| 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. Jayla Namon Alexander, infant daughter of Quantae Alexander and Jennifer Wright, died on Friday, October 24, 2008, in Virginia Baptist Hospital. Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, is in charge of the arrangements. ANDERSON, Leslie, of Aylett, Va., departed this life October 23, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Anderson; daughters, Rose M. Scarborough and Phyllis A. Vessels; six brothers, Audrey, Henry (Viola), Leon (Dorothy), Stuart, Danny (Betty), and Aaron Anderson (Betty); three sisters, Loretta Waller, Marion Lee, and Frances Gwathney (Kermit); three sisters-in-law, Caroline Coleman, Marie Cotton, and Catherleen While; five grandchildren; one foster grandchild, 11 great-grandchildren; and a host of… 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. Dorothy Modlin Baggett AULANDER - Dorothy Modlin Baggett, 86, died Oct. 23, 2008. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Garrett Funeral Home is in charge. time. A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family. will be conducted in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to for pediatric research, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or charity of choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at Geneva W. Battle CHESAPEAKE - Geneva W. Battle, 89, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center after a long illness. Mrs. Battle was born in Tarboro, N.C., on June 15, 1919, and was the daughter of the late David and Mary Etta Wright. She was predeceased by her husband, James Battle Sr.; son, James Battle Jr.; and sisters, Mary Parker, Martha Battle, Georgiana Wilson and Lois Young. From her union with Mr. John R. Tillery, she is survived by a son, Victor E.… Donald Wayne Beckstrom VIRGINIA BEACH - Donald Wayne Beckstrom passed away Oct. 23, 2008, in his home. A funeral will be held in Lynchburg, Va. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel, is handling the local arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities BECK, Frederick John III, 62, of Chesterfield, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2008. He was the son of the late Frederick John Beck Jr. and Violet Wright Duncan. Mr. Beck was a U.S. Army veteran and an active member of the Gill Grove Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Katie Beck; a son and daughter-in-law, Fred and June Beck of Mechanicsville; daughter and son-in-law, Heather and Jason Barrett of Chesterfield; his beloved grandchildren, Courtney, Lauren and Kyle Beck of… 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,… will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Thomas L. Mercer Sr. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities Benjamin H. (Ben) Bolen, 91, of Martinsville, Va., died on Friday, October 24, 2008. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services and Crematory, Martinsville, Va. will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, from the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441. Mrs. Hazel Brooks, of 7 Dorcy Court, Irmo, S.C., died Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, at Palmetto Health Richland Medical Center, Columbia, S.C. 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. BROOKS, Nannie Balderson, 86, of Tappahannock, died Friday, October 24, 2008 in a Richmond Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, Berkley C. Brooks; and her son, R. Wayne Brooks. She was a faithful member of Beale Memorial Baptist Church. One of eight children, she was a daughter of the late James and Annie Skelton Balderson and was the last surviving child. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Betty Ann Brooks of Savannah, Ga.; two granddaughters, Anne Tyler (Mike) McCabe of Lynchburg and… s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Mount Ivy Christian Church with the Rev. Steve Pasley officiating. Interment to follow at Franklin Memorial Park. Friends may call after 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. and at other times at the home of Angela and Jay Rigney, 256 Mount Vernon Road, Axton, Va., and the home of Patsy and Wesley Crowder, 1428 Minter Street, Bedford, Va. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home,… Sadie Olivia Jordan Buck COURTLAND - Sadie Olivia "Miss Sadie" Jordan Buck died Oct. 22, 2008. A life's celebration will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in O'Berry AME Zion Church, Franklin. Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home is in charge. Sylvia Capehart-Paige CHESAPEAKE - Dr. Sylvia D. Capehart-Paige of the 900 block of Page Court was born Oct. 31, 1956, in North Carolina and passed away Oct. 20, 2008. Dr. Capehart-Paige was a member of Trinity Temple Non Denominational Church and worked as a residence counselor at Holiday House in Portsmouth. She was predeceased by her father, Herbert Capehart. Dr. Sylvia D. Capehart-Paige is survived by her loving husband, Henry Paige and her mother, Christeen Capehart. She is also survived by two… Kathleen S. Carpenter NORFOLK - On Oct. 21, 2008, our beloved Kathy passed on to a new beginning. She is survived by her husband, Carl Carpenter; best friend, Phyllis Airth; 12 children; 28 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. She will be truly missed, forever loved and in our hearts. A memorial will be held today between 5 and 9 p.m. at 1801 Arrowwood St., Norfolk, VA 23518. 