| Oscar R. Akers, 88, of Radford, Va., died Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home. ANDERSON, William A. "Bill", 71, of Ladysmith died Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at his home. Born in Richmond, he had retired in 2000 as a vocational teacher at Hermitage Technical Center. He was a master marine and auto technician, and was awarded "Teacher of the Year" while at Hermitage. In his younger years, he was a champion water skier and had recently begun his second term as Madison representative to the Caroline School Board. He was also a member of the Grace Community Church of… BAILEY, Philip M., of Chesterfield, departed this life September 7, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Loretta Bailey; son, Kijuan Bailey; two daughters, Cherneeka and Philicia Bailey; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral service will be held at Faith & Family Church, 7900 Walmsley Blvd., Friday, September 12, 12 p.m. Minister Calvin Duncan officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery. Patricia Anne Turner Barker, 58, of Roanoke, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 8, 2008. Mrs. Barker was preceded in death by her parents, James K. and Juanita N. Turner. She was an associate in the Paint and Hardware department at Walmart in Bonsack and a member of Cloverdale Church of the Brethren. Surviving are her husband of 31 years, Bobby "Bob" Barker; daughter, Jennifer P. Stroupe, of Roanoke; son, James Russell Philpott and wife, Patra, of Salem; grandchildren, Angel Kenyi,… Elizabeth A. Blow SUFFOLK - Elizabeth Alexander Blow, 85, of the 1500 block of Great Fork Road, died Sept. 10, 2008, in her home. Mrs. Blow was born in Portsmouth, and was the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth Bolinger Alexander. A graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, she was a retired 30-year employee of the Bank of Virginia, a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Franklin, a member and Past Worthy Matron of Esther Chapter No. 37, Order of the Eastern Star and also a member of Zulekia Court No.… from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The interment will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Conover Cemetery in Conover, N.C. The family would like to express its sincere gratitude to the staff at Cedar Manor and Sentara Hospice for the care and compassion given to Mrs. Bost. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Sentara Hospice, 535 Independence Parkway, Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Chamblee Family Cemetery, St. John, N.C. Wilder's Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. at Mill Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery, Isle of Wight County, conducted by Pastor Rick Geoghegan. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Gideons International, Portsmouth Camp, P.O. Box 61, Portsmouth, VA 23705 or Good News Jail and Prison Ministry, Hampton Roads Regional Jail, 2690 Elmhurst Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23701. BROWN, Thomas Allen, 81, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2008 to join his sister, Mattie L. Temple; and brother, Robert J. Brown. Surviving are his wife, Bernice H. Brown; two daughters, Adriene Hines (James) and Gwendolyn Davis; eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; twin brother, Timothy; sisters, Mary Norwood and Constance Wells; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Remains rest at Scott-Lightfoot Funeral Home, 3021 "N" Street. Funeral services will be held… BUNN, Stephen R., 48, of Midlothian, went to his heavenly home September 9, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Christina Wilson Bunn; four children, Jason, Zachary, Kyle and Shannon Bunn; two brothers, Terry and Fran Bunn; one sister, Bonnie Moore; his stepmother, Hollice Bunn; and many other family members and friends. Steve was the owner of Bunn's Welding. He was an avid hunter and loved riding his Harley. He was the driver of the number 89 enduro car at Southside Speedway. His family will… Andrew Butts PORTSMOUTH - Andrew Butts, 65, of the 500 block of Main St., died Sept. 6, 2008. A funeral will held at noon Saturday in Crocker Funeral Home. s will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, at the Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va. On Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, our hearts were saddened by the passing of our loved one, Mrs. Cynthia Denise Jackson Carter, 928 Farmer St., Petersburg, Va., who entered rest at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell, Va. Cynthia was a native of Petersburg, Va., and was the daughter of James and Dorothy Jackson. She was born June 16, 1964. She was a member of Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. She graduated from Petersburg High School Class of 1981 and was an outstanding softball player. She had a… CASTLE, Dr. Jeanie Little, 65, of Mechanicsville, died September 9, 2008 after fighting bravely against a virulent cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Jean Little, formerly of Richmond; and a brother, Paul G. Little of Greenville, N.C. She is survived by her husband, Capt. Ernest C. Castle, U.S. Navy retired; a sister, Martha Elmore and her husband, William "Mickey"; and three nieces, Lynnette Byington, Eleanor Valentine and Laura Little. Dr. Castle was born May 5, 1943 in… Sep 11, 2008 The funeral for Cecil R. Adams, 88, of Bassett, who died Sept. 6, 2008, was held Wednesday