Sunday, December 26, 2010

Virginia Obituaries 12/26/2010


 

Adrian TATUM

A graveside service with military honors will be held at noon Thursday in Albert G. Horton Jr., Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Suffolk, Va. 


 


 

Albert E. SIMPSON

No Description Available! 


 


 

Alice B. HODGDON

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl; her parents; and her brother, Robert Boyd of Indiana. 


 


 

Alice Bouroujian (In Memoriam)

ALICE BOUROUJIAN You touched our lives in so many ways, words cannot describe the emptiness we now feel, especially this Christmas season. Missing you each and every day. Love You Always, Your Husband and Daughters.


 


 

Allen Dooley

Allen Lee Dooley CHESAPEAKE - The Rev. Allen Lee Dooley, 73, passed away at his home Dec. 24, 2010. Born July 16, 1937 in Roanoke, Va., to the late Walter L. and Christine Hartbarger Dooley, the Rev. Dooley was the retired pastor emeritus of Temple Baptist Church of Chesapeake, retiring in 2007 after 37 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Doris A. Dooley; two sons, Steven Todd Dooley and wife Lori of Chesapeake and Michael Tad Dooley and wife Shannon of Chesapeake; a daughter, Kristi Michelle Layden and husband Gary of Charlotte, N.C.; nine grandchildren, Cameron T. Dooley, Landon A. Dooley, Brooke A. Dooley, Taé A. Dooley, M. Tad Dooley, Christine G. Dooley, Cara F. Dooley, Grayson Allen Layden and Aubree E. Layden. Additional to his mother and father, he was predeceased by his brothers, Lenford, Billy, Charlie and Russell Dooley. He graduated from Tennessee Temple College in 1960 with a B.A. degree and Tennessee Temple Seminary with a Master's of Theology degree in 1963. He founded and pastored Grace Baptist Church in Richmond, Ind., from 1963 to 1970 at which time he became the pastor of Temple Baptist Church of Chesapeake. He was a board member of B.I.M.I. and Union Mission. A homegoing celebration will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Temple Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Bill Compton, the Rev. Dr. Frank Holman, the Rev. Dr. Jim Rushing, the Rev. Jerry Greco and the Rev. William Griffin officiating. Interment will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Garden. Family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Temple Baptist Church. The family requests that memorials, in lieu of flowers, be made to the mission program at Temple Baptist Church, 1322 N. George Washington Hwy., Chesapeake, VA 23323. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Alma C. Bass

No Description Available! 


 


 

Anna Lee Fletcher Vandyke

Anna Lee Fletcher Vandyke VANSANT, Va. Anna Lee Fletcher Vandyke, 72 years of age, of the Dryfork section, passed away Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at the Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon, Va., following a brief illness. Born in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Enice Deel Fletcher. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, homemaker and attended the Primitive Baptist Church. Mrs. Vandyke is survived by her husband, Virgil Vandyke of Vansant. She is also survived by daughters, Lisa Vandyke, Mrfursboro, Tenn., Shelia Vandyke, Abingdon, Kim Vandyke Offield and husband, Mike, Abingdon, Leslie Vandyke Brown and husband, Dewey,Snow Camp, N.C.; sister, Karen Fletcher McClanahan and husband, Greg, Grundy, Va.; brother, Chester Fletcher, Cody, Wyo.; seven grandchildren, 2nd Lt. Jason Vandyke of the U.S. Air Force, Pensacola, Fla., Jessica Vandyke, Jeremy Vandyke, Michael Vandyke, Keisha Solis and husband, Carlos, Dana Scruggs, and Jessi Offield; two great-grandchildren, Melisa Solis, and Savannah Brown; two sisters-in-law, Olagay Fletcher and Patricia Fletcher; she is also survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, P. J. Fletcher and Donnie Fletcher . Funeral services for Anna Lee Fletcher Vandyke will be conducted Monday, Dec. 27, 2010. at 11 a.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Jeff Dotson, Shawn Dotson, Ezra Davis Jr. and Willard Owens officiating with burial to follow in the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va.. Friends may call at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel after 6 p.m. Sunday with services at 7 p.m. Active pallbearers will be Mike Offield, Dewey Brown II, Jason Vandyke, Michael Vandyke, Jeremy Vandyke, Carlos Solis, Leon Vandyke, and Larry McClanahan. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Clappse, Bill Ratliff, Greg McClanahan, Ken Fletcher, Harold Cline, Auburn Ratliff, and Don Hagy. Online condolences may be sent to the family at


 


 

Arlene Hawkins

Arlene Hope Wright McClanan Hawkins Arlene Hope Wright McClanan Hawkins, 89, passed away Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, at The Summit Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born Sept. 8, 1921, in Madison Heights, she was the daughter of the late W. Lawson Wright and Ida P. Banton Wright. Mrs. Hawkins was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth R. Wright and her first husband, Commander Forest H. McClanan, who lost his life in a helicopter accident while serving his country in the U.S. Navy. She is survived by her husband, W. Thomas Hawkins, of Forest; and a daughter, Kay Whitney McClanan Foster, of West Palm Beach, Fla. She attended Longwood College, taught at Phelps Road Elementary School for a number of years and served at the Madison Heights Branch of the Amherst County Public Library for several years. Music was a big part of Arlene's life. She started piano lessons at a young age and enjoyed playing piano all of her life. She also played the church organ on several occasions. She sang in school choruses and church choirs. She supported the arts, took painting lessons and created a number of paintings. She enjoyed traveling. Mrs. Hawkins also enjoyed playing golf and gardening and was a super homemaker. She was a good seamstress and made many of her clothes and clothes for her daughter. She was an avid reader and student of truth. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service by the Rev. Catherine Montgomery, rector of Grace Episcopal Church, with burial at Fort Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends an hour before the service at Heritage Funeral Service. Memorial contributions may be made to Meal of Wheels, P.O. Box 1388, Lynchburg, VA 24505 or Daily Bread, 712 Clay St., Lynchburg, VA 24504. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, (434) 239-2405, is assisting the family. www.heritage funeralandcremation.com.


 


 

Arnold J. Jones 

Dec 26, 2010 Arnold Junior Jones, 79, of Bassett, died Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010, at the Veterans Care Center in Roanoke. Arrangements will be announced by Bassett Funeral Service.


 


 

Barbara Dechaine (In Memoriam)

In Memory Of Barbara A. Dechaine April 16, 1942-December 21, 2009 ? notre m?re, que nous aimons tant Linda, Michael, Kathy, Frank, Wyatt,Caleb and Natalie 


 


 

Barbara J. Bates

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Barnes, Nancy

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Nancy H. Barnes VIRGINIA BEACH - Nancy H. Barnes died Dec. 22, 2010. She was born Nov. 8, 1947 and retired from The Virginian- ..... 


 


 

Ben HUNTER

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Ben and Bertha Bradshaw (In Memoriam)

BRADSHAW - In loving memory of Ben and Bertha Bradshaw this Christmas. Love, Ben, Diane and grandchildren 


 


 

Bertha Lee Council Gary

No Description Available! 


 


 

Beulah May Hunt

Beulah May Hunt, Beulah May Hunt, 92, of Charlottesville, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2010., She was born on March 11, 1918, in Louisa County, to the late Ivor Clay Johnson and Vannie Eloise Holloway Johnson. She was also predeceased by her husband, Howard W. Hunt; an infant daughter, Patricia Gail; and a special friend, John Beasley; three sisters, Celia McGuire, Bernice Thomas, Alma Birckhead; and two brothers, Lee and John Johnson., Mrs. Hunt worked for many years as a nurse at Kluge's Children Rehabilitation Center. She was also a long-time member of Jefferson Park Baptist Church., Mrs. Hunt is survived by three daughters, Nancy Aldredge and her husband, Doug, of Bonita Springs, Florida, Doris Wood and her husband, Dr. Charles M. Wood II, of Logan, West Virginia, and Anne Hicks and her husband, Cecil, of Keswick, Virginia. Other survivors include her sisters, Mary Harris, Virginia Melton and Hazel Cason; and a brother, Macon Johnson; eight grandchildren, Lance, David and Janet Aldredge, Rebecca Shreck, Chris, Mark and Charles Wood III, and Jackie Newton; and twelve great-grandchildren., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at Monticello Memory Gardens with Dr. Charles M. Wood II, officiating., Visitation will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, December 26, 2010, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home., Flowers are appreciated; alternately, memorial contributions may be made to Fluvanna SPCA, 5239 Union Mills Road, Troy, VA 22974.


 


 

Blanchard, Jean

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Jean B. Blanchard HOBBSVILLE - Jean Baines Blanchard, 80, of the 1800 block of NC 37 S., died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010 in Sentara ..... 


 


 

C. Brown (In Memoriam)

BROWN - C. LEON Season's cherished memories. Love, Mable 


 


 

CAROL ANDERSON (In Memoriam)

ANDERSON - Carol T. Merry Christmas, Sis, and Happy New Year. Your memory lives forever. ~Love Ma, Buddy, Jean & Buba


 


 

Caffey, Judy

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Judy L. Caffey CHESAPEAKE - Judy Laverne Caffey, 62, entered into eternal rest to be with the Lord Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. She was .....


 


 

Callahan, William

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

William E. Callahan VIRGINIA BEACH - William Edward Callahan, 69, formerly of Virginia Beach, died peacefully Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Raleigh, N.C. Bill .....


 


 

Campbell, Johnie

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Johnie Faye Campbell CHESAPEAKE - Johnie Faye Campbell, 87, went to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. ..... 


 


 

Carol Anderson (In Memoriam)

ANDERSON - In memory of Carol T. Anderson. Happy Birthday Sis. We will never forget you on this day. ~Love Ma, Buddy, Jean & Buba


 


 

Carolyn Yvonne Moon

Carolyn Yvonne (Coles) Moon, 61, of Charlottesville, Virginia, died on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at University of Virginia Medical Center., She was born on September 18, 1949, in Buffalo, New York, a daughter of the late John Franklin Coles and Ora Lee (Rush) Coles Wells., Ms. Moon was a member Union Baptist Church in Scottsville. She loved gardening, walking, and reading the Bible., Survivors include three daughters, Karen Ann Coles of Charlottesville, Terri Banks and her husband, Rodney, of Scottsville, and Cherri Murphy of Oakland, California; a sister, Barbara Shaw of Scottsville; and a brother, James Coles and his wife, Margie, of Scottsville; a very special cousin, Elsie Taylor and her husband, Ralph, of Charlottesville; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three nieces and two great-nieces., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at Thacker Brothers Funeral Home in Scottsville by the Reverend Phillip Carter. Burial will follow at Union Baptist Church Cemetery., The viewing will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home., The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of the MICU at University of Virginia Medical Center.


 


 

Chiquita Louise English Owens

Chiquita Louise English Owens Mrs. Chiquita Louise English Owens was born June 6, 1932 in Bristol Tennessee to Mrs. Edna D. and Carl English. She departed this life after a brief illness on Dec. 23, 2010, at Bristol Wellmont Regional Medical Center. She wea employed at University Hospital of Cleveland, and retired from Hough Norwood Clinic of Cleveland, Ohio. She was currently employed part -time by Sunhouse of Bristol Virginia. Mrs. Owens received Christ at an early age at Lee Street Baptist Church. She participated in Sunday school and B.T.U. She was a graduate of Douglass High School of Bristol Virginia and a certified phlebotomist under the National Phlebotomy Association. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Harvey Owens; and father, Mr. Carl English. She leaves to cherish her memories: Mother, Mrs. Edna English of Bristol Virginia; one favorite brother, Mr. Carlton (Eva Mae) English of Ft. Washington, Md.; seven sisters, Ms. Brenda English of Petersburg, Va., Ms. Piccola English of Hillsville, Va., Mrs. Clara Dulaney, Mrs. Vivian (Douglass) Releford of Kingsport, Tenn., Mrs. Theresa (Emanuel) Courtland of Strongsville, Ohio, Mrs. Billie D. Anderson of Bristol Tennessee, and Ms. Gloria English of Bristol Virginia; one aunt, Mrs. Lydia Goodbread of Anniston, Ala.; three nieces, Angela and Debra English of Washington, D.C. and Carla Releford of Knoxville, Tenn.; two nephews, Michael Dulaney, Kingsport, and Carlton Releford of Knoxville; Skeet is also survived by and a host of cousins, great-nieces and nephews, and friends including James Henry of Kingsport, Mary Ann Wright and Marian Price. Funeral service for Mrs. Owens will be conducted at 12 noon on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Lee Street Baptist Church with Dr. W.A. Johnson officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. View Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. till the hour of service. Mrs. Owens and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-764-8584;


 


 

Christine RICHARDSON

Mrs. Richardson lived in the Fox Hill community of Hampton for more than 60 years. She was a member of the Fox Hill Central United Methodist Church where she served as a teacher of young people for 17 years, a Women's Circle leader, and a Vacation Bible School teacher. She was a Cub Scout den mother. Mrs. Richardson also was past president of the Fox Hill Home Demonstration Club, and past president of the Francis Asbury School Parent Teachers Association.


 


 

Clark, Howard

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Howard L. Clark Sr. NORFOLK - Howard Lee Clark Sr., 91, passed away Dec. 23, 2010. Born in Illinois, he was the son of ..... 


 


 

Cochran, Theresa

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Theresa Lynn Cochran VIRGINIA BEACH - Theresa Lynn Cochran, 40, died Dec. 19, 2010 due to medical complications at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. ..... 