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. 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 will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in Boykins United Methodist Church with the Rev. Michael Baugham officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Memorials may be made to Boykins Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 347, Boykins, VA 23827 or Boykins United Methodist Church, 32167 S. Main Street, Boykins, VA 23827. Wright Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences may be offered at Woodrow W. Conner Jr. GOLDSBORO - Woodrow W. Conner Jr., 65, died Oct. 24, 2008. A funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Sykes Funeral Service, Rich Square. . In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the , Western Virginia, 4504 Starkey Road, S.W., Suite 115, Roanoke, Va. 24014. The Covey family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com. Melba B. Davis RICHMOND - Melba Benton Davis left this world at home after a brave battle with cancer Oct. 18, 2008. She is survived by her loving son and caregiver, Donald Eugene Davis and her loving pet companion, Duchess. She is also survived by her sisters, Arlene Davis and Lola Stovall; brothers, Graydon Donaldson and Thayne Benton; loving friend, Margie Conor; nieces, Bonnie Pennington and Loree Michaels. Services will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, at 11:30 a.m. in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of… Jessie Dean Delp, 92, of Woodlawn, Va., passed away Friday, October 24, 2008. Family will receive friends Sunday from 1 until 2 p.m. at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home. .com. The Dobbins family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. DONIVAN, Marjorie Ann, 82, of Highland Springs, passed away on October 23. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Donivan. Survivors include her son, Robert L. Jr. of Mechanicsville; daughter, Esther Mahaffey of Providence Forge; two sisters, Lillie Wingfield and Mildred Tyree, both of Richmond; brother, Herman Walton of Glen Allen; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her special friend, Dewey Robertson. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 24, at the… 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… Albert J. Dozier Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Albert J. Dozier Sr., 76, of the 1000 block of Fentress Road, passed away Oct. 22, 2008. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday in New Weeping Mary Missionary Baptist Church. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. 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… will be conducted at noon Monday in Altmeyer Funeral Home, Maestas Chapel, 1801 Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach. To share condolences with the family, please visit, Charities s 1 p.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, at Roselawn Burial Park, Martinsville, Va. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc. & Crematory. 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… 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… FELL, Michael Steven "Fred," 54, of Richmond, originally from New York, went to his cigar store in the sky Tuesday, October 21, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Donna L. Fell; two daughters, Kelly L. Ford and Nicole M. Stoll and her husband, Brian M. Stoll; son, Len Szweda; grandson, Hayden Stoll; brother, Larry Fell and his wife; nephew, Alex Fell; his cockatiel, Joey; pit bull, Brooklyn; devoted friends, Marilyn and Gary Sager; and very close friends, Cassandra Warren, Ansley and Gaven Ogden,… s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. 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. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guest book at Otis Forbes Jr. NEWPORT NEWS - Otis "Kennedy" Forbes Jr., 81, died Oct. 24, 2008. A funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in Hidenwood Presbyterian Church. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge. Bessie Mae Dalton Frazier, 84, of Lynchburg, Va., died on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. Celia M. Carrington Fuller CHESAPEAKE - Celia Mae Carrington Fuller of the 2400 block of Earley St., departed this life at 7:55 a.m. Oct. 22, 2008, in Autumn Care of Great Bridge at the age of 85. She was the daughter of the late John and Ida Sivills Carrington. She was born in Chesapeake (Norfolk County, Virginia) and was one of the oldest members of First Baptist Church West Munden, where she served diligently in its Samaritan Ministry until her health failed. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond… Mr. Theodore R. Gilliam, age 68, of 647 W. Washington St., Apartment 2, Petersburg, Va., departed this life of a sudden illness on Thursday morning, Oct. 23, 2008, at VCU/MCV Medical Center, Richmond, Va. He was a native of Dinwiddie County, and a son of the late Waverly Gilliam and Nellie Jackson Gilliam of Ford, Va. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Eddie O. Gilliam, Herman Gilliam, Leroy Gilliam, William Gilliam, Arthur Gilliam and Clarence Gilliam; and one sister, Gracie Bland. He was a master… . Memorial contributions may be made to the Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department, 15020 Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton, VA 23314. Condolences may be registered at, Charities 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 s will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, . Because of his love for animals, the family would like memorial donations be given to Portsmouth Humane Society, 2704 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23704., Charities GOTSCHALK, George Bright Sr., 78, of Glen Allen, passed from this life October 23, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Felix and Margaret Gotschalk; as well as his brother, Felix "Jake"; and his sister, Peggy Bass. He lived life to the fullest, working for Virginia Power and Electrical Equipment before his retirement and working at the Hollows Golf Course after his retirement. He was formerly the President of Tuckahoe Little League in its early years. He was a member and… GOVE, Mary, 75, of Richmond, passed away Friday, October 24, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, James. She is survived by her sister, Ruth French; and numerous other family members. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday October 26, 2008 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, where a service will be held in the chapel Monday, October 27, 2008 at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be… 11 a.m. Saturday, October 25, 2008, St. John's United Methodist Church, Buena Vista. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista. Gertrude D. Green YALE - Mrs. Gertrude D. Green died Oct. 20, 2008. Momma Gerty leaves to cherish her memory six children, Caleb Jr. (Edith) of Hampton, Melvin T. (Cora) of Havelock, N.C., Larry of Philadelphia, Ronald of Emporia, Helen of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Ann Little of Petersburg; two grandchildren whom she adopted, Claudia "Cookie" Threatt and Winston "Tony" Green; 36 grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; one son-in-law, Emmett Taylor of Drewryville. Services will be held at… Funeral services for Mrs. Gertrude D. Green will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at Morning Star Baptist Church, 14502 Rivers Mill Road, Capron, Va.; the Rev. Earl Thompson, pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. Honorary and active pallbearers will assemble at 1:30 p.m. at the church. The family will assemble at 1 p.m. at 19136 Riverstown Road, Yale, the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (434) 535-9828 or (804) 720-1476. Family members and friends are… HAGEMANN, Anna Elizabeth Jude, 92, of Midlothian, died Thursday, October 23, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Hagemann; her mother and father, Maude and Norman Jude; her brother, Bernard Jude and his wife, Verga. She was retired from Prudential after many years of service. She was a member of St. Luke Episcopal Church. She leaves behind several cousins; a loving and caring caregiver, Betty Hobson; close neighbors and friends, Patsy and Herbert Rudd, Hazel and Ed Marshall; and many… Mrs. Josephine H. Hall, of Petersburg, Va., passed away on Oct. 23, 2008, at the Southside Regional Medical Center following a period of declining health. She was born in Petersburg, Va., to the late Joseph E. Hathaway and Pearl A. Hathaway. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Carl Walker Hall Sr.; two sisters, May H. Gaily and Ruth A. Stewart. She is survived by two children, daughter, Betty Jo Hall Townsend and husband, Charles, of Colonial Heights, Va., and son, Carol Walker Hall Jr.… s will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Emmanuel Wesleyan Church, 402 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, Va. The Rev. N. Michael Ennis will officiate and interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens on Airport Road. The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 25, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Rader Funeral Home, 630 Roanoke Road, Daleville, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825-A Electric Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24018 and The Gideons International,… 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… Dorothy D. Harris GATESVILLE - Dorothy D. Harris, 53, of the 700 block of Hwy. 37 South, died Oct. 22, 2008, at Pitt Memorial Hospital, Greenville. She was predeceased by her mother, Sarah B. Dildy. She is survived by her father, Charile Dildy of Gatesville; her son, Cedrick E. Harris of Suffolk; a brother, Charile Dildy Jr. of Jacksonville, Fla.; and two grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in Lebanon Grove Baptist Church. The Rev. Michael Williams will officiate. The viewing will be held… 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… Nathaniel