg, Ga., and Floyd R. Long Jr. and his wife Glenda of New City, N.Y.; her brothers, Limon Lowe Jr. of Portsmouth, Melvin Lowe Sr., and his wife Claudia of Nashville, Tenn., and Thurman Lowe and his wife Patsy of Brooklyn, N.Y. Also surviving are her pride and joy, four grandchildren, Floyd R. Long III, Felicia R. Long, Edward K. Bass IV, and Chelsea S. Bass; three aunts and one uncle and a host of family and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 10, from 1 until 5 p.m. at J. T. Fisher Funeral Services, 1080 N. George Washington Hwy., Chesapeake. The Portsmouth Chapter of the Delicados will hold a memorial service at 7 p.m. followed by an Omega Omega service conducted by the Portsmouth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, 3310 Deep Creek Blvd., Portsmouth. The family will be at the church at 6 p.m. The life celebration service will be held Saturday, Dec. 11, at noon at Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. E. T. Knight officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. Condolences may be offered to the family electronically at www.jtfisherfuneralservices.com. |
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Francisca F. Flora VIRGINIA BEACH - Francisca Ferrer "Ansing" Flora, 93, peacefully went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010. She was born ..... |
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A funeral liturgy will be celebrated 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, by the Rev. Msgr. Robert M. Perkins. |
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Francisca F. Flora VIRGINIA BEACH - Francisca Ferrer "Ansing" Flora, 93, peacefully went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010. She was born Nov. 11, 1917 in Naguilian in the Philippines, the daughter of the late Andres and Martina Ferrer. Ansing was the bread winner and caretaker of her brother and six sisters after her parents passed away. She was part of the first Lord of Pardon Prayer Group and a member of St. Matthews Catholic Church. Out of the 13 children that Ansing and her husband were blessed with there were four sets of twins. Ansing was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 34 years, Francisco A. Flora. Left to cherish her memory are sons, German and wife Lina, Victorio and wife Grecelda, Artemio and wife Lolita and Arturo and wife Mila; daughters, Aida Padilla and husband Roland, Imelda Flores and husband Efren and Lourdes Olivo and husband Romeo; 18 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren from the U.S., Canada and Philippines and many other loving relatives and friends. The family will receive friends and family from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, in Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 4889 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. A Mass of Christian burial will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 5345 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com. |
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Gary A. Hensley |
Dec 9, 2010 Gary A. Hensley, 58, of Roanoke, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, after a long illness. He was born Sept. 7, 1952, to Marie Hensley of Horsepasture and James Bryant Hensley. He was preceded in death by his father. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are two sons, Ian J. Hensley of Daleville and Joseph A. Hensley of Fincastle; two grandsons; two brothers, Dana Hensley of Horsepasture and Michael Henlsey of Tennessee; and a sister, Susan Hensley Walker of California. John M. Oakey & Son in Salem is in charge of arrangements. |
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Gorman E. Harrell |
Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for Gorman Euel Harrell, 83, of Meadows of Dan, who died Dec. 6, 2010, was held Wednesday at Meadows of Dan Baptist Church. The Revs. Michael Shockley and Coan Agee officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Seth Harrell, Bremen Harrell, Vance Agee, Jimmy Agee, Billy Johnson, David Delp, Chad Foster, Carl Hylton, Amy Harrell, Heidi Foster, Kristina Delp, Heather Hill, Jennifer Johnson, Amber Harrell and Lillian Harrell. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart handled arrangements. |
GORMAN EUEL HARRELL MEADOWS OF DAN-Mr. Gorman Euel Harrell, 83, passed away Monday, December 6, 2010 at his home. He was born in Carroll County on July 15, 1927 to the late Jesse and Alva Stanley Harrell. In addition to his parents, Mr. Harrell was preceded in death by a son, Keith Samuel Harrell, an uncle and aunt, Dorsie and Clara Stanley Harrell, and a sister, Norma Cassell. He was a member of Meadows of Dan Baptist Church, and had been a farmer. Mr. Harrell is survived by: his wife of 52 years, Janet Poff Harrell of the home; four daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Ronnie Thomas of Meadows of Dan, Susan and Mike Hill of Stuart, Sharon and David Kimble of Laurel Fork, and Terri Anne and Jeff Hylton of Lawsonville, North Carolina; one son and daughter-in-law, Lester Gorman and Anita Harrell of Patrick Springs; ten grandchildren, Amy Harrell, Heidi Foster and husband, Chad, Kristina Delp and husband, David, Jennifer Johnson and husband, Billy, Heather Hill, Seth Harrell, Bremen Harrell, Amber Harrell, Lillian Harrell and Carl Hylton; four great-grandchildren, Trey Delp, Kayleigh Johnson, William Delp and MaKinleigh Johnson; six brothers and sisters, Armand Harrell and wife, Ruby of Ridgeway, Evelie Agee of Meadows of Dan, Reva Sue Lucas and husband, Charles, of Galax, Velda Agee and husband Coan of Keysville, Mahlon Harrell and wife, Carol Ann, of Meadows of Dan, and Bill Harrell and wife, Jerri, of Martinsville; one brother-in-law, Donnie Cassell of Meadows of Dan; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral service for Mr. Harrell was held Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at Meadows of Dan Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Shockley and Rev. Coan Agee officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Meadows of Dan Baptist Church. If desired, memorials may be made to Meadows of Dan Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Building Fund, 2511 Jeb Stuart Hwy., Meadows of Dan, Virginia 24120. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart handled arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by visiting |
Mr. Gregory L. "Top" Jones of 613 North Carolina Ave., Petersburg, Va., entered into eternal rest on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at his residence., He was born May 1, 1962, to Oscar and Augustine Jones in Petersburg, Va. He was a lifelong resident of Delectable Heights, Petersburg, Va. Gregory attended Petersburg Public Schools and graduated with the Class of 1981. He was a former employee of Professional Maintenance in Prince George, Va., and Beasley Family Cleaning Service in Petersburg, Va., He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar Jones Sr., He leaves to cherish his memories, one daughter, Selina Johnson, two grandchildren, De'Quan Howard and Deonta Coleman, mother, Augustine Jones, all of Petersburg, Va.; grandmother, Bertha Goode of Chesterfield, Va.; one sister, Paula "Sis" Jones of Petersburg, Va.; five brothers, Oscar "Skeet" Jones Jr., Ricky "Tic" Jones, Larry "Brown" Jones (Lisa), all of Petersburg, Va., Paul Jones of California and Timothy Jones of North Carolina; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends, among them several devoted, Bobby, Chin, Ms. Martha, Celestine, Joyce and Wendy., Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. The interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 1:30 p.m. at the funeral establishment., The family will assemble 1 p.m. the day of the services and receive friends at 1212 St. James St., Petersburg, Va., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Jones online at, Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. (804) 732-8911, |
Hannah M. Breason, 11, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at MCV Medical Center. She is survived by her loving parents, Lori Williams Breason and Randall S. Breason; a sister, Brittany R. Breason; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, in Highland United Methodist Church, 125 E. Westover Ave., Colonial Heights, with the Rev. Keith Ritchie and the Rev. Dr. Cathie Stivers officiating. Interment will be private., Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at |
RICHMOND - Harold G. Hadad, 62, passed away Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at MCV hospital in Richmond, Va. |
VIRGINIA BEACH - Harriet Jane Brattain, 59, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Born in Greensboro, S.C., she had been a longtime member and elder of Community Presbyterian Church of Hampton. |
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Funeral services officiated by the Rev. Ray Goude Jr. and Dr. Paul Garber will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Gloucester Point Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Gloucester Point Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. |
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Carl W. Hollinger Sr. NORFOLK - Carl W. Hollinger Sr., 92, went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010. He was predeceased by ..... |
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Avis Hundley PORTSMOUTH - Margaret Avis Hundley, 96, passed away peacefully Dec. 7, 2010. She was born April 15, 1914 and lived in Portsmouth ..... |
Irene Charlotte Marlowe Mitchell Irene Charlotte Marlowe Mitchell, 86, Bedford, died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Born May 30, 1924, in Rochester, New York a daughter of the late Edward Joseph Marlowe and Irene Rogers Marlowe. She was a communicant of Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her husband, Ziny John Mitchell; a son, Michael John Parmenter; and one sister, Ruth E. Fess. She is survived by a son, James Jay Mitchell and wife, Janet; a daughter, Irene Carol Parmenter; five grandchildren, John, Tom, Autumn, Melissa and Audrey; and one great-grandchild, Jaden; and two sisters, Jeanette M. Barr and Marjorie J. Sturgis. The family suggests planting a flower in remembrance of Irene. A vigil for the deceased will be conducted at 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, in the Tharp Funeral Chapel with Father Salvador A¤onuevo officiating. To send condolences, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, 586-3443. |
Ida M. Turner |
Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for Ida Maxine "Mack" Turner, 71, of 1221 Top St., Martinsville, who died Dec. 6, 2010, at UNC Medical Hospital at Chapel Hill, N.C., will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home. The Rev. Dr. Eric Hairston will officiate. Burial will be in the Tinsley family cemetery in Sydnorsville. The family will receive friends for a half-hour before the service Saturday and other times at the home. She was born Aug. 18, 1939, in Sydnorsville to John E. Tinsley and Charlotte J. Hughes Joyce. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Walter L. Joyce; and her husband, Donald Lee Turner Sr., in 1996. She attended Albert Harris School, and she was a member of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Martinsville and the Pilgrim Travelers Choir. Surviving are six daughters, Audrey L. Turner, Vanessa D. Turner, Shirl T. Dillard and Vickie M. Turner, all of Martinsville, D. Regina Turner-Holmes of Bassett and Chynita L. Turner-Pryor of Williamsburg; three sons, Donald L. Turner Jr., Dwayne M. Turner and Micheal A. Turner, all of Martinsville; a sister, Billie J. Wade of Martinsville; a brother, Allen J. Hughes of Martinsville; 22 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. |