 


 

Connie Renee Cross

Connie Renee Cross BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Connie Renee Cross will be held Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, at 3 p.m. in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Johnny Dillard officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain View Cemetery in Bristol Virginia. Active pallbearers will be DeWayne Campbell, Tony Campbell, Cody Campbell, Luke Booher, Eric Blevins and Russ Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Junior Blevins, Jerry Cross, Darrell Shelton and Jim Ligon. The family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m. Sunday prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the for the Cure Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309 Dallas, TX 75265-0309 or by calling 1-877-465-6636. A book of memories is available online at


 


 

Copeland, Evelyn

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Evelyn N. Copeland CHESAPEAKE - Evelyn N. Copeland, 87, of the 1500 block of Myrtle Ave., went to be with Jesus Thursday, Dec. 23, ..... 


 


 

Cunningham, Willa

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Willa Cunningham NORFOLK - Willa "Ruth" Cunningham, 89, passed away Dec. 21, 2010 in a Norfolk hospital. Ruth was a native of Harrisville, W.Va., ..... 


 


 

Curtis Joe Scites

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Curtis L. Clark 

Dec 26, 2010 Curtis Leon Clark, 73, of Stuart, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, at his home. He was born in Patrick County on Oct. 7, 1937, to Claude Swanson and Lena Adams Clark. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Anna Caroline Clark. Clark served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion Post 105 for more than 31 years, and he retired from Bassett Furniture. Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Anita Turner Clark; a daughter, Lisa Clark Luther of Fieldale; two sons, Lee Clark of Roanoke and Jeff Clark of Chesterfield; and six grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Ross-Harbour United Methodist Church with Pastor Sandra Wright officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Military honors will be by the Patrick County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard. The family will receive friends an hour before the service Monday at the church. Memorials may be made to Ross Harbour United Methodist Church, c/o Cathy Adams, 35 Goblintown Road, Stuart, Va. 24171; Smith River Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 122, Woolwine, Va. 24185; or to Fairystone Volunteer Fire Department, 6687 Fairystone Park Highway, Stuart, Va. 24171. Moody Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Daniel Scott Bowes

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


 


 

Davis, Jay

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Jay M. Davis VIRGINIA BEACH - Jay M. Davis passed away Dec. 21, 2010. He was born Jan. 6, 1928 in Norfolk to the ..... 


 


 

Dechaine, Barbara

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

In Memory Of Barbara A. Dechaine April 16, 1942-December 21, 2009 ? notre m?re, que nous aimons tant Linda, Michael, Kathy, Frank, Wyatt,Caleb and ..... 


 


 

Denslow, Joyce

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Joyce Denslow NORFOLK - Joyce Denslow died in her home Dec. 23, 2010 surrounded by her friends and family. Mrs. Denslow died from complications ..... 


 


 

Dewey Mayberry

Dewey White Mayberry Dewey White Mayberry, 91, of Bedford, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, in Campbell Rest Home. Born April 10, 1919, in Bedford County, he was a son of the late Emma Cordelia White Mayberry and Travis Camden Mayberry. Dewey was a member of Mt. Herman Baptist Church and a lifelong farmer. In addition to his parents, Dewey was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Marie Coffey Mayberry; and one brother, Travis Henry Mayberry. He is survived by two nieces, Janice Dooley and her husband, Gerald, and Joan Leidich, both of Bedford; a stepdaughter, Janet Ellis and husband, Ernest, of Moneta; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 650 158th St., New York, NY 10032; or Mt. Herman Baptist Church, 3805 Otterville Road, Bedford, VA 24523. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Virginia Memorial Park, with the Rev. Mark Flores and Rev. Eugene Campbell officiating. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, (540) 586-3443. To send condolences, please visit www.tharp funeralhome.com.


 


 

Dixie HAMMETT

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The Arc of the Peninsula, 2520 58th Street, Hampton, VA 23661. 


 


 

Dolly Goodwyn

Dolly Goodwyn BRANCHVILLE - Dolly Rose Murphy Goodwyn, born Nov. 1, 1924, was the ninth and last surviving child of the late Lester and Hattie Parker Murphy. Baptized at an early age, she grew up as a member of Rising Star Baptist Church and as a student in Southampton County Public Schools. On July 1, 1944 she married the late Sam Green Goodwyn. To this 63-year union four children were born, Deborah Ann, Doreen Celestine, Samuel Bernard and Walter Frank. In addition, the couple was blessed with an adopted daughter, Eula Paige; and a foster son, Demetrick Jones. Dolly, affectionately known as Dot and later as Ms. Dolly, was an award-winning agent for North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company for close to 30 years. She loved her church and community and dedicated her life to her family. Her faith in God was the cornerstone of her life. For many years she used her musical gifts to lift up the name and spread the good news of Jesus Christ. She was the musician for several choirs and was a member of several choirs as well. After being a member of Rising Star Baptist Church for nearly 50 years, in the late 1970s, she moved her membership to Galilee Baptist Church where her husband Sam was a deacon. After joining Galilee, she served as a deaconess, financial secretary, and chairperson for numerous programs. She remained a faithful member of Galilee until her death. Dolly was also an active member of her community. She worked with several voter registration projects and was president of the Southampton County Chapter of the NAACP for more than a decade. She also served as president of the Southampton County Assembly for many years. In addition, she was past Worthy Matron of her chapter of the Eastern Star, past president of the Farmer's Friend Lodge No. 1, and founder of her beloved Boykins Community Youth Center (CYC) Club. She was the recipient of numerous awards from fraternities and other organizations recognizing her contribution to the community. Dolly loved people. She always desired to make the world a better place and believed that with faith in God anything was possible. Her enthusiasm and confidence were infectious. However, foremost she loved her family. She always said that her favorite topic of conversation was her family, especially her children. Dolly leaves to cherish her memory her grateful children, Dr. Deborah Goodwyn and her daughter Dotty Waters; Doreen Tubbs, her husband John and their children Josh and Ashley; the Honorable S. Bernard Goodwyn, his wife Sharon and their children Sam and Sarah; Walter "Frankie" Goodwyn, his wife WáChevia and his children, Simone, Felice and Casey; Eula Paige Turner Crockett and her children Leroy Turner Jr., Annette Turner Harper (Tyrone), Timothy Turner, Gary Crockett and Anthony Gregory; her 12 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren; Demetrick Jones and his four daughters; her devoted sister-in-law, Lillian Goodwyn Woodley; and a host of other relatives and friends. A wake for Dolly Rose Murphy Goodwyn will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. today, Dec. 26, at Engram Funeral Home, 1001 Armory Drive, Franklin, Va. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at Galilee Baptist Church, 15688 Old Branchville Road, Branchville, Va. The Rev. Willie L. Diggs, pastor, will deliver the eulogy. Burial will be in the church cemetery.


 


 

Dooley, Allen

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Allen Lee Dooley CHESAPEAKE - The Rev. Allen Lee Dooley, 73, passed away at his home Dec. 24, 2010. Born July 16, 1937 in .....


 


 

Dorothy Bell Powers

Dorothy Bell Powers The family of Dorothy Bell Powers will receive friends on Monday evening, Dec. 27, 2010, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning, Dec. 28, 2010, in the Heritage Chapel of Memories at Mountain View Cemetery, with Minister Ron Reeves officiating. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting


 


 

Dorothy Breeden Mench

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Dorothy Hill

Dorothy M. Hill CHESAPEAKE - Dorothy M. Hill, 75, passed away Dec. 22, 2010. www.FamilyChoiceFunerals.com. 


 


 

Dorothy RATLIFF

NEWPORT NEWS - Dorothy Ratliff was called home on Friday, Dec. 17, 2010, at her home peacefully. 


 


 

Doughtie, William

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

William T. Doughtie Sr. EURE - William Thomas "Sonny" Doughtie Sr., 75, of the Eure Loop Road, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Sentara .....


 


 

Edna Ruth Conway

She is survived by five children, Mitchell Petway and wife, Betty of Cary, N. C., Kathy Hurlburt and husband, Jim of Stuart, Fla., Michael Petway and wife, Patsy of Hampton, Joan Young of Newport News, and Janet Howell of Newport News. She is also survived by her sister, Jean Brown of Annapolis, Md.; nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.


 


 

Eileen Theresa Cordano

Eileen Theresa Cordano, Eileen Theresa Cordano, 65, of Gordonsville, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, December, 18, 2010., She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on August 10, 1945, to the late Andrew and Emma Mood Brown., Eileen is survived by her husband, Fredrick T. Cordano; and their three sons, Gregory and his wife, Emmanuelle, and their three children, Jean-Julien, Samuel and Maya; Todd; and Philip and his wife, Ingrid, and their two children, Astrid and Liv. Also surviving is her brother, Andrew Brown., Eileen enjoyed life and cared very much about her family and friends. She was especially fond of her grandchildren - who loved their "Mom-mom" very much. Eileen was also a dear companion to her husband Fred. She was young and there were still so many things her family planned to do together with her. She will be sorely missed., A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Monday December 27, 2010, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home., Friends and family will be received prior to the service at 1 p.m.


 


 

Eleanor Bevans Gonseth

Eleanor "Lolly" Bevans Gonseth, Eleanor "Lolly" Bevans Gonseth, 87, died on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia., She was born on December 7, 1923, to the late Jean Evans and Stuart Millikin Bevans at Walter Reed Army Hospital. After graduating from high school, she attended the National Cathedral School in Washington, D.C. She met her husband of 68 years, Kenneth M. Gonseth, Brigadiere General, United States Army, at 16, while he was a 2nd Lieutenant stationed at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. They married when she was 18., She holds the record for being born at Walter Reed, married at the Walter Reed Chapel and having three children at Walter Reed. Her life as an Army Officer's wife began in 1942 spanning 30 years. Each move meant new responsibilities that she accepted willingly. She volunteered her time generously; very often the "volunteer" jobs turned into "full-time" managing responsibilities., After Ken retired from the Army in 1970, they moved to Waterford, Virginia, where they owned a successful antique shop, The Painted Rooster. Gardening - from seeds to trees - golf and bridge kept them busy. These shared interests eventually took them to Pinehurst, North Carolina in 1984. Volunteering, once again, played a major role in her life., A greater joy was being the mother of four children, Jane, Anne, Stuart and Sally; the grandmother of 10; and great-grandmother of seven. The annual "week at the beach" gave her the opportunity to spend quality time with her family. You could always count on grandmother to play a game, put together a jigsaw puzzle, or head to the ocean to play in the waves. Her heart was one that continually gave to others., Eleanor is survived by two sisters, Marjorie B. Kent and Jean L. Bevans; her three daughters and their families. She was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth; son, Stuart; and grandson, David., A memorial service will be held at the Church of Our Saviour Oatlands, Leesburg, Virginia, 9 a.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2011. Burial will follow at Arlington National Cemetery at 2 p.m., In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Church of Our Saviour Oatlands, Leesburg, Virginia, or a charity of your choice.


 


 

Emma Terrell Ward

Emma Terrell Ward, 92, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 20, 2010, in Norcross, Georgia., She was born on June 1, 1918, in Rochelle, Madison County, the daughter of the late Mary Magdalene Terrell and wife of the late Thomas Ward. She was also preceded in death by a son, John Henry Ward; four sisters, Betty Jackson, Rosetta Terrell, Gertrude Carter, Carrie Lee Davis; and a brother, Dennis Terrell., She is survived by her son, Thomas Ward and his wife, Bernice, of Salisbury, Maryland; five grandchildren, John Ward and his wife, Denise, Darlene Ward-Wright and her husband, John, Marvin Ward and his fiancee, Tonya Clark, Myisha Green and Melvin Green; nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, and a number of nieces and nephews., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison with interment at the Main Uno Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour before the service on Monday.


 


 

Escano, Gladys

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Gladys Escano VIRGINIA BEACH - Gladys Escano was born in Portsmouth, England Aug. 2, 1920. She grew up in the south of France, and .....


 


 

Ethel A. ARNOLD

Surviving are her loving sons, Albert and his wife, Jo-Ann of Newport News, their three sons, Albert and his wife, Beth of New Kent and their sons, Connor and Ethan, Douglas and his fiancEe, Susanne, Matthew and his wife, Jenni and their daughter, Abigail both of Newport News, her son, Thomas and his wife, Ann of Hampton and their daughter, Anna Petrolia and her husband, Charlie of Yorktown and their daughter, Brianna. Also surviving are her sister-in-law, Mary Burke of Staten Island, N.Y., and a number of nieces, nephews and a host of friends.


 


 

Evelyn Copeland

Evelyn N. Copeland CHESAPEAKE - Evelyn N. Copeland, 87, of the 1500 block of Myrtle Ave., went to be with Jesus Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. A native of England, she was the widow of Albert Lee Copeland. She had many friends in her beloved TBA group including, Jean Cannon, her best friend of 60 years. She was a member of Indian River Baptist Church for more than 50 years. She is survived by her only son, Lee and her daughter- in-law of 37 years Barbara; three grandchildren, Vinie, Wayne and Cindy; and three great-grandchildren, Ashley, Naomi and Brianna. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at Indian River Baptist Church. Burial will be private in Rosewood Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel.


 


 

Evelyn Snider "Tootsie" Berry

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Faries, James

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

James L. Faries VIRGINIA BEACH - James Linden Faries, 91, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather went to be with the Lord Dec. 10, .....


