| Albert Lee Allen Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Albert Lee Allen Sr., known as Albert Lee, 68, of the 2900 block of Lyme Regis Quay, passed away Sept. 20, 2008, in Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. A native of Princess Anne County, now Virginia Beach, he was a head custodian for the Virginia Beach school system for 30 years, retiring in 2006. He was predeceased by his mother, Laura Allen; father, Jessie Allen; sister, Delois Cooper; and brother, Melvin Allen. Albert Lee leaves to cherish his memory his loving… will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 27, 2008, at Sandy's Restuarant, Roanoke, Va. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va. Mrs. Sarah Armstrong of 620 St. Mark St., Petersburg, Va., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. 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. ARVIN, Ruth, of Richmond, departed this life September 21, 2008. Remains rest at the Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. BAKER, Clyde F. Jr., 78, of Richmond, passed away September 21, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary B. Baker. He is survived by two daughters, Beverly Marano and her husband, Sydney Marano, and Pam Harrison and her husband, Hallet Harrison; a sister, Audrey Ruble of Roanoke, Illinois; four grandchildren, Stacie Lutton, Ashley Bowden, Ryan Heizer, and Aryn Marano; three great-grandchildren, Zachary Harrison, Avery Lutton, and Nathan Bowden. Mr. Baker retired from R. Stuart Royer and Associates… will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at the Coyner Springs Cemetery with the Rev. Joey F. Phillips officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Lloyd Lee Bennett, 77, of Hopewell, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008. He served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a retired employee of the City of Hopewell. He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Myrtle Meadows Bennett, and his wife, Shirley A. Bennett. He is survived by four sons, Gene Sober Jr. and companion, Robin, David Bennett Sr., Steve Bennett Sr. and companion, Delinda, Mark Bennett and wife, Amy; two daughters, Debbie Adams, and husband, Larry, Dianna Bennett… BENNETT, Lloyd Lee, 77, of Hopewell, died Saturday, September 20, 2008. He served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a retired employee of the City of Hopewell. He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Myrtle Meadows Bennett; and his wife, Shirley A. Bennett. He is survived by four sons, Gene Sober Jr. and companion, Robin, David Bennett Sr., Steve Bennett Sr. and companion, Delinda, Mark Bennett and wife, Amy; two daughters, Debbie Adams and husband, Larry, Dianna… Lara K. Berry VIRGINIA BEACH - Lara Katherine Berry, 21, passed away Sept. 22, 2008, at a local hospital. Lara was born July 27, 1987, in Virginia Beach. She graduated from Bayside High School and was a student at Virginia Wesleyan College. She was a member of Vineyard Community Church. Survivors include her parents, Richard D. Berry and Julie Carter Berry; sister, Amanda B. Grider and her husband Christopher S.; brother, Christopher James Berry, all of Virginia Beach; her grandparents, Lorna and Greeley… Joyce W. Binder VIRGINIA BEACH - Joyce W. Binder, 73, of the 1600 block of Old Donation Parkway, passed away Sept. 22, 2008, in Virginia Beach. A native of New York, she was the daughter of the late James H. and Rita E. Curran. She was a retired bookkeeper and caregiver. She is survived by her son, Edwin James Binder and wife Allison of Charlotte, N.C.; her daughter, Michele Louise Wenzel and husband Dr. Paul Wenzel of Virginia Beach; two grandchildren, Diana Wenzel and David Wenzel. The family would like… BLANCHARD, Heather Morris, 22, of Powhatan, died September 20, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Charles E. Blanchard; mother, Donna Morris; and father, Nicky Williams, both of Powhatan; brother, Clinton J. Williams of Powhatan; maternal grandparents, Don and Lisa Morris of North Carolina; father and mother-in-law, Dennis and Christine Blanchard of Powhatan; two nieces, Mea and Maddy; and two nephews, Blake and Dyland. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Bennett &… BOTTOMS, Carrie Denzler, 81, of Midlothian, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Denzler and Carrie Trimbol; her sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Bob Beaver. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, John and Grace Denzler; three daughters and their spouses, Diane and Sed Boxley, Connie and Craig Matta, and Suzanne and Jim Wade; a son, Leonard Bottoms III; four grandsons, Josh and Kyle Baker, Cody Bottoms and Brian Matta (Kristi); a special… Vincent M. Broda PORTSMOUTH - Services for Vincent Morton Broda will be held at 1 p.m. today in West End United Methodist Church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. Brooks Sr., Lawrence D. "Pappy" BROOKS, Lawrence D. "Pappy" Sr., born December 10, 1922 to Emanuel and Lily Edwards Brooks, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Louise W. "Sue" Brooks. He is survived by his son, Lawrence Brooks Jr. "Junie" and his wife, Cheryl; grandson, Lawrence Brooks III "Larry" and wife, Kelley, of King William, Va.; granddaughter, Amy Spangler and husband, John; five great-grandchildren, Sara and Taylor Brooks, Raelynn and… Joyce B. Brown PORTSMOUTH - Joyce Beale Brown, born in Portsmouth Nov. 11, 1932, to Helen Bartlett and Barnard Everett Beale, passed away peacefully Sept. 21, 2008, in Naval Regional Medical Center, Portsmouth. She was a loving mother, wife and sister and a kind friend to all who passed her way. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1950, attended The College of William and Mary and then worked at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital until she married her high school sweetheart, William Tyler… Mrs. Maude Talley Brown, formerly of Petersburg, died Sunday, Sept. 21, at Temple Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Roselawn Burial Park. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va. s 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. will be held at Westminster Canterbury at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Virginia Beach SPCA or the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad, First Settlers EMS and Fire station, 2837 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Condolences may be offered to the family at . The Callahan family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Va. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com. Dorothy R. Clayton ONANCOCK - Dorothy Reynolds Clayton, 75, died Sept. 19, 2008. A funeral will be held today at 7 p.m. in Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. On Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008 our hearts were saddened by the passing of our beloved Leroy Crenshaw of 928 Hamilton St., Petersburg. Leroy departed this life at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was second to the eldest child of the late Levi Crenshaw and Exxie Bell Gholson, and was born March 1, 1941 in Dinwiddie County. He was a retired master carpenter for Swearingen Realty where he enjoyed working for many years. All who knew him loved and admired the kindness of his heart and the quietness of his… CROTZER, Madeline G., passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, September 22, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia C. Cochran; her son, Howard F. Crotzer Jr.; her grandsons, Stephen H. and Kevin D. Cochran; two great-grandchildren; her brother, Arthur W. Greene; and her sister, Nancy H. Bruce. The family will receive friends Tuesday (today) from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's-Staples Mill Chapel, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Riverview… s 11 a.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski. of duty, he was also awarded 15 medals, including the Victory Medal during World War II and the Vietnam Gallantry Cross. After retiring from the Marines and not being content with retirement, Bill worked for several local plumbing businesses. He worked with the City of Portsmouth as an inspector with the Lead Paint Detection Program, and then transferred to the City of Newport News where he retired as a codes inspector. He often regaled his family with "sea stories" about his many years of… Sep 23, 2008 A graveside service for Dennis James Bullins, 51, of 67 Frye St., Bassett, who died Sept. 21, 2008 at Golden Living Center in Martinsville, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Roselawn Burial Park. Pastor Roy McVey will officiate. The family will receive friends at the home of his brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Vickie Bullins, at 2644 Blackberry Road, Bassett. Friends also may call at Bassett Funeral Service today and Wednesday until time for the service. He was born May 1, 1957, in… DUNN, Gloria Soles, 63, of King William, died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, September 20, 2008. She was a caterer for King William, and surrounding counties for many years. Gloria was an active member of West Point Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Auxiliary. She was a devoted member of Brett Reed Presbyterian Church. Her husband, Luther B. Dunn preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons and their wives, Brant and Bonnie Dunn, David and Sabrina Dunn; three grandchildren, Mitchell, Caleb… William Wayne Earley AHOSKIE - William Wayne Earley, 78, son of the late Henry and Helen Earley, departed this life Sept. 19, 2008, in Pitt County Memorial Hospital. He was a lifelong member of Elm Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He retired from Georgia Pacific Corp. as a