Abbitt, Marion Lee Elizabeth Rose ABBITT, Marion Lee Elizabeth Rose Abbitt of Williamsburg, known for her love of plants, landscape and floral design, and her generosity in sharing her knowledge, died at home on August 18, 2008 surrounded by her family. She was 92. She had a passion for all things, flora and fauna. With over an acre of special plantings and garden designs, her gardens received the first certification in Williamsburg as a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. Marion also won the Mayor's first… s will be held on 11 a.m. Thursday, August 21, 2008, at Seaver-Brown Chapel in Marion, Va. s 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, Adkins Family Cemetery. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. will be private and there will be no visitation. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. Olive G. Allen PANTEGO - Olive G. Allen, 82, died Aug. 17, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. today in Maitland Memorial Chapel, Plymouth. AMABILE, Andrew Arthur, 82, of Chesterfield, formerly of New York, passed away August 16, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Caroline Rose Amabile; three children, Patricia Preston of Atlanta, Ga., Joseph Amabile and his wife, Terry Hyatt-Amabile, of Williamsburg, Andrew Amabile and his wife, Kim, of Richmond; two sisters, Phyllis and Josephine; two brothers, George and Richard; seven grandchildren, Sean, Larry Jr., Celene, Joseph Jr., Keith, Lauren and Evan; two great-grandchildren, Tyler Dawn… William "Bill" Edward Armstrong, 65, of Atkins died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, at Francis Marion Manor in Marion. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 13, at 8 p.m. at Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Neville Mozingo and the Rev. Carl Pauley officiating. A graveside service will be held Thursday, Aug. 14, at 11 a.m. at the Slemp Cemetery. He was born Oct. 30, 1942, in Smyth County. He was retired from General Motors after many years of service. He was preceded in death by his… Sarah J. Bailey CHESAPEAKE � Sarah J. Bailey, 89, passed away Aug. 15, 2008. She was born in Waverly, Va., Nov. 23, 1918. A funeral will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday in the chapel of Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake. Interment will follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. We invite you to send a condolence message in the family's guestbook at BAUGHKER, Virginia, 85, of Norfolk, Va., went to be with the Lord quietly on August 15, 2008, while surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on November 25, 1922 in Richmond, Va., to the late Richard and Vivian Walker. Virginia was an avid crafter and enjoyed making gifts for her friends, and she enjoyed the beauty of flowers. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gilbert M. Baughker Sr. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Terry L. Baughker and Gilbert M. Baughker Jr., both… Maxine M. Bayly BELLE HAVEN - Maxine M. Bayly, 64, died Aug. 16, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Bethany United Methodist Church, Gloucester Point. Doughty Funeral Home is in charge. will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Tabernacle United Methodist Church by the Rev. Dr. Bill Wash. Entombment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News with Military Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Tabernacle United Methodist Church, 831 Poquoson Ave., or the Poquoson Rescue Squad, 830 Poquoson Ave., both in Poquoson, Va. 23662. Online condolences may be sent to www.claytorrollins.com. BORDONIE, Charles Lewis Jr., 51, of Richmond, went to walk with Jesus on August 17, 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Bordonie. He is survived by his father, Charles Lewis Bordonie Sr.; aunt, Pete Horton and husband, Les; uncle, LeRoy Bordonie and wife, Audrey; Eugene and family and other cousins; devoted friends, Allen, Judy, Jennifer Murphey and Myrna Clusiaux. Charles was a strong Christian who encouraged and helped others. He was also a lobbyist for handicap rights. He was an… BRADSHAW, Lucille Paulette, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008, at Lakewood Manor Baptist Home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Jenkins Bradshaw, and her parents, Thalia and Eustice Paulette. She was a longtime resident of Rice, Va., and retired from Longwood College. She was a member of Second Baptist Church. Surviving are her daughters, Claudia Miller and Sara Lu Chenery and her husband, Alan; her grandchildren, Brad Miller and wife, Angie, Ann Drake and her husband, Tom, Lu Gay Lanier… BROOKS, Howard, 