Hayes Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Nathaniel "Nate" Hayes Jr. of the 5900 block of Buckminister Lane, entered this life Nov. 6, 1967, and departed this life Oct. 21, 2008. Nate was a 1986 graduate of Indian River High School and a 1998 graduate of Johnson and Wales University. At the time of his passing, Nate was the owner/operator of Elite Computer Repair. He served in the U.S. Army and was the former kitchen manager of the Thorougood Comedy Club. Nathaniel was predeceased by his uncles, Joseph… 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… Heslep, Elmer and Zenith (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Wedding Day ~ October 25, 1934 ~ Elmer Franklin 04-26-1910 10-02-1993, Zenith Huffman, 04-15-1912 05-02-1978, HESLEP, Your Loving Family, Alfred, Shirley, Maynard, Joan,, Nine Grandchildren,, & Sixteen Great-Grandchildren Mary Katherine Russell (Kat) Hess, 89, of Salem, Va., passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707. Ms. Hazel Mae Hicks, formerly of 716 Wesley St., Petersburg, Va., was called home to be with the Lord Monday morning, Oct. 20, 2008, at the Hopewell Health Care Center. She was born Aug. 19, 1922, in Littleton, N.C., to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Annie Mae Hicks. Ms. Hicks was educated in the public schools of Petersburg, Va. She was employed for 20 years at Hotel Petersburg from which she also retired. Ms. Hicks was an avid reader especially of spiritual material. She also enjoyed special times in her kitchen… HOLT, Edna Powell, 93, formerly of Johnston County, died Thursday evening, at Henrico Health Care in Highland Springs, Va. She was the daughter of the late Moses Everett and Myrtie Honeycutt Powell. She is the widow of Caspian Sea Holt. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Monday at the Princeton Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Timotheus Holt and wife, Nancy, of Sandston Va., Jonathan Holt and wife, Katie, of Midlothian, Va.; daughters, Nancy Everhart and husband, Stamy, of Lynchburg, Va., Abrunda… 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 Horrocks and his wife, Glenice and James M. Horrocks and his wife, Gayle; his daughter, Debra Lynn Church and her husband, T.C.; 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… HOZA, Alice, of Chester, Va., passed away on October 24, 2008 at the Retreat Hospital in Richmond following a period of declining health. She was born in Wilkinsburg, Pa. to the late Donald and Jane Rambo. She is survived by her husband, Roy Hoza; daughters, Jennifer Hoza and Tammy Cash; and a son, Richard Boyd. Alice was a member of the Thomas Dale High School Band Boosters and will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and friend. The family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, October… 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,… . 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… 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… Jones, Mary Louise "Moma Jones" JONES, Mary Louise "Moma Jones", 66, of Varina, departed this life on October 24, 2008. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. Mr. Nathan Junior Joyner, of Petersburg, has gone home to rest in the arms of his Lord, Jesus Christ, Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at Southside Regional Hospital. He was born July 29, 1939, to the late Aradel Wright Joyner and William Avery Joyner in Franklinton, N.C. At an early age, Nathan became a member of First Baptist Church in Franklinton, N.C., where he was reared for most of his teenage years. He later moved to Durham, N.C., and worked as a police officer. Mr. Joyner relocated to Petersburg where he… will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Calvary Cemetery, Norfolk. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham Street, is in charge. today in 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. s will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Va. 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. Sarah J. Lopez MECHANICSVILLE - Sarah J. Lopez, 18, of Mechanicsville went to be with her Lord Oct. 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 and 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… will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at McKenzie Cemetery. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va. McKenzie, Shirley West Johnson McKENZIE, Mrs. Shirley West Johnson, age 95, formerly of High Point, N.C., passed away on October 23, 2008. She lived a full and happy life and was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her son, John Johnson and wife, Carolyn; daughter, Shirley Crisp and husband, Harold; and daughter-in-law, Gina Johnson. Surviving grandchildren are Jennifer Daly and husband, Kevin, Heath Johnson, Jason Johnson, Alex Johnson, Stephanie Trice and Jill Johnson; great-grandchildren are Morgan, Devon, Kyla, Julian,… Anna Lou Murray McLeod, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008. She and her twin, Alice, were born in Hollins on July 11, 1924, the daughters of the late Gordon and Floella Patterson Murray. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard W. "Mac" McLeod Sr.; sisters, Fay Dove, Ruby Halsey, Ola Hurt, and Lucy Williams; and a brother, Lawrence. She is survived by her four sons and their wives, Richard Jr. and Sandy, of Starkville, Miss., Gordon and Jan, of Roanoke, Neal and… 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… MINOR, Deacon Jessie Jr., was born on October 5, 1923 to the late Bessie Lewis and Jessie Minor Sr. He departed this life on October 21, 2008 at Hanover Medical Park Hospital. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Gordon, Robert, Henry and Eddie Minor; and two sisters, Ruth Minor and Artlee Minor Kenney. He is survived by a devoted wife, Edith Kenney of 61 years; two children, James Thomas Minor and Bessie Minor Cromwell (Clearnace Cromwell); four grandchildren, Nekita, RaShawn and RaShel Cromwell,… MORGAN, James E. "Jim" Sr., passed away at home on Friday, October 24, 2008, after a long-term illness. He is survived by his wife, Angelica Delores Morgan; three sons, James E. "Jimmy" Morgan Jr., Thomas Lee Morgan, Jamie Carl Sessoms; five grandchildren; a brother, Roger Dale Morgan; and caretaker, Tonie Stanley. He is also survived by an aunt, Gladys Franklin of Appomattox, Va.; lots of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Jim was a hard worker before his sickness in 2004. The… MUNDIE, Allen R., 19, of Sparta, died Thursday, October 23, 2008, at his home. A devoted son, brother and uncle. He is survived by his parents, Letcher and Janice Mundie of Sparta; two brothers, Michael Arrington of Dublin, Va., and Brandon Porch and his wife, Amanda, of New Kent; two sisters, Kathryn Shamblin and her husband, Michael, of Sparta and Megan Johnson and her husband, Kevin, of South Carolina; his maternal grandparents, Harvey and Margaret Gouldin of Sparta; two nieces, Alexa Shamblin and… . 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. will be held Nov. 1, 2008. Woodlawn Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge. Deacon Ernest Sidney Parham, of 505 S. Jefferson St., Petersburg, departed this life Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at the Waverly Health Care Center. He was born on July 2, 1930, to the late Conrad and Nannie Parham. Deacon Parham confessed Christ at an early age and joined the Providence Baptist Church where he remained a faithful member until his death. Deacon Parham was a veteran of the U.S. Army and his greatest passion was singing for the Lord. He was a former member of the Fireball Singers, the co-founder… PARKER, Willie Jr., of Richmond, departed this life October 18, 2008. He is survived by two daughters, Deon and Lonise; three brothers, two sisters, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, among them, Jean Belcher; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Graveside services will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, October 25, in Maury Cemetery. Pauline Rose Pierce, 83, of Montvale, Va., died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born on August 28, 1925, a daughter of the late Franklin Pierce and Matilda McMillan DeKizer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheela McCoy; and a brother, Earl Pierce. Pauline is survived by two daughters, Jackie Inge and husband, John, of Montvale, and Linda Simpson and husband, Terry, of Conway, Ark.; a son, John Boot, of Coldwater, Mich.; a brother,… POWELL, Charlene Plummer, passed on October 23, 2008 at her home in Raleigh, N.C. Charlene leaves to cherish her memories, one son, Arnell R. Powell III; goddaughter, Kristie Jones Ward; mother, Katherine Plummer; two sisters, Irish Conley and Andree Johnson; godsister, Barbara Smith; grandchildren, Aliya and Alexis; nieces, Jovette Malcom and Joy Haynesworth; aunts, Ethel Williams and Dollie Wright; uncle, Joseph Scott; eternal friends, Roxanne Wall and Ann Walker and a host of other relatives and friends.… s will be held 2 p.m. Monday at Oakey's South Chapel with Pastor David Skole officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Oakey's South Chapel. 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 Lelia P. Nicely Robins, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. . Arrangements by Thomas M. Seagle & Sons, Pulaski. www.seaglefuneralhome.com. s 2 p.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, at Greenfield Baptist Church. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. Robert M. Smith Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert M. Smith Sr., 76, passed away Oct. 22, 2008. A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home. will be held noon on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at the First United Methodist Church, Main Street, Narrows. SMITH, Lance, departed this life October 22, 2008. His remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. 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. Crystal Leigh Snody HAMPTON - Crystal was born April 17, 1986, in Myrtle Beach, S.C. "The Goose" made herself the life of the party by living her life the way she wanted it, despite all she had to deal with; she was freed of the pains and troubles of cystic fibrosis Oct. 22, 2008. Crystal was a senior at Old Dominion University pursuing a degree in criminal justice and psychology. She joins her grandfather Myron Snody and grandfather and grandmother, Robert and Meta Cooper and her CF friend, Katie… Spears, Iva Hollingsworth Webb SPEARS, Iva Hollingsworth Webb, 83, of Chesterfield, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008. She was the widow of Glenn Hollingsworth, Robert Webb and Charles Spears. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Marie H. and F. Wayne Bass; grandson, Christopher Wayne Bass and his wife, Maria; granddaughter, Holly Bass Peters and her husband, David; grandson, Brian Glenn Bass and his wife, Natalie; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Virginia Bass, Peyton and Reagan Peters, Adam and Sam Bass; one niece,… s. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at 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… John Thomas Surniak, 86, Blacksburg, Va., died on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. Sutherland, Brenda Sue (Salyers) TERRELL, Joyce B., of Richmond, died October 24, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008, in the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel conducted by the Rev. Ginny Tompkins and the Rev. Doug Stuart with the interment at Groseclose Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 25, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rural Retreat Rescue Squad or to the Speedwell Fire Department. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. s 3 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Goshen Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by McLaughlin Funeral Home, Hot Springs, Va. time on Monday at Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707. 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… Ashton W. Burke Ashton William Burke, age 79, of Warrenton, died on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at Fauquier Hospital. Born in Sperryville, Va. on February 12, 1929, he was a son of Charles and Mary Ellen Burke. He graduated from Rappahannock County High School and received an associate degree from Monmouth College. In 1953, he moved to Lincroft, N.J. where he was a member of the Lincroft Volunteer Fire and Department and had coordinated the Lincroft Horse Show as a benefit. He worked as a Sheet Metal Design… Virginia S. Valenti, 80, died Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, in Petersburg, Va., after a period of declining health. She was born and resided in Dinwiddie County for many years. Mrs. Valenti called Prince George County her home for the last 10 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde B. and Louise F. Smith of Petersburg, Va., and her husband, Nicholas P. Valenti. Mrs. Valenti graduated from Petersburg High School and belonged to the Beta Epsilon Omega Sorority. She was employed by Petersburg Mutual… 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 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. 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.… Floe E. Walters, 63, of Rockbridge Baths, Va., died on Friday, October 24, 2008. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. 11 a.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, Pleasant Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Hillsville. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va. Claude Wayne Whitmore, 65, of Chester, passed away Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, at McGuire Veterans Hospital. He was the son of the late Hoyt A. Whitmore Sr., and Alma Wheelhouse Whitmore. Wayne loved to fish, cook and work a garden. He was a veteran of the United States Army and is survived by his fiancé, Patsy Warren of Chester; brothers, Phillip L. Whitmore and wife, Sandra, of Colonial Heights, Hoyt A. Whitmore Jr. and wife, Myrtle, of Dinwiddie; sister, Carol F. Weiss of Chester; numerous nieces and… Milton Douglas Williams, 85, of Salem, Va., went to be with his Savior on Friday, October 24, 2008. Doug was born in Williamson, W.Va. on April 21, 1923. He was preceded in death by his parents, Major and Marguarite Williams; brother, Marshall Williams; and sister, Emily Long., Doug is survived by his wife of 62 years, Virginia Williams; sons, Michael Williams, of Baton Rouge, La., and Steven Williams and his wife, Lynn, of Salem, Va.; daughter, Jennifer Paschall, of Glen Allen, Va.; five grandchildren,… s will be held 2 p.m. on Monday October 27, 2008, at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel. s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2008, Loudon Avenue Christian Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. WOODSON, Evelyn J., departed this life October 24, 2008. Arrangements by s will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, from Flora Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Eddie Peters and Dr. Paul Stone officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. Flowers will be appreciated or donations may be made to the Rocky Mount Fire Department, c/o Chief Posey Dillon, 200 Brookshire Drive, Rocky Mount, Va. 24151 or to Fork Mountain Rescue Squad, c/o Captain Doug Nunn, 1822 Fork Mountain Road, Bassett, Va. 24055. His family will be receiving friends on Saturday, October 25,… |
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