 


 

Fields, Roberta

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Roberta A. Fields POPLAR BRANCH - Roberta A. Fields, 62, of the 6100 block of Caratoke Hwy., died Dec. 23, 2010. She was born ..... 


 


 

Foster, Margaret

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Margaret Ellen Foster SUFFOLK - Margaret Ellen Foster, 84, passed away Dec. 24, 2010. She was born in East Prairie, Mo. She was the ..... 


 


 

Frances BROOKS

Frances loved people and was involved in many community organizations. She was very active in the Home Dem. Group and in the 4H program, both sponsored by the Va. Tech Extension Service. Most of all she will be remembered for her warmth. She was a wonderful mother, teacher, and friend and will be dearly missed.


 


 

Francis Bailey

Mr. Francis Bailey, 84, of 5505 Takach Road, Prince George, departed this life on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, at his residence., He was born in Charleston, S.C., to the late Abraham and Rebecca Bailey on Oct. 31, 1926, and was the seventh of 10 brothers and sisters. He attended Charleston Public Schools., Francis was a retired Merchant seaman and served as a cook. After leaving Charleston, S.C., in 1948, he reconnected with his future wife Annabelle Alston whom he married in 1949 and she preceded him in death in 2002. From this union, they had four children; Barbara, Phyllis (deceased), Francine and Frank. Francis was a devoted member of Allen A.M.E. Church in St. Albans, NY., In January 2005, Francis married Mandy Dancy in Brooklyn, N.Y. In 2006, they moved to Prince George, where they made their home., Francis is survived by his devoted wife, Mandy; daughters, Barbara Glover and her husband Ernest of Jamaica, N.Y., and Francine Pearsall of Jamaica, N.Y.; his son, Frank and his wife Marie of Rosedale, N.Y., He leaves his beloved sisters, Mary Taylor of Charleston, S.C., Catherine Washington of Charleston, S.C., and Mildred Gibbs of Charleston S.C. Remembering him with abiding affection is Daryl Dancy of Allentown, Pa., Hildria Dancy of Ozone Park, N.Y., Eli Dancy of Bayonne N.J., Heather Charity of Prince George, Va., and Joseph Dancy of Prince George, Va.; nine grandchildren, 10 great-grands, two great-great-grands, several nieces and nephews, and a host of family and friends mourn his departure from this earthly life., A funeral service will be held at noon, Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at the Chapel of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr., pastor of Metropolitan Baptist Church, Petersburg, will officiate. Interment will follow in Southlawn Cemetery, Petersburg. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday evening at the Chapel of Turner-Bland Funeral Home. The family is asked to assemble at the residence on the day of the service at 11 a.m., Arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. Condolences may be sent to


 


 

Fulton, Lynwood

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Lynwood D. Fulton VIRGINIA BEACH - Lynwood "Doug" Douglas Fulton, 72, died Dec. 20, 2010 in a local hospital. He was born in Bedford, ..... 


 


 

Gambardella, Matteo

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Matteo Gambardella Jr. NORFOLK - Mr. Matteo "Gambo" Gambardella Jr., 84, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. He was a member of St. Pius ..... 


 


 

Gerald M. KEATING

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Gladys Escano

Gladys Escano VIRGINIA BEACH - Gladys Escano was born in Portsmouth, England Aug. 2, 1920. She grew up in the south of France, and came to the United States to marry a Navy man, Francisco Escano. After the death of her husband, she lived at Marian Manor in Virginia Beach. She died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010 after a brief illness. Gladys's life revolved around her family and she was most happy to be a part of her children's and grandchildren's lives. She is survived by her brother, Richard Salazar and his wife Odette; daughter, Dianne Shearin and son-in-law Ernie; her daughter, Priscilla Gibbs and her son-in-law Edward; grandson, Matthew Shearin and his wife Pilar; grandson, Andrew Shearin and his wife Jessica; and grandsons, Benjamin and Jonathan Circelli. She also had three great-grandchildren, Kiergan, Ethan and Kaelyn. The family wishes to thank the staff at Marian Manor who cared for her over the past 10 years. They are grateful to the doctors and nurses at Bayside Hospital, who provided expert care and comfort in the remaining days of her life. Family will receive friends at 9:30 a.m. with a 10:30 a.m. memorial service Monday, Dec. 27, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Committal services will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to www.altmeyer. com.


 


 

Gloria A.D. Roper

Gloria Ann Day Roper, born Feb. 23, 1932, to the late William Henry and Jessie H. Day passed away Dec. 20, 2010., She was a lifelong resident of Colonial Heights and Petersburg. She graduated from Petersburg High School and attended James Madison University in the 1950s when the university was still a small college. She was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Petersburg, Va., for over 75 years. Ann was a former member of the Colonial Heights Federated Women's Club and a dedicated worker for the Petersburg Cosmopolitan Club Diabetic Center., She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Willson Bartlett Roper Jr.; daughters, Lee D.W. Whelan of Virginia, Margaret A. Roper Upchurch and husband Cody of Texas; a son, Willson Bartlett Roper III and wife Deborah of Maine; grandchildren, Cody Lee Upchurch Jr., Mia Roper Upchurch and Conner Lee Upchurch of Texas., There will be a graveside service at Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg, Va., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Bruce Bevans officiating. The family would like to thank the dedicated and caring staff of Golden Living Center and Asera-Care Hospice. Condolences may be registered at


 


 

Goodwyn, Dolly

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Dolly Goodwyn BRANCHVILLE - Dolly Rose Murphy Goodwyn, born Nov. 1, 1924, was the ninth and last surviving child of the late Lester and ..... 


 


 

Groves, Linwood

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Linwood Groves Jr. NORRIDGEWOCK, Maine - Linwood LaForrest "Bud" Groves Jr., 86, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Chesapeake. A native of Skowhegan, Maine, ..... 


 


 

Gwendolyn Marr King (Jo) Burriss

Gwendolyn (Jo) Marr King Burriss Gwendolyn (Jo) Marr King Burriss, 91, died on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, at Wellmont Hospice House. Mrs. Burriss was born on Oct. 26, 1919, in Anderson, S.C., a daughter of the late John David King and Grace Blanche McCoy King. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Carpenter Burriss Sr.; and sisters, Cora Jane Bryan and Helen Major. She is survived by her son, William C. Burriss Jr., and daughter-in-law, Rose Marie Burriss; grandchildren, Theresa Lynne Burriss and her husband, James L. Werth Jr., and William C. Burriss III and his wife, Elizabeth; and four great-grandchildren, Charles Paul Stanley IV, Campbell King Howard, William C. Burriss IV, and Joseph McCall Burriss. She also is survived by Jacqueline Hutchins Cline, her caregiver and companion for the past 11 years. Mrs. Burriss moved to Bristol in 1957 with her husband and son, and remained in Bristol the rest of her life. She worked as a volunteer at Bristol Regional Medical Center for over 25 years and was a member of First Baptist Church. The funeral service will be conducted at 3:30 Sunday afternoon, Dec. 26, 2010, at First Baptist Church with the Rev. David Stancil and the Rev. Timothy Keeney officiating. Visitation with the family will follow immediately in the fellowship hall of the church. A private burial service will be held on Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 116, Bristol, VA 24203. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family and viewed at


 


 

H. Raymond Bobbitt Jr.

BOBBITT, H. Raymond Jr., 85, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 24, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 63 loving years, Dorothy; two sons, Herbert R. Bobbitt III (Kathy) and Kenneth Bobbitt; three grandchildren, Tanya Barrett, Jennifer Fox and Amanda Bobbitt; three sisters, Janice Barnett, Faye Galaspie (Bob), Helen Kersey (Don); four great-grandchildren, Madison, Reese, Jessica and Michael. The family will receive friends 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, December 27, 2010, at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rt. 10), Richmond. A graveside funeral service will be held 12 noon, Tuesday, at Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Ave., Richmond. Please assemble at the grave. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, Tenn. 38105.


 


 

Hannah McLay

Hannah H. McLay Hannah H. McLay, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Born June 23, 1921, in Germany, Hannah moved with her mother to New York City as a child. Her years in New York gave her a lifelong appreciation of the arts. After graduating from Cornell University, Hannah worked in Washington, D.C., developing a keen and lasting interest in politics and civic affairs. She was an enthusiastic supporter of the Democratic party and a longtime member of the League of Women Voters. Shortly after earning a master's degree in library science, Hannah became a state library consultant for southern Virginia, a position she maintained until retirement. Hannah often expressed satisfaction that she was able to bring library stakeholders with competing viewpoints to the table, mediating comfortable outcomes for all concerned. Her interest and ability as a mediator continued after retirement, leading her to facilitate assertiveness training at the Women's Resource Center in Lynchburg. A strong proponent of women's rights, she also volunteered at the Women's Shelter in Lynchburg. Hannah was a faithful member of Grace Memorial Episcopal Church in Lynchburg for many years. In 1998, she joined the Religious Society of Friends (Quaker) and became an active and devoted participant in the Lynchburg Worship Group. Hannah had a lively curiosity, a fine sense of humor and a knack for bringing out the best in people. Having no family of her own, she created a loving family of friends. She will be greatly missed. A memorial gathering is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, at the Lodge of the Fishermen, 4415 Boonsboro Road, Lynchburg. Memorial donations may be made to the Lynchburg Public Library or to Roanoke Friends Meeting, P.O. Box 8023, Roanoke, VA 24014-8023. To send condolences online, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Timberlake Chapel, is serving the family.


 


 

Harold BALK

BALK, Harold, U.S. Navy (Ret.), 78, of Rockville, passed away December 22, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Johnetta White Balk; his daughter, Nora Ward Case and her husband, Gary; his son, Stephen Michael Balk and his wife, Jennifer; his sister, Charlotte Balk; his sister-in-law, Laura Balk; four grandchildren, Andrew, Brust and his wife, Christie, Johnetta Lynn Brust, Stephen Wyatt and Michael Brody Balk. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011 at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the or Bon Secours St. Francis Care Fund.


 


 

Helen BALDWIN

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Alvah Baldwin in 2005; and two sisters, Betty Asbury of Kansas City, Mo., and Frances Bailey of Princeton, W.Va.


 


 

Hill, Dorothy

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Dorothy M. Hill CHESAPEAKE - Dorothy M. Hill, 75, passed away Dec. 22, 2010. www.FamilyChoiceFunerals.com . ..... 


 


 

Howard Clark Sr.

Howard L. Clark Sr. NORFOLK - Howard Lee Clark Sr., 91, passed away Dec. 23, 2010. Born in Illinois, he was the son of the late William and Olivia Clark. Howard retired after 40 years of dedicated service with the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He was a member of the Ocean View Masonic Lodge, the Shrine Temple, the Norfolk Scottish Rite Bodies, the Norfolk Master Gardeners, and a longtime volunteer at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. In 1942, he was a member of the 1st Battalion, Company 11, of the Virginia Protective Force. Howard was an Army veteran of World War II. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 27 years, Shun Shun Clark; six children, Catherine Lee and her husband Bill of Chesapeake, Susan Bender and her husband Warren of Matthews, N.C., Howard Clark Jr. and his wife Lois of Virginia Beach, Jon Clark and his girlfriend Michele of the Eastern Shore, Richard Clark and his wife Maria of Leesburg, Va., and Robert Clark and his wife Cynthia of Cumming, Ga.; 12 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ida Lumber Clark. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association , the National Diabetes Foundation or to a charity of ones choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyer.com.


 


 

Ilene McCann Babb

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JOAN BRACKETT (In Memoriam)

BRACKETT - Joan Dear Joan Marie - It's Christmastime again, your favorite time. You are gone, but not forgotten. We will remember your beautiful smile that lit up the room. Your love and warmth still live in our hearts today. Your generous spirit is your legacy to us from God. We miss you and love you very much. Merry Christmas! Your husband, children and grandchildren


 


 

Jacob F. Lewis, Sr. 

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James Bagley

BAGLEY, James W., age 68, a resident of Petersburg, died Friday, December 24, 2010 at his home. Born on October 14, 1942 in Richmond, he was the son of the late James Spencer and Virginia Dare Crowder Bagley. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Matthews Bagley; a son, James Matthew Bagley and wife, Nicole, of Palm City, Fla.; a daughter, Sydney B. Kelly and husband, Eric, of Culpepper; two grandchildren, Parker and McKenna Kelly; a brother, Eugene S. Bagley of Appomattox; stepmother, Lee B. Rolston; and a stepsister, Beverly O'Lini, both of Hillsboro Beach, Fla.; and two brothers-in-law, E. Warren Matthews and his wife, Faye G., of South Hill and James W. Matthews and his wife, Bonnie G., of Powhatan. Jim grew up in Kenbridge, Va., was a retired interior designer and a member of the Kenbridge United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, with Rev. Carl J. Bagley officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial at Kenbridge Heights Cemetery will be private. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Kenbridge UMC, c/o Bagley Horthorne, P.O. Box 202, Kenbridge, Va. 23944, or to Southside Virginia Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 574, Petersburg, Va. 23804. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.


 


 

James Faries

James L. Faries VIRGINIA BEACH - James Linden Faries, 91, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather went to be with the Lord Dec. 10, 2010 at his home. He was born April 15, 1919 in Wilmington, Del., to Charles and Alice Faries. James served his country in World War II and Korea. He worked as a machinist at the Norfolk Naval Base until he retired in 1978. During his life, he enjoyed woodworking and traveling throughout the USA. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Edith; his daughter, Linda and her husband William; two grandsons, Keith and his wife Janel and Eric and his wife Laurie; and a great-granddaughter, Grace. A memorial graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Dec. 30 at Princess Anne Memorial Park, Great Neck Road. The service will be officiated by the Rev. Fred Bates. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

James L. JOHNSON Jr.

