| Mamie R. Addison VIRGINIA BEACH - Mamie R. Addison, 90, of the 4600 block of Ardmore Lane, passed away Aug. 26, 2008, in her home. A native of Grimesland, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Roy and Josephine Dixon and the widow of John Addison. She is survived by her son, Ray M. Addison and wife Barbara of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren, Lauri Boatright, Eric Addison, Dawn Addison and Shawn Addison; and five great-grandchildren, Danyel Boatright, Donovan Goff, Chandler Pinchbeck, Kristen Simpson and… s. Dr. Kelly J. Burris and the Rev. Rupert Wallace will be officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Pat's favorite charity, Hope Haven Foundation or to the Alzheimer's Association. Burial will be private. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com. ASHWORTH, Otis L., 90, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 26, 2008. He was born April 3, 1918, in Lunenburg County, Va., and was the son of the late H. Warren and Lula Bayne Ashworth. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of almost 57 years, Doris Moore Ashworth; and two sisters, Estelle A. Whirley and Lillian A. Batts. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Patricia A. and Kenneth L. Doutt; granddaughter, Julie A. Doutt; grandson, Christopher A. Doutt and his wife, Brea;… BARKER, John, 71, of New Kent, passed away August 26, 2008. He was born in Martinsville, Va., October 12, 1936. He is survived by three daughters, Kathy Sessor (Mike), Debra Sandridge (Earl), Christine Rappe; four grand-children, Bryant and Sarah Sandridge, Brian and Justin Sessor; four sisters, Shirley Pierman, Merry Burford, Jaime Begor, Marcia Keys; one brother, Buddy Burford; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Barker was employed by New Kent Pit Stop and was a retired truck driver with over… BARLOW, Evelyn B. (Mickie), departed this life, August 27, 2008. Arrangements by with full military honors will be held at Fort Rosecrans Cemetery in San Diego. will be held and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home. BLACK, Renee "Riva," 63, beloved wife of Theodore Black, died suddenly on August 26, 2008. Born September 28, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pa., she graduated from the Philadelphia Institute of Technology and the Baltimore Culinary Institute. She was an accomplished pastry chef, designer in fine arts and a Life Master in Duplicate Bridge. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 18 years, Ted; her daughter, Caroline Caplan and her husband, Barry, and their children, Samuel, Daniel and Asher;… BLOMMEL, Bernard Leroy, 71, of Montpelier, while on vacation Monday, August 25, 2008, passed into the presence of his Lord Jesus Christ. Bernie was born on September 5, 1936 and counts among his survivors many friends and loving extended family. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan Kew Blommel; parents, Anthony and Addie Marie Blommel; infant brother, Anthony Blommel Jr.; and sister-in-law, Joyce Blommel. He is survived by his wife, Sonya Bondurant Blommel; son, Bernard Scott Blommel and wife,… BOHANNON, Juliet "Julie" S., 76, of "Lake Pond" in Shacklefords, Va. passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Julie was born May 11, 1932 in Jackson Heights, N.Y. to Hellmuth and Alma Schuene-mann. She moved to Gloucester, Va. as a teenager, where she met W.R. Bohannon Jr. who declared upon first seeing her he would marry her one day, and he did. Julie spent the first part of her adult years as a "domestic engineer," raising their four children and assisting her husband in his… . In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Baptist Church, Building Fund, 1730 West Street, Radford, Va. 24141. s will be at 11 a.m. Friday in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Twiford's Funeral Home is in charge. manager and was a member of First Lynnhaven Baptist Church, Virginia Beach. Diane was a graduate of Norview High School; she was one of the first African-American majorettes at the school in the early 1970s. She also attended Norfolk State University where she was a fire twirler. She is survived by a daughter, Camille Brown of Norfolk; two sons, James Stinnett Jr. of Norfolk and Sherrod Brown Sr.; mother, Esther G. Wilson; grandchildren, Sherrod Brown Jr. and Kaleb Brown; and a host of other relatives and… will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home, 631 Westover Ave., in Norfolk by Keith Willyard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Chesapeake Avenue United Methodist Church, 1200 Chesapeake Ave., Chesapeake, VA 23324. Condolences may be offered to her family through Andr� R. Buck CHESAPEAKE - Andr� Renoir Buck, 37, of the 2400 block of Drum Creek Road, died Aug. 25, 2008. A native of Chesapeake, he was a general contractor. He loved local history, Indian artifacts, fishing, nature and wildlife. He was a beloved and loving father, son, grandson, brother, life partner and friend. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Survivors include a daughter, Maddison Buck; his loving partner, Misty Trollinger; mother, Donna Miltier, all of Chesapeake; father, Thomas C.… in celebration of her life will be Sunday, Sept. 7, at 2 p.m. on the "Point" in Croatan at 440 S. Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach, VA 23451. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Suzanne to The Brain Tumor Foundation, 1350 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10019 or The Multiple Sclerosis Society, 760 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 201, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Ms. Gazetta M. (Gay) BurwellNoel, 54, of Hardy, Va., passed away Monday, August 25, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home, 540-345-9100. CARGILE, C.B. Jr., passed away August 17, 2008, after a short hospital stay. His memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:30 p.m. at the First United Presbyterian Church, 3401 North Ave., Richmond. Aug 28, 2008 The funeral for Carl William Via, 74, of Bassett, who died Aug. 24, 2008, was held Wednesday at Blackberry Baptist Church with Dr. G.H. Vaughan Jr. officiating. Burial was in Old Center Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Pallbearers were Mike Phillippi, Dean Teague, Bryan Adams, Jimmy Ramsey, David Adams, Kevin Adams, Paul McKee and Bill Ray. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. Jeffery Lynn Carpenter Jeffery Lynn Carpenter, 59, died Saturday, August 23, 2008; was born to James Harris Carpenter and Norma Schoonover, March 25, 1949 in Charlottesville, Virginia; graduated from Culpeper County High School in 1967 and James Madison in 1971; taught school in the Criglersville Elementary School from 1972 until 1974 and was working for Artel Video Systems at his death. Surviving Mr. Carpenter are his sons, J. Harris Carpenter and his companion Naili_ Spring of Durham, North Carolina,… CARROLL, Mrs. Daisy Wyatt, affectionately and lovingly referred to as "Nano", peacefully and serenely answered the Master's call from this earthly life to eternal life. She was educated in the Richmond Public School System and graduated from Armstrong High School. She accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church in Richmond, Va. After graduation, Daisy met and united in Holy Matrimony to Frank Wallace Marshall Carroll, who preceded her in death and from… Aug 28, 2008 Charles Edward “Boots” Preston Sr., 68, of Dumfries, died Aug. 26, 2008, at the Powhatan Nursing Home in Falls Church. Surviving are his wife, Geraldine E. Preston of the home; his children; two sisters, Carolyn Whitington and Jessie Ann Eggleston, both of Martinsville; a brother, Donnie Bennett of Martinsville; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 6447 Lincolnia Road, Alexandria,… Christian, Clarence Alfred "Al" CHRISTIAN, Clarence Alfred "Al," 63, of New Kent, Va., departed this life on Friday, August 22, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Rev. Audrey Paige Christian; two devoted daughters, Shaun C. Lindsey (Raymond Sr.) and A'tasha M. Christian of New Kent, Va.; two loving grandchildren, Raymond Jr. and Renita Lindsey; three sisters, Martha Gardner (Thomas) of Richmond, Va., Lelia Johnson and Nora Mae Christian of New Kent, Va.; two brothers, Carson and Oliver… The family of Treva B. Claytor wishes to express many thanks for all acts of kindness shown during the illness and death of our mother. Thank you for prayers and visits, food, cards, phone calls and flowers. Special thanks to Summerville at Ridgewood Gardens, Pheasant Ridge Rehab & Nursing, Gentle Shepherds Hospice, Mayberry Funeral Home, Little River Missionary Church, Pastor William Lee Latrice Hilton. May God bless you all. 11 a.m. Friday, August 29, 2008, High Bridge Presbyterian Church, Natural Bridge. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory. Corprew Jr, Edinburgh G. "Tip" Edinburgh G. Corprew Jr. PORTSMOUTH - Edinburgh G. "Tip" Corprew Jr., owner and manager of Corprew Funeral Home Inc. of the 2800 block of Arcadia Ave., departed this life unexpectedly Aug. 24, 2008, at his residence. He was predeceased by his parents, Edinburgh G. Corprew Sr. and Maggie Harris Corprew. He is survived by his devoted wife, Beverly Luney Corprew; a daughter, Tracee N. Corprew; a grandson, Dominique J. Corprew; three uncles, Clarence Harris (Una) of Newport News, James Harris (Grace)… COX, Dr. Betty S., Ph.D, passed from this world on Sunday, August 24, 2008, after years of fighting congestive heart disease. Betty was a devout Christian and now joins her Lord and Savior, as well as her loved ones who have preceded her, particularly her beloved husband, Charles Wright Cox of Wilmington, N.C.; her son, Alan Leigh Cox; and her brother, Louis Preston Smith Jr. She was born Betty May Smith in Richmond, Va. on November 11, 1925, to working class parents, who immediately taught her honesty and… CRAWFORD, Mr. Frank William, 89, of Maidens, Va., departed this life Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Remains rest at the Robert Mealy Funeral Home, Goochland, Va. Funeral notice later. Cedric C. Crews, 54, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. . In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Northside Christian Church, 1300 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown, VA 23693. Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home. will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. DOSTER, Robert S. "Bobby" Sr., 63, of Charlotte, died August 27, 2008. Funeral services at 1 p.m. Friday in the Chapel of Forest Lawn, West Funeral Home, 4601 Freedom Drive. Charlotte, N.C. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at funeral home. Interment in Forest Lawn West Cemetery. Survivors include daughter, Jill Doster Treat and husband, Kenneth, of Midlothian, Va.; one son, three grandchildren; two sisters and first wife. Information: (704)395-005. Charlien R. Doyle Charlien R. Doyle, 71, formerly of F Street, Staunton, and recently of Avante of Waynesboro, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 25, 2008. She was born March 7, 1937, in Winchester, Virginia, a daughter of the late James Allen Nolen and Oneida Lambert Nolen. