Sunday, August 24, 2008

Virginia Daily Obituaries 08/24/08

  • ANDERSON, Charles Irby

    Charles Irby Anderson Charles Irby Anderson, 76, of Beales Lane, Nathalie, passed away Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, at his home. He was the husband of Frances Myers Anderson. Mr. Anderson was born in Halifax County on July 11, 1932, son of the late Willie L. Anderson and Edith R. Anderson. He was a member of Republican Grove Methodist Church and Woodmen of the World, and was a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Daystrom Furniture Industries and was also a retired farmer. In addition to his wife, he is…

    • Adamson, Edmund

      from 11 a.m. to noon. Burial will follow the reception at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. Donations can be sent to Visitation/Mission of FBCN at 312 Kempsville Road, Norfolk, 23502. A guestbook may be signed and condolences can be sent to the family at

      • Agnes Jarrett

        Aug 24, 2008 A graveside service for Agnes Jarrett, 86, of Bassett, who died Aug. 20, 2008, was held Saturday at Roselawn Burial Park. The Revs. Gary Edwards and Anthony Jarrett officiated. Pallbearers were Douglas Edwards, Glenn Elvis Dalton, Ralph Stone, Cleo McAlexander, Dale Lee and James Foley. Bassett Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

        • Allen, Evelyn Marie Coffey

          s will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, August 25, 2008, at Sardis United Methodist Church by the Rev. Jack Bartee, Pastor of the church. Interment will follow in Tudor Hall Cemetery in the Sardis community. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. today, August 24, 2008, at Whitten Monelison Chapel and other times at the home of Gay and Harry Stinnett, 1886 Lexington Turnpike, Amherst. The family requests those wishing to make memorial contributions consider Sardis U.M. Church, P.O. Box 1603,…

          • BOHON Jr., William David

            William David Bohon Jr. William David Bohon Jr., 72, of Forest died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of Norma Bailey Bohon for 51 wonderful years. Born in Roanoke, he was the son of the late William David Bohon and the late Marie Bryant Bohon. Bill was a member of Keystone Baptist Church and a retired postal carrier for the U.S. Postal Service after 32 years of service. He served his country as a U.S. Marine during the fighting in Lebanon. He was a great husband,…

            • BRAXTON Sr., Daniel Wallace

              Daniel Wallace Braxton Sr. Minister Daniel Wallace Braxton Sr. of Madison Heights departed this life Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, after a brief illness. He was born in Amherst County on May 18, 1925, the son of the late James Authur and Maggie Henry Braxton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Missionary Ruth Braxton; six brothers, Fred, Charles, James, Herman, Harry Sr. and Matthew; three sisters, Alma Pryor, Doris Poindexter and Esther Johnson; and two sons, Kenneth and Clarence Braxton. He was a veteran of…

              • Bailey, L. Garland

                BAILEY, L. Garland, 91, died August 22, 2008 after a brief illness. He was born near Mountcastle, Va., in New Kent County. A World War II veteran, he served with the 655th Field Artillery Battalion and saw action in the Philippines. He was retired from Drug Way/Drug Fair stores. A member of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Garland was the widower of Alva C. Bailey and is survived by his son, Preston. The family will receive friends at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., Sunday, from 6…

                • Baugh (Ret.), Lt. Col. Howard L.

                  BAUGH, Lt. Col. (Retired) Howard L., former Tuskegee Airman of Petersburg, departed this life Saturday, August 23, 2008. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. (804-732-8911). www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

                  • Baugh, Howard

                    Howard L. Baugh, Lt. Col. USAF, (Retired), Tuskegee Airman of Petersburg, Va., died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008 at Johnston-Willis Medical Center, Richmond, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com .

                    • Bock, Bernice Sobel

                      BOCK, Bernice Sobel 77, of Carrboro, daughter of the late Ann and Robert Sobel, passed away at home on August 23, 2008. As a young woman, Bernice was vibrant and connected with the hearts of everyone around her. Her passion for the healing arts led her to study Reiki and hypnotherapy. She was an avid reader, crossword puzzle master and Sudoku enthusiast, a member of the Westbourne Garden Club and the Red Hat Society. While living in Richmond, she volunteered at Beth Shalom Nursing Home and MCV Hospitality…

                      • Bonham, Wanda Lucille

                        s 11 a.m. Monday, August 25, 2008, at Atkins Memorial United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.

                        • Bonney, Robert

                          will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at The Masonic Home of Virginia, 4101 Nine Mile Road, Richmond, VA 23223.

                          • Bonney, Robert Lee

                            BONNEY, Robert Lee, of Naples, Fla., died August 19, 2008 after a short illness. Born September 26, 1909, he grew up in Virginia Beach, Va., and lived there until moving to Florida in 1969. He was the founder and operator of Bonney Motor Express, Inc., and once served as President of the Virginia Highway Users and on the Virginia Beach Police Board. He was a Mason and former Grand Master of his lodge in Norfolk, Va. He was beloved by all who knew him and he never met a stranger. He was married to Mary…

                            • Bostic, Abigail Ann

                              will be held 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2008, in the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.

                              • Bowers, Frances Fridley

                                will be held 2 p.m. Monday in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel.

                                • Bowles, Claudine Akers

                                  . Arrangements by the Elliston Chapel of Simpson Funeral Home, 540-268-3007.

                                  • Bowron, Daisy

                                    will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Kellum Funeral Home, Rosewood Chapel, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach. Donations in her name may be made to the Hospice of Eastern Shore, P.O. Box 316, Parksley, VA 23421.

                                    • Briggs, Jack H.

                                      Jack Harrison Briggs, 81, of Hopewell, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 23, 2008. He is preceded in death by his three brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Sarah; two daughters, Darlene Shelton and her husband Cary, Donna Gladwell and her husband Robert; three granddaughters; and one great- granddaughter, several nieces & nephews and a loving church family. Originally from Mount Holly N.C., he joined the Merchant Marines in 1945 at the age of 17, where…

                                      • Britt, Alvin

                                        s. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is assisting the family.