at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel with Pastors Rick Anderson and Wayne Hannah officiating. Burial was in Ross Harbour United Methodist Church cemetery in Patrick County. Pallbearers were Bobby Adams, David Adams, Glen Handy, Sherman Moran, Bruce Joyce, Mike Washburn and Junior Adams. Sep 11, 2008 Charles “Chuck” Sheppard, 73, of 40 Woodlyn Drive, Collinsville, died Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at home. He was born in Clinton, S.C., on Feb. 15, 1935, to O.R. and Pearlie Ann Sheppard. His parents preceded him in death. He served in the Army for more than 20 years during the Korean conflict and two tours in Vietnam. He was a sergeant first class and received a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. He retired from Blue Ridge Hardware. Surviving are his wife, Shirley Handy Sheppard of the home;… CHEWNING, Lynn Purcell, 82, of Richmond, died peacefully September 8, 2008. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Averil Booker Chewning; two daughters, Sally Chewning Little and her husband, Lewis, of Richmond, and Booker Chewning Deakyne and her husband, David, of Harvey Cedars, N.J.; three grandchildren, Lewis, Tyler and Mollie; and a sister, Marie Chewning Hancock. Born in Columbia, S.C., Lynn moved to Richmond and graduated from St. Christopher's School, where he earned All City and All… with Masonic rites will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday in Parklawn Memorial Park by Dr. Charles R. Smith and Dr. Chester L. Brown. Memorials may be made to a favorite charity. Arrangements by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home. On Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, the Lord demonstrated His final victory over suffering and death by peacefully and mercifully calling our loved one, Mrs. Mary M. Clarke, 76, of 5400 W. Hundred Road, Chester, Va., into eternal rest. She was the widow of William T. Clark Sr. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Lillie Mae Clarke and Deborah D. Clarke; seven sisters; and seven brothers-in-law. She was a member of Second Baptist Church where she sang with the W.E. Powell Singers for a number of years.… Garmon W. Conner, 73, of Check, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Audrey G. Coston PORTSMOUTH - Audrey G. Coston, 80, of the 300 block of Viking St., died Sept. 8, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Hale Funeral Home is in charge. was held Sept. 4 in Florida. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guestbook at CREEL, Phyllis Ann Clarke, 74, of Richmond, our loving mother and grandmother, went to be with our Lord September 9, 2008. She is survived by her son, Charles Duke Johnson Jr. and his wife, Benita; four granddaughters, Jennifer Regan, Jessica, Julia and Jeanette Johnson; brother, George W. Clarke Jr.; and many other loving family and friends. She was a longtime member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. Her family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street… s will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, at Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Terry Shaw officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. DAVIS, Moses "J.D.," 91, formerly of 1920 Stonewall Avenue, was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie M.; son, Moses III; and daughter, Janice Lee. Left to cherish his memories are one son, David (LaRita); five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephew, cousins other relatives and friends. Homegoing services will be held Friday, 2 p.m., at the Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, 14 W. Duval St. Pastor Tyrone Nelson officiating. Robert Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in First Baptist Church. William M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. DIXON, Bernard Melvin, 82, of Mechanicsville, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2008. He graduated from Maury High School, Norfolk, and attended the VPI-William and Mary College Extension, now known as Old Dominion University. In WWII, he served his country as a member of the United Sates Navy. He was an active member of Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church for over 40 years. He was the youngest of three children of the late Ida Ethel Otey and Charles DeWitt Dixon. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53… Anthony Henry Dudek, 78, of Bedford, Va., died Wednesday, September 10, 2008. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2008, at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, 540-586-7360. www.burch-messier.com. EARLY, Rex George, 86, of Henrico, left us to be with the Lord after a brief illness on September 7, 2008. He was born in Riverside, Calif., on April 24, 1922, and raised on the Pueblo Indian Reservation in Paquate, N.M. In WWII, he proudly served as an Airplane Armorer Gunner on a B-17, completing 27 missions with the 8th Air Force 96th Bomb Group (H) over continental Europe. After the war, Rex graduated from Catholic University of America with a degree in Architectural Engineering. He was loyal employee… Richard Norvell Ellinger, 80, of Lynch Station, Va., passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston, Va. ELLIS, Ernest Saunders, age 87, of Midlothian, passed away September 9, 2008. He was born in Wilson, N.C., to John and Carrie Ellis. He is survived by his wife, Nellie Hudson Ellis, of 66 years of marriage; three children, E. Duane Ellis and his wife, Susan, of Midlothian, Barbara