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harold Rankin; second husband, William R. Doyle; a daughter, Crystal Hope Rankin; a grandson, Joseph Dykes; and a brother, Allen J. Nolen. Surviving are her children and their… Duffer, Mary Puccinelli "ZeeZee" DUFFER, Mary Puccinelli "ZeeZee", 89, of Chesterfield, formerly of Highland Springs, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2008, two days before her 90th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Duffer Jr. She is survived by her sister, Margaret Puccinelli Ward of Richmond; two nieces, Mary Sue Ward Reese, and Eileen Ward Keatts and her husband, Harold Keatts, all of Midlothian. She is also survived by eight great-nieces and nephews, Michael E. Keatts and his wife, M.J., of… Patricia A. Dunn Patricia A. Dunn, 61, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008, at her home in Richmond, Virginia, where she's been a resident for the past 13 years. She was born January 5, 1947 in Waynesboro, Virginia, to the late Gurney and Ann Dunn. Patricia was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and homemaker who enjoyed spending her time in the garden and making arts and crafts for her loved ones. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved ex-husband, Gary W. Herron; and… will be held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in Tabernacle Baptist Outreach Center, 3621 Nansemond Parkway, Suffolk, officiated by Apostle Arthur Barner. Interment will be in the Eason Family Cemetery, 3444 Nansemond Parkway. The family will be at the residence. Crocker Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at Franklin H. Eisenberg NORFOLK - Franklin Harry Eisenberg, 55, passed away Aug. 27, 2008. He was a painting contractor for many years. Born in Norfolk, he was the son of the late Harold Eisenberg and Mrs. Evelyn P. Eisenberg of Norfolk. He is survived by his mother; a son, Franklin Eisenberg of Norfolk; two sisters, Marlene E. Rossen and her husband Laurence of Virginia Beach and Crystal E. Tetlow and her husband Bruce of Richmond; and a brother, Louis L. Eisenberg of Norfolk. A graveside funeral will be… Emma L. Elliott NORFOLK - Emma Louise "Bo Peep" Elliott, 74, of the 1800 block of Berkley Ave., passed away Aug. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in First Baptist Church, Campostella. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Hale Funeral Home is in charge. Aug 28, 2008 The funeral for Evelyn Ellis Shough, 75, of Patrick Springs, who died Aug. 26, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Nursing Center in Stuart, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. The Rev. Adam Woods will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and other times at the home of Sharon Corns, 280 Dogwood Lane, Patrick Springs. She was born in Patrick County on… . Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Trinity Food Pantry, 154 W. Government Ave., Norfolk, VA 23503. Condolences may be offered to the family at FIELDS, Mrs. Clemmie, of Richmond, departed this life August 25, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. Fields Sr. She is survived by four sons, Charles Jr. (Fernise), William, Bernard and Reginald Fields (Rosetta); three daughters, Jennie Hester, Catherine Crawford and Gwendolyn Perrell; 15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Remains will lie in state Friday, noon… will be held at Sherwood Memorial Park, in Roanoke, Virginia at 12 noon on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Sherman was a founding member of the Edgewood Lions Club and a Charter Member of Green Ridge Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the FORD, Gregory M., departed this life August 21, 2008. Gregory leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Jacquelyn E. Ford; brother, Bruce Ford; two uncles, one aunt, five brothers-in-law, eight sisters-in-law, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Avenue, where funeral services will be held Friday, 1 p.m., with Rev. Ronald C. Taylor Sr. officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. will be conducted 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, at Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg, Va. To send condolences to the family online, please register at www.johnmoakey.com Arrangements are being handled by John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home, Salem, Va. FRIEND, Mrs. Peggy Ann Drewery, of Chesterfield, departed this life August 26, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Jean F. Fulcher NORFOLK - Jean Fentress Fulcher, 82, of the 8100 block of Foxdale Drive, passed away Aug. 26, 2008, in her home. She was surrounded by her four daughters and a niece. Jean was the daughter of the late Blanch H. and Wilson I. Fentress. Mrs. Fulcher was born in Norfolk and was the widow of William H. "Bill" Fulcher. She was a dedicated member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, a member of the choir, and worked diligently for the church. She was an active member of The 60… s entrusted to the staff of Riddick Funeral Service, 1225 Norview Ave., Norfolk, VA 23513, (757) 855-9010. GRAY, Marvin Lee Sr., (Sergeant 1st Class Ret.), age 59, of Richmond, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center after a long battle with cancer. At his passing, he was surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born April 11, 1949 in Norfolk, Va., to the late Nehemiah Gray and Annie Victoria Wilson Gray. He attended Booker T. Washington