                                        • Broughman, Clarence John

                                          s 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2008, Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home.

                                          • Brown, Virginia Estelle

                                            BROWN, Mrs. Virginia Estelle, age 87, of Cartersville, departed this life in Richmond on Friday, August 22, 2008. Her remains rest at Marian Gray Thomas Funeral Home, Cumberland. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, Cartersville, Va. with interment in the church cemetery.

                                            • Broyles, Billy Ray

                                              at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice, 125-E Arrowhead Trail, Christiansburg, VA 24073. The Broyles family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com.

                                              • Burton, Mary W.

                                                Mary W. Burton, 60, of Prince George, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Garland William and Mary LaVerne Nuckles Wallace; and the widow of David "Pete" Burton Jr. She was preceded in death by a son, Christopher W. Lea. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, August 25, 2008 at the Colonial Heights Church of the Nazarene, 601 Ellerslie Ave., with the Rev. Louis Lamphire. officiating. Interment will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The…

                                                • Cannaday, Laura Dudley

                                                  • Caton, John Gerrard

                                                    CATON, John Gerrard, 73, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 20, 2008. He was buried Friday, August 22, 2008 at Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Amelia, Va.

                                                    • Chewning, Doris Maxine Spickard

                                                      s will be at noon Monday, August 25, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Larry Sprouse officiating. Interment will be in Glade Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 24, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

                                                      • Childress, Joyce Diane (Memoriam)

                                                        • Christensen, Milo Westley

                                                          Milo Westley Christensen Milo Westley Christensen, age 84, of Sumerduck, Virginia passed away in the Inova Hospital, Fairfax, Virginia Thursday, August 21, 2008. Mr. Christensen was born in Clark Grove, Minnesota, October 21, 1923 to Hobert Christensen and Gertrude Paulson Christensen; served his country during World War II in the U.S. Marines in the Pacific Theater; was a charter member of the Sumerduck Ruritan with 41 years of perfect attendance; was a member of the Miracle Tabernacle of God and loved…

                                                          • Christian, Clarence Alfred "Al"

                                                            CHRISTIAN, Clarence Alfred "Al", of New Kent County, departed this life August 22, 2008. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later.

                                                            • Christy N. Fulcher

                                                              Aug 24, 2008 Christy Nicole Fulcher, 23, of Martinsville, died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, in Greenville, N.C. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

                                                              • Clark, Allan Norborne

                                                                CLARK, Allan Norborne, 82, died August 19, 2008. A Richmond native, he was predeceased by his first wife, Margaret, in 2004. He was national sales manager for RCA Records in New York prior to returning to Richmond in the 1970s, where he enjoyed a career in real estate. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Rinde-Thorsen; and brothers, Maben Clark and Ted Clark. There will be no service. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in his memory to the charity of your choice.

                                                                • Clark, Mary Helen Lambert

                                                                  • Cochran, Patricia

                                                                    • Cooper, Mary V.

                                                                      COOPER, Mary V., age 79, of Richmond, died August 20, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lindsay "Sut" Cooper Sr. Surviving are two daughters, Claudia C. Davis (Larry Sr. "Monty") and Janet K. Copeland; one son, Lindsay Cooper Jr.; four grandchildren, Zakia and Aya Copeland, Ashley B. Cooper and Larry Davis Jr.; three great-grandchildren, Jalin and Kadae James, and Shamaya Johnson; one sister, Katherine "Kas" Blanding; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; devoted…

                                                                      • Cornick IV, Martin Luther

                                                                        for Martin will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, 1501 Colonial Ave., Norfolk. Please consider a donation to charity in Martin's memory. Martin loved the Norfolk Botanical Garden and contributed regularly to the Norfolk SPCA and the Virginia Beach SPCA but a contribution to any charity would extend the goodness and kindness of his life. Online condolences may be sent to the family at

                                                                        • Cox, Mary Sumner

                                                                          Mary Sumner Cox, of Draper, Va., passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Inc., Pulaski, Va.

                                                                          • Crowder, Russell

                                                                            Russell Crowder of 121 Slagle Ave., Petersburg, died Saturday morning at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center, Richmond. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.

                                                                            • Davis, Betty Jane

                                                                              Betty Jane Davis, 77, of Lynch Station, passed away Friday, August 22, 2008. Funeral Tuesday, noon, Updike Funeral Chapel, Huddleston.

                                                                              • Davis, Georgia Anna

                                                                                Mrs. Georgia Anna Davis, 79, of Rocky Mount, Va., died Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va.

                                                                                • Dillard Sr., James Woodson

                                                                                  DILLARD, James Woodson Sr., 90, of Richmond, died Thursday, August 21, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Ellen B. Dillard; his daughter, Lura Dillard; two sons, James W. Dillard Jr. and Robert A. Dillard and his wife, Sandra; his stepson, Gary W. Hackworth and his wife, Nancy; two brothers, one sister, 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Mr. Dillard founded AAA Window Cleaning Company in 1937. He had a strong presence in the city of Richmond for many years. During that time, he touched many people…

                                                                                  • Dobson, Louise Hicks

                                                                                    DOBSON, Louise Hicks, born May 18, 1912 in Goochland County, passed away Friday, August 22, 2008, in Richmond. She was predeceased by her husband, Lt. Col. Charles Willard Dobson, Ret.; her parents, Robert James and Mary Ann Southworth Hicks. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rhea Dobson McCaffrey and James E. McCaffrey, of Richmond; one granddaughter, Mary Louise Adams of Goochland; and two great-granddaughters, Megan Louise and Madelyn Maye Adams, both of Goochland. Mrs. Dobson was retired…

