| s noon Saturday at the Jerusalem Way of the Cross Church. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va. James Earl Allen, 77, of Roanoke, died November 5, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. will be held Saturday in Gallilee Episcopal Church at 10 a.m. by the Rev. Dr. James B. Magness. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Association, the Galilee Episcopal Church or to a charity of choice. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, in the funeral home's chapel. Interment will follow at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be made to the family at johnmoakey.com. The Arnold family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 540-389-5441. will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in Ramoth Gilead Baptist Church. Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge. will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Moyock Memorial Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge. Birdye D. Beasley MAPLE - Birdye Dozier Meiggs Beasley, 95, died Nov. 6, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church. Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, is in charge. . Samuel will receive family and friends in his home, Friday, November 7, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 215 E. Madison Ave., Vinton, Va. BERRY, Mrs. Christine V., of Richmond, departed this life November 3, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Leon Berry; three daughters, Leontyne and Miriam Berry and Althea Brooks; three sons, Leon Jr., Frank and Nathan Berry; 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Nadine Jones and Pheola Epps; six brothers, Alvin, Major and Richard Coles, Robert Epps, James and Michael Trice; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two daughters-in-law, Shelly and Charlene Berry; one son-in-law, Floyd… BLAND, Helen E., departed this life November 3, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard James Bland. She is survived by her daughter, Helen Payne (Rev. Robert); three grand-daughters, Chiquita Glover, Lillian Lawler and Crystal Snead; one great-grandson, Perry Shaw; a host of nieces and nephews, among them devoted, Rosa Mealy and Virginia Scott; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where family will receive friends tonight 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral… s must enter the base through Gate 5. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities Elizabeth S. Bolling PORTSMOUTH - Services for Elizabeth Scott "Bette" Bolling will be held at 3 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. s will be 10 a.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at Oak Hill Old German Baptist Brethren Church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. Bradley, Eleanor Frances "Ellie" BRADLEY, Eleanor "Ellie" Frances, 76, of Louisa, Va., passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008. Survivors include two sons, John Bradley and wife, Becky, of Pensacola, Fla., and Mike Bradley and wife, Janet, of Richmond; four daughters, Eileen Johnson and husband, Russ, of Ashland, Trish Harper, and Donald Seay, of Ashland, Linda Gardner and husband, Charles, of Richmond, Diane Jones and husband, Graham, of Bloomington, Illinois, 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by… Annie L. Brimley RICH SQUARE - Annie Laura Brimley, 67, of the 1300 block of Chapel Hill Road, died Oct. 31, 2008, at Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids. Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. today in the chapel of New Beginnings Funeral Service Inc. The funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Chapel Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Tony Flood officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Condolences may be made at in the memory of Kevin's life will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2008, at 2 p.m. in Chapel Hill, N.C. at Snipes Farm Retreat, 2339 Jo Mac Road, Chapel Hill, N.C. 27516, 919-929-3454. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, from 4 to 7 p.m. at their home at 7188 Hollyberry Road, Roanoke, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. will be conducted on Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, in Roanoke, with the Reverend Doug Hollenbeck officiating. Interment will follow. There will be no formal visitation, however, friends may call anytime at Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.nicelyfuneralhome.com. Genevieve Nacelli Butler, 82, of Bedford and formerly of Charlottesville, died Wednesday, November 5, 2008. She was born in Fall River, Massachusetts, on September 4, 1926, a daughter of the late William Nacelli and Genevieve Skypek Nacelli. She was an avid sports fan, loving her University of Virginia Cavaliers and the Boston Red Sox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Andrew Butler Jr.; a daughter, Susan Butler; a niece, Carol Nacelli Langfeldt. She is survived by… CESARIO, Joan Ann, 69, of Woodbridge, passed away Friday, October 31, 2008, in her home after a long battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her husband, Joseph, with