| ALEXANDER, Caroline Hersman, of Richmond, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008. She is survived by three sons, Robert Lindon Alexander, Howard Johnston Alexander and Peyton Claiborne Alexander and his wife, Diane; six grandchildren; and one sister, Mollie H. Moore. Mrs. Alexander was a member of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday,… Leon R. Allen Sr. PLYMOUTH - Leon R. Allen Sr., 75, died Sept. 23, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in Plymouth United Methodist Church. Maitland Memorial Chapel is in charge. will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church, 1057 Kennedy St. Interment will be at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mt. Gilead Church Building Fund. Condolences may be offered to the family at Mrs. Sarah Arlene Armstrong, affectionately known as "Mama Dear," entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. Mama Dear was born Sept. 23, 1912, to Edward and Nannie Ruffin. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert L. Armstrong Sr.; her three sisters, Marie, Ethel and Edna; and two brothers, Garland and Edward. Mama Dear dedicated her life to Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church, Harrison Street, where she worshipped, shared and… ARVIN, Mrs. Ruth, of Richmond, departed this life September 21, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren J. Arvin Jr. She is survived by one daughter, Taylor Arvin; two sons, Rashan and Warren Stephens; one grandson, Aquvias Tucker; one sister, Mary Catherine Johnson; two brothers, John and Albert Thomas; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, among them a devoted, Helen C. Quarles; one daughter-in-law, Deona Wilder-Stephens; and other relatives and friends, among them, Izella Haylock. Remains… Kenneth B. Babb PORTSMOUTH - Kenneth Bradley "Choo Choo" Babb, 82, died Sept. 23, 2008, at Bon Secours Maryview Nursing Care Center. Mr. Babb, a native of Portsmouth, was retired from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and had served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was active for many years as a fast pitch softball player and coach. He served as a coach in the Olive Branch, Churchland Little League and Pony League baseball programs, as well as the junior varsity baseball team at Churchland and… 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, Coyner Springs Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Thalia Lynn Baptist Church, 4392 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, by Pastor Prentis McGoldrick. The family will receive friends at Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, 1457 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach, Friday from 6 to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Association, 7507 Standish Place, Rockville, MD 20855. Condolences may be offered to the family at BELLANCA, Dorothy S., 66, of the 4400 block of Sir Johns Lane, Virginia Beach, went to be with her Lord and Savior September 20, 2008. She was born in Harrisonburg, Va., and was the daughter of the late Oliver and Goldie Wenger. Dorothy was a travel agent exclusively for the Hawaiian Islands. Through her passion, she shared the beauty of her paradise with so many people over the years. Dorothy is survived by her husband, Carmen A. Bellanca; two daughters, Tina Ridgeway and husband, Mark, of Virginia Beach,… Lewis Edward Bentzoni Jr., 77, of Hopewell, died Sept. 22, 2008. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Debra Bentzoni West. Lewis is survived by his wife, Jackie McDonald Bentzoni; son, Lewis Edward Bentzoni III (Caren); grandchildren, Melissa Stephens Hosey (Chris), Cindy Stephens Belcher (Paul), Tanda Stephens Estep (Brian), Heather Bentzoni Webster (Jeremiah), Kyle Bentzoni; and seven great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, in the Hopewell… BENTZONI, Lewis Edward Jr., 77, of Hopewell, died September 22, 2008. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Debra Bentzoni West. Lewis is survived by his wife, Jackie McDonald Bentzoni; son, Lewis Edward Bentzoni III (Caren); grandchildren, Melissa Stephens Hosey (Chris), Cindy Stephens Belcher (Paul), Tanda Stephens Estep (Brian), Heather Bentzoni Webster (Jeremiah), Kyle Bentzoni; and seven great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the… Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Gerald Adair Berry, 98, of Sutherland, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at his residence. He was the son of the late Rev. Thomas H. and Mary Ellen Cothran Berry; and was preceded in death by a son, retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Tommie Joseph Berry; and his brothers, Thomas Berry, Gervais Berry, Timothy Berry and Daniel Berry. Gerald was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, Heart of Virginia Council, the Colonial Heights Lions Club and Western Heights Baptist Church. He is survived… Sep 24, 2008 Billy Leon Oliver, 54, of 1003 Daniels Creek Road, Collinsville, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at his home. He was the husband of Barbara Oliver. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Lynch Funeral Home in Rocky Mount. Quennie S. Bond WINDSOR - Quennie Smallwood Bond of the 300 block of US 13-17 S., died Sept. 21, 2008. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Spellers Chapel Church, Windsor. Gilliam Funeral Home is in charge. Dorothy I. Bordeaux BROADWAY - Dorothy Imogene Bordeaux, 74, died Sept. 23, 2008. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in O'Quinn- Peebles Chapel, Lillington. BRADY, Leonard Lee, age 61, of Amelia, passed away on September 23, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; son, James L. Brady (Macie) of Midlothian; daughters, Robin Ashley Brady of Amelia, Elizabeth A. Langfitt (Jason) of Fort Stuart, Ga., Lisa Whitehurst (Thomas) of Amelia; father, Lee Brady of Abingdon, Va.; brothers, Larry Brady (Cheryl) of Winston-Salem, N.C., Bruce Brady (Susie) of Thomasville, N.C., and David Brady (Debora) of Wytheville, Va.; and seven grandchildren. The family will receive… Gregory Allen Bridgeman, of Virginia Beach, a native of Dinwiddie County, died at the age of 58, Sept. 22, 2008, following a serious illness. He was the son of the late Allen Mayes "Doc" Bridgeman and Mary Nanny Bridgeman. He was also preceeded in death by his nephew, T. Scott Trimmer. He is survived by his son, Matthew Randolph Chappell of Georgia. he is also survived by his sister, Sarah Bridgeman Arterburn of Dinwiddie; two nieces, Donna Hudson King, and Beverly Hudson Millirons and husband,… Funeral services for Mrs. Maude Talley Brown, formerly of Petersburg, who died in Philadelphia, will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday from the Chapel of the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, the Rev. Antonio A. Tucker officiating. Interment in Eastview Cemetery, Petersburg. Remains rest at the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. Linda Lopez Caldwell VIRGINIA BEACH - Linda Lopez Caldwell was born in Jacksonville, Fla., on March 8, 1950. She was a Virginia Beach resident for nearly 50 years. She taught third grade at St. Gregory's for 36 years and many of her students may know her as Ms. Lopez. She was also a member of their parish. She passed away Sept. 20, 2008, exactly six months after her husband, James Lynn Caldwell. They are survived by two sons, Jonathan Lynn and Matthew James, and one daughter, Kerri Alice Caldwell. A… 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, Sunrise Burial Park in Radford. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home, Radford. will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Bethel Cemetery. Walker's Ayres Chapel is in charge. Lucia Talley Carter, 87, of Bedford, Va., died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. s for Marion Gordon Chandler will be held at 11 a.m. today in Cedar Hill Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, is in charge. Sarah Marie Chappell VIRGINIA BEACH - Sarah Marie Chappell, 85, of the 3400 block of MacDonald Road, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family Sept. 22, 2008. A native of Bertie County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Dorsey and Tessie Phelps Castelloe and the widow of Maxie L. Chappell and a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Styron and her husband John of Hertford, N.C., and Beverly Chappell of Virginia Beach; two grandchildren,… CHENG, Hung-Jen, 81, of Glen Allen, died September 19, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; his daughter, Ann Vanichkachorn and her husband, Jed; his daughter, Jean Setzfand and her husband, Charles; and three grandchildren, Drew, Josh and Abigail. A funeral service will be conducted at Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Glen Allen, Va., on Saturday, September 27, at 3:30 p.m. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. Arrangements by the west Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street. s will be held 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Collins-McKeeStone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel. CHILDRESS, James W., age 56, died September 13, 2008. He was a native of Virginia and retired from the International Guard and Air Force after 16 years of service. He attended the Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Jesse D. Childress Sr.; and survived by mother, Marion B. Anderson. He is survived by one sister, Linda J. Hamrick of Cartersville, Va.; one brother, Jesse D. Childress Jr. of Glen Allen, Va.; one son, James Childress. A memorial service will be held 1:30 p.m. Sunday,… will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Christ and St. Luke's Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the building fund of Christ and St. Luke's Church, 560 West Olney Road, Norfolk, VA 23507-2135. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Virginia Beach, is handling arrangements. To share condolences with the family please visit Samuel David Coffey, Jr., 74, of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441. will be held Thursday followed by a visitation at Jack and Helen's home from 2 to 5 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at Wilma E. Creamer VIRGINIA BEACH - Wilma E. Creamer, 80, passed away Sept. 22, 2008, at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk. She was a native of Texarkana, Ark., and the daughter of the late Willis and Mamie Chambers and the widow of the late James R. Creamer Sr. A beloved wife, mother and grandmother, she is survived by four children, James R. Creamer Jr. and wife Alison, Donna La Fond and husband Paul, all of Virginia Beach, Jo Anne Kearns and late husband Bill of Carrsville, Gary Barnette and wife Janna of… CULLER, Suzanne Perry, 67, of Glen Allen, died Friday, September 12, 2008. A memorial service will be conducted Friday, September 26, 4 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 West Broad St. Mrs. Mavis Cupid, 86, of 3300 Foster Ave., Petersburg, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at St. Frances Medical Center. Funeral services have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, now serving from three locations, (804) 733-7841, www.blandenterprisesinc.com. Pauline D. Curling PORTSMOUTH - Pauline Deans Curling, 85, of Fairway Drive, went to be with the Lord Monday, Sept. 23, 2008. A native of Portsmouth, she was born Dec. 2, 1922, to the late Julius and Hattie Deans. Pauline had been a member of The Alliance Church since 1942, where she was involved in the Sunday School Department, serving as treasurer for more than 43 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Marion Winn and her brother, Alton C. Deans. She is survived by her… of duty, he was also awarded 15 medals, including the Victory Medal 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 adventures… Alice N. Davis PORTSMOUTH - Alice N. Davis, 73, of the 1900 block of Charleston Ave., died Sept. 19, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Corprew Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Lincoln Memorial Cemetery. . He later retired from QED. He was a member of Church of the Ascension Catholic Church, a lifelong member of the U.S. Submarine Veterans and of the U.S Submarine Veterans of World War II, and of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 20. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 59 years, Betty Dispennette; five children, Mike Dispennette and his wife Vicki of Hendersonville, N.C., Bob Dispennette and his wife Kathy of Apex, N.C., Jan Dispennette of Hendersonville, John Dispennette and his wife… was held today in Naperville and also Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Gertrude's Church, 550 Matianuck Ave., Windsor, Conn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick's Residence, 1400 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL 60563. Carmon Windsor Funeral Home has care of arrangements. To leave online condolences, please visit Roderick (Rod) Lamar Duckworth, 79, of Lynchburg, died Monday September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, 434-237-9424. Funeral services for Miss Patricia Eppes will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday from High Rock Baptist Church, Rice, the Rev. Bernard Hill officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Remains rest at the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. Mrs. Fannie H. Winfield Epps, of 201 Eppes St., Hopewell, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at John Randolph Medical Center. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director; www.blandenterprisesinc.com. Shelia F. Eunice PORTSMOUTH - Shelia Faye Eunice, 55, of the 4200 block of Scott St., died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in her residence. A native of Portsmouth, she was a retired department manager for Wal-Mart and a member of the DAV Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, G. Taylor Eunice; four brothers, Kenneth Insley and wife Connie of Salvo, N.C., Gary Insley and wife Debbie of Phoenix, Charles Insley Jr. and wife Robin and Ray Insley and wife Betty Jo, all of Portsmouth; and a sister-in-law, Frances… FARRELL, Bridget T., of McLean, Virginia, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Dr. Walter J. Farrell; mother of Dr. Michael (Susan) Farrell and Stephen (Ketty) Farrell, both of Richmond, Va., Patrick Farrell and Ann (Joel) Pulliam, both of Northern Virginia; sister of May Killiam and Elizabeth O'Connor. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren. Friends may call at the Murphy Falls Church Funeral Home, 1102 W. Broad St. (Rte. 7), where the family will be present from 2 to 4… will be held Friday at 10 a.m. at Holly Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. E. Clifton Whitlock officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be registered online at FITZHUGH, James Alfred, born December 1, 1941 to Nancy and James Fitzhugh, who passed on before him, passed away suddenly at age 66, September 22, 2008. He is survived by two sons, Jason Fitzhugh of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Shawn Plummer of Richmond; his sisters, Mae House of Memphis, Tenn. and the late Perry "Tom", Edith Hensley and her husband, Clark, Mary Nunnally and her husband, James, and Joan Ford and her husband, Bob, all of Chesterfield. He had 12 nieces and nephews, great-nieces and… FLYNN, Verna Suydam, age 88, of Goochland County, Va., passed away peacefully September 21, 2008. Verna was born in Pennington, N.J., March 11, 1920. She was married to Wendell Phillips Bowman Flynn October 28, 1939. They lived many happy years together at Howard's Neck Farm in Goochland, Va. Verna was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell. She is survived by three children, Wendell B. Flynn Jr., Elizabeth Flynn and Mary Flynn Clayton and husband, J.T. She is also survived by her six grandchildren,… Jack Gallagher CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND - Jack Gallagher, 65, of the 4200 block of Sunrise Drive Circle, died Sept. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Island Baptist Church, Chincoteague. Salyer Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. s 11 a.m. Saturday, September 27, 2008, Bonsack Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, Va., 540-977-3909. s will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Lotz Vinton Chapel with Pastor Michael Grooms officiating. Interment will follow in the Giles Family Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, by Mark Beethoven. Condolences may be offered to the family at James Elmo Goodwyn, 93, of Stony Creek, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at his residence. He was the son of the late Albert T. and Caroline Bass Goodwyn. He was retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He is survived by two sisters, Bernice Pendleton of Alexandria, Va., and Margaret Warner of Richmond, Va. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at the Goodwyn Family Cemetery with the Rev. John Romaine officiating. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of… GOODWYN, James Elmo, 93, of Stony Creek, died Monday, September 22, 2008 at his residence. He was the son of the late Albert T. and Caroline Bass Goodwyn. He was retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He is survived by two sisters, Bernice Pendleton of Alexandria, Va., and Margaret Warner of Richmond, Va. Graveside services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008 at the Goodwyn Family Cemetery, with the Rev. John Romaine officiating. The family is being served by the Petersburg… Joseph Gerald Graziano, 70, of Lexington, Va., died Sunday, September 21, 2008. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008, St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. HARDING, Christine McCracken, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2008 at her daughter's home in Chapel Hill, N.C. She was born on December 11, 1927 in Richmond, Va., where she lived her entire life except for the last four months. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Marvin and Gladys McCracken; sisters, Virginia Williams and Beulah Coleman; daughters, Sharon and Karen Harding. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Jean Durward Harding; daughter, Crystal H. Peeler of… Ethyl M. Hawkins VIRGINIA BEACH - Ethyl M. Hawkins, 91, of the 6400 block of Auburn Drive, passed away Sept. 23, 2008 in Beth Shalom Nursing Home. A native of Gadsden, Ala., she was the daughter of the late Albert and Ethyl Mitchell and the widow of Harry M. Hawkins Sr. She is survived by her two sons, Harry M. Hawkins and wife Bonnie of Herbert, N.C., and Dewitt A. Hawkins and wife Brenda of Chesapeake; four grandchildren, Daniel M. Hawkins of Portsmouth and Teresa A. Hawkins Jr., Dewitt A. Hawkins Jr. and… Leeise Mae Haynes NORFOLK - Leeise Mae Haynes, 74, of the 2800 block Early St., passed away at River Point Nursing Facilities Sept. 20, 2008. She was born in Branchville, Va., and was a member of the Garden of Prayer Temple, Norfolk. A funeral will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Steele-Bullock Funeral Home Chapel, Portsmouth. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. Viewing will be held today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 12:15 p.m. for the… will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. John Walter (Butch) Hendricks, 70, of Pulaski, Virginia passed away Tuesday September 23, 2008. Arrangements by Penn's Funeral Home. will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in First Flight Church (His Dream Center), Nags Head. Gallop Funeral Services Inc. is in charge. Kathy Thompson Herrick ELIZABETH CITY - Kathy Thompson Herrick, 52, of the 100 block of Rosedale Drive, died Sept. 22, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Twiford Memorial Chapel. Ellsworth Hazen Hewitt DENDRON - Ellsworth Hazen "Red" Hewitt died Sept. 22, 2008. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church, Wakefield. J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Purviance Chapel, is in charge HICKS, Deacon Leon Sr., of Richmond, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, departed this life September 20, 2008. He was a retiree from the City of Richmond Nursing Home and Retreat Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Margaret Samuels Hicks; four daughters, Margaret Connor, Brenda Scott, Yolanda Hicks and Crystal Reid; four sons, Leon Jr., Julius, Carl Wendell and Robert Hicks; 17 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Elizabeth Allen, Mary Snead and Gloria Turner; five… will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 27, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. Dorothy L. Holt, 93, of Goodview, Va., passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel and Crematory, 540-982-2221. Susanna Hoskins PORTSMOUTH - Susanna Hoskins, 85, of the 2300 block of 8th St., entered eternal rest Sept. 19, 2008, with her family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Johnnie E. and Mary A. Granger and the widow of Robert H. Hoskins Sr. She joined Mount Tabron Baptist Church in Newsome, Va., at an early age. She was a certified beautician by Bakers Academy of Beauty Culture in Portsmouth. She is survived by a daughter, the Rev. Jacqueline D. Butler (Paul) of Virginia Beach; son, Robert H.