                                                                                    • Dodson, Evelyn Lena

                                                                                      DODSON, Evelyn Lena, of Richmond, Va., formerly of Fulton, departed this life August 20, 2008. She is survived by one son, Calvin A. Hughes (Bernice); one daughter, Evelyn H. Smith (Linwood); nine grandchildren, Brenda (Sam), Calvin III (Gloria), Dale (Arnette), Conchita, April (David), Monique (Leonard), Carla, Carlos and Yomata; one sister-in-law, Rose Cameron; four nephews, Daniel Jr., Johnnie, Steven and Dale Cameron; two nieces, Normie Cameron and Dorothy Babgy; a host of great-grandchildren,…

                                                                                      • Dorothy H. Nowlin

                                                                                        • Dunton Sr., Jeffrey Scott

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                                                                                          • Duvall, Catherine

                                                                                            will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Virginia Beach Coop Ext. 385-4769 or the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater, (757) 410-9703. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is handling arrangements.

                                                                                            • E. Ruth Wyatt

                                                                                              Aug 24, 2008 The funeral for Elsie “Ruth” Wyatt, 89, of Martinsville, who died Aug. 19, 2008, was held Friday at Fuller Memorial Baptist Church with the Revs. Robert Breckenridge and Joyce Ann Harville officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Tim Pulliam, David Wyatt, Alan Robertson, Patrick Slack, Eugene Purcell, Don Purcell, Steve Nelson and Walter Harger. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel.

                                                                                              • Efrain Servin-Olmos

                                                                                                • Egbert, Mary J.

                                                                                                  at their family plot in Marcella, N.J. at a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to the Salvation Army. Local arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home and Crematory, Salem.

                                                                                                  • Ethel I. Plaster

                                                                                                    Aug 24, 2008 The funeral for Ethel Irene Plaster, 97, of Bassett and formerly of Eden, N.C., who died Aug. 21, 2008, was held Saturday at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel. The Rev. James Dickerson officiated. Burial was in the Plaster family cemetery in Patrick Springs. Pallbearers were Ervin Cassady, Junior Cassady, Leon Plaster, Jason Brown and Victor Craighead.

                                                                                                    • Finch, Audrey

                                                                                                      will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Portsmouth. Family and friends will assemble at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at the cemetery.


                                                                                                    • Flora, Boyd Benjamin

                                                                                                      • Florence D. Warrington

                                                                                                        • Ford Sr., Gregory M.

                                                                                                          FORD, Gregory M. Sr., departed this life August 21, 2008. Arrangements by

                                                                                                          • Freeze, Magdalena Astruc

                                                                                                            FREEZE, Magdalena Astruc, peacefully entered into eternal rest Saturday, August 23, 2008. Magdalena was born on April 18, 1962 in Pamplona, Spain. She is survived by her loving husband, Jon and their four children, Michael, Kimmie, Carmen and Matthew. She will be deeply missed by her parents, Dr. Juan Astruc and Pilar Astruc as well as her siblings and their spouses, Dr. Manuel Astruc, Salud Layton, Pilar and Jack Moore, Dr. Juan A. Astruc Jr. and Beth Astruc, Rafael and Jessica Astruc and Patricia and…

                                                                                                            • Fulcher, Christy Nicole

                                                                                                              Christy Nicole Fulcher, 23, of Martinsville, died Friday, August 22, 2008. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, in Bassett.

                                                                                                              • GUINDON, George Albert

                                                                                                                George Albert Guindon George Albert Guindon, 93, of Lynchburg, formerly of Peoria, Ill., went home to be with his Savior on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008. He was the husband of the late Madelyn Leak Guindon for 66 years. Born near Lincoln, Vt., on Aug. 31, 1914, he was the son of the late Joseph Nicholas Guindon and the late Zoa Miles Guindon Standing. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by his brother, Carroll T. Guindon. George was a member of Timberlake Baptist Church and formerly…

                                                                                                                • George Gilbert

                                                                                                                  Aug 24, 2008 George Gilbert, 75, of Stanleytown Healthcare, died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, at Stanleytown Healthcare. Arrangements will be announced by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                  • Gettle, Elizabeth

                                                                                                                    Elizabeth (Betty) Gettle, 76, of Roanoke, died Friday, August 22, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. 540-989-3131.

                                                                                                                    • Gillison, Marian T.

                                                                                                                      GILLISON, Mrs. Marian T., of Richmond, departed this life August 23, 2008. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com.

                                                                                                                      • Givens, J. Edwin

                                                                                                                        GIVENS, J. Edwin, died Friday, August 22, 2008 at the age of 98. Mr. Givens was born in Newport, Va., the son of James Bittle and Mary Spessard Givens. He was a graduate of Virginia Tech, Class of 1931 and retired from Southern States Cooperative in 1975, where he was a senior executive. Mr. Givens was a founder of Westminster Canterbury, Richmond, and served five years as the first chairman of the board. He also served as chairman of the board of the Richmond Home for Ladies and was actively involved in…

                                                                                                                        • Gravins, Barbara R. "Bobbie"

                                                                                                                          GRAVINS, Barbara R. "Bobbie," 68, of Richmond, ended her fight with cancer August 19, 2008, when she joined her mother and daddy, Charles and Marion Reynolds, in heaven. Bobbie is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Jack; her three children, Jay, Alan and wife, Sherri Gravins, and Kim and husband, Dave O'Brien; her five devoted grandchildren whom she loved dearly, Jimmy, Joey and Jenna Gravins, and Jack and Claire O'Brien; two brothers, Charles and wife, Joanne, and Matthew and…

                                                                                                                          • Hagmayer, Henry Carl (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                            • Hamill, Jeanette M.