diesel mechanic after more than 30 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 62 years, Katie; six children, Helen (Harry) White, Brenda Earley, Katie Fennell, Wayne E. Earley, William (Robin) Earley and Sandra (Carson)… J. Philip Eason NAGS HEAD - Joseph Philip Eason, 82, died Sept. 21, 2008, at Britthaven of the Outer Banks in Nags Head. Born in Isle of Wight County, Virginia, he was the son of the late Sydney P. and Selma B. Eason and was preceded in death by his son, Joseph P. Eason Jr. and brothers, Reidel Eason, Elmo Eason and T.P. Eason. Mr. Eason was communication director with the National Security Agency. He was a member of Carrollan Woods Baptist Church in New Carrollton, Md. For many years, he was very active… in the church fellowship hall. The family will be at Cox Funeral Home to receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today. Family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Bill Rawls following the visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tree of Lives (African AIDS Ministries), P.O. Box 11390, Norfolk, VA 23517. Condolences may be offered to the family through will be conducted at 11 a.m. today in Forest Lawn Cemetery, 8100 Granby St., Norfolk. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Great Bridge Chapel, Chesapeake. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at Rev. Lessie Cordell Ellis, 98, of Blacksburg, Va., and formerly of Newport News, died on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Arrangements by Peninsula Funeral Home, Newport News, Va., 757-595-4424. Sep 23, 2008 Elwood Owens Montgomery, 63, of Mount Airy, N.C., died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008. He was born in Patrick County on Sept. 18, 1945, to Irene Collins Bowman and Layton Montgomery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Janet Susan Montgomery. He owned and operated Montgomery Auto Sales and was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are his wife, Cynthia Belton Montgomery of the home; a daughter, Janet Hawks of Mount Airy; a son, Ronald Montgomery of Mount Airy; six… Ms. Patricia Epps, 38, of Richmond, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at Henrico Doctors Hospital, Richmond. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. will be conducted by the Rev. Richard Grice Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk. Gearheart Jr., Fred Ruthford "Rudy" GEARHEART, Fred Ruthford "Rudy" Jr., 67, of Farmville, Virginia, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Roanoke Memorial hospital. He had been fighting Lymphoma for several months. Rudy was born in Gearheart, Kentucky, March 29, 1941, and was the eldest child of Fred Ruthford and Faye Counts Gearheart. Rudy graduated from Andrew Lewis High School in 1959, where he lettered in track and basketball. He served in the United States Marine Corp, and spent his working career in the finance and… Christine B. George, 60, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, Va., 540-977-3909. GOODE, David M., 83, of Richmond, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Nadine Goode Scott. He is survived by his wife, Lois Tardy Goode; two granddaughters, Emily B. Scott of Jacksonville, Fla., and Lauren I. Scott of Springfield, Illinois; two sisters, Annie G. Scott of Richmond and Grace G. Baughan of Sykesville, Md.; three brothers, Vernon J. Goode of Radford, Va., John Sties Goode and Harry Lee Goode, both of Richmond. David was a retired employee of DuPont… Ernest William Graham, 84, of Prince George, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 at Chippenham Medical Center. He was born in Draper, N.C., and was the son of the late Howard and Bessie Clark Graham. Mr. Graham was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Colonial Heights. He was a retired veteran in the United States Army where he was awarded the Purple Heart while serving in the Philippines, and was the former owner/operator of Do-Right Carpet in Colonial Heights. Mr. Graham is survived by his wife of 62… Joseph Gerald Graziano, 70, of Lexington, Va., died on Sunday, September 21, 2008. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. Gregory, Samuel Forrester "Forrest" GREGORY, Samuel "Forrest" Forrester, age 21, of Richmond, died in a tragic automobile accident on September 18, 2008. He is survived by his parents, Sam and Jill Gregory; and sister, Emma. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Redmond Forrester; and is survived by his grandparents, Patsy Forrester, Sam Gregory and Pat Gregory. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. With all of Forrest's talents, traits and faults, God worked out a life that was meaningful to… will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va. will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Good Shepherd Episcopal Church with the Rev. Robert Davenport and the Rev. Richard Bridgford officiating. Burial will be at a later date in New York. The family will receive friends at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia Oncology Association, 5900 Lake Wright Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502 or Norfolk Botanical Garden. Condolences may be offered to the family at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va. Mason Daniel Holley, infant son of Daniel and Krista Holley, of Rocky Mount, Va., died on Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va. Eleanor C. Holt NORFOLK - Eleanor C. Holt of the 1900 block of Princeton Ave. passed away Sept. 17, 2008. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Campostella Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge. Tania Booth Jenkins, 31, of Salem, Va., passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Jean O. Johnson NORFOLK - Jean O. Johnson, 81, died Sept. 19, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home. Johnson, Mary Virginia "Ginny" JOHNSON, Mary Virginia "Ginny," of Glen Allen, Va., went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2008 after a long illness. She was born February 11, 1935 in Washington, D.C. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Calvin L. "Sonny" Johnson; son, Clyde A. "Tony" Stanfield and wife, Denise, of Ashland, Va. She is survived by a grandson, Bill and wife, Shannon; and great-granddaughter, Tara, all of Toronto, Canada. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Ethel Johnson and… JONES, Mabel B., 87, of Powhatan, died September 21, 2008. She is survived by a brother, William V. Beaber of Chesterfield; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Tuesday (tonight) from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bennett Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson Hwy. (Rte. 60), Powhatan. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Powhatan Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 247, Powhatan, Va. 23139. KAISER, Esther Gillingham, 96, of Midlothian, dear wife of 70 years, passed into the presence of the Lord Sunday, September 21, 2008. Her passing was attended by her family. She lived her life as a servant of the Lord, exemplified by her devotion to her husband, her son, her friends and her church. Esther was a longtime member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and Plymouth Haven Baptist Church in Alexandria and Winfree Memorial Baptist Church in Midlothian. She is remembered for her years teaching Sunday School,… Vivian Joyce King, 45, of Elliston, Va., passed away on Friday, September 15, 2008. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, Elliston Chapel, 540-268-2007. KLAUS, Nathalie Lazarus, widely admired for her generous heart, skills as a hostess, and sense of style, died Saturday, September 20, 2008 at the age of 92. Her marriage to the late Philip Whitlock Klaus Sr. thrived for 68 years. The middle daughter of Morton Lazarus and Loraine Newman Lazarus, Mrs. Klaus was born in Lynchburg, Va. on March 15, 1916. At the age of 9 months, she moved with her family to Baltimore, Md. There she attended her beloved Park School. Mrs. Klaus was a quiet philanthropist and an… KLUKSDAHL, Rudolph F., age 72, of Richmond, Va., died on September 20, 2008. He was the son of the late Rudolph P. Kluksdahl and Harriet M. Helland Kluksdahl. Rudolph was born and raised near Hastings, N.D. He graduated from Valley City High School, North Dakota. After serving in the Navy, he attended North Dakota State University where he received both undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering. Rudy worked for The General Electric Company for 28 years, retiring in 1993. After living in Salem, Va.,… Mrs. Ruth M. Lankford of Chesterfield, Va., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at Lucy Corr Village, Chesterfield. 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 Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Johnson's United Methodist Church Cemetery. Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore, is in charge. . From an early age, Rosetta was a member of First Baptist Church Jefferson Park, where she was involved in many auxiliaries. After meeting and marrying the Rev. Dr. Julius O. Lloyd Jr., she became the First Lady of Goodwill Baptist Church in Norfolk for nearly 30 years. Upon retirement, she and Rev. Lloyd joined Bethlehem Judah Ministries, Newport News, where she remained until her death. She was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Dr. Julius O. Lloyd Jr.; and one brother, William R. Christian. She… Loving, Lelia "Lee" (Floyd Pitts) LOVING, Lelia "Lee" Floyd Pitts, 78, of Richmond, passed away peacefully Friday, September 19, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carroll Floyd and Ollie Taylor Pitts. A loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend, she is survived by her son, Michael and his wife, Cindy Loving; her daughters, Janet Loving Pitts and her husband, Frank, and Catherine Staples and her husband, Don; five grandchildren, Matthew, Taylor, Paul, Katherine and Stephanie; her sister, Gertrude Thomas; and her… Mr. Eddie Mann of 2135 Fort Rice St., Petersburg, Va., died Monday, Sept. 22 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. 