80, of Richmond, departed this life Thursday, August 14, 2008. He was the son of the late David Lee Sr. and Lyda Murray Brooks. He was preceded in death by two brothers, David Lee Jr. and Wilbert H. Brooks Sr. He is survived by his devoted wife, Deacon Evangeline Carroll Brooks; one son, Howvard D. Brooks of Alexandria, Va.; two daughters, Dr. Roselyn Brooks Kennedy of Fayetteville, N.C. and Otavia B. Davis of Philadelphia, Pa.; two grandchildren, Erica and Tiffany Davis; two… Virginia McDonald Brubaker, 88, of Roanoke, died Monday, August 18, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. CARTER, Dominique Unique, departed this life August 13, 2008. She is survived by her devoted mother, Sharifia Warren; father, Melvin Carter; brother, Zamel Carter; two grand-mothers, one grandfather, two great-grand-mothers, five aunts, five uncles, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, 12 noon. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Carol Jones Cartwright WAKE FOREST - Carol Jones Cartwright, 75, died Aug. 15, 2008. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel. Margaret Powell Christley, 88, of Roanoke, died Monday, August 18, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Gayle David Cornett, 87, of Independence, Va., died Sunday, August 17, 2008. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at ReinsSturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence, Va. s will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Round Hill Cemetery, Marion, Va. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. 540-982-2100. Byron Reed Craddock, 78, of Roanoke, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann "Jackie" Craddock, parents, Herman P. and Marie Craddock, sister, Betty Cassell and brother, Richard Craddock. Byron was retired from Verizon ( C&P ) Telephone Company. He was a member of St. Philip Lutheran Church. Surviving are his son, Thomas Reed Craddock and wife, Cynthia; daughter, Jennifer McMillan and husband, Joe, all of Roanoke; three grandchildren, Travis Craddock… Fannie W. Creekmur PORTSMOUTH - Fannie M. Wadley Creekmur, 88, of the 200 block of Choate St., died Aug. 17, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Portsmouth. Born in Kinston, N.C., she was the widow of Samuel Wadley and Lorenza Creekmur. She was a member of First Baptist Church South Portsmouth, its Missionary Choir and Pastor's Aid. Survivors include three daughters, Catherine Reynolds, Gloria Jean Gatling and Rosetta Wadley; two stepdaughters, Vanessa McCall and DiAngela Campbell; three… Lillian Rachel Collins Davis, 75, of Max Meadows, the Gunton Park community, died Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008. Funeral service was held Sunday, Aug. 10, at 2 p.m. at the Gunton Park Church of God of Prophecy with the Rev. Garnett Byrd and the Rev. Cindy Privette officiating. Interment was in the Jones Cemetery at Gunton Park. She was born Feb. 28, 1933, in her family home in Wythe County, daughter of the late George Aker and Susie Florence Collins. She was a devoted member of the Gunton Park Church of God of… Badara Diop NORFOLK - Badara Diop of the 800 block of Norview Ave. died Aug. 16, 2008. The remains will be shipped back to Senegal, Africa. Fitchett Funeral Home is in charge. Bettie Rodgers Doss, 81, of Colonial Heights, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, at Colonial Heights Health Care Center. She was the daughter of the late Hubert North and Hilda Helen Otey Rodgers, and the widow of Harry L. Doss Jr.; and was preceded in death by her sisters-in-law, Elizabeth D. Rose, Lucille D. Roberts and Florine D. Panian. Mrs. Doss is survived by her sons, Rodger L. Doss (Vickie Bryant) of Colonial Heights, Dana E. Doss and wife, Carol, of Prince George; daughter, Eileen Doss Kidd of Colonial… 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, 540-382-2612. for procession to the church. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered to the family at s 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, Joy Baptist Church, Glade Spring. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Chapel of Chilhowie. Angelo Favarolo VIRGINIA BEACH - Angelo Favarolo, 66, died Aug. 17, 2008. The family will receive friends today from 3 to 5 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. will be held at a later date. Doughty Funeral Home is in charge. FRANCK, Jason Aaron, 26, lost his battle with drug and alcohol addiction on August 17, 2008, a battle he had fought for many years. He leaves behind a loving and devoted family including his mother, Melody A. Franck; sister, Trudy Wingfield; brothers, Darin Franck and Shaun Franck; grandmother, Carolyn Pride; great-grandmother, Madeline Carter; aunts, Betty Jean Giragosian, Robin Fortier and Theresa Starkman. Jason had such a big heart and touched so many before and during his battle. He has left a lasting… Mr. John Gregory Frye Jr. was born Dec. 2, 1953, and he departed this life on Friday, Aug. 15, 2008 in Petersburg, Va. John received his education at Westinghouse Tech School in Brooklyn, N.Y., after graduating from high school he worked for Con Edison Electrical Co. In 1974, he joined the Navy which he was very proud of. He was stationed in Norfolk, Va., on the United States Mount Whitney. When his tour was over he became an armed security guard. Nothing could keep Greg in one place too long. He moved back… Ross F. Gardner, 56, of Rocky Mount, Va., died Monday, August 18, 2008. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, August 23, 2008, at 3417 Fork Mountain Road, Rocky Mount, Va., Arrangements by Moody Funeral Services, Stuart, Va. John R. (Jack) Graybill Sr., 83, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Graybill, Jack (Featured Guest Book) will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, August 21, 2008, at Wayside Community Church. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Services, Stuart, Va. and burial will follow in St. Anne Cemetery with Military Rites presented by the Bristol VFW Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be David Edwards, Allan Journell, Larry Journell, Phill Hamilton, Jamie Hamilton and Kieth Skeens. The family will receive friends from 4 until 5:50 p.m. before the mass at the church with the Rosary being said at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Anne Catholic School, 300 Euclid Avenue, Bristol, Va. 24201 or a favorite charity. Condolences and… Maude Atkins Hale of Wytheville died Monday, Aug. 11, 2008. A graveside service will be held Thursday, Aug. 14, at 11 a.m. at West End Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Pauline Bralley Atkins; her husband, James T. Hale; and five brothers and sisters. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Jacqueline and Stanley Kitts of Wytheville; son, Butch Hale of Wytheville; sister, Brownie Tomlin of Richmond; granddaughter, Melanie Honeycutt of Wytheville; and several nieces and… will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home. 5 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, Bond Cemetery, Fancy Gap. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville. James Franklin "Swede" Hayes, 58, of Hopewell, Va., who resided in Norristown, Pa., passed away at Mercy Suburban Hospital on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008. James was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lloyd and Louise Hayes; a brother, Lloyd Nathaniel Hayes; and a sister, Elizabeth Morton. James accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Mount Carmel Baptist Church. He also attended Hopewell Public Schools. While in Hopewell, he was employed with Firestone and Bennett Construction.… James Dean Hedge, 66, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away Saturday, August 16, 2008. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. HEISCH, Frances E., with great sadness the family of Frances E. Heisch announces her passing on August 16th, 2008. Our beloved Mother has left a legacy of nurturing love that will stay with us for all time. Her life began May 5, 1910 and spanned 98 years of family growth including three children, Joanne H. Livingston, Marion F. Hartwick and John M. Heisch; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Born Frances Field, the daughter of minister Frank Field and Percy Field in… Hendricks, James Edward "Bootsie" HENDRICKS, James Edward "Bootsie", passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2008 at Mease Countryside Hospital in Safety Harbor, Fla., formerly of Richmond, Va. Bootsie resided in Palm Harbor with his wife, Barbara Foizey Hendricks of Palm Harbor, Fla.; a brother, Richard Hendricks of Powhatan, Va.; a son, Kenneth Hendricks and his wife, Alison of Richmond, Va.; a stepdaughter, Betsy Marshall Feran of Dunedin, Fla.; a stepson, James E. Marshall III and his wife, Tracy, of Clearwater, Fla. Bootsie is… will be held Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Norfolk Moose Lodge No. 39, 135 Kempsville Road, Norfolk. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is handling arrangements. Charles E. Hill, of 1814 Idlewood Ave., Richmond, died Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, in the Retreat Hospital in Richmond, Va., Funeral arrangements will be announced by the W.L. Fields Funeral Home, McKenney. Hoskins, Julia Lucille Jones "Julie" HOSKINS, Julia Lucille Jones "Julie," age 92, born December 1, 1915, in Cornell, Illinois, second oldest daughter to the late Thomas Z. Jones and Mabel Wertz Jones. Preceded in death by her sisters, Lois Linden and Barbara Chace; her late husband, Bob Hoskins, for 47 years; and her daughters, Nancy Hoskins, of Virginia Beach, and Susan Hoskins Razzouk, of Memphis, Tennessee. She is survived by her oldest sister, Geraldine O'Donnell, of Illinois, Tom Jones, of Illinois; sister-in-law, Jeanne… , the family will receive friends in the Parish Hall. Instead of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Road, Roanoke, Va. 24016. The family would like to thank the medical staff at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, especially Dr. Chad DeMott, Dr. Billups at Brambleton Family Physicians, and Dr. Ward and the supportive staff of Pheasant Ridge Nursing Home for the excellent care Laura received. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. IRVING, Robert "Bob" Irving, HT1, U.S. Navy (Ret.), 60, of Dundas, Va., set sail on his heavenly voyage on Saturday, August 16, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Carol Lewis Irving; his children, Anthony LeMay (Bonnie), Janell Barrett (Ben), Peter LeMay, Kristina Irving and Gilbert LeMay (Lynsey); and his granddaughters, Aurora Feagan and Nora LeMay. Bob also leaves to cherish his memory his sisters, Helen Ducet, Doreen Street (George), Mary Cooper (John); his brother, Raymond Fish (Diana); and… Mr. William Thomas Jackson, 78, of 1229 W. Wythe St., Petersburg, Va., departed this life on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008, at the resident of his caretaker where he resided for a number of years. He was a native a of Prince George, Va., and a long time resident of Petersburg, Va. Mr. Jackson was the son of the late Mamie Louise Gurley and Mr. Mansifield Jackson. He accepted Christ into his life at an early at Union Branch Baptist Church, Prince George, Va. Mr. Jackson was employed cutting puck wood years ago and… Aug 19, 2008 A graveside service for James William Harmon, 51, of 3633 Longview Drive, Collinsville, who died Aug. 14, 2008, was held Saturday at Roselawn Burial Park with the Revs. Chip Coleman and Charles Corbett officiating. Pallbearers were Aaron Harmon, John Harmon, Britten Warren, Troy Hobson, Bill Davis, Dennis Bender, Wesley Tilley Ed and Tim Warren. Community Funeral Home in Ridgeway handled arrangements. for procession to the chapel. A wake will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered to the family at James Dwight Jarrett RICHMOND - James Dwight Jarrett, 62, a resident of Brittwood Drive, died Aug. 17, 2008. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Wakefield Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. JARRETT, James Dwight, 62, a resident of Brittwood Dr., Richmond, died Sunday, August 17, 2008 in the Hospice Unit of McGuire Veterans Affairs Hospital. Born on February 13, 1946, in Roanoke, he was the son of his mother, Dorothy Wimmer Tuck, and the late Ervin James Jarrett. He was a retired painter and an avid NASCAR fan of Jeff Gordon. Dwight was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Marjorie Lowe Jarrett; his mother, Dorothy Wimmer Tuck of Roanoke; three daughters,… Aug 19, 2008 The funeral for Jasper James Murphy, 73, of 841 Smith Road, Martinsville, who died Aug. 15, 2008, at Silas Creek Manor in Winston-Salem, N.C., will be held at noon Thursday at Mount Zion A.M.E. Church. The Rev. Ruben Boyd will officiate. Burial will be at Peoples Cemetery in Martinsville. The family will receive friends at the church for a half-hour before the funeral Thursday and other times at the home of a niece, Florence Moyer, 509 Letcher St., Martinsville. Murphy was born in… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Aug 19, 2008 Jesse William Gregory, 89, formerly of Stuart, died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008, in Norfolk. He was born in Patrick County on April 4, 1919, to Edward Gregory and Alice Massey Gregory. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. He had served in the Coast Guard and was a former pastor at Wayside Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Ruby Tatum Gregory of Rutherfordton, N.C.; a son, Randy W. Gregory of Rutherfordton; five grandchildren; 19… Glenda Marie Dawson Johnston, 72, of Bedford, died Sunday, August 17, 2008. Arrangements By Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. Alice D. Joynes NORFOLK - Alice Evelyn Davis Joynes, 90, transitioned from this world to the next Aug. 15, 2008. She was originally from Norfolk and was the loving wife of St. Leger M. Joynes, already crossed over. Evelyn was the cherished mother of her daughter, Rita Mina Ramsay of Venice, Fla. and son, St. Leger "Monty" Joynes and wife Pat of Boone, N.C. She was adored by three grown granddaughters, Annalisa, Danielle and Pam; a brother, Odell and wife Marianne; a niece, Ruth and their families,… s from 1 until 2 p.m. Donald Dane Lewis, 68, of Church Road, passed away Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008, at his residence. He was the son of the late Russell Dane Lewis and Evelyn Lamm Lewis Sudsbury, and was preceded in death by a brother, Warren L. Lewis. He is survived by his wife, Gloria C. Lewis; five children, Donna Gene Gravely and husband, Doug, of Chester, Shelley Lewis Bowles and husband, Chris, of Church Road, Donald Dane Lewis II and fiancée, Kari, of Church Road, Cindy E. Coleman and husband, David, of Church Road, and… Aug 19, 2008 The funeral for Loeman Eugene Hawks, 71, of Martinsville, who died Aug. 14, 2008, was held Sunday at Community Funeral Services in Ridgeway with the Revs. Jack Foley and Tommy Smith officiating. Burial was in the Susan Hawks family cemetery. Pallbearers were Barry Keffer, Bobby Triplett, Bradley Kendrick, Jonathan Ratcliff, Nathan Thomas and Steve Thomas Jr. will be held at noon Wednesday in J.T. Fisher Funeral Services. will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel, Buena Vista, Va. Oliver Boone Majors Jr., 86, of Roanoke, formerly of Wytheville, died Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008. Funeral service was held Wednesday, Aug. 6, at the Chapel of the John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home with Eddy Gilpin and Charles Gwaltney officiating. Interment was in East Hill Cemetery. He was born Jan. 8, 1922, in Wingo, Ky., son of the late Oliver Boone Majors Sr. and the late Dessie Foy Majors. He was a graduate of the University of Kentucky, a retired salesman of Borden Chemical Company and a member of Westside… s are entrusted to Elvin Vaughan Funeral Home, Franklin. McLEAN, Jane B., also known as Jane P. McLean, wife of William McLean, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2008. She was a resident of Bon Air and had been a resident of Charlottes-ville (Ivy) and Westport, Conn. She is survived by her husband, sons, Craig H. McLean and his wife, Pamela, and Robert B. McLean and his wife, Christy; other survivors include her grandsons, Michael A. and William E. McLean; niece, Amanda P.D. Pearson and her husband, John Pearson. Graveside services will be held at West Laurel… U. Thomas Mears II MAPPSVILLE - Upshur Thomas "Tommy" Mears II, 67, died Aug. 17, 2008. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Modest Town Baptist Church. Williams-Parksley Funeral Home is in charge. will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at Glades Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va. and a reception will follow. The family asks that those who attend wear a red or yellow shirt. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is handling arrangements. MORRIS, Audrey Jean, 66, of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Richmond, passed away, Tuesday, August 12, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Helen Poore (David) of Richmond; her twin grandchildren, Cheyenne and Johnny Poore; her two brothers, Billy Morris (Grace) and Jimmy Morris; her three sisters, Frances Harvie (Walter), Dot Tomlin (Rennie) and Rhea Ziesmer. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Park, Sandston, Va. 23150 at 2 p.m. The… will be held at Charity United Methodist Church Cemetery Wednesday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jamie Murphy officiating. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Maestas Chapel, on Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach, is handling arrangements. The family will be receiving friends at 557 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, today from 6:30 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church, 465 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23457 or Creeds Rescue Squad. We'll miss you "Teeny… will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, from Fairmont Baptist Church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. Overton, Dorothy Jeannette Saunders s will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 22, 2008, at Jerusalem Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Virginia L. Pace NORFOLK - Virginia L. Pace, 83, of the 1200 block of Norview Ave., passed Aug. 14, 2008. A funeral will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Riddick Funeral Service. will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at Alleghany Memorial Park. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home. Barry Keith Phillippe, 37, of Moneta, Va., died Sunday, August 17, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. s 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at Riverside Baptist Church. Arrangements by Williams Funeral Home, Chilhowie, Va. PLANAS, Frank Joseph, born July 22, 1915 in New York, N.Y., to Anna Chambers and Francisco Planas y Valladares, died August 17, 2008. He is survived by his son, Francis John Planas and daughter-in-law, Gail Welling Planas, of St. Mary's, Ga.; grandson, Stephen Welling Planas of Syracuse, N.Y.; niece, Annie Miro of Ft. Charlotte, Fla.; and cousin, Maureen Allen Holder of Jackson Heights, N.Y. Raised and educated in Cuba, he married the late Lida Mary Magnani of Marietta, Ohio, May 24, 1941, in San Juan,… celebrating Deborah's life will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at the Rader Funeral Home Chapel, 630 Roanoke Road, Daleville officiated by the Rev. Jeff Gardner. Inurnment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 20, 2008, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home, 540-982-1212. POLLARD, Kenneth E., of Richmond, died August 17, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Pollard. He is survived by a son, Bruce Pollard and wife, Pam; a daughter, Susan Holloway and husband, Bill. Mr. Pollard was a Korean War veteran, and retired from Philip Morris after 43 years. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 Parham Rd. A service will be held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 227 Cherry Street, at 10… Reynolds, Claudine Elizabeth Mitchell s Thursday, August 19, 2008, 2 p.m. at the Lotz Salem Chapel. Aug 19, 2008 Robert Junior Fields, 67, died Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. Mickey Roberts, 60, of Wytheville, Va., passed away Monday, August 18, 2008. Arrangements by the Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va. Aug 19, 2008 Ross Ford Gardner, 56, of Rocky Mount, died Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was born in Martinsville on Dec. 5, 1951, to Lena Ross Gardner of Rocky Mount and Ivan Ford Gardner. He was preceded in death by his father. He had worked for National Auto Glass and Art Co., and he was a member of Gospel Baptist Church. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife, Janice Greer Gardner of the home; a son, Joshua Daniel Gardner of Martinsville; two stepdaughters,… Dr. Carl M. Russell, 85, of Salem, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2008. Arrangements by John M. Oakey and Son, Salem, Va. Wanda K. "Duckie" Sadler, 62, of Chesterfield, passed away Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Sherman and Gladys Steele Pertee. Mrs. Sadler is survived by her husband, Earnest M Sadler Sr. of Chesterfield; her children, Earnest M. Sadler Jr. of Chesterfield, Harold L. Sadler and wife, Lisa, of Chester, Ruth F. Meyer and husband, Robert, of Colonial Heights, and Ronald A. Sadler and fiancée, Natoshia Harget, of Chesterfield; grandchildren, Justin, Amanda, Jessica, James,… Robert J. Sawyer AVON - Robert James Sawyer, 62, died Aug. 17, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in St. John's United Methodist Church. Twiford's Island Chapel, Hatteras, is in charge. Philip Charles Sheffey, 18, of Rural Retreat died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008. He was a 2007 graduate of Rural Retreat High School and was a very loving and giving son. Funeral service was held Sunday, Aug. 10, at 2 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home with Jack King officiating. Interment was in the Odd Fellows Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Wanda Sheffey; maternal great-grandparents, Buck and Hazel Ingo; and a great-uncle, Tommy Ingo. Survivors include his mother, Wendy Wingo;… s will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. Candys S. Rountree PORTSMOUTH - Candys Shinault-Rountree died Aug. 15, 2008. Candys was born in Chesapeake July 30, 1989, to her parents, Donald F. Shinault and Kimberly Mason. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Reggie and Beth Shinault; sister, Melissa D. Shinault; uncles, J. Matthews and Reggie Shinault Jr. Survivors include her parents, Donald Shinault and Kimberly Mason; stepparents, Colleen Shinault and Jeff Mason; five brothers, Donald Shinault, Karl and Robert Schallermeir, Neil and Brent… A service of love and remembrance for Mr. Joseph L. Simmons, "Pee-Wee," will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Peter R. Jeffrey, First Baptist Church (West Petersburg), pastor, officiating. The family will assemble at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral establishment the day of the service. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South… s will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Promised Land Baptist Church, Moneta. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home. will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Cedarwood Cemetery. Massey Funeral Homes is in charge. at 6 p.m. Pauline will be buried alongside her loving and devoted husband, Pete, in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, 904-249-1100. Adam Marshall Starr, 22, of Disputanta, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008. He was born in Memphis, Tenn., and was the son of Jeffery Marshall and Cynthia Stewart Starr of Disputanta. Adam was preceded in death by his grandmother, Emma L. Stewart; an uncle, Max "Marty" Stewart; and a cousin, Sandi R. Bush. He is survived by a brother, Matthew J. Starr; grandparents, M.D. and Tula Starr of Memphis, Tenn.; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20,… Taylor Sr., Eugene Calvin "Gene" TAYLOR, Eugene Calvin "Gene" Sr., 80, eldest son of Philip Lynn and Dolly Rhodes Taylor, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2008. He is survived by his son, Eugene C. Taylor Jr.; three grand-children, Wendy C., Warren T. and Rachel A. Taylor ; two brothers, Philip L. Taylor Jr. and his wife, Clara Jean, and M. Courtney Taylor and his wife, Linda; one sister, Dorothy Taylor Zeller and her companion, Rudy Rogers. He retired as an optometrist with Bausch & Lomb with over 25 years of service. He… Marva Rogers Terry, 80, of Speedwell died Friday, Aug. 8, 2008. A memorial service was held Monday, Aug. 11, at 3 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Doug Stuart and the Rev. Derek Cowan officiating. She and her husband of 61 years, James Terry, reared two sons and a daughter in Durham, N.C., before retiring to Speedwell in 1994. During their retirement, they made many friends and enjoyed the Speedwell community. Memorial donations may be made to the Speedwell Volunteer Fire Department or to… Jason Thomas, 26, of Max Meadows, Va., passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008. Arrangements by the Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va. Timothy Lee Thomas, 47, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, August 11, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. George Leonard (Took) Thompson, 80, of Fincastle, passed away Friday, August 15, 2008. Tribute and Celebration will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 23, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000. THORN, Charles D., 76, of Southerland Place in Midlothian, where he was well cared for, went to be with his Lord August 16, 2008, after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease a year and a half ago. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Helen M. Thorn; son, David A. Thorn and his wife, Janet; daughter, Deborah A. Rimmell and her husband, Daniel; grandchildren, Cary M. Thorn, Lauren A. Rimmell, Kelly A. Thorn, Kristy L. Thorn and Kelsey L. Rimmell. He was born in Glendora, N.J., and served in the U.S… Bobbie T. Thornton, 74, of Pulaski, passed away Monday, August 18, 2008. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2008, in Evergreen Burial Park, Roanoke. Dr. George C. Anderson of Second Presbyterian Church, Roanoke, will officiate. Arrangements are by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. VALENTINE, Marylena Elam, 89, of Chase City, Va., departed this life Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital, Lynchburg, Va. Cherishing her memories are three children, Robert Valentine, Johnsie Valentine Davis (John) and Fred S. Valentine (Carolyn); nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; one devoted sister-in-law, Margaret Valentine Brown-Flippen; two devoted nephews, Ernest Timberlake (Ann), Earl Timberlake (LaWana) and a vast number of other loving relatives and caring friends.… Lydia Louise Stanley Vest, 75, of Radford, died Saturday, August 16, 2008, after a long, happy life. She was born August 14, 1933, in Botetourt County to Vester Lee Stanley and Lena Belle Myers Stanley. She grew up on and around Tinker Mountain, which remained one of her favorite places in the world. She was a 1951 graduate of Troutville High School and a 1954 graduate of Lewis-Gale Hospital School of Nursing. She worked at Lewis-Gale Hospital in downtown Roanoke and retired as an OB/labor and delivery… Alvin Jesse Viars, 66, of Wytheville died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, at Carrington Place at Wytheville. Funeral service was held Monday, Aug. 