Ellis Williams and her husband, Glenn, of Richmond, Michael S. Ellis and his wife, Heidi, of Midlothian; grandchildren, Mary D. Ellis, Allison E. Taylor and her husband, Adam, Rebecca Williams, Lee Ann Williams, Sean M. Ellis,… ESTES, Delores Harriett Allen, 77, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on September 6, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Irma Allen; and brother, Horace Allen Jr. Delores is survived by three children, James A. Estes III (Jena) of Bowie, Md., Davis A. Estes (Charade) of Stafford, Va., and DeAnn Estes-Gray (Frederick) of Richmond, Va. She is also survived by three granddaughters, Chelsea, Cameran and Ashley. Delores also leaves behind a host of beautiful family members and caring… Willa Mae Evans NORFOLK - Willa Mae Evans, 65, of the 5600 block of Tidewater Drive, died Sept. 5, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home. Evenson Sr., William Frederick EVENSON, William Frederick Sr., 71, of Richmond, died Sunday, September 7, 2008. Survivors include his wife, Inge; his son, William Evenson Jr.; and many loving relatives. Bill grew up in Windsor, Conn., where he attended The Loomis School and graduated from Trinity College in Hartford, Conn. After service in the Marine Corps, he moved to Richmond, where he worked for the Federal Reserve Bank. Following a law degree from the University of Virginia and a brief period of private practice in Charlottesville,… s 11 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, at Summersett Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. FINNEY, Grayson Jr., of Varina, departed this life, September 9, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. Neva M. Flood SUFFOLK - Neva Mullen Flood of the 100 block of Sumner St. passed away Sept. 9, 2008, in the comfort of her home. A native of Nansemond County, she was the daughter of the late Walter Clyde and Sarah Victoria Mullen and the widow of Charlton Flood Sr. She was a graduate of the former East Suffolk High School. Mrs. Flood had served as a musician for First Baptist Church Orlando and Diamond Grove Baptist Church. She was a faithful and lifetime member of Mineral Spring Baptist Church and a former… Funeral services for Mrs. Marion Deloris Hill Flowers, of 220 N. 16th Ave., Hopewell, who died Monday morning at her residence, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Surry, with the Rev. Douglas F. Adams officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The remains will lie in state at the church on Friday from 11:30 a.m. until the hour of service. Relatives and friends will assemble at the residence at 11 a.m. Mrs. Flowers is also survived by two uncles, Ernest… Gladys Eleanor Fox, 84, of Roanoke, died peacefully on September 4, 2008, surrounded by her family. Daughter of Eric and Grace Steuerwald Hopkins, Gladys was born in Schenectady, N.Y., on June 6, 1924. She graduated from Mont Pleasant High School and Albany Business College, and was employed in the Public Relations office of General Electric at its Schenectady headquarters. On August 17, 1951, Glad married Edward J. Fox, forging a loving partnership that would shape the rest of her life; the couple recently… GLADSTONE, Peggy Rose Harper, was born June 20, 1926 in Sharpsburg, N.C., to the late Susie Johnson Harper and John Smith Harper, the youngest sister to the late Frances Harper Dixon and Georgia Harper. After the family settled in Hertford, N.C., she graduated from Ahoskie High School and attended Campbell College, finally graduating in the first class of the DePaul School of Nursing in 1947. She began her career as a staff nurse at DePaul, serving until 1950. She married the late John Lee Gladstone of… GLASS, Forrest Allen, 93, passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2008. A memorial service will be held at noon on Saturday, September 13, at St. John's Episcopal Church in Hopewell, Virginia, followed by a graveside service at 4 p.m. at Hickory Neck Episcopal Church in Toano, Virginia. Born in Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1915, Mr. Glass lived most of his life in Hopewell. He received his Bachelor's degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Wake Forest University, where he played football, basketball, and… Ola Mae Godfrey CHESAPEAKE - Ola Mae Godfrey of the 1900 block of Robert Hall Blvd. passed away Sept. 6, 2008, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She was born in Norfolk County and was the widower of Lewis Godfrey Jr. Besides her husband, she was also predeceased by two sisters and three brothers. Ola retired from Chesapeake General Hospital and was a member of St. Luke Methodist Church where she faithfully served on the Usher Board. She leaves to cherish her precious memory one daughter, Vivian Stanley… . Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707. Janette Simmons Graham PLAINSVILLE, N.J. - Janette Simmons Graham died Sept. 8, 2008. A funeral will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. in Phillipi Baptist Church, Cofield, N.C. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. Mrs. Elizabeth Coleman Greene, of 25118 Carson Road, Carson, Va., peacefully and quietly entered eternal rest surrounded by her family on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at 10:30 p.m. in Chester, Va. "Bell," as she was affectionally known by all of her family and friends, was born June 25, 1925, in Dinwiddie, Va. She was the daughter of the late Mary Etta Sallie Coleman and Richard Coleman. She was educated in the public schools of Dinwiddie County and continued her education at Virginia State University.