| 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at the Rose Hill Cemetery, Bastian, Va. Arrangements by A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, Va. .com. Rita V. Albertson CHESAPEAKE - Rita von Lienen Albertson passed away peacefully in her home Aug. 12, 2008. She was born in Bremerhaven, Germany. Rita was the only child of the late Frieda Morgner and Johannes von Lienen. She was predeceased by her husband of 28 years, Parker C. Albertson. Rita retired from Plasser American of Chesapeake after 17 loyal years. She was a devoted member of Deep Creek United Methodist Church. Always having a love for her church, she was active on several committees and sang in… conducted at Flora Funeral Chapel 2 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008. ANTHONY, Phyllis McLain, 86, of Richmond, died Wednesday, August 13, 2008. She was the widow of Joseph Francis Anthony. She is survived by her aunt, Alice Bray of Midlothian; niece, Judy McLain Barron; and Judy's children, Mark Barron and Elizabeth Barron West and their families. She is also survived by her deceased husband's family, Betty Anthony and her sons, Tyler and Bruce Anthony, and their families, as well as many other members of the Anthony family. The family will receive friends Friday… Mary Lou Berry PORTSMOUTH - Mary Lou Berry, 87, passed away Aug. 12, 2008, in Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville, Va. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Russell "Bubby" Berry after 61 years of marriage; her sister, Gladys Manning and her parents, Nannie and Carlton Stallings. She is survived by her three children, Russell W. Berry Jr. and wife Jeannie of Suffolk, Gail Dobbs and husband Donnie of Staunton, Va., Lee Berry and wife Linda of Rogue River, Ore.; sister, Nancy Stallings of… s 11 a.m. Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Greenbay Christian Church. Arrangements by ColbertMoran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. Dorothy A. Blunt NORFOLK - Dorothy Ann Blunt, 61, of the 1600 block of Granby St., died Aug. 1, 2008. A funeral will be at noon Saturday in United House of Prayer. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. BOONE, Yvonne, 72, of Dawn, Caroline County, Va., departed this life Sunday, August 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Boone Jr. She leaves to cherish her memory one son, Michael Boone (Irene); five grandchildren; one aunt, Catherine Landrum; one uncle, Charles Gregory; two devoted nieces, Cathy Harris and Everline Terrell. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va., where family will receive friends Friday, August 15, 2008, from 6 to… will be held at St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Virginia Beach, Saturday at 10:30 a.m. followed by a reception afterward in the church fellowship hall. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Kempsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 62345, Virginia Beach, VA 23466 or to the building fund of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, 717 Tucson Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. The family is grateful to all the doctors and nurses who helped him through many difficult circumstances, also… BOWE, Dr. Robert Looby, 83, died August 11, 2008 at his home in Henrico County. Bob's devoted wife of 51 years, Mary Ellen Bowe, was by his side at his passing. He was born on January 25, 1925 in Worcester, Mass., to the late Jeffrey J. Bowe and Agnes Looby. Bob attended Boston Latin School and graduated from Boston College where he received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in physiology. He earned his Ph.D. in clinical physiology from the University of Tennessee Medical College. He then taught pharmacology… of remembrance will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Smith's Chapel United Methodist Church. Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore, is in charge. s will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at the Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Those wishing to make memorial contributions please consider the BROWN, Gerald D., of Cody, Wyoming, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, Williamsburg, Va. BROWN, Kevin Charles, was called home by God in His infinite wisdom on Saturday, August 9, 2008. "KC" or "Bro," as he was often called, was always full of laughter and a true friend to many. He had a jovial personality, and loved working for the U.S. Postal Service more than anything. Kevin, born September 21, 1956, was the beloved son of the late Deacon Charles and Ruby Brown. K.C. accepted Jesus Christ as his savior at an early age by his baptism at Swansboro Baptist Church, Pastor… James Andrew Bryant, 50, of Clifton Forge, Va., died Wednesday, August 13, 2008. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. BUCHER, Quentin C., 85, departed this life at his home in Richmond on August 12, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Anna Olin Bucher; his daughter, Allyson Ann Vinik and her husband, Allan Vinik; two granddaughters, Courtney Ann Vinik and Abbey Danielle Vinik. A memorial service in celebration of Quentin's life will be held at Skipwith United Methodist Church at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 15, 2008. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Skipwith United Methodist Church, 2211… BUTLER, Richard Bowen Sr., 68, of Varina, Va., died Tuesday, August 12, 2008. He was the owner of Butler Body Shop for 31 years. Richard was a member of Shackelfords Chapel United Methodist Church, Manchester Masonic Lodge # 14, and the Gloucester American Legion. He was an Army veteran. Richard was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. He was preceded in death by his father, William O. Butler; his mother, Rosetta T. Booker; a sister, Carolyn B. Keener and her husband, Kenneth; and surrogate parents,Thornley and… or at Mrs. Carter's home in Rich Valley, 906 Ridge Road, on Thursday afternoon and evening, August 14, 2008. Pallbearers will be Daniel Carter, Daniel Kestner, Erik Hawkins, Dennis Carter Jr., Tim Carter, Todd Carter and Zac Carter. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Religious Education Program at Rich Valley Elementary School, 196 Long Hollow, Saltville, Va. 24370, Attention: Mrs. Taylor. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville, Va., is serving the Carter family. will be conducted Friday at 3 p.m. in Powellsville Baptist Church with the Rev. Keith White and the Rev. Kevin Copeland officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends today at Garrett Funeral Home-Ashley Chapel, 205 NC Highway 42, West, Ahoskie, from 7 until 8:30 p.m. and other times at the home. CECIL, George William, 89, of Maysville, W.Va., passed away at Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg, W.Va., on August 12, 2008. He was born January 2, 1919, in Ridge Church, Va., the son of Thomas Cecil and Rosa Lee Chenault Cecil, both deceased. After attending high school in Henrico County, Va., he attended Virginia Mechanics Institute. He was a retired master electrician from VEPCO, and also once worked as a cook at a CCC Camp on the Blue Ridge Parkway. He is survived by daughters, Linda Alt of… Mary Brooks Hall Childress, 91, of Lynchburg, died on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. CIMINO, Hazel Pettijohn, 74, of Chesterfield, widow of Ralph Linwood Cimino, passed away August 11, 2008. She is survived by her seven children, Mary Cimino and fiance, Chris, Ray White and wife, Kathy, Nancy Malone, Michael White and wife, Lynn, David White and wife, Jennifer, Deborah White, Lisa White and fiance, Ken; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Cimino was a member of the Catholic Daughters and retired from the Virginia Employment Commission. Her family will receive friends 4… CLARK, William M., of Chesterfield, Va., departed this life August 11, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Janice A. Clark; two daughters, Jessika M. Bennett and Joyce M. Clark; three sons, William M.F. and Davison L. Clark and Reginald C. Johnson; three grandchildren; parents, Leeland and Joyce Ann Clark; one brother, Rodney Clark; one godson, James M. Winston; mother-in-law, Virginia Woodson; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 North 25th Street.… COLLINS, Levi Jr., 58, resident of the Virginia Home in Richmond for 37 years, passed away on August 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Levi Collins Sr. and Frances Dorsey Collins; and a sister, Eloise Tyson. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Margaret Knox, Juanita Hill, Arthur Knox, Frances Duty, Larry Collins, Jane Barnes and Anne Tynes; cousin, Clara Parker; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at the Virginia Home, 1101… Michael Heath Compton VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael Heath Compton, 34, of Bryson City, N.C., died Aug. 8, 2008. He was a native of Virginia Beach. He was born Jan. 7, 1974, in Bluefield, Va. He is survived by his parents, Linda and Robert McBurney; his brother, Eric Compton, all of Virginia Beach; sister, brother-in-law and niece, Keleigh, Lee and Sophia Chepy all of Norfolk; grandmother, Clara J. Lawrence of Bluefield, Va.; and grandmother, Virginia McBurney of Virginia Beach. Heath lived in Bryson City for 14… Eva Copeland HERTFORD - Eva White Copeland, 82, of Goodwin Mill Road, died Aug. 11, 2008. The funeral will be Friday at 3 p.m. in Piney Woods Friends Meeting. Swindell Funeral and Cremation Services is in charge. s are planned at this time. Cremation Services of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is in charge. COX, Lillian Stanley, 85, of Mechanicsville, died peacefully on August 13, 2008 after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pinckney Cox; two brothers, Fred and Llewellyn Stanley; and a devoted friend, Lucille Gaines. She is survived by her two sisters, Hazel Kelly of Blackstone and Ellen Robinson and husband, Trevor, nieces and nephews, Neil Robinson, David and Roslyn Robertson, Gail and Glen Petty and Wendy and Robert Jacobsen and their families, all of Victoria, Australia; her… Daniel Dale CHESAPEAKE - Daniel Dale, 85, passed away Aug. 12, 2008, in a local hospital. He was a native of Kentucky and was a son of the late Greene and Nannie Dale. He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Ruby Dale; three sisters and one brother. Survivors include his son, David Dale and wife Barbette of Chesapeake; a sister, Janice McCormick; a brother, Frank Dale and wife Dot; two grandchildren, Shawna Dale and Wes Slade and wife Devon; and three great-grandchildren, Kailey, Adara and Olivia. A… DAU, Elijah A. (Garang Barach Thuc), departed this life August 13, 2008. Remains rest at the Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home, 2200 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Ina David NORFOLK - Ina David of the 800 block of Virginia Beach Blvd., died Aug. 7, 2008. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Carlos A. Howard Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. DEMERY, Mrs. Rose Whitehead, of Richmond, departed this life August 10, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Rodney Demery; parents, David L. and Ruth Y. Whitehead; one sister, Nadine Z. Robinson (Edwayne); two brothers, Kent A. and Milton L. Whitehead; father-in-law, Coley Demery Jr.; three sisters-in-law, Linda Jones (Darryle), Stephanie Avant (Craig) and Janice Cox (Michael); one brother-in-law, Tim Demery; several aunts and uncles, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.… will be today at 5 p.m. in Franktown United Methodist Church, Franktown. Doughty Funeral Homes is in charge. will be held Friday, Aug. 22, at 3 p.m. in the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. The Rev. James Bangle of Marion will officiate. Memorial donations may be made to the Plaza Life Saving Crew, Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. The Cremation Society of Virginia is in charge of arrangements. 3 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2008, Albert G. Horton Veterans' Cemetery, Suffolk, Va. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Virginia, 757-474-9409. DUNAWAY, James Elwood Sr., 89, of Richmond, passed away August 11, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Inez Q. Dunaway. he is survived by a son, James E. Dunaway Jr.; a daughter, Olivia D. Hudson; sister, Evelyn Milford; three grandchildren, Kimberli Gillam, Michael Shane Dunaway, Suzanne Allard; four great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Dunaway was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. His family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900… s will be Pastor Dinah Lewis of Reconciliation Outreach Church. We ask for your prayers to bless and strengthen the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at Thomasina Dupree-Owens VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomasina Camille Dupree-Owens, 40, of the 3800 block Cranberry Court, departed this life Aug. 11, 2008. Born in Willimantic, Conn., she was a realtor. She is survived by her husband, Oliver L. Owens Jr.; daughter, Elyse Robinson and son Joshua Owens of Virginia Beach; parents, Pastor Richard and Evelyn Sanders and Thomas Dupree; mother and father-in-law, Harriet Gail Owens and Oliver L. Owens Sr.; two brothers, Jonathan Mackey and Gabriel Foreman; and a host of… EDNEY, Edith, 91, of Newport News, passed away in her home on Tuesday, July 22, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Benjamin Tazewell Edney; and her son, Lynn Newton Edney. She is survived by her daughter, Hilah Edney of Osaka, Japan and Chester, Va.; her grandchildren, Carrie Rott and Jennifer Burkhardt of Chester, Va., John Anderson of Woodford, Va., and Calvin Anderson of Yorktown, Va.; and her 12 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 16,… EFFORD, Elizabeth J., 95, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2008. She was born April 5, 1913, and grew up in Montross, Va. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, J. Stafford Efford; and is survived by her four children and their spouses, John S. Jr. and Carrie Efford, Roy W. Efford, Anna E. and Nelson Bryant, and David L. and Carolyn Efford; and Udom Nakayuenyongsuk, who was just like a son to her; 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, and… FITZHUGH, Shirley Fitzgerald, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dr. William Bateman FitzHugh; and daughter, Shirley Louise FitzHugh. She is survived by her loving sister, Jeanne Fitzgerald Wood; and her three children and their spouses, William Coberth FitzHugh and wife, Jan, Susan FitzHugh Elliott and husband, Steven, and John Fitzgerald FitzHugh and wife, Cassell; and grandchildren, Rebecca Rutherford and husband, Scott, and Steven, Tyler,… FRANK, Sheldon Divine, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 10, 2008. He was born in the Bronx, N.Y., to his loving parents, Sandra Frank and Archie Ray Frank. Sheldon resided in Richmond, Va., with his mother, and was a senior at Hermitage High School. Sheldon was a very creative and artistic young man with many talents. He loved working on computers, creating computer games, and sketching his own animated characters with his best friend, Chermone King. Sheldon possessed a beautiful smile and a… GARNER, Mr. Richard T., of Richmond Va., formerly of Halifax County, entered eternal rest on August 10, 2008. He is survived by his son, Carlton Garner; daughter, Phyllis Rollins; two sisters; two brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. His remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Avenue, where the family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted on… will be held 2 p.