… s will be private. The Housel family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com. Letcher Hudgins Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Letcher A. Hudgins Jr. died in the early morning of Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. He was 81. Born in Norfolk, he graduated from Maury High School, served in the Coast Guard during World War II, and graduated from Virginia Tech with the class of 1950. Mr. Hudgins was an executive with Eastern Associated Coal Corporation and affiliated companies for 36 years, retiring as the resident manager of Eastern's Norfolk office. He then worked for Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home until… will be held 11 a.m. Friday in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel. Sep 24, 2008 James Everett Bowles, 70, of Martinsville, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at the home of his son in Martinsville. He was born in Franklin County on Aug. 9, 1938, to George Everette Bowles and Kate Brim Bowles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sabrina Carol Bowles; and a sister, Louise Bowles Dillon. He had served in the National Guard and the Army Reserve and was retired from DuPont. Surviving are a son, Chad Everett Bowles of Martinsville; two granddaughters;… Percy Lee Jeffries Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Percy Lee Jeffries Sr., 47, of the 5500 block of Amhurst Court, passed away Sept. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Rock Church, 640 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at Jean O. Johnson NORFOLK - Jean Farmer Johnson, 81, departed this life Sept. 18, 2008, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Mary Bell and Lattimore Farmer. She was predeceased by her husband, Calvin C. Johnson Sr. and grandson, Christopher S. Jones. Jean was a loving wife and mother. She was educated at Booker T. Washington High School and worked at the Naval Supply Center for 10 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church Bute Street in Norfolk. Jean leaves to cherish… Mr. James Wallace Jones, age 68, of 411 Davisville, Hopewell, departed this life Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell. He was a native of Prince George County, son of the late Henry B. and Bernice Jones. Also preceding him in death was a sister, Idell Allen, and three brothers, Robert Lewis, Linwood and John Henry Jones. He leaves to cherish his memories: two daughters, Brenda Crawley of Hopewell and June Jones (Darick) of Petersburg; two sons, James and Melvin Crawley; five… Mr. Richard Antonio Jones, of Norfolk, Va. (formerly of Matoaca, Va.), died suddenly Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 in Newport News, 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. online via a live webcam at 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… in the Church Parish Hall at which time the family will receive friends. The family wishes to express its gratitude to Dr. John Knarr, the staff at Pulaski Retirement Community, the team with MediHome Health and Hospice and special caretakers for their extraordinary care, love and support during the past months. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of memorials to Christ Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 975, Pulaski, Va. 24301, MediHome Health and Hospice, 102 N. Washington Ave.,… On Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, our beloved Mrs. Ruth Lankford triumphantly entered eternal rest after a lengthy illness. She accepted the Lord, Jesus Christ at an early age and was faithful member of Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va., until her health declined. She served on the Senior Ladies Ushers Ministry and a member of the Wednesday Noon Day Bible Study Class. She adored the Deacons Ministry and eagerly awaited her "communion" visits each Second Sunday. She was a member of the… LOONEY, Jerry A. The family of Jerry A. Looney invites all who knew and loved him to come and celebrate his life at a memorial service at the chapel at McGuire VA Medical Center, 1201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, Va., this Friday, September 26, at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or a charity of your choice. 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… Billy C. Maurice ELIZABETH CITY - Billy C. Maurice of the 100 block of Willow Way passed away Sept. 22, 2008. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Forest Park Church of God. Miller Funeral Home is in charge. McCLINTON, Paul Sr., 64, of Richmond, Va., departed this life September 21, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, Joanna McClinton, Esq.; one son, Paul McClinton Jr. (Dylisa); one grand-daughter, Desiree McClinton; one sister, Laura Tyson; one brother, Sylvester Tyson (Audrey); and the mother of his children, Rachel McClinton. His remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday,… MESCALL, Donald M., 75 of Midlothian, passed away September 22, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Roberta J. Mescall; children, Jan E. Mescall and wife, Cheryle, Jeffery C. Mescall and wife, Carolyn, Mary Colleen Mescall, Scott N. Mescall and wife, Delaney, and Donald J. Mescall; grandchildren, Jennifer G. Snyder, Bentley D. Mescall, Dixon B. Mescall and Tyra Tarr; great-grandchildren, Mackenzie Tarr, Chaz Tarr, and Dillan Baldwin; brothers, Francis P. Mescall Jr. and Gerald T. Mescall; sister, Mary Ellen… MILLS, Geneva H., entered eternal rest September 21, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents, Landus and Dehlia Hatchett; her devoted husband, Luray F. Mills; and several siblings. She is survived by her sister, Blanche Townes of Summit, N.J.; her brother, Landus Hatchett Jr. of Cleveland, Ohio; three sisters-in-law, Ella, Gracie, and Ida Mae Hatchett. She is also survived by many devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, and neighbors, a host of loving friends and special friends, Carol and Tom Kelley. Remains… 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 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,… will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Eastville Baptist Church Cemetery. Wilkins-Doughty Funeral Home, Cape Charles, is in charge. Neely, Mary Elizabeth Wolfenbarger will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008, 2 p.m. at Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Greg Moser officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Second Harvest Food Bank, The Salvation Army, or Rescue Mission. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem. Nester, Patrick David (Cornbread) s 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Thaxton. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home, Bedford. in the church fellowship hall. A viewing will be held Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, from 2 to 8 p.m. in Riddick Funeral Service. NORMAN, Hazel Lee, 60, of Carson, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 21, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents, Carney and Beulah Tench. She is survived by her husband, Walter Norman Jr.; daughter, Wendy Steele; brothers, Ronald and David Tench; sisters, Joanne Kahn and Rita Slater; and grandchildren, Mia, Cloe and Ruby. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at Sussex Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made… PERRY, Margaret Martin, 89, of Richmond, died September 20, 2008. She was the daughter of Robert Spencer Martin and May Bud Dowdy Martin. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Clarence A. Perry Jr.; and her daughter, Suzanne P. Culler (September 12, 2008). She is survived by her sons, C. Andrew Perry III (Judy) and Kenneth H. Perry (Barbara); seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was a lifelong member of Fairmount Christian Church and a longtime member of the U&I Class,… PHILLIPS, Mary Elizabeth, 53, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on September 21, 2008. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sadie Hicks; and sister, Annie Phillips. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving and devoted daughter, Phinon P. Beckham (John); granddaughter, Dasia Beckham; father, Harold Hicks Sr.; three sisters, Yvonne Underwood, Eleanor Butler (George), Loretta Vines (Reginald); two brothers, Ronnie Lewis and Harold Hicks Jr. (Yolanda); and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains… will be held at a later date. Ramsey, Rebecca Susan McCulley Rebecca Susan (Becky) McCulley Ramsey, 49, of Waynesboro formerly of Clifton Forge and Covington, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. Randozzo, Frances Leathea Hicks 3 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, Lyles Chapel Cemetery, Bath County. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. ROBINSON, Mrs. Ella Whitaker, of Richmond, departed this life September 23, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice later. Ester Linda Robinson, 5,2 of Roanoke, Va., passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Arrangement by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Sallie L. Russell CARRSVILLE - Sallie Lillian Russell, 83, of the 31400 block of Cecelia's Lane, died Sept. 19, 2008, in her residence. Born in Isle of Wight County, Mrs. Russell was a teacher's aide for Franklin City Public Schools. She was a member of Pulaski Baptist Church, Carrsville. She was the widow of Melvin Leon Russell. Survivors include a daughter, Veronica Brickhouse (Glen) of Chesapeake; six grandchildren, Adam Russell of Washington, D.C., April and Aisha Russell of Silver Spring, Md.,… SAMUEL, Sidney Michael, born January 7, 1985, was the beloved son of David L. Samuel Sr. of Powhatan and Ann Samuel of St. Mary's, Ga.; brother of David Leigh Samuel Jr. and Tiffany Michelle Samuel; loving