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. Clifton W. Marshall of 665 Pegram St., Petersburg, departed this life Friday, Sept. 19, 2008 at Hopewell Health Care. He was born July 27, 1962 to the late William and Elanda Marshall in New York, N.Y. In later years, he moved to Petersburg. He attended Petersburg Public Schools and graduated from Petersburg High School Class of 1981. He was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Hazel Archer. He is survived by one sister, Rita Marshall of Petersburg;… McMILLIAN, Donald W., of Richmond, died September 21, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. Richard C. Miller, 91, of Martinsville, Va., died Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett, Va. MILLS, Geneva H., departed this life September 21, 2008. Arrangements by Ann Pittman Mitchem, 62, of Roanoke, Va., died Sunday, September 21, 2008. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, Penn Forest Christian Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. MIZELL, John Grant, 94, of Richmond, passed away Sunday evening, September 21, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Helen Richards Mizell. He is survived by his son, John G. Mizell Jr.; daughter-in-law, Anna Marie Hannigan Mizell; and two grandsons, J. Grant Mizell III and Page Thomas Mizell. Mr. Mizell was former Postmaster of the City of Richmond, having retired from that position September 15, 1978 after approximately 41 years of government service. He was a native of Fredericksburg,… MOISOFF, Rachel B, 73, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 21, 2008. She is survived by her sons, Walter M. Davis and his wife, Terrie, Paul A. Lloyd and Brodie E. Lloyd Jr.; brother, Neil Perkins; grandchildren, Morgan and Ashley Davis. Her funeral service was private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to the Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100, Richmond, Va. 23226. s 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. s will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at the graveside at Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. George Stewart officiating. Friends may call on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, after 1 p.m. and the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va. Olive Clark Padgett, 81, of Bedford, Va., died on Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at the Patterson Family Cemetery, Pearisburg with the Rev. Tom Peters officiating. Visitation will be held at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the funeral home for funeral expenses. Sep 23, 2008 Paul Akers Gregory Sr., 85, of Spencer, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at his home. He was born June 24, 1923, in Patrick County to Edward Duncan Gregory and Mary Alice Massey Gregory. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Myrtle Howell Gregory; one son, Jack Gregory; four brothers, Columbus Gregory, Guy Gregory, Ralph Gregory and Jesse Gregory; and four sisters, Kathleen Gunter, Lessie Thomason, Daisy Byrd and Eleanor Gunter. He served in the Marine Corps during World… 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2008, in the Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence, Va. Florence Pritchett 84, of 3100 Pinetree Drive, Hopewell, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements have been 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 Frances L. Randozzo, 74, of Millboro, Va., died on Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. John Adam Reed, 85, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Arrangement by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. B. Joy Mills Seamster, 60, of Anacortes, Wash., and formerly of Roanoke, Va., died on Thursday, September 11, Celebration of Life 1 p.m. Saturday, September 27, 2008, at The Northern Peaks Church, Sedro Wooelly, Wash. SERRETT, Margie R., 85, of Rappahannock Academy, died Friday September 19, 2008. She was a devoted mother, avid gardener and known as "Miss Margie" by her customers at Rozell's Store in Woodford. Survivors include a son, Lonnie Serrett and his wife, Elaine, of Rappahannock Academy; four daughters, Linda Cook and her husband, Jason, of Glen Allen, Lola Serrett and her husband, Frankie Dietrich, of Rappahannock Academy, June Serrett and her friend, John Richardson, of Richmond, and Mandi Serrett… Miss Cherita R. Short of 843 South Jones St., Petersburg, Va. died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. 