                                                                                                                              • Harris, Alvin

                                                                                                                                Alvin Harris CHESAPEAKE - Alvin Harris of the 1000 block of Fall Haven Court died Aug. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held Wednesday at noon in Bethany Baptist Church, Chesapeake. Community Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                • Hasson, Larry Wayne

                                                                                                                                  • Hattie S. Joyce

                                                                                                                                    Aug 24, 2008 The funeral for Hattie Sue Joyce of Martinsville, who died Aug. 16, 2008, was held Friday at Hines Funeral Services Chapel with Minister Carolyn Garnes officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Marcus D. Dillard, Anthony Cunningham, Joseph Joyce, Tony Bradley, Jamie Harville, Mark Dexture and Ike Fountain.

                                                                                                                                    • Hitt, Ruby Mae Davis

                                                                                                                                      Ruby Mae Davis Hitt Ruby Mae Davis Hitt, 85, of Stevensburg, Virginia passed away at Culpeper Health and Rehabilitation Center, Tuesday, August 19, 2008. Ruby was born June 13, 1923 to James Lucius Davis and Lillian Beulah Bradford Davis in Oxford, North Carolina; married the late Kenneth S. Hitt; worked beside Kenneth at the garage and grill in Stevensburg; was a member of the Stevensburg Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir; enjoyed reading and taking Sunday afternoon trips…

                                                                                                                                      • Hodges, Charles A.

                                                                                                                                        time at 11 a.m. At Chuck's request, he is to be cremated and taken to Key West, Florida. Faith Chapel Funeral Home, North 1000, Highway 29 S., Cantonment, FL is in charge of arrangements.

                                                                                                                                        • Hoiness, Doris

                                                                                                                                          will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery by the Rev. Fred Bunner. The family will receive friends in the funeral home Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 4809 Norfolk Cancer Fund or to your favorite charity. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                          • Holdren III, Hilton Reaves

                                                                                                                                            • Holt, Jean Lowry

                                                                                                                                              HOLT, Jean Lowry, 62, of Sandston, lost her courageous fight with cancer and went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 22, 2008. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 44 years, Russell W. Holt; her two sons, Chris (Amanda) and Anthony (Jen); eight grandchildren, numerous devoted family members and friends; and her two special sisters-in-law, Frances Schultz and Genni Rickman. She was preceded in death by her mother and father and a number of brothers and sisters. Her family will receive…

                                                                                                                                              • Huffman, Allene W.

                                                                                                                                                s will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 24, 2008, at Huffman Memorial Park. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va.

                                                                                                                                                • Hungate, William E.

                                                                                                                                                  . After his ministry there, he was honored to be chosen as Pastor Emeritus. Since retiring, he has served many churches as an interim pastor, the last being Longdale Baptist Church, in Eagle Rock, until December 2006. The Rev. Hungate volunteered as a Chaplain Associate at Lewis Gale Medical Center. Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Helen Austin Hungate; two daughters, Robin Hungate and Rebecca Gray; a brother, H. L. Hungate and wife, Elizabeth, of Lumberton, N.C.; a sister, Jane Hogan and husband,…

                                                                                                                                                  • Hyman, Henry

                                                                                                                                                    Henry Hyman WINDSOR - Henry Hyman, 65, of the 1700 block of Cooper Hill Road, died Aug. 22, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in Indian Woods Baptist Church, Windsor. Gilliam Funeral Home is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                    • James J. Murphy

                                                                                                                                                      Aug 24, 2008 The funeral for James J. Murphy of Martinsville, who died Aug. 15, 2008, was held Thursday at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Ruben Boyd officiating. Burial was in Peoples Cemetery in Martinsville. Pallbearers were Randy Martin, Ronnie Murphy, Melvin Murphy, Willie Murphy and Edward Murphy. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

                                                                                                                                                      • Jenkins, Helen Scott Cunningham

                                                                                                                                                        JENKINS, Helen Scott Cunningham, after a full and joyful life, has departed in peace to be with her Lord. Born in Richmond, Va., on August 29, 1915, she was the daughter of Scott Cunningham and Clarine Totty Cunningham. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 56 years, L. Howard Jenkins Jr. She is survived by her sister, Clarine Cunningham Bergren of Greenville, S.C.; her daughter, Helen Jenkins Ryan and her husband, Jim; her son, L. Howard Jenkins III and his wife, Cheryl; her grandsons, L.…

                                                                                                                                                        • Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book)

                                                                                                                                                          • Jessie B. Travis

                                                                                                                                                            Aug 24, 2008 Jessie Berkley Travis, 85, of 401 Fifth St., Martinsville, died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville/Henry County. Hairston Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

                                                                                                                                                            • Jones, Anthony S.

                                                                                                                                                              JONES, Anthony S., 32, of Highland Springs, passed away peacefully Friday, August 22, 2008 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his father, Scott A. Jones. He is survived by his devoted wife, Cynthia; three children, Preston Wade, Alora Anne and Joseph Tre; his mother, Kay of Strausburg, Va.; two sisters, Sarah and Emily; two brothers, Jeremy and Michael. Anthony served his country in the United States Marine Corps and received several decorations. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Monday,…

                                                                                                                                                              • Jones, Luther W.

                                                                                                                                                                • Jones, Shelia E.

                                                                                                                                                                  Funeral services for Mrs. Shelia Edwards Jones of 11444 Cedar Run Road, Petersburg (Prince George County) will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, from the Union Branch Baptist Church, Prince George County, Dr. Andrew J. White Sr. officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The remains will rest at the church at 9:30 a.m. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the above residence at 10 a.m. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. tonight at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax…

                                                                                                                                                                  • Kellison Jr., Leonard C. "Buddy"

                                                                                                                                                                    KELLISON, Leonard C. "Buddy" Jr., left his family here on earth on August 21, 2008 to join his beloved wife of 46 years, Linda, to continue their dance of love and companionship. He will also join his father and mother, Leonard and Bessie Kellison; and beloved sister, Greta Jo Alexander. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children, Debbie and David Bowen, Dean and Vicki Kellison, Kim Willis, and Dawn and Chuck Shell; his nine grandchildren, Heather, Joshua, Cole, Michael, Laci, Jared,…

                                                                                                                                                                    • Kennett, Ferris C.

