| James M. Alley Sr. YORKTOWN - James Monroe Alley Sr., 78, passed away Oct. 12, 2008, in Hampton. He was born in Chauncey, W.Va., and retired from the U.S. Navy as a Seabee and served during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Alma E. Alley; daughter, Pat Traino and husband David of Virginia Beach; son, James M. Alley Jr. of Virginia Beach; two stepdaughters, Laurie Marino and husband Bill of Suffolk, Sheri Overton and husband Roger of Poquoson; brother, Robert K. Alley of Long Beach, Calif.; six… ALLSOP, Elberta Waterman, 87, of Greene, R.I., passed away Sunday, October 12, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Fenton Allsop. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Nadrowski and husband, Eddie, of Foster, R.I.; two sons, Bruce Allsop and wife, Mary Jean, of Richmond and Noel Allsop of Sheffield, Mass.; seven grandchildren, Jenn Limoges, Becca Fracassa and Andrew Nadrowski, of Rhode Island, David and Doug Allsop of Virginia, Derreck and Brett Allsop of New York; and three… Barbee Jr., John William "Jack" BARBEE, John "Jack" William Jr., 67, of Warsaw, formerly of Richmond, passed away October 12, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie G. Wood; son, J. William Barbee III and his wife, Georgia; daughter, Jennifer Ann Barbee; sister, Julia Barbee Crothers and husband, Jim, of Rising Sun, Md.; sister, Sara Barbee Phelps and husband, Ronnie; grandchildren, Forrest Weber, Kayleigh Barbee, Devin Barbee, Sydney Barbee; nephews, Taylor Crothers, Alex Crothers and Andrew Phelps. The family will receive… BARTON, Franklin D. "Frank," 76, of Wytheville, Va., died Saturday, October 11, 2008. Funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va. Margaret L. Bass VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret L. Bass, 88, passed away Oct. 12, 2008. She was formerly of Richmond. Margaret was predeceased in death by her husband, Leo Bass. She is survived by two sons, H. Ray Curry of Virginia Beach and Fort Myers, Fla., and Stephen F. Curry of Clearwater, Fla.; four grandchildren, Jeff Curry of Virginia Beach, Jill Curry of Williamsburg, Joe and Don Curry of Clearwater; one great-granddaughter, Marina of Williamsburg. She also had two stepchildren, Patricia Bass Matous of… BASS, Margaret L., 88, passed away October 12, 2008. She was formerly of Richmond, Va. Margaret was predeceased in death by her husband, Leo Bass. She is survived by two sons, H. Ray Curry of Virginia Beach and Ft. Myers, Fla., and Stephen F. Curry of Clearwater, Fla.; four grandchildren, Jeff Curry of Virginia Beach, Jill Curry of Williamsburg, Joe and Don Curry of Clearwater, Fla.; one great-granddaughter, Marina of Williamsburg. She also had two stepchildren, Patricia Bass Matous of Roswell, Ga., and… Johnnie W. Benson Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Johnnie William Benson Sr., 77, of the 2900 block of Scotia Drive, passed away Oct. 8, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2008, in the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home, Salem, Va. will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel. John Booth Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - John Booth Jr., 74, of the 3700 block of Kings Point Circle, passed away Oct. 10, 2008, in his home. He was retired from the U.S. Army. He was a chairman of the Deacon Board for 17 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary Booth; his children, John, Keith, Shavel and Latasha; a god daughter, Kacey Benning; seven grandchildren; and a host of other relatives a friends. A funeral will be held Thursday at noon in Morning Star Baptist Church, 4780 First Court Road, Virginia Beach.… BROACH, Lillian Locks, age 89, of Bracey, Va., died on Sunday, October 12, 2008. She was born in Richmond, Va., the daughter of the late Ernest and Nellie Short Locks. Mrs. Broach was also preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland A. Broach. She is survived by her daughters, Betty B. Barker and husband, Robert, of Chester, Patricia B. Lewis and husband, David, of Bracey, Va., and Carolyn B. Johnson and husband, Jim, of Goochland, Va.; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; one brother, Marvin Locks and… During this time of sorrow we have learned how much our family and friends really mean to us. Thank you so much for your kindness, sympathy, support and donations at a time when it was deeply appreciated. We also would like to thank the officers and rescue personnel that responded to help Dale. We know that Dale is no longer in pain and suffering and that he has found perfect peace with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. John 3:16, The Family of Dale Browning BYARS, Kevin A. "Breadman," of Richmond, entered eternal life October 9, 2008. Left cherishing his memories are his devoted wife, Carmen Byars; two sons, Rodney Cherry (Tiera) and Kevin M. Byars; three daughters, Antonesh Byars, Marlo Cherry and Nicole Richardson; two grandchildren; one brother, Linwood Byars; four sisters, Carole Byars, Diane Louvierre, Karen Branch (his twin), Gale Connor (Milton); and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Homegoing services will be held… s will be held at Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home in Loveland, Ohio, at 2 p.