| ALDEN, Ray, 85, former Executive Director of the Brookline (Mass.) Taxpayers Association, passed away August 29, 2008 in Richmond after a short illness. He was born Horatio Alden Jr. in Boston, Mass., on November 28, to Horatio Alden, originally of Camden, Maine, and Evelyn Pike Alden, originally of Lubec, Maine. He grew up in Brookline, Mass., and lived and worked in the Boston area for most of his life. He maintained a lifelong interest in the history and culture of coastal Maine, spent parts of many… for procession to the chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at Eugene Daniel Anderson, 54, of Bedford, passed away Monday, September 1, 2008. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va. with military honors will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milner Road, Suffolk, VA 23434. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is handling arrangements, ARMOUR, Daniel Alan, 67, of Virginia Beach, passed away on August 30, 2008. His father, Robert H. Armour, CDR. (Ret.), preceded him in death. Survivors include his mother, Arlene C. Armour; and a sister, Marlene A. Mathers and her husband, David, of Midlothian, Va.; a brother, Michael and his wife, Margaret, of Mooresville, N.C.; a daughter, Meredith A. Lipscomb and her husband, Robert, of Tucson, Ariz.; and a granddaughter, Eleanor Temple Lipscomb; several nephews and nieces. A service with military honors… Oddie Barnes, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service. .com. The Bartlett family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. Ms. Janice Baugh, 49, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 540-345-9100. BEALE, Mr. Frederick Douglas, youngest son of the late Olivia and Wilson Beale, entered eternal rest on August 28 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory three daughters, Wenifred E. Beale, Dorothy Palmer (Neville) and Laura Easterling (Grover) of North Carolina; one son, Douglas C. Beale of New York City; 15 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. His remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Avenue. Funeral services will be conducted at the… BEVILACQUA, Tony III, 63, of Onancock, born in Manor, Pa., on December 5, 1944, passed away August 31, 2008. Tony was predeceased by his parents, Anthony Bevilacqua II and Vera Marie Irwin. Tony is survived by his devoted wife, Pat; son, Tony, his wife, Michelle, and their son, Anthony Bevilacqua V, of Snow Hill, Md.; his daughter, Anne-Marie McDonnell, her husband, Patrick, and their children, Joseph Gray and Katherine "Kate" Ayers of Ridgewood, N.J. He is also survived by his brothers, Bill… Adrianne Smith Bishop, 83, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Roanoke Chapel, 1001 Franklin Road, S.W., 540-982-1001. from 6 to 8 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. BLOOMQUIST, Mary Dugger, 86, of Richmond, passed away September 1, 2008. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Donald J. Bloomquist. She is also survived by her son, Johnny Bloomquist; her daughter, Donna B. Sanford; grandson, Ryan C. Sanford; great-granddaughter, Avery Sanford, all of Richmond; brother, Jesse W. Dugger of Brodnax, Va. Mrs. Bloomquist was born in Brodnax, Va. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chandler Dugger. She attended Brunswick County Schools, Peace College at Raleigh,… Montae A. Branch NORFOLK - Montae Antonio "Moon" "Few Baby" Branch, departed this life Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008. He leaves behind with memories his mother, Cheryl Branch; two daughters, Makiah Branch and Montajah Branch; four brothers, Clayton Marquez Jr., Marcus Scott, Marquis Scott and Bobby Branch; sister, Mytika Branch; niece, Macaylah Branch; two surrogate fathers, Clayton Marquez Sr. and Christopher Young; two grandmothers, Verna Branch Sanderlin and Audrey UpShur, both from… BRASWELL, Henry Lee II, of Richmond, departed this life August 31, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street. Funeral notice later. . The Brookman family is being served by The Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, 382-2612. Howard Francis Brooks, 79, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his residence. He was the son of the late Lennie M. Sr. and Emma F. Spain Brooks, and was preceded in death by three brothers, L. Morris Brooks, L. Elwood Brooks, and Richard F. Brooks. Mr. Brooks was a member of Woodlawn Presbyterian Church, where he has served as a deacon for many years. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a retired electrician with Virginia Power. Mr. Brooks is survived by his wife of 23 years, Anna Brooks;… BROOKS, Howard Francis, 79, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2008 at his residence. Mr. Brooks was a member of Woodlawn Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon for many years. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a retired electrician with Virginia Power. Mr. Brooks is survived by his wife of 23 years, Anna Brooks; children, Clayton D. Oliver Jr. and wife, Christa, of Dinwiddie, Keith B. Oliver and wife, Melissa, of Prince George, and Tamara S. Wilson and husband, Rick, of Dinwiddie;… , conducted by the Rev. Paul Eure, will be held at the graveside at Oakland Christian Church, Chuckatuck, on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 10:30 a.m. Browning, Joseph M. "Papa Joe" BROWNING, Joseph M. "PaPa Joe", 83, of Chesterfield, died Sunday, August 31, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda D. Browning. He is survived by four daughters, Cheryl Duffy and her husband, Ed, Gail Tyson, Kathie Hundley and her husband, Jim, and Becky Sue Newton and her husband, Wirt; one son, Michael Joseph Browning and his wife, Penny; 11 grandchildren, Jennifer Hux and her husband, Dustin, Mindy Poland and her husband, Chris, Susan Pello and her husband, Scott, Thomas Tyson,… s will be conducted 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel, Blacksburg, Va. Jenny Lind Rymer Burroughs, 51, of Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel. Pastor Timothy Anderson will officiate. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. BUTLER, Vivian Hord, 90, of Highland Springs, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 1, 2008, at her residence. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norwood and Clara B. Hord; her husband of 44 years, Joseph Butler; and sister, Dorothy Hord. She is survived by a daughter, Jo Carol Havens and her husband, Dodge, of Varina, Va.; and her two grandchildren, Ben and Katie; the beloved Butler family of North Carolina, and her extended church family. Vivian was formerly a secretary at Southern Biscuit… and retired from the Cheatham Annex as manager of Safety and Health. He was a member of Church of God of Prophesy in Portsmouth and was a member of the Norview Lions Club for more than 40 years. George was also a volunteer for the Republican Party of Virginia Beach, Shannon precinct. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Norton E. and Billy Byrd and sister, Margaret Byrd. Left to cherish his memory are his children, David S. Byrd of Guatemala and Laura Elizabeth Roberts of Chattanooga, Tenn.; two… Reuben William Chism Reuben William Chism, 73, of 84 Cope Lane, Lynch Station, died Monday, Sept. 1, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Margaret Cope Chism for 45 years. He was born May 1, 1935, in Pittsylvania County, a son of the late Alvin Lee Chism and Jennie Haskins Chism Robertson. He attended Thomas Road Baptist Church and was retired from BGF Industries with more than 35 years of service. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Dale L. Chism and his wife,… Leonie Doss Cocke Leonie Doss Cocke, 93, of Lynchburg passed away Aug. 31, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Brice Tensley Cocke Sr. and her parents, Robert Lester Doss and Maude Hardy Doss of Pittsylvania County. She is survived by her sons, John William Cocke and wife, Joan Taylor Cocke of Lynchburg and Brice Tensley Cocke Jr. and his wife, Cathy Cocke of Daphne, Ala. Her grandchildren include Lisa Cocke Bradley and husband, Scott Bradley of Louisburg, N.C.; J. Andrew Cocke and… Floyd E. Caniff, 88, of Blue Ridge, Va., passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Jeffery Lynn Carpenter Jeffery Lynn Carpenter, age 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 Criglers-ville 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 Natalie Spring, of Durham, North… CARY, Clarice W., 92, of Richmond, widow of Howard Cary, passed away September 1, 2008. She is survived by her son, Randolph Cary and wife, Sally; two grandchildren, Sarah Franklin and Karl Cary; one great-granddaughter, Micaela Franklin; a sister, Lois Brooks; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cary was an avid gardener, a member of Central United Methodist Church, and was retired from Liggett & Myers and Spencer Printing. Her family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at… will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at 3501 Maverick St., Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to the Angela Chick Educational Fund, via the Virginia Beach Schools Federal Credit Union, 3701 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach. The family wishes to express the importance of "living each day as if it were your last." Arrangements by Walton Funeral Home. Ms. Renee' M. Coleman of 1118 6th St., Petersburg, died Tuesday, Sept. 2 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, (804) 732-7841. One may send condolences or obtain funeral service information on our Web site at www.blandenterprisesinc.com Prentice Albert "P.A., Jr." Conley Jr., 62, of Petersburg, Va., entered into eternal rest Friday, Aug. 29, in Johnston-Willis Medical Center, Richmond, Va. Born in Harrisonburg, Va., he was the son of the late Prentice Albert Conley Sr. and Hazel Price Conley. He served two years with the United States Army including a tour in Vietnam. He was preceded in death by a brother, Roger Lee Conley. Mr. Conley was retired from the Defense Distribution Depot, Richmond, and retired on disability from U.S.… s will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va. Herbert L. Cross PORTSMOUTH - Herbert Lee Cross, 72, of the 2800 block of Magnolia St., died Aug. 27, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. Mr. Cross was born in Portsmouth to late Simon and Ruth Cross. Mr. Cross is survived by his loving wife, Doris, of 51 years. He is also survived by three daughters, five sons, three sisters, two brothers, 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Cross was preceded in death by a son, Michael L. Cross… CROWDER, Mrs. Nancy J., 70, of South Hill, died Tuesday, September 2, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Harvey Drew Crowder of the home; one son, David Lee Crowder (Mary Jane) of Graham, N.C.; and one daughter, Betty Drew Crowder Boham (Ken) of Lenoir, N.C. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Stephen and Chelsea Boham and James David Crowder; and one sister, Jane Hope Davis of Moncure, N.C. Mrs. Crowder was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd L. and Virginia B. Jordan; and one sister, Betty Lee… Culpepper, Eugenia Sheffield "Jeannie" CULPEPPER, Eugenia "Jeannie" Sheffield, 93, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at her home on August 31, 2008. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Leroy Culpepper. She is survived by three daughters, Patricia Gibbs and husband, Forest, Barbara Townsend and husband, Lynn; and her special daughter and constant companion, Carolyn Lee. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Forest Gibbs IV and wife, Martha, Christian Culpepper Gibbs, Jennifer Gibbs, Tiffany T. Taliaferro and… s will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at the Bland Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Randy Morris officiating. Interment will follow in Newberry Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Edwards, Katharine Sefronia Lewis Mildred V. Edwards PORTSMOUTH - Mildred V. "Nanny" Edwards, 90, of the 300 block of Avondale Road, passed away Aug. 27, 2008, in her residence with her family at her side. Mildred, a lifetime resident of Portsmouth, was the daughter of the late Martha and William Pope Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband of more than 46 years, Lloyd G. Edwards; brother, William Pope Jr.; sons, Robert E. "Sonny" Edwards, Maurice Edwards and Lloyd Edwards Jr. Mildred worked for 20 years for… Sep 3, 2008 Ethelene Mason Taylor, 89, formerly of 14915 Martinsville Highway, Cascade, died Sept. 2, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Franklin County on Aug. 22, 1919, to Major Buck Mason and Lucy Maude Holcomb Mason. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Duggar Taylor; a son, David William Taylor; and a brother, William Mason. She lived most of her life in the Westover area of Danville and was a member of Riverview Baptist Church. She worked… FEMINELLA, John George, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S., died Monday, September 1, 2008. He was born on January 15, 1941, in Brooklyn, N.Y., son of the late Dr. John G. Sr. and Evelyn P. Feminella. He attended Colgate University from 1958 to 1962, and he graduated with honors, earning degrees in both mathematics and physics. While at Colgate, Dr. Feminella won the Osborne Math Prize for the highest average in mathematics, and he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Dr. Feminella received his graduate medical degree… 2 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Cool Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church. Visitation Wednesday, September 3, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Burch-Messier Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360. FLOYD, Colonel Charles Edward, 64, retired Virginia Army National Guard, of Midlothian, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. A completed notice will follow. Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, assisting family. FOX, Haywood, of Caroline County, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 29, 2008 at 5:39 p.m. at Retreat Hospital in Richmond, Va. He is survived by six children, Haywood Jr. "Rodney," Zanada, Javan, Eric, Talayia Fox, and Cathy Holmes; four brothers, Charles, Rev. Lloyd, and Lewis Fox, and Robert Johnson; four sisters, Frances George, Thelma Boone, Burnett Turner, and Francine Keys. His remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. A… GATEWOOD, Dorothy Flintoff, 99, of Richmond, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008. Dot was a retired employee of Western Union. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, September 5, 2008, at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, is assisting the family. s for Mr. James R. Gentry will be conducted 6 p.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at the Graveside in the Old Glade Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Tim Bird and Dr. Robert Lominack officiating. There will be no visitation at the funeral home and friends are asked to meet at the Cemetery by 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Online condolences can be submitted to the family at www.frostfuneralhome.com. The family would like to thank all the individual friends who gave donations toward Jim's care and… Bonnie Lou Glauner NORFOLK - Bonnie Lou Glauner, 82, of the 8800 block of Chesapeake Blvd., passed away Sept. 2, 2008, in DePaul Hospital. A native of Paris, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mattie Williams. She was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Fleet Reserve Association Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by her husband, John G. Glauner; two daughters, Barbara L. King and Sharon K. Burris; two sons, James A. Byrd and Glenn O. Byrd; eight grandchildren; 12… Charles R. Glover Jr. FAYETTEVILLE - Charles Romeo Glover Jr., 91, of the 6500 block of Ryefield Drive, died Aug. 30, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at noon in Sandhills State Veteran Cemetery. Cherry's Funeral Home is in charge. Walter Francis Gordon GRANDY - Walter Francis Gordon, 54, of the 200 block of Grandy Road, died Aug. 29, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Piney Grove Disciples of Christ, Harbinger, N.C. Stallings Funeral Home is in charge. Sep 3, 2008 A funeral for Gracie Mildred Hylton, 92, of Stuart, who died Aug. 30, 2008, was held Tuesday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Calvin Reynolds, the Rev. Jim Churchwell and Doug and Joyce Swinney officiating. Burial was in Conners View Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Pallbearers were Dennis Asbury, Earl Irwin, Harry Lee Litten, Ricky Edwards, Jerry Woods and Terri Combs. GREEN, Jerry Wayne, 68, of Chesterfield, passed away Monday, September 1, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife, Helen M. Green; one son, Jerry Green Jr. and wife, Becky; two daughters, Julie Hurst and husband, Kevin, Jessie Evans and husband, Jon; brother, William Green and wife, Dorothy; sister, Nellie Meyer and husband, Earl; and brother-in-law, Bill Fisher. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Joshua, Loryn Rose, Jonathan, Ethan, and Jackson; and faithful caregiver, James Avent. Mr. Green served in… Rev. Dr. Carl Wrenn Haley, 95, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. at the church fellowship hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Menokin Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 1175, Warsaw, VA 22572. HALL, Darryl Antoine, 42, went home on Sunday, August 31, 2008. Darryl is survived by spouse, Linda; children, Amanda, Darryl and Ureka; sisters, Chauntele (Charles), Cheezelle (James); grand-mothers, Maggie Jones, Nana Marion; and a host of family and friends. The viewing is to be held on Friday, September 5, 2008. The family will receive family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Woody Funeral Home, Huguenot Chapel, at 1020 Huguenot Road. Funeral services pending. HAMLIN, Mrs. Roberta Edmonds, of Richmond, departed this life August 29, 2008. She is survived by her daughters, Dawn and Tanisha Hamlin; son, Kenneth Jones; nine grandchildren, two brothers, three sisters, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and a devoted friend. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where the family will receive friends Wednesday (today) from 6 to 7 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Thursday, September 4, at 1 p.m. Rev. Kenneth Edmonds… William K. (Yankee) Hannon, 55, of Roanoke, passed away August 30, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. HARGETT, Bettie Louise Vann, age 75, passed on to be with our Lord and Savior August 23, 2008 in Tulsa, Okla., with her two daughters, Thea Bland and Aleta Hoch by her side. Known by many as "Betty Boop" and "Betty Crocker," she gave us her gift of laughter and cakes. She will be honored on September 6, 2008, 3 p.m., at Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Ave. Following, friends and family are invited to gather in fellowship to celebrate her life at the Hilton Garden Inn… Deneen G. Harris VIRGINIA BEACH - Deneen G. Harris, 43, of the 1800 block of Williston Court, passed away Sept. 1, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. Hilda "Judy" Marialee Harris STUARTS DRAFT Hilda "Judy" Marialee Harris, of Cold Springs Road, went to be with the Lord at 2:45 p.m. Sunday, August 31, 2008, at Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville. Born April 26, 1938, in Augusta County, she was a daughter of the late Walter Paxton and Blanche Virginia (Fretwell) Pannell. She was a homemaker and was a member of New Covenant Church of Raphine. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Sherwood Nelson Pannell;… Everett Ray Harvey Jr. ALEXANDRIA - Everett Ray Harvey Jr., 32, of the 7400 block of Mount Vernon Drive, died Aug. 30, 2008. A funeral will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Bibleway Holiness Church, Chesapeake. A.C. Robinson & Son Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge. HASTINGS, Horace Hall, 87, of Mechanicsville. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, George W. and Julia Banks Hall Hastings; two brothers, James Maston and G. Perkins Hastings; two sisters, Mildred Hastings Overton and Estelle Hastings Daniel; and his wife of 60 years, Earle King Hastings. Mr Hastings is survived by his daughter, Bliss Hastings Bourne and her husband, Douglas N. Bourne, of Fredericksburg, Va.; his son, Earl Hall Hastings and his wife, June Pickett Hastings; one grandson,… s 2 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va. Mary Lola Hayes, 99, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va. will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in St. Timothy Baptist Church, Suffolk. Crocker Funeral Home is in charge. HIGGINS, Thomas Louis Sr., 49, of Highland Springs, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Higgins; and brother, John Higgins Jr. He left behind his wife of 27 years, Tammy Higgins; daughters, Teresa Gary and Lisa Higgins; son, Thomas Louis Higgins Jr.; three grandchildren, Skye, Rylee and Kamryn; and one sister, Sheila Marciniak. He will also be greatly missed by his loyal companions, Emily and Sunday. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to… HOBAN, John Warren, 66, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on Saturday, August 30, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father, John W. Hoban Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Irma A. Hoban; one stepson, Ira Dawkins; his mother, Vivian E. Hoban; mother-in-law, Glassie M. Dawkins; four sisters-in-law, Theresa Williams, Betty J. Perry (Thomas), Glossine Robinson and Princess Favor (Thomas); six brothers-in-law, James, Rev. Dr. Warne (Cathy), Tyree, Archie, Joseph and Chauncey Dawkins; a… to greet friends. Condolences may be offered to the family at will be held 11 a.m. Friday, September 5, 2008, in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. to celebrate his life will be held Friday at 11 a.m. by the Rev. Gary Alvis in Centenary United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Music Fund of Centenary United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at IRBY, Beverly Lane, 56, of Richmond, died Sunday, August 31, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Thomas M. Irby; her mother, Margaret B. Lane; two sons, Christopher T. Lane and his wife, Tricia, and Jason E. Ciejek and his wife, Diane; one grandson, Andrew Lane; two sisters, Marsha G. Lane and Jean L. Rigsby and her husband, Steve; one nephew and three nieces. Her family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (tonight) at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a funeral service will be… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Sep 3, 2008 Joe T. Blackwell Sr., 74, of Martinsville, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Bassett Funeral Service is handling arrangements. Faye Vinson Jones, 68, of Wytheville, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Clyde and Rennie Mae Edwards Vinson. She is survived by her husband, William R. Jones, of Wytheville; sons and daughters-in-law, Robert A. and Cecilia Jones, of Bristol, Bill and Debbie Jones, Russell V. and Chris Jones, and John Paul and Renae Jones, all of Wytheville; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jeannette and Joe Parker, of Mufreesboro, N.C., and Bill and James Long, of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.;… Wilson Kibler Kaiser, 86, of Blacksburg, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. Brian Keith CHESAPEAKE - Brian L. Keith, 21, went to heaven to be with the Lord Aug. 30, 2008. He was born in Poquoson and lived most of his life on the Peninsula. He was employed by Dominion Terminal Association in the operations department. Brian was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, John and Wilma Wood and paternal grandparents, Medley and Pearl Keith. Brian is survived by loving wife, Amanda B. Keith and son Gabriel Matthew Keith; mother, Charlene Dunn and stepfather David Dunn; father,… A funeral service for Mr. TyJuan D. Kelley will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008 at the chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. with Pastor Gary Adams of Shiloh Seventh Day Adventist Church, Petersburg, Va., officiating. Interment will follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral establishment. The family will assemble 10 a.m. at 7 St. John Court, Petersburg the day of the… will be conducted Thursday at 1 p.m. at Rosewood Memorial Park. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at Early Sunday morning Aug. 31, 2008 God in His infinite wisdom called home one of his angels, Mr. John King of 826 Fort Henry St., Petersburg, Va. He was born April 5, 1946 in Sussex County to the late Mary Lou Grandison and Richard King. He was employed at Delaware Mechanic in New Kent County, Va. for 25 years. John rededicated his life to Christ and joined Sharon Baptist Church of Dinwiddie County, Va. He leaves to cherish loving memories: a devoted companion of 13 years, Nancy Rives; one daughter, Tracey… Muriel Kirby CHESAPEAKE - Muriel (Brandt) Kirby, 89, passed away Sept. 1, 2008, in Chesapeake, after a long illness. She was born in New York City on June 3, 1919, the first of three children of Edith and Frederic Rosenburg. Muriel was a devoted wife and a loving and proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She married Robert Gordon Kirby in 1944. They had two children, Robert Brandt Kirby and Susan Ellen (Kirby) Lee. Muriel and her family moved from New York to Hot Springs, Ark., where she worked… Nellie Whitmer Knick, 79, of Lexington, died on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. s 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. noon on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at Sherwood Burial Park. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home in Salem. MARSHALL, Sylvia Townsend, of Richmond, died September 1, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Marshall. She is survived by her daughter, Tina Marshall-Beck; son, Mark E. Marshall; and five grandchildren, Ashton, Spencer and Jonathan Beck, Landis and Logan Marshall; as well as other family members and friends. She proudly transported many schoolchildren as a school bus driver for both Richmond and Chesterfield for over 30 years. Her remains rest at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull… will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Roger L. Graves Sr. officiating. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. 3 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at First Brethren Church, Buena Vista. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista. Carl Lee McClarty CHESAPEAKE - Carl Lee McClarty, 54, ended his life journey here Friday, Aug. 29, 2008. Carl Lee was born Oct. 8, 1953, in Norfolk, to Henry (predeceased) and Myrtle McClarty. He served his country in the Navy for two years and had always opened his home and heart to many. Carl Lee enjoyed listening to music, singing and sharing his viewpoint of life. Carl Lee is survived by his mother, Myrtle McClarty of Chesapeake; six siblings, Ellis McClarty of Texas, Elder Bonita (James) Brown, Cheryl… McCOY, Earl David "Big Dave," 48, went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2008. He is survived by his father, Mr. Orville McCoy of South Carolina; mother, Mrs. L. Hall of Utah; sisters, Sue, Connie and Willie; brother, Dwayne; and loving wife of 20 years, Kathlen McCoy. Dave will be remembered always by his friends and cherished by all who met him. He would want us all to be smiling as he always made us do on the worst of days. A friend to everyone who met him, he would do anything for anyone. Rest… MELTON, Mr. Bruce W., age 68, died Monday at the Ogeechee Area Hospice Inpatient Facility. He was formerly of Glen Allen, Va. He is survived by his devoted wife, Dr. Teri Ann Denlea Melton of Statesboro; and his son, Gregory E. Melton and his family of Richmond, Va. Bruce was a career Virginia state employee, serving 32 years before retiring in 1991 as Assistant Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles. He and his wife lived in the Dominican Republic for 10 years, and then relocated to Southern… Ronald Dale Metz, 65, of Hopewell, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, at Chippenham Medical Center. Mr. Metz was born in St. George, W.V. He retired from the U.S. Army and served during the Viet Nam War. Mr. Metz was preceded in death by his father, Harold Metz, and a sister, Patricia Leatherman. He is survived by his wife, Marianne Burkhardt Metz of Hopewell; two sons, Timothy D. Metz and wife, Elizabeth, of Prince George, and Gene R. Deach and wife, Patricia, of Chesterfield; a daughter, Melanie S. Jameson and… MILJEVIC, Milorad, 86, died peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2008, after a brief period of failing health. He was at home and surrounded by his family at the time of his death. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ursula Miljevic. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Maria; his two daughters, Margret M. Trumbull and her husband, Charles, Marianne M. Watkinson and her husband, Robert; and five grandchildren, Benjamin C. Trumbull, Alexandra M. Trumbull and her husband, Matthew Anderson, Andrew L.… Sep 3, 2008 The funeral for Nannie Virginia Millner Scales, 95, of 16750 A.L. Philpott Highway, Martinsville, who died Aug. 31, 2008, at home, will be held at noon Saturday at Mayo Missionary Baptist Church in Ridgeway. The Rev. Dwight N. Mack will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church for a half-hour before the service Saturday and other times at the home. She was born in Henry County on Oct. 14, 1912, to Jesse W. Millner and Mary Deshazo Millner.… at 3880 Stumpy Lake Lane, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. Any questions, please call 227-9027. Frank L. Paolucci NORFOLK - Frank L. Paolucci, 73, passed away Aug. 27, 2008, in a local hospital. Born in Riccia, Campobasso, Italy, he later relocated to Montefalcione, Avellino, where he met his bride. In 1966, Frank accepted a position as a tailor with Shulman's men's clothier, making the transatlantic relocation with his wife and eldest daughter. Along with his wife and best friend, Mina, he was the longtime owner and operator of the Ghent Seamstress and Tailor Shop. In addition to his wife of… s 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at Hillcrest Cemetery, Blue Ridge. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel. Heather Elizabeth Perry SUFFOLK - Heather Elizabeth Perry, 22, passed away Aug. 31, 2008. She was a native of Suffolk and a student at Tidewater Community College. Heather was a 2004 honor graduate of Lakeland High School and attended the Governor's School for the Arts throughout her high school years. Her favorite form of art was mixed media. She is survived by her father, Jerry Milton Perry Jr. and stepmother Sharon J. Perry; mother, Lisa Taroli Myers and stepfather Michael Sean Myers, all of Suffolk;… s will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Moody Funeral Services, Stuart, Va. PREVATT, Elizabeth Spiers, died unexpectedly but peacefully at her home on Monday, September 1, 2008, at age 86. She was predeceased by her husband, Morris Prevatt; and her beloved son, Jon Leslie Prevatt, M.D. She is survived by her beloved grandsons, Jon L. Prevatt of New York City, and Brennan Hardaway Prevatt of Los Angeles, Calif.; and their mother, Gloria Prevatt of Richmond; great-grandsons, Simon and Isaac Prevatt of Los Angeles, Calif.; sister, Josephine Karnes of Huntington, W.Va.; and… s 11 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Flora Funeral Chapel. 4 p.m. Friday, September 5, 2008, Warm Springs Cemetery. Arrangements by McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home, 540-839-2961. Virginia F. "Florene" Reese 53, of 25803 Nottoway Ave., West Petersburg, was called home to glory on Sept. 1, 2008 at VCU/MCV Medical Center, Richmond, Va. Florence was born on Aug. 7, 1955 to Dorothy and Harold Harris and the late William "Dick" Hinton. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Irene Baskerville, one sister Diane Baskerville, and Uncle Calvin Hinton Sr. Florence was a member of High Street Church of Christ, Petersburg. She was educated in the Dinwiddie… Bruce W. Reynolds, 37, of Richmond passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008. Mr. Reynolds was a graduate of L.C. Byrd High School and James Madison University. He is survived by his parents, Sonny and Brenda Reynolds; one brother, Chris Reynolds of Richmond; his grandfather, Dennis C. Bridgeman of Church Road; aunts and uncles, Sharon Wolber of Richmond, Patricia Bridgeman of Dinwiddie, Carol Dykes of Richmond, Dennis W. Bridgeman, and Mike Bridgeman, both of Dinwiddie; and several cousins. A funeral service will… REYNOLDS, Bruce W., 37, of Richmond, passed away Monday, September 1, 2008. Mr. Reynolds was a graduate of L.C. Bird High School and James Madison University. He is survived by his parents, Sonny and Brenda Reynolds; one brother, Chris Reynolds of Richmond; his grandfather, Dennis C. Bridgeman of Church Road; aunts and uncles, Sharon Wolber of Richmond, Patricia Bridgeman of Dinwiddie, Carol Dykes of Richmond, Dennis W. Bridgeman and Mike Bridgeman, both of Dinwiddie; several cousins. A funeral service will… Sep 3, 2008 The funeral for Robert Dale “Bob” Shuford, 93, of Martinsville, who died Aug. 29, 2008, at home, will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at Starling Avenue Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. David Adkins and the Rev. Dr. Gerald Robinson officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the funeral Thursday. Shuford was born in Marion, N.C., on July 8, 1915, to Robert E. and Nettie Dale Shuford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister,… ROBISON, Michele, 61, passed away Monday, September 1, 2008 at Hospice House of Williamsburg, after a valiant fight with cancer. Michele was born October 13, 1946 in Alameda, California. She was a graduate of Old Dominion University with a Master's degree in English Education. Michele was a certified English teacher in Virginia and California, and taught at Denbigh, Ferguson, and Woodside High Schools in Newport News, and Rancho Barnardo High School in San Diego, California. She retired as head of the… 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, at Coyner Springs Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. Amos (Pete) Royall Jr., 78, of Candor, N.C., died on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Phillips Funeral Home, Star, N.C., 910-428-2124. SCANLON, Dr. Edward F., died at his home in Southlake, Texas, at age 89. He graduated from Columbia University Medical School, was a Research Fellow at Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, and Professor of Surgery and Chief of Surgical Oncology at Northwestern University School of Medicine. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; two daughters; sister, Eileen Brogan; nieces, Suellen Brogan, Lynn Cutright of Mechanicsville; and nephew, James Scanlon of Ashland. s 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at South Fork Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Seaver-Brown Funeral Home, 276-783-7107. to others. He lived by three mottos: "To Make The Best Better", "That I May Serve", and "Service Above Self". These three mottos for 4-H, Virginia Tech, and Rotary International, respectively, summarize Bill's selfless commitment to serving others. Born January 10, 1919, in Dinwiddie County, Dr. Skelton grew up on his family's tobacco farm. He enrolled in the Cadet Corps at Virginia Tech in 1936 and worked his way through college, graduating in 1940, with a B.S. in… , however, will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008 at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Roanoke. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Snead family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 540-389-5441. SPARKS, Harold, 94, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2008. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizabeth Barron Sparks. He is survived by his daughter, Linda S. Canada of Arizona; his sister, Helen Fulcher of Bethlehem, Pa.; two granddaughters, Joan Gallob of Las Vegas, Nev., and Mary Claire Pallagi of Gilbert, Arizona; and four great-grandchildren. Mr. Sparks was born September 2, 1913 in Philadelphia, Pa. He was a lifetime member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians and… SPEIGHTS, Mr. Terry R., originally of Bassfield, Miss., and resident of Richmond, Va., passed from this life Saturday, August 30, in the home of his daughter, Terri Speights. He was surrounded by his daughters, Sarah Speights Mahmoud and Janet Speights; and his wife, Katye Speights. He is also survived by his son-in-law, Walied Mahmoud; and his three grandchildren, Elizabeth Mahmoud, Shaheen Mahmoud and Sharief Mahmoud. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a contribution to Bon Secours Hospice,… St. John, Helen C. VanDenburgh ST. JOHN, Helen C. VanDenburgh, 80, born and raised in Richmond, Va., passed away August 30, 2008. She was retired from AAA Travel Department and several years later founded Travel Air. She was preceded in death by her brother, Wilmer "Van" F. VanDenburgh. She is survived by her sister, Barbara V. Pond; her brother, John "Jack" M. VanDenburgh; and also several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg, Va. Bliley Funeral… TAYLOR, Leonard Lee Sr., 53, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord Monday September 1, 2008. He was the son of the late Arthur and Eva Taylor. He was preceded in death by his son, Christopher. Beloved father and grandfather, he is survived by his four children, Leonard Jr., Brandon, Theresa and Casey; one grandson, Brennan; four sisters, five brothers and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where a… Sep 3, 2008 The graveside service for Thomas Wilson Eames, 71, of 916 Lillian St., Martinsville, has been changed from today until Thursday at 11 a.m. at Kataba Memorial Gardens in Hickory, N.C., with Director Kelly Ratcliff officiating. Eames died Aug. 30. 