… GREENE, Martha Childress, 93, of Louisa, formerly of Amelia, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008. She was the widow of George L. Greene. A visitation will be held at Woodward Funeral Home, 200 Fredericksburg Ave., Louisa, Va. 23093, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, (today) September 11, 2008. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2008 in the Woodward Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Louisa. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to… Sep 11, 2008 The funeral for Gregory “Greg” Scott Martin Jr., 16, of Stuart, who died Sept. 7, 2008, was held Wednesday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. Pastor Marvin Wade officiated. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Mike Rea, Ronnie Richards, Chris Martin, Tommy Rea, Jamie Bailey, Dale Steele and Randy Steele. for the procession to the church. Condolences may be offered to the family at .com. The Grim family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. Joan Irene Halbeisen, 75, of Bedford, Va., died Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. Lloyd S. Hall SALISBURY, Md. - Lloyd Samuel Hall, 87, of the 900 block of Gateway St., died Sept. 3, 2008. A funeral will be Friday at noon in Steele-Bullock Funeral Chapel, Portsmouth. . He attended Way of the Cross Church, Norfolk. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Milton and Lillie R. Harper. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Doris and Joey Harper; two sisters, Briana D. Harper of Virginia Beach and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devon J. Mortensen, (Staff Sgt. Jesse); a nephew, Emmanuel S. Mortensen, all of Honolulu, Hawaii; maternal grandparents, Levi and June M. Talley of Holly Springs, Miss.; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at… will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in First Baptist Church of Lewiston Woodville with burial to follow in Hoggard Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Garrett Funeral Home-Ashley Chapel, 205 NC Highway 42, West, Ahoskie, from 7 until 8:30 p.m. today and other times at the home. Memorial donations may be made to Lewiston Woodville Volunteer Fire Department and EMS, P.O. Box 340, Lewiston Woodville, NC 27849 or to University Health Systems Hospice Care, P.O. Box 272, Ahoskie, NC 27910. Samuel D. Harris Samuel D. Harris, 60, of Crimora, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008, at the Shenandoah House in Fishersville. Arrange-ments will be announced by Charlton and Groome Funeral Home of Fishersville. HENRY, Ulysess Jr., 69, of Richmond, Va., formerly of Ashland, Va., departed this life September 10. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B St., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. fedabneyfuneralhome.com HURDLE, Kelvin Jesse, 53, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on September 9, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving and devoted wife, Sylvia Hurdle; two daughters, Alicia Hurdle-Woodson (David) and Zenobia Hurdle; one son, Lynwood Hurdle; four grandchildren, one great-grandchild; one sister, Gwendolyn Coles of Danville, Va.; one aunt, Leola Williams; uncle, Ulysses Williams; two godchildren, Charles and Monique Collins; mother-in-law, Zenobia Ford; three sisters-in-law, four brothers-in-law; a… s will be held 1 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2008, at Chamblissburg Baptist Church with Dr. Ken Scoggins and the Rev. John Riggs officiating. Burial will be at Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Lotz Vinton Chapel. Memorials may be made to the ISBELL, James Daniel, 80, of Richmond, died September 7, 2008. He was preceded in death by his son, James Daniel Isbell Jr., and is survived by his son, Todd Lytle Isbell; daughter, Judith Lee Isbell; and his granddaughter, Madison Grace Isbell. James served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He continued his service to his community as a Richmond City firefighter from 1952 until he retired in 1987. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's - Staples… JACKSON, Mr. Alex Lyron III, of Louisa County, Va., was called to eternal rest on Friday, September 5, 2008 at the age of 56. His memory will forever be cherished by his devoted wife of 36 years, Yvonne Inez Mallory Jackson; and two sons, Garrett (Toyrie) and Alex, all of Mineral, Va. He will also be remembered by his two grandchildren, Kalisha Houchens of Chesterfield, Va. and Devin McGhee of Louisa, Va.; his mother, Florence Ann Kinney Jackson; and mother-in-law, Ida Belle Johnson, both of Mineral, Va.;… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Johnson Jr., William P. (Memoriam) Mrs. Dorothy (Doris) Lee Johnson, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Elizabeth Brown (Libby) Johnson, 73, of Glasgow, Va., died Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. JOHNSON, Mr. Richard W. "Skinose", of Richmond, departed this life September 7, 2008. He was preceded in death by his sister, Brenda J. Mitchell. He is survived by one daughter, Richelle Moore; one brother, Charles L. Johnson Jr. (Kim); one sister, Linda Reynolds; three aunts, Louise J. Link of Philadelphia, Pa., Corrine Johnson and Charlotte McBrayer of Boston, Mass.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 North 25th Street.