                                                                                                                                                                      Ferris C. Kennett, 87, of Glade Hill, died Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, Rocky Mount.

                                                                                                                                                                      • Knowles, Ralph O.

                                                                                                                                                                        Ralph O. Knowles, of Ridgeway, Va., died Saturday, August 24, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services and Crematory, Martinsville, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                        • Kouten, Genevieve Aurora

                                                                                                                                                                          KOUTEN, Genevieve Aurora, 86, of Richmond, died August 22, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Simplicio and Immacolata Bertoldi; and her daughter, Jennifer Aurora Plentl. Survivors include her husband, Lt. Col. James Joseph Kouten, U.S. Army (Ret.); her sons, James E. Kouten and Joseph A. Kouten and their wives; one brother, Alfred Bertoldi; and three granddaughters. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross. Arrangements by the…

                                                                                                                                                                          • Kusterer, Edward L.

                                                                                                                                                                            KUSTERER, Edward L., age 98, of Richmond died August 23, 2008. He is survived by his sisters, Bernadette "Bernie" Woods and Mary McCormac; and his brother, Lawrence M. Kusterer (Kathleen). He was predeceased by his lifelong best friend, Gertrude Rea Salerni; his sister, Genevieve Fussell; his brothers, Joseph C., John H. and James E. Kusterer. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Edward was a veteran of World War II and served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theatre. He…

                                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle, Doris M. Wright Lindenau

                                                                                                                                                                              KYLE, Doris M. Wright Lindenau, age 78, died on Friday, August 22, 2008. Beloved mother of three daughters, Beatrice Anderson, Kathy Garnett (Bud) and Grace Carrington; a son, Curtis Shettle; sister, Katherine Pilkerton; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sons, Robert and Milton Lindenau and Tom Shettle; and a brother, Milton Harper Wright. Her remains rest at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull St. Rd., where the family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Landau, Rose W.

                                                                                                                                                                                Rose 'Cindy' W. Landau, 73, of Colonial Heights, died Friday, August 22, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. Mrs. Landau, formerly of Canada, was a retired employee of Titmus Optical, and was the widow of Horst Landau. Mrs. Landau is survived by two sisters-in-law, Margot Howe of Alabama and Eva Stephan of Canada; three nephews, Ollie Stephan and Michael Stephan, both of Canada, and Richard C. Howe of Texas; two nieces, Yvonne Welch of Alabama and Jeannette Poteet; dear friends,…

                                                                                                                                                                                • Lechler, Jane

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lera H. Rakes

                                                                                                                                                                                    Aug 24, 2008 The funeral for Lera Hopkins Rakes, 104, of 222 Figsboro Road, Martinsville, who died Aug. 21, 2008, was held Saturday at Norris Funeral Services Chapel with Elder David Wright officiating. Burial was in the Thomas-Rakes family cemetery in Franklin County. Pallbearers were Coy Morrison, Jimmy Minter, David Scruggs, Spencer Scruggs, Christfor Scruggs and Ray Slaughter.

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Long, Errol V.

                                                                                                                                                                                      Errol V. Long, 87, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707.

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Loope, Larry Grant

                                                                                                                                                                                        s will be held 11 a.m. Monday, August 25, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000.

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lynch, Brad (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Main, James Madison

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Maples, Constance Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                              Constance Marie Maples Constance Marie Maples, 69, of Locust Grove went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at Mary Washington Hospital. She was born on October 6, 1938 in Charlottesville, VA to the late William and Audrey Ladd Vaughan. Mrs. Maples was a member of Open Door Baptist Church. She enjoyed crocheting and loved to read. Above all, she cherished spending time with her family and playing with her great grandchildren. She will be remembered as a devout Christian, loving mother,…

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Marriner, William

                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Westlawn Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Massey, Albert T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  MASSEY, Albert T., of Richmond, departed this life August 22, 2008 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, H.T. Massey and Mary Massey of Irvington, Va. He is survived by his loving wife, Lynda; devoted son, Mark, and his fiancee, Kelly, of Midlothian; stepson, Timothy Spraker and his wife, Sharon, of Covington, Va., and their children, Samantha, Christopher, and Felicia; brother, John and his wife, Shirley, of Williamsburg, Va.; sister, Mary Massey-Gibson and her husband, Robert, of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Matthews, Elizabeth Anne

                                                                                                                                                                                                    time at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Jeff Matthews Museum. A guest book is available online at wwvv.vaughanguynn.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • McCune Sr., Sidney M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Sidney M. (Mac) McCune Sr., 73, of Fincastle, died Thursday, August 21, 2008. Visitation at 3826 Springwood Road, Fincastle, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2008. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home, Daleville, Va.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • McElroy, Ruth Donald

                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, August 25, 2008, at Bolling Grose & Lotts Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Miles officiating. Burial will follow in the Rockbridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2008. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Service, Buena Vista.


                                                                                                                                                                                                      • McEnheimer, Arthur

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Mr. Arthur McEnheimer, 80, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • McNally, Nicholas Ryan

                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be Tuesday, August 26, 2008, time will be announced. Interment will follow in St. Andrews Cemetery. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707.

