| ABRAMS, Edmund "Chuckie," of Ashland, Va., formerly of Pleasanton, Calif., entered eternal rest on October 17, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory two brothers, Leon (Rose) and Howard Abrams Jr. (Peggy); five aunts, Vinetta Taliferro, Joyce Latney, Oda Belle Jenkins, Grace Patterson, and Helen Jones; two uncles, Andrew Jones and Willie Latney; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, one devoted Diane Latney, and other relatives. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington… Oct 24, 2008 Albert A. Kesler Jr., 72, of 231 Hanover Place, Ridgeway, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Oct 24, 2008 Arlene Whitaker, 72, of 803 Joya St., Martinsville, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at her home. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Hairston Funeral Home. will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in Edenton United Methodist Church. Miller Funeral Home is in charge. BALL, Anthony S. "Tony," departed this life October 20, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter S. Ball; and sister, Cheryl D. Ball. He is survived by his mother, Doris I. Ball; three sisters, Barbara Brown, Crystal Jerman and Desirae Ball; brother, Walter A. Ball; and a host of nieces, nephews, many friends, one devoted, Curtis Coleman. Remains rest at Wilson & Associates' Funeral Service, 5008 Nine Mile Rd., where the family will receive friends Friday, October 24, 2008,… will be held today at 1 p.m. in Norview United Methodist Church on Norview Avenue by the Rev. William Joseph Shepherd. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to Norview United Methodist Church in Mickey's name. Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, is handling arrangements. The family would like to thank Sandy Kellner and Christina Belvo of Heartland Hospice for the love and care that was given to Mickey. You may offer condolences to the family at… Cynthia T. Barnes EDENTON - Cynthia Titus Barnes, 50, of the 1300 block of W. Queen St., died Oct. 22, 2008. A celebration of her life will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in First Presbyterian Church. Evans Funerals and Cremations of Edenton is in charge. BEASLEY, Calvin G. "Red," of Bracey, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia "Pat" Johnson Beasley; two daughters, Karen Wilson and husband, Thomas, of Chester and Phyllis J. Beasley of Bracey; a son, Gary Beasley and wife, Cindy, of Chesterfield, six brothers, two sisters, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Services will be held Friday (tonight) at 7 p.m. in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory, with visitation to follow.… Oct 24, 2008 Benjamin C. Winn, 76, of Martinsville, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Blue Ridge Manor in Martinsville. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Oct 24, 2008 Bessie Mae Bowman Sutphin, 78, of Stuart, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at Kindred Hospital in Greensboro, N.C. She was born in Patrick County on Oct. 22, 1930, to Zacariah and Ada Pack Bowman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter; four brothers, Robert Jackson Bowman, William Claude Bowman, R.L. Bowman and Woody Bowman; and a sister, Helen Marie Bowman. Surviving are her husband, Marvin King Sutphin of the home; four sons, William “Bill” Sutphin,… Bickerstaff, William Arthur "Billy" BICKERSTAFF, William Arthur "Billy", passed away October 21, 2008. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Louise Dollard Bickerstaff, his brother, James Bickerstaff Jr. and his sister, Martha Bickerstaff Fulgham. He is survived by five children, William Arthur Bickerstaff Jr., of Richmond, Va., Louise McCallon and her husband, Eddie and their son, James of Fleming Island, Fla., Beverley Pack and her husband, Gary and their children, Dylan and Kori, Susan Rogers and her husband, Bryan… BLAND, Mrs. Ruth Forstner, passed away quietly at her home in Richmond, Va., on Sunday, October 12, 2008. She is survived by one son, Rudolph J. Bland Jr.; and a brother, Albert Forstner. She was a charter member of the Richmond Gem and Mineral Society. A celebration of her life will be held on October 28, 6 to 9 p.m., at Ridge Baptist Church Meeting Hall, 1515 East Ridge Road, Richmond, Va. Please, no flowers. s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Paitsel Funeral Home Chapel, New Castle, Va. at the age of 57 and moved to his cattle farm in Glasgow, Va. He retired again moving to his Florida homes in the late 90's., He also helped resurrect the AARP Chapter in Lexington, Va., as well aided in forming the Chapters in Rockbridge and other surrounding counties while living in Glasgow. He also managed the men's fast pitch softball team from the Virginian Railroad for many years while living in Norfolk, Va., He is survived by his wife, Stella, of Ocala; his daughters, Patsy Smith, of Glasgow,… will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, in the funeral home's chapel. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Bonham family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441. James H. Bracy PORTSMOUTH - James Hobeart "Jimmy" Bracy, 62, of the 500 block of Lunar Drive, Kitty Hawk, N.C., went to be with the Lord Oct. 21, 2008. He was a member of Holy Redeemer by the Sea Catholic Church in Kitty Hawk. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus No. 8759, Masons and Shriners. Jimmy leaves behind his wife of 41 years, Gale Myers Bracy; a son, James Scott Bracy and his wife Megan Trefny Bracy; and a daughter, Lisa Kelly Lewis and her husband Sgt. Larry Christopher Lewis of… Gloria E. Branch VIRGINIA BEACH - Gloria E. Branch, 82, of the 800 block of Lake Edward Drive, died Oct. 21, 2008. The widow of John E. Branch, she is survived by her stepdaughter, Yvonne Snowden; stepson, Travis Branch; and brother, Nathan Harvey. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Antioch Christian Church of Christ by Pastor Arthur Vincent Jr. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Graves Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. BROOKS, Mary Ann, 92, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. She was the widow of Thomas M. Brooks. She is survived by her sons, Thomas G., Emmett B. and Richard L. Brooks; daughter, Pauline Moss; two sisters, one brother, eight grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Friday (today) in Dale Memorial Park. No formal visitation is planned. BROWN, Mrs. Margaret, of Richmond, departed this life October 22, 2008. She is survived by her daughters, Louise Brown and Carol Brown (Timothy); two sons, Alfonso and David Brown; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, among them devoted, Shabrial Brown; one niece, Patrice Jiggetts; cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest a Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 25 at All Saints Apostolic officiating.… will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va. will be held today at 1 p.m. at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens with Dr. Clyde Alderman officiating. Parr Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge. Condolences may be registered online at, Charities will be held in his honor at 11 a.m. Saturday in Agape Ministries, officiated by the Rev. Pete Taylor. The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice for all the time devoted to the care of a man we all loved and will miss dearly. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The or Agape Ministries, Bainbridge Blvd., Chesapeake. will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, by the Rev. Dr. Richard Grice. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the or to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities Ruth Eujane Carwile, 95, of Altavista, Va., died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. Oct 24, 2008 The funeral for the Rev. Charlie Marshall Gravely, 61, of Bassett, who died Oct. 18, 2008, was held Thursday at the Pentecostal Assembly Building. The Rev. James Tinsley officiated. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Leroy Valentine Jr., Eugene Gravely, Marcus Gravely, Allan Hairston, Frank Dandridge, Joshua Payne, Mario Green and James Gravely. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements. William L. Choate PORTSMOUTH - William L. Choate, 87, of the 2500 block of Evergreen Place, died Oct. 22, 2008. A funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Emanuel AME Church. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham Street, is in charge. Ms. Mary A. Clark of 1203 Arlington Road, Hopewell, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 at John Randolph Medical Center. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. You may send condolences to the family on our website; www.blandenterprisesinc.com In Loving Memory of Reda (Granny) CONNER Happy 90th Birthday!, Today is your first birthday, in Heaven., We wish you were here, to share a great big, piece of cake with us,, we know how you loved cake! Not a day goes, by that we do not think about you and how blessed we were to, have had you as our Mother and Grandmother. You will always, be in our hearts., We love and miss you,, Children, Grandchildren Great-Grandchildren Mr. Samuel Cooley, of 2420 Marina Drive, Apt. K, Richmond, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, at his residence. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, now serving from three locations; (804) 732-7841. Please send online condolences to: www.blandenterprisesinc.com. Owen (Tally) Cox, 72, of Goode, Va., died on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va. CULLINAN, John J. Jr., departed this life on October 22, 2008 after a courageous battle with several life- threatening illnesses. Born June 16, 1920 in Richmond, Va., John was the son of John J. and Annie G. Cullinan. This lifelong Richmonder served in the U.S. Army during WWII and fought in France and Belgium. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Margaret Wilson Cullinan. John was a devoted husband, father and brother. He is survived by his son, John J. Cullinan III and wife, Carol; his… CUMBER, Clifton C., entered the glorious gates of heaven to be with the Lord and his wife, Elizabeth H. Cumber, and daughter, Jeanie, on September 25, 2008. He is survived by his daughter, Bevely Powers; grandchildren, Kenneth, Doug, Eric and Kevin Powers, Julie Childress and Shellie Head; and 19 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Sunday, October 26, 2 p.m., at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park. Dr. Michael John Cunningham, 56, of Lexington, Va., died Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Martin Memorial Gardens. Biggs Funeral Home is in charge. s will be held 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at the chapel of Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory. s were held following cremation. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice., Charities DAVIS, Mrs. Mattie, of Richmond, departed this life October 22, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Oct 24, 2008 Doris Jean Purdy Craig, 75, of 60 Windsong Lane, Martinsville, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Bassett on Feb. 27, 1933, to Everett Purdy and Mae Turner Purdy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Randolph Daniel Craig; and a brother, Harold Purdy. She retired from Sara Lee as an inspector. After retiring, she worked for Green Thumb and was last employed at Magna Vista High School. She was a member of Friendly… Leslie Randall Draper, 76, of Hopewell died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 in John Randolph Medical Center. Mr. Draper was born in Martinsville, Va. and had been a long time resident of Hopewell. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He retired at Fort Lee as a M/Sgt with 23 years of service. Following his tenure in the military, he was employed with Firestone Corporation and Virginia Power Company. Mr. Draper was the son of the late Frank L. Draper Sr. and Gladys Parcell… and enjoyed his stories. Drohan was a past president of American Legion Post 60 in Norfolk and a member of the Norfolk Yacht Club. He and his wife Esther took several trips on the Intercoastal Waterway on their trawler the Lady Esther. After he retired from the Navy, he designed and built custom cabinets. Drohan is survived by six children, Pat Machowsky of Falls Church, Cassie Mockenhaupt of Suffolk, Debbie MacDonald and Betty Herman of Norfolk, Terri Camelio of Greenville, N.C., and Paul Drohan, also of… Edna Coffman Duncan, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel. ESTEP, Patricia Grey Rowsey, 55, of Pompano Beach, Fla., passed away suddenly Sunday, October 19, 2008. Patti was born May 23, 1953 in Richmond, Va., and attended Meadowbrook High School. In 1969, Patti moved to Buena Vista, Va., attended Lexington Baptist Church and graduated from Parry McCluer High School in 1971. She later received her LPN from Stonewall Jackson School of Practical Nursing in Lexington, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Lois Rowsey of Buena Vista, Va. Patti is… s at the church. Friends may call on Friday afternoon, October 24, 2008, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family will appreciate your contributions to the Maple Street Baptist Church Building Fund. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. Patrocinio Mendoza Farnell, M.D., of Petersburg, Va., died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008 at Inova Fairfax Hopital in Northern, Va. Dr. Farnell was born on Nov. 14, 1915 in Magalang, Pampanga, Philippine Islands. She was preceded in death by her former husband of 25 years. Lt. Col. (Ret) Eric C. Farnell; both of her parents, Jose Mendoza and Fidela Ordonez Mendoza; her brothers, Libertado, Teodosio, Heraclio, and Nicias Mendoza; her sisters, Emerenciana M. Valencia, Araceli M. Moran, Fidela M. Henson, and… s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Cedric Malone officiating. The interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at HamlarCurtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. FITZGERALD, James O. IV, 62, of Richmond, passed away October 19, 2008, after a long illness. He was the son of the late James O. Fitzgerald III and the late Dorothy McFall Fitzgerald. He was the grandson of the late Dr. James O. Fitzgerald Jr. He is survived by his sister, Judith F. Bridger, her husband, Royce Bridger; and nephew, James B. Bridger of Newport News, Virginia; as well as several cousins, many friends and associates. A memorial service is being held Sunday, October 26, at West Richmond Church… at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guest book at will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in Pineview Cemetery, Rocky Mount, N.C. The family will receive friends in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Sunday from 7 to 8 p.m. The family would like to extend a special thanks to his niece, Jane Simmons, for her care and support over the past week. Mr. Theodore R. Gilliam, of 647 W. Washington St., Apartment 2, Petersburg, Va., died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at VCU/MCV Medical Center, Richmond, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. s will be conducted 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Lotz Salem Chapel with Pastor Jake Huffman officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in Heaven. -Matthew 5:16 Mrs. Elnora Spratley Graves, formerly of Hopewell, departed this life Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, in Silver Springs, Md. She was the daughter of the late John and Elnora Spratley. A native of Hopewell, she attended Carter G. Woodson School. She left Hopewell in the 1960s and relocated to Washington, D.C., where she worked as a private duty nurse's aide until she returned to Hopewell in 1981. She served for many years as deaconess at Holy Trinity Church, Hopewell, and was later named mother of the Holy… will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 25, 2008, at St. John's United Methodist Church, Buena Vista with the Rev. John Choi officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. John's Church, 351 E. 21st St., Buena Vista, Va. 24416. The family would like to thank Berdie Evans and Marian Lineberry for their friendship and loving caregiving to Billy during these last few years of his life. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts… Otis L. Green HAMPTON - Otis L. Green, 74, died Oct. 21, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Gethsemane Baptist Church. Poole's Funeral Home in charge. Mrs. Gertrude Davis Green, the daughter of the late Corean Earp and Charlie Haywood, was born May 6, 1915, in Southampton County, Va. She was preceded in death by her husband, Caleb Green Sr.; one brother, Billie Roy Ellsworth; and four children, Lou Jones, Everlean Jones, Lydia Taylor and John Jasper Green. She was educated in Southampton County Public School system and received her certification as a nursing assistant in Richmond, Va. She was a former member of the Eastern Stars, ABC Gospel Chorus and the… Mr. Joseph Harper Jr., 66, former sheriff of Petersburg, passed away on Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Mr. Harper was the first African-American to be appointed as sheriff of Petersburg City. Sheriff Harper will be greatly missed by the City of Petersburg and many, many friends and loved ones. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, James Harper and Moses Harper. Mr. Harper was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, for over 45 years. Joseph Harper… s were held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, at St. Luke Lutheran Church. Forrest Edwin Harris, of Bowie, Md., died on Oct. 5, 2008. Services were held at the Randall Memorial United Methodist Church, Washington, D.C. on Oct. 9, 2008. Forrest, the son of Mrs. Hester W. Harris and the late Robert P. Harris, was born in Petersburg, Va., on Oct. 8, 1949. He was baptized into membership at First Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. at an early age. Forrest graduated from Petersburg High School in 1967 and from Virginia State College (now known as Virginia State University) in 1971. After… Deacon George Harris, of Petersburg, Va., died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at his residence. The family may be contacted by calling (804) 861-6805. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Carol Parham Hawkins, 93, of Petersburg, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Oct 24, 2008 The funeral for Henry Hoover Strickland, 78, of 1221 Kings Mill Road, Ridgeway, who died Oct. 21, 2008, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at New Bethel Progressive Primitive Baptist Church in Ridgeway. Burial will be in the George A. Strickland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour before the service Saturday. He was born in Madison, N.C., to George and Mary Strickland. His parents preceded him in death. He was a Korean War veteran, retired from Bassett-Walker and a… HENRY, Evelyn T., 93, died peacefully on October 22, 2008. She was born in Bronx, New York on September 23, 1915. She resided most of her adult life in Fort Lee, New Jersey. After the death of her husband of 46 years, William J. Henry, she moved to Richmond, Virginia to be closer to her daughter. She is survived by her sister, Edna McDonald of Dover, N.J.; her two sons, Bill Henry of Yukon, Okla. and Art Henry of River Edge, N.J.; and her daughter, Janet Cogbill. She is also survived by five grandchildren,… s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000. HORROCKS, Billy C., 79, of Glen Allen, passed away at his home October 23, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie J. Horrocks; two sons, Charles Benny and James M. Horrocks; his daughter, Debra Lynn Church; two sisters, Hilda Bolin and Kay Hall; four grandchildren, Charles Benny Jr., Dana Marie, Eric James and Ryan Thomas Horrocks. The family will receive friends 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. Graveside services will be held 12 noon Monday in Westhampton… 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Shenandoah Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel & Crematory, 540-362-1237. Constance R. Ingleton NEW YORK - Constance R. Ingleton, 81, passed away Oct. 15, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. William G. James HERTFORD - William G. James, 90, of the 200 block of E. Grubb St., died Oct. 22, 2008. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Salem Baptist Church. Twiford Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge. time. Condolences may be registered at, Charities Janosko, Wilhemenia Elizabeth "Betty" JANOSKO, Wilhemenia Elizabeth "Betty," of Richmond, Va., widow of Lt. Col. William Emil "Bill" Janosko, peacefully passed on to eternal life Wednesday, October 22, while comfortably resting in her longtime Henrico home. Betty has now joined her husband, Bill; mother and father, Wilhemenia Elizabeth and Richard Fox McDonald; two older sisters, Lucille Laverne and Lenora Haile McDonald; and grandchildren, Molly Wilson Tanner and William Emil Wilson. She is survived by her daughter,… Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) JESSEE, Sara May, died peacefully on October 23, 2008 of Alzheimer's disease. Born on April 15, 1922 in Richmond, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Mary Brown May and Samuel Davidson May of Tazewell, Virginia. Sara was the mother of two Richmond physicians, Dr. Edgar Forrest Jessee Jr. and Dr. Samuel Davidson Jessee, deceased. Survivors include her devoted husband of 63 years, Dr. Edgar Forrest Jessee; two daughters-in-law, Rebecca and Melissa; six grandchildren, Forrest, Lindsay, Sara, Blake,… Edith G. Johnson NEWPORT NEWS - Edith G. Johnson, 91, of the 600 block of South Ave., died Oct. 19, 2008. A funeral will be at noon Saturday in Emmanuel Baptist Church. Poole's Funeral Home is in charge. JOHNSON, Evelyn Reynolds, 89, of Richmond, Va., widow of Hal S. Johnson, M.D., her husband of 66 years, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Evelyn was born in St. Just, Va., on February 12, 1919, and was a 1939 graduate of the MCV School of Nursing. She is survived by her two sons, Hal Stuart Johnson and Christopher R. Johnson, M.D.; her daughter-in-law, Susan H. Robinson; her sister, Eunice Donald; three grandchildren, Molly E. Robinson, Stuart Johnson Jr., and Julie O'Dell. Graveside services… . Friends may sign the guest register book at, . In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, P.O. Box 70938, Richmond VA 23255. Mamma, we will always love you and miss you, and you will continue to live in our hearts. You lived your life on your own terms, and many described you as a "pistol" and a "real character." That you were, and we wouldn't have wanted it any other way! Here's to those sunny days at the Steel Pier and the jetties of… 1 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2008, High Street Baptist Church. Arrangements by Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va. JOHNSON, Robert Stanton, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2008 from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He was 80 years old. He was one seven children born to the late Sarah Cain and Floyd C. Johnson on July 27, 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He served his country proudly as a member of the United States Navy. Mr. Johnson was stationed on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Rendova as an aircraft ordinance man from 1949 to 1952. Following graduation from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Mr. Johnson… s will be today at 3 p.m. in Highland Memorial Gardens, Ahoskie. Massey Funeral Home, Aulander, is in charge. Nathan L. Jordan NORFOLK - Nathan L. Jordan, 33, of the 900 block of Galt St., died suddenly at home Oct. 20, 2008. Nat, as he was known, was born Sept. 15, 1975, graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, Norfolk, in 1993, and was a 2005 graduate of Bryant & Stratton with an associate's degree in business administration. Nat was employed as a floor supervisor with Cox Communication for five years and was a member of Mount Gilead Missionary Baptist Church. He was predeceased by his… Mr. Nathan Joyner, of 53 Slagle Ave., Petersburg, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, now serving from three locations; (804) 732-7841. Please send online condolences to: www.blandenterprisesinc.com. Albert A. Kesler Jr., 72, of Ridgeway, Va., died on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, Va. Mildred Davies Kirkham, 82, of Lynchburg, Va., died Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October, 25, 2008, at Wood Funeral Home in Floyd with Pastor Josh Kilbourne, officiating. Interment in the Jacksonville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Wood Funeral Home in Floyd, Va. LANGHORNE, Mr. John Jasper "Jape", age 88, of Powhatan, Va., departed this life at his residence on Saturday, October 18, 2008. He is survived by his children, Agnes Delores Langhorne, Estelle L. Bailey (George) and Ronald J. Langhorne (Vicki); seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Pearl Smith; one aunt, two uncles, four sisters-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His remains rest at Marian Gray Thomas Funeral Home of Cumberland.… Saturday at the church. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Francis Gay Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake. Memorial contributions may be made to her favorite charities, the First Baptist Church of Norfolk or the Republican National Committee. on Saturday at the funeral home. The Lawrence family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory, Radford, Va. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com Lemon, Mary Estolene Harris Treynor s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Hogan officiating. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, Roanoke. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2008, at Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000. Oct 24, 2008 Lewis R. Turner, 72, of 1405 Cardinal Lane, Martinsville, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was the husband of Susan Draper Turner. Hines Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. Funeral services for Mrs. Rosetta Lewis, of 114 Culpepper Ave., Petersburg, who died on Monday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center, will be conducted at noon Saturday from the harvest International Full Gospel Baptist Church, 1017 W. Washington st., Petersburg; Bishop Mary P. Bonner officiating. The eulogy will be delivered by Dr. Wesley K. MacLaughlin. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the above residence at 11 a.m. The remains will rest at… time at Coulson Church of the Brethren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Coulson Church of the Brethren. A guest book is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va. LOLLO, Frederick Joseph, 61, of Ruther Glen, Va., departed this life on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He is survived by his daughter, Amy Lollo Hurt and her husband, Alan. Amy was her dad's shining star. A truly loved son of Frederick Raymond and Donna Mae Lollo; two sisters, Donna J. Sisson and her husband, Thomas, of Charlotte, N.C. and Sharon Lancaster of Glen Allen; four nieces, Julie R. Robertson and her husband, Robert, Kimberly J. Didra and her husband, David, Kelly A. Wellman and her husband,… LOPEZ, Sarah J., 18, of Mechanicsville, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. She was a loving daughter, sister, and friend, and was attending Old Dominion University. She is survived by her parents, Dina Melton and stepfather, Michael; her father, Victor Lopez and stepmother, Damaris; sisters, Ariana Melton and Sydni Lopez; brother, Noah Lopez; grandparents, Jorge and Dina Cortez, Lucy and Kenny Melton, and Linda Hunsecker; as well as a host of other loving family and many friends. The… In Loving Memory of Brad LYNCH Happy Birthday, October 24th, We love and miss you every day., Love,, Mom, Dad, Scott, Christy, Boone, Family & Friends s will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Huffman Memorial Park. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va. McATEER, Allison, 54, of Fairfax, Va., died Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at Fairfax County Hospital in Fairfax. A native of Richmond, Va., Allison is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Edward J. McAteer; her two children, Marc E. McAteer and Elizabeth Allison Mentz; her parents, John and Sheila McCuin; her brother, Robert R. Olson; and her sister, Judy Heide. The family will receive friends Thursday, October 23, 2008 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd. A Funeral Mass will be… will follow in the funeral home chapel with pastors John Kemper and Eugene Nichols officiating. Interment will be in Olive Branch Cemetery, Portsmouth. Memorial contributions may be made to Loudoun Baptist Temple, 412 Edwards Ferry Rd, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176 or Capital Hospice, 209 Gibson St. NW, Suite 202, Leesburg, VA 20176. Condolences may be offered to the family at, or, Charities the family will gather at the home of Hugh and Amanda McCaul. A Mass of Resurrection will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. Thomas G. Miller officiating. Entombment will follow at St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. McNEIL, Martha Virginia, 87, of Midlothian, passed away on October 21, 2008. She was born in Bluefield, W.Va., on March 22, 1921, to the late Harry Gregory and Myrtle Skeer Broskie. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Frederick Hagen McNeil; her four brothers, Thomas, Harry, Richard and John Broskie; her sister, Mildred Mazza; her son, Ralph Kenton McNeil; and her daughter, Ann Morrell Wade. Survivors include her sons, Frederick Brian and his wife, Joyce (Powell), Richard Craig and his… MEEKINS, Mrs. Rebecca Workman, of Richmond, entered into eternal rest on October 16, 2008 after a brief illness. She was born in Lugoff, S.C. to the late Laney and Martha Fleming. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where the funeral service will be held Saturday, October 25, 2008 at 1 p.m. Rev. Jerry O. Mallory, All Saints Christian Fellowship Church officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery. On Tuesday, October 21, 2008, God welcomed Mr. Weldon Spencer Merchant Sr. into His kingdom. He was born on March 18, 1943, in Clifton Forge, Va., to the late Frank J. and Mattie L. Merchant. Mr. Merchant was educated in the Botetourt County School system, and from there, he joined the United States Army. Mr. Merchant was a highly decorated soldier when he was honorably discharged, receiving the purple heart and the silver star. Mr. Merchant confessed his faith in Christ at an early age. He later joined… MICHAUX, Louis Arthur, 74, died Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at his home in Richmond, Va. He was the beloved husband of Carol Wilson Michaux. Born October 6, 1934 in Richmond, he was the son of the late William W. and Nancy Arthur Michaux, who were determined, in spite of being born with Cerebral Palsy, to give him as normal a childhood as possible. Having a facile and inquisitive mind trapped in an unresponsive body, he eagerly attended St. Christopher's School on an oversized tricycle, known throughout… MICHAUX (continued) love of sports was spawned as a child listening to baseball games on the radio and attending nearly all of the games at St. Christopher's School. It grew in the 1940's when his father took him to see the minor league Richmond Colts at the old Mooers Field. He kept up with major league baseball and could cite the records of practically all the major league players. In his early years, he was a Cleveland fan in the American League, and was for the Giants in the National. Later, the… Midkiff, Imogene Grizzard Cash "Nanny" MIDKIFF, Imogene Grizzard Cash "Nanny," 87, of Emporia, went to be with the Lord on October 22, 2008 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. She was the widow of W. Herman Cash and Floyd W. Midkiff; daughter of the late Lester J. Grizzard and Sallie Taylor Grizzard; and was predeceased by two sisters, Evelyn Harris Grizzard and Eloise Grizzard Tuck. She is survived by two daughters, Ann Cash Crewe and husband, Tommy, and Edith Cash Newsome and husband, John, all of Emporia; two… MINES, Errick S., of Richmond, Va., departed this life October 21, 2008. He is survived by two nephews, James Mines and Thomas Tillman; a host of nieces, great-nieces, and nephews, one devoted, Mason Tillman, and a number of relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 25, 2008, 11 a.