| will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Sunland Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, AZ 85351. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Development Office College Conservatory of Music, Attn: Miss Kit Anderson, P.O. Box 210003 UC, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0003. Marion W. Ainley VIRGINIA BEACH - Marion Elizabeth Wylie Ainley, 80, of Catalina Ave., passed away Oct. 6, 2008, at Oakdale Heights Senior Living. She was the widow of Henry David Ainley Sr. Surviving are her children, Wesley Brian Ainley and his wife Mary Jeannette of Montpelier, Kathryn Allison Ainley Brandon and her family of Mississippi, Kennneth Bruce Ainley and his wife Doreen and family of Chesapeake, Henry David Ainley Jr. of Texas, Donna Jean Ainley Rinald and her husband Louis and family of Texas,… Robert E. Alcorn, 53, of Thaxton, Va., died Sunday, October 5, 2008. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707. will be held 1 p.m. Thursday October 9, 2008, at the Harris Cemetery. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home. . The family received friends Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Powell Funeral Home and other times in the home, 108 Virginia Loop Road, South Boston. In lieu of flowers, please consider a charity of your choice. Lawraign Gwathmey Anderson, 99, of Sparta, N.J., died on Sunday, October 5, 2008. Ms. Francis L. Artis, of Petersburg, died Monday, Oct. 6, 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, (804) 732-7841; www.blandenterprisesinc.com. will be held 1 p.m. Monday, October 13, 2008, at Trinity Ecumenical Parish with the Rev. Dr. Gary K. Scheidt officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider the American Lung Association, 9221 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, Va. 23225-6876. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, 540-586-9167. Condolences can be emailed to bedfordfuneral@verizon.net. will be held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Rocky Mount, N.C., at 11 a.m. Friday. Arrangements by Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 North Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Online condolences may be sent to the Awbrey family by visiting BALDWIN, Carolyn Ann Varner, was called home to God in the early morning hours of Sunday, October 5, 2008. For 59 years she has been a gift to us all of God's creations - people, animals, plants, rocks and the soil. Carolyn avidly loved life with an infectious zest, was as vibrant and colorful as the plants she grew and as strong and unique as each rock she handled. All that knew her have been blessed by her radiant compassion, unwavering honesty and persistent faithfulness. Carolyn's legacy will… will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Port Norfolk Baptist Church, 401 Broad St., Portsmouth, with Pastor Taylor officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations made to the American Cancer Association, 871 Weisgarber Road, Knoxville, TN 37909. Arrangements by Cremation Options Inc. (865) 6WE-CARE (693-2273). Michael Ray Barton, 51, of Moneta, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Bethel (Beth) Tarris Bell, 84, of Chester, died Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, in Chippenham Medical Center. A native of Richmond, she was daughter of the late George Jackson Tarris and Grace Rosanne Demler Tarris. She was widow of Hilton A. Bell, and was preceded in death by a sister, Grace Miller. A registered nurse, she was a member of Stuart Circle Alumni Nurses Association. She is survived by four children, Virginia (Gina) Beaumont of Colonial Heights, Judy Hester Bean (Hans) of Amelia, Jack L Beaumont… BELL, Bethel "Beth" Tarris, 84, of Chester, died Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in Chippenham Medical Center. A native of Richmond, she was daughter of the late George Jackson Tarris and Grace Rosanne Demler Tarris. She was widow of Hilton A. Bell and was preceded in death by a sister, Grace Miller. A registered nurse, she was a member of Stuart Circle Alumni Nurses Association. She is survived by four children, Virginia (Gina) Beaumont of Colonial Heights, Judy Hester Bean (Hans) of Amelia, Jack L.… Oct 8, 2008 Betty Ruth Johnson, 84, of 109 Madison Road, Ridgeway, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at her home. She was born in Patrick County on Aug. 4, 1924, to James T. Handy and Lillian Gunter Handy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold E. Johnson; a son, Marvin J. Johnson; three sisters, Mabel Nowlin, Marie Rogers and Barbara Handy; and five brothers, Clanton Handy, James Handy, John Handy, Raymond Handy and Paul Handy. She was a homemaker and a member of Chatham… Booker, Margaretta Virginia Harris BOOKER, Margaretta Virginia Harris, was born in Richmond, Va., to Bernard J. Harris Sr. and Lillie Harris on May 17, 1917. She departed this life on October 2, 2008. She is survived by one son, Robert Bernard Brooks; one daughter, Rosalind McNair Thompson; three grandchildren, Christopher Robert Booker, Monica Renee Booker, Michael T. McNair; one son-in-law, George Thompson; and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. The staff of… will be held at 3 p.m. in Belle Haven Cemetery. Doughty Funeral Homes and Crematory is in charge. BRADBY, Alphus F. "Bud," 78, died October 2, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Lucy V. Cotman-Bradby; and his son, Lonnie Jones; his daughter, Ethyl Williams (Alvin "Pickle") followed him in death on October 5, 2008. He is survived and dearly loved by his daughters, Kendall Black and Bonnie Rodgers (Don); sons, Douglas Jones, Charles and David White (Robin); brother, Jesse (June) Bradby; sister-in-law, Mary Allen; grandchildren, Dannette (Gregory Sr.), Devondus… Braxton-Barksdale, Yvonne Madrine BRAXTON-BARKSDALE, Yvonne Madrine, 53, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on October 3, 2008. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ramona Harris. She is survived by her husband, Leonard Barksdale; children, Rone Henson (Clara), Delonta Braxton (Lashae), Leonard Braxton (Jessica), Terrell Shakespear, Jamie Braxton, Victor Scott, and Mercedes Braxton; nine grandchildren, Sasha, Delonta Jr., Xavian, Katoriah, Kijhan, Briana, Brittany, Natalie, and Amirah; parents, Charles and Madrine Braxton; five… will be held 4 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2008 at First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540 989-3131. Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Brown, age 78, of 314 S. West St., Petersburg, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 5, 2008. God has called her home, she has fought a good fight, kept the faith and now she has finished her race. She was born in Disputanta, Va., on Nov. 6, 1929, to the late Leroy and Laura Harvelle. She attended Prince George Schools. At an early age she accepted Christ. She was a former member of Union Branch Baptist Church, Prince George. She later moved to Petersburg and became a member of Trinity… Isabelle Virginia Burgess SHILOH - Isabelle Virginia Burgess, 82, of the 900 block of South 343, died Oct. 6, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City. will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008, in Green Hill Cemetery, Buena Vista. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home. Ernest Lee Cherry WINDSOR - Ernest Lee Cherry, 66, of the 100 block of Morning Road, died Oct. 5, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in Indian Woods Baptist Church. Gilliam Funeral Home is in charge. CHILDS, Ruby Britt, 82, of Richmond, died October 4, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garfield F. Childs Sr. Surviving are her daughter, Carla Patrice Childs; son, Garfield Ford Childs Jr.; three grand-children, Robin Adu-Gyamfi (Kwaku), Renee D. and Rea D. Childs; two great-grandchildren, Sean Kofi and Brent Kwas Adu-Gyamfi; a devoted daughter-in-law, Joyce B. Childs; two sisters-in-law, three stepbrothers-in-law; two devoted cousins, James Hugo Murphy (Gloria) and Sundra Murphy Jackson… Judith Martin Clausen, 63, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Arrangements are by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel and Crematory, 540-982-2100. COLLINS, Nellie G., 88, of Richmond, passed away October 5, 2008. She was a retiree of Interbake Foods. She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Ray Collins. She is survived by a loving and devoted daughter, Betty S. Collins; and granddaughter, Kimberly L. Mauck, both of Richmond; a daughter, Doris M. Whorley, Buckingham, Va.; and two sons, James G. Spencer III, Arvonia, Va., and C. Bryce Spencer, Beeville, Texas; eight additional grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; five sisters, Hazel… Conner, Arjetta Burnette Dooley . Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707. CRISCI, Filomena C., of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on October 3, 2008. She is survived by her brother, Angelo P. Crisci. She was a former member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Chesterfield and a member of St. Edwards Catholic Church. A memorial mass will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Mary Mother of the Church Abbey, 12829 River Road, Richmond, Va. 23238, 804-748-3508. Arrangements by the Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home. Flowers preferred. DABNEY, William A. "Gus," 80, of Henrico, formerly of Ashland, husband of Helen Jones Dabney, departed this life October 7, 2008. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B St., Ashland. Funeral notice later. fedabneyfuneralhome.com Oct 8, 2008 David Millner, 79, of Ridgeway, died Oct. 6, 2008,. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Perry-Spencer Funeral Home, Madison, N.C. DEMETRIADIS, Dr. Nikolaos G., 67, of Richmond, born in Pyli, Florinis, Greece, passed away at his home, October 4, 2008. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Margarita Demetriadis; and a brother, Stefanos Demetriadis. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Shelia N. Demetriadis; a son, Stefan Demetriadis; a daughter, Margarita "Dee" Demetriadis; two brothers, Herakles Demetriadis (Athena) and Antonis Demetriadis (Melpomene); and a sister, Frederika Messinis (Evangelos). He served as a… Dara J. Dixon PORTSMOUTH - Dara Jean Dixon of the 100 block of Linden Ave. passed away Oct. 3, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel. will be held in Sherwood Memorial Park, Wednesday, October 8, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. Laura Mae Dunn, 85, a long-time resident of Hopewell, Va., died Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, in Palm Bay, Fla. Mr. Thomas Darnell Dunn, "Wink," was born on Dec. 19, 1982, to Thomas and Mamie Dunn in Hopewell, Va. From the very beginning, Wink was a fighter who overcame the many obstacles associated with his birth, and grew to be the beloved son, brother and friend, who would bring joy and laughter to all who knew him. He had an unbelievable zest for life, with his family at its center. Wink was a very strong young man who enjoyed a wonderful life and on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, exchanged that life for his… DUVALL, Virginia W., 82, of Ashland, daughter of the late Edward Holman Winston and Julia Payne Winston, the widow of Clarence J. Duvall, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2008. She was preceded in death by a son, Clarence A. "Alex" Duvall; two sisters, Elizabeth Winston Atkinson and Earlene Winston Smith; and one brother, Richard E. Winston. She is survived by two sons, Greg C. and his wife, Sharon K. Duvall, of Nokesville, Va., and Jeffrey C. and his wife, Renee Duvall, of Ashland; a… Barbara A. Eppes PORTSMOUTH - Barbara A. "Bobbie" Eppes, 56, of the 900 block of County St., passed away Oct. 4, 2008, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Portsmouth and a 1970 I.C. Norcom graduate, she was employed at Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) for 20 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Mrs. Eugenia Eppes; two sons, Clarence "Huck" Holmes and Brandon Holmes; and three granddaughters, all of Portsmouth; three sisters, Bettie Eppes of Greenbelt, Md., Irene… FAIRMAN, Edward Arthur Paul, born December 13, 1938, son of Muriel Haskell Martin and Charles Fairman of Dorset, England, died peacefully early Monday morning, October 6, 2008, from injuries resulting from a car accident on March 21, 2008. An Englishman and a horseman, Paul did his National Service in the King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery, London, and worked for the National Stud, Rabley Stud and Whitsbury Manor Farm and Stud before coming to the states to work as assistant manager for Richard… 2 p.m. Thursday in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service. FARREN, Rae Isbell, 101, of Richmond, passed away October 4, 2008. She is survived by three nieces, Julia Perkins, Clare M. Cola, and Gloria Anne Cola-Craig; one nephew, William F. Ware Jr. Ms. Farren retired from L.H. Jenkins Book Bindery. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 11, at Hopeful Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Bliley's - Staples Mill. will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday in Holy Communion Lutheran Church, 6220 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth. The family asks that flowers be omitted and memorial donations be made to the Portsmouth Humane Society. A special thanks to the Sentara Hospice Green Team for their care and compassion. s will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday at Lotz Vinton Chapel with Pastor John Dooley officiating. Interment will follow in Jeters Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. FOX, John William, 86, of Richmond, met his Lord in Glory at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 6, 2008. He was born on May 13, 1922, the son of John August and Noble Fox. He was swept off of his feet by Frances Middlebrook, and the two were married on June 18, 1949. Through their love they had two daughters, Patricia and Pamela. He spent his career as a mechanic, which began in the U.S. Army from 1942 until 1946, serving in the Twelfth Armored Division "Hellcats," stationed in Rhineland, Germany. He… will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Virginia Beach. GEDDIS, Robert Paul, 64, of Midlothian, died October 5, 2008. Survivors include his wife, Dolores Geddis; two children, Brian Paul Geddis and his wife, Kim, and Heather Ann Geddis; two grandchildren, Travis and Treasure Jo Geddis; six siblings, James Geddis, Dennis Geddis, Thomas Geddis, John Geddis, Carolee Hudgins, and Ted Tellefsen. Mr. Geddis was a 1961 graduate of Franklin High School in New Jersey and attended Rider College, Trenton, N.J. He was president of Accurate Forming, a division of Tyco… Oct 8, 2008 The funeral for Gerald Frank Vaughn, 70, of 40 Tilley Drive, Fieldale, who died Oct. 6, 2008, at home, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. The Rev. Bill Moss will officiate. Burial will be in County Line Church of God of Prophecy cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home in Bassett and other times at the home in Fieldale. Vaughn was born in Henry County on July 11, 1938, to June Vaughn and Bessie Ferguson… GRIMM, Rayburn Scott, 85, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord October 2, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Susie B. Grimm; daughter, Sandra Thomas of Maryland; two sons, Matthew and Christopher; three grandchildren, Jennifer, Logan and Madison. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Winn's Baptist Church, 12320 Winns Church Rd., Glen Allen. Pastor Jeff Brauer officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Winn's Baptist Church… GRUBBS, Robert Thomas, 90, of East Palatka, Fla., passed away Wednesday October 1, 2008 at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center in Palatka, following a brief illness. Robert was born July 3, 1918 in Richmond, Va., to the late Thomas and Almeda Grubbs. He graduated from the Varina Agricultural High School on June 9, 1936 in Richmond. After serving his apprenticeship with the railroad he moved to Jacksonville, Fla. While continuing his career with SeaBoard Coastline, he then relocated to East Palatka, Fla. He… GULLEY, Betty Hoffman, of Chesterfield County, Va., passed away on October 5, 2008 after a long and courageous battle with diabetes. She will be missed deeply by all who knew and loved her. She is preceded in death by her mother, Hazel Daniels Hoffman and two infant sons, Joshua Adam Gulley and Jonathan Michael Gulley. She is survived by her husband, Russell J. Gulley; her two children, Jason Scott Gulley (Dawn) of Fredericksburg, Va., and Casey Elizabeth Delaney (Craig) of Springfield, Va.; and two… Frank Robert Gurciullo Sr., 69, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at his residence. He was the son of the late Frank T. and Anna M. Ciarce Gurciullo. Mr. Gurciullo retired from the New York State Electric & Gas Co. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Gurciullo; a son, Frank R. Gurciullo; two daughters, Karen and Marni Gurciullo; five brothers, Cesario, Peter, Richard, Johnny and Robert Gurciullo; and a sister, Ann Cammarano. Services will be private. Arrangements by the Colonial… Wanda Marie Handy, 60, of Rich Creek, Va., passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va. s will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 8, at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Gretna Branch. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna. HARPER, Antonio D. "Tony," beloved son of Loretta Carter and Herman Harper, also devoted friend of Francina Carter and his devoted family. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 1 p.m., at Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 913 N. 1st St. Robert Brunson Sr. and Jr., Directors. will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Calvary Cemetery. Graves Funeral Home is in charge. Forrest Edwin Harris died peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at University of Maryland Cancer Center, Baltimore. He was born Oct. 8, 1949, to Hester Harris and the late Robert Harris in Petersburg. He was the devoted husband of Joyce B. Harris. He is also survived by two daughters, seven grandchildren, two sisters and one brother. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at Randall Memorial United Methodist Church, 1002 46th St., N.E., Washington, D.C. Arrangements by the… HARRIS, Mr. Mercer F. "Red," of Richmond, entered eternal rest on October 4, 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Blanche and Mercer Harris; one daughter, Evelyn H. Morris; one sister and four brothers. Cherishing his memory are his two daughters, Jackie A. Harris and Irish Mayo; 10 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Edna Lee (Alfred) and Shirley L. Curtis; one aunt, Edith Harris; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, among them,… will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, October 10, at Critz Baptist Church in Critz. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel. Mary Lucy Hendricks BOYKINS - Mary Lucy Hendricks, 67, of the 32300 block of S. Main St., died Sept. 30, 2008. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. today in Shiloh Baptist Church. Engram Funeral Home is in charge. . HOLLAND, Joseph Vassar, 76, of Chesterfield County, passed away at home on October 4, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Mr. Holland was the former owner of Holland-Wilbert Vault Service. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Bobby Carr Holland; three children, Deborah Holland Nester and her husband, Ken Nester, of Prince George County, James Andrew Holland and his wife, Kimberly S. Holland, of Bon Air and Margaret Ann Holland of Kill Devil Hills, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Craig C. Nester, Amanda R. Holland,… HOUSTON, Irene Nelson, died October 5, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia A.; sons, Cedric W. Jr. and David M. Houston; one sister, Corine Thompson; one brother, Clarence W. Nelson Jr.; three grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, three sisters-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 12 noon, North Gayton Baptist Church, 3244 Pump Rd., with Rev. James F.… HUSKEY, Louise Edwards, 87, of Emporia, passed away October 6, 2008. The family will receive friends Wednesday, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Echols Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside funeral services will be held Thursday, 2 p.m., at Greensville Memorial Cemetery, Emporia, Va. Echols Funeral Home, Emporia, is in charge of arrangements. Mr. James E. Jackson, also known as "Snow," departed this life on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, at his business. He was born to James E. Jackson and Blanch H. Jackson in Nottoway County, Blackstone, Va., on May 9, 1923. James married Rosina Pierce; out of that union they had one daughter, Evelyn R. Casey. He started barbering in 1944 with his brother, Willie Jackson, on Halifax Street in the Blue Bird Theater shop and then moved to Gill Street for a few years, before he acquired 519 High St., known as… Oct 8, 2008 Jacqueline B. Minter, 84, of Danville, and formerly of Martinsville, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at home. Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. Oct 8, 2008 The funeral for Joe Anne Williams Deshazo, 62, of 1407 Roundabout Road, Martinsville, who died Oct. 6, 2008, at Kindred Hospital in Greensboro, N.C., will be held at noon Thursday at Hines Funeral Services. The Rev. Dr. Eric Hairston will officiate. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for a half-hour before the funeral Thursday and other times at the home of her aunt, Dorothy Martin, 1007 “C” St., Martinsville. She was born in Henry… will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va. . Mrs. Johnson's cremains will be entombed in the columbarium at the church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, handled the cremation for the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Memorial Garden Fund. JONES, Mabel W., age 74, of Richmond, entered into eternal rest Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Kindred Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. She was born on July 11, 1934 in Littleton, North Carolina, as the eldest child to the late Ashley Willis Williams and the late Bessie Edmonds Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Vernon J. Williams and Raymond L. Williams; and sister, Ethel W. Gordon. She is survived by her loving and devoted daughter, E. Yvette Jones; a sister,… KELLY, Sgt. Leroy Leslie Sr., 77, of Richmond, Va., entered into eternal rest on October 3, 2008. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Margie McCann; and son, Dean Kelly. He is survived by a devoted companion, Mrs. Peggy C. Kelly. He leaves to cherish his memory his children, Donald L. Lucas (Delores), Leroy L. Kelly Jr., Margaret E. Kelly, Maxine K. Blunt (Gerald) and Dalemarie Andrews (Allen); nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March… Mr. Robert N. King, "Big Bob", 40, of Stony Creek, Va., entered eternal rest on Sunday morning, Oct. 5, 2008, at the John Randolph Medical Center. He was born Sept. 16, 1968, to the late George and Sarah Lee King. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Sarah Lee King. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Lula Mae King. He attended Dinwiddie Public Schools, and was a member of the Rocky Mount Baptist Church. He was a former truck driver which he loved, until his health declined.… Rebecca T. Land NORFOLK - Rebecca Tyler Land, 91, passed away Oct. 6, 2008, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. She was born in Bertie County, North Carolina, but was a lifelong resident of Norfolk. She was the daughter of the late William Perry and Maude Joyner Tyler and the widow of Charles Frederick Land. She retired from Colonial Stores as a buyer and was a member of Miles Memorial United Methodist Church. She was former treasurer of the Forest Park Garden Club and was chaplain of the Federation of… James E. (Buddy) Law, 55, of Peterstown, W. Va., passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008. Arrangements by Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W. Va. . Burial will be at a later date in Michigan. Family and friends will gather from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday in Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. The family suggests memorials take the form of contributions to Boy Scouts of America, Troop 36, c/o Col. Dan Williamson, 4 Driver's Lane, Carrollton, VA 23314, Toys for Tots, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172 or Uzzells United Methodist Church, 15363 Uzzell Church Road, Smithfield, 23430. LONG, Grace Inez, 92, of Richmond, Va., daughter of the late Charles C. Morgan and Grace Stansberry Morgan, went home to be with the Lord on October 4, 2008. She was preceded in death by her only child, Raymond Morgan Carter; and her husband of 49 years, Harry C. Long; sisters, Norma Cumberland, Rose Neville; and brother, Frances Morgan. She deeply loved and was always thankful for the blessing of family. She is survived by two sisters, Regina Martin, Ann Pace; devoted daughter-in-law, Joyce Roach;… LONG, Philip Wayne, 68, of Spring Grove, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008 at MCV. Born in Petersburg on January 12, 1940, he was the son of Mrs. Clyde Stockner Long and the late Roy E. Long. He was a graduate of Prince George High School and he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a retired small engine repair mechanic and he worked at Standard James Shoe Repair with his father and son in Petersburg for over 40 years. He was the lead singer with the band "Wayne and the Aggressors" and an… MARTINDALE, Bobby Joe, 65, of Richmond, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2008 pursuing his passion, driving his Top Alcohol Funny Car, which he had dedicated to his daughter, Nikki. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Nicole Martindale; and his mother, Ruby Martindale. He is survived by his fianc‚e, Geraldine Markham; father, Millard C. Martindale; sister, Vivian Barker; brothers, Richard C. and Garry B. Martindale; maternal grandmother, Mae Robinson; stepdaughters, Allison King, Crystal Orndorff,… s will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Robert L. (Larry) (Bobby) McNew, 75, of Roanoke, died Monday, October 6, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. Jacqueline B. Minter, 84, of Danville, Va., formerly of Martinsville, Va., died Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Service, Inc. & Crematory. Mr. John Lee Minter, a resident of 14A, 1700 Johnson Road (Tanglewood Apartments), entered into eternal rest on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, in Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Va. He was born Feb. 21, 1921, in Petersburg to the late Samuel and Gracie Bell Minter of the city. John Lee, as he was affectionally known, was educated in the Petersburg School System and graduated from Daniel Webster High School, Ettrick, Va. He is preceded in death by one brother, Samuel Minter Jr., of the city. John Lee… Joseph Woods Mitchell Sr., 81, of Rural Retreat, Va., passed away Monday, October 6, 2008. Funeral 11 a.m. .Friday, October 10, 2008 at Seaver-Brown Chapel. MOODY, Sharron F., 48, of Chesterfield, passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 2008. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas A. Farrer; and mother-in-law, Doris L. Owens. She is survived by her husband, Danny R. Moody; son, Joseph Moody and his wife, Stephanie; daughter, Dawn Burgess and her husband, Brian; her mother, Alice Farrer; two sisters, Diane, Chrissy and their husbands; and many other family and friends. The family will receive friends at Bliley's- Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., on… Alfred P. Moore, 75, of Rocky Mount, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, South Main Street, Rocky Mount. will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Fitchett Funeral home is in charge. Morris, Mary Frances Ratcliffe s will be conducted Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Pearisburg with burial following in the Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. Arrangements by Givens Funeral Home in Pearisburg. will be held 2 p.m. Friday, October 10, 2008, in Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va. Margaret F. Myers, 85, of Colonial Heights, died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at the Colonial Heights Health Care Center. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008. in the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with the Rev. Dr. Steve Felker officiating. Entombment will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at the funeral home. Flowers are welcomed or… ORLOWSKI, James Anthony, 44, of Richmond, Va., formerly of Virginia Beach, died suddenly October 6, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Blanca; children, Chad and Hunter Orlowski, Cory and Angelica Golding, all of Richmond, Michael Knutsen of Virginia Beach; his parents, Thomas and Joan Orlowski of Virginia Beach; sister, Karen Orlowski of Virginia Beach; brothers, Paul Orlowski of Virginia Beach, Tom and Vincent Orlowski of Knotts Island, N.C. A memorial mass will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at St.… OWENS, Richard J., of Richmond, departed this life October 4, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory six children, Priscilla, James (Dorothy), Robert (Danna), Pamela and Kimberly Owens, all of Richmond, and Orlando Thompson (Angela) of North Carolina; two stepchildren, Theon and William, of Richmond; six grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren, three great-granddaughters, one great-grandson; one sister, Louise Irby of Halifax, Va.; devoted ex-wife, Lucille Owens; three devoted friends, Rodney Saunders, Vernon… Lucille Pawlin CHESAPEAKE - Lucille Pawlin, 75, a native of Steubenville, Ohio, and formerly of Virginia Beach and Shawboro, N.C., died Oct. 6, 2008, after a lengthy illness. Not only was she a lifelong nurturer and homemaker, but also a loving nana and mamaw. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Rose Celia Pysniak; brothers, Edward "Eddie" Pysniak, Bernard "Benny" Pysniak; sisters, Florence "Flo" Bird, Delores "Dodo" Whiteman and Shirley Lamatrice.… will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home Inc. PHILLIPS, Bryant Oliver. Our hearts are saddened as we share the loss of our loved one. He was born July 1, 1939 in Baltimore, Md., and died October 4, 2008 in Carrollton, Texas. Mr. Phillips was a retail executive for 40 years serving with Miller & Rhoads, Richmond, Va., and Belk Department Stores, New York, N.Y. He also served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Phillips was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church, Plano, Texas. He served as a volunteer with the Ambassador Program, Dallas/Ft. Worth Airport, Texas.