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Melvin N. Frith, Sr.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Aug 24, 2008 The funeral for Melvin Norris Frith Sr., 84, of Bassett, who died Aug. 20, 2008, was held Saturday at Norris Funeral Services Chapel with Ministers Tim Wood and Lawrence Harris officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Barron Frith, Gary Frith, Bobby Eanes, Julian Barbour, Jeff Waldron, Harbour Gilley, David Brown and Jerry Bleckley.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Michaux, Wanda Jean Waddell

                                                                                                                                                                                                              MICHAUX, Mrs. Wanda Jean Waddell, graveside services will be held August 25, 11 a.m. at Maury Cemetery. Survivors include five children, Keesha, Kourtney, Kevin, Kendra and Kim; parents, Hazeleen and Bill Talbott; other relatives and friends. Mimms is in charge of arrangements.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Mitchell, Ruth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                Ruth H. Mitchell PORTSMOUTH - Ruth H. Mitchell, 73, of the 800 block of Cavalier Blvd., died Aug. 20, 2008, at her residence. She is survived by her three daughters, Janet Moore (Limmie), Evelyn Gaines and Sherry Ausby (Paul); son, Almond Mitchell (Naomi); two sisters, Lucy Hillard and Thelma Perry (Edgar); 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral will held Monday at 11 a.m. in Fisher Funeral Home Chapel, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth. Bishop Jean…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Murphy, Pamela

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Pamela B. Murphy VIRGINIA BEACH - Pamela Browning Murphy, 66, of the 600 block of Reasor Drive, died of cancer Aug. 20, 2008, at Sentara Leigh Hospital, Norfolk, surrounded by her family. She was born May 8, 1942, in Louisville, Ky., the daughter of the late Josephine and Donald Browning of Louisville. Pam was a graduate of Holy Rosary Academy and attended Nazareth College, both in Louisville. She met her husband-to-be Andrew Murphy, also of Louisville, when they were both 16. After his graduation from the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Neighbors, Frank William

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Newby, Hazel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Newsome Sr., John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        John W. Newsome Sr. CHESAPEAKE - John W. "Bobo" Newsome Sr., 84, passed away Aug. 22, 2008. John was born in Selma, Ala., and was the son of the late Lillian and Thomas Newsome and was predeceased by his daughter, Mary Ann Newsome. He joined the Navy and was stationed aboard the USS Hornet in the Pacific where he participated in the Jimmy Doolittle raid, as well as the Battles of the Coral Sea and Midway. He was also aboard the Hornet when she sank during the Battle of Santa Cruz. John later…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Nixon, Florence

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Florence Nixon SUFFOLK - Florence Geneva Carpenter Nixon, 89, died Aug. 22, 2008, in Sentara Obici Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Mills S. and Betty Moore Duck and the widow of Lawrence B. Carpenter and Otha Rudolph Nixon. She was predeceased by three daughters, Mary Frances Asbell, Elnora C. Upton and Mamie Elizabeth Harrell. Mrs. Nixon worked for Birdsong Peanuts and Tidewater Blanching as a picker. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Frances Geneva…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Norris Sr., Donald Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            time on Thursday at McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Orr, Byrd Parrish "Ruby Virginia"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              ORR, Byrd Parrish "Ruby Virginia," born in 1906, passed away August 21, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion V. Orr, with whom she had been married for 74 years. She is survived by one daughter, Dorothy Orr Tiller; and three grandchildren, Douglas Ashton Dovell, Wayne Morgan Dovell and Susan D. Brown (Fred). She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, Christy, Kelley and Megan Brown, Brian and Patrick Dovell, and Bridget and Jacob Dovell. A graveside service will be held…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • PLOGGER, Carolyn Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Carolyn Ann Plogger Carolyn Ann Plogger, 60, of Lynchburg died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was the wife of the late Arthur Edward Plogger Sr. Born Aug. 15, 1948, in Rockbridge County, she was a daughter of William R. McCallister Sr. and Dorothy McCallister of Buena Vista. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Dorothy Plogger, and a granddaughter, Tiffany Plogger. Mrs. Plogger is…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pace, Garrick Ray "Gary"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PACE, Garrick Ray "Gary", 22, of Goochland, was called home for eternal rest on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at MCV Hospital. Garrick was educated in Goochland County Public Schools and furthered his education at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. He was employed by Home Depot, Short Pump. He is survived by his parents, Haywood L. and Estelle Brice Pace Sr.; four brothers, two sisters and a host of devoted family and friends. Remains rest at Robert Mealy Funeral Home, Goochland, Va. A homegoing…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Palmer, Elsie F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Parcell, Sandra L. Henegar (Memoriam)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Parham, Dora E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Evangelist Dora Elizabeth Parham, 51, of 110 Barkley Place, Waverly Va., departed this life Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 in the Norfolk Sentara Hospital, Norfolk Va. She was a native of Sussex County and daughter of Mrs. Mary E. Nixon and the late Mr. William L. Nixon Sr. She was educated in the public schools of Sussex County and graduated from Sussex Central High School in 1975. She attended Norfolk State University and recently graduated from the Personal Touch Home Health Care, PCA program in Colonial…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Patton, Margaret Lewis Hines

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PATTON, Margaret Lewis Hines, age 86, of Birmingham, Ala., died on August 14, 2008, after a lengthy illness. She was born in Richmond, Va., on May 15, 1922, the eldest child of the marriage of Elwood Raeford Hines and Clarissa Jane Lewis. She graduated from John Marshall High School in Richmond and attended Ferrum College in Ferrum, Va. On July 15, 1945, she was married to 2nd Lt. Samuel Lee Patton, U. S. Army Air Corps, of Montgomery, Ala., and they lived for many years in Decatur, Ala. They resided for…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Paulding, Carolyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            from 3 to 5 p.m. in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Peace, Gladys Elliott

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              PEACE, Gladys Elliott, 73, of Mechanicsville, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 22, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer of which she fought with grace and a smile on her face. She was preceded in death by her father and mother and two brothers. She is survived by her two daughters, Judy Kilgour and her husband, Guy Kevin, Norma Ring and her husband, Jimmy; two very special grandchildren that she adored, Stephanie Kay and Guy Kevin Kilgour Jr.; a sister, Mildred Jeter; and a brother,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Perdue, Philip Sutherland