Inez Harris Clary PORTSMOUTH - Inez Harris Clary, 92, of Vaughan Court, passed away Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. She was a native of Portsmouth and a retired music teacher from the Norfolk Public School system and church organist. Survivors included two children, Salone T. Clary Sr. and Margaret Clary Gray; two brothers, Dr. James A. Harris Sr., and Charles F. Harris Sr.; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Saturday, Dec. 11, at noon in Ebenezer Baptist Church, Portsmouth with the Rev. Dr. J. Rayfield Vines officiating. Burial will follow in Roosevelt Memorial Park. An AKA memorial service will be held Friday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. in Corprew Funeral Home. |
Irene Moxie, After 5 years of loving and devoted care from the staff of Birch Gardens of Royal Care, Irene Moxie, 93, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 7, 2010., She was born April 1, 1917, in western Pennsylvania., She was a 48-year member of Tinkling Spring Presbyterian Church. There, along with many other activities, she served as President of the Women of the Church., Irene was a founder of the original Fishersville Cub Scouts, and was a very active member of the Fishersville Senior Center., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, John Moxie. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family., Left to cherish her memories are three sons, Chuck Moxie and his wife, Vicky, of Waynesboro, Frank Moxie and his wife, Karen, of Front Royal, and Mike Moxie of Fishersville; one daughter, Kathy Moxie of Ashland; four grandchildren, Steve Hall, Robin Chrisman, John Moxie, and Jeff Moxie; and one great-grandchild, Abigail Chrisman., A celebration of Irene's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, December 10, 2010, at Tinkling Spring Presbyterian Church conducted by the Reverend Jan Owen. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. A reception of friends will take place at the church following the services., Active pallbearers will be Jeff and Beverly Marcum, Bob Thompson, Ricky Morris, Sam Simpkins, Mary Lockridge, Karla Campbell, and Danny Alexander., Honorary pallbearers will be Lillian Henderson, and the staff of Birch Gardens of Royal Care., There will be no formal visitation at McDow Funeral Home, however friends may stop by during business hours to sign her guest register., Those wishing to share their memories with the family online may do so at |
James Burks Fray James Burks Fray, Attorney-at-Law, age 95, of Campbell County, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Burks Fray; his father, John Joseph Fray; step-mother, Nell Purdy Fray; and his sister, Emma Elizabeth Fray. Mr. Fray was survived by several first cousins. He was known to his friends and relatives as Jimmy. Mr. Fray was born on September 23, 1915, in Campbell County, and lived his entire life as a resident of Campbell County. He was an avid defender of wildlife, especially turkeys, although he did enjoy the sport of fox hunting when he was younger. He attended Campbell County Schools and after graduation from Rustburg High School, he attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, Virginia, from 1933 until June of 1937, when he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy. He was member of the VPI ROTC program when he graduated. After graduation, he worked for the Lynchburg Chamber of Commerce and was an agricultural agent for the Farm Security Administration. Mr. Fray joined the United States Army in January of 1942 and served in World War II in the Infantry until his honorable discharge on June 30, 1946. He attained the rank of Major before his discharge. Mr. Fray served as an infantry unit commander for 45 months while in the service and commanded an Infantry Company and an Infantry Battalion and was responsible for their administration, discipline, training, general welfare and efficiency. He was Executive Officer of an Infantry Battalion responsible for the proper supervision of all Companies Messes, training and administrative work. He received several awards and metals during his tenure including the Victory Metal in World War II. After his service in the military, Mr. Fray worked with his mother and sister on the family farm located on Red House Road, Three Creeks Road, Falling River and Mollies Creek in Campbell County. As he attained some age on him, a friend suggested he attend T. C. Williams School of Law and get his law degree. He did and graduated in 1955. Still not feeling the need to quit farming at that time, he ran the family farm until he started practicing law in 1970. He first practiced with Lawrence R. Thompson in Rustburg, Virginia. In 1972 he opened his own law practice on the Courthouse Square in Rustburg where he practiced law until his retirement in June of 2000. Mr. Fray was remembered by one of the retired judges in Campbell County as being willing to take any case that came along regardless of whether that person could pay or not. The money did not matter to Mr. Fray, he just wanted to help people. Although he was not elected for either post, Mr. Fray ran for Clerk of the Circuit Court and then later for Commonwealth Attorney. Mr. Fray had a desire to work and help the citizens of Campbell County and did everything in his power to help those who were less fortunate than he. You could always see him around Rustburg speaking to everyone, delivering the watermelons he grew on his farm and generally helping in any way he could. Until his decline in health in the late 1990's he was always giving of himself and was very well thought of on the Courthouse Square. Even though he never married or had children, he enjoyed the holidays. You could see him around the Square delivering Christmas chocolates to all the county offices for the ladies, and gentlemen, to enjoy. He was a generous and good-hearted person in his own way which might not have necessarily been understood by many, but he had many friends in the Rustburg and Gladys communities. One of his greatest pleasures was dancing. You could see him at many a dance hall on Saturday nights "cutting the rug" as they say. Even after he entered Heritage Green Assisted Living where he lived his later years, he was one of their most active residents when it came to dancing. Mr. Fray became a resident of Heritage Green Assisted Living in Lynchburg, Virginia in May of 2001. Due to his declining memory, he was forced to leave the area he loved and go to assisted living. He spent many enjoyable years at Heritage Green. Arrangements are being handled by Whitten Funeral Home, Park Avenue Chapel. Friends may pay their respects by visiting the Park Avenue Chapel at their convenience. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 10, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery in Lynchburg, Virginia and will be officiated by Dr. Thomas C. Brooks, Sr. Military honors will be rendered by the Virginia Army National Guard, Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the , P. O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or to the National Wildlife Federation, 11100 Wildlife Center Drive, Reston, VA 20190. To send a condolence to the family, please visit, whittenfuneralhome.com. |
GALESKI, Joseph Salo Jr., O.D., 88, of Richmond, died December 7, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jean Bush Galeski; a daughter, Ann Galeski Wiesenburg; a son, Joseph "Jay" Galeski III and his wife, Deb; four grandchildren, Trey and Alex Wiesenburg and David and Caroline Galeski. He served in the Army in WWII. Dr. Galeski graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in Optometry. In 1947, he returned to Richmond to work in the family business. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday (today) at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Interment Hebrew Cemetery at Fourth and Hospital Streets. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Richmond SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, Va. 23220 or to the Community Idea Stations, 23 Sesame Street, Richmond, Va. 23235. |
James G. Smart |
Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for James Gilmer Smart, 72, of Spencer, who died Dec. 6, 2010, was held Wednesday at Mayo Baptist Church with Pastor Alton Bartee officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Danny Taylor, Brian Taylor, Cory Taylor, Mike Bryant, Ellyson Frick and Clinton Wright. Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. |
James W. Jolley NORFOLK - James William Jolley, 86, died Dec. 7, 2010 at the Veteran's Hospital in Hampton. Mr. Jolley was born Oct. 19, 1924 in Baltimore to the late Murval Lee and Bertha Mae Pipher Jolley. Bill served his country in the U.S. Navy, serving in World War II and the Korean War. After retiring from the Navy, he opened his own home improvement business. On Jan. 27, 1945 he married Annis Cutherell, who survives him. Also left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Janet Wenger and husband Lowell and Susan Carroll and husband Steve; son, James W. "Bill" Jolley Jr. and wife Janice Sharpe; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Mr. Jolley attended Tabernacle Church of Norfolk, where he loved teaching Children's Church, served as a deacon, and was in charge of the Helping Hand Ministry. He was a member of the Gideon International Organization. Mr. Jolley was the Chaplain of DAV, Chapter 21. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, in Tabernacle Church of Norfolk, officiated by Pastor Kenny Bryant. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Tabernacle Church Mission Fund. For further information and to pay condolences you may go to www.smithandwilliamsnorfolk.com. |
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James L. Hancock |
Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for James Larry Hancock, 63, of Collinsville, who died Dec. 5, 2010, was held Wednesday at Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville with Minister Tildon Bridges officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Military honors and a flag presentation were by the Martinsville-Henry County Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Donnie Blankenship, Dan Eanes, Wally Betton, James Campbell, James Lovell, Eulee Turner, Bernice Hill and Ricky Stone. |
James W. Ledbetter SUFFOLK - James W. Ledbetter Sr. entered into eternal rest after a courageous battle with cancer Saturday evening, Dec. 4, 2010 at Nansemond Pointe Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. James was born Dec. 11, 1938 to the late Mary Faulk Ledbetter and William H. Ledbetter Sr. of Whaleyville. He attended Suffolk Public Schools. He was a lifelong member of Mineral Spring Baptist Church where he served as chairman deacon, church clerk, and in other auxiliaries. He was a trustee for Woodman of The World Insurance Society, Lodge No. 1 in Suffolk. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, at Mineral Spring Baptist Church, 4849 Mineral Spring Road, Suffolk, officiated by the Rev. Dr. Madeleine Beard and Eulogist, the Rev. Barry Sessoms. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 13, in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. A wake will be at Crocker Funeral Home today, Dec. 9, from 7 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to the Mineral Spring Baptist Church G.A. Speight Scholarship Fund or the Sickle Cell Association (P.O. Box 12227, Norfolk, VA 23541) in memory of James Ledbetter. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.crockerfuneralhome. com. |