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James Tatum

Mr. James Tatum of 1344 Youngs Road Petersburg, died Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010, at his residence. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave.,


 


 

James W. Bagley

James W. Bagley, age 68, a resident of Petersburg, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at his home. Born on Oct. 14, 1942, in Richmond, he was the son of the late James Spencer and Virginia Dare Crowder Bagley., He is survived by his wife, Patricia Matthews Bagley; a son, James Matthew Bagley and wife, Nicole of Palm City, Fla.; a daughter, Sydney B. Kelly and husband, Eric of Culpeper; two grandchildren, Parker and McKenna Kelly; a brother, Eugene S. Bagley of Appomattox; step-mother, Lee B. Rolston and a step-sister, Beverly O'Lini both of Hillsboro Beach, Fla., and two brothers-in-law, E. Warren Matthews and his wife Faye G. of South Hill and James W. Matthews and his wife, Bonnie G. of Powhatan., Jim grew up in Kenbridge, Va., was a retired interior designer and a member of the Kenbridge United Methodist Church., A memorial service will be held at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, with the Rev. Carl J. Bagley officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial at Kenbridge Heights Cemetery will be private. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Kenbridge UMC, c/o Bagley Horthorne, P.O. Box 202, Kenbridge, VA 23944, or to Southside Virginia Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 574, Petersburg, VA 23804. Condolences may be registered at


 


 

Janine F. Wisco

Janine was born to Andre' and Juliette Potor and raised in France. As a young girl, her favorite place was Yvetot. The ocean held a special place in her heart. She came to the United States as the bride of Alvin, who was a GI during the American occupation of France in World War II., Janine was artistic and innovative and a gourmet. She was creative with fabric and an accomplished seamstress, making clothes and stuffed animals for her family. She collected fabrics for the many ideas she had brewing in her creative mind. Janine painted too., Janine was fun-loving and playful; a good practical joker. Everyone who met her seemed to enjoy her company and was curious about her lovely French accent. She will be missed., She is survived by her husband, Alvin A. Wisco of Charlottesville; a son, Eric A. Wisco and his wife, Aysim A. Wisco. of Greensboro, North Carolina; and a daughter, Sandra J. Wisco of Charlottesville; a sister, Odette Masse' in Rouen France., She was predeceased by a brother, Jean Pierre; and a sister, Nadine, all from France. Laughter was the main ingredient when she was with her sisters., In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to Saint Mark Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 100 Alderman Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903 or The Hospice of the Piedmont., The celebration of her life is at St. Mark Lutheran Church 2 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2011, after which there will be a reception and the family will greet friends.


 


 

Jay Davis

Jay M. Davis VIRGINIA BEACH - Jay M. Davis passed away Dec. 21, 2010. He was born Jan. 6, 1928 in Norfolk to the late Edward Wallace Davis and Edith Virginia Minter Davis. Jay graduated from Norview High School in Norfolk in 1945 and attended the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary. Jay served in the Army from 1946-1948 as a gun crewman and parachutist with the 82nd Airborne, and was awarded the World War II Victory Medal. He was also a member of the Marine Corps Reserves and was called into active duty from 1950-1952. After the service, he worked in the banking industry in New York City and California and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Jay loved the outdoor life and was an avid hunter with his beloved hunting dogs and his friend, Tommy Miller. Jay was preceded in death by his brother, Edward W. Davis. He is survived by his sister, Marie Carlisle; Ann Ohmsen and her husband Paul; sister, Marian Woodson and her husband Albert; and many nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local humane society or animal shelter. Services are to be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, with the Rev. Trueblood officiating. A graveside service will follow beginning at 3:15 p.m. in Elmwood Cemetery, 238 E. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23510. Condolences may be expressed to www.altmeyer. com.


 


 

Jay M. DAVIS

VIRGINIA BEACH - Jay M. Davis passed away Dec. 21, 2010. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local humane society or animal shelter. Services are to be held at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, at 2 p.m. Monday, with the Rev. Trueblood officiating. There will be a graveside service following to Elmwood Cemetery, 238 East Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23510, beginning at 3:15 p.m. Condolences may be expressed to


 


 

Jean Blanchard

Jean B. Blanchard HOBBSVILLE - Jean Baines Blanchard, 80, of the 1800 block of NC 37 S., died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010 in Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk. Mrs. Blanchard was born in Gates County and was the daughter of the late John David and Mamie Story Baines. A graduate of Gatesville High School, she worked in the FBI building in Washington, D.C., returned to Gates County and married. Later, she worked as the secretary at the Gates County High School and then spent most of her life as a homemaker. A member of Zion United Methodist Church and its United Methodist Women, she also enjoyed membership in the Gatesville Senior Citizens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Nathan "Billy" Blanchard; sisters, Gladys, Lorene and Mable; and brothers, Edgar, Dick, Pete and Bill. Surviving are two daughters, Brenda Jean Bergevin and husband Dr. Michael A. Bergevin of Smithfield, Va., and Billie Lynn Poole and husband Mark C. Poole of Raleigh; four grandchildren, Nathan and Kimberly Cole, Richard Poole and Kristin Lane and husband Brooks; and a great-grandson, Carter Lane. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in Zion United Methodist Church by the Rev. Tracy Clayton. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Miller Funeral Home, 304 Main St., Gatesville, handling arrangements. Friends may join the family at the residence. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Gates County Rescue Squad, 016 US Hwy. 158 E., Gatesville, NC 27938. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com.


 


 

Joan Wilmouth

Joan Patricia Wilmouth Joan Patricia Wilmouth, 72, of Forest, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. She was the wife of the best blind date ever, William "W.C." Wilmouth Jr. Mrs. Wilmouth was born Saturday, Feb. 12, 1938, in Brooklyn, N.Y., a daughter of the late Jack D'Agati and Marie D'Agati. She was a happy and easy-going person that loved to travel and was always ready to pick up and go on a new adventure. Her family, her God and her church, St. Thomas More, were the most important parts of her life. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, William Wilmouth III and wife, Mary Ann, of Highland Lakes, N.J., Maria Swyhart and husband, Brian, of Lynchburg, and Jim Wilmouth and wife, Elizabeth, of Salem; her daughter-in-law, Carol Wilmouth; her grandchildren, Morgan Wilmouth, Jacquline Swyhart, Rachael Swyhart, Jimmy Wilmouth and Thomas Wilmouth; and her sister, Jackie D'Agostino, and husband, Charles, Lynbrook, LI, N.Y. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers. A celebration of Joan's life will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, with Father Richard Mooney officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Memorial contributions may be sent to , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or Disabled American Veterans Chapter #8, 2337 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, (434) 237-9424, is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneral home.com.


 


 

Joanna S. BANISTER

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter – Day Saints, Zebulon Ward. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will be noon Wednesday, Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News, Va.


 


 

Johnie Campbell

Johnie Faye Campbell CHESAPEAKE - Johnie Faye Campbell, 87, went to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. Born in Lufkin, Texas, she was the daughter of the late John and Cora Henderson and was the widow of Gaines B. Campbell. Johnie will be remembered for her love of the Lord, her devotion to family, especially her two grandsons and a passion for gardening and flowers. She was a member of Great Bridge Baptist Church and a former member of Fort Johnson Baptist Church, Charleston, S.C. Left to cherish her memory are her son, V. Allen Campbell and wife Judy of Chesapeake; two grandsons, Jonathan A. Campbell of Fort Eustis and Ryan B. Campbell of Wake Forest, N.C.; a sister, Audrey Lowery of Houston, Texas; as well as a brother- in-law and several sisters- in-law whom she loved dearly. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at Great Bridge Baptist Church. The Rev. Charles L. Moseley will officiate. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 31, in Live Oak Memorial Gardens, Charleston, S.C. The viewing will begin Monday with the family receiving friends from 10 to 11 a.m., one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Great Bridge Baptist Church, 640 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23322. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Chesapeake. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com.


 


 

Joseph A. Zawada

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Joyce Baber

BABER, Joyce W., went to be at home with the Lord on December 24, 2010, after a long struggle with Multiple Sclerosis. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Charles W. Baber; three children, Lynn B. Denicourt, Susan B. Beck and her husband, Stephen and David C. Baber and his wife, Bonnie; six grandchildren, Peter M. Taylor and his wife, Katie Nicole, Sarah B. Fullerton and her husband, Nathan, Rachel B. Chancellor and her husband, Nicholas, Elizabeth R. Beck, Hannah J. Beck and D. Christopher Baber; six great-grandchildren, Hailey Taylor, Alexis Taylor, Susanna Fullerton, Jacob Fullerton, Bruce Fullerton and Ruth Fullerton; and brother, Edward C. Worsham and his wife, Hazel. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 30, at Immanuel Baptist Church, 3601 Monument Ave. Interment will follow in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Central Virginia Chapter, 4200 Innslake Drive, Suite 301, Glen Allen, Va. 23060 or Immanuel Baptist Church Missions Fund.


 


 

Joyce Denslow

Joyce Denslow NORFOLK - Joyce Denslow died in her home Dec. 23, 2010 surrounded by her friends and family. Mrs. Denslow died from complications stemming from pulmonary fibrosis, which she battled for several years. Mrs. Denslow, the daughter of the late Martin Luther and Pearl Gallop Branch, was born in Richmond, Va., Aug. 22, 1930. She graduated from Cathedral High School, Richmond, in 1948, and immediately accepted employment with the General Accounting Office in Washington, D.C. A year later, she returned to Richmond and obtained a position with the State Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. It was also the year she met her future husband, Denny, a sailor from Benton Harbor, Mich. She and Denny were married July 22, 1951 in the First Baptist Church, Elizabeth City, N.C. They established their home in Norfolk and have maintained their residence here since that time. The life of a Navy wife suited Mrs. Denslow perfectly. She enjoyed travel, history, and the traditions, ceremonies, and camaraderie of the Naval service. Two days after signing the contract to purchase their home, Mrs. Denslow's husband received temporary orders to San Diego, and she was not about to pass up the opportunity to sightsee across the United States. Naturally, while in California, she took advantage of the proximity to Mexico and visited there as well. The next opportunity came with a one-year tour of duty at Great Lakes, Ill., which provided the chance to visit many of the mid-western states and the Great Lakes area. After that came tours in New London, Conn., Boston, Charleston, S.C., and Los Angeles, all of which allowed Mrs. Denslow to tour the areas. She and her children moved to Holy Lock, Scotland, when the Navy opened the Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine base there in 1961. While living there, Mrs. Denslow toured Scotland, England, Germany and France. In 1962 she also visited Switzerland, Italy, and France. After her husband retired from the Navy, they continued to pursue their love of travel and history by visiting Russia, Puerto Rico, China, Japan and Hawaii. They also traveled extensively throughout the United States. Although health issues finally ended their travels, Mrs. Denslow had many wonderful memories of all the places she visited, which she particularly loved sharing with her grandchildren. Mrs. Denslow's other passion was swimming, which she did five or six days a week until health problems forced her to quit. Mrs. Denslow is survived by her husband of 59 years, Irving "Denny" Denslow; her son, Keith David and his wife Jane Sears Denslow of Norfolk; a daughter, Barbara Jo Bailey of Bradenton, Fla.; four grandchildren, Taylor Towe Denslow and Dylan Ross Denslow of Norfolk and Shawn Michael Bailey and Austin Paige Gadberry of Bradenton; a sister, Geraldine Schmidt of Chilicothe, Ill.; and several cousins, nephews and nieces. The family would like to express appreciation to Dr. Carlo Silva and his staff for the care, concern and professional assistance provided Mrs. Denslow over the past several years. We would also like to thank the hospice personnel and volunteers who aided Mrs. Denslow over the past few months, including but not limited to Leanne, the Rev. "Deb" Deloris and Ashley. Their assistance was greatly appreciated. The family will meet with friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 818 Norview Ave., Norfolk, VA 23509. Smith and Williams Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. The Rev. Robert Coniglio will conduct graveside service for Mrs. Denslow at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 3, at the family plot in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Labernum Avenue, Richmond. You may pay your condolences at www.smithandwilliamsnorfolk.com.


 


 

Juanita J. HARTMANN

The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec.29, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Juanita's life will follow beginning at 2 p.m. Inurnment will be private.


 


 

Judy Caffey

Judy L. Caffey CHESAPEAKE - Judy Laverne Caffey, 62, entered into eternal rest to be with the Lord Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. She was born May 30, 1948 in Suffolk, to the late Thomas and Doretha Williams and was predeceased by a beloved sister, Geraldine Dabney. She was retired from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard with 32 years of service and a member of Fairway Agape Baptist Church in Portsmouth. Mrs. Caffey is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, George Caffey; two daughters, Vandelyn Hodges (Keith), Valerie Caffey; grandson, Joel Caffey; seven siblings, Leon, Priscilla, Melvin (Stylie), Clem, Michael (Susan), Audrey, Beverly; brother-in-law James Dabney; a host of loving family and friends. Viewing will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at J. T. Fisher Funeral Services, 1080 N. George Washington Hwy., Chesapeake. A life celebration service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at East End Baptist Church, 523 East Washington St., Suffolk. The family has entrusted J. T. Fisher Funeral Services to handle the final care arrangements. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.jtfisherfuneralservices.com.