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PERDUE, Philip Sutherland, 92, of Richmond, passed away Friday, August 22, 2008 at his home, Brighton Gardens. Arrangements to be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Bliley's- Central.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Perry, Estelle

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  for Estelle Mills Perry will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in New Mount Zion Baptist Church, 416 Stonewall St., Franklin. J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc. is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Powers, Beatrice C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Beatrice C. Powers, 85, of Daleville, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Proctor, Ralph Eason "Pete"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      PROCTOR, Ralph Eason "Pete", 73, died August 22, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Martha Skinner Proctor; three sons, Brian Eason Proctor and wife Karin of South Lake, Texas; Douglas Reid Hite and wife, Anna of Charlotte, N.C.; and Lt. Col. Hampton Edward Hite, Kabul, Afghanistan; four granddaughters, Emily Carson Proctor, Amanda Hite Pardue, Caroline Elizabeth Hite and Katherine Virginia Hite; one grandson, George Webb Proctor; and one great-grandson, Dillon Reid Pardue; two sisters, Jean P.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Pruett, Lillian Mae Daugherty

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held on Monday, August 25, 2008, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Interment will follow at Butts Cemetery. in Salem. Online condolences may be made to the family at johnmoakey.com. The Pruett family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, in Salem, 540-389-5441.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • REVELY Sr., Dan R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Dan R. Revely Sr. Dan R. Revely Sr. departed this life Aug. 21, 2008, at his residence. He was born March 17, 1950, to James and Mary Revely. He is survived by his wife, Peggy L. Revely. From this union they had four children, Angie Elcox (Herbie), Dan Revely Jr. (Angie), both of Madison Heights, Brian Revely of Gladstone and Troy Revely (Jessica) of Lynchburg. He is also survived by six grandchildren, seven brothers and three sisters. A funeral service for Dan R. Revely Sr. will be conducted at 2 p.m.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Ralph O. Knowles

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Aug 24, 2008 Ralph O. Knowles of 384 Devonshire Drive, Ridgeway, died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, at Stanleytown Healthcare. Funeral arrangements are by Norris Funeral Services and Crematory.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rand, Theresa Louise

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              RAND, Theresa Louise, 48, of Richmond, formerly of South Portland, Maine, went home unexpectedly to be with Jesus on Wednesday, August 20, 2008. She was the loving and special daughter of Nelson "Randy" Rand and his companion, Peggy Norman, of Colonial Heights and Patty Chiasson Smith and stepdad, Edward Smith, of Standish, Maine. She is survived by a sister, Sandra Ellen Barfield and her daughter, Carrie Lee, of Florida. Also, she leaves her closest best friend and confidant, Ken Kay, of Colonial…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Randall, Mary Holmes

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                RANDALL, Mary Holmes, was peacefully lifted to her Heavenly home on August 19, 2008, after being hospitalized for a brief illness on the Palliative Care Unit of the MCV Hospitals. A native of Richmond and a lifelong resident of Church Hill, she was a retired master tailor, seamstress and clothing designer. Mrs. Randall was the oldest of three daughters of the late Arthur J. and Mary Spain Holmes. She was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Randall and sister, Constance Holmes Bolden. She leaves to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Robinett Jr., Herman

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Roop, Barbara Kime

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sacra, Catherine A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      SACRA, Catherine A., of Mineral, Va., passed away August 22, 2008 at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Va. She was born August 1, 1925 in Louisa, Va. to the late Thomas L. Armstrong and Pacolia Parsons Armstrong. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Victor H. Sacra Sr. Mrs. Sacra was retired from Louisa Manufacturing Co. She is survived by her children, Victor H. Sacra Jr. of Mineral and Barbara J. Sacra of Virginia Beach; two sisters, Beatrice…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Sadler, Mary E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        SADLER, Miss Mary E., of White Plains, died Saturday, August 23, 2008. Survived by four brothers, Edward N. of White Plains, William A. "Billy" of Ebony, Kenneth D. of Gasburg and Michael J. Sadler of LaCrosse; one sister, Diana S. Parker of LaCrosse. Graveside service Sunday (today) at 3 p.m. in Tabernacle U.M.C. Cemetery, White Plains, with a visitation to follow. At all other times at the home of Diana Parker at 174 Hall Rd., LaCrosse. Memorial contributions to Tabernacle U.M.C. Cemetery Fund,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Scott, Mary Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Mary Ann Scott Mary Ann Scott, 75, of Culpeper died Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at the Orange County Nursing Home. She was born March 1, 1933 in Rappahannock to the late Richard Timbers and Mary Jackson Hunter. Mrs. Scott was a member of Divine Life Baptist Church and Shiloh Baptist Church in Woodville. She is survived by her children, Larry Lester Scott and his wife, Monique of Charlottesville, Gracelia Ann Scott of Brooklyn, NY, Bertha Maude Rojas and her husband, Steven of Culpeper, Kathey F. Scott-Logan…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Sellers, Patricia Tucker

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            SELLERS, Patricia Tucker, 67, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2008, having been recently diagnosed with cancer. Her memory will be cherished by her devoted daughter, Amanda Wynn; aunts, Genevieve Melton of Ashland and Goldie Crowder of Richmond; niece, Linda Parker and family of Henderson, Nev.; nephew, Phillip Smith of Mechanicsville; and many cousins, notably Evelyn Leadbetter and Lou Montgomery. She was predeceased by her sisters, Phyllis H. Smith and Melba H. Lipscomb. Patricia was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Servin-Olmos, Efrain

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              3 p.m. Sunday, August 24, 2008, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Starr, Scott