James Nowlin |
Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for the Rev. James A. Nowlin, 93, of Martinsville, who died Dec. 4, 2010, was held Wednesday at Mount Olive East Christian Church. Dr. Kenneth Davis officiated. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Troy Nowlin, Frank Nowlin, T.J. Nowlin, Stephen Nowlin, Robert Gravely Jr. and Jerry Preston. Hines Funeral Services handled the arrangements. |
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Harriet J. Brattain VIRGINIA BEACH - Harriet Jane Brattain, 59, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Born in Greensboro, S.C., she had been a longtime member and elder of Community Presbyterian Church of Hampton. Jane Brattain was a planner for military facilities for more than 30 years. She worked at Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Atlantic, and Headquarters, United States Marine Corps. Upon retirement from federal service, she was employed in the private sector for both URS and AECOM working in global shore infrastructure planning, military construction projects, and other facility based planning. Jane was a member of the Society of American Military Engineers, the American Planning Association (Past President of the Federal Planning Division), the American Institute of Certified Planners, and the Federal Executives Association. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and many other charitable and non-profit organizations. She is survived by many cousins and their families. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home 245 S. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23669 by the Rev. Ernest L. Gardner III and the Rev. Arthur Jensen, with interment to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be sent to Community Presbyterian Church, 400 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, VA 23669. |
Janie Morris NORFOLK - Janie Morris departed this life quietly Monday, Dec. 6, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Tillery, N.C.; she was born Aug. 18, 1921 to the late Archie and Rodelia Tillery. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Morris; son Bobby Morris; sisters Landora Morriss and Rosa McClain; and brothers, Walter, Ulyessess and Arcelious Tillery. She leaves to cherish her memory, three sons, Douglas Morris, Marvin Morris (Connie) of Norfolk and Naeem Jahad (Pam) of Fayetteville, N.C.; two daughters, Patricia Morris and Janice Morris, both of Norfolk; two sisters, Coretta Little and China Locust of Norfolk; 17 grand- children, 21 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the 4th floor Nursing Staff of the Norfolk Health Care Facility. A viewing will be held Friday, Dec. 10, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Hale Funeral Home. The funeral will be Saturday, Dec. 11, at 11 a.m. at First Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Hale Funeral home is handling arrangements. www.halefuneralhome.com. |
In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Virginia Chapter, 2727 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 104, Richmond, VA 23294 or Ring Dog Rescue, P.O. Box 28632, Henrico, VA 23228 or |
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The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec.11, at Bethel Baptist Church, 1004 Yorktown Road, in Tabb, with a celebration of life service to follow at 2 p.m., officiated by the Rev. David Irwin. Interment will be at Parklawn Memorial Park. |
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Joanne Connor Phillips, On Thursday, December 2, 2010, our Heavenly Father dispatched his angels to the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia, to escort our beloved mother, Joanne Connor Phillips, home., She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Willie Mae Connor; her son, Samuel D. Phillips; her granddaughter, Samone D. Phillips; her brothers, Floyd "Sammy" Connor, Charles "Mickey" Connor, and William "Bill" Connor., She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Claude D. Phillips Jr., Deborah A. Bright, Gloria E. Linton, and Veronica P. Crawley; 11 grandchildren, Teresa, Terence and Tyson Phillips, Keith Balmer, Cory and Coty Bright, Shanika Humphrey, Glenn Collins, Claudia and Connor Linton, and Dominique Crawley; 18 great-grandchildren; one brother, Patrick L. Connor; one sister, Novella M. Connor; a host of nieces, nephews; two daughters-in-law, Laverne W. Phillips and Brenda W. Phillips; three sons-in-law, Sylvester R. Bright, Allan A. Linton and Denby F. Crawley; and a host of other relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Zion Union Baptist Church, 1015 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia, where the remains will lie in state one hour prior to the funeral service. The Reverend Lloyd Cosby, Pastor, and the Reverend Doyle Thomas, officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home, 108 6th Street, Northwest, Charlottesville, Virginia., Condolences may be sent to the family at, J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Retired Sgt. Joe Carter Jr. departed this life on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell, Va., after a brief illness., He was predeceased by his parents, George Carter and Lillie M. Meadows; and a sister, Mildred Clay., He was a member of Gillfield Baptist Church. He was a member of many organizations: the Jacob Lodge #27, Sahara Shrine Temple, King David Lodge #2, Supreme Council Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Mason 33 Eastwest Jurisdiction, Royal Lodge #77 IBPOE of W, Past Exalted Ruler Council #93, District Deput Council, Past Grand Exalted Ruler Council, VFW Post 10387, DAV Chapter #50 and the American Legion., Joe retired from Allied Chemical (Honeywell) Chesterfield, Va., Left to cherish his memories, his devoted wife, Eva Carter; children, JoAnn Evans (Robert) of Oceanside, Calif., Joe Carter III, Paula Phillips (Terry), George Carter (Benita) and Gregory Carter, all of Ohio; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; niece, Linda Williams; nephews, Lennie Williams and Tyrone Williams; very devoted daughter-in-law, Lendora Carter; special cousin, Byron Carter; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends., Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at Gillfield Baptist Church, 209 Perry St., Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. George W.C. Lyons Sr., pastor, officiating. The entombment to follow at Southlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum., The family will receive friends at 330 D'Alton Avenue and may be contacted by calling (804) 732-6783., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Carter online at, Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
John was an active member of Northside Christian Church for more than 40 years. A former elder, he also served in many ministries, including the building committee following the fire which destroyed the church building in 1999. |
John R. Butler VIRGINIA BEACH - On Dec. 6, 2010, retired U.S. Navy Master Chief John R. Butler passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with lung cancer. John was born Dec. 7, 1948 in Ashland, Pa. He was the son of Rosemary and Stephen Butler. The oldest child of four, John was a loving and devoted son and brother. Early in life, he met the love of his life, Patricia Butler. They married on June 12, 1971. Although too brief, they shared a deep and abiding love. Together, they had three wonderful children, Michele, Michael and Robert. He guided their lives with never-ending love and wisdom. John was a combat veteran of the Vietnam conflict, the Persian Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm. He retired in 2000 after 30 years in the service, and although he was devoted to the military for many years, it was his family that defined him. Left to cherish his memory are Patricia Butler, his wife, best friend and soul mate of 39 years; his three children, Michele Seay, Michael Butler and Robert Butler of Virginia Beach; his sister, Mary Ellen Giorno and husband Nicholas of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; brothers, Jim Butler of Girardville, Pa., and Francis Butler and wife Sandra of Boca Raton, Fla.; sister-in-law, Mary Ellen O'Hara and husband Joseph of Warminster, Pa.; brother-in- law, Arthur Horan and wife Doreena of Philadelphia; his cousins, nieces, nephews and the entire Butler family. John had a special gift for friendships. He leaves behind his close friends, Emma and Larry Roby, Charlene and Hal Pease, Rick Slack, his golf buddies, and many more countless friends too numerous to mention. You made John's days brighter, especially in recent times. John will always be remembered for his unwavering love and devotion to his wife and children and will be truly missed as a great person, friend, brother and shipmate. On Nov. 6, 2010, Michele, Michael and Robert paid tribute to their dad and his battle with lung cancer by participating in the Race for Breath 5k, raising money for the Lung Cancer Alliance. The children would like to ask that, if desired, memorials be made to the Lung Cancer Alliance, designating your gift in honor of John R. Butler at www.lungcanceralliance.org/donate/loved_ones.htm. Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. A memorial service will be held at The Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Naval Air Station Oceana Saturday, Dec. 11, at 10 a.m. Anyone attending must have valid ID to enter NAS Oceana. Interment with full military honors will take place at Arlington National Cemetery Feb. 16, 2011 at 3 p.m. Online condolences may be made at hdoliver.com. We love you always, Dad! |
John Clinton "J.C." Gentry Sr. TAYLOR VALLEY, Va. The family of John Clinton "J.C." Gentry Sr. will re ceive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at Garrett Funeral Home in Damascus, Va. A memorial service at the graveside and inurnment will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at Jackson-Lewis Cemetery in Taylor Valley, with Mr. Mike Bowers, minister, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the Damascus Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 458, Damascus, VA 24236. Online condolences may be sent to the family and a memorial video tribute may be viewed by visiting |
DiGIACOMO, John James, age 61, of Manassas, formerly of Mechanicsville, Va., died Monday, December 6, 2010 at home, surrounded by his family, after courageously facing pancreatic cancer for the last seven months. He is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Karan Crumpler DiGiacomo of Manassas; three sons, Eric DiGiacomo of Mechanicsville and Tony DiGiacomo, also of Mechanicsville, Zachary Denton of Greenville, S.C.; his grandchildren, Isabelle and Joshua DiGiacomo; and his many loving sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 10, 2010 at 4 p.m. at the Baker-Post Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 10001 Nokesville Road, Manassas. Interment will be private and take place at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Capital Hospice, 10530 Linden Lake Plaza, Suite 200, Manassas, Va. 20109, or to www.caringbridge.org. Please sign the guestbook at www.bakerpostfh.com. |