… . He was a member of El Bethel Worship Center in Holland, Va. He was a graduate of Beulah Heights School and served in the U.S. military. He is survived by wife, Mildred Scott Joyner; two daughters; three sons; mother, Dorothy Ayers Frazer; father, Lester Frazer; one sister; two brothers; 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in El Bethel Worship Center, 4324 Holland Road, Suffolk, VA 23437. The Rev. Joseph J. Ferguson will officiate. Burial will be in… KALWAIC, Henry Joseph "Joe," entered into a quiet realm of peace on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Chippenham Hospital. Joe has been a part of Richmond Residential Services for many years and has lived in several RRSI programs. At the time of his death, Joe worked for Expander Pak, but he had previously worked at Goodwill Industries. Joe attended Bon Air Baptist Church and had friends throughout the community. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Martha Woodson and Henry Kalwaic Sr. He… Robin Kevern VIRGINIA BEACH - Robin "Ball" Kevern, 53, of the 400 block of Grenfell Ave., departed this life for her eternal home Sept. 9, 2008. Robin was the daughter of the late George and Rosemary Ball. Survivors include her 9-year-old son, Alexander "Alex" Kevern; sister, June Matthews; brother, Alan Ball; and sister-in-law, Rene Ball; nephew, Michael Ball; dear friend companion, Rick Gravink; and Alex's father, David Kevern. Robin graduated from Princess Anne High School in… KOCH, Robert G., 71, of Richmond, died Wednesday, September 10, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Koch; two sons, Michael R. Koch and Thomas B. Koch; daughter, Lorrie A. Lewis; sister, Marlene Sanders; grandchildren, Kristine Daugherty, Stephen Koch, Christopher Koch, Ellen Koch and Eric Dadmun. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 6510 Staples Mill Road, and where a funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens.… , John worked for the Philco Corp. as a systems engineer, followed by employment with the Naval Ship Engineering Command from which he retired in 1982. John was a member of Coleman Place Presbyterian Church, where he had served as a deacon, an elder and with his wife Patty, as the adult advisors of the Pioneer Youth Fellowship for three years. Raised a Master Mason in Atlantic Lodge No. 2 AF&AM, he served as Worshipful Master in 1993 and in 2000. Subsequently, he became an officer and/or a member of the… Jennifer Lynn Davis Langston, 33, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Sept. 8, 2008, at Johnston-Willis Hospital. Mrs. Langston was a member of Community Christian Fellowship Church, Matoaca. She was an admissions coordinator for Southside Regional Medical Center School of Nursing. Jennifer was a 1993 graduate of Prince George High School. She received her associate's degree from Richard Bland College, her bachelor's degree in psychology from Mary Washington University, and attended the College of William… Sep 11, 2008 The funeral for Laura Fine Roach, 90, of 89 Remington Drive, Bassett, who died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at Stanleytown Health and Rehab Center, will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Fort Trial Baptist Church. Dr. Joey McNeill and the Rev. Jim Alsop will officiate. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends at the church from 6 to 8 p.m. today and other times at her home on Remington Drive, Bassett. She was born Feb. 23,1918, in Lexington, N.C., to Simon Thomas Fine and Maggie… will be held 3 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2008, at Grace Baptist Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va. .com. The Leech family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in First Baptist Church Winton. Reynolds Funeral Home is in charge. Miss Mildred Carrie Lockhart, also known lovingly as "Big Mama," was born to the union of the late George Lockhart and Lillian Littlejohn Lockhart on Oct. 27, 1937, in Chesapeake, S.C. George Lockhart later remarried Mildred's stepmother, Pearl Mae Lockhart. Mildred Carrie Lockhart grew up and lived her younger years between Shelby and Charlotte, N.C. She moved to Far Rockaway, N.Y., in 1956, where she dedicated her life to rearing children and taking care of families, her own and strangers… Billy Lee Lyons NORFOLK - Billy Lee "Boot" Lyons, 65, of the 1400 block of Halstead Ave., passed away Sept. 6, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. MARTIN, Earl L. Jr., 69, of Richmond, departed this life September 9, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Helen Lewis Martin; son, Earl L. Martin III (Kimberly); two daughters, Loretta M. Porter (Aaron) and Sheina M. Harris; seven grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Kidney Foundation. The family may be contacted at 804-687-2678. Remains rest at Wilson & Associates' Funeral Service, 5008 Nine… will be held today at 2 p.m. in Wilder's Funeral Home Chapel, Rich Square. MASON, India "Sallie," departed this life on Saturday, September 6, 2008 in Greensville Manor. She leaves to cherish her memory three sons, Ivory J. Mason Jr. (Evelyn) of Richmond, Va., Roy Mason of Jarratt, Va., and Kim Mason of Cleveland, Ohio; 29 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren; daughters-in-law, Reather Mason of Stony Creek, Va., and Timmu Mason of Lawrenceville, Va.; sisters-in-law, Artie Hill of Petersburg, Va., and Rose Hill of Augusta, Ga. Funeral service will be held on Friday at 1… James McMiller VIRGINIA BEACH - James McMiller of the 1700 block of Stonehaven Lane died Sept. 8, 2008. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in Second Calvary Baptist Church. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes is in charge. Thomas J. McNulty VIRGINIA BEACH - Thomas James McNulty died Sept. 7, 2008. A funeral Mass will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday in Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Virginia Beach. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach office, is assisting the family. s 11 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, Laurel Grove Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford. will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the home of Brenda Nash. All flowers should be sent to the home of her daughter, Brenda. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Cremation & Burial Society of Hampton Roads. will be conducted today at 1 p.m. in the Lamb Family Cemetery, Chapel Hill, N.C. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at Emma Jane Pemberton PORTSMOUTH - Emma Jane Pemberton died Sept. 7, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home. Family and guests will meet at the home of Samantha Copeland, 19 Neville St., Portsmouth (Douglas Park area) for the procession to the funeral home at 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment will be in Lincoln Cemetery. Sandra Perry CRIMORA Sandra (Howell) Perry, 61, of Crimora, died Wednesday, September 10, 2008, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. Arrangements have been entrusted to and will be announced by Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory. will be at Unity Baptist Christian Fellowship, Powells Point. Twiford's Colony Chapel is in charge. Daniel E. Phelps III ELIZABETH CITY - Daniel E. "Danny" Phelps III, 50, died Sept. 7, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel. Eric Lydell "Ricky" Pollard Eric Lydell "Ricky" Pollard, age 49, of Silver Spring, Md., formerly of Culpeper, Va. went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 8, 2008. He was born in Culpeper, Va. on November 3, 1958 to the late Walter and MaryLou Broadus Pollard. He leaves to mourn two daughters, Shana Lewis, of Orange, Va. and Erika Pollard, of Culpeper; his wife, Barbara Pollard; eight siblings, Phyllis and Joyce Pollard, of Culpeper, Va., Sharon Mack and her husband, Harry, of… Ragland, Mildred Agatha Leslie will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Seaboard Cemetery. Massey Funeral Home is in charge. 11 a.m. Friday, September 12, 2008, at Fort Trial Baptist Church, Stanleytown. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, Va. Barbara M. Roache QUINBY - Barbara Jo Matthews Roache, 44, formerly of Guilford, Va., died Sept. 8, 2008. A funeral will be Friday at 2 p.m. in Williams-Parksley Funeral Home. ROANE, Robert C. III "Chris", departed this life Sept. 10, 2008. Arrangements Lucille Atkins Robbins, 89, of Hopewell, died Sept. 8, 2008. She was born in Mineral, Va., and was a former resident of Colonial Heights. Mrs. Robbins was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church of Colonial Heights, the Dorcus Sunday School Class, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Woodmen of the World, Beech Camp #264. Mrs. Robbins was preceded in death by her parents, James William and Henrietta Waldrop Atkins; and her husband, Mitchell H. Robbins; her twin sister, Louise Green and Evelyn Griffin; and brothers,… Infant Ke'nan I. Roney, of 14 Ross Court, Petersburg, died Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, now serving from three locations; phone, 732-7841; fax, 732-8179; www.blandenterprisesinc.com . ROTELLA, Caroline Covington, passed away peacefully September 7, 2008. She is now with her beloved husband, William A. Rotella; and her parents, Carrie and Chastine Covington; two sisters and three brothers. She is survived by her beloved sister, Audrey Chmielewski; nine nieces and nephews, and five great-nieces and great-nephews. She was born in Caroline County, Va., but was a lifelong resident of Mechanicsville in Hanover County. Caroline loved fashion and was a former employee of Ardley's. Caroline… Melva 'Reba' Walker Shelton Melva "Reba" Walker Shelton, 98, of Gretna, formerly of Hurt, died Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at Gretna Health and Rehab Center. Born Dec. 27, 1909, in Pittsylvania County, she was a daughter of the late Rufus E. Walker and Dolly Roark Walker. Mrs. Shelton was predeceased by her husband, Edwin R. Shelton, and a son, Garland Shelton. She was the last survivor of 13 children. Mrs. Shelton was a member of Hurt United Methodist Church and was a homemaker. She… s will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, September 13, 2008, at Summerdean Church of the Brethren in Roanoke with the Reverend Stafford Frederick officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. on Friday, September 12, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. 