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    will be conducted Tuesday at 10 a.m. in The Chapel by the Sea at the Dam Neck Annex. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sullivan Jr., Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Michael John Sullivan Jr. NORFOLK - Michael John Sullivan Jr., 35, passed away unexpectedly Aug. 22, 2008, in Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center, Norfolk, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Michael was born Aug. 9, 1973, in Portsmouth, the son of Michael John Sullivan Sr. and Rose Angela Sullivan, both of Norfolk. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Rian Share Sullivan; parents, Rose Angela and Michael John Sullivan Sr.; mother and father-in-law, Leslie and Judy Share, all of Norfolk;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • TRENT, Mildred Tabb

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Mildred Tabb Trent Mildred Tabb Trent, 86, of Appomattox died at her residence on Aug. 23, 2008. She was wife of the late David McNider Trent. Born in Newport News on Sept. 17, 1921, she was the daughter of William Lively and Alice Lear Tabb. Millie was a nurse for Dr. Clyde G. O'Brien for 27 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of Memorial United Methodist, where she served in many capacities, including UMW life member and president, chairman of the Trustees and chairman of the Administrative…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Taggert, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          James D. Taggert NORFOLK - James D. Taggert, 82, passed away Aug. 14, 2008. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He spent the majority of his life helping others and will be dearly missed. He was born in Freeborn, Minn., to the late Joseph and Catherine Taggert Irvin and was also predeceased by his first wife, Mildred Taggert; a son, James Daniel Taggert; a grandson, John-Michael Taggert; two brothers, David and Joseph; and three sisters, Mary Agnes, Margaret and Catherine. He…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Teitlebaum, Bob (Featured Guest Book)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Teitlebaum, Robert Louis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008, at Temple Emanuel with Rabbi Kathy Cohen officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Teitlebaum Youth Fund, c/o Temple Emanuel, 1163 Persinger Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24015. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Tilley, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  James Tilley NORFOLK- James "Jimmy" Tilley of the 500 block of Massachusetts Ave. passed away Aug. 20, 2008. A funeral will be held Tuesday at noon in Queen Street Baptist Church, Norfolk. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Tucker, Willis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mr. Willis Tucker of 8505 Vaughan Road, Petersburg, VA departed this life Saturday, August 23, 2008 at his residence. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA (804) 732.8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com .

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Turpin, Loretta Keen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      11 a.m. Monday at Grace Memorial Baptist Church. Visitation today from 2 to 4 p.m. at Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, 540-586-7360.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Harry Walker Jr. Harry Walker Jr., 72, of Palmyra, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2008. The graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2008, at his ancestral home in La Crosse, Virginia. The La Crosse Cemetery is located at 6665 Marengo Road, La Crosse, Virginia, 23950. Following the service, the Walker family will receive friends at the La Crosse Baptist Church 102 North Carter Street, La Crosse, Virginia, 23950

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Vaughn Jr., John William

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          John William Vaughn Jr., 95, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • WELLS, Estes D. "Jimmy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Estes D. "Jimmy" Wells After many battles in his life, Jimmy went to Heaven to live with Jesus on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, at the age of 70, no longer having to endure the struggles and pain that this life sometimes brings. Jimmy was born Dec. 25, 1937, in Shipman to the late George Walker and Sadie Goolsby Wells. He is survived by his sons, Jimmy and his wife, Janice, Randall and his companion, Tammy, and their mother, Fay; one granddaughter, Michelle; and his loving companion for many years, Doris…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Walker Jr., Harry

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              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.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wanda M. Luckado

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Aug 24, 2008 Wanda Dean Mabry Luckado, 55, of Stuart, died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008. She was born in Carroll County on Sept. 3, 1952, to Emery Mabry and Nelma Moran. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Harold Mabry. Surviving are five daughters, Kimberly R. Trent of Patrick Springs, Jennifer H. Padgett of Martinsville, Stacey G. Holt of Stuart, Heather L. Midkiff of Bassett and Crystal L. Rakes of Woolwine; one son, Gregory Allen Hamm of Meadows of Dan; and 16 grandchildren. A…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ward, Earl

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Earl W. Ward SEAFORD - Retired Dr. Earl W. Ward passed away at his residence Aug. 20, 2008. Service announcements will follow at a later date. Cremation Society of Virginia, Newport News, is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Webb, David John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        WEBB, David John, 63, of Chesterfield, died August 21, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Anne Webb; parents, Anna Mae and William Albert Webb Jr.; and brother, William Albert Webb III. He is survived by his sister, Deborah Anne Webb Hager and brother-in-law, Randy Alan Hager; nieces, Ashley Anne Hager, Sherry Anne Boisseau and Crystal Dawn Webb; nephew, Randy Alan Hager Jr. and wife, Karla Durante Hager; stepchildren, Shiela, Lonnie and Jerry Shifflett. David was employed by the City of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Williams, Ryland

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Mount Joy Holiness Church, Franklin. Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral is in charge.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Worsham, Dorothy Thompson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            WORSHAM, Dorothy Thompson, age 77, of Midlothian, died Wednesday August 20, 2008. Survivors include her daughter, Diane W. Williams; grandsons, Michael and Christopher Williams; companions and special friends, Gene and Jean Hart; special niece, Nancy Gillespie (Brent). Mrs. Worsham was retired from U.S. Tobacco Company. A cryptside service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, August 25, at Dale Memorial Park Mausoleum.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • deHaven, Alice Whitlock

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              deHAVEN, Alice Whitlock, 91, of Richmond, widow of Monte deHaven, entered into rest Thursday, August 14, 2008. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Renee Smith; and grandson, Steve Hartless. She is survived by her two daughters, Yvonne Hartless and husband, Thomas, of Richmond, and Brenda deHaven of Powhatan; six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jayne Dunn and Anne Costello; and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, September 4, in Forest Lawn…

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