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Billy Dean officiating. A graveside service was held Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 1 p.m. at the Davis Cemetery. He was born Nov. 6, 1941, in Wythe County, son of the late Harry and Margie Edwards Viars. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Montgomery Viars; son, Alvin Jesse Viars Jr.; and a brother, Ronnie Viars.… Betty Gilliland Vigneault NORFOLK - Betty Gilliland Vigneault, 76, of the 2400 block of Stribling Lane, died Aug. 15, 2008, in her residence. She was a native of Pinehurst, N.C., and a resident of Norfolk since 1961. She was the daughter of the late Leslie and Lula Byrd Gilliland and was the widow of Eugene G. Vigneault Sr. She was preceded in death by her son, Eugene G. Vigneault Jr. Betty was a Roman Catholic and a Sultanna with the International Order of the Alhambra, Padul Caravan No. 69 and was an… WAKEFIELD, Kent, 68, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 17, 2008. He is survived by his sons, Mike and Douglas Wakefield; grandchildren, Nicole, Melissa, Kristina, and Nathan Wakefield; brother, Tommy Wakefield. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd., (Rt. 10). His funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Dale Memorial Park. will be held Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel. Aug 19, 2008 The service will be private for Wayne Allen Cluff, 49, of 14 James St., Collinsville, who died Aug. 16, 2008, at his home. He was born in Salisbury, Md., on Aug. 22, 1958, to Robert Lee Cluff and Margaret Lee Green Cluff. He was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving are his wife, Zera Cluff of Collinsville; a daughter, Tara Cluff of Salisbury; four brothers, Robert Cluff Jr. and Gary Cluff, both of Salisbury, Stewart Cluff of Arlington and Charles Cluff of Salisbury; two sisters, Patricia… WELCH, James Wymore, 80, of Virginia Beach, Va., died Saturday, August 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 50 years, Laura Eliza Cotton Welch. A Fan District resident since 1966, he was born in Omaha, Nebraska on June 7, 1928 to the late Walter James Welch and Edythe Ann Welch. Mr. Welch was a retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer, who served during World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam Era. His military medals include the Silver Star, Bronze Star with Oak Leaf Cluster,… Harold Windell White COLERAIN - Harold Windell White, 79, died Aug. 18, 2008, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. He was born in Bertie County March 29, 1929, to the late Joseph Ruffin and Sallie Castellow White. He was predeceased by his wife Lovie Lee White. Mr. White was a farmer and member of Capeharts Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. Survivors include sons, Danny W. White and wife Melinda of Windsor, Lee Ruffin White and Bob Ivan White and wife Catherine, all of Colerain; brothers, Joseph… s and also as a Sunday school teacher. She was an avid bridge player for more than 40 years with membership in the American Contract Bridge League as a Life Master. She was a member of the Elizabeth River Women's Club, Norfolk Yacht and Country Club and the Norfolk Garden Club. Her joys were family, friends, dancing, playing cards, gardening, golfing, the beach and traveling but especially spending time with her husband. Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Nelda E. White, Glenda E. White and… Whiteley, Dr. Gurney Pritchett (Geep) will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Bethesda Presbyterian Church, Rockbridge Baths with Dr. William Klein officiating. Interment will be in Bethesda Presbyterian Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Union Theological Seminary Ministry Fund, Union Theological Seminary, 3401 Brooke Road, Richmond, Va. 23227. The family will receive friends at any time at the residence, 31 Hideaway Lane, Rockbridge Baths, Va. 24473. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home… at 10 until funeral time at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to the 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Ruby Maness Williams, 80, of Portsmouth, formerly of Wytheville, died Friday, Aug. 8, 2008, at her residence. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 13, at I p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel. Interment will be in West End Cemetery. She was born in Scott County, daughter of the late James H. and Ella Mae Maness. She was a food service supervisor at Co-Op Corp. at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. She was preceded in death by her husband, William M. Williams Sr. Survivors include a daughter, Peggy Lynn Sharpe… .com. |
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