2 p.m. Saturday, September 13, 2008, Natural Bridge Baptist Church. Arrangements by ParklawnWood Funeral Home, 757-827-4670. SCOTT, Lee, of Chesterfield, departed this life September 9, 2008. Remains rest at J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, 804-732-8911. Mr. Lee A. Scott, of 15 Gary Ave., Chesterfield, Va., Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at VCU/MCV 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 . will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at Robert Joseph Shea VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Joseph Shea, 77, died Sept. 8, 2008, at 3:45 a.m. in Atlantic Shores, Virginia Beach. He was the beloved husband of Joan Dolores Shea (deceased); devoted father of Robert J. Shea Jr., David J. Shea, Richard J. Shea, Garrett J. Shea, Maryann Bright and Michael J. Shea; son of John Francis Shea (deceased) and Margaret Shea (deceased) formerly of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and brother of Jane Phillips and John Francis Shea Jr. (deceased). He is also survived by 11 grandchildren,… Sheffield, Jane Smith "Nannie" SHEFFIELD, Jane Smith "Nannie," 88, of Richmond, died September 10, 2008. She is survived by two daughters, Lucye Butler (Donald) and Mildred Epps (James); nine grand-children, Kim, Donna, Janice, Michael, Lisa, Charlie, Timothy, Linda and Frankie; 12 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Her remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where the family will receive friends 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Friday in Lovingston, Va.… s 11 a.m. Saturday, September 13, 2008, at Hurt United Methodist Church. Arrangements by ColbertMoran Funeral Home. Gretna. will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, September 12, 2008, at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, Va. . The family will also receive friends Friday after 7 p.m. at the home of Ray and Linda White in Nags Head. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dare Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, NC 27954 or a charity of your choice. Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit Steven V. Shoemaker Jr., 17, of DeWitt, passed away on Sept. 7, 2008, at MCV Hospital. Steven was a senior at Dinwiddie County High School, and a member of the Dinwiddie Marching Generals. He is survived by his parents, Steven and Diana Fischer Shoemaker; a sister, Heather Shoemaker of DeWitt; and his grandmother, Florence Fischer of New Jersey. A funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033… . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Albemarle Hospice, P.O. Box 189, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 or to Moyock Baptist Church, P.O. Box 459, Moyock, NC 27958. SMITH, Rufus Thomas Sr., of Richmond, departed this life, September 9, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Ethel H. Smith; two sons, Rufus Thomas Smith Jr. (Patricia) and Albert Ronald Smith (Janice Sherin-Smith); two daughters, Linda S. Smith and Audrey M. Johnson (Spotswood); two brothers, Herbert W. Smith and Henry Bonaparte Sr.; two sisters, Constance Royal and Martha Fox; four grandchildren, Chauncey (LaRita), Shamaal, Whitney and Kenesha Smith; one great-granddaughter, Apria Smith; four sisters-in-law,… will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 13, 2008, at Vaughan Guynn McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va. Ms. Dorothy M. Smith, of 1458 Ferndale Ave., Petersburg, departed this life Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was born July 28, 1941, in Baltimore. Dorothy was a member of Trinity Missionary Baptist Church of God in Christ under the pastorship of the Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson Sr. She was preceded in death by her father, Percy H. Smith, and two brothers, James E. and Willie M. Smith. She leaves to cherish her precious memories a loving and devoted family:… SMITH, Mrs. Ruth Oliver, of Richmond, departed this life September 5, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy A. Smith Sr.; daughter, Delores J. Smith; grandson, Keith Oliver; two sisters, Gladys and Shirley. She is survived by three sons, Frank (Pearl), Leroy Jr. and Harold Smith; three daughters, Sherlene (Collin), Beverly (Michael), and Carla (David); 17 grandchildren, Terri, Frank Jr., Kevin, Rondell, Krystal, Tina, Collin Jr., Adrian, Aiesha, Roxanne, Nicole, LaJoy, Mario, Robert,… Teresa Lynn Southard Teresa Lynn Southard, 45, of Grottoes, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg. She was born in Waynesboro, on January 31, 1963, and is a daughter of G. Bernie and Elizabeth W. Barnhart of Waynesboro and the late Judith R. (Rowzie) Barnhart. Teresa worked as a nurse at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg. She graduated from Spotswood High School and received her nursing degree from Blue Ridge Community College. Surviving in… Stevens, Hilder Mae (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of our Precious Mom, Grandma & Granny Hilder Mae STEVENS Donald Torrance Stinespring Donald Torrance Stinespring, 73, of Baxter Court passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at his residence. He was born December 28, 1934, in Hot Springs, Virginia, a son of the late Cecil Ward and Janet Snead Stinespring. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Lyle Stinespring. Don was retired from the United States Army with 25 years of service and General Electric after 32 years of service. He enjoyed gardening and working in the yard.… The Rev. Clayton D. Sweet, 74, of Draper, Va., passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. Mr. James Oliver Thorpe, "Bro Man," of 20504 Church Road, Matoaca, Va., entered eternal rest on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008, at McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. James was a native of Chesterfield County, Va., born May 6, 1951, to the late Clarence Thorpe Sr. and Nellie Brown Thorpe Ross. At an early age he confessed Christ and was baptized into the fellowship of Union Grove Baptist Church. He was member of the Boy Scout Troop #139. He graduated in 1970 from Carver High School, Chesterfield… John A. Tilhou VIRGINIA BEACH - John A. Tilhou, 54, with his family by his side in their home, found eternal peace Tuesday morning, Sept. 9, 2008. A celebration of John's life will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Spring Branch Community Church. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the American Brain Tumor Association, c/o Spring Branch Community Church, 1500 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. TOWNES, Krystle S., 19, was called home to be with the Lord September 4, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Lenee Townes; father, Paul Townes; one brother, Paul Townes Jr.; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home, 2200 Hull Street. Funeral services will be held Friday, 1 p.m., at New Deliverance Evangelistic Church, 1701 Turner Road, where remains will lie in state at 12 noon. Bishop Gerald Glenn, pastor. Elder Wade Runge, eulogist. Interment Maury… will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel with Pastor Edward Woodward and the Rev. Richard Jewell officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Oak Grove Church of the Brethren Building Fund. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Mary Anna Davis Sacra Yowell Mary Anna Davis Sacra Yowell, 85, of Shelby, died Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at the University of Virginia Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 27, 1923, in Madison County, daughter of the late Jack F. Davis and Willie E. Backe Davis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Janice R. Dove; a son, Charles C. "Chuck" Sacra; a sister, Thelma A. West; and a grandson, Dale Weakley. She was retired from Blue… Kelly Michelle Williams Kelly Michelle Williams, 49, of Lynchburg passed on to be with the Lord on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital after an 18-year long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Ross Thompson Williams, and daughter, Kayla Amanda Williams, of Lynchburg; mother and stepfather, Joyce and Jack Carter of Salem; sister, Tammy and husband, Stan "Bo" Malek Jr., of Salem; brother, Edward Locke Jr. of Columbus, Ohio;… Lottie Washington-Ford PORTSMOUTH - Lottie Washington-Ford, 84, of the 4900 block of Clifton St., Chesapeake, died Sept. 8, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. She was born in Scranton, N.C. Lottie was a loving and caring mother and wife. She was married to the late Edward Washington and the late Levi Ford. Lottie was a member of Good News Family Worship Center, where she served as a church mother. She leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Patricia Washington of Portsmouth, Debra and… James Franklin Wiggins AHOSKIE - James Franklin Wiggins of the 300 block of Ahoskie-Cofield Road died Sept. 7, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Soul Saving Station. Wilder's Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. WILDER, Welford Jr., of Chesterfield, departed this life September 9, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. WILLIAMS, Troy L. Sr., 76, of Center Cross, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2008. A former employee of VDOT, he was a POW of the Korean War for 33 months. Troy was a member of the American Legion, VFW, DAV, NRA and the Military Order of the Purple Heart. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beulah Clay Williams; two sons, Troy L. Williams Jr. of Baltimore, Md. and Daniel W. Williams of Callao; two half-brothers; two half-sisters; three granddaughters; and one great-grandson. Funeral services will be… Brock M. Williams NORFOLK - Brock Moscow Williams, 69, departed this life Sept. 8, 2008. He was the only child of the late James and Emily King Williams. He attended Booker T. Washington High School, Norfolk State University and New York University. Professionally, he toured with the Langston Hughes Off-Broadway production, "Prodigal Son" throughout the United States and Europe, and sang and danced with Leontyne Price and other celebrities at Carnegie Hall and the old Madison Square Garden.… Donna Tucker Williams, 57, of Covington, Va., died Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home. WILLIS, James Hughson, 91, died on September 7, 2008 in Richmond, where he lived at Our Lady of Hope Health Center for the past six years. A native of Chicago, Illinois, Mr. Willis lived in Greensboro, N.C., for more than 60 years. He was an acoustical engineer for Bonitz Insulation Company for 20 years, and then worked for Weaver Construction Company, where he served as project manager for the Greensboro Governmental Center. A graduate of Washington and Lee University, he worked for Vick Chemical Company… Witt, Karen Lee Hawley (Memoriam) s will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2008, from the chapel of Lynch Funeral Home with Pastor Garlin Strouth and Pastor Titus D. Anderson officiating. Interment to follow at Franklin Memorial Park. Friends may call after 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 11, 2008, at the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Mr. Woods' name be made to the Ferrum Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 160, Ferrum, Va. 24088 or to the… She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl F. Moseley, and her parents, L.T. and Edna Clyburn. |
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Virginia Obituaries 09/11/08
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