 


 

Kathryn Elizabeth (Stouffer) Heath

Kathryn Elizabeth (Stouffer) Heath WASHINGTON, D.C. January 21, 1920 - December 14, 2010 Kathryn Elizabeth (Stouffer) Heath died on Dec. 14, 2010, at the age of 90. She had been a resident of the Mountain View area of Bluff City, Tenn., for some 50 years. She is survived by a brother; two children; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Kay was very active in the community and was known for her kindness and generosity. As a registered nurse, she was a volunteer at the Veterans Hospital in Johnson City for more than 30 years. Her husband, Calvin, who died 10 years ago, retired as an executive from Univac in Bristol. Kay was born on Jan. 21, 1920, in Hagerstown, Md., to Earl D. and Ruth G. (Toms) Stouffer. Earl was head of business operations for the Western Maryland Railroad. Kay's formative years were during the Great Depression. She had an incredibly inquisitive mind and adventuresome spirit. She graduated from Hagerstown High school in 1937 and from Washington County Hospital School for Nurses in 1940. On the eve of World War II, Kay was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the


 


 

Kathy Arnold

ARNOLD, Kathy L., 99, of Richmond, passed away December 23, 2010 in Newport News, Va., where she was cared for by her loving and caring daughter-in-law, Gaye Boswell Arnold. She was preceded in death by her son, Herbert "Buddy" Arnold. She is survived by her son, Charles "Chuck" Arnold and his wife, Eleanor; five grandsons and 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Arnold was one of the founders of Arnold's Studio, which in 1939 became well known for baby pictures, restoration of old photographs and passports. She continued to run the business in Carytown until age 89, well after the death of her husband, Charles L. Arnold and his brother, Herb Arnold. The family will receive friends 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, with a 2 p.m. Tuesday funeral service at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Missionary Fund of Immanuel Baptist Church or a charity of your choice.


 


 

Keith O. Clarke

Mr. Keith O. Clarke, of 14114 Farafay Terrace, Chester, died Friday, Dec. 24, at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, Va.


 


 

Kelly Miles, and Rufus Bell Sr. (In Memoriam)

BELL Rufus Bell, Sr. MILES Kelly Jo Miles Merry Christmas Sweet Angels We will miss you so much during the holidays, but we know you will enjoy your Christmas in heaven. Love, Eva Bell and Children


 


 

Kenneth "Kenny" Lagerholm

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Larry Lewis Sr.

Larry T. Lewis Sr. NORFOLK - Larry T. Lewis Sr., 73, of the 8300 block of Mona Ave., was called home Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Street Chapel. 


 


 

Lawrence Jackson

Lawrence Steve "Bumpy" Jackson Lawrence Steve "Bumpy" Jackson, 60, of Bedford, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at his residence. He was born in Riverdale, Md., on March 26, 1950, a son of the late Richard Edward Jackson and Estelle Dickerson Jackson. He is survived by his wife, Arlene Defibaugh Jackson; his children, Steven Jackson and his wife, Rebecca, Hope Jackson and boyfriend, Josh, Lisa Curry and husband, Johnny, Kerri Ann Donn and husband, Michael, Vincent Defibaugh and wife, Krystal, Benjamin Defibaugh and girlfriend, Dana, and son Oscar; grandchildren, Sherri, Brooke, Timothy, Skylar, Tyler, Randal, Michael and Angela; adopted grandchildren, Erin and Payton; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jack and Francis Burton; brothers, Donnie Jackson and Russell Jackson; a sister, Rose Villarial; dear friends, Mattie and Bill Harkey, Edna, and best friends forever, Gary and Mary Ernest; and many nieces and nephews that he loved and never had time to tell them. He was preceded in death by granddaughter, Ashley. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at Burch Messier Walnut Street Chapel, with the Rev. Rick Dellinger officiating. Burial will follow in Virginia Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Dec. 26, 2010, at Burch-Messier Walnut Street Chapel, 1235 Walnut St., Bedford, (540) 586-7360.


 


 

Lewis, Larry

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Larry T. Lewis Sr. NORFOLK - Larry T. Lewis Sr., 73, of the 8300 block of Mona Ave., was called home Sunday, Dec. 19, ..... 


 


 

Lilly, Louise

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Louise L. Lilly NORFOLK - Louise Lewis Lilly, 95, returned to God Dec. 23, 2010. She was born in Conetoe, N.C., to the late ..... 


 


 

Linwood Groves Jr.

Linwood Groves Jr. NORRIDGEWOCK, Maine - Linwood LaForrest "Bud" Groves Jr., 86, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Chesapeake. A native of Skowhegan, Maine, he retired as a pipefitter/pipe coverer supervisor for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church and a U.S. Navy veteran. Survivors include his wife, Velma A. Groves; two daughters, Deborah L. Sleasman and husband William of Chesapeake and Linda L. Horner and husband Jack of Cassville, Mo.; three sons, Harvey L. Groves of Portsmouth, Allan L. Groves of Chesapeake and Richard L. Groves of San Jose, Calif.; a stepdaughter, Valerie Chestnut of Montana; a stepson, the Rev. Glenn Wills of Pennsylvania; five sisters, Betty Kingsbury of Maine, Kathaline LaVigne of Missouri, Cynthia Weeks of Waterville, Maine, Carol Norwood of Elsworth, Maine and Jennaine Paine of Dover, N.H.; a brother, James Groves of Rockland, Maine; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sisters, Mary Bowman and Nellie French; and two brothers, Dana Groves and Daniel Bowman. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, in Temple Baptist Church by Dr. James Rushing and the Rev. Jerry Greco. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. A memorial service will be held in Maine at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Union Mission Ministries. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Lorene Bond

BOND, Lorene Couch, 73, of Richmond, departed this life December 20, 2010. Born to the late Robert Autrey and Cora Harris Couch, she is survived by her husband of 32 years, James R. Bond of Richmond; her twin sister, Irene Couch of Richmond; her sister-in-law, Marjorie S. Couch, wife of the late Thomas A. Couch of Virginia Beach; one niece, Linda Susan Inman of Naples, Fla.; her son and his wife, Robert and Marci Williams of Charleston, S.C.; two nephews, Tommy Couch and his wife, Donna, and daughter, Kendall Couch, Frank Couch and his fiancee, Deborah, and two daughters, Ashley and Courtney Couch, all of Virginia Beach. Lorene was a member of Barton Heights Methodist Church and later Chamberlayne Heights United Methodist Church, where she helped to organize the Care Committee and served on it for 15 years. Lorene was a graduate of the original John Marshall High School and the Pan American Business School; she also attended the Richmond Professional Institute (RPI), majoring in elementary education and interior design. She worked for the C&P Telephone Company for 39 years. Lorene served her community by volunteering at the Richmond Memorial Hospital for 21 years. Remains rest at the Parham Chapel of the Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Road, where the family will receive friends Monday, December 27, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be conducted by the Rev. Livingston Dore at Chamberlayne Heights United Methodist Church, 6100 Chamberlayne Rd., on Tuesday, December 28, at 2 p.m. Graveside services and interment will be held at Antioch United Methodist Church, Thursday, December 30, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chamberlayne Heights UMC or a favorite charity. Online condolences at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com.


 


 

Lou Anne Bell

BELL, Lou Anne, 60, of Colonial Heights, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2010 at Southside Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her father, Roger Kingland. Mrs. Bell retired as a cardiac nurse from Southside Regional Medical Center, and also retired as a nurse from the Dunlop House. She was a member of New Journey Baptist Church in Midlothian, Va. Mrs. Bell is survived by her husband, Kenneth R. Bell Sr.; daughter, Leslie Hodges of California; stepsons, Mike Bell, Ray Bell and Nathan Bell; grandson, Eduardo Robles of California; her mother, Helen Balfe of Minnesota; sisters, Linda Fulton and husband, David, of Iowa, Lisa Chisholm and husband, John and Sheryl Velishek of Minnesota; brother, Leon Kingland; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. December 30, 2010 in Wesley United Methodist Church, 3701 Conduit Road, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834 with the Reverend Deborah Fair officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4 p.m. prior to the service at church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church, in memory of Lou Anne Bell. Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.


 


 

Louise J. Chambliss

Mrs. Louise Johnson Chambliss if 14278 Chambliss Road, Carson, died Friday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. 


 


 

Louise Lilly

Louise L. Lilly NORFOLK - Louise Lewis Lilly, 95, returned to God Dec. 23, 2010. She was born in Conetoe, N.C., to the late Thad and Edith Lewis and was the oldest of eight children, all of whom she survived. She left home at age 17 to support her family after the death of her father and worked at Hofheimer's Shoes for more than 40 years, enjoying many longterm friendships with management, staff and customers. She met her future husband, Rodman when living with her aunt and uncle in Portsmouth while he was visiting family. They were married for 38 years until his death in 1975. She is survived by two sons and their wives, Dr. Edward L. Lilly and Linda of Norfolk and Rodman G. Lilly Jr. and Donna of Henderson, Tenn.; four grandsons, Ned, Todd, Kevin and Brent; and seven great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Eleanor, Ethan, Mason, Lauren, Ashton and Avelyn Louise. She was a Sunday school teacher and Circle leader at Park Place United Methodist Church for 61 years and more recently a member of Larchmont United Methodist Church. She belonged to the Suburban Women's Club, Town and Gown and several bridge groups. The family would like to thank her friends, the residents and staff of Harbor's Edge for their many kindnesses. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, in Larchmont United Methodist Church by the Rev. Scott Rimer and the Rev. Sarah Wastella. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. A visitation with family and friends will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Monday at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Larchmont United Methodist Church, the Resident's Fund at Harbor's Edge, or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made through www.hdoliver. com.


 


 

Louise Webb King

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Lucy B. MATTHEW

Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. 


 


 

Lynwood Fulton

Lynwood D. Fulton VIRGINIA BEACH - Lynwood "Doug" Douglas Fulton, 72, died Dec. 20, 2010 in a local hospital. He was born in Bedford, Va., and was the son of Ruth Overstreet Fulton of Bean Station, Tenn., and the late Thurman L. Fulton. Doug was preceded in death by his wife, Mabel Fulton. He was retired from the U.S. Navy as a chief petty officer and civil service, and was a member of Charity United Methodist Church. Besides his mother, Doug is survived by a sister, Donna M. Seal and husband Don of Bean Station; a brother, George L. Fulton and wife Sandra of Vacaville, Calif.; one niece; and two nephews. Viewing and visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at Charity United Methodist Church. A graveside service with military honors will immediately follow at 2 p.m. in Charity Cemetery by the Rev. Walter Whitehurst. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Magdalene Armstrong Booker

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Maggie and Mitchell Adkins (In Memoriam)

Adkins, our mother and father. Maggie 2004, Mitchell 1971. Remembering you today and always. Love you forever. Daughter Elnora, Margaret and Grandchildren.


 


 

Margaret Baldock

BALDOCK, Margaret Monroe, 84, of Lynchburg, died Thursday, December 23, 2010 in Richmond. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, John Wesley Baldock. She was born in Rustburg on October 14, 1926. She was a daughter of the late Bunyan Monroe and Lois Pearl Finch Monroe. She was a retired secretary from Chesterfield County after 17 years of service and was a member of Indian Hill United Methodist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Barbara B. Alston and her husband, Robert and Margaret B. Armistead and her husband, Calvin, all of Chesterfield and Julia B. Timberlake and her husband, Parker, of Powatan; one sister, Virginia Belmont of Daytona Beach, Fla.; two brothers, Warren "Sonny" Monroe and Marvin "Pete" Monroe, both of Rustburg; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews and many dear friends and extended family. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at Indian Hill United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ron Litton officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Indian Hill United Methodist Church or the Concord Rescue Squad. To send condolences to the family online, please visit whittenfuneralhome.com. Whitten Timberlake Chapel, 7404 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, 434-239-0331 is serving the Baldock family.


 


 

Margaret Elizabeth Kinnard McLaughlin

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Margaret Ellen Foster

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Margaret Foster

Margaret Ellen Foster SUFFOLK - Margaret Ellen Foster, 84, passed away Dec. 24, 2010. She was born in East Prairie, Mo. She was the daughter of the late Alma Chunn and Henry Sweet. Margaret retired as a real estate office manager. She was a member of the Celebration Christian Church and it's Life Group. Margaret is survived by her husband of 63 years, George Marion Foster; daughters, Belinda J. Adkins of Kennett Square, Pa., and Alice C. Worthington of Suffolk; son, Steven L. Foster of Amelia, Va.; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and sisters, Aletha Heil and Martha Johnson. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at Parr Funeral Home and Crematory with the Rev. Dan Knust officiating. Burial will be in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veteran's Cemetery. Friends may join the family Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and other times at the residence. Memorial donations may be made to Celebration Christian Church, P.O. Box 2417, Suffolk, VA 23439 . Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Mary Anderson (In Memoriam)

Mary E. Anderson (Smithers) 7-27-25 to 12-23-09 In loving memory of our beloved sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, who departed this life one year ago. We love and miss you - Sheila 


 


 

Mary J. KENT

BATTERY PARK - Mary Jo Kent, 84, passed away Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. 