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Emphysema Foundation, 128 East Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851., Charities Alice Mae Boyle Carroll, 86, of Roanoke, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Princess Anne Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum, 1110 N. Great Neck Road. Repass to follow at 2468 Laurel Cove Drive, Virginia Beach., Charities COCHRAN, James Robert Sr., 60, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 12, 2008. He was predeceased by his wife, Luellen. He is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Charlu and Richard Wade of Richmond, Shana Gonzales of Phoenix, Ariz.; sons, James Jr., Eric Cochran, and Shane Swindell of Richmond; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Ron Benton of Richmond; brother and sister-in-law, William and Gwyn Cochran of Richmond; 17 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces… s will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home Chapel, Gretna, Va. Herma Gould Darrow VIRGINIA BEACH - Herma Gould Darrow passed away Oct. 6, 2008, surrounded by her four loving daughters after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born Jan. 7, 1937, to William and Ethel Gould of Trenton, N.J. Herma realized her special gift was in psychiatric nursing. She completed a Masters of Nursing from Trenton State College in 1991 and became a clinical nurse specialist in adult psychiatry and mental health. She retired from the City of Virginia Beach, Magic Hollow, as a mental… Dell S. Davenport CRESWELL - Dell S. Davenport, 87, died Oct. 12, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Maitland Funeral Home Chapel. s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Roy Law will officiate. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Oct 14, 2008 The funeral for Donald “Donnie” Cabel Lawrence, 43, of Perdue Street, Martinsville, who died Oct. 10, 2008, was held Monday at Norris Funeral Services with the Revs. Carl Keith and Paul Hooker officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Billy Turner, Dennis McBride, Arthur Logan, Steve Purdy, Mike Lawrence, Maynard Lusk, Dewey Whorley, Keith Haskins and Gary Nester. will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Hollywood Cemetery. Wright Funeral Home is in charge. s 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, in the Roanoke chapel of Lotz Funeral Home. DUDLEY, Margie Kent, 83, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 13, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. B. B. and Susie Kent; a son, Mitch Dudley; a sister, Virgie Rea; and a brother-in-law, Bobby Humphrey. She is survived by her daughter, Marcia Aldridge and her husband, Andy; sons, Mike Dudley, Mark Dudley and his wife, Nancy; daughter-in-law, Mary M. Dudley; sisters, Ella Sandridge and her husband, D.W., June Humphrey; brother, John B. Kent; brother-in-law, Junior Rea;… EASTER, Charles Paul, 72, of Amelia, passed away Monday, October 13, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jane Reynolds Easter; a son, Tony Easter and his wife, April; three grand-children, Steven Easter and his wife, Athina, Savannah Rae Easter and Lexi Winters Easter; great-grandson, Ethan Raci Easter; a chosen a daughter, Diane Easter and her husband, Bradley and their sons, Shawn, Josh and Kevin, all of Amelia; three brothers, Casal Easter and his wife, Betty of Amelia, Joseph Easter and his… Oct 14, 2008 Edward “Ed” Gray, 74, of Durham, N.C., and formerly of Martinsville, died Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at Durham Regional Hospital. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory is handling arrangements. FORD, Aubrey J., 80, of Mineral, Va., died Sunday, October 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Beulah R. Ford; and is survived by his wife, Margaret Ford; his sons, Jimmy Ford and wife, Cheryl, Billy Ford and wife, Donna Gay; his daughter, Pam Richardson and husband, Fred; his grandchildren, Erin and Jason Ford, Leigh Ann Ford, Joni Brooks and husband, John, Donnie Sharpe and wife, Tracy, Noel Richardson and wife, Sheena, and Hannah Richardson; his great-grandchildren, Hannum, Caleb and… will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Ernest L. Trueblood. Arrangements are under the direction of Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities Mae Lizzie Gilbert, 80, of Bassett, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by CollinsMcKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett, Va. GILES, Bernard Jr., of 7501 Seminary Ave., Richmond, departed this life October 11, 2008. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B Street, Ashland. See obituary in tomorrow's newspaper. fedabneyfuneralhome.com s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Christ Episcopal Church with the Rev. Jackson Hershbell officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Christ Episcopal Church, 2246 Walnut Ave., Buena Vista, Va. 24416 or Buena Vista First Aid, P.O. Box 668, Buena Vista, Va. 24416. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va. Hattie B. Goode RICH SQUARE - Hattie Belle Goode, 89, of the 200 block of Lincoln Park, died Oct. 10, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in Holy Prayer Room Church. Wilder's Funeral Home is in charge. Edward (Ed) Gray, 74, of Durham, N.C., and formerly of Martinsville, Va., died on Sunday, October 12, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc., Martinsville, Va. Inita C. Griffin NORFOLK - Inita C. Griffin, 64, entered into eternal rest Oct. 9, 2008. She was born Dec. 17, 1943, to the late Elizabeth and James A. Bullock Sr. in Norfolk. She was predeceased by her husband, Roland "Jeep" Griffin. Inita was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Norfolk. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Kenneth R. Bullock; her brother, James A. Bullock Jr. (Barbara); grandson, Kenny Jr.; daughter-in-law, Ronda Henley; and a host of other relatives and friends. A… Rosemary W. Hall, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. at 757 Meade Lane, Virginia Beach. Condolences may be made to the family at, Charities Harding, Frances Beatrice Kidd HARDING, Frances Beatrice Kidd, 81, of Lovingston Health Care Center, died peacefully at the University of Virginia Medical Center Sunday Morning, October 12, 2008. Born June 13, 1927 in Nelson County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Kidd and Virtie Thompson Kidd. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Marion R. Harding; a brother, Joseph A. Kidd; and a sister, Alice Kidd Pierce. Frances was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church and was a great mom and grandmother. She was a… HARMON, Madelynn S., of South Hill and formerly of Meherrin, died October 12, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Beulah and Charles Shockley of Princeton, W.Va., and was predeceased by a sister, Ann Thornton of Princeton; and three brothers, Bobby and Charles Shockley, both of Princeton, and Roy Shockley of Richmond. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle A. Crowder and her husband, Charles, of South Hill; two granddaughters, Nikki Allman and Sterling Crowder; three sisters, Odema Elliot of Richmond,… or funeral at the time of his passing. He is survived by his wife, Josephine Savage Harris; three sons, Larry Alan Harris Sr., married to Carolyn Land Harris, Scott Reid Harris, married to Nancy Jane Harris and William Kenneth Harris; four grandchildren, Sean, Bryce, Hunter and William Kenneth II; and one great-grandchild, Breyona., Charities 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Roanoke chapel of Lotz Funeral Home. will be held at Christ Episcopal Church on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at 11 a.m. followed by internment at Sherwood Memorial Park, in Salem, Va. The family requests that memorials be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Road, Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. s will be held 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, from the Bradley's Funeral Chapel in Chilhowie, Va. Edward (Paul) Huff, 84, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday October 11, 2008. Graveside Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at 1 p.m. at Glade Creek Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, 540-977-3909. s for Charles Evans "Sonny" Hughes will be held at 3 p.m. today in Olive Branch Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. will be held in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. A funeral will be held in the funeral home's chapel Thursday at 1 p.m. Interment will be held in Calvary Cemetery, Norfolk. Mabel (Snook) Isola, 89, of Peterstown, W.Va., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va. s 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at First United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory. ELLIS, The Honorable Andrew Jackson Jr. "Jack", 78, of Broomfield Farm, Beaverdam, Va., passed away Sunday, October 12, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dorothy Lichliter Ellis; his three children, Elizabeth Ellis Attkisson and husband, John Henry, Andrew "Ace" Ellis and wife, Kelly, and William "Bill" Ellis; six grandchildren, Erin Cobb and husband, Phillip, Ross Attkisson, Brent Attkisson, Carter Ellis, Kate Ellis, and Ann Claiborne Ellis; two… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) Oct 14, 2008 John Thomas Oliver, 84, of 1033 College Drive, Martinsville, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at his home. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory is handling arrangements. . Friends may call on Wednesday afternoon, October 15, 2008, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. s for Cynthia Denise Kellam will be held at 1 p.m. today in Olive Branch Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. KIDD , Mary Lucy "Aunt Mary," as she was affectionately called by her immediate family, died October 13, 2008 following a brief illness. She was born in Richmond, July 27, 1913 to Robert and Lucy Kidd. She attended Richmond Normal School preparing for a career in teaching, but turned instead to the business world, working all her adult life at Thalhimers Department Store, most of the time as Executive Secretary. She was bigger than life itself for those who loved her. While she never married, or… s 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Mullins Funeral Home, Radford, Va. Beatrice, . Friends may call on Thursday afternoon, October 16, 2008, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. Oct 14, 2008 Lisa Jayne Frith, 47, died Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at Blue Ridge Manor. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Edward Frith and Libby Wagoner Frith; and a brother, Roy Edward “Eddie” Frith Jr. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Roselawn Funeral Home will announce arrangements. Memorial gifts may be made to the Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County, P.O. Box 3902, Martinsville, Va. 24115. will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Fitchett Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Condolences can be offered to the family at, . Danielle M. Fitchett, funeral director., Charities s will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home Chapel, Gretna, Va. Oct 14, 2008 Mae Lizzie Gilbert, 80, of Bassett, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at her home. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett Chapel, is handling arrangements. In Loving Memory of Fanny A. MARTIN December 15, 1923 October 14, 2006, It has been two years since you left us., Mama, we still love and, miss you very much, Robert, Bean, Cookie, Nicka and Keith, Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren MARTIN, Ruth Tucker, 80, of Richmond, passed away October 13, 2008. She was born in Hertford, N.C., April 5, 1928, and was the daughter of the late William and Addie Tucker. A resident of Richmond for 48 years, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Rufus Martin; her sister, Anne T. Winterringer, of Fort Worth, Texas; brother, William "Billy" Tucker, of Hertford, N.C. She is survived by her four children, J. Tucker Martin, Paul T. Martin and his wife, Cheryl, Beverly M. Burgess and her… MASLOFF, Mary Faber, of Charlottesville, left this life to be with the Lord on October 12, 2008. Mrs. Masloff is survived by her husband of 50 years, Dr. James I. Masloff of Charlottesville; a daughter, Emily Masloff of Richmond, Va.; three sons, Jim Masloff and his wife, Eva, of Charlottesville, Jack Masloff and his wife, Kathy, of Charlottesville, and Peter Masloff of Fredericksburg; and four grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008 in the First Baptist… Maxey, Jason (Featured Guest Book) .com will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008,in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel, Blacksburg, Va. David Lee Meacham, 66, of Roanoke County, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2008. Services at noon Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Avenue, 540-989-3131. s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Sebert Rorrer officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fairlawn Fire Department, 7358 Peppers Ferry Blvd., Fairlawn, Va. 24141 or the Newport Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 144, Newport, Va. 24128. Friends may call anytime after noon on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, and the family will receive friends from 5 to 8… In Loving Memory of Michael H. MILLS October 14, 1969 July 18, 2004, We want to wish you a happy birthday and let you know how much you are loved and missed., All our love always,, Dad and Mom, Grandparents, family & friends MOHR, William Frederick, 82, of Richmond, died Friday, October 10, 2008. He was the son of the late Charles and Mabel Mohr. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, June Miller Mohr; and his sisters, Betty Holder and Ann Daniel. Surviving are his wife, Patricia O. Mohr; daughters, Mary Beth Ladd and husband, Roger, of Marshfield Mass., Catherine Wilt and husband, David, of Richmond; son, Tom Mohr and wife, Cindy, of Roanoke; stepson, Jason Cottrell of Richmond; two sisters, Clara Margaret Kotch of… Morley, Margaret T. Hanf Haupt will be held at a later date. The Pape Funeral Home is assisting the family. Margaret was born in Hawley, Pa., on January 7, 1922, the daughter of Erich Paul and Margrete Burkhardt Hanf. She graduated from Hawley High School in 1940. Margaret married Harold Haupt in 1940 in Hawley. Harold was killed in action during the Battle of the Bulge on Christmas Eve. Margaret later married Leland Morley on August 23, 1947, in New York. Margaret was the library secretary for Chenango Forks Central Schools in Chenango… Jerry C. Morris AULANDER � Jerry C. Morris, 81, of the 100 block of Ray Farmer Road, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Garrett Funeral Home-Ashley Chapel, Ahoskie. will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Sheri M. Moseley, 33, of Vinton, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Lucille L. Murray, 70, of Roanoke, Va., died on Sunday, October 12, 2008 after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, James Murray; son and daughter-inlaw, James and Denice Murray; son and daughter-in-law, Earl Murray and Sherie Murray; daughter and son-in-law, Jackie and Phil Boyd; and grandchildren, Kenneth Murray, Brooke Murray, Keli Murray, Michael Boyd, Katie Boyd, Robert Pearson, Billy Landolfi, Kristina Landolfi and Mariah Murray. A private family gathering will be held.… 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at the Pigg River Community Center. Arrangement by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va. Oct 14, 2008 Nadine Kitt Foddrell of Accokeer, Md., formerly of Bassett, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at Washington Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Surviving are three sisters, Ann Brown of New York, N.Y., Lillian Webb of Bronx, N.Y., and Barbara Burnette of Fort Washington, Md.; and three brothers, Kareem Shareef of Stormville, N.Y., Walter Fordell of Converse, Texas, and Thomas Edward Fordell of Henderson, N.C. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at From The Heart Ministries Church in Temple Hill,… John Thomas Oliver, 84, of Martinsville, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, Va. Frances W. Owings VIRGINIA BEACH - Frances W. Owings, 91, of the 3100 block of Shore Drive, passed away Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at a local hospital. Born in Newberry, S.C., to the late Clarence and Ann Wertz, Frances was a retired teacher with Norfolk Public Schools where she taught for 30 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and the Fidelis Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa. Frances was the widow of James A. Owings and is survived by two daughters, Ann Owings Farr and husband Roger of… Elizabeth Ann Parrish EDENTON - Elizabeth Ann Boyce Parrish, 75, of the 400 block of Old Hertford Road, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, in Chowan Hospital. Born in Gates County, she was the daughter of the late Herman David Sr. and Eunice Baines Boyce. A homemaker, she was a member of Edenton Baptist Church, the Laura Harrell Sunday School Class, the Lottie Moon Circle of the WMU, a 50-year member of the Enterprise Extension Homemakers Club, and had served in many capacities with both the Chowan County ECA… was held in the Peele Family Cemetery, Hatteras, Oct. 13 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Carl Agee and Dwight Burrus officiating. Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, assisted the family. Visit, .to sign the online register., Charities s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, Roanoke. The Rev. Roy Law will officiate. Interment will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Eileen Moore Petersen BEDFORD - Eileen Moore Petersen, 70, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008. She was born in Norfolk to the late Louis Girlard and Irene Vitra Moore. Eileen was also preceded in death by her brother, Willie Girlard Moore. Surviving are her husband, Raymond "Pete" Petersen; sons, Cale Allen Dikeman, Raymond Rodney Petersen of Richmond, Michael Petersen of Roanoke, Nickolas Petersen and wife Carol of Goodview; daughters, Virginia Petersen Ruff and husband Paul of Damascus, Md., and… . He served four years in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Hunter Army Air Force Base in Savannah, Ga. He also was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. He was predeceased by his wife, Miriam M. Pinkin. He is survived by his daughter, Tracey Pinkin; three sisters, Vera Smith, Gladys Smith and Joyce Smith; brother, Vincent Smith; and nieces and nephews. A memorial servcie will be held Thursday at 7 p.m. in Graves Funeral Home, 1631 Church St., Norfolk, VA 23504. Florence Ellen LaRue Poe, 85, of Pulaski, Va., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. POWELL, Margie Dickerson, 65, of Keysville, entered into eternal rest on October 13, 2008. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Carlton E. Powell; a son, Kenneth Powell and wife, Renae; a daughter, Cynthia Powell Mason and husband, Alan; four grandchildren, Katelyn Powell, Ryan, Jonathan, and Evan Mason, all of Keysville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hansford and Grace Dickerson; a brother, Charles Dickerson; and a twin sister, Margaret Dickerson Adams. Margie was a dear friend to… POWERS, Elizabeth H. "Betty," of Highland Springs, Va., departed this life October 8, 2008 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Walter Powers Sr.; two sons, William (Doug) Powers and Walter (Larry) Powers Jr.; a daughter, Pamela Moreira; and two grandchildren, Ashley and Michael Sites. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, from the Draper's Valley Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Preston Sartelle and the Rev. Bob Davis officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visiting will be held Wednesday evening, October 15, 2008, at Stevens Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorials be made to the Draper's Valley Presbyterian Church or to the Hospital Hospitality House, 612 E.… s 2 p.m. Tuesday from Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with her Pastor, Mark Washington officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Raymond G. Rios II CHESAPEAKE - On Oct. 10, 2008, Raymond George Rios II died at his home in Chesapeake. He was 50. He is survived by his wife, Fritzie Rios of Chesapeake; his sons, Raymond George Rios III and his wife Jennifer of Skipperville, Ala., and Timothy Gabriel Rios, his wife Leslie and daughter, Savannah of Skipperville; his daughters, Sarah Kay Rios and Priscilla Tori Lenea Rios of Skipperville; his sister, Susanna Branon of West Palm Beach, Fla.; and his sister, Ramona Rios of Austin, Texas. He… ROBERTSON, Gladys W., died on Saturday, October 11, 2008. Gladys was born March 30, 1919. She was preceded in death by her husband, George S. Robertson; and her parents, Sherman and Eva White. She is survived by three sisters, Janet C. Hubbard of Chesterfield, Va., Jean Babcock of New York and Joan Adams of Damascus, Va.; her brothers-in-law, Joseph W. Hubbard and Buster Robertson; two sisters-in-law, Louise Throckmorton and Elizabeth Robertson; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Her remains rest at… ROGERS, Betty Jean Boyd, of Richmond, departed this life October 12, 2008. Remains rest at the Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. James J. Ross VIRGINIA BEACH - James J. Ross, 69, of the 1400 block of Peony Arch, passed away Oct. 10, 2008. A funeral will be held at noon Wednesday in Upper Room Church on the Rock COGIC. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and visitation today from 6 to 8 p.m. in Beach Funeral Services Inc., 4456 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director. RUSSELL, George Woodrow Jr., age 70, a native of Richmond, Va., and a resident of Bogalusa, La., passed away on October 7, 2008 at Lakeview Regional Medical Center in Covington, La. He graduated from John Marshall High School in 1956. He traveled to Louisiana with Tidewater Construction Co. in 1962 and made his home in Bogalusa, La. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and served aboard the USS Loeser. He was preceded in death by his parents, George W. Sr. and Mary Louis Bishop Russell. He is survived by his wife,… s are private with Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Harrell & Hill Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements., Charities celebrating Harold's life 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, graveside at Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home. Sharon Marie Slusher, 61, of Bedford, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory. will be held Saturday at noon in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. Online condolences may be made at, Charities s will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel, Buena Vista, Va. SPEAS, Theresa Gail, 48, of Cartersville, Va., died October 12, 2008. Preceded in death by her parents, Raymond "Deckie" and Frances "Joan" Speas, she is survived by one brother, Monte (Pat) Speas of Yorktown; and three sisters, Lynn (Paul) Rice of Cartersville, Debbie (Daryl) Partusch of Fluvanna and Susan (Chico) Dyett of Richmond; her grandmother, Virginia Shores; and her loving nieces and nephews. Remains rest at Norman Funeral Home, Goochland, Va., where family will receive friends… Spradlin, Ronald Douglas (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Ronald Douglas SPRADLIN 11-21-46 10-14-05, Gone from our presence., Painfully missed., But forever in our hearts., Remembering you with Love on your third anniversary in Heaven., Robert, Melissa,, Landon, Kendall Mrs. Melody S. Stovall, 55, of Salem, Va., transitioned from this life on Friday, October 10, 2008, at home in the presence of her family. She was born in Salem, Va., on November 7, 1952, to the late Joshua and Mildred Stewart. She graduated from Andrew Lewis in 1970 and attended Hampton Institute (University) where she received her B.S. in marketing in 1974. Melody was the first executive director at The Harrison Museum of African American Culture. For the past 10 years she was the self-sufficiency… In Loving Memory of Michael "Man" TAYLOR You're livin' high in the sky, Love and miss you, Big Curt, P.S. Love and miss you, too,, my little Wendy THOMPSON, Edna Osborne, 87, passed away on October 13, 2008 at Halifax Community Hospital in South Boston, Va. She was the wife of the late Floyd Guy Thompson. She is survived by two brothers, Raleigh E. Osborne and wife, Myrtle, of Wylliesburg, Va., and James Garland Osborne and wife, Lillian, of Wylliesburg, Va. She was predeceased by two brothers, Willie Osborne and Charlie Osborne of Saxe; and one sister, Mable O. Bowie of Richmond, Va. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Osborne of Saxe… TREASH, Sylvia McKeehan, 95, of Richmond, Va., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Bessie Clark and Henry Jackson McKeehan. She was preceded in death by her sons, Norman Eugene and Gordon Spencer; and her husband, Gerald Dean. Surviving are four grandchildren, Martin (Tara) Treash of Ontario, Andrew Treash of Toronto, Kathy Treash (Andrew Black) of Sackville, New Brunswick, Susan Treash (Matt Nogueira) of Somerset, Mass.; and five great-grandchildren, Brianne, Janelle,… Elizabeth L. Trollinger COLUMBIA, Md. - Elizabeth L. Trollinger, 84, passed away from cancer at home in Columbia, Md., Oct. 6, 2008. She was born in Norfolk. She was a circulation supervisor for Howard County Library in Columbia and retired in November of 1987. She received her AA degree from the Norfolk division of The College of William and Mary and attended the Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville for two years. She was a member of the Columbia Baptist Fellowship, a volunteer chaplaincy associate and… TUNSTALL, George Herbert, 78, of Richmond, retired local carpenter, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 57 years, Kathryn T. Tunstall; two sons, Alvin and Herbert; three daughters, Carolyn, Vivian and Virginia; three sisters, Violet, Barbara and Betty Jo; 14 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was an avid fisherman and will be greatly missed. The family will receive… Earl Franklin Funk Earl Franklin Funk, 49, of 231 Orchard Road, Staunton, was found Saturday, October 11, 2008, in the Shenandoah National Park following a two week search. He was born August 28, 1959, in Augusta County, a son of Janice (Scrogham) Funk of Staunton and the late Robert Earl Funk. Mr. Funk was a carpenter. He was a member of Greenville Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, family members include a sister and brother-in-law, Kathryn (Funk) and Scott Miller of Mt. Sidney; two brothers and a… James L. Wheatley BRACEY - James Larry Wheatley, 67, died Oct. 12, 2008. He was a retired Navy master chief and is survived by his wife, Rebecca F. Wheatley; two daughters, Tammy Fowler of Nashville, Tenn., and Lisa Ward of Chester; two sons, James L. Wheatley Jr. of Walkersville, Md., and Timothy A. Wheatley of Peru, Ind.; a brother, Billy Jack Wheatley of Ashland, Ky.; a stepbrother, Clarence Wheatley of Nitro, W.Va.; and six grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted at 7 p.m. today in Crowder-… WILLIAMS, Ms. Erica Renee, age 21, of Henrico County, departed this life October 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles Smith, Mary Williams and Ernest and Charlotte Stuart. She is survived by her mother, Theresa Williams; father, Jerry Williams Sr. (Marilyn); sisters, Nicole Williams Byrdsong (James) and Monica Williams; brother, Jerry Williams Jr.; stepsister, Kiara Brown; uncles, Jesse and David Stuart; nephews, Marquis and Justin Byrdsong, Kevin, Miles and Nicholas Williams;… .com. The Wolfe family is being served by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. in Rose Hall. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Boy Scout Troop 111 or the Building Goodness Foundation, both of Charlottesville. A family member can provide specifics., Charities s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, from the Rocky Mount First Church of the Brethren with the Rev. John Collins officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Church Cemetery. His family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. MOHR, William Frederick, 82, of Richmond, died Friday, October 10, 2008. He was the son of the late Charles and Mabel Mohr. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, June Miller Mohr; and his sisters, Betty Holder and Ann Daniel. Surviving are his wife, Patricia O. Mohr; daughters, Mary Beth Ladd and husband, Roger, of Marshfield Mass., Catherine Wilt and husband, David, of Richmond; son, Tom Mohr and wife, Cindy, of Roanoke; stepson, Jason Cottrell of Richmond; two sisters, Clara Margaret Kotch of… Morley, Margaret T. Hanf Haupt will be held at a later date. The Pape Funeral Home is assisting the family. Margaret was born in Hawley, Pa., on January 7, 1922, the daughter of Erich Paul and Margrete Burkhardt Hanf. She graduated from Hawley High School in 1940. Margaret married Harold Haupt in 1940 in Hawley. Harold was killed in action during the Battle of the Bulge on Christmas Eve. Margaret later married Leland Morley on August 23, 1947, in New York. Margaret was the library secretary for Chenango Forks Central Schools in Chenango… Jerry C. Morris AULANDER � Jerry C. Morris, 81, of the 100 block of Ray Farmer Road, died Oct. 13, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Garrett Funeral Home-Ashley Chapel, Ahoskie. will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Sheri M. Moseley, 33, of Vinton, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Lucille L. Murray, 70, of Roanoke, Va., died on Sunday, October 12, 2008 after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, James Murray; son and daughter-inlaw, James and Denice Murray; son and daughter-in-law, Earl Murray and Sherie Murray; daughter and son-in-law, Jackie and Phil Boyd; and grandchildren, Kenneth Murray, Brooke Murray, Keli Murray, Michael Boyd, Katie Boyd, Robert Pearson, Billy Landolfi, Kristina Landolfi and Mariah Murray. A private family gathering will be held.… 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at the Pigg River Community Center. Arrangement by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va. Oct 14, 2008 Nadine Kitt Foddrell of Accokeer, Md., formerly of Bassett, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at Washington Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Surviving are three sisters, Ann Brown of New York, N.Y., Lillian Webb of Bronx, N.Y., and Barbara Burnette of Fort Washington, Md.; and three brothers, Kareem Shareef of Stormville, N.Y., Walter Fordell of Converse, Texas, and Thomas Edward Fordell of Henderson, N.C. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at From The Heart Ministries Church in Temple Hill,… John Thomas Oliver, 84, of Martinsville, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, Va. Frances W. Owings VIRGINIA BEACH - Frances W. Owings, 91, of the 3100 block of Shore Drive, passed away Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at a local hospital. Born in Newberry, S.C., to the late Clarence and Ann Wertz, Frances was a retired teacher with Norfolk Public Schools where she taught for 30 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and the Fidelis Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa. Frances was the widow of James A. Owings and is survived by two daughters, Ann Owings Farr and husband Roger of… Elizabeth Ann Parrish EDENTON - Elizabeth Ann Boyce Parrish, 75, of the 400 block of Old Hertford Road, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, in Chowan Hospital. Born in Gates County, she was the daughter of the late Herman David Sr. and Eunice Baines Boyce. A homemaker, she was a member of Edenton Baptist Church, the Laura Harrell Sunday School Class, the Lottie Moon Circle of the WMU, a 50-year member of the Enterprise Extension Homemakers Club, and had served in many capacities with both the Chowan County ECA… was held in the Peele Family Cemetery, Hatteras, Oct. 13 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Carl Agee and Dwight Burrus officiating. Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, assisted the family. Visit, .to sign the online register., Charities s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, Roanoke. The Rev. Roy Law will officiate. Interment will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Eileen Moore Petersen BEDFORD - Eileen Moore Petersen, 70, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008. She was born in Norfolk to the late Louis Girlard and Irene Vitra Moore. Eileen was also preceded in death by her brother, Willie Girlard Moore. Surviving are her husband, Raymond "Pete" Petersen; sons, Cale Allen Dikeman, Raymond Rodney Petersen of Richmond, Michael Petersen of Roanoke, Nickolas Petersen and wife Carol of Goodview; daughters, Virginia Petersen Ruff and husband Paul of Damascus, Md., and… . He served four years in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Hunter Army Air Force Base in Savannah, Ga. He also was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. He was predeceased by his wife, Miriam M. Pinkin. He is survived by his daughter, Tracey Pinkin; three sisters, Vera Smith, Gladys Smith and Joyce Smith; brother, Vincent Smith; and nieces and nephews. A memorial servcie will be held Thursday at 7 p.m. in Graves Funeral Home, 1631 Church St., Norfolk, VA 23504. Florence Ellen LaRue Poe, 85, of Pulaski, Va., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va. POWELL, Margie Dickerson, 65, of Keysville, entered into eternal rest on October 13, 2008. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Carlton E. Powell; a son, Kenneth Powell and wife, Renae; a daughter, Cynthia Powell Mason and husband, Alan; four grandchildren, Katelyn Powell, Ryan, Jonathan, and Evan Mason, all of Keysville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hansford and Grace Dickerson; a brother, Charles Dickerson; and a twin sister, Margaret Dickerson Adams. Margie was a dear friend to… POWERS, Elizabeth H. "Betty," of Highland Springs, Va., departed this life October 8, 2008 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Walter Powers Sr.; two sons, William (Doug) Powers and Walter (Larry) Powers Jr.; a daughter, Pamela Moreira; and two grandchildren, Ashley and Michael Sites. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, from the Draper's Valley Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Preston Sartelle and the Rev. Bob Davis officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visiting will be held Wednesday evening, October 15, 2008, at Stevens Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorials be made to the Draper's Valley Presbyterian Church or to the Hospital Hospitality House, 612 E.… s 2 p.m. Tuesday from Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with her Pastor, Mark Washington officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Raymond G. Rios II CHESAPEAKE - On Oct. 10, 2008, Raymond George Rios II died at his home in Chesapeake. He was 50. He is survived by his wife, Fritzie Rios of Chesapeake; his sons, Raymond George Rios III and his wife Jennifer of Skipperville, Ala., and Timothy Gabriel Rios, his wife Leslie and daughter, Savannah of Skipperville; his daughters, Sarah Kay Rios and Priscilla Tori Lenea Rios of Skipperville; his sister, Susanna Branon of West Palm Beach, Fla.; and his sister, Ramona Rios of Austin, Texas. He… ROBERTSON, Gladys W., died on Saturday, October 11, 2008. Gladys was born March 30, 1919. She was preceded in death by her husband, George S. Robertson; and her parents, Sherman and Eva White. She is survived by three sisters, Janet C. Hubbard of Chesterfield, Va., Jean Babcock of New York and Joan Adams of Damascus, Va.; her brothers-in-law, Joseph W. Hubbard and Buster Robertson; two sisters-in-law, Louise Throckmorton and Elizabeth Robertson; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Her remains rest at… ROGERS, Betty Jean Boyd, of Richmond, departed this life October 12, 2008. Remains rest at the Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. James J. Ross VIRGINIA BEACH - James J. Ross, 69, of the 1400 block of Peony Arch, passed away Oct. 10, 2008. A funeral will be held at noon Wednesday in Upper Room Church on the Rock COGIC. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and visitation today from 6 to 8 p.m. in Beach Funeral Services Inc., 4456 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director. RUSSELL, George Woodrow Jr., age 70, a native of Richmond, Va., and a resident of Bogalusa, La., passed away on October 7, 2008 at Lakeview Regional Medical Center in Covington, La. He graduated from John Marshall High School in 1956. He traveled to Louisiana with Tidewater Construction Co. in 1962 and made his home in Bogalusa, La. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and served aboard the USS Loeser. He was preceded in death by his parents, George W. Sr. and Mary Louis Bishop Russell. He is survived by his wife,… s are private with Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Harrell & Hill Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements., Charities celebrating Harold's life 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, graveside at Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home. Sharon Marie Slusher, 61, of Bedford, Va., died on Monday, October 13, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory. will be held Saturday at noon in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. Online condolences may be made at, Charities s will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel, Buena Vista, Va. SPEAS, Theresa Gail, 48, of Cartersville, Va., died October 12, 2008. Preceded in death by her parents, Raymond "Deckie" and Frances "Joan" Speas, she is survived by one brother, Monte (Pat) Speas of Yorktown; and three sisters, Lynn (Paul) Rice of Cartersville, Debbie (Daryl) Partusch of Fluvanna and Susan (Chico) Dyett of Richmond; her grandmother, Virginia Shores; and her loving nieces and nephews. Remains rest at Norman Funeral Home, Goochland, Va., where family will receive friends… Spradlin, Ronald Douglas (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Ronald Douglas SPRADLIN 11-21-46 10-14-05, Gone from our presence., Painfully missed., But forever in our hearts., Remembering you with Love on your third anniversary in Heaven., Robert, Melissa,, Landon, Kendall Mrs. Melody S. Stovall, 55, of Salem, Va., transitioned from this life on Friday, October 10, 2008, at home in the presence of her family. She was born in Salem, Va., on November 7, 1952, to the late Joshua and Mildred Stewart. She graduated from Andrew Lewis in 1970 and attended Hampton Institute (University) where she received her B.S. in marketing in 1974. Melody was the first executive director at The Harrison Museum of African American Culture. For the past 10 years she was the self-sufficiency… In Loving Memory of Michael "Man" TAYLOR You're livin' high in the sky, Love and miss you, Big Curt, P.S. Love and miss you, too,, my little Wendy THOMPSON, Edna Osborne, 87, passed away on October 13, 2008 at Halifax Community Hospital in South Boston, Va. She was the wife of the late Floyd Guy Thompson. She is survived by two brothers, Raleigh E. Osborne and wife, Myrtle, of Wylliesburg, Va., and James Garland Osborne and wife, Lillian, of Wylliesburg, Va. She was predeceased by two brothers, Willie Osborne and Charlie Osborne of Saxe; and one sister, Mable O. Bowie of Richmond, Va. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Osborne of Saxe… TREASH, Sylvia McKeehan, 95, of Richmond, Va., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Bessie Clark and Henry Jackson McKeehan. She was preceded in death by her sons, Norman Eugene and Gordon Spencer; and her husband, Gerald Dean. Surviving are four grandchildren, Martin (Tara) Treash of Ontario, Andrew Treash of Toronto, Kathy Treash (Andrew Black) of Sackville, New Brunswick, Susan Treash (Matt Nogueira) of Somerset, Mass.; and five great-grandchildren, Brianne, Janelle,… Elizabeth L. Trollinger COLUMBIA, Md. - Elizabeth L. Trollinger, 84, passed away from cancer at home in Columbia, Md., Oct. 6, 2008. She was born in Norfolk. She was a circulation supervisor for Howard County Library in Columbia and retired in November of 1987. She received her AA degree from the Norfolk division of The College of William and Mary and attended the Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville for two years. She was a member of the Columbia Baptist Fellowship, a volunteer chaplaincy associate and… TUNSTALL, George Herbert, 78, of Richmond, retired local carpenter, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 57 years, Kathryn T. Tunstall; two sons, Alvin and Herbert; three daughters, Carolyn, Vivian and Virginia; three sisters, Violet, Barbara and Betty Jo; 14 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was an avid fisherman and will be greatly missed. The family will receive… Earl Franklin Funk Earl Franklin Funk, 49, of 231 Orchard Road, Staunton, was found Saturday, October 11, 2008, in the Shenandoah National Park following a two week search. He was born August 28, 1959, in Augusta County, a son of Janice (Scrogham) Funk of Staunton and the late Robert Earl Funk. Mr. Funk was a carpenter. He was a member of Greenville Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, family members include a sister and brother-in-law, Kathryn (Funk) and Scott Miller of Mt. Sidney; two brothers and a… James L. Wheatley BRACEY - James Larry Wheatley, 67, died Oct. 12, 2008. He was a retired Navy master chief and is survived by his wife, Rebecca F. Wheatley; two daughters, Tammy Fowler of Nashville, Tenn., and Lisa Ward of Chester; two sons, James L. Wheatley Jr. of Walkersville, Md., and Timothy A. Wheatley of Peru, Ind.; a brother, Billy Jack Wheatley of Ashland, Ky.; a stepbrother, Clarence Wheatley of Nitro, W.Va.; and six grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted at 7 p.m. today in Crowder-… WILLIAMS, Ms. Erica Renee, age 21, of Henrico County, departed this life October 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles Smith, Mary Williams and Ernest and Charlotte Stuart. She is survived by her mother, Theresa Williams; father, Jerry Williams Sr. (Marilyn); sisters, Nicole Williams Byrdsong (James) and Monica Williams; brother, Jerry Williams Jr.; stepsister, Kiara Brown; uncles, Jesse and David Stuart; nephews, Marquis and Justin Byrdsong, Kevin, Miles and Nicholas Williams;… .com. The Wolfe family is being served by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. in Rose Hall. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Boy Scout Troop 111 or the Building Goodness Foundation, both of Charlottesville. A family member can provide specifics., Charities s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, from the Rocky Mount First Church of the Brethren with the Rev. John Collins officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Church Cemetery. His family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. |
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