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at Paitsel Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Grindstaff officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Paitsel Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home. www.paitselfh.com. GODSEY, David Lee, 45, of Charles City, passed away on August 12, 2008. He was born in Roanoke Rapids, N.C., on November 10, 1962. For 24 years he worked in painting for the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority. David enjoyed fishing, racing, football and music. He loved spending time with his family and will be dearly missed by all. Survivors include his beloved wife of 16 years, Penny; son, Dallas of Charles City; mother, Alice Seal of Henrico; two brothers, Tony of Charles City and Gene of… in the fellowship hall. Fitchett Funeral Home Inc. is handling arrangements. Condolences can be offered to the family at William A. Green Sr. CHESAPEAKE - On Aug. 11, 2008, at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, William A. "Gene" Green Sr., 74, of the 200 block of Doria Trail, was called from his earthly life to a more peaceful life with the Lord. William A. Green Sr., born May 13, 1934, was the son of the late William Henry Green and Gladys (Claddle) Styron Green. He was a native of Norfolk. Gene was a graduate of St. Joseph's Catholic School and Norfolk State University and pursued courses on the graduate… GREEN, Lenora, of Richmond, departed this life August 12, 2008. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. GRESHAM, Anne Adams, of Stage Junction, died Tuesday, August 12, 2008. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Norman Gresham. She is survived by her son, Vic Gresham of Stage Junction; her daughter, Mary Anne Gresham of Richmond; her son, Tim Gresham of Powhatan; and her daughter, Patricia Johnson of Stage Junction. Also surviving are devoted daughters-in-law, Julie Ingram Gresham of Powhatan and Mary Ann Gresham of Stage Junction; and devoted son-in-law, William Johnson of Stage… Grigsby, Verna Lee Arrington (Memoriam) HARRIS, Deaconess Dorothy, departed this life August 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Valencia Barnett. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Harold Harris Sr.; son, Harold Harris Jr.; two grandchildren, devoted Orville Braxton and Joy Brown; three stepchildren, Carolyn Anderson, Harold Rollins, and devoted Terry Harris; one sister, Rosa Bullock; two brothers, James and Joseph Barnett; three brothers-in-law, Roland Harris, Leonard Harris and Harrison Branch Sr.; three… will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at Evergreen Burial Park. HARRIS, Deacon Thomas Caldwell, 84, of Tappahannock, Va., departed this life August 12, 2008 in a local hospital. Thomas C. Harris was a businessman, community leader and a family man. He was a well-known figure for longtime residents of the Tappahannock region. The entrepreneur built and operated a succession of successful businesses in the Bray's Fork area over the past several decades. He attended Rappahannock Industrial Academy of Ozeana. After graduating, he attended Virginia State University. He… s will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at St. John Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. will be private and at a later date. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. HILL, Mrs. Lillian A. "Boots," entered her heavenly home on Friday, August 8, 2008 at her residence. Lillian, a native of Petersburg, was born October 8, 1922 to the late Harold and Susie Garner-Fox, and was reared by her adopted mother, the late Laura Parham. At an early age Lillian accepted Jesus Christ, and until her death was a member of First Baptist Church, Harrison Street, Petersburg. She was educated in the Petersburg Public School System, where she graduated from Peabody High School,… Mrs. Helen B. Horton, 83, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 540-345-9100. will be held 11:30 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at Franklin Memorial Park with Pastor Daniel Freeland and the Rev. Joseph Cox officiating. We would like to thank the staff of Our Lady of the Valley for providing excellent care for our Dad and Papa during his infirmity. The family will be receiving friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Robin L. Hunter VIRGINIA BEACH - Robin L. Hunter, 45, passed away peacefully Aug. 13, 2008, in Sentara Bayside Hospital. Ms. Hunter was born May 3, 1963, in Philadelphia. She loved working outdoors, bowling and spending time with family and friends. Robin will always be remembered as a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter and friend. She will be deeply missed. Left to cherish her memory are mother, Sylvia Combs and husband Earl; father, Thomas Hunter Sr.; two brothers, Jeffery Hunter and Thomas Hunter Jr.… s will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Shiloh Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Jett, Mildred Louise Booth (Weedie) JETT, Mildred Louise Booth (Weedie), 91, of Richmond, Va., passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Garland Jett. She is survived by three sisters, Clara Booth Whitlow Finnegan, Arline Booth Rowe, and Barbara Booth Morris; two brothers, Claude Booth Jr. and Thomas Elwood Booth; and 15 nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jett was a former employee of Southern Steel and Stove Company, and managed her husband's business, Robert G. Jett Wallpaper Co. She was loved dearly… JONES, David R., 71, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 10, 2008. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Patricia Ann Ketterman Jones; daughter, Kathryn J. Tollison and her daughter, Logan; daughter and son-in-law, Jacqueline J. and Andrew G. Baird and their daughter, Marina; grandchildren, Chad and Sarah Tollison and their father, Jody Tollison; sister, Florence Kathryn Keith; brother, Charles Landon Jones. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the… Jeanette E. Jones PORTSMOUTH - Jeanette Elizabeth Jones, 65, of Sullivan Court, died Aug. 10, 2008, in Maryview Medical Center. She was born in Chesapeake (Hickory) to the late Rev. Earlie Towe and Annie Elizabeth Lloyd. Jeanette was a member of White Chapel Baptist Church, Speed, N.C. She was also a former member of Goodwill Baptist, Norfolk, and Grove Baptist Church, Portsmouth. She was a former choir member as well as a deaconess. She was a 1961 graduate of Crestwood High School. She leaves to cherish… Peggy C. Jones, 41, of Botetourt County, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2008. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va. will be held noon on Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Paul R. White Sr. to officiate. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 15, 2008, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. KELLY, Ardie Lee, 76, of Richmond, formerly of Lynchburg, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2008. He was preceded in death by his five sisters and three brothers. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Martha Midgett Kelly; two daughters, Anna Hanback and husband, Scott, and Maria Leibowitz and husband, Aaron; four grandchildren, Jackson Hurt Hanback, Martha Ann, Caroline Kelly and Katherine Dawson Leibowitz; and two sisters, Helen Bunch and Ruth Rhodes. Mr. Kelly received his B.A. degree from Lynchburg… Helena Clare McMahon Kusiak, 92, of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, August, 13 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Moody Funeral Home Chapel, Stuart, Va. Millard T. Layden Sr. TYNER - Millard Thomas "Shorty" Layden Sr., 68, of the 400 block of County Line Road, died Aug. 13, 2008, in his home. Mr. Layden was born in Perquimans County and was the son of the late James Oliver Sr. and Ruth Winslow Layden. A retired mechanical supervisor with Lipton Tea in Suffolk after 32 years of employment, he was a member of Center Hill Baptist Church where he had served as a deacon and was active in the Men's Brotherhood and the adult choir. Other involvements… LEONARD, David Randolph, 61, of Dillwyn, passed away peacefully at Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father, John Randolph Leonard. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 38 years, Pearl Gormus Leonard. He is also survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Tamara and Jonathan Green of Dillwyn; two granddaughters, Chelsea and Alexis Crews of Dillwyn; three grandsons, Wesley, Kenneth, and Andrew Green of Orange Park, Fla.;… LEWIS, Charles Augustus, 75, of Warsaw, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. He was a retired textile worker, a member of Cobham Park Baptist Church, a member of Warsaw Bauman Lodge # 323, AF&AM for 52 years, the Acca Temple, Rappatomac Shrine Club and Scottish Rite Bodies. He was a charter member of Richmond County Rescue Squad and a member of VFW Post 7167. Surviving are his wife, Ethel Short Lewis; three daughters, Betty Mitchell Lewis, Julia Marie Jones George and Louella Glessner… LEWIS, Charles E. "Bill," 78, of Melbourne Beach, Florida, formerly of Richmond, passed away July 24, 2008. Bill's Richmond family and friends are invited to celebrate a Memorial Mass at St. Mary's Catholic Church Friday, August 15 at 11 a.m., with reception to follow. will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, August 16, 2008, at High Bridge Presbyterian Church. at Middle Cross Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, Friday from 7 to 8 p.m. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Middle Cross Baptist Church, 1301 West Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322. Condolences may be made to the family at LOWERY, Sherwood L. "S.L." or "Butch." Well, I just decided to "blast off" and go bass fishing on Heaven's Lake on August 12, 2008. To my loving wife, Pat, of 40 years, you won't have to worry; I don't have to wear a life jacket up here. We had a great time. To my son, Matthew, what else can I say? You are the best son a man could ask for. Keep up the good work, and remember our good times on the water, like when you would rock the boat every time I walked to the… LYNN, Robert A. "Bob," 72, died August 13, 2008 of Alzheimer's disease. Bob is survived by his wife, Donna; son, Curtis Lynn; daughter and son-in-law, Jana and Allen Taylor; grand-children, Locke and Emma Taylor; also a brother, Buddy Lynn; and a sister, Mac. Before settling in Richmond, Bob worked for Reynolds Mining and International in British Guyana, Haiti, Iran, Germany and Thailand. He worked his way to become the president of the NCMA (National Contract Management Association). He was… Mario P. Mahayag CHESAPEAKE - Services for Mario Pesado Mahayag will be at 10 a.m. today in Holy Angels Catholic Church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. Malone, Kathleen Geraldine Dunn Kathleen Geraldine Dunn Malone, 80, of Moneta, died on Monday, August 11, 2008. She was born Monday, October 3, 1927, in Brooklyn, N.Y., and was the daughter of the late Wilfred John Dunn and Katherine Josephine Flood Dunn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband and best friend of 31 years, William "Bill" Malone. She is survived by her six children, Anthony Matteo and wife, Geneva, Kathie Holmes and husband, Bob, Karen King, Chuck Sklilton, Greg Skilton and wife, Kim,… will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, August 16, 2008, in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening, August 15, 2008, at Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, Va., (easy access off of Washington St.) 540-586-7360. Mary Louise Markham, 73, of Troutville, died on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents, Homer and Louise Thivierge; a son, a son-in-law; and first husband. Surviving are her daughters, R. Mary Mills and husband, Mike, of Roanoke, Catherine Deal and close friend, Raymond Dunbar, of Daleville, and Teresa Petras and husband, Ron, of Black River, N.Y.; sons, Philip Law, of Troutville, and Thomas Bresett and wife, Rachel, of Montvale; eight grandchildren, Michelle Martone, Thomas Lancaster,… for procession to the chapel. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Condolences may be offered to the family at McCULLOUGH, Evelyn J., of Richmond, departed this life August 9, 2008. She is survived by two sons, Rodney and Philander McCullough; one sister, Vivian J. Boisseau (Howard); one devoted cousin, Robin Robinson; and several nephews and nieces, one devoted niece, Angela Chavis; a host of other relatives and friends, two devoted, William Reynolds and Joyce Brown. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 North 25th Street. Graveside services will be held Friday, 11 a.m., at Oakwood Cemetery. will be conducted 2 p.m. on Friday at Second Presbyterian Church, Roanoke, with Dr. George C. Anderson and L. Gerald Carter officiating. Those wishing to make memorials are asked to consider the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Avenue, Roanoke, Va. 24012 or the Roanoke Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 11525, Roanoke, Va. 24022. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. will be held at noon Friday at Six House Inc., Hampton. J.T. Fisher Funeral Services, Chesapeake, is in charge. will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home conducted by the Rev. Dr. Prentis McGoldrick. Burial will be private. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com. will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Second Presbyterian Church. Gladys M. Mitchell Robert W. Mitchell NORFOLK - Gladys May Mitchell, 93, passed away Saturday evening, Aug. 9, 2008, in the arms of her best friend and longtime caretaker, her husband. Then later that week her beloved husband, Robert William Mitchell, went to join her in heaven Aug. 13, 2008. He was 88 years of age. Gladys was born in Philadelphia and Bob was born in Virginia. Gladys had retired as a bookkeeper for a local golf course and Bob was a heavy equipment mechanic at the Norfolk Naval Supply Center… s will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008. from Flora Funeral Service Chapel, Rocky Mount, Va. Audrey D. O'Connell NORFOLK - Audrey D. O'Connell, 88, of the 300 block of W. Brambleton Ave., died Aug. 13, 2008, at Harbour Pointe Medical and Convalescent Center. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of Alfred and Eleanor Anderson DeFreitas. She was married to Cmdr. Thomas F. O'Connell for 30 years until his death in 1974. She had a career as a court reporter and executive secretary. She was involved in the Officers' Wives Clubs at Tom's various duty stations. More recently,… s will be held 2 p.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at Rosewood Memorial Gardens, Rural Retreat, Va. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Paitsel Funeral Home. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home. www.paitselfh.com. Margaret L. Payne VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret L. "Scotty" Payne, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away Aug. 12, 2008, in the company of family members and the loving and caring hands of the staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Scotty was born Feb. 11, 1941, in Greensboro, N.C. She graduated from Princess Anne High School with honors in 1959 where she was a majorette. After high school, Scotty worked for Eastern Gas and Fuel from 1959-1962. She retired in 2003 after 22 years at… Helena K. Payton NORFOLK - Helena King Payton of Bowe Place passed quietly and peacefully into eternal rest Aug. 9, 2008, in her residence. She was a native of Norfolk and the daughter of the late Emmitt and Mary H. King. Mrs. Payton was an advocate for the visually impaired and served faithfully on boards for the City of Norfolk and also on the state level being appointed by former Gov. Charles S. Robb. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, attended Morgan State College and completed her… . After retiring from the Navy, Herbie worked for the Norview Belo Market as co-manager for 20 years. Herbie had a zest for life; he was a fun-loving character who always had a joke. He spoke seven languages, played guitar, piano, banjo and loved to sing. He greatly enjoyed working on cars and shooting the bull with friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Grace Wilson Peak Marsch and his stepfather who raised him, William "Goo" Marsch and his second wife, Jeanne Peak. Left to cherish his… Rosa L. Peoples CHESAPEAKE - Rosa L. Peoples, 78, of the 100 block of Dordon St., died Aug. 12, 2008, at home. Born in Franklin, she was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, Pughsville, Suffolk. Surviving are her husband, Norman Peoples; three daughters, Carolyn Wilson, Barbara Benson (Albert) and Theresa Warren (Timothy); four sons, Norman Peoples, Robert Peoples, the Rev. Steven Peoples (Denise) and Allen Peoples (Mary); a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, in-laws, other… Louise A. Pruitt ONLEY - Louise Ayres Pruitt, 68, died Aug. 11, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Macedonia AME Church, Accomac. Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore, is in charge. Evelyn M. Reid CHESAPEAKE - Evelyn M. Reid, 86, of the 4000 block of Cedar Grove Crescent, died Aug. 11, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Portsmouth. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. s will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2008, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Saturday evening, August 16, 2008, at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Dr., Blacksburg, Va. Robinson Sr., James B. "Jimmy" ROBINSON, James B. Sr. "Jimmy", born on March 3, 1920, left us to be with the Lord on August 13, 2008. He was a sincerely devoted and loving husband, father, and granddaddy. He was preceded in death by his wife, Flora M. Robinson. A father of six children, Shirley Hess, James B. Robinson Jr. "Buzz", Terry Masini, Lisa Masini, Tami Jones, and Ricky Robinson. He had 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He served his country in World War II as a part of the United States Army, he… will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, August 15, 2008, in the funeral home's chapel. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park with Military Honors performed by the DAV. The Rev. Dave Vanderpool will officiate. Flowers are appreciated and contributions made in his honor may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice at 3825-A Electric Road in Roanoke, Va. 24018. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Robinson family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem,… ROZMAN, Candide G., 84, of Manheim Township, Lititz, Penn., passed away at the home of her daughter, Elaine Alexander, on August 1, 2008. She was the wife of Robert W. Rozman, who predeceased her in April of this year. They were married for 62 years. Born in Lewiston, Maine, she was the daughter of Charles J. Boucher and Marie Gagne Boucher. She grew up in Hartford and Windsor, Conn., and volunteered as a nurse's aide and a spotter for the Civil Air Patrol during WWII. Upon her beloved Bob's return… s will be held 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000. SODEN, Warren Lewis, 87, of Richmond, widower of Evelyn H. Soden, passed away Monday, August 11, 2008. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ellen Moore; and a brother, Frank Soden. He is survived by his daughter, Debra S. Crouch; son, Jeffrey W. Soden and wife, Mary, both of Richmond; sister, Esther Fitzgerald of Stuart, Fla.; five grandchildren, Candice Henceroth, Chad Crouch, Houston, Brandon and Katy Soden; also numerous nieces and nephews. Warren was a graduate of the University of Virginia. He retired… will be Friday at 2 p.m. in John W. Taylor Memorial Cemetery, Temperanceville. Salyer Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Grace United Methodist Church, Parksley. Williams- Parksley Funeral Home is in charge. will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Sherwood Memorial Park with Pastor Roy Kanode officiating. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home, 540-562-1182. STEVENS-RILEY, Betty "Tina", entered eternal life on August 13, 2008. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, two brothers and grandson, Brandon Gregory. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Riley, of Richmond; her children, Robert Gregory, Lalisia Gregory and Wanda Purnell (Montez); seven grandchildren; three sisters, Alma Tarry, Mildred Gregory and Wanda Wooldridge; and a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on… s 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at Williams Memorial Park. Arrangements by HamarCurtis Funeral Home. THOMAS, Jean Gibbon, left this world to rejoin her husband, Boyce, on August 13, 2008. Born May 24, 1922, in Charlotte, N.C., she was the daughter of Richard Parks Gibbon of Charlotte, N.C., and Helen R.H. Leard of Prince Edward Island, Canada. Growing up on her family's farm, she graduated from Derita High School and attended King's Business College. While working at Devoe Paint in Charlotte, she met her future husband, R. Boyce Thomas. Following a correspondence courtship, they married on November… TIMBERLAKE, L. Earl Sr., 88, of Highland Springs, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Lucille Wright; daughter, Patricia Neiger (Tom); two sons, Bubba (Evelyn), and Glenn (Mary Lou); five grandchildren, David Harmon (Kim), Debbie Harmon, Gina Christian (Michael), Jill Wright (Nathan) and Louis Rhea Timberlake; 10 great-grandchildren, Carly, Emily, Tatum, Nicole, Tyler, Alyssa, Bryson, Julianna, Josephina and Ivy. He was a WWII Navy veteran… TONEY, John Lewis, 54, exchanged places between Earth and Glory on Sunday, August 10, 2008 at CJW Medical Center. John Lewis Toney was born in Cuthbert, Ga., to Robert Carlton Toney and Annie Julia Pratt-Toney on April 4, 1954, the second of 11 siblings. John attended Virginia Union University, where he pledged Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. John pursued his career as a dispatcher at National Freight for several years. He then moved on to Wyatt Transfer where he later became Operations Manager… TROILO, Ruth "Bootsie" Rosson, of Brandy Station, died at Culpeper Memorial Hospital Monday, August 11, 2008, at the age of 86. Born in Richmond on February 20, 1922, "Bootsie" was the daughter of Harvey Berriam and Lilly Wilkerson Rosson. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Anthony Troilo Sr. Besides Joe, her loving husband of 68 years; she is survived by her four children, Kathy Mawn and her husband, Rusty, of Cumming, Georgia; Pat Gravely and her husband, Bill, Tony Troilo and his… TUCKER, Elizabeth, was born to Salias and Hannah Tucker on August 21, 1917. She later had Marilyn West, her one and only child, who preceded her death. Elizabeth was well loved by her family and friends. She was devoted to God, her church, family and friends. She leaves behind seven grandchildren, three brothers, four sisters, six great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. All will miss her. Her remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son… at the funeral home. Burial will be private in Riverside Cemetery, Courtland, Va. Memorial donations may be made to Khedive Shrine Center, Transportation Fund, 645 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Condolences may be offered to the family at TURNER, Patricia "Pat," of Richmond, entered eternal life August 9, 2008. Left cherishing memories are her husband, Norman; two sons, Urias and Norman Miller; daughter Nakitia Lurry; two grand-children; one sister, Thelma Jackson; a host of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. Homegoing services will be held Friday, 11 a.m., at Seventh Street Memorial Baptist Church, 3014 Meadowbridge Road, Pastor Micah Jackson officiating. Interment Oakwood… VIA, Hannah D., of Henrico, departed this life August 10, 2008. Remains rest at the Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home, 2200 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. WALKER, Harry Jr., 72, of Palmyra, Va., passed away on July 2, 2008. The graveside service will be held at his ancestral home in La Crosse, Va., at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2008. The La Crosse Cemetery is located at 6665 Marengo Road, La Crosse, Va. 23950. Following the service, the Walker family will receive friends at the La Crosse Baptist Church, 102 North Carter Street, La Crosse, Va. 23950. will be held today at noon in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Chatman/E.A. Hughes Funeral Home is in charge. time. Burial will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, August 15, 2008, at Monta Vista Memory Gardens. The family says that flowers would be appreciated; however donations may be made to Fairview Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice. A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family. . He was a member of United House of Prayer for All People - Burton. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and also a member of Unity Lodge No. 93 P.H. Mason. Surviving are his wife, Joan Y. Willie; daughter, Corine Willie of Virginia Beach; son, Brian Willie of Virginia Beach; six sisters, Sarah (Abraham) Goodman of Chesapeake, Barbara (Joseph) Smith of Washington, D.C., Beatrice Willie, Mildred Holmes, Louise Willie and Louvenia Wynn of Norfolk; six brothers, Charlie Willie Jr. (Madgalene), Abner Willie… Melson Allen Winslow III VIRGINIA BEACH - In loving memory of Melson Allen Winslow III. On Aug. 12, 2008, the Lord took him in to his resting place. He will be genuinely loved and missed by many. He was born Jan. 22, 1967, in Norfolk. He was a graduate of Western Branch High School. He was an outstanding athlete, wonderful son, brother and uncle. In addition to being an outstanding athlete, he loved Dale Earnhardt and the Dallas Cowboys. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 795. He is… WOOD, Ronald J., 55, of Richmond, passed away August 12, 2008. He is survived by four brothers, Morris, Herbert, Thomas and Samuel; four grandchildren, Tiffany, Michael, Charlotte and Heavenli; several nieces and nephews; and his companion of 19 years, Gloria Harris. Memorial services to be held at the Veteran's Cemetery in Amelia on Friday, August 15, at 2 p.m. WOODSON, Clarence Boyd, 98, formerly of 1202 N. 1st Street, entered eternal life August 9, 2008. He is survived by three daughters, Virginia Dickerson, Gladys Woodson, Mary Cooley; two stepsons, Willie, John (Chantell) Robinson; 14 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren; one sister, Annie Bland; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, among them, devoted Annie Beard. Family will receive friends Thursday, 7 to 8 p.m., at the Brunson's Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Streets. Homegoing… Charles Morton (C.M.) Young Jr., 85, died October 11, 2005 in Richmond, Va., and will be interred on Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Fort Myer Old Post Chapel and Arlington National Cemetery with his loving wife of 61 years, Dorothy (Dotty) Ruth Young, 82, who died November 27, 2007. C.M. was born in Rocky Mount, Va., on March 27, 1920, a son of the late Charles Morton Young Sr. and Lertie Maude Walker Young. He graduated from Rocky Mount High School in 1938 and attended Virginia Military Institute in… Young, Dorothy Ruth Christopher Esther V. Young NORFOLK - Esther V. Young, 93, of the 900 block of Princess Anne Road, died Aug. 10, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in Hale Funeral Home. |
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