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John T. Hall BRISTOL, Tenn. John T. Hall, 69, died on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was a son of the late Tudor Norton Hall and Margaret Gilbert Hall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Tudor G. Hall; and sister, Sarah Paxton. John is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Judy H. Hall; sons, Sandy Hall and wife Tammie of Tucson, Ariz., and Tudor N. Hall II and wife Lee Ann of Highlands, N.C.; daughter, Louisa Byington and husband Scott of Bristol Tennessee; sister, Isabel Chambers and husband Tony of Highlands; grandsons Christopher Hall, Corey Hall and Coley Belding; several nieces and nephews. At the family's request, a private ceremony will be held at a later date. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting |
Johnny G. Miles, Johnny G. Miles, 59, of Columbia, died on Tuesday, December 7, 2010., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with interment to follow in church cemetery., Sheridan Funeral Home of Kents Store, Virginia, is in charge of arrangements. |
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James W. Jolley NORFOLK - James William Jolley, 86, died Dec. 7, 2010 at the Veteran's Hospital in Hampton. Mr. Jolley was born Oct. ..... |
BROWN, Joseph S. Sr. December 8, 2003 God took him home, it was His will, But in our hearts we love him still, His memory is as dear today As in the hour he passed away, We often sit and think of him When we are all alone. For memory is the only friend That grief can call its own. Precious memories, Edith, Joseph Jr., Vernon and Kenneth |
Joyce M. Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - Joyce M. Owens, 70, passed away Nov. 13, 2010. She was born Oct. 10, 1940 to Andrew J. and Mildred Morrison in Roxboro, N.C. Left to cherish her memory are her mother, Mildred Morrison; son, Daniel E. Owens Jr.; daughters, Dana G. Ward and Heidi Salazar; six grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren A visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. You may pay your condolences at www.kellumfuneralhome.com. |
Julia Elizabeth Malcolm BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Julia Elizabeth Malcolm will be held on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Leonard and Rev. Roger Ball officiating. Committal service will be on Friday at 11 a.m. at Sproles Cemetery. Pallbearers will be great- grandsons and friends. Grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6-7:45 p.m. prior to the service, or anytime at Julia's home, 22022 Sharrett Road, Bristol, VA. Online condolences may be registered at |
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Kitty Stroud, A memorial service for Katherine "Kitty" Elizabeth Clark Stroud will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Westminster Presbyterian Church., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Westminster Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund or to a charity of your choice., Condolences may be sent to the family at |
KATIE FLINCHUM WALTERS PILOT-Katie Flinchum Walters, 88, went to be with the Lord on November 30, 2010. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Rasie Walters, and a nephew and niece, Vernon and Phyllis Nolley. Survivors include: her sister, Ruby King; niece Connie Walls, nephews and spouses, Paul and Elfreeda Duncan, and R.B. and Marilyn Duncan; niece, Wanda Nolley; great-nephews and great nieces and spouses, Gary and Rhonda Duncan, Gerald and Sharon Duncan, Martha and Gene Miller, Kimberly and Randall Nester, David and Edith Anne Duncan, Corey and Susan Nolley, Shawnee and Terry Fenton, and Lynette and Bryan Vest; numerous great-great nephews and great-great nieces. Funeral service was conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 3, 2010 at Huffville United Methodist Church with the Reverend Darren Landon and Pastor Dan Walker officiating. Interment followed at Huffville Cemetery. Friends called after 5:00 p.m. on Thursday at Huffville United Methodist Church where the family was from 5-8 p.m. The family wishes to give special thanks to Cline and Diane Wimmer for all of their help and loving care, and to several special friends and neighbors who are too numerous to name. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice in memory of Mrs. Katie Walters. Condolences to the family may be made at |
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HASKINS - In loving memory of Kevin Rashaun Haskins. Happy 26th Birthday. With our love forever, Mom and Grandmom |
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James W. Ledbetter SUFFOLK - James W. Ledbetter Sr. entered into eternal rest after a courageous battle with cancer Saturday evening, Dec. 4, 2010 ..... |
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Thelma G. Lee VIRGINIA BEACH - Thelma G. Lee, 85, of the 2700 block of Pulaski Loop, passed away Dec. 8, 2010 at Sentara ..... |
FOGG, Linda C., 61, of Richmond, died Tuesday, December 7, 2010. She is survived by her son, Douglas R. Shifflett Jr. and wife, Laura A. Shifflett; mother, Mable A. Magee; granddaughter, Reagan E. Shifflett. Mrs. Fogg was a longtime employee of Verizon and enjoyed spending time with her granddaughter, daughter-in-law and mother. Family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children's Hospital of Richmond. |
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Everlena Lowe Long PORTSMOUTH - Everlena Lowe Long, 68, was called to rest by our Heavenly Father Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Everlena was born ..... |
Loraine Trierweiler VIRGINIA BEACH - Loraine Voliva "Inky" Trierweiler, 89, a lifelong resident of Virginia Beach, died Dec. 6, 2010. Loraine is survived by a host of nieces and nephews, most of whom live in Virginia Beach. Loraine enjoyed a career working for C&P Telephone Company for 32 years. Upon her retirement, she and her sister, Ruby Murphy traveled as long as physically possible. Loraine was a member of the Virginia Beach Church of God, now called Freedom Fellowship, for almost 60 years. Her life was dedicated to serving God as a teacher, Sunday school leader, and prayer warrior. A funeral will be held Friday, Dec. 10 at 10 a.m. in Freedom Fellowship, which is located on the corner of Regency Drive and Wolfsnare Road. Pastor Rick Hocker will be officiating. Burial following the funeral will be held in Rosewood Memorial Park. Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, is handling the arrangements. The family will receive visitors from 9 to 9:45 a.m. before the service at Freedom Fellowship. Condolences may be expressed at www.altmeyer.com. |
Melvin H. Johnson Melvin H. Johnson, 64, of Amherst passed away Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 at Lynchburg General Hospital. Born July 13, 1946 to the Hezekiah Simpson from Tuskegee, AL and Annie Cabell Johnson of Madison Heights. Melvin was the third child and only son of 7 children born to Annie Cabell Johnson. He was preceded in death by his baby sister, Margo Carter and one nephew, William Johnson. Most of his life was spent in New York City, until 1997 where the rest of his time was spent between Washington, D.C and Amherst. He leaves behind siblings, Catheline Mitchell (William) and Barbara Beatty both of Amherst, Gloria Carter of New York City, Mary Carter of Amherst and Anna Carter of Milner, GA; 3 nieces, 2 nephews, 2 great nephews, 4 great great nephews, and one great great niece and a host of cousins and friends. We would like to acknowledge his long time friend, Angela Davis of Albany, NY and we would like to thank everyone for their words of comfort at this time of grief. We would also to thank Lynchburg General Hospital, Doctors and staff at the M.I.C unit for all their help. A memorial service will planned at a later date. Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service. |
Melvin Wilson Brown Melvin Wilson Brown, 96, of Salem, VA and formerly of Roanoke, VA and Fieldale, VA passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at Richfield Recovery and Care Center, Salem, VA. He was born on August 21, 1914 in Roanoke, VA to the late Beulah Slusher and Claude S. Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Lucas Brown and son, Geoffrey Joseph Brown. He graduated from Jefferson Senior High School and took various classes at Kennett School of Finance and VPI Extension and courses at Patrick Henry Community College. His wife, the former Juanita Lucas and two sons accompanied him to Fieldale, VA. Mr. Brown was a pianist and played clarinet with several bands, N & W, Dokkie and the Shrine Marching Bands. In Fieldale he was pianist and organist for the Fieldale United Methodist Church where he was a member for 35 years. He also played the piano for the Fieldale Rotary Club and the Martinsville Rotary Club. In Roanoke, before moving to Fieldale, he was dough mixer at the Old Sunlight Bakery on Salem Ave. & 5th and then became a route salesman from Roanoke to Martinsville and Henry, VA. Upon being employed by American Electric Power as a mail clerk, he was ultimately promoted to telephone switchboard operator. He then held clerical jobs several years before being transferred to Fieldale to establish a business office, hiring 13 people. Mr. Brown worked 43 years for A.E.P. before retiring November 1979. During 1971 thru 1974 he was elected to the Henry County Board of Supervisors as Chairman. As he was proud to say, "we turned the government around in Henry County". His last official action was to sign the contract for the construction of the present Henry County Administration Building. He also, served in the U. S. Navy during World War II. He was an avid golfer from his caddying days at Roanoke Country Club and Bassett Country Club where he was among the best. His sons played golf, Ronny in particular while caddying for his father, was asked by a playing partner, "What does your daddy pay you"? When Ronny said, a dollar, my playing partner said doesn't he know other caddies get $2.50? So my cost went up for caddying! Surviving are his sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel W. Brown and Karen M. Brown of Fishersville, VA, Ronald D. Brown of King and Queen Courthouse, VA, Jerry L. Brown of Martinsville, VA and daughter-in-law, Megan L. Brown of Rustburg, VA; brother and sister-in-law, Richard G. Brown and Melinda Brown of Moorehead City, NC; grandchildren, Justin Brown, Jennifer Brown, Todd Travis Brown and Christopher Wilson Brown and great-grandchildren, Geoffrey Hunter Brown, Hayden Eliah Brown, Darcy Leanna Brown, Judah Daniel Brown and Katherine Helen Brown. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at the Fieldale United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Durrance officiating. Entombment will be in the Roselawn Abbey. The family will receive friends on Friday evening, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm., at Norris Funeral Services Martinsville Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Fieldale United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 218, Fieldale, VA 24089. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, VA is serving the Brown family. Online condolences may be made at www.NorrisFuneral.com. |
BLANKENSHIP - In loving memory of my friend, Margaret. Yesterday's happiest moments are today's dearest memories. Donnie |
GARDNER - Marjorie Louise Gardner, 75, of Esmont, died on Tuesday, December 7, 2010. J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Woodrow E. Martin BATTERY PARK - Services for Woodrow Elma Martin will be held at 11 a.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek ..... |