High School, where he was a viable member of the varsity basketball team. At age 17, he chose to forego… Doris Sorrells Hall, 69, of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, August 27, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. . Chief Harris was born in Portsmouth July 27, 1917, to Dennis and Celestine Harris. On Jan. 5, 1935, he married the former Quintilla M. Pitt and for 73 years, they remained a loving couple. He is survived by his wife, Quintilla; one son, Robert Eugene and daughter-in-law Joyce; four grandchildren, Robert II, Teressa, John and Ryan; nine great-grandchildren; a devoted cousin, James Harris; and a large number of other relatives and caring friends. Chief Harris was a faithful member of Third Baptist Church,… Charles F. Henderson NORFOLK - Charles F. Henderson, 84, died Aug. 13, 2008, at his home in Norfolk. Surviving family members are wife, Elizabeth W. Henderson and daughter, Beth M. Henderson. Charles Henderson was a veteran of World War II. He will be cremated and laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Lt. Col. Charles Russell Hicks Jr., U.S. Army Ret., 68, of Chester, Va., died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008 at a friend's home in Colorado Springs, Colo. Hicks joined the Army in 1958 and received a commission from Officer's Candidate School at Fort Knox. He served 30 years including two tours in Viet Nam along with time in Australia and Germany. While in Germany, Hicks met his bride Astrid and married in 1962. During this time he was awarded the Legion of Merit, four awards of the Bronze Star, the Air… Hicks Jr., Lt. Col. Charles Russell HICKS, Lt. Col. Charles Russell Jr., U.S. Army Ret., age 68, of Chester, Virginia, died Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at a friend's home in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He joined the Army in 1958 and received a commission from Officer's Candidate School at Fort Knox. He served 30 years, including two tours in Viet Nam and overseas in Australia and Germany. While in Germany, he met his bride, Astrid, and married in 1962. During this time he was awarded the Legion of Merit, four awards of the Bronze Star,… Virgie Lee Hill CHESAPEAKE - Virgie Lee Hill, 85, of the 1100 block of Turtle Rock Trace, died Aug. 24, 2008, in her residence. A native of Norfolk, she was the widow of Harry L. Hill and a member of New Central Baptist Church Berkley, Norfolk, the Cordella Lamb Altar Guild and a missionary. Educated in the Norfolk public school system, she retired from Ames & Brownley: the Green Scene Cafeteria in 1987 after 30 years as a cafeteria attendant. She is survived by four daughters, Cornelia Hill-Watson,… Preston Hocutt MOYOCK - Preston Hocutt, 86, of the 500 block of Cooper Garrett Road, died Aug. 27, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at 3 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City. Charles Carson Hodge, 81, of Pearisburg, Va. passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008. Arrangements by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg. HOLT, Pauline Mann, 83, of Chesterfield County, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Whit Holt; mother, Rebecca Thompson; and sister, Helen Klein. She is survived by her son, Arthur Wayne Holt and his wife, Bonnie, of Chesterfield; grandsons, Justin Holt of Norfolk and Jamie Holt of Chesterfield; and nephew, Christopher Klein and wife, Charlotte, of Daytona Beach, Fla. Mrs. Holt was a devoted member of Ampthill Presbyterian Church and was a… will be held 3 p.m. Monday, September 1, 2008, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Va. JACKSON, Mrs. Alease A., of Chesterfield, departed this life August 26, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Jackson, Anne Emily Dobremsyl Salvie will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 29, 2008, in Wheatland Lutheran Church with the Rev. Cecie Haxton officiating. A reception will follow in the church fellowship hall. Interment will be at a later date in Pinelawn Cemetery, Long Island, N.Y. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000. JACKSON, Johnny A., of Richmond, departed this life August 26, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Dora H. Jernigan PORTSMOUTH - Dora H. Jernigan, 87, passed away Aug. 27, 2008. She was a native of Petersburg and a longtime member of Port Norfolk Baptist Church. Mrs. Jernigan was predeceased by her husband, Grafton M. Jernigan and her two brothers. She is survived by her four daughters, Louise Obenshain, Marie Proffitt, Hope Moss and her husband John and Beth Walker and her husband Rich; her two sons, C. David Jernigan and his wife Kay and Bernard Jernigan and his wife Kay. Also surviving Mrs. Jernigan… Aug 28, 2008 The funeral for Jessie Berkley Travis, 85, of Martinsville, who died Aug. 23, 2008, was held Wednesday at Hairston Funeral Home with the Rev. Reuben J. Boyd officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens with military honors by a military honor guard. Pallbearers were James Travis, Leon Travis, Jerry Moseley, Howard Dodson, Mordecia Travis and Everett Lacy. Aug 28, 2008 The funeral for John Grayson Hager, 92, of Fieldale, who died Aug. 24, 2008, was held Wednesday at Fieldale United Methodist Church. Pastors Eddie Hawks and Linda Theis officiated. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park with military honors by the Martinsville-Henry County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Bill Hager, Phil Hager, Roger Warrick, Bruce Severance, John Hager, Thomas Hager, J.T. Harris, Garvin Hager, John Grayson Hager III and Daniel Lucas Hager. Bassett Funeral Services… Aug 28, 2008 NEW KENT — John Lloyd Barker Jr., 71, of 11250 New Town Road, New Kent, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008. He was born in Martinsville on Oct. 12, 1936, to John Lloyd Barker Sr. and Viola Gilley Barker and was raised in Axton. His parents preceded him in death. Barker retired after 35 years as a truck driver,and was employed by New Kent Pit Stop. Surviving are three daughters, Kathy Sessor of Saltville, Debra Sandridge of Goochland and Christine Rappe of Richmond; four grandchildren; four sisters,… JOHNSON, Deon E. Jr., of Richmond, departed this life August 21, 2008. He is survived by one daughter, Deonna Johnson; his father and stepmother, Deon Eugene and Michelle Johnson Sr.; his mother, Barkita Lightfoot; his paternal grandparents, Earl and Delores Johnson; maternal grandmother, Marjorie Lightfoot; one sister, Antinesha Barber; three brothers, Trevon Johnson, Davon Lightfoot and Aarron Strouds; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; and other relatives and friends, among them a… Franklin E. Jones Jr. SUFFOLK - "For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." Franklin Elwood Jones Jr., 36, of the 400 block of Butternut Court, peacefully passed away Aug. 21, 2008, at Sentara Obici… Jones Jr., LTC Junius Linwood "Jay" JONES, LTC (ret.) Junius "Jay" Linwood Jr., 74, went to be with the Lord August 25, 2008. Following an heroic battle with cancer, he died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones. Jay was a career Army officer, serving his country with distinction first as an aviator and later as a logistics director and instructor. His tours of duty included Europe and the Far East, with a tour in the Viet Nam conflict. He was the recipient of multiple military awards and commendations including the… David A. Jones CHESAPEAKE - David Allen Jones, 44, of the 400 block of Harbour North Drive, passed away Aug. 23, 2008. A funeral will be held at noon Saturday in Lees Chapel AME Church. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Beach Funeral Services Inc., 4456 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director. will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2008, at Bedford Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Francis B. Avery Jr. officiating. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, 540-586-7360. s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2008, from Evergreen Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Cave Spring Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 20181, Roanoke, Va. 24018. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Aug 28, 2008 The funeral for Junior J. Dunford, 74, of Bassett, who died Aug. 24, 2008, was held Wednesday at Bassett Funeral Service, South Chapel. Pastors Bobby McGee and Sidney Turner officiated. Burial was in Henry Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Gerald Wheeler Sr., Tommy Gray, Wayne Dehart, Gerald Wheeler Jr., Richard Thomas and John Wheeler. s will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008, at Goodview Baptist Church with the Rev. Joey Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Michael Scott Kelly VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael Scott Kelly, 48, passed away Aug. 25, 2008. He was a 1977 graduate of Kempsville High School and will be remembered for having a love for NASCAR, gardening, cooking and the ocean, where he enjoyed boating and scuba diving. Michael leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Beverly Kelly; father, Paul Kelly; three brothers, Paul Kelly Jr. of Georgia, Kevin Kelly of Virginia Beach, Shawn Kelly and wife Georganna of Virginia Beach; and six nephews. A celebration of… KENYON, Hollie Garber, 84, beloved mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend, died on August 22, 2008, in Kingston, Tenn. Hollie was predeceased by her husband, John; and her brothers, Tom and Buddy Garber. She is survived by daughters, Annie Scarborough (husband, Steve) of Rockwood, Tenn., and Dusty Fiedler (husband, Bob) of Roanoke, Va.; and son, John Jr. (wife, Charlotte) of Richmond. Hollie so enjoyed her six grandchildren, Kate, Severin, Jonathan, Melissa, Joseph and Thomas; and her… Paul James "Ike" Kivlighan STAUNTON Paul James "Ike" Kivlighan, 97, died 2 a.m. Wednesday, August 27, 2008, at Shenan-doah House, a hospice facility at Augusta Medical Center. He was born December 8, 1910, in Staunton, a son of Thomas and Catherine (Brown) Kivlighan and was a lifelong resident. Mr. Kivlighan had been in reasonably good health until June 6, when his wife of almost 70 years, Juanita "Nita" Pearl Ramsey Kivlighan died. He was the last surviving member of his… . She taught stained glass and mosaics at the Visual Arts Center and was an active member of the Senior Center on 21st Street in Norfolk. She is survived by her five children, Richard Eugene Knight, Irene Knight Rice and husband William, John Edward Knight and wife Robin, Jeffrey Paul Knight and wife Anna and Barbara Louise Walls and husband Mark; eight grandchildren, Jody Brouwer, Stephanie Werner, Christopher Smith, Karl Saunders, Sean Knight, Shannon Knight, Heather Walls and Kimberly Walls; nine… Gwendolyn L. Lassiter MURFREESBORO - Gwendolyn L. Lassiter, 52, of the 700 block of Storey Road, died Aug. 23, 2008. A funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in First Baptist Church of Murfreesboro. Hertford County Undertakers is in charge. Della Rose Lawrence, 70, of Christiansburg, died Wednesday, August 27, 2008. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. s held. The family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made to the charity of your choice. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Greenwich road, is handling arrangements. Carolyn F. Mitchell PORTSMOUTH - Carolyn Faye Mitchell, 49, of Rodgers Place, died Aug. 22, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. She is survived by her husband, Donald Mitchell Sr.; three daughters; three sons; three sisters; three brothers; three grandchildren; aunt, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, mother-in-law, in-laws and friends. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. today in Corprew Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Edward McCants will officiate. time on Thursday at McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg. Obenchain Jr., Marshall Norvelle Marshall Norvelle (Jimmy / Obie) Obenchain Jr., 83, of Bedford, died Friday, August 22, 2008, at Bedford County Nursing Home. He was born Sunday, January 4, 1925, a son of the late Marshall Norvelle Obenchain Sr. and N. Virginia Andrews Obenchain. Jimmy served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and was proud to be part of the VFW Post #1509 in Guam where he lived with his wife and two sons for 26 years. He was a life member of the BPOE Lodge #1281 of Guam and a member of Bethlehem United… s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at Mountain Pass Baptist Church on Rt. 311. Lucien (Lou) Paul, 91, of Daleville, passed away Sunday August 24, 2008. She was born in Berger, Missouri and lived in St. Louis for many years. During World War II, Lou worked for the Associated Press in Oklahoma City. In 1951 she married Gilbert Paul. In 1966, they moved to Roanoke with their two daughters. She was a devoted homemaker, mother and grandmother and enjoyed sewing and crafts. Through the years, Lou made many beautiful quilts, taught quilting classes, and donated baby quilts to charity. Lou… Geneva Taylor Peeples, 85, of Wytheville, died Wednesday, August 27, 2008. Arrangements by Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va. PERKINS, Gloria Ann "Gloann," departed this life August 24, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 11 years, Willie Perkins; six children, Tonya Lancaster (Corey), Ronnie, Nicole, Pamela and GeeAnne Whiters, Willie Arrington; five grandchildren, five sisters, two brothers, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Avenue. Funeral services will be held Friday, 12 noon, at First Union Baptist Church, 3510 Dill… . The family is receiving friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2008,at Community Funeral Home and other times at 242 Bolling Hill Lane and at the residence of his daughter, Deborah P. Ware, 502 Warren Ave., Lynchburg. The cortege will assemble at 242 Bolling Hill Lane. Condolences can be emailed to dpcjmom@aol.com or comfuneral@aol.com. Arrangements by Community Funeral Home, 434-847-7775. will be held Friday at 3 p.m. at Lakeview Cemetery, Victoria. Staples Funeral Home, Victoria, is in charge. Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore, handled arrangements. PURKINS, Catherine Ann, of Richmond, passed away August 25, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles A. and Carolyn W. Purkins Jr. She is survived by her brother, Charles A. Purkins III and his wife, Cynthia, of Aliso Viejo, Calif.; her niece, Rebecca Purkins of Laguna Niguel, Calif.; her nephews, Matthews Purkins of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Jeffrey Purkins of Aliso Viejo, Calif. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, 1771… QUANN, William R. Jr., of Richmond, Va., formerly of Cartersville, Va., died on Monday, August 25, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Gloria Martin Quann; and his three children, William (Pat) Quann, Tracy Ann Cade and Wenndy Page Green. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Prior to his retirement to his farm in Cartersville, Bill was a regional manager of Ogden Food Service. As an active member of the Lakeside Lions Club, he served as… Mrs. Ruby Lee Brisendine Rice, 77, of Covington, died Wednesday, August 27, 2008. Arrangements by Loving Funeral Home, Covington, Va. RICHARDSON, Lisa M. Harvey, age 38, died suddenly August 23, 2008; left to cherish her memory are husband, Wallace Lee Richardson and family; sons, Damien, Cody, and Tyler Harvey; parents, William and Carole McGonigal; sisters, Billie-Jo McGonigal, Cyndi McGonigal, Kathryn M. Compton (Brian); nephew, William Braxton Compton; special friend, Gary Vaughan; aunts, Deborah Fielding, Janis Booker; host of family members and friends. Private services. s will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 29, 2008, at Melrose Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Sprouse and the Rev. Brenda Rowe officiating. The interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family would like to give special thanks to the dedicated staff at Springtree Healthcare Center for their love and care, and also to Carilion Home Health Care doctors and nurses. Flowers will be appreciated or donations may be made to the Melrose Baptist Church Building Fund. The family will be receiving friends… will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008, at the Lotz Funeral Home Chapel, Salem, Va. Mary J. Sandefur PORTSMOUTH - Mary Jane Sandefur, 77, of the 600 block of Normandy St., died Aug. 26, 2008, in a Norfolk hospital. A native of Williamson, W.Va., she was a member of Faith Baptist Church. Her husband, Melville