2008. Community Funeral Home in Ridgeway is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Thelma Louise (Goodwyn) Thomas, "Pudding" or "Boss Lady," born Sept. 23, 1931 to the late Stephen and Pearl Goodwyn, went home to her eternal Father on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008 with her children by her bedside. Thelma was a member of Union Baptist Church, Church Road, Va. She was a member of the Willing Workers Ministry. She attended Russell Grove High School, Amelia County, Va. Thelma retired from Poplar Springs Hospital after 25 years of dedicated service. Mrs. Thomas was preceded… THOMPSON, Earl A., 74, of Farmville, died September 1, 2008. He is survived by two daughters, Nancy Gail Ferrell and husband, James, of Cumberland, and Linda Kay Southall and husband, Andy, of Keysville; four grandchildren, Kristopher Ferrell, Jonathan Ferrell, Phillip Thompson Jr., and Vicie Anne Southall; three sisters and three brothers. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Doyne-Burger-Davis Funeral Home, where a funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, September… TUCKER, Eugene B., 79, of Richmond, passed away September 1, 2008. He is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Layne and Pam Tucker; two grandsons, Daniel Layne and his wife, Ashley, and David Williams; his great-grandson, Ashton; and his sister, Georgie Stone. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alma; and his son, Ernest. The family will receive friends 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday. Interment… Floyd Daniel Walker Floyd Daniel Walker, 73, of Keswick died Monday, August 25, 2008, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Born March 6, 1935, in Albemarle County, he was a son of the late Charles Benny Walker and Ethel Blanche Gibson. He is survived by one daughter, Eula Virginia Payne; two brothers, John Harry Walker and Russell Frederick Breeden; four sisters, Elizabeth Shifflett, Dorothy Thomas, Shirley Johnson, and Marie Johnson; and one grandson, Jonathan Daniel Payne. He was also preceded in… s 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, Rockbridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service. will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008, in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va. WADE, Michael A. "Mike," departed this life September 1, 2008. Arrangements by WALLACE, Luberta M., departed this life on September 2, 2008. Arrangements by WEEKS, Mary Sealine Sale, age 97, of Lucy Corr Nursing Home, passed away September 1, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hardy T. Weeks; parents, Taylor Thornton and Dorothy Thomas Sale; her brothers, Taylor Garnett, Horace W., and Robert W. Sale; and sisters, Viola S.Thomas and Beulah S. Campbell. Mary Sealine loved God, others, and was a dedicated member of Calvary Wesleyan Church. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gilbert T. and Anne Weeks; granddaughter, Pamela W. Gery and her… Betty Lou Wood Wells 78 of Bumpass died Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at her residence. She was born April 20, 1930 in Martinsville and was a daughter of the late Walter Bennett Wood and Emma Dillon Hilton Wood. She was a member of the Elk Creek Baptist Church in Mineral. Mrs. Wells is survived by her husband, George Collier Wells Jr. of Bumpass; two daughters, Betty Lane Cope and husband, Rick, of Kents Store; Emily Mazure and husband, Peter of Chesterfield; two sons, Walter Michael Wells and wife, Connie, of… WELLS, Betty Lou Wood, 78, of Bumpass, died Monday, September 1, 2008, at her residence. She was born April 20, 1930, in Martinsville, and was a daughter of the late Walter Bennett Wood and Emma Dillon Hilton Wood. She was a member of the Elk Creek Baptist Church in Mineral. Mrs. Wells is survived by her husband, George Collier Wells Jr. of Bumpass; two daughters, Betty Lane Cope and husband, Rick, of Kents Store, Emily Mazure and husband, Peter, of Chesterfield; two sons, Walter Michael Wells and wife,… Deborah Ann Whitaker was born Oct. 15, 1963 in Wilson, N.C. She was the daughter of the late Rosa Lee Williams and the late James Phelps. She departed this life on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, Va. She joined Piney Grove Baptist Church in Wilson, N.C. at an early age. Deborah was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. Deborah graduated from Northern Nash High School. She was employed over 10 years with Amsted Brenco. She also worked for Reuben H. Donnelly… WILLIAMS, Anita E., of Richmond, departed this life September 2, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street. Funeral notice later. WILLIAMS, Baby Eniece M. "Nec-Nec," departed this life September 2, 2008. Arrangements by s noon Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. William Ray Wyatt, 59, of Marion, Va., passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion, Va. |
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