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On Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, Mrs. Mary Catherine Edmonds, formerly of Church Road, Va., went home to be with her Lord and Savior. In her final days, she could be heard constantly singing his praises and reciting the 23rd Psalm., Mrs. Edmonds, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister, was born on May 5, 1933, to the late William and Elizabeth Newsome of Chesterfield, Va. It was in Chesterfield, Va., where she grew up and attended the public school system., After earning her high school diploma, Mrs. Edmonds met Thomas A. Edmonds Sr. with whom she later joined in holy matrimony on July 15, 1952. Shortly thereafter, the two briefly relocated to Amarillo, Texas, where Mr. Edmonds was stationed while serving in the United States Air Force. In 1953, they returned to Central Virginia and settled down in Dinwiddie where they made a home with their three children., Mrs. Edmonds worked in the Dinwiddie County Public School System for close to 19 years until her retirement in 1993. During this time, she accumulated an abundance of joyful memories while working with the faculty, administrators, and students of Northside Elementary and Dinwiddie Middle schools., At the time of her passing, she was a member of Springfield Baptist Church in Sutherland, Va., where she served as a deaconess for over 20 years and missionary secretary for nine years. She was also active in Vacation Bible School, Christmas plays, and other activities and events., As the matriarch of her family, Mrs. Edmonds enjoyed spending time with relatives. She also enjoyed talking on the phone with friends and staying current on local and national news events. Her immediate family members often referred to her affectionately as "Scoop" because she always had the scoop on what was happening., Mrs. Edmonds was preceded in death by her eldest daughter, June Edmonds Parham; and eight siblings., She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted husband, Thomas A. Edmonds Sr.; one daughter, Donna C. Wilson; one son, Thomas (TJ) Edmonds Jr.; one sister, Margaret Ann Thompson (Clifford Thompson); one sister-in-law, Geraldine Spicely (Sameuel Spicely); one son-in-law, Dwight Wilson; four grandchildren, Wanda Parham-Payne (Rodney Payne Jr.), Ronald Parham Jr., Jasmine Wilson, Jessica Wilson; one great-grandson, Rodney Payne III; a host of nieces and nephews; and friends., The funeral service for Mrs. Mary C. Edmonds will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at Springfield Baptist Church, 1806 Exeter Mills Road, Church Road, Va., the Rev. Curtis Mathews, pastor, and the Rev. Keith Parham, eulogist. The interment to follow in Sunset Memorial Park., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at the funeral establishment., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Edmonds online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. (804) 732-8911, |
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Dec 9, 2010 Mary Ruth Draper Hairston, 81, of 29 Ruth Creek Drive, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born Aug. 9, 1929, in Henry County to Tobe Draper and Berta Watkins Draper. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Hairston. She was a domestic worker for 60 years before retiring. She was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, where she had served as church secretary, Sunday school teacher and president of the Ladies Missionary Circle. She also participated in the mother-daughter choir and was on the usher board. She was a member of the Spencer Home Demonstration Club and the Socialite Charity Club. Surviving are two daughters, Sabra Marlene Hairston of the home and Madeline McAlexander of Richmond; one grandchild; a sister, Ethelene Wade of Martinsville; and two brothers, Grady Brim of Martinsville and Matthew Draper of New Rochelle, N.Y. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Carver Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Benjamin Redd will officiate. The family will receive friends at the home. Hines Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. |
HOLLOMAN, Mary Linwood, 80, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 8, 2010. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Nathan Holloman; and two brothers, Mason and Earl Eastwood. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, James Holloman (Barbara) and Frank Holloman (Cathy); a sister, Catherine Reddick; brothers, William and Frank Eastwood; seven grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). A funeral service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Maury Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Massey Cancer Center, Highlands Fund, P.O. Box 980214, Richmond, Va. 23298. |
Maude Amma Tinsley Maude Amma Tinsley, age 92, of Culpeper died Wednesday, December 08, 2010 at the Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community., She was born August 3, 1918 in Raccoon Ford, Va. to the late John Edward and Mae Rhoades Tinsley., Ms. Tinsley was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Arlington. She enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with her family., She is survived by three nephews, James Lohr, Roger Tinsley and Russell Hudson; her niece, Jane Wayland, and numerous grand nieces and nephews and great grand nieces and nephews., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Marie Lohr, Arline Hudson and Myrtle Hudson; one brother, Rhoades Tinsley; three nephews, Eddie Hudson, Robert Lohr and John Hudson and one niece, Jean Uliston., A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA with Dr. Ted Fuson officiating. A one hour visitation will be held prior to the service., Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community Benevolent Fund, 12425 Village Loop, Culpeper, VA 22701. An online guestbook and tribute wall is available at, Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements. |
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Dec 9, 2010 The funeral for Melvin Wilson Brown, 96, of Salem and formerly of Roanoke and Fieldale, who died Dec. 7, 2010, at Richfield Recovery and Care Center in Salem, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Fieldale United Methodist Church. Pastor Tom Durrance will officiating. Entombment will be in Roselawn Abbey. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville. He was born Aug. 21, 1914, in Roanoke to Beulah Slusher and Claude S. Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Lucas Brown, and a son, Geoffrey Joseph Brown. He graduated from Jefferson Senior High School and took classes at Kennett School of Finance and VPI Extension and Patrick Henry Community College. He served in the Navy during World War II. In Roanoke, before moving to Fieldale, Brown was a dough mixer at the Old Sunlight Bakery and then became a route salesman from Roanoke to Martinsville and Henry. He joined American Electric Power as a mail clerk and later was promoted to telephone switchboard operator. He then held clerical jobs several years before transferring to Fieldale to establish a business office. He worked 43 years for American Electric before retiring in November 1979. From 1971 to 1974 he was on the Henry County Board of Supervisors as chairman. Brown was a pianist and played clarinet with several bands, N&W, Dokkie and the Shrine Marching Bands. In Fieldale, he was pianist and organist for Fieldale United Methodist Church, where he was a member for 35 years. He also played the piano for the Fieldale Rotary Club and the Martinsville Rotary Club. Surviving are three sons, Daniel W. Brown of Fishersville, Ronald D. Brown of King and Queen Courthouse and Jerry L. Brown of Martinsville; a brother, Richard G. Brown of Moorehead City, N.C.; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Fieldale United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 218, Fieldale, Va. 24089. |
Melvin Wilson Brown, Melvin Wilson Brown, 96, of Salem, Virginia, and formerly of Roanoke, Virginia, and Fieldale, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at Richfield Recovery and Care Center, Salem, Virginia., He was born on August 21, 1914, in Roanoke, Virginia, to the late Beulah Slusher and Claude S. Brown., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Lucas Brown; and son, Geoffrey Joseph Brown., He graduated from Jefferson Senior High School and took various classes at Kennett School of Finance and VPI Extension and courses at Patrick Henry Community College. His wife, the former Juanita Lucas, and two sons, accompanied him to Fieldale, Virginia., Mr. Brown was a pianist and played clarinet with several bands, N & W, Dokkie and the Shrine Marching Bands. In Fieldale, he was pianist and organist for the Fieldale United Methodist Church where he was a member for 35 years. He also played the piano for the Fieldale, and the Martinsville Rotary Club. In Roanoke, before moving to Fieldale, he was dough mixer at the Old Sunlight Bakery on Salem Avenue & 5th and then became a route salesman from Roanoke to Martinsville and Henry, Virginia., Upon being employed by American Electric Power as a mail clerk, he was ultimately promoted to telephone switchboard operator. He then held clerical jobs several years before being transferred to Fieldale to establish a business office, hiring 13 people. Mr. Brown worked 43 years for A.E.P. before retiring November 1979., During 1971 until 1974, he was elected to the Henry County Board of Supervisors as Chairman. As he was proud to say, "we turned the government around in Henry County". His last official action was to sign the contract for the construction of the present Henry County Administration Building. He also served in the, during World War II., He was an avid golfer from his caddying days at Roanoke Country Club and Bassett Country Club where he was among the best. His sons played golf, Ronny in particular while caddying for his father, was asked by a playing partner, "What does your daddy pay you"? When Ronny said, a dollar, my playing partner said doesn't he know other caddies get $2.50? So my cost went up for caddying!, Surviving are his sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel W. Brown and Karen M. Brown of Fishersville, Virginia, Ronald D. Brown of King and Queen Courthouse, Virginia, and Jerry L. Brown of Martinsville, Virginia; daughter-in-law, Megan L. Brown of Rustburg, Virginia; brother and sister-in-law, Richard G. Brown and Melinda Brown of Moorehead City, North Carolina; grandchildren, Justin Brown, Jennifer Brown, Todd Travis Brown, and Christopher Wilson Brown; and great-grandchildren, Geoffrey Hunter Brown, Hayden Eliah Brown, Darcy Leanna Brown, Judah Daniel Brown and Katherine Helen Brown., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at the Fieldale United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Durrance officiating. Entombment will be in the Roselawn Abbey., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010, at Norris Funeral Services Martinsville Chapel., Memorials may be made to the Fieldale United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 218, Fieldale, VA 24089., Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, Virginia, is serving the Brown family., Online condolences may be made at |