Edwin Sandefur Sr., preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter, Diana Bridgers of Portsmouth; two sons, Melville E. Sandefur Jr. of Portsmouth and Danny Sandefur of Virginia Beach; two sisters, Bertha Blackburn of Kentucky and Sarahann Nielson of Ohio; two brothers, Joe… Celesta Sawyer Sr. NORFOLK - Celesta Sawyer Sr., 80, passed away peacefully in his home and went on to be with his Lord and Savior Aug. 25, 2008. He loved the Lord, his family and his many friends. He was a native of Princess Anne County. He was one of eight children of the late Mattie McKay and Albert Gray. He was a member of Zion Light Church. As a trade, he was a brick mason laborer and custodian of Norfolk public schools. He leaves to cherish precious memories his loving and devoted wife of 62 years,… Elizabeth Miley Setzer Elizabeth Miley Setzer, 80, of Culpeper, Virginia passed away in the UVa. Medical Center, Charlottesville, Virginia, Sunday, August 24, 2008. Mrs. Setzer was born in Toms Brook, Virginia to Earl R. Miley and Ruth Rhodes Miley on December 11, 1927; was married to the late William F. Setzer. Surviving Mrs. Setzer are her sons, Tim Setzer and his wife Lisa of Culpeper, Virginia, Steve Setzer of Aberdeen, New Jersey and David Setzer and his wife Margie of Amherst, New York; her… Conney Wayne Shifflett Conney Wayne Shifflett, 63, of Stanardsville went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2008 at Martha Jefferson Hospital. Conney was born on March 18, 1945 in Albemarle County. He was the son of the late Montella Shifflett and Josephine Houchens. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Madeline Roach Shifflett; one daughter, Angelia S. Cempr? and her husband Rusty of Ruckersville; two sons Gregory Shifflett and his wife Teresa of Ruckersville and Kevin Shifflett of Ruckersville; three… SHIPSTEDT, Jean Louise, 82, born in Youngstown, Ohio, on July 20, 1926, a Richmond resident since 1966, died August 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, William M. Shipstedt Sr. Survivors include her four children, Bill Shipstedt Jr. and his wife, Beth, John Shipstedt and his wife, Ann, Karen Gammon and her husband, Tommy, and Gail Bendall and her husband, Denys; five grandchildren, Cary, Megan, Will, Cameron and Casey; and one brother, William Hahn of Dayton, Ohio. Mrs. Shipstedt… 2 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2008, at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va. Ny'Asia Emoni Smith PORTSMOUTH - Ny'Asia Emoni "Ny-Ny" Smith, 4, of the 100 block of Carol Lane, went home to be with the Lord Aug. 23, 2008. She was born to Sharome Smith-Parker and Tika Winfield Feb. 16, 2004. She is survived by three sisters, Natiya Smith, Tyja Johnson, both of Portsmouth and Tikia Phillips of Norfolk; four brothers, Ta'Quan and Taviarn Smith of Portsmouth, Tavieon Glasper and Lil Carlos Parker of Norfolk; and hosts of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. She was… Andy Sparks STUARTS DRAFT Andy Nathan Sparks Sr., 86, of Stuarts Draft, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008, at Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville. Born Saturday, May 6, 1922, in Haywood County, North Carolina, he was a son of the late Zimary and Clairaca (Fish) Sparks. Andy was a veteran of the United States Marines actively serving his country during World War II. He was employed with the DuPont Corp., and in 1984, after 38 years of dedicated service, he retired as a Laboratory Technician. A member… Jesse Stephenson Jr. SURRY - Jesse W. "Singie" Stephenson Jr., formerly of Portsmouth, died Aug. 23, 2008, on his 84th birthday. He was the oldest child born to the late Mr. Jesse W. Stephenson Sr. and Mrs. Ada Bright Stephenson. Singie was educated in the public schools of Portsmouth. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Later he and his brother "Bobby" owned Stephenson Brothers Trucking Co. He was also employed at several Naval facilities in the Tidewater area. Jesse and his… Colleen E. Stevens NORFOLK - Colleen E. Stevens, 70, passed away Aug. 26, 2008. She was born May 7, 1938, to the late Louise S. Davis and Albert Davis Sr. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Russell T. Stevens Sr.; brothers, Albert Davis Jr., James Davis, George Davis and Thomas Davis; and sisters, Mary Lewis and Catherine Drew. She loved to sew, sing and read her bible. She is survived by her sister, Sarah Davis of Norfolk; sons, Russell T. Stevens Jr. (Holly) and Paul Stevens of Norfolk,… Aug 28, 2008 The funeral for Sue Clark Stone, 88, of Bassett, who died Aug. 24, 2008, was held Wednesday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett with the Rev. Lew Bennett officiating. Burial was in Mount Hermon Church cemetery. Pallbearers were Kyle Sigmon, Tommy Joyce, Monroe Light, Wayne Mays, Eulee Turner and Claude Cobler. Honorary pallbearers were members of the T.E.L. Sunday school class of First Baptist Church of Bassett. Emma Taylor POWELLSVILLE - Emma Taylor, 100, died Aug. 24, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Piney Wood Chapel Baptist Church, Ahoskie. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. THOMAS, Deacon Richard, of Montpelier, Va., departed this life August 27, 2008. His remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. Houston "Huey" Thomas STAUNTON Houston "Huey" Thomas, 80, of North New Street, departed this life on Tuesday, August 26, 2008, at Augusta Medical Center, in Fishersville, Virginia. He was born October 6, 1927, in Augusta County, Virginia, a son of the late King and Estelle (Thompson) Thomas. He was a member of Augusta Street United Methodist Church. He retired from the former Basic Witz Furniture Company and served in the United States Navy. Houston was a member of the Staunton AARP… TOLSON, Jarvis H., of Richmond, died August 25, 2008, at the age of 96. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Pauline Davis Tolson. He is survived by his two sons, William W. Tolson and his wife, Diane, and Jarvis H. Tolson Jr. and his wife, Ann. He is also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He loved football, and was a member of the Richmond Rebels semi-pro football team in the 1930s. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the South Pacific. After the war,… will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2008, in Fair View Cemetery. The Rev. Frank Feather will officiate. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in Berea Church of Christ Cemetery with Dr. I. Kimble "Sonny" Furrow officiating. The family would like to extend special thanks to Heartland Hospice for their special care. Swindell Funeral and Cremation Services of Hertford is serving the Umphlett family. James Andrew Zimmerer James Andrew Zimmerer, 61, of Crimora, died Monday, August 25, 2008, at his brother's home in Petersburg, West Virginia. He was born in Staunton, on May 10, 1947, a son of the late John Andrew Zimmerer and Maggie Jewel Allen Zimmerer. James was a retired insur-ance adjuster for Zimmerer and Associates and a veteran of the United States Army. He graduated in 1965 from Palm Beach High School and 1969 graduate of the University of Florida. He was a member of VFW Post # 00452 and a… will be conducted Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. in Central Baptist Church, 701 W. Olney Road, Norfolk. Additionally, the family will be hosting a private reception Sept. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Westin Virginia Beach Town Center, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Online condolences may be shared with the family at will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2008, in the chapel of Arritt Funeral Home. of worship to be held in Fincastle will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 207 N.E. 2nd St., Jasper, Fla. 32052. Condolences may be conveyed online at www.harrytreidfh.com. Arrangements by Harry T. Reid Funeral Home, Jasper, Fla., and Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan, Va. WHITE, Clarence Jr., of Chester, departed this life August 24, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. . He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and avid sportsman. Nellie is survived by sons, Rodney Whitt and wife Joy of Norfolk, Gary Whitt and Helen Swah of Chesapeake; daughter, Leslie Miller and husband Scott of Wheeling, W.Va.; brother, Wesley Whitt and wife Edna of Portsmouth; sister, Hazel Gibson of Daytona Beach, Fla.; grandchildren, Erin Whitt and Christopher Whitt of Norfolk, Sara Miller and Matthew Miller of Wheeling; loving friend, Judy Sumner of Portsmouth; many nieces and… Evelyn A. Wilks NORFOLK - Evelyn Adele Wilks, 72, of the 1400 block of Halstead Ave., passed away Aug. 25, 2008, at Sentara Leigh Hospital. She was born Oct. 15, 1935, in Nassawadox, Va., and was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk. She was a member of St. John AME Church, where she served in the Sunday school, Stewardess Board No. 4, LAY Organization and Missionary Society. Evelyn was a homemaker and worked at Pinewood Gardens, Chrysler Museum and Colony Village. She leaves to cherish… 11 a.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008, Lexington Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. WILLIAMS, Frances Doyle, 80, of Midlothian, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008. A native of Emporia, Va., she is survived by her loving husband, L. Carl Williams Jr.; sons, Matthew Carl Williams and wife, Susan, and Allen Doyle Williams; grandson, Geoffrey Matthew Williams and wife, Lizabeth; a great-grandchild, Logan Ashleigh Williams; and a sister, Mary D. Newsome. The family will receive friends at the Chesterfield Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 14301 Ashbrook Pkwy., Chesterfield, Va., Friday,… for the procession to the church. The family will receive friends Friday at Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at will be conducted today at 3 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. Condolences can be made to the family online at WRIGHT, Willie Lee Sr., entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at his home in Glen Allen, Va. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Edna Walden Wright; daughter, Chawanda W. Glaspie; son, Willie Lee "Tokey" Wright Jr.; son-in-law, Ricky L. Glaspie; daughter-in-law, Christina M. Wright; three grandchildren, Sidney and Brooklyn Wright, and Jordan Moreno; twin godsons, Sean and Juan Wright; two sisters, Helen Corbett and Elaine Parker; two brothers, R. Bernard and Sylvester… James Andrew Zimmerer James Andrew Zimmerer, 61, of Crimora, died Monday, August 25, 2008, at his brother's home in Petersburg, West Virginia. He was born in Staunton, on May 10, 1947, a son of the late John Andrew Zimmerer and Maggie Jewel Allen Zimmerer. James was a retired insur-ance adjuster for Zimmerer and Associates and a veteran of the United States Army. He graduated in 1965 from Palm Beach High School and 1969 graduate of the University of Florida. He was a member of VFW Post # 00452 and a… 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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