uncle of Destiney Makay Patterson, affectionately known to her as "Cocoa." He is also survived by grandparents, Tom and Margaret Samuel, Ed and Ann Brackett; great-grandmother, Margaret Coffey; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Sidney was a lifelong Powhatan resident, whose… Robert Bruce Scott, 89, of Blacksburg, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. A visitation will be held Thursday, September 25, 2008 at McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg. SCOTT, James A. Jr., age 85, of Mitchellville, Md., formerly of Richmond, Va., went home to be with the Lord on September 17, 2008. Surviving are his daughter, Fran Denise Robinson (Walter K.) of Mitchellville, Md.; two sons, James A. III of Philadelphia, Pa., and Darrie G. Scott (Janice R.) of Newark, N.J.; grandson, Joshua D. Robinson; brother, Robert F. Scott; two sisters-in-law, Marian and Rev. Zenobia Scott of Richmond; devoted cousin, Angela McLinn; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest… Morris Winston Scott, Sr., 83, Lynchburg, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. 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. s 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, in the Shiloh Lutheran Church. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. SHELTON, Garnett Bowden, of Bumpass, died Monday, September 22, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Alice "Kitty" Katherine Shelton; his children, William Shelton (Kay), Patricia Cunningham (Richard), Donald Shelton (Cathy), Maurice Shelton (Patricia) and Kathy (Sam); 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008 in Little River Baptist Church. Graveside services will be private. The family will receive friends immediately after the… Linda R. (Nanny) Shires, 66, of Buchanan, Va., passed away Sunday, September 21, 2008. Celebration of Life will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, in the Rader Funeral Home Chapel, Daleville, Va. A funeral service for Miss Cherita R. Short will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Gravel Baptist Church, 12512 Duncan Road, Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Larry D. Brown, pastor, and the Rev. Arlie Lindsey, pastor of Star of Hope Bibleway Church, officiating. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Miss Short online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com and where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral… SIGLER, Mrs. Rebecca Sullivan, 86, of Charlotte, N.C., and formerly of Richmond, Va., died Monday, September 22, 2008 at the Gardens of Taylor Glen in Concord, N.C. Mrs. Sigler was born in Rock Hill, S.C., August 5, 1922, daughter of the late James and Nell Comer Sullivan. She was the owner and operator of Plastic Products in Richmond, Va., and was named Business Woman of the Year and was the first woman on the Management Committee of Virginia. Mrs. Sigler was a member of Bon Air Presbyterian Church and… . SMITH, William E., age 85, departed this life on September 23, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Marion Snyder Smith; one daughter, Jane Harpster; and three granddaughters, Skye, Sara, and Amy Harpster. He was preceded in death by his son, Jesse Durwood Smith. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, September 26, at Gayton Road Christian Church, with visitation in the church social hall following the service. SPINOS, Dominick W., 66, of Midlothian, Va., passed away Sunday, September 21, 2008. He was predeceased by his parents, Michael and Luella Spinos. He leaves behind his loving wife of 41 years, Sandra; his daughter, Kathi Spinos and her three sons, Joshua, Ethan and Shane; two sons, Michael and his wife, Tiffany, and Dominick and his wife, Vickie. He is also survived by his sister, Roxanne Newcomer and her husband, Ken; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Spinos was a graduate of Windber Area High… Fred Albert Stevenson Jr., 66, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. s 2 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008, at ColbertMoran Memorial Garden. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. SZAKMARY, Claire, 90, of Richmond, died peacefully in her sleep on Monday, September 22, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Szakmary; and her sister, Elizabeth Larsen. She is survived by one daughter, Agnes Warburton of New York, N.Y.; one son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Carol Szakmary of Midlothian, Va.; five grandchildren, Laura Fusco and family of Ramsey, N.J., Mathew Warburton of New York, N.Y., Jennie Blind and family of New York, N.Y., Stephen Szakmary of Richmond, Va., and… TEAGUE, Amy Baldwin, age 56, of Hot Springs Village, Ark., lost her courageous fight with cancer on September 18, 2008. She was born in Richmond, Va., on May 28, 1952 to William and Mary Baldwin. She was a graduate of John Randolph Tucker High School in Richmond and Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. She is survived by her husband of 20 years, David R. Teague: her sister and brother-in-law, Emily and Frank Huntington; her niece, Julia Cook; and her nephew, Philip Huntington. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m.