Melvyn D. Shoffner Mr. Melvyn D. Shoffner, 69, departed this life on Monday evening Dec. 6, 2010, at his residence after a brief illness. Mr. Shoffner was a native of Bristol Tennessee. He was a faithful member of Lee Street Baptist Church, The Orion Club and Retired Teachers Association. Mr. Shoffner was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Jean Rogers Shoffner; mother, Mrs. Helen Dulaney Shoffner; father, Mr. Oliver Paul Shoffner Sr.; and brother, Mr. Oliver Paul Shoffner Jr. Survivors one aunt, Mrs. Minnie Vesta McNeil, Greensboro, N.C.; one step-daughter, Gilda Rogers; and one stepson, Selwyn Walker; several cousins; and a host of friends. Funeral service for Mr. Melvyn D. Shoffner will be conducted at 12 noon Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at Lee Street Baptist Church, 1 Mary St., with Dr. W.A. Johnson, officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. till the hour of service. The Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Mr. Melvyn D. Shoffner and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc., 423-764-8584, |
Mericher J. Cotton NORFOLK - Mericher J. Cotton of the 200 block of W. 38th St. died Dec. 6, 2010. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in St. Marks RZUA Church. www.gravesfuneralhomeinc. com. |
VIRGINIA - Michael Camp, 56, passed away peacefully on Dec. 6, 2010. A memorial service will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 8, 2010, at Altmeyer Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to |
Mildred Evelyn Lynch Gibson, Mildred Evelyn Lynch Gibson of Charlottesville, died on Wednesday, December 8, 2010., She was born July 7, 1921, at Heards, Virginia, in Albemarle County, the daughter of the late Ashby Clinton Lynch and Pearl Wells Lynch., She was predeceased by her husband, Melvin Earl Gibson Sr. in 1989. Mrs. Gibson was also predeceased by two sisters, Ruth M. Lynch and Hazel Lynch Wine; and six brothers, Spurgeon Lynch, Manford Lynch, Herman Lynch, Donald Lynch, Ronnie Lynch, and Paige Lynch., Mrs. Gibson was a member of the First United Methodist Church for many years. She was a former member of the Town and Country Home Makers, the Christian Women's Club, and the Senior Center., Mrs. Gibson was a devoted, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her greatest joy and delight was her family. Her precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who she loved and adored, were so dear to her heart., She is survived by her three wonderful, loving sons, Melvin E. Gibson Jr. "Dick" and his wife, Pam, of Charlottesville, Michael E. Gibson and his wife, Ruth, of Earlysville, and Micky E. Gibson of Keswick. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren, Scott Gibson and his wife, Carolyn, Trevor Gibson and his wife, Dianna, Brooke Gibson Murdock and her husband, Alex, Meg Gibson Janucik and husband, Stephen, Ellen Gibson Chaney and her husband, Benjy, Grace Gibson Richenberg and her husband, Chad, Jesse Gibson and his wife, Meghan; Sarah Gibson Goode and her husband, Greg; 13 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pearl Dimple Nelson of Concord, Virginia and Erma Lynch Oliver of Silver Spring, Maryland; two sisters-in-law, Alease Lynch and Wilma Lynch; and many nieces and nephews., Mildred's life was a blessing to hold and be grateful for each day. She was a kind and gentle person. She loved her church, reading, and long walks., A graveside service will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens with the Reverend Ashley Abarca-Mitchell officiating., In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Pkwy, Suite 300; Charlottesville, VA 22911., Friends may sign the guest register at |
Mrs. Miriam Stith of 1435 Farmer St., Petersburg, died Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 8, 2010, at Hopewell Health Care, Hopewell. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
Dr. Mohamed Abdul Momiem Tawfick died suddenly at his home in Petersburg, Va., on Dec. 6, 2010, following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by both parents; one brother and sister of Cairo, Egypt; and his wife, Patricia Ingles, of Scotland., Dr. Tawfick is survived by two brothers, three sisters and their extended families, most residing in Cairo, Egypt, his city and country of origin. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving companion, Mrs. Leslie Marshall, her children and grandchildren, and many other family, friends, and co-workers., Dr. Tawfick was a retired orthopedic surgeon with a private practice in Petersburg for over 30 years. He was an active member of the Richmond Academy of Medicine and the Medical Society of Virginia. He was a sports enthusiast, and an expert tennis player and saltwater fisherman., A private service will be held by the Islamic Center of Virginia with interment to follow at 2 p.m. today, Dec. 9, 2010, in Greenwood Memorial Gardens, Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the University of Virginia Hospital, Melanoma Research Center. |
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Janie Morris NORFOLK - Janie Morris departed this life quietly Monday, Dec. 6, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Tillery, N.C.; ..... |
Nancy W. Smink VIRGINIA BEACH - Nancy W. Smink, 64, lost her battle with cancer Dec. 4, 2010. Nancy was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, John D. Smink; her parents, Edward and Audrey Whitenack; and her brother, Michael Whitenack. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Janelle Riccio and daughter's boyfriend Thomas Gernheuser. Nancy has two beautiful grandchildren, Glenn "Allen" Andrews and Krista Lee Andrews; Tom's sons, Taylor Joson and Jessey Gernheuser; and a great-granddaughter, Anastazia Marie Sheffield. Nancy is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Edwina and William Naujoks; nieces, Michelle Buddo and Jennifer Smith; nephew, Michael Whitenack; and all of their wonderful families and Laurence Andrews, grandfather of Allen and Krista. Nancy was a loyal civil service employee of the Naval Supply Center, Norfolk Naval Station, for many years. After retiring from civil service, she was a volunteer at both Sentara Leigh Hospital and the American Red Cross. She was generous to a fault and happiest when she was helping someone in need. In her usual selfless manner, Nancy desired to make anatomical donations to both the Lions Club and Eastern Virginia Medical School. Nancy will be greatly missed by her family and friends but will always be in their hearts. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the 4416 Expressway Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23452. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. in Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road Virginia Beach. Condolences may be offered at www.altmeyer. com. |
In memory of Nathaniel Brock Donaldson It has been a year since you passed away and you are never far from our thoughts and prayers. Every moment of our lives with you are precious keepsakes. Your love of life and caring for others remain an inspiration to everyone and anyone that knew you. Your presence affected all of those around you and will never be forgotten. Sleep Well, My Son. I hear your laughter Carried on the gentle breeze From Heaven Above |
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Joyce M. Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - Joyce M. Owens, 70, passed away Nov. 13, 2010. She was born Oct. 10, 1940 to Andrew J. ..... |
Mrs. Pearly A. Crawley, 96, of Petersburg, died Tuesday evening, Dec. 7, 2010, at the Southside Regional Medical Center., Funeral arrrangements are under the direction of the J.M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 South Sycamore St., Petersburg. (804)-863-4411. |
Phyllis Loraine Hendricks Phyllis Loraine Hendricks, age 56, of Warrenton, Virginia died Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton, Virginia., Mrs. Hendricks was born March 18, 1954 in Bethesda, Maryland, daughter of the late Joseph C. and Edith (Wright) Deese., Survivors include her loving husband, Hearlie B. Hendricks; her daughter, Crystal L. Hendricks; two brothers, John A. Ennis and wife Betty and Michael J. Deese and two sisters, Peggy Doyle and husband Jessie and Debbie Woods and husband Paul., The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, December 9, 2010 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010 with Rev. Hurley Shortt officiating. Interment will follow at Stonewall Memory Gardens, Manassas., Expressions of sympathy may take the form of flowers, or contributions to Capital Hospice, 10530 Linden Lake Plaza, Suite 200, Manassas, Virginia 20109-6434 in loving memory of Phyllis L. Hendricks. Condolences may be sent to |
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Ricky Pointer PORTSMOUTH - Ricky Pointer, 46, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. He was the son of the late James E. ..... |
Robert (Bob) D. Gardner Robert (Bob) D. Gardner, 85, a former psychiatrist and Executive Director of the Central VA Community Services Board, died Dec. 7 at Westminster Canterbury. Memorial Service will be held at 12pm Friday, Dec. 10 at Agudath Sholom Synagogue. Interment will follow at Beth Joseph Cemetery in Madison Heights. Dr. Gardner, was also known as Dr. Nostalgia, a purveyor of antiques and collectibles, most notably postcards and paper memorabilia. Bob Gardner was born and raised in Trenton, NJ, but moved to Virginia to attend the University of VA in 1943 and thereafter made Virginia his home. During WW II, he served in the US Army Medical Corps. Dr. Gardner attended UVA Medical School, served at the VA hospital in Roanoke, taught at UVA medical school and opened a private practice in Lynchburg in 1960. From 1972 to 1985 he was Executive Director and then Clinical Director of Chapter 10 Mental Health services for the state of Virginia, and then returned to private practice until his retirement in 1990. He was active in community affairs, volunteering at the Fine Arts Center Theater, Lynchburg Museum, and the Mental Health Association. He was honored in 2007 by the VCCJ with its Humanitarian Award. In addition, he was president of the International Federation of Postcard Dealers, and, as a member of the Brotherhood of Agudath Sholom Synagogue, managed the annual Jewish Food Fair for 15 years. He was also a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Assoc. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Leah Belle Gardner of Lynchburg, sons Todd (Lori) Gardner of Silver Springs, MD and Greg Gardner (Debra) of Owings Mills, MD and daughter Shayne Gardner of Arlington, Va. He was predeceased by daughter Jill Gardner. He is also survived by grandchildren Joshua, Alana and Jake Gardner, and his brother, Martin (Laura) Gardner of Hastings on Hudson, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Jill Gardner Memorial Scholarship Fund, through the Greater Lynchburg Community Trust, or Agudath Sholom Synagogue. To send a condolence to the family, please visit, whittenfuneralhome.com. Whitten Park Avenue Chapel is assisting the family. |
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Sudie Virginia Reed CHESAPEAKE - God's devoted servant, Sudie Virginia Reed, having completed the work asked of her was peacefully carried to heaven on ..... |
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EDWARDS, Revor W. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Carlos A. Howard Funeral Home, 436 35th Street, Norfolk. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Union Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 19111 Church Road, Petersburg. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Deaconess Edwards online at jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, (804)732-8911. |