 


 

Mary Jane Mumpower

Mary Jane Mumpower BRISTOL, Tenn. Funeral services for Mary Jane Mumpower will be held on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Michael Booker officiating. Honorary pallbearers include Eric Little, Jim Davis, Shawn Bowman, Chris Mumpower, Kenny Bowman, and Doug Davis. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-3:45 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Covenant Fellowship Church, Impact International, or Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

Mary Preston Crewey Snyder

Mary Preston Crewey Snyder RURAL RETREAT, Va. Mary Preston Crewey Snyder, age 84, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, in Wythe County Community Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Robert Ray and Mazie Pearl Burchett Crewey. She was a loving and devoted mother. Her main interests were fashion and fitness. She was a cosmetician at Vandervort's Department Store in St. Louis. For the past 10 years, she had lived in this area near her sisters. She is survived by two sons, Douglas Stamper of Hampton, N,H., and Leslie Snyder of Rural Retreat; one daughter, Karen Mizerany of Belview, Ill.; three sisters, Louise Horne of Rural Retreat, Kathleen Vaught of Shoshone, Idaho, and Ruth Alley of Abingdon, Va.; two granddaughters, Karen Mizerany Tapper and Mary Beth Mizerany; two great-grandchildren, Eaden and Ellias also survive. The family will receive friends Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the, , 208 Sunset Drive, Suite 113, Johnston City, Tennessee 37604 or to the American Red Cross, 214 West Main Street, No. E, Marion, Virginia 24354. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at


 


 

Mathew R. Turner 

Dec 26, 2010 Mathew Ryan Turner, 24, of 211 Egg Farm Road, Patrick Springs, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, at Pioneer Community Hospital in Stuart. He was born in Anchorage, Alaska, on Sept. 8, 1986, to Richard Leonard "Len" Turner and Suzanne Mays Turner, of the home. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Richard Nesco "Papa" Turner. He attended Patrick Henry Community College. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Collinsville and the Piedmont Coin Club. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are his sister, Carri Turner of the home; maternal grandparents, Bill and Temple Mays of Collinsville; and paternal grandparents, Judy and Kenneth Barbour of Patrick Springs. A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Collinsville with the Revs. Larry Cheek and Glen Voss officiating. The family will receive friends after the service at the church and other times at their home and at the home of Bill and Temple Mays, 113 Woodshire Road, Collinsville. Memorials may be made to MDA, 4502 Starkey Road, Roanoke, Va. 24014 or to First Baptist Church of Collinsville, 3339 Virginia Ave., Collinsville, Va. 24078. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett is handling the arrangements.


 


 

Matteo Gambardella Jr.

Matteo Gambardella Jr. NORFOLK - Mr. Matteo "Gambo" Gambardella Jr., 84, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. He was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church of Norfolk. Pop is survived by his three sons and daughters-in-law, Mark Gambardella and Cheryl of Richmond, Va., Mike Gambardella and Kay of Suffolk and Chris Gambardella and Kim of Virginia Beach. He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Eric Gambardella, Crystal Gambardella, Jessica Gambardella, Brittany Gambardella; and two stepgrandchildren, Jennifer Dumlao and Bryan Woolridge. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary P. Gambardella; his parents, Josephine and Matteo Gambardella; sisters, Mary Storino and Rose Cogliandro; and brothers, Joseph, Danny and Herbert Gambardella. He was born in Portsmouth Jan. 30, 1926 and resided in Norfolk since 1952. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, having served in the Pacific on LST 624 and participated in three invasions. Gambo retired from the Naval Air Rework Facility in Norfolk with 31 years of service. A graveside service will be held at noon Tuesday, Dec. 28, at Holly Lawn Cemetery with Father Piotr Bialkowski officiating. Visitation will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at Parr Funeral Home, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 35010, Richmond, VA 23235. Special thanks to the staff at Lake Wright Radiation Oncology Group. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Melvin James Jr.

Mr. Melvin James,Jr., 73, of 2405 Waverly St., Hopewell, departed this life on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010, at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell. A native of Prince George County, he was born to the late Melvin Sr. and Easter James on Feb. 27, 1937., Mr. James confessed Christ at an early age at Harrison Grove Baptist Church in Prince George., In addition to his parents, Mr. James was preceded in death by his sisters, Katherine Bracey, Violet Steel and Lizzie Coleman., He is survived by: six children, Melvin III (Felicia), Cheryl (Rick), Steven (Ann Marie), Sonja (Erik), Shanita and Christy; two brothers, Harold (Bessie), Berkley James; two sisters, Alice Banes and Pearl Williams of Bronx, N.Y.; one aunt, Laura Taylor; three generations of grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at the Chapel of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell; the Rev. Dr. Steven L. James, associate minister of First Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Hinesville, Ga. The family will receive friends at the Chapel from 4 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010. On the day of the service, the family is asked to assemble at the daughter's home, 1512 West Lane, Petersburg, at 10 a.m. The family may be contacted at 804-863-4893, 804-712-7052 and 804-334-7397., Services entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. Condolences may be sent to


 


 

Michael Stephen McCollum

Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home and Crematory, Gloucester Point. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Mildred M. HAWKINS

WILLIAMSBURG - Mildred M. Hawkins, 95, Born in Pellston, Mich., on Dec. 23, 1915, one of 10 children, passed away on Dec. 24, 2010, at Consulate Health Care of Williamsburg.


 


 

Mildred Ross 

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Mildred Webster

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Millan, Georgette

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Georgette S. Millan NORFOLK - Georgette Saad Millan, 90, went to be with her Lord and reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years ..... 


 


 

Monette Elaine Jana

Monette Elaine Toussaint Jana, Monette Elaine Toussaint Jana, 103 years young, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2010, at The Colonnades, residence where she has resided since 2004., Prior to her move to Charlottesville in 1997, she lived independently in Madison, Wisconsin, where she was an enthusiastic Green Bay Packers and University of Wisconsin Badgers fan. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star., Monette was born on August 24, 1907, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and moved to Madison at a young age. She graduated from East High School in 1925. She will always be remembered for her very social personality, her handy crochet work, and her delicious baked goods which she shared with her family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Abraham and Emma Toussaint; a brother, Ray; a daughter, Joyce Deily; and her favorite canine companions, Gigi and Bessie., Survivors include her son-in-law, Gerard Deily of Charlottesville, Virginia; and her four grandchildren, Barbara, Robert and Mary Ellen, Katherine, and Charles and Deborah; as well as six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her beloved "family across the street" in Madison, Ann Marie and Jim Zagzebski, and their children, Kathy and Lynn, as well as her god-daughter, Shirley Storkson. Her loved ones are forever grateful to the wonderful staff at The Colonnades and Branchlands for their compassionate care of Monette., A memorial service to celebrate Monette's life will be held at The Colonnades, 2600 Barracks Road, Charlottesville, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to a charity of your choice as Monette gave generously to many charities.


 


 

Morris, Bryan Keith

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

B. Keith Morris CHESAPEAKE - Bryan Keith Morris, 49, passed away suddenly Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Born in Portsmouth, he was the son of .....


 


 

Nancy Barnes

Nancy H. Barnes VIRGINIA BEACH - Nancy H. Barnes died Dec. 22, 2010. She was born Nov. 8, 1947 and retired from The Virginian- Pilot. She is survived by one son, Rayce Lee Riggs; granddaughters, Echo Riggs and Haley Bisese; sisters, Anita Swoope, Nell Gray and Shirley Krueger; one brother, Medley Clark; and a host of nieces and nephews. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.


 


 

Nishimura, Alexander

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Alexander Nishimura VIRGINIA BEACH - Alexander Nishimura, 47, passed away Dec. 21, 2010 after a long, courageous struggle with kidney failure and hemolytic anemia. ..... 


 


 

O'Donnell, Jack

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Jack A. O'Donnell PORTSMOUTH - Jack Arthur O'Donnell, 79, of Cypress Road, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010 in Portsmouth Naval Hospital. A native of ..... 


 


 

Oscar F. Huff 

Dec 26, 2010 The funeral for Oscar Franklin Huff, 72, of Stuart, who died Dec. 21, 2010, was held Friday at Bassett Funeral Service. Bishop Dwayne Pruitt officiated. Burial was in the Turner family cemetery. Pallbearers were Bobby Huff, Howard Huff, Melvin Huff, Gary Moore, David Whisnant and Harry Lee Whorley.


 


 

PAUL BARGAMIN (In Memoriam)

BARGAMIN - Paul Nelson We still love you and miss you. Mother and Dad


 


 

Palmore Ferrell

Col. Palmore Amonette Ferrell Col. Palmore Amonette Ferrell (U.S. Army-retired), 92, of Lynchburg, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010, at The Carrington after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Doris Greenwalt Ferrell. Born June 26, 1918, in Amherst County, he was a son of the late Robert Stokes Ferrell Sr. and Janet Palmore Amonette. A graduate of E. C. Glass High School, he earned a bachelor's degree from Virginia Polytechnical Institute and a Master of Science degree from Arizona State in 1961. Col. Ferrell entered active service with the United States Army in 1941. During WWII, he served over three years in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater and is a veteran of the Guadalcanal, Bismark Archipelago, North Solomons, New Guinea and Leyte campaigns. He also served in the Korean War, where he received the Bronze Star Medal. He retired from the American Red Cross, where he served as the executive director for 28 years. He was a longtime member of Court Street United Methodist Church and was active in the Rotary and Elks Clubs, the Retired Officers Association and the Military Order of the World Wars. He was a hard worker and especially loved working on his farm in Appomattox, known as Cedarwood. He is survived by two sons, Robert Frank Ferrell and Michael Lindsey Ferrell, of Lynchburg; a daughter, Peggy Jeanne Ferrell, of Seward, Alaska; five grandchildren, Bryan Robert Ferrell and his wife, Erin, Kevin Sims Ferrell, and Justin Arthur Ferrell and his wife, Christina, all of Lynchburg, as well as Jason Charles Long and Christina Marckesano, of Seward, Alaska; and five great-grandchildren, Hayden and Julia Ferrell, Kai Caldwell, Alyssa and Daniel Marckesano. He is also survived by a brother, William P. Ferrell, and his wife, Toni, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Doris, who affectionately called him "P-Willie," he was also preceded in death by two sons, Palmore Amonette Ferrell Jr. and Richard Ward Ferrell, and a brother, Robert S. Ferrell. A graveside service with military honors by the Lynchburg American Legion will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, in Springhill Cemetery, officiated by the Rev. Doug Pillow. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Diuguid Wiggington Road Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Court Street United Methodist Church, 621 Court St., Lynchburg, VA 24504; The American Red Cross, 1007 Sheffield Dr., Lynchburg, VA 24502; or a charity of your choice. The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to the staff of Gentle Shepherd Hospice and the staff of the Carrington for the care and compassion shown to Col. Ferrell during his illness. Diuguid Funeral Service, Wiggington Road Chapel, (434) 385-8900, is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent at www.diuguidfuneral service.com.


 


 

Paul F. Russell Jr.

Paul F. Russell Jr. JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. Mr. Paul F. Russell Jr., age 80, passed away Thursday, Dec.23, 2010 at his resi dence. Mr. Russell was a native of Washington County and son of the late Paul and Minnie Adams Russell Sr. In addition to his parents, Mr. Russell was also preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Russell. Mr. Russell was a U.S., veteran. He retired as a senior electrical engineer at Univac. Mr. Russell attended First Baptist Church of Jonesborough. Survivors include his wife, Joan Taylor Russell, Jonesborough; two daughters, Pamela Murray and husband Robert "Bob" and Patricia Hyder, all of Jonesborough; one son, David Paul Russell and wife, Cheryl, Blountville, Tenn.; eight grandchildren, Bill Wright (Stacey), Ben Wright (Ginger), Adrienne Russell, Bethany Russell, David Paul Russell Jr., Victoria Russell, John Robert Hyder, and Sarah Hyder; four great-grandchildren, Corbin Wright, Kayla Wright, Colin Wright and Peyton Hyder; one brother, Freddie L. Russell, Gray, Tenn.; and one sister, Virginia Mosier (Jack) Gray. Funeral services will be conducted 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with the Rev. Joel Cook officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 prior to the service. Interment services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Russell, Leroy Russell, Russ Mosier, Jack Mosier, Bob Murray and Eugene Russell. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Sue Prill, Dr. T.C. Greene, Dr. Matthew Wood and Dr. Matthew Beasey for their wonderful care. Condolences may be sent to the Russell family online at


 


 

Pearl Dimple Nelson

Lynch Nelson, Pearl Dimple Lynch Nelson, 85, of Concord, returned to her Creator and Savior on Sunday, December 19, 2010, at her residence. She was the loving wife of the late Robert Carlton Nelson., A Celebration of Dimple's Life will be conducted 5 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at Thomas Terrace Baptist Church by Pastor Mark Grooms and the Reverend Thomas Dill Sr., with a reception following the service., The family will receive relatives and friends from 3 p.m. until service time at the church., A graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens in Charlottesville, by the Reverend Ray Deese and Pastor Clay Marsh., Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg, 434- 239-2405, is assisting her family.