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. and at Newport News Shipyard for 29 � years. Arlington was a member of Emanuel AME Church for 50 years. His main interest in church was helping to feed the hungry and attending Bible class. He loved to study the Bible and had a great interest in world religion, a favorite hobby of his for a long time. He was married to the late Willie Mae Simpson. His marriage was short but sweet and enhanced his overall quality of life. He is survived by two aunts, Louise Roberts of Portsmouth and Victoreen Ford of… Elizabeth Smith BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Elizabeth Smith of the 300 block of Chauncey Ave. died Sept. 17, 2008. A funeral will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Community Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. .com. Robin B. Thomason PORTSMOUTH - Robin Brett Thomason, 53, died Sept. 20, 2008, in a Suffolk nursing home. A native of Portsmouth, she was the widow of Joaquin M. Thomason. She was a Cubmaster with Scout Pack No. 228 in Chesapeake and an avid bowler. Survivors include a son, Joaquin Adam Thomason of New Kent County; sister, Brenda Ramsey of Suffolk; a grandson, Matthew Ryan Thomason; her fianc�, Thomas Baker; and her "canine children," China and Chester. A funeral will be held Thursday at 1 p.m.… Mildred Toliver VIRGINIA BEACH - Mildred Toliver of the 3000 block of Purebred Drive passed away Sept. 20, 2008. Funeral and burial will be Saturday in Morristown, N.J. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge. TUCKER, Gladys G., of Mechanicsville, departed this life September 19, 2008. She is survived by her son, Capus Govan; one grandson, Derrick; one son-in-law; former husband, Henry Tucker; a host of nieces, nephews, among them, Johnny (Jewel), Daniel (Carolyn) and Matthew Benjamin; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 24 at 1 p.m. Pastor Richard Tucker officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. James Winfree 'JW' Austin James Winfree Austin, 60, of 3640 Lewis Ford Road, Brookneal, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, in his home. He was the husband of Janet Neighbors Austin. He was born Nov. 14, 1947, in Gladys, a son of the late Evelyn Hawkins Austin and Kenneth Winfree Austin. He was a member of Union Hill Baptist Church, a retired bus driver for the Campbell County School Board and a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Michael Wayne Austin… Ezra Cephas Wade, 82, of Roanoke, died on Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. s will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday at Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Bob Wayne officiating. Interment will follow in Beaverdam Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Mrs. Bernice J. Waller, 98, of Gladys, Va., passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. Sep 23, 2008 Warren F. Hendrick, 79, of Martinsville and formerly of Roanoke, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thurston and Ruth Hendrick; a brother, William; a sister, Christine; and others. During the Korean conflict, he served in the Air Force, stationed at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colo., where as a mess sergeant, he was in charge of serving 5,000 personnel per meal. He also was responsible for feeding then-Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower and his staff. While living… Lance K. Watford WILLIAMSTON - Lance K. Watford, 19, of the 8100 block of Wildcat Road, died Sept. 20, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Bertie High School gymnasium, Windsor. Wilder's Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. Lee Chester Wesson of 120 North Old Church St., Petersburg, died Monday morning, Sept. 22, 2008, at his residence. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. Larry B. White TYNER - Larry Bernard White, 53, of Center Hill Road, died Sept. 18, 2008. A funeral will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Center Hill Chapel Baptist Church. Rowsom Funeral Home is in charge. Sumiko T. Wiggins CHESAPEAKE - Services for Sumiko Tomori Wiggins will be held at 11 a.m. today in Calvary Baptist Church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. James E. Williams LEWISTON - James E. "Buzzy" Williams, 63, of the 9200 block of Governor's Road, died Sept. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church. Wilder's Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. s. Online condolences may be sent by visiting kendallfuneralhome.com. WILSON, Florence B., of Richmond, died September 22, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. s 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Virginia Memorial Park. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford. David Walton Wynne, 80, of Blacksburg, Va., died on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. |
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