Ricky Pointer PORTSMOUTH - Ricky Pointer, 46, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. He was the son of the late James E. Pointer Sr. and Julia K. Pointer. He served in the United States Army during the Persian Gulf War era and retired in 2003. Ricky leaves to cherish his memory his beloved son, Devin R. Pointer and his mother Rene D. Hayes-Aladenkia; mother, Julia K. Pointer; three brothers, James E. Pointer Jr., Reginald (Michelle) Pointer, and Marvin A. Pointer; five sisters, Sandra Parker (Sherwood), Diane Thompkins, Gail Fant, Julia R. Henderson (Henry), and Kathy Forbes (Crosby); endearing cousin, Freddie Barron; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and other loving family and friends. His funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, at New Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 3555 Victory Blvd., with Dr. Martine Spencer of Jonesville Baptist Church, Fairmount, N.C., presiding. Interment with military honors will be at the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Family and friends will be received at Corprew Funeral Home, 1822 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. today, Dec. 9. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. |
GLIDEWELL, Robert Percy Sr., 87, of Victoria, Va., died December 8, 2010. He was the father of the late Shirley Ann Glidewell and Robert Percy "Bobby" Glidewell Jr. He is survived by his wife, Rosa Lee Glidewell; granddaughter, Kristy Lee Glidewell, both of Victoria; nieces, Vanessa Martin of Keysville and Elizabeth Williams of Lunenburg; great-nephew, Ronnie Williams of Lunenburg; numerous other nieces and nephews. Percy was the retired owner of R. Percy Glidewell Painting Contractor Company, a member of the Victoria Christian Church and served his country in the U.S. Army during WW II. The family will receive friends Friday, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Staples Funeral Home, Victoria, Va. Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 11, at 11 a.m. in the Maury Cemetery, Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Victoria Christian Church, P.O. Box 1214, Victoria, Va. 23974. Staples Funeral Home, 434-696-5502. Online condolences may be sent at staplesfuneralhomevictoria.com. |
FOX, Ronald Lee, of Richmond, entered into eternal life November 29, 2010. Left cherishing beautiful memories are his daughter, Leona Fox; devoted mother, Alease Davis; father, Ronald L. Rose; one brother, Ira E. Fox; devoted fiancee, Latoya Wilson; grandmother, Pastor Lucille Rose; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Friday, 12 to 1 p.m. at the St. James United Holiness Church, 16 E. 28th Street, where funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Rev. Ellen Evans, pastor. Elder Tyrone Rose officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
Rosa J. Harris, Mrs. Rosa J. Harris of Buckingham County, departed this life on Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at her home., She was born on November 20, 1931, in Fluvanna County, the daughter of the late Bessie Trent Johnson and Guy Johnson., She is survived by one son, Nelson Harris of Charlottesville, Virginia; two sisters, Estelle J. Payne of Buckingham County, and Catherine B. Johnson of Colombia, Virginia; two brothers, Henry Johnson of Charlottesville, Virginia, and Robert Johnson of Buckingham County., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, December 10, 2010, at Colombia Baptist Church, conducted by the Reverend Lloyd Martin. The body will lie in state at the church from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. Interment will follow in the church., Sheridan Funeral Home, Kents Store, Virginia, is in charge of arrangements. |
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BROOKMAN Always a part of us, without you our hearts have been sad these past 15 years. SEAN GAVIN BROOKMAN Oct. 8, 1972 - Dec. 9, 1995 You will remain always in our hearts and with all those who had come to know you, to love you and to be loved by you. We miss you so much, our precious son, brother and grandson. Mom, Dad, Lara, Mandi & Grandma |
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Dec 9, 2010 Sammy Clyde Goins, 65, of Stuart, died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Pioneer Community Hospital in Stuart. He was born May 11, 1945, to Sam Goins and Nellie Willard Goins. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Annie Laura Fain and Carrie Bowman; and three brothers, Bobby Goins, Walter Goins and Harry Goins. Surviving are six sisters, Iris Bryant and Virginia Easter, both of Mount Airy, N.C., Linda Fain and Frances Hughes, both of Stuart, Alice Lawson of Lexington, N.C., and Rachel Davis of California; three brothers, Shirley Goins of Claudville, Jerry Goins of Meadows of Dan and Andy Goins of Lexington, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Bernard Handy officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour before the service Friday. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058. |
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SHELDON LEE PHILLIPS CHRISTIANSBURG-SFC (Ret.) Sheldon Lee Phillips, 75, born on 10 March 1935, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 5, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. His is preceded in death by his parents Berlie and Verlie Phillips. He leaves behind to grieve his passing: his loving wife of fifteen years Evelyn Phillips, two sons, Jeffery Phillips and wife Norris of Carrboro, NC, Michael Kohls and fiancee' Heidi of Hanau, Germany; two daughters, Brenda Bence and husband MSGT (Ret.) Robert, Daniela Plant and fiance' Richard Boissoneau of Hubbardston, MA; one step-daughter Becky Cox and husband Lloyd of Willis; one sister, Goldie Boyd, of Indian Valley; and one brother James and wife Kathryn of Woodlawn; four grandsons, T.J. and Zachary Plant, Cole Phillips, Calvin Kohls; one granddaughter, Alexa Phillips; three step-granddaughters; one step-grandson; two step-great granddaughters; and five step-great grandsons; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and also many Army comrades. He served with honor in the United States Army for twenty-two years obtaining the rank of Sergeant First class. Throughout his career he was stationed in U.S., Germany and in the Vietnam conflict. He received numerous awards and medals including the National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, & the Meritorious Service Medal. After being honorably discharged, he retired in 1980 to Christiansburg. In his retirement, he enjoyed playing golf and was an avid NASCAR fan. He lived his life with integrity, bravery and will always be remembered as our "Hero". Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday December 9, 2010 at the Indian Valley Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Vinton Quesenberry, Rev. Dustin Montgomery, Rev. Harold Cox, Rev. Harvey Carico officiating. Interment to follow in the Indian Valley Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Wednesday December 8, 2010 at the church. Flowers are appreciated or a memorial donation in Sheldon's honor can be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. Online condolences may be made by visiting |
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Ethel L. Simms VIRGINIA BEACH - On Monday, Dec. 2, 2010, Mrs. Ethel L. Simms passed away. She was 103 years old. Born Dec. ..... |
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Nancy W. Smink VIRGINIA BEACH - Nancy W. Smink, 64, lost her battle with cancer Dec. 4, 2010. Nancy was a devoted and loving ..... |
Mr. Stephen Arkell Balthrop, affectionately known as "Steph B", 37, of 543 Bellevue Ave., Petersburg, Va., departed this life suddenly on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg. He was born Dec. 17, 1972, to Andrew Balthrop and the late Matilda Jones Balthrop., Stephen graduated from Petersburg High School, Class of 1990, and attended Norfolk State University. He was currently employed at Aspen Products in Richmond. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church, Petersburg. Stephen was loved by many and will be remembered for his gentle spirit and kind heart. He was a devoted father and loved his family as well as his friends and neighbors., He was preceded in death by his mother, Matilda Balthrop., He leaves to cherish his memories, his father, Andrew "Reese" Balthrop of Petersburg; two loving and devoted children, Jordan Campbell and Cherokee Tatum of Chesterfield; a goddaughter, Shaniqua Edmonds of Hopewell; a devoted sister, Sonya Balthrop of Petersburg; a brother, Tony Thompson of Petersburg; a nephew, Jalen Brown of Petersburg; five nieces, Anjel and Janel Jordan, Jafiniti Mayfield, and Kimberly Fogg all of Petersburg, Tonisha Thompson of Georgia; four aunts, Virginia Blizzard of Chester, Patricia Batts and Mattie Balthrop of Petersburg, and Adrian Balthrop of New York; six uncles, George Jones (Linda) and Robert Turner (Nancy) of Petersburg, Clarence Balthrop (Bonnie) of California, Johnny Balthrop, Fredric and Roderic Thomas all of New York; and a host of other cousins, relatives and friends, among them devoted are Elena "Penny" Jones, Anthony Jones, Marc Blizzard, Barbara Owens, Monica Gholson and his boys, Pooh, Dickey Blue, Trick, Skinny, Rod, Billy, Kendall, Myrick, Tim, Tony Richie, and Tommy Love., A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at First Baptist Church Harrison Street, Petersburg, where the pastor is the Rev. Jeremiah Tillman. Dr. Nathan Quick, pastor of Living Word Ministries, Colonial Heights, will officiate. Interment will follow in Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery, Petersburg. The family is receiving friends at 4205 Tower Court, Petersburg., Arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be sent to |
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Sharon Ann Strother PORTSMOUTH - Services for Sharon Ann Strother will be held at 3 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. ..... |