 


 

Pearl Nelson

Pearl Dimple Lynch Nelson Pearl Dimple Lynch Nelson, 85, of Concord, returned to her Creator and Savior Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, at her residence. She was the loving wife of the late Robert Carlton Nelson for 54 years. Born May 13, 1925, in Heards, she was a daughter of the late Ashby Clinton Lynch and Pearl Esther Wells Lynch. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by six brothers, Spurgeon, Herman, Paige, Manfred, Ronald and Donald Lynch; three sisters, Hazel Lynch Wine, Ruth Mae Lynch and Mildred Lynch Gibson; a granddaughter, Karen Tierney; and three sons-in-law, Isaiah Jackson, Walt Tierney and Donn Jennings. Dimple was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was retired from retail sales, a member of Good Shepherd Church of The Nazarene in Stuarts Draft, and attended Thomas Terrace Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Patricia Nelson Horelick and husband, Allan, of Marietta, Ga., Rhonda Nelson Jennings, of Concord, Phillip Clinton Nelson, of Rockport, Texas, and Mariah Nelson Stittsworth and husband, David, of Odessa, Texas; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Tierney, Hunter Tierney, Pam Boyce, Andy Jennings and wife, Julie, Denise Stanley, Michelle Nelson, Rhonda McGiffin and husband, Lonnie, Carla Jackson, and Nicole Del Rosario and husband, Chris; 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; a sister, Erma Lynch Oliver, of Silver Spring, Md.; three special sisters-in-law, Clarine Brown, of Connecticut, Judy Lynch and Wilma Lynch, of Charlottesville; her special cousin, Mary Carver Hensley, of North Garden; and many loving nieces, nephews and close friends too many to mention. The family would like to give many thanks to Appomattox Health and Rehab and Hospice of Virginia for their loving care and support. A celebration of Dimple's life will be conducted at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Thomas Terrace Baptist Church by Pastor Mark Grooms and the Rev. Thomas Dill Sr., with a reception following the service. The family will receive relatives and friends from 3 p.m. until service time at the church. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, at Holly Memorial Gardens in Charlottesville by the Rev. Ray Deese and Pastor Clay Marsh. It was Dimple's request that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to South Asia Parnerships, P.O. Box 12144, Roanoke, VA 24023, HOCI, 421 Little Cub Rd., Appomattox, VA 24522; or Gleaning for The World, Attn: Donor Relations, P.O. Box 645, Concord, VA 24538, to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ across continents. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, (434) 239-2405, is assisting her family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritage funeralandcremation.com.


 


 

Peggy L. BAZEMORE

Viewing will be held from noon until the wake service from 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th St. Newport News, VA 23607. A homegoing service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at Ivy Baptist Church, 50 Maple Ave, Newport News, Va., the Rev. Kevin G. Swann, Pastor. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family at


 


 

Phipps, Melodie

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Melodie A. Phipps NORFOLK- Melodie Appenzeller Phipps, 89, died Dec. 22, 2010 at Harbour Pointe Medical and Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of .....


 


 

Ray Mullins

The Reverend Ray Mullins, 68, of Madison, died on Thursday, December 23, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was born on July 24, 1942, in Pound, Virginia, the son of the late Mildred Mullins and Estelle Perry Mullins. He was also preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Tierra Raine Mullins-Vasquez., Pastor Mullins was a founder of three churches, Stevens Chapel in Wise, Virginia, Calvary Freewill Baptist Church on Shelby Road in Madison and Victory Freewill Baptist Church in Madison, where he was serving., He is survived by his wife, Linda G. Mullins of Madison; two children, Greg Mullins and Pam Ryder; a sister, Betty Prater of Kent, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Michelle, Angie, Jason, Daryl, Dustin, Jeremy, Candy and Amanda; and thirteen great-grandchildren., Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010, at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison with interment at Madison Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Pratts. The Reverend Jim Hopson and the Reverend Ellis Mullins will officiate., The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, December 26, 2010, at the funeral home., Memorial contributions may be made to the Victory Freewill Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1303, Madison, VA 22727.


 


 

Rev. Ray Mullins

The Reverend, Ray Mullins The Rev. Ray Mullins, age 68, of Madison died Thursday, December 23, 2010 in the University of Virginia Hospital., He was born July 24, 1942 in Pound, Va. and was the son of the late Mildred Mullins and Estelle Perry Mullins. He was also preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Tierra Raine Mullins-Vasquez. Pastor Mullins was a founder of three churches, Stevens Chapel in Wise, Va., Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, Shelby Road in Madison and Victory Freewill Baptist Church in Madison where he was serving., He is survived by his wife, Linda G. Mullins of Madison; two children, Greg Mullins and Pam Ryder; a sister, Betty Prater of Kent, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Michelle, Angie, Jason, Daryl, Dustin, Jeremy, Candy and Amanda; and thirteen great-grandchildren., Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2010 at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison with interment in Madison Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Pratts. Rev. Jim Hopson and Rev. Ellis Mullins will officiate. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home., Memorial contributions may be made to the Victory Freewill Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1303, Madison, VA 22727. Arrangements by Preddy Funeral Home of Madison.


 


 

Richard Bell (In Memoriam)

BELL - Richard "Billy" 04-27-29 - 12-26-09 We thought of you today, but that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence and often speak your name. But "thank You" for the memories that in our hearts remain. Love Ellen, Children & Grandchildren


 


 

Richard J. Marouse

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Riddick, Alfred

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM

Alfred M. Riddick NORFOLK - Alfred Moore "Shoat" Riddick, 92, of the 1200 block of Manchester Ave., died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010 in Sentara ..... 


 


 

Roberta Fields

Roberta A. Fields POPLAR BRANCH - Roberta A. Fields, 62, of the 6100 block of Caratoke Hwy., died Dec. 23, 2010. She was born in Watertown, N.Y., and was the daughter of the late Robert and Alice Fields. Roberta is survived by two sons, Terry Dangerfield of Maine and Danny Dangerfield of North Carolina; two granddaughters, Danielle Dangerfield of Virginia Beach and Madison Dangerfield of Suffolk; one grandson, Dylon Dangerfield of Maine; a sister, Joyce Fields of New York; a brother, Jim Fields and wife Mary of New York; and best friend, Patty Tanner of Florida. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010 at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel. Burial in Evansville, N.Y., will be at a later date. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


 


 

Robertson, Robert J.

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Robert J. Robertson Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert John "Bobby" Robertson Jr., M.D., died Dec. 22, 2010 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, where ..... 


 


 

Roland F. EMERSON

GLOUCESTER POINT - Roland Franklin "Little Scoot" Emerson, 63, died Nov. 20, 2010. 


 


 

Ronnie J. Wyatt 

Dec 26, 2010 Road, Axton, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at his home. Community Funeral Services in Ridgeway is in charge of arrangements. 


 


 

Roscoe Lilburn Sharpe

Roscoe Lilburn Sharpe BRISTOL, Tenn. Roscoe Lilburn Sharpe, age 73, passed away on Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at NHC in Bristol Virginia. He was born in Wytheville, Va., a son to the late Emmett and Ida Smelser Sharpe. Roscoe was a 1957 graduate of Tennessee High School. He was a retired truck driver with Mason Dixon Trucking and was a member of the King Masonic Lodge No. 461, a Scottish Rite Mason, a member of the Jericho Shrine Temple, and the Teamsters Union No. 549. Roscoe loved his wife, June Eileen (Booher) Sharpe more than life itself. They were soul mates for over 51 years together. He also cherished his three children, David Lee Sharpe and wife, Teresa, Lilburn Mitchell (Mickey) Sharpe, and Donna Sharpe Hammett and husband, David. But most of all, he thought that nothing was better than his three grandkids, Daniel Sharpe, Kyle Sharpe, and Mallory Hammett. Additional survivors are his brother, Garland Leon Sharpe; and many wonderful nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Everyone knew Roscoe had an opinion for everything. They will remember him through all the creative tales he told, his big smile, and most of all his kind heart. He will be missed by all in the community that he loved! Funeral services will be held on Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Noah Stout officiating. Masonic services by the King Masonic Lodge will follow the funeral service. Interment will follow with a private gathering for immediate family only at Glenwood Cemetery Pallbearers include: Danny Sharp, Doug Greer, Donnie Sharp, Eddie Fritts, Daryl (Tator) Sharp, Bill Jack Groseclose. Honorary pallbearers include: Richard Shumaker, Carl Jackson, Donald Wade, Vaughn Boles, Dr. David Thompson, Dr. Douglas Williams, Michael Johnston, Chip Deckard, Glenn Johnson, and Josh Kite. The family will receive friends on Monday from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at


 


 

Rose M. POPERNACK

HAMPTON - Rose Marie Popernack, widow of Thomas G. Popernack, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. 


 


 

Ruby Clarke

Ruby Magann Clarke Ruby Magann Clarke, devoted mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, born May 16, 1919, died peacefully Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. Ruby is survived by two sons, James Thomas Clarke Jr. and his wife, Johnnie Stephens Clarke, of Richmond, and Stephen Magann Clarke and his wife, Carol Farmer Clarke, of Charlottesville; three daughters, Sarah Clarke Midkiff and her husband, Henry Kyle Midkiff Jr., of Covington, Gayle Clarke Stephens and her husband, Scott Stephens, of Wilmington, N.C., and Patricia Clarke Garner and her husband, Thomas Arthur Garner, of Lynchburg; 11 grandchildren, Stephen M. Clarke Jr. and his wife, Shana Brooks Clarke, of Pelham, N.Y., Ashley Clarke Brooks and her husband, Tyler Brooks, of Charlottesville, Henry Kyle Midkiff III and his wife, Nathalie, of Greenbay, Karen Stewart Midkiff and her husband, Jason Quinn, of Boise, Idaho; Amy Clarke Higgins and her husband, Chad, of Cleveland, Tenn., Sarah Catherine Clarke, of Richmond, Lauren Gregory Ranson and her husband, Patrick, of Wilmington, N.C., Christyanna Stephens Durand and her husband, Matthew, of Wilmington, N.C., James Gregory Garner and his wife, Ashton, of Lynchburg, Daniel Lewis Garner, of Lynchburg, and Ross Lee Garner, of Lynchburg; and 12 great- grandchildren. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Clarke, her parents, Aubrey Wellington Magann and Virdie Maupin Magann, and her brother, Aubrey Wellington Magann Jr. An avid gardener and a lover of University of Virginia athletics, Ruby will be remembered best for her kind, loving and generous ways, and her incredible devotion and attention to her family. As the matriarch for a large family, she was a remarkable and talented grandmother. A natural athlete, she played basketball during her years at Lane High School. Her easy-going personality and graciousness have left positive impressions and memories for all who knew her and loved her. The family wishes to express a special thank you to the staff at Avante of Lynchburg for their care and attention to Ruby over the last few months. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at Teague Funeral Home, Charlottesville. A service to celebrate the life of Ruby Magann Clarke will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Teague Funeral Home, with a family graveside service to follow at Riverview Cemetery. A reception for family and close friends will follow at the home of Stephen and Carol Clarke. Ruby loved flowers and her church, Wesley Memorial United Memorial Church, 1901 Thomson Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Either flowers or donations to the church will be appreciated.


 


 

Ruby Magann Clarke

Ruby Magann Clarke, devoted mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, born on May 16, 1919, died peacefully on Thursday, December 23, 2010., Ruby is survived by two sons, James Thomas Clarke Jr. and his wife, Johnnie Stephens Clarke, of Richmond and Stephen Magann Clarke and his wife, Carol Farmer Clarke, of Charlottesville; three daughters, Sarah Clarke Midkiff and her husband, Henry Kyle Midkiff Jr., of Covington, Virginia, Gayle Clarke Stephens and her husband, Scott Stephens, of Wilmington, North Carolina, and Patricia Clarke Garner and her husband, Thomas Arthur Garner, of Lynchburg, Virginia; eleven grandchildren, Stephen M. Clarke Jr. and his wife, Shana Brooks Clarke, of Pelham, New York, Ashley Clarke Brooks and her husband, Tyler Brooks, of Charlottesville, Henry Kyle Midkiff III and his wife, Nathalie, of Greenbay, Virginia, Karen Stewart Midkiff and her husband, Jason Quinn, of Boise, Idaho, Amy Clarke Higgins and her husband, Chad, of Cleveland, Tennessee, Sarah Catherine Clarke of Richmond, Virginia, Lauren Gregory Ranson and her husband, Patrick, of Wilmington, North Carolina, Christyanna Stephens Durand and her husband, Matthew, of Wilmington, North Carolina, James Gregory Garner and his wife, Ashton, of Lynchburg, Virginia; Daniel Lewis Garner of Lynchburg, Virginia, and Ross Lee Garner of Lynchburg; and twelve great-grandchildren., Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Clarke; by her parents, Aubrey Wellington Magann and Virdie Maupin Magann; and by her brother, Aubrey Wellington Magann Jr., An avid gardener and a lover of University of Virginia athletics, Ruby will be remembered best for her kind, loving and generous ways, and her incredible devotion and attention to her family. As the matriarch for a large family, she was a remarkable and talented grandmother. A natural athlete, she played basketball during her years at Lane High School. Her easy going personality and graciousness have left positive impressions and memories for all who knew her and loved her., The family wishes to express a special thank you to the staff at Avante of Lynchburg for their care and attention to Ruby over the last few months., Visitation will be from 7 until 8 p.m. Monday December 27, 2010, at Teague Funeral Home., A service to celebrate the life of Ruby Magann Clarke will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at Teague Funeral Home, with a family graveside service to follow at Riverview Cemetery. A reception for family and close friends will follow at the home of Stephen and Carol Clarke., Ruby loved flowers and her church, Wesley Memorial United Memorial Church, 1901 Thomson Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Either flowers or donations to the church will be appreciated.