… s will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, in the Horne Funeral Chapel conducted by Pastor Jeff White with interment to follow in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg, Va. The Thomason family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. Online condolences may be sent to www.hornfuneralservic.com. TOWNES, Mrs. Mary H., of Midlothian, departed this life September 21, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon H. Townes Sr.; and son, Charles O. Townes. She is survived by her four daughters, Mary Frances Johnson, Mable V. Cooper (Rev. Dr. Howard), M. Patricia Johnson (Lee), and Dorothy M. Smith (Andrew); four sons, Leon H. Townes, John S. Townes (Dorothy B.), Rev. Herbert C. Townes (Emma), and Lorenzo E. Townes; 21 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; sister,… Mr. Fred Arthur Trisvan, 56, of 19335 Little Mill Road, Jarratt, Va., was called to rest on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008. He will always be remembered as a loving and outgoing father, brother, grandfather and uncle. He was well known for his swing dancing and sense of humor. Fred was born on April 21, 1952, in Sussex County to the late Parthenia Urquhart and Theron Trisvan. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his wife Phillis Trisvan, one daughter Elnora Trisvan; one son, Fred Trisvan; one stepson,… Virginia Turner, 86, of Bassett, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. George A. Kessler George Andrew Kessler, 84, of Charlottesville died Sunday, September 21, 2008, at home. Born July 14, 1924, in Phila-delphia, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late George H. Kessler and Anna Ischi Kessler. George was a 1956 graduate of Drexel University with a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and was a Navy veteran of World War II. He retired from Conrail after 45 years of service and having served in various manage-ment positions. Surviving him are his wife of 41 years, Renee… will be held Oct. 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Chesapeake House on the Bay. Woodlawn Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge. Sep 24, 2008 Virginia Turner, 86, of 479 Reed Creek Drive, Bassett, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and other times at the home on Reed Creek Drive. The funeral home will announce complete obituary information. s will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Bob Wayne officiating. Interment will follow in Beaverdam Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Funeral services for Lee Chester Wesson, of 120 N. Old Church St., Petersburg, who died on Monday morning at his residence, will be conducted at noon Saturday from the Chapel of the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, the Rev. Antonio A. Tucker officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Remains rest at the Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. WHEEL, Deaconess Annie S., of Midlothian, departed this life September 22, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. Robert Willis, 31, of Hopewell, passed away on Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. Robert was always happy and was loved by everyone. He always had a smile on his face that will truly be missed by all. Robert is survived by his parents, William Willis; his mother and stepfather, Elizabeth McComber Martin and husband, Michael Martin; sister, Christina Monk and husband, James; a brother, Steven Allen Willis; and sister; Tia R. Bland; paternal grandmother, Mary LeClair; maternal grandparents, Edward and Frances McComber… Ernest Lee Wilson SUFFOLK � Ernest Lee Wilson, 93, of of the 5600 block of Godwin Blvd., passed away Sept. 13, 2008, in Prince William County. A native of Nansemond County, he was the son of the late Johnny and Lavenia Wilson. His beloved wife, Sevella Hall Wilson, followed him in death Sept. 15, 2008. Mr. Wilson was a veteran of World War II. He was a retired electrician from the Newport News Shipbuilding Company. Because of the civil rights movement, he was allowed to be a trainer at the Newport News… Sevella Hall Wilson SUFFOLK - Sevella Hall Wilson, 91, of the 5600 block of Godwin Blvd., passed away Sept. 15, 2008, in Prince William County. A native of Nansemond County, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Lillie Fulgham Hall. Her beloved husband, Ernest Lee Wilson, preceded her in death on Sept. 13, 2008. She was a member of Little Bethel Baptist Church where she was a deaconess, trustee, and member of the choir and missionary circle. She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Patricia… WINFREE, Marguerite M., 80, of Richmond, widow of Robert N. Winfree Jr., passed away September 22, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Clark; sons, Bruce and Russell Winfree; grandchildren, Mandy Bradley, Shannon, Kimberly and Ryan Winfree, and Robbie Clark; great-grandchildren, Cameron, Tucker and Chase Bradley, and Shyann Clemons; and a sister, Jean Winfree. Mrs. Winfree was a member of Providence United Methodist Church. Her family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at… |
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