… will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Phillipi Baptist Church. Reynolds Funeral Home is in charge. Barbara Robbins Porter, 73, of Chesterfield, Va., departed this life Oct. 5, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Virginia Greene and Obadiah Robbins. She is predeceased by her husband Alvin Odell Porter Sr.; and survived by her son and two daughters, Alvin Odell "Sonny" Porter Jr. of Dinwiddie, Barbara Caroline "Bunny" Porter of Hopewell, Betsey Anna and husband, William A. Brown, of Richmond; and granddaughters, Whitney and husband, Mark Watson, of Richmond, Kelsey Porter, Gillian… Little Miss Khalee' O. Prothro departed this life at the Southside Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of Dariesha Fisher and Khalee Prothro. Besides her parents, she survived by her grandparents, Darlene Fisher and Littleton Tinten; her great-grandparents, Linwood Madison and Wayne Madison; two aunts, Lexus Williams and Deondra Madison; three great-aunts, Lisa Fisher, Debra Fisher and Victoria Fisher; two great-uncles, Michael Fisher and Troy Crenshaw; and a host of cousins, and other… s will be held noon on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Russell Cheatham will officiate. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. s will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at the Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski with the Rev. Dennis Trail officiating. Interment will follow at the Dry Pond Cemetery, Hillsville, Va. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Bower Funeral Home, 1631 Bobwhite Blvd., Pulaski. Visit bowerfuneralhome.com to send the family online condolences. Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family. Oct 8, 2008 Robin Melody Ramey Harris, 49, of Maple Street, Martinsville, died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Newport News to Gordon Ramey and Evelyn Boyd Ramey Martin. Her parents preceded her in death. Surviving are her stepfather, Claude Martin of Spencer; a sister, Beverly Eddins of Spencer; two brothers, Michael Ramey of Martinsville and Tim Martin of Spencer; and nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Critz Baptist… . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pearisburg Presbyterian Church or Pulaski First United Methodist Church. Online condolences can be sent to the family at givensfuneralhome.com. Singer, Madelyn Ruth Hershfield was held in Gambier on Sunday, October 5, 2008. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to Health Care for the Homeless, 111 Park Avenue Baltimore, Md. 21201, or Mid-Ohio Food Bank, 1625 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223. Online guestbook at www.epsteinmemorial.com. will be 11 a.m. Thursday, October 9, 2008, at West View Cemetery with the Rev. Earnest Chinault officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The Ronald McDonald House, 2224 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, Va. 24014. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at the DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford, Va. will take place Sunday, October 12, 2008, at 2:30 in the afternoon at the Villamont Presbyterian Church. The church is just off Route 460, westbound, in Villamont, Virginia. Smith, Lillian Elizabeth Taylor Lillian Elizabeth Taylor Smith, 91, of Troutville, passed away, Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home. in the Oriental Cemetery to be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. A celebration of life luncheon will follow in the church's fellowship hall from noon until 3 p.m. for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Oriental Free Will Baptist Church, 115 Ragan Road, P.O. Box 298, Oriental, NC 28571 or the American Diabetes Association, 434 Fayetteville Street Mall, Two Hannover Square, Suite 1650, Raleigh, NC 27601. Mrs. Annie E. Stith peacefully entered into eternal rest with the Lord on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at her residence in Ettrick, Va. She was born April 27, 1932, in Sussex County, Va., and was the daughter of the late William E. Jones and Mable Virginia Gee. Annie graduated from Sussex County Training School, Waverly, Va., in June 1950. She attended North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro, N.C. Survivors including her loving husband, Walter M. Stith; daughters, Linda S. Kennedy of Brussels, Belgium, Karen… THOMAS, Nancy White, widow of Dr. John Newton Thomas, died on October 7, 2008 at the age of 103. She was born in Marion, Alabama, the daughter of George Phillips and Nannie Ezelle White. She is survived by her son, John Newton Thomas Jr. of Decatur, Georgia.; and her daughter, Nancy Thomas Hill of Richmond; three grandchildren, John Newton Thomas III of Decatur, Georgia, Elizabeth Thomas Starling of Bryson City, North Carolina, and Philip White Thomas of McDonough, Georgia; and four great-grandchildren. She… Alfred John Timperio, 55, of Colonial Heights, died Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, in Medical College of Virginia Hospital in Richmond. He was a construction worker for Jones Construction Co. Mr. Timperio was the son of the late Carl Louis and Eleanor Nichols Timperio. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Timperio of Colonial Heights; a daughter, Eleanor Timperio of Georgia; a son, Corey Timperio of Prince George; three stepsons, Chris Hare, Trevor Nida, Trent Nida; two stepgrandchildren, Gabriel Sees and Hunter… Oct 8, 2008 Travis Lee “Dice” Fallin, 19, of Patrick Springs, died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, in Bassett. He was born in Stuart on Oct. 3, 1989, to Herbert L. Fallin of Bassett and Wendy Richardson Fallin of Bassett. He was a 2008 graduate of Bassett High School and attended County Line Church of God of Prophecy. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Charles Fallin. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are grandparents Woody and Jane Richardson of Bassett and Ethel Fallin of Axton; a… .com. s will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 10, 2008, at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Evelyn J. Drennen Evelyn J. Drennen, 86 of Warrenton, VA died Oct. 5, 2008 at Fairfax Nursing Center. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 10:00 AM at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton. Interment Warrenton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Warrenton United Methodist Church. Moser Funeral Home is in charge of services. Dorothy S. Ashby, 84 of Marshall, VA died Oct. 6, 2008 at University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 12:00… Kevin L. VanSickle NORFOLK - Kevin L. VanSickle, 48, passed away Oct. 6, 2008. He was the son of the late Lewis and Wilma VanSickle. He was born in Norfolk Aug. 19, 1960. Kevin was a member of the American Legion No. 327. He enjoyed NASCAR, football and golf. He will be truly missed. He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Sherry VanSickle; stepson, Russell Fulford; three brothers, Steven VanSickle of Las Vegas, Evertte VanSickle of Arizona and Fred VanSickle of Norfolk; and one sister, LaDonna Joyce… WATACH, Nancy Everett, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on October 6, 2008. Loving wife, mother, grandmother and Big Nanny, she was preceded in death by her mother and father; her husband and son, Robert W. Everett and Robert W. Everett Jr; one sister and one brother. She is survived by her husband, John H. Watach; daughters, Cycelia, Nester (Clarence), Pamela Harper (Jody), Robin Everett (David), Sandra Tuck (Folger); stepdaughters, Monica Burrow (Linwood) and Elizabeth Watach; six loving… WEAVER, Virginia Wassum, 86, of Richmond, died October 7, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Weaver; and her siblings. She is survived by her sons, Randy Linkous of Richmond, Brian Weaver and his wife, Judith, of Richmond; and one daughter, Ann Flaim of Pa.; six grandchildren, Paula Altman and her husband, Sander, Goldie Weaver and her husband, Mike McCray, B. Paul Weaver Jr. and his wife, Melissa, Marshall Weaver, Melissa Flaim and her husband, Jeff Fischer, Melinda Flaim; and 11… WHITEHEAD, Eleanor Jacquelin Lucas "Jackie," of Richmond, passed away on September 29, 2008. She is survived by her husband, William B.; her children, Elizabeth L., W. Thomas and John L.; and her grandchildren, Jennifer L. and Thomas W. and his wife, Lauren, all of Richmond. She is also survived by her sister, Marjorie L. Thornton and her husband, John L., of Richmond; her brother, Clarence V. Lucas of Southern Pines, N.C.; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Whitehead attended the… To Everything There Is A Season ... Ecclesiastes 3:2 A time to be born ... On Feb. 14, 1960, a breath of fresh air was brought forth into this world called, Mr. Daniel DeLin Williams. He was born to Grover and Martha Williams, who preceded him in death, and also preceding him in death a special aunt who raised him like a mother, Gladys Williams Johnson. Ecclesiastes 3:8 A time to love ... He was educated in the Greensville County Public School system in Emporia, Va. In 1974, at the age of 14, he accepted… WILLIAMS, Ethel Nadine, 60, of Richmond, died October 5, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert B. Jones and Lucy V. Cotman-Bradby; her stepfather, Alphus F. "Bud" Bradby; her brother, Lonnie Jones. She is survived and dearly loved by her husband of 16 years, Alvin C. "Pickle" Williams; daughter, Dannette N. Black-Brown (Gregory); sons, DeVondus Booker (Brenda) and Jammie Williams (Leithia); sisters, Kendall V. Black and Bonnie Rodgers (Don); brothers, David White (Robin)… WILLIAMS, John William, longtime resident of Williamsburg, Va., passed away on October 7, 2008 after a brief illness. Family were at his bedside. Born January 8, 1917, he grew up in Grundy, Va. He was graduated from Emory & Henry College, taught Spanish at Grundy High School and attended Washington and Lee School of Law. He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army and he was chief of the Education Center at Ft. Eustis, Va. He and wife, the late Betty Boxley Williams, were very active in… WORSHAM, Virginia D., 83, of Richmond, died suddenly on October 3, 2008 at her home of 50 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Joseph Nelson Worsham. Survivors include her four children, Ollie and wife, Sandra, of Varina, Hazel Ford of Auburn, Ga., David of Richmond, Bernard of Winder, Ga.; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 9, at Oakwood Cemetery. Arrangements by Nelsen Funeral Home, Laburnum Chapel. In lieu of… WRIGHT, Thomas Louis "Tom," 48, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. Tom was a dearly loved son, brother, husband, uncle, friend and colleague. He was a lifelong resident of Richmond. He earned a bachelor's Degree in Business, a master's Degree in Teaching and a post-master's Certificate in Educational Leadership, all from Virginia Commonwealth University. He worked in different fields including printing, financial services and… |
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