 


 

Russell Adkins Sr. (In Memoriam)

RUSSELL ADKINS SR It doesn't take a special day To bring you to my mind, For days without a thought of you are very hard to find. RIP & Merry Christmas DaddyRuss We Miss you! Love, your wife, kids & grandkids 


 


 

Ruth B. Kates

Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth B. Kates, formerly of 1116 St. James St., Petersburg, who died on Friday morning at Appomattox on the River Nursing Home, Hopewell, will be conducted Thursday at noon from the Bethesda Bibleway Church, 459 Harding St., Petersburg. Bishop Willie L. Balthrop. pastor, officiating. The eulogy will be delivered by Elder E.E. Warren. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The remains will rest at the church at 10:45 a.m. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at 453 Graham Road, Petersburg, at 11 a.m. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.


 


 

Ruth G. ROUSE

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Foundation for Cancer Research, 4600 East West Highway, Suite 525, Bethesda, MD 20814. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.


 


 

Ruth L. Fleming

Mrs. Ruth L. Fleming was the second of two children born to the late William and Mary D. Lewis, in Richmond, Va., on Dec. 11, 1923., She is predeceased by her brother, Mason L. Lewis., She resided in Ettrick, for more than 44 years and departed this life on Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at the Colonial Heights Health Care Center., She was raised in the Fulton community of Richmond, and educated in the Richmond Public Schools, graduating from Armstrong High School in 1941. At an early age, she joined Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and was active in various youth organizations. In 1948, she married Bruce E. Fleming, and this blessed union lasted until his passing in 2007., She was a faithful member of the Historic Gillfield Baptist Church for more than 56 years and actively participated in many activities. During its initial years, in 1968, she accepted the pastor's request to serve as the interim director and then a teacher of the newly opened Gillfield Baptist Church Day Care Center. She was also actively involved in other church ministries including the Parish Club, Day Care Board, Women's Fellowship, Women's Usher Board and Youth Usher Board coordinator. Her community and civic activities included Life member NAACP, Annual Heart Fund Drive, Mary Carter Beacon House (Hall of Fame Honoree and Board member), Friends of the Ettrick-Matoaca Library (member and the first volunteer to serve at the library), CAPAAMMD (Civic and Progressive Action Association of the Matoaca Magisterial District), and the College Park Neighborhood Watch Association., Prior to establishing a home in Ettrick, Va., Ruth and Bruce and their children resided in Raleigh, N.C.; Blackstone and Petersburg, Va. From 1963-65, Ruth, Bruce and their children had a once in a lifetime experience to live in Nigeria, West Africa, for two years. While living in Nigeria, the family traveled extensively throughout Nigeria and the surrounding West African countries. Also while overseas, Ruth and her family traveled to various countries in Western Europe. Additionally, Ruth and her husband had the opportunity to travel to Egypt, and several Asian countries, as well as many USA locations., Her life was a true testament of her favorite scripture, Psalm 19:14 "Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord my strength and my redeemer." All who were blessed to be in her presence, described her as a sweet, quiet and loving person. She was blessed to live a life enjoying her family, church and friends, and her hobbies, and was especially fond of time spent with her grandchildren., The family wishes to acknowledge all of the staff at the Colonial Heights Health Care Center, especially the dedicated nursing leadership, nurses, and CNAs working on the James Madison wing and the Activity Department staff., Left to cherish her treasured memories are four children: Jacqueline, Bruce Jr., Shelia and Gregory; two daughters-in-law, Cheryl and Janet; seven grandchildren, Nicole, Justin, Jasmine, Brandon, Jared, Bradford and Cameron; nephew Mason Lewis Jr. (Jeanette); three sisters-in-law, Juanita F. Nash, Estelle F. Braxton-Davis and Doris T. Fleming; one devoted cousin, Rosetta Smothers; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends., Mary Carter Beacon House in Petersburg., On Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, family visitation will be held at 11 a.m., with the Homegoing Service to follow at noon, all at Gillfield Baptist Church, 209 Perry St., Petersburg. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, Chester., The family asks that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in Mrs. Fleming's name to the Gillfield Baptist Church Parish Club or the Mary Carter Beacon House in Petersburg., Arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be sent to


 


 

SALLY ASKEW (In Memoriam)

ASKEW - In loving memory of my darling wife, Sally L. Ford Askew, who passed away 10/23/06. Little we knew that day God was going to call your name. In life we loved you, darling, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. A part of us went with you the day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories. Your love is still our guide. Although we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again. I love you, darling, with all my heart. Your husband, Angus and all the family


 


 

SHERRY BOWLES (In Memoriam)

BOWLES - In loving memory of our daughter, Sherry A. Bowles. Merry Christmas. Love Always, Mom & Dad 


 


 

Shirley Ann Ferguson

Shirley Ann Ferguson CHILHOWIE, Va. Shirley Ann Ferguson, 72, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, at her residence. She was born in Williamson, W.Va., July 19, 1939 to the late Edward and Mae Rabara. She had retired from the Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute and Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory as a registered nurse. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Blair Ferguson. Survivors include her husband, John Leonard of the home; a daughter, Donnia Lynn Eller and husband, Denny, of Taylorsville; four sisters, Julia Guthrie of Texas, Carol Graham of Marion, Va., Kathy Worley of Chilhowie, and Jerry Rabara of Marion; two brothers, Allen Rabara of Chilhowie, and Robert Rabara of New York; a granddaughter, Lauren Michelle Barnes of Taylorsville. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at 4 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home Chapel in Taylorsville. Keith Nelson will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. A graveside service will be conducted on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Cemetery in Chilhowie. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at


 


 

Siviter, Eva

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Eva L. Siviter VIRGINIA BEACH - Eva Louise Siviter passed away Dec. 22, 2010 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Virginia Beach. She ..... 


 


 

Teddy Douglas Blankenship

Teddy Douglas Blankenship HONAKER, Va. Funeral services for Teddy Douglas Blankenship will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with the Rev. J.C. Steele officiating. Interment will follow in the Frank Smith Cemetery on Big A Mountain, Va., with the Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Pallbearers will be Jeff McCracken, Chuck Price, Tim Fields, Jim Lockhart, Mike Ryan, and Frazier Snead. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday. Mr. Teddy Douglas Blankenship, age 62, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010, at his home. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Theodore Bland

Theodore Bland, age 52, of 7017 Claiborne Road, Sutherland, died Friday evening at his residence as the result of a house fire. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.


 


 

Theresa Cochran

Theresa Lynn Cochran VIRGINIA BEACH - Theresa Lynn Cochran, 40, died Dec. 19, 2010 due to medical complications at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. Born March 7, 1970 in Birmingham, Ala., she was the daughter of John L. and Esther C. Cochran. She is survived by brothers, John M. and Patrick S. Cochran; nephews, John R. and Christopher T. Cochran; and niece, Gabrielle E. Cochran; sisters-in-law, Wendy M. and Lori Cochran. The family wishes to express their gratitude to all those who shared their life with her and cared for her. She had a passion for music especially 1980s hair bands, but was especially devoted to Kiss and Bon Jovi. There will be a memorial service Dec. 30 at 10 a.m. in St. John the Apostle Catholic Church in Virginia Beach, with a reception immediately afterward. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate.org.


 


 

Tuttle, Ronnie

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Ronnie Tuttle GLOUCESTER - Ronnie "RT" Tuttle, 67, passed away peacefully at his home after a long battle with cancer and kidney disease. He .....


 


 

Vernie Moore Graves Jr.

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WILBUR BATCHELOR

BATCHELOR, Wilbur Alan "Chipper," 65, of Richmond, passed away December 18, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Jill; son, Jeff (Heather); daughter, Lisa (Mike); two grandsons, Bryce and Peyton; two brothers-in-law, Tom Redford of Richmond, Va., and Wallace Bryant of Sunset Beach, N.C.; nephew, Michael Borneman of Hampstead, N.C.; niece, Terri Sharpe of Charlotte, N.C.; and special loved one, Angela Ely. Mr. Batchelor was a 35-year member of the National Association of Realtors. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 1, 2011, 4 p.m., at Asbury Memorial UMC, 7151 Belmont Rd., Chesterfield, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Asbury or the Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation.


 


 

Wilbur O'Neil Jr.

Wilbur O'Neil Jr. (Pete), age 56, formerly of Petersburg, since residing at 3437 Chelsea Drive, Woodbridge, died, Thursday, Dec. 23, at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg.


 


 

Willa Cunningham

Willa Cunningham NORFOLK - Willa "Ruth" Cunningham, 89, passed away Dec. 21, 2010 in a Norfolk hospital. Ruth was a native of Harrisville, W.Va., and the daughter of the late Marcus and Virgil Broadwater. She was the widow of Robert "Bob" Cunningham, her husband of 64 years. Bob was her schoolmate from childhood, her best friend and the love of her life. During her lifetime, Ruth was a music teacher, kindergarten teacher, church organist and choir director, but her primary role was as a marvelous wife and mother. She was the beloved heart of her family, adored by her husband, children and grandchildren. A member of Christ United Methodist Church for more than 50 years, Ruth's life was greatly enriched by the friendships she found there. Surviving are two daughters, Charlotte King and husband Richard, and Connie Carlson and husband Ron, both of Virginia Beach. She is also survived by son George Cunningham and wife Gulsun of Norfolk; one sister, Julia Mathers of West Virginia; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted Monday, Dec. 27, at 11 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church. The burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, today from 4 to 6 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, (800) 344-4867.


 


 

William C. "Bill" Kelly Sr.

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William Callahan

William E. Callahan VIRGINIA BEACH - William Edward Callahan, 69, formerly of Virginia Beach, died peacefully Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Raleigh, N.C. Bill was well-known from his years as the owner of Callahan Citgo on Independence Boulevard. He leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Ellen; his six children, Mary, Barbara (Gary), Paula (Chris), Billy (Trina), Jeri (Al), Brian (Jodi). He is also survived by his 12 grandchildren; his sister, Patricia; and family friend, Birna. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the or the American Diabetes Association .


 


 

William Clifford Cochran

William Clifford Cochran BRISTOL, Va. William Clifford Cochran, 79 years of age, formerly of Grundy, Va., passed away Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at the Grace Health Care, Abingdon, Va., following an extended illness. Born in Dickenson County, Va., he was the son of the late George E. and Josie A. Deel Cochran. He was the former president of Cochran's Block, Inc. and a member of the Woodland Hill Christian Church, Abingdon. Mr. Cochran was a resident of Buchanan County, Va., most of his life and was the the last surviving member of his immediate family. Mr. Cochran served in the United States Marines during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Sandy Valley Lodge No. 17 AF & AM. He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Mr. Cochran is survived by his wife, Pauline Brown Cochran, of Bristol Virginia. He is also survived by two daughters, Constance and husband, Corbett Ratliff, Grundy, and Pamela and husband, Anthony Farmer, Virginia Beach, Va.; two sons, Gary and wife, Bernadine Cochran, Haysi, Va., and Zachary and wife, Charlotte Cochran, Grundy; five grandchildren, Katrina Monique and husband, Marc Eubanks, Bristol Virginia, Brandy and husband, Kenny Hay , Abingdon, Rhiannon and husband, Mike Boyd, Richmond, Va., Sharayah Cochran, Grundy, and Nathanael Cochran, Grundy; four great-grandchildren, Kade Eubanks, Bristol Virginia, Quinn Eubanks, Bristol Virginia, Natalie Hay, Abingdon, and Ava Boyd, Richmond; he is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by five sisters, Orpha Cochran, Orbie Owens, Beulah Owens, Beatrice Hale, and Carolena Ratliff. Funeral services for William Clifford Cochran will be conducted Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Paul Viers officiating, with burial to follow in the Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va. Friends may call at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel after 6 p.m. Monday evening with services at 7 p.m. Full military rites will be conducted at the cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at


 


 

William Doughtie Sr.

William T. Doughtie Sr. EURE - William Thomas "Sonny" Doughtie Sr., 75, of the Eure Loop Road, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 in Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk. Mr. Doughtie was born in Gates County and was the son of the late Arthur Thomas and Nellie Eure Doughtie. A retired pipefitter supervisor from Norfolk Naval Shipyard, he was a member of Eure Christian Church and an honorary member of the White Oak Hunt Club. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Eure Pope. Surviving are his wife of more than 56 years, Mabel Daniels Doughtie; a son, Tommy Doughtie and wife Cheryl of Eure; two sisters, Emily Eure of Chesapeake of Erma Leigh Eure of Gatesville; and two grandchildren, Will and Bobbi Leigh Doughtie. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, in the chapel of Miller Funeral Home, 304 Main St., Gatesville, by the Revs. Wayne Gardner and Billy Presley. Burial will follow in the family plot at Eure Christian Church Cemetery. Friends may join the family Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the funeral home and all other times at the residence. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either the Gates County Rescue Squad, 016 U.S. Hwy. 158 E., Gatesville, NC 27938 or the Eure Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Tom Powell, 169 Powell Lane, Eure, NC 27935. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com.


 


 

William Earl Welch Jr.

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William H. VINALL

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Wilton E. Bowen Jr.

BOWEN, Wilton E. Jr. "Buddy," 85, of Mechanicsville, died Thursday, December 23, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy B. Bowen and other family members. Buddy was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during World War II and retired as a mechanic with Henrico County. He is survived by many loving friends. Visitation will be Monday 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Signal Hill Memorial Park.


 


 

Zelinger, Rose

Sunday, December 26, 2010 1:00 AM 

Rose B. Zelinger NORFOLK - Rose B. Zelinger, 88, formerly of the 6300 block of Granby St., passed away Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. A ..... 

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