Sudie Virginia Reed CHESAPEAKE - God's devoted servant, Sudie Virginia Reed, having completed the work asked of her was peacefully carried to heaven on the evening of Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Sudie was the youngest of eight children born to Roy and Lula Barrett Chambliss Sr. in Franklin, Va., Dec. 25, 1942. She received her early education in Franklin Public Schools and graduated from Hayden High School in 1961. While attending high school she served as class secretary and flag bearer in the high school marching band. Upon graduation from high school, she attended Virginia State University for one year before transferring to Norfolk State University where she graduated in 1965 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business education. Sudie had a passion for education and children. She began her teaching career as a substitute teacher for Chesapeake Public Schools. Later she joined the education team as an elementary and middle school teacher retiring in 2003 after 13 years of teaching in the fifth grade. She joined East End Church of God in Franklin at an early age and remained a member there until her death. She moved to Chesapeake in 1975 where she attended Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Norfolk for more than 30 years. On April 29, 1967, she was united in holy matrimony to George Francis Reed in Franklin and was blessed with two children, Eugene F. Reed and Pauline Reed Achua. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother, a cherished friend and a committed Christian. Sudie was a compassionate person and a friend to all who knew her. She was an anointed woman who lived by faith and the word of God. She possessed a spirit of generosity and hospitality that compelled her to help those who touched her life. She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, George; her adoring children, Eugene and Pauline; son-in-law, Christopher F. Achua; daughter-in-law, Stephanie Sylver Reed; two brothers: Roy W. Chambliss Jr., and James Chambliss; one sister, Ruby Chambliss Lawrence; two grandchildren, Gregory and Zora Achua; five nieces, Marie Lawrence, Cathy Lawrence, Johnesta Blount, Belinda Reid, and Vickie Reid; three nephews, Jerome Reid, Alonzo Chambliss and Eric Reid; and two sisters-in-law, Pauline D. Sam, and Eunice M. Barnes. She also leaves a host of cousins, other relatives, devoted friends and her special Golden Girls. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Lula Barrett Chambliss Sr. and four sisters, Evora Chambliss, Theresa Chambliss, Ella Chambliss, and Alma Chambliss Reid. Sudie was involved in her community as a cancer volunteer, member of the Norfolk Corps of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Silhouettes, and she was a former member of the Coalition of 100 Black Women. She was one of the pillars of the family annually hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner for the entire family for more than 30 years. In her retirement she enjoyed reading, spending time with her family and friends, traveling and her beautiful grandchildren. She will be missed by all of us. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in East End Church of God, 401 East St., Franklin, VA 23851. For those unable to attend the funeral, a wake will be held Friday, Dec. 10, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Metropolitan Funeral Chapel, 120 W. Berkley Ave., Norfolk, VA 23523. Watch wake service live online at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
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Thelma G. Lee VIRGINIA BEACH - Thelma G. Lee, 85, of the 2700 block of Pulaski Loop, passed away Dec. 8, 2010 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Wallenston, Va., she spent most of her life in Virginia Beach. She was the daughter of the late David and Mary Goodwin. She is survived by her husband, Hilton Lee; her daughter, Carol Craig and husband Raymond of Virginia Beach; her stepson, Clifford Lee and wife Denise of Stanford, Conn.; six grandchildren, Michelle Craig, Ronald Stover and wife Van, Shane Lumpkins, Jay Lee and wife Erin, K.C. Lee and wife Kelly and Jodi Lee; and eight great-grandchildren, Kendall Lee, Kopelan Lee, Abigail Lee, David Lee, Kaitlyn Craig, Cardin Stover, Taylor Stover and Brendan Stover. She was predeceased by two children, Deborah D. Lumpkins and Robert "Wayne" Davis. She will also be remembered by her loving friends and neighbors. A funeral will be conducted at the Princess Anne Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel Saturday at 2 p.m. with Pastor Clifford H. Lee officiating. The family will receive friends in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. |
Tonie Millissia Monk, Tonie Millissia Monk, 54, of Charlottesville, Virginia, departed this life on Thursday, December 2, 2010., She was born November 19, 1956, in New York, to Bishop Anthony R. Monk Sr. and Millissia Monk., Tonie was a graduate of Charlottesville High School and was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Rosewood Village and T J Maxx. She enjoyed dancing and playing Bingo with the residents of Rosewood Village., Tonie was preceded in death by one sister, Elizabeth Sarah Monk., In addition to her parents, she leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Latisha Monk of Charlottesville, Virginia; six sisters, Antoinette Monroe and her husband, George, of Charlottesville, Virginia, Mary Talley and her husband, Steve, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Delphine Williams and her husband, Robert, of Charlottesville, Virginia, Fredean Grant and her husband, Phillip, of White Plains, Maryland, Crystal Spearman and her husband, Alfred, of Brooklyn, New York, and Maria Collins of Atlantic, New Jersey; five brothers, Anthony R. Monk Jr. and his wife, Robin, of Sacramento, California, James Monk of Fairfax, Virginia, Alvin Criss of Stony Point, Virginia, Arnold Crite of Jersey City, New Jersey, and Tony and Coy Monk, both of Brooklyn, New York; her grandmother, Angie Loving Brown of Charlottesville, Virginia; a dear friend, Daisy Washington of Charlottesville, Virginia; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 100 Alderman Road, Charlottesville, Virginia, with Pastor Sandra Wisco officiating and Pastor Wayne Frye delivering the Eulogy. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service., To pay condolences to the family please sign the guestbook at, J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Loraine Trierweiler VIRGINIA BEACH - Loraine Voliva "Inky" Trierweiler, 89, a lifelong resident of Virginia Beach, died Dec. 6, 2010. Loraine is survived by ..... |
HAMPTON - Tuan Minh Le, 53, died on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2010, in Richmond. |
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Willie May Umphlett SUFFOLK - Willie May Umphlett, 72, went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010 at her residence in Suffolk. Born ..... |
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Thomas H. Voshell III CHESAPEAKE - Thomas H. "Tommy" Voshell III, 62, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010. The son of the late Thomas ..... |
William Raymond Hudson, Sr. William Raymond Hudson, Sr., 81, of 501 Prospect Road, Hurt died Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at Virginia Baptist Hospital. He was the husband of Geraldine Shelton Hudson. He was born January 30, 1929 in Altavista the son of the late James Amos Hudson and Bessie Nichols Hudson. He was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church, retired Service Manager for Altavista Motors and a founding member of the Hurt Volunteer Fire Department with over thirty years of service in each organization, and a U. S. Army veteran. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, William Raymond "Ray" Hudson, Jr. of Hurt; one daughter, Joan Hudson Carlson and her husband Paul of Richmond; four grandchildren, Jennifer Matthews and her husband Steven of Disputanta, and Kamden, Will and Kayla Hudson; three great grandchildren, Jacob, Loren and Natalie Matthews; and three sisters, Annie Lee Roark of South Boston, Virginia Lanier of Hurt and Joyce Moore and her husband Clyde of Huddleston. He was preceded in death by Ruby Grantham and Frances Midkiff, and infant siblings Charlie and Mary Elizabeth. A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 11, 2010 at New Prospect Baptist Church by the Rev. Brady Willis with interment to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7-8:30 p.m., Friday at Finch & Finch Funeral and Cremation Service, Altavista and other times at the residence. The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider Hurt Volunteer Fire Department, P. O. Box 727, Hurt, VA 24563 or New Prospect Baptist Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 547, Hurt, VA 24563. To send condolences, please visit www.finchandfinchfuneralservice.com. |
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Nicole S. Wichman PORTSMOUTH - Nicole S. Wichman, 36, passed away Dec. 6, 2010. She was survived by her mother, Annette Betts and stepfather, ..... |
William A. Mayton Jr., 81, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010. Born in Blackstone, he was the son of the late Mary Lunsford Mayton and William A. Mayton Sr., and was preceded in death by his wife, Frances V. Mayton; and a sister, Gladys M. Stanfield. He was a member of Kenwood United Methodist Church. He was formerly employed by Sealtest Ice Cream, Southwestern General Life Insurance Co., and co-owner and manager of Midget Mart Convenience Store on West Washington Street, Petersburg. He was active with Dinwiddie Rescue Squad when it was first formed, a member of the Colonial Heights American Legion Post #284, and the Powhatan Starke Masonic Lodge #124., Bill is survived by his son, Jeffrey A. Mayton and wife, Cyndi, of Chesterfield; his granddaughter, Kendall Mayton; his sisters, Judy M. Nemecek and Joyce M. Cramer; and a devoted friend, Helen Howell, all of Colonial Heights., A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with an American Legion service beginning at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Colonial Heights/Petersburg SPCA, Attn: Joan Black, P.O. Box 1174, Petersburg, VA 23804., Condolences may be registered at |
In loving memory of my Husband and Papa, William E. Anderson who died Dec. 4th 1995. We're going to say good night for now. It has been 15 years since you left us. We'll always love you and remember the times we spent together. William save a seat for me. Love always, Wife Lucy, Great-Grandson Michael |
DAVIS, William H., departed this life November 27, 2010. He is survived by his loving friends and family. Graveside services will be conducted by Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home Friday, 2 p.m., at Maury Cemetery. |
William A. Henley Jr. 12/08/1955 - 11/14/2008 Happy Birthday dear Junnie, we still love and miss you. The good Lord called you home because he saw you were tired and a cure was not to be found. ~Love, Mom & Dad, Sisters & Brother |
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Willie May Umphlett SUFFOLK - Willie May Umphlett, 72, went to be with the Lord Dec. 7, 2010 at her residence in Suffolk. Born in Franklin, Va., she was the daughter of the late Estelle and William Arrington. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was predeceased by her sisters, Mildred Cobb and Dana Gale; and brothers, William "Bill" Arrington, George Arrington, and Archie L. Arrington. Survivors include her daughters, Teresa K. Ely of Suffolk, Cindy A. Umphlett of Suffolk, Lisa McCarthy and husband Bob of Chesapeake; son, William E. Umphlett and wife Sherry of Chesapeake; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Marshall of Windsor, Sarah "Betty" Umphlett of Suffolk, Rose Marie Umphlett of Suffolk, Mary "Jenny" Satterfield of Portsmouth; brother, James H. Arrington of Suffolk. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. in the James River Community Church, 8909 Eclipse Drive, Suffolk, VA, 23433 by the Rev. Claude Marshall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society , 604 Constance Woods Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com. |
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Wilmer Porter Perkins, Wilmer Porter Perkins, 93, of Louisa County, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 7, 2010., The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Woodward Funeral Home, where a funeral will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, December 12, 2010. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery., Visit, for online guestbook., Look for complete obituary in Friday's edition. |
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James T. Winslow NORFOLK - Tommy was born in Perquimans County, North Carolina, Sept. 26, 1924. He died Dec. 4, 2010. Survivors include his ..... |
Woodrow E. Martin BATTERY PARK - Services for Woodrow Elma Martin will be held at 11 a.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel. |
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