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Rd., Richmond, Va. Rev. Lance Watson, pastor, Rev. Maceo Freeman,… MINOR, Mr. Arthur L. Sr., of Richmond, departed this life October 23, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street. Funeral notice later. Jarvis Moody GATES - Jarvis Moody, 72, of the 300 block of Gates School Road, died Oct. 20, 2008. A funeral will be Sunday at 2 p.m. in New Piney Grove Baptist Church. Stallings Funeral Chapel, Gatesville, is in charge. Mullins, Julie Stamer (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Julie Stamper MULLINS 03-17-55 10-24-03, You fought such a good fight, never complained... How? I do not know., God saw the road was getting rough for you. The hills were getting so hard to climb. He gently closed your loving eyes and whispered "Peace be Thine,", We'll never get over losing you, the hardest thing we've had to do is learn to live without you., You were the strong thread that held us all together, you were "The Wind beneath our Wings"., It broke… will be held at his home to honor his life. Allen will be missed by all. McSwain-Evans Funeral Home of Newberry, S.C., is entrusted with the arrangements. . Friends may call on Sunday afternoon, October 26, 2008, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. Oct 24, 2008 A graveside service for Ned Daniel Hairston, 84, of Martinsville, who died Oct. 19, 2008, was held Thursday at Carver Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Charles Whitfield officiating. Pallbearers were Donald Hairston, Kenneth Hairston, Alex Hairston, Jacob Hairston, James Harris and Robert Wilson. .com. The Neff family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612. OAKLEY, Jane Faris, 77, of Emporia, died Thursday, October 23, 2008. She is survived by three sons, Bob Oakley and wife, Victoria, of Richmond, Barry Oakley and wife, Vickie, of Triplet and Tony Oakley and wife, Dee, of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; four grandchildren, Chase Oakley of Lawrenceville, Erica Oakley, Cody Oakley and Logan Oakley, all of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; one brother, Thurston Faris and wife, Jean, of Punta Gorda, Fla.; and two sisters, Bettie Williams and husband, David, of Emporia and Peggy Phelps… s for Ruby Frances Poore Page will be held at 11 a.m. today in Olive Branch Cemetery. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. Julia O. Parker EURE - Julia Odell Parker, 88, of the 400 block of White Oak Road, died Oct. 21, 2008. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in First Baptist Church, Roduco. Stallings Funeral Chapel, Gatesville, is in charge. PATTESON, Bertha Berry, 89, died October 22, 2008. She is survived by two children, Jonathan Patteson of Glen Allen and Bonita P. Bernstein of Alexandria; a sister, Josephine Seay of Richmond; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Graveside funeral will be held Saturday at 12 noon at Dilwyn Town Cemetery. Dunkum Funeral Home, Dilwyn, is in charge of arrangements. Ivey Benjamin Peele Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Ivey Benjamin Peele Jr., 49, passed away Oct. 23, 2008, at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital after a courageous battle with pneumonia. He was born Aug. 25, 1959, in Wilmington, N.C. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivey Benjamin Peele Sr. and Judith C. Williams. He is survived by his brother, Andrew Peele of Springfield, Va.; his sister, Kimberly Phillips of Valrico, Fla.; numerous nephews and family friends. Services will be private. In lieu of… s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, Va. s 7 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Chapel, Lexington, Va. Thelma L. Press ATLANTIC - Thelma Louise Press, 76, died Oct. 20, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in St. John United Methodist Church. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co., Accomac, is in charge. John B. Purdy, 85, of Salem, Va., joined his Heavenly family on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. John was born in Roanoke, graduated from Jefferson High School in 1941, and studied at Virginia Southern College. He served in the United States Navy Seabees in Europe during World War II. John was retired from Shepherd's Auto Supply, where he was Executive Vice President. He served as an officer in the Presbyterian Church, and in later years, became a member of Cave Spring Baptist Church. John was active in the… Bertha L. Quant, 93, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. at Algonquin House, Norfolk. Arrangements for the funeral are provided by H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk. Online condolences may be sent to the family at at Algonquin House, Norfolk. Arrangements for the funeral are provided by H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk. Online condolences may be sent to the family at HDOLIVER.COM. will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Crocker Funeral Home is in charge. Carolyn J. Satterwhite NORFOLK - Carolyn J. Satterwhite of the 7800 block of Ogden Ave., died Oct. 16, 2008. A funeral will be at noon Saturday in Freedom Church of God in Christ. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake, is in charge. noon on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Shiloh Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Maberry Funeral Home with Elder Larry Hollandsworth officiating. Interment will follow at Jacksonville Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Maberry Funeral Home. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.maberryfuneralhome.com Joseph Beverly Shumate Jr., 79, of Pulaski, Va., died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Arrangements by Thomas M. Seagle & Sons, Pulaski, Va. will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Highland Memory Gardens Mausoleum for family and friends. The family will be meeting at the residence of Eddie and Melody Smith, Pulaski, Va. will be held noon on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at the First United Methodist Church, Main Street, Narrows. for family will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, in Hampton National Cemetery. While flowers are lovely, in keeping with Laura's spirit, we suggest a memorial donation to the Fisher House Foundation Inc., 1401 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852,, . This organization provides a "home away from home" which enables families of military members to be close to their loved ones during hospitalization at military or VA hospitals., Charities s will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Pastor Burt Franks officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 25, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home, 540-254-3000. SNIPES, Albert E., age 52, of Henrico, departed this life suddenly on October 18, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earthy A. and Mary Q. Snipes. He is survived by his son, Albert Lamont Snipes (Sophia); six grandchildren; four sisters, Jacquelyn, Gail Snipes, Rosemary S. Barbour (James), and Ruth S. Reavis (Raymond); one brother, David L. Snipes; devoted friends, Sandra Richardson and Fonya Coleman; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services… Coronacion P. Sovida SUFFOLK - Coronacion Padrones Sovida, 82, died Oct. 22, 2008, at her home in Suffolk. Born in the Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Conrado and Roberta Patapat Padrones. She is survived by her husband, Ricardo Sovida; daughters and sons-in-law, Connie and Sergio Bautista of Suffolk and Cora and Alfonso Catbagan of Virginia Beach; sons, Ricaredo Sovida and Rodrigo Sovida, both of the Philippines; grandchildren, Mark Jun Montes, Angelica May Bautista, Angelo Ryan Bautista,… SPARROW, Freddie J., of Richmond, departed this life October 22, 2008. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. s will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Wood Funeral Home in Floyd with the Rev. Richard Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Restvale Cemetery in Copper Hill, Va. A very special Thank You to all of the employees at Skyline Manor Nursing Home for the care and compassion that was shown to Ina. May God Bless You All. Flowers will be appreciated or donation may be made to the Floyd County Rescue Squad. The family will receive friend on Friday, October 24, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wood… SULLIVAN, Kevin Joseph, born May 15, 1950 in Dorcester, Massachusetts to Nora Carney Sullivan and the late Eugene Sullivan, died on October 22, 2008. Sullivan worked at the Federal Reserve Bank, and he was a beloved member of the Bon Air congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. He will be dearly missed by those who survived him, including his mother, Nora Carney Sullivan; his wife, Nevia Faiella Sullivan; four siblings, Thomas, Eugene "Geno", Ellen Joy and Stephen Sullivan; four children, Michael… 1 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2008, Daleville Cemetery. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va. John Thomas Surniak, 86, Blacksburg, Va., died on Thursday, October 23, 2008, at Montgomery Regional Hospital. He was born in Buffington, Pa., on December 7, 1921, to the late Joseph and Anna Sponar Surniak. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Velma L. Surniak; a brother, Edward Surniak; and three sisters, Nora Ellis, Nora Surniak, and Mary Volpe. He was a veteran of the 30th Infantry Division of the United States Army having served in World War II. With his division, he was a member of the D-Day… Sutherland, Brenda Sue (Salyers) s 1 p.m. Saturday at Mary Horner Walker Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Services, Inc. TAYLOR, Jerri Lynn, age 57, of Chester, Va., died on Thursday, October 23, 2008. She was born in Carlisle, Pa., the daughter of James Roney Sr. and Elizabeth Cromleigh Roney. Ms. Taylor was an employee of the Department of Defense with 35 years of service. Her last position was the Commander of Defense Depot, Richmond, Va. She was also a long-standing member of the Federally Employed Women. Ms. Taylor is survived by her daughters, Stephanie Barr and husband, Gary, and Nichole Rines and husband, Earle; five… THORNTON, Catherine, of Richmond, departed this life October 22, 2008. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. THROCKMORTON, Catherine L., of Sandston, Va., passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, George "Buddy" M. Throck-morton. She is further survived by her three children and their families: daughter, Sheila Kagalis and husband, Luis Kagalis; son, George M. Throckmorton Jr. and wife, Carol Throckmorton; daughter, Karen Hill Zekert and husband, Bart Zekert. Catherine lovingly cherished her four grandchildren, Casie Kagalis, Lindsay Kagalis, Lauren Hill and… Jennifer Lynn Johnson STUARTS DRAFT Jennifer Lynn Johnson, 51, of Stuarts Draft died Tuesday night, October 21, 2008, at Augusta Medical Center. She was born July 6, 1958, in Welch, West Virginia, the daughter of Patricia Ann Ross Sadler of Glen Bernie, Mary-land, and the late Russell Junior Thomas. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Shannon Johnson; and a brother, Timmy Ray Thomas. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her devoted husband of 23 years, Jim Johnson;… will be held 7:30 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, from John M. Oakey & Son of Salem, Va. will follow on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Bluefield, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's church or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting kendallfuneralhome.com. Oct 24, 2008 The funeral for Virginia Wagoner Dalton Trent, 75, of Patrick Springs, who died Oct. 21, 2008, was held Thursday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. The Rev. J.R. Shelton officiated. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Darrell Fain, Timmy Fain, Tracey Wagoner, Bill Wyatt, Clark Haden and Eric Fain. s will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Thomas M. Seagle & Sons, Pulaski, Va. s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Dr. Ken Scoggins will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Central Baptist Church with the Rev. Joseph A. Keaton officiating. The interment will be in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. Friends may call for viewing until 4 p.m. at Hamlar-Curtis and viewing will resume at 5 p.m. at the church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Central Baptist Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamlar-Curtis.com. Ms. Matleen "Skeeter" Walker, of Petersburg, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008. She was born on March 17, 1918 in Dinwiddie County, Va. She was the daughter of the late Arthur Walker and Lelia Malone Walker. She accepted Christ at an early age at Olive Branch Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, Va. When she moved to Petersburg, she joined Mount Olivet Baptist Church. She attended school in Dinwiddie and college at Virginia State. Her early career choice was that of cosmetology.… s 11 a.m. Friday, October 24, 2008, at Glenwood Pentecostal Holiness Church. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory. s will be held at 11 a.m. Interment to follow in Oak Grove Cemetery ., Charities WEST, Mrs. Marjorie Jordan, 91, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman L. West Sr. She is survived by her son, Herman L. West Jr. (Doris); two grandsons, Herman L. West III and Thomas E. Edwards III; one great-grandson, Camron D. Edwards; two brothers-in-law, Rev. George West (Mary) and Cornelius West (Inez); a niece, Theresita Austin; and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Marjorie was a well-known beautician in the city of Richmond.… Alan C. White CHESAPEAKE - Alan C. White, 48, died Oct. 21, 2008, in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward B. Sr. and Delorest White and grandmother, Novella Harding. Educated in Chesapeake schools and a graduate of Guilford College in Greensboro, N.C., he was one of the first black Americans to win a distinguished math award. He is listed in the 1982 edition of Who's Who Among African-American Students. Following graduation, he worked for IBM in Durham,… Gracie Parnell White, 85, of Hillsville, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va. WHITESIDE, Edith H. "Nanny," 92, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 23, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Whiteside; and a son, Melvin Ray Whiteside. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Meadows and her husband, James; son, Ralph E. Whiteside and his wife, Nancy; brothers, Ed, Robert and Earl Hawk; sisters, Jean Harris and Mary Pinney; grandchildren, Rhonda Allison, Steve Meadows, Pete Hatcher and Andy Whiteside; great-grandchildren, Ian Allison and… Mary Evelyn Ward Wilkins, 82, of Bedford, Va., and formerly of Suffolk, died on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at her residence. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening, October 24, 2008, at Burch-Messier Funeral Home in Bedford. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360 John Claude (Cloyd) Williams Jr., 87, of Pembroke, Va., went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He enjoyed the happy reflections consequent upon a well-spent life and passed away with the hope of a glorious immortality. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna Louise Atkins Williams, of a 61 year marriage residing at 134 Knob Mountain Road, Pembroke, Va., He was born in Giles County in the community of Hoges Chapel on December 27, 1920, to the late John Claude… WILLIS, Carolyn Glenn, departed this life October 19, 2008. She is survived by her mother, Pearl R. Willis; sister, Mary W. Smith; brother, Harvie G. Willis Jr.; children, Sophia A. Washington (Royal), Charles and Kimerly Willis; and a host of family and friends, one devoted, O'Kelly McWilliams Jr. Remains rest at Wilson & Associates' Funeral Services, 5008 Nine Mile Rd. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 25, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 1200 N. 28th St. Rev. Sylvester… A celebration of life for Mr. James O. Winbush, of Sutherland, Va., will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at the Olive Branch Baptist Church with the pastor, the Rev. Kevin N. Northam, officiating. Burial will commence at the Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Due to recent renovations at the Petesburg Chapel of Johnson Funeral Homes, public viewing will be held on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2008, at the James M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, where the family will also receive… WINCKLER, Kathleen D., of Chesterfield, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at her home. Surviving is her husband of 52 years, J.A.; daughter, Ramona Jacobs (David); and son, Mark (Sharon); and two granddaughters, Ashley and Lindsey Jacobs; and a number of other friends and relatives. Interment will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 25, in Centenary United Methodist Church Cemetery, 11211 Beaver Bridge Rd., Chesterfield, with her memorial service to follow in the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial… Dorothy Dodd Witten, 91, of Roanoke, Va., passed quietly into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, October 16, 2008. Dorothy was born in Roanoke on July 4, 1917. She graduated from Lucy Addison High School and earned a BA degree from Virginia State College and her Masters degree from UVA. She taught math for the Roanoke City School System for over 45 years., Dorothy D. Witten was a lifelong member of the Loudon Avenue Christian Church. She was a founding member of the Beta Chi Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa… Lois Barker Wright, 97, of Madison Heights, Va., died Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. s 11:00 a.m. on Friday at Stonewall Cemetery. Arrangements by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd. Zeis, Margaret Elizabeth (Aitkenhead) will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Rose Hill Burial Park in Akron, Ohio, with the Reverend Christy Ramsey officiating. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com or by mail to the funeral home at 220 Breezewood Drive, Lynchburg, Va. 24502. |
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