whom she shared over 50 years. She was the beloved mother of son, Craig (Theresa); daughters, Karen (John), Tracey (Jim) and Meghan (John); grandmother of Ashley, Adam, Annie, Tessa, Ethan, Finnegan and Maggie; sister of Helen, Carolyn and Bernard. Joan enjoyed painting, writing poems, reading mysteries and cooking. She fought her cancer… CHAMBLEE, Mrs. Carolyn Miller, widow of Andrew C. Chamblee, departed this life November 2, 2008. She is survived by her daughter, Angela E. Chamblee; two sisters, Geraldine M. Moore and Doris M. Pryor (Lloyd); two brothers, Harris H. Miller and Charles D. Miller (Rose); sister-in-law, Mamie Miller; a devoted caregiver, Ethel Henley; a host of other relatives and friends, including a devoted friend, Henry Owens; and two wonderful caretakers, Diane Hudson and Carol W. Brown. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning… will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday in Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. CHITTENDEN, Albert P., age 94, of Midlothian, died October 28, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Coleman Chittenden; one daughter, Carole C. Ferguson of Jetersville, Va.; three sons, William E. Chittenden of Manassas, Va., Richard E. Chittenden of Richmond and Donald Chittenden of Newton Grove, N.C.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Chittenden was a WWII veteran, retired from DuPont after 30 years of service, and was a 32nd Degree Mason and past-Master of Hiram Lodge No. 25,… to celebrate Paulette's life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 8, 2008, in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes expressions of sympathy to take the form of donations to the . Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home, 1002 Moorman Road, Roanoke, Virginia. View and post condolences to guest book at www.HamlarCurtis.com. CONNER, Gregory J., of Richmond, departed this life November 5, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Funeral notice later. for the procession to the church. Condolences may be offered at, Charities Naomie A. Currie COURTLAND - Naomie Artis Currie, 81, of the 23000 block of Main St., died Nov. 5, 2008. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in William M. Engram Sr. Memorial Chapel, Franklin. DAILY, Cheryl "Ma-Duke" Memorial service will be held Saturday, November 8, 3 p.m., Mimms Chapel, 1827 Hull Street. Nora W. Davenport PORTSMOUTH - Nora Allen Woodley Davenport, 87, widow of John William "Bill" Davenport, passed away in her home Nov. 5, 2008. She was born in Columbia, N.C., the youngest daughter of James and Eliza Woodley. Nora was a charter member of West Side Christian Church and loved her church family. She worked with children from the kindergarten department through youth fellowship. She enjoyed her work with Church Women United, especially Operation Santa Claus. Nora delivered Meals on… DEBARDELEBEN, Marian Z., 62, died Tuesday November 4 in her home in Los Alamos, N.M. She is survived by her son, Nathan of Los Alamos, N.M.; sister, Tracey Alysson of West Chesterfield, N.H.; and two granddaughters, Natalia, age five and Gwendolyn, age two. She lived most of her life in Richmond with a long and successful career of over 25 years at Phillip Morris. There will be a celebration of life service at the Sheraton West Hotel, 6624 W. Broad St, on Sunday November 9, 4 to 6 p.m. Please bring memories… at the McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, 150 Country Club Drive, Blacksburg, Va. 24060. will be held Sunday at Community United Methodist Church, 1072 Old Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 at 3 p.m. by the Rev. Milton Marks. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of his son Billy can be sent to the Youth Fellowship of Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church, Chesapeake. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, is handling the arrangements. DONATI, Bette Anne, age 72, of Chesterfield, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2008. She was born in Richmond, Virginia, the daughter of the late Robert B. and Grace E. Gary. She was a beloved wife to her husband, Harry, and a homemaker for 55 years. Bette Anne is survived by her loving husband, Harry J. Donati Sr.; children, Robert Donati and wife, Trudy, of Chester, Harry J. Donati Jr. and wife, Diane, of Henrico, and Karen R. Feild of Prince George; four grandchildren, Christopher Earley of… time at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. ECKBERG, Russell W., 83, of Richmond, died November 4, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nils and Mildred Eckberg. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Elizabeth Smith Eckberg; two sons, Bruce S. Eckberg and his wife, Lee-Ann Smith-Eckberg, and Brian D. Eckberg and his wife, M. Christian Smith Eckberg. Mr. Eckberg was a graduate of New Britain High School in New Britain, Conn. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II as a bombardier. Upon return, he attended and graduated… Dudley G. Edwards JARRATT - Dudley Grizzard Edwards, 87, died Nov. 5, 2008. The funeral will be in Owen Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Saturday. EDWARDS, Dudley Grizzard, 87, of Jarratt, son of the late Floyd and Lillie Belle Edwards of Southampton County, passed into eternal life on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Mr. Edwards, a loving husband, father and grandfather, World War II Navy veteran, and award-winning peanut farmer, is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Elsie Harrell Edwards. He is also survived by his daughters, Connie Harrell (Donnie), Terri Branch (Bobby) and Sharon Mattox (Tim); his grandchildren, Jeremy Branch (Melissa),… ELDRIDGE, Barbara E., 67, departed this life November 5, 2008. Arrangements by: Dollie Viola English, 98, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Marie B. Ferguson, 76, of Lexington, died Wednesday, November 5, 2008. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Elberon. Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home. FREEMAN, Ryan, of Richmond, departed this life November 4, 2008. He is survived by his parents, Mack Freeman Jr. and Gail Greene; one sister, Erica Freeman; stepparents, Janet Freeman and Carvel Greene; stepsisters, Nikki Lacy, Ashley and Jasmine Greene; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Mack Freeman Sr. and Alma Malone; aunts and uncles, Nettie Stokes (Melvin), JoAnn Draughn (Raymond), Beth Cunningham (Phillip), and Steve Malone; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends, among them devoted, William… HADEN, Timothy "Tim" Wash, 84, of Elkton died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at the UVA Hospital. Mr. Haden was born June 18, 1924 in Goochland County and was the son of the late Samuel D. and Mary Wash Haden. He was also preceded in death by siblings, Sam D. Haden, Doris Lodge and Bernice Carr. He was a United States Marine Corps Veteran of WWII and later graduated from the University of Richmond. Tim, and his wife, Sally, owned and operated Haden's Furniture in Elkton from 1955 to 1980. On… s at 9:45 a.m. Saturday. Kenneth D. Hall VIRGINIA BEACH - Dr. Kenneth D. Hall, 77, of Punta Gorda, Fla., and formerly of New Jersey, passed away Nov. 5, 2008. Dr. Hall was the director of Secondary Education from 1968 to 1971 for Norfolk City Schools. Dr. Hall is survived by his children, Sharon Sughrue of Charlotte, N.C., Cyndy Hall of Virginia Beach, Kay Dee Hall of Oregon and Kenneth D. Hall Jr. and wife Colleen of Concord, N.C.; brother, Robert Hall; and sister, Dorothy Hunt; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many… . Arrangements are under the care and direction of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Great Bridge Chapel, Chesapeake. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at Harris, Katherine Willgoss Todd HARRIS, Katherine Willgoss Todd, 101, of Marietta, Ohio, formerly of Richmond, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2008. The widow of George Benjamin Harris Jr., she was born in Richmond on April 24, 1907 to the late Walter Curry and Katie Hoshour Peaco Todd. Katherine was a member of Ginter Park Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, George Benjamin Harris III (Barbara) of Marietta, Ohio; a daughter, Mary Anne Clause of Richmond; eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; and one brother, Albert Todd… HARRIS, Carlton L. Sr., age 69, of Chester, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, went to be with his Lord Jesus on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lily Anderson; and father, Edward C. Harris. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Bea Harris; daughter, Tina Andrews and partner, John Childress; son, Carlton Harris Jr.; granddaughter, Lindsey Andrews; grandson, Philip Harris; sisters-in-law, Jackie Kidd, Jeannie Coggin and husband, Kelly, Hattie "Cookie"… Hikes, Zenobia (Featured Guest Book) Zenobia Hikes, Virginia Tech's vice president for student affairs, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. She was 53. will be celebrated at St. Pius X Catholic Church at noon Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Knights of Columbus. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities s are planned for a later date. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel and Crematory, 982-2221. Leo L. Holt Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Leo Lee Holt Sr., 77, of the 3800 block of Red Barn Road, died Nov. 3, 2008. A funeral will be at noon Saturday in Fourth Baptist Church. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham Street, is in charge. Michelle Lynette Hopson, 39, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Lucille B. Howell SUFFOLK - Lucille Bennett Howell, 86, died Nov. 6, 2008, at her home. Born in Edward, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Ronald Owen and Effie Blanche E. Bennett and widow of Roland Jhugh Howell. She was predeceased by a brother, Smith Paul Bennett and sister, Eula Holmes Bunch. Mrs. Howell was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter, June H. Little of the home; son, Bennett Yates Howell and wife Donna; sister, Annette Bennett Turner and… s will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 7, at Green Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service. HUNTER, Michael Allen, 23, of Midlothian, Va., son of Robert and Lynn Hunter; brother of Shea Hunter and her fianc‚, Joseph Budjinski, and longtime companion of Kristen Carter, died unexpectedly in the early hours of November 4, 2008. Born October 26, 1985 in Belleville, Illinois, Michael moved to the Richmond area with his family in 2002. He graduated from Monacan High School in 2004. He was an honors program student at Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in economics and finance. His good deeds… JACKSON, Priscilla Anne, 57, of Richmond, Va., departed this life November 4, 2008. Funeral arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral service private. for the procession to the chapel where they will also receive friends on Friday. Condolences may be offered at Jenkins, Rush "Mickey" (Featured Guest Book) will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. in Diamond Springs Christian Church with the Rev. Lynn Sparrow Christy officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence after 6 p.m. today. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at JOHNSON, Charles L., funeral service will be held Saturday, November 8, 2 p.m. at St. Mark Baptist Church. Saturday, November 8, 2008, 12 p.m., Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1014 Norfolk Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24016. 2 p.m. November 8, 2008, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Troutville. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 366-0707. JOSEPH, Walter Levon Jr., 58, of Ashland, Va., went home to be with the Lord Friday, October 31, 2008. Walter, affectionately known as "Junior" or "Sweeze" was a graduate of the 1969 Class of Maggie L. Walker. Walter was a former employee of Virginia Power for 19 years. He was among the first African- Americans to successfully complete the test required to gain employment with the company. He was employed as a certified auto parts pro with Advance Auto. Walter was a faithful member of… Maude Rose Harris Kelly, a Roanoke Valley resident since 1953, died quietly in her sleep November 2, 2008. She was 96. Prior to settling in the Roanoke Valley, Mrs. Kelly lived in Florida, West Virginia and Kentucky, where she was born to Margie Cassidy and the Reverend Walter Chiles Harris. For more than 20 years, Maude Rose Kelly and her loving husband, Vernon Byron Kelly, were small business owners in West Salem. Mr. Kelly passed away in 1978. Mrs. Kelly also was predeceased by her son, Vernon Byron… as a Professor in Animal Science/Food Science. He established the Meats Program at Virginia Tech, and was the coach of the National Award winning Meat Judging Team. He won the Wine Award for distinguished teaching in 1985. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Olive Ann Kelly, of Blacksburg; three daughters and sons-In-Law, Dr. Kathy Kelly and Wayne Radford, of Christiansburg, Patti and Anthony Yates, of Harrisburg, N.C., Jean and John Mullins, of Blacksburg; two sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Daniel… Kennedy, Rev. Virginia Asbury Harmon (Sissy) s will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. LIND, Mark Albert Carter, died on October 28, 2008, at the University of Virginia Hospital, following a courageous battle with Burkitt's Leukemia. He was 24. Carter was the son of Norah Hardin Lind and Thomas Martin Lind; and the brother of Mary Clark Hale Lind of Manakin-Sabot, Virginia. Born September 7, 1984, in West Palm Beach, Florida, Carter attended the Benjamin School in North Palm Beach prior to moving from Jupiter Island, Florida, to the Richmond area in 1993. He graduated from St.… Billie Roxann Shelton Mabe, 51, of Hillsville, Va., passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008. Funeral, 11 a.m., Friday, November 7, 2008, VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville. s will be conducted 11:30 a.m., Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, by the Rev. Scott Finley. Interment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Simpson Funeral Home. 366-0707. Martin Jr., William Arthur "Sonny" MARTIN, William Arthur "Sonny" Jr., age 65, of Warfield, Va. passed away November 5, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Janet Brewer Martin; three children, Wanda Golding and husband, Eddie of Dunn, N.C., Sarah Greene and fianc‚, Jim Drake of Prince George, Va. and David Martin and wife, Crystal of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Cameron Lucy, Kayla Golding, Logan Golding, William Blake Howell, Haley Martin, Hunter Martin, and Lacey Shipwash; a sister, Mollie M. Tucker; and a brother,… Nov 7, 2008 Mary Eleanor Beasley Brammer, 85, of Bassett, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at her home. She was the widow of Jay Douglas Brammer. Memorials may be made to The Bassett Historical Center Building Fund, 3954 Fairystone Park Highway, Bassett, Va. 24055. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett. . In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825 Electric Rd., #A, Roanoke, Va., 24018, or the Roanoke Rescue Mission, 402 Fourth St. S.E., Roanoke, Va., 24013. The family would like to thank everyone at Loyalton of Roanoke for making Lois a part of their family, and for their wonderful care and love, as well as Jennifer, Cindy and all the staff at Good Samaritan Hospice for their devotion, daily support and love. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel,… MEREDITH, Norma R., age 76, of Chester, Va., formerly of St. Albans, W.Va., passed away on November 5, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy L. Meredith. She is survived by her three children, Denise Wynett and her husband, Craig, of New Richmond, Ohio, Marie Chamberlin and her husband, Joe, of Snellville, Ga., and Tim Meredith and his wife, Susan, of Chester, Va. Also surviving is her brother, Arlen (Bud) Roberts of Scott Depot, W.Va.; and six grandchildren. The funeral service will be held… will be held Saturday at 4:30 p.m. in St. Therese Chapel. Mass will follow the ceremony. Condolences may be offered to the family after Mass. s Saturday, November 8, 2008, at 11 a.m., First Baptist Church, 1730 West Street, Radford. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory. will be Monday at 11 a.m. in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Twiford's Funeral Home is in charge. Fabius F. Moore NORFOLK - Fabius F. Moore, 86, of the 1400 block of Halstead Ave., died Oct. 31, 2008. A funeral will be held at noon Saturday in Hale Funeral Home. s will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Oakey's East Chapel with the Rev. Johnny Basham officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Oakey's East Chapel. will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, November 8, at First Christian Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home. s will be held by the family at a later date. David is survived by father, Dale Richard Mull; brother, Michael Mull and wife, Martha; brother, Steven Mull and wife, Lois; sister, Diana Barrette and husband, Tom; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor (Sirna) Mull and uncle, Donald Mull. Please make your condolences to www.apexfuneral.com. James H. Murden ELIZABETH CITY - James Henry Murden, 89, died Nov. 4, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in Pitts Chapel AME Zion Church. Stallings Funeral Home is in charge. s will be held there Sunday at 3 p.m. with Military honors. The Rev. Mark Carey will be officiating. Interment will follow at a later date. The family requests, that in lieu of flowers, please do something thoughtful and kind for someone who least expects it. Remember that "if you can do some good today, do it now for we may not pass this way again!" Final arrangements entrusted to Salyer Funeral Home Inc. in Chincoteague Island, Va. Ronald Coleman Myers, 55, of Gretna, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Visitation today from 6 until 8 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston. s will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday in the Kendall Funeral Home at 605 Snidow St. in Pembroke with burial following in Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Online condolences may be sent by visiting kendallfuneralhome.com. will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at Sharon Baptist Cemetery, Clifton Forge with the Reverend Ed Wold officiating. Interment will follow. The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery, C/O Shirley Brown, 7006 Collierstown Rd., Clifton Forge, Va. 24422; or to the , Alleghany Highlands Division, C/O Karen Buzzard, 807 McCormick Blvd., Clifton Forge, Va.… will be noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at Lotz Funeral Home, Franklin Rd. s will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, with the Rev. Charles Doyle officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Saturday 2 p.m. in Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. O'BERRY, R. Dennis, of Williamsburg, Va., passed away November 1, 2008. Dennis was born in Richmond, Va., on August 30, 1953 and was the son of June M. Ward of Nashville, N.C., and the late Russell H. O'Berry Jr. Dennis graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in accounting and retired from Wachovia Bank after a 20-year career. He began a second career as a math teacher with Page Middle School in Gloucester, Va., in 2004. He was a pack leader with the Boy Scouts of America and was an avid Hokie… OLIVER, Mrs. Savannah "Anna" Glenn, age 87, of Richmond, Va., departed this life November 4, 2008 at her residence. She is survived by two daughters, Mariana Johnson (Milton) and Stephanie Eddleton; three grandchildren, Dionne Hearn, Shawna Parker and Chelsea Eddleton; two great-grandchildren, Erin and London Hearn; and host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Remains will lie in state Saturday, 11 a.m., at Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 W.… Gladys C. Parker NASSAWADOX - Gladys C. Parker, 85, died Nov. 5, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in Ebenezer Baptist Church, Wardtown. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co. is in charge. Frances W. J. Parker VIRGINIA BEACH - Mrs. Frances "Momma-Gay" W. Jackson Parker, resident of the North End, passed away Nov. 6, 2008, in her home. Born Jan. 5, 1925, in Norfolk, she was the only child of the late William T. Walker and Ruby Estelle Reid. She was raised in Norfolk and lived for many years in Virginia Beach. She graduated from Maury High School in 1943. She worked as a bookkeeper for Tidewater Builders Inc., Mid-Atlantic Glass and Atlas Glass where she was the treasurer before… Parsons, Gertie Virginia Shepard PATRICK, Mildred Roberta, age 85, a resident of Imperial Plaza, died November 5, 2008. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Pamela and Cecil Pool of Mechanicsville and Wendy and Matthew Popov of Collinsville, Ill.; a sister, Audrey Shahinian; her grandchildren, Stacy Morgan and Christopher Stults, both of Mechanicsville, Sophia and Seth Popov, both of Collinsville; her stepgrandchildren, Jason Pool of Mechanicsville and Jereme Pool of Woodstock, Ga.; her great-grandchildren, Jessica and Jacob… Mrs. Mary Pearl Payne, 88, of 217 Hall Rd., Long Island, Va., passed away Wednesday evening, November 5, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, is in charge of arrangements. 2 p.m. Saturday at Unity Church of Roanoke Valley. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Service. will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, November 9, 2008, in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel. Preston, Howard Jerome "Egghead" PRESTON, Howard Jerome "Egghead," departed this life October 27, 2008. He is survived by his loving and devoted family. His remains may be viewed at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., 10 a.m. today, followed by graveside service, Oakwood Cemetery, 11 a.m. . Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. 1-540-989-3131 . Please dress casually. Memorials may be made in Casy's memory to the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Condolences may be offered at John A. Richardson VIRGINIA BEACH - John A. Richardson, 43, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Nov. 5, 2008. He will be sorely missed by his parents, John F. and Jeanne Richardson; siblings, Frederic, Nathalie, Stephanie, Christopher and Melanie; nephews, Dwight, Shawn, Steven Christopher and Patrick; nieces, Clarisse, Madelaine and Abigail; and a host of other family members and friends. John was most recently employed as an associate at Home Depot, where he loved and enjoyed all those he worked for and… ROACH, Ms. Barbara Jean, born March 27, 1957, entered eternal rest on November 3, 2008. She leaves cherished memories with her loving and devoted fianc‚, Calvin Burnette; one daughter, Crystal Monite Burnette; one brother, Johnny P. Moore Sr. (Deborah) of Greenville, N.C.; two sisters, Ella L. Roach Carmen and Mattie L. Roach Roberson (Linwood) of Vanceboro, N.C.; one uncle, three aunts, six nieces, four nephews, three great-nieces, three great-nephews, a nephew-in-law, and a host of other relatives and… ROANE, Robert Horace, age 82, of Richmond, Va., died November 5, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Shirley A. Roane; a son, Horace C. Roane; a daughter, Shirley D. Roane of Richmond; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law and one mother-in-law. Remains rest at B. W. White Funeral Home, King William. Service 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Interment in church cemetery. ROBINSON, Wendell, born May 23, 1945, departed this life on November 2, 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother, Irene R. Richardson. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Lillian; his children, Antonio Robinson, Wendae Hinson, Wendell and Victor Robinson and Michael and Tony Davis; three grandchildren; father, John Corbin; sisters, Arlene Beamon, Brenda Conyers, Mona Lisa Norris; brothers, John Jr. and Lamont Corbin; a loving aunt, Thelma Greenlee; devoted sister-in-law, Grace Jackson; a host… ROBINSON, James E. Jr., of Richmond, died November 6, 2008. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. SAMUELS, Eunice, 86, of Richmond, entered eternal life November 5, 2008. Professional service of comfort entrusted to the Wade L. Sanders VIRGINIA BEACH - Wade Walter Lee Sanders, 98, of the 5700 block of Luck Lane, died Nov. 4, 2008. A funeral will be Monday in Washington, D.C. Graves Funeral Home is in charge. Sayles Jr., Carlyle Emerson "Fruitti" SAYLES, Carlyle "Fruitti" Emerson Jr., 60, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on November 3, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlyle and Beatrice Sayles. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, a devoted ex-wife, Bridget G. Sayles; three daughters, Jeunesse Blunt, Danyelle Bonner (Jerome) and Demetria Sayles; one son, Jonathan Sayles; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Jacqueline Sayles and Wanda Harris (Lester); two brothers, Tyrone (Joyce) and Norman Sayles; devoted aunt,… Dorothy (Dot) Scank, 84, of Rocky Mount, passed away Monday, November 3, 2008. Mass will be celebrated at Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 11 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Friday, November 7, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. SCANLON, Bonita Rosemary, 54, of Richmond, and citizen of the world. Infinite in mystery is the gift of the Goddess and we seek it thus and take to the skies, Bonita has found the gift of the Goddess we all seek, November 6, 2008. She is survived by her husband and her six children. She was a painter, pianist, portrait photographer and spiritual guide who will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Bliley's Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations… Saturday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. in the Gallop Funeral Services Chapel, Nags Head. The Rev. Curtis Campbell will officiate. The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in honor of the Sellew family to the J. Frank Sellew Memorial Scholarship, Old Dominion University, 4417 Monarch Way, 4th Floor, Norfolk, VA 23529. Checks should be payable to the "ODU Educational Foundation" and include the statement "Endowments 286216" to ensure funds are applied to the… SENSABAUGH, Robert "Bobby", 69, of Richmond, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Louise Sensabaugh; and daughter, Terrie Sensabaugh. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Priscilla Sensabaugh; his children, Renee Gardner, Cindy Enroughty and husband, Brad, Timmy Sensabaugh and wife, Sherie; eight special grandchildren, Robbie Ragland, Adam Rhodes, Christopher, Meagan, and Cameron Gardner, Blaine and Ian Enroughty, and Sam Sensabaugh; five… will be held Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 11 a.m. in the First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach, 36th Street and Pacific Avenue. Burial will be private. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road, is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at, Charities s will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008, in the chapel with the Rev. Curtis Nester officiating. Joe will be laid to rest in Ross Cemetery, Craig County, in the beautiful countryside he enjoyed so much. In lieu of flowers, it is the wish of Joe and Carol that memorials be made to the , 2840 Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018. Lydia Mae Slight CHESAPEAKE - Lydia Mae Slight of the 2000 block of Lingter St., died Nov. 2, 2008. A funeral will be at noon Saturday in Bethany Baptist Church. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Oakey's East Chapel with the Rev. Harry M. Miller officiating. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated in memorial to the Alzheimer's Association, 800-272-3900. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel. SPENCER, Emilee C., 96, died peacefully in her home in Gainesville, Florida, on Monday, November 3, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Buckingham Community Cemetery, Buckingham, Virginia, with the Rev. James Dunn, pastor of the Dillwyn First Baptist Church, officiating. Family will receive friends Friday, November 7, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn, Virginia. Mrs. Spencer graduated high school in Magnolia, Alabama, and went to nursing training… Stewart Jr., Stephen C. "Steve" STEWART, Stephen C. Jr. "Steve", 69, of Powhatan, died November 5, 2008. He was preceded in death by two sons, Stephen M. "Bubba" Stewart, William M. "Billy" Stewart; and one daughter, Elizabeth S. "Beth" Williams. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Charlotte Trainum Stewart; one son, Robert M. "Robbie" Stewart; three grandchildren, Shannon C. Stewart and Stephen W. "Cody" Stewart, all of Powhatan, and Stephen L. Williams of Henrico; one… s will be at 2 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, with Dr. Ken Scoggins officiating. Interment will be with Military Honors by the D.A.V. Honor Guard at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 6, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in Shiloh Baptist Church. Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. THORNTON, Mrs. Pauline, of Richmond, departed this life November 3, 2008. She is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years, Leon W. Thornton; three children, Leon Jr. (Fern), Sheila M., and Andre J. Thornton; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; two brothers, John (Mary) and Marvin (Pamela) Harris; one aunt, Magnolia Gary; one uncle, Hubert Turner; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; one sister-in-law, Marie Thornton; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral… s will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Maberry Funeral Home with Pastor Roy Turpin officiating. Interment to follow in Greasy Creek Cemetery. Family will receive friends 5 to 8 p.m. Friday November 7, 2008, at the funeral home. The family would like to express a special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at NRV Medical Center. Also to Dr. Charles Judy and Carilion Hospice. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. Online condolences may be sent to maberryfuneralhome.com. s, 12 p.m., Saturday, November 8, 2008, at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va. will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at Evergreen Burial Park with Dr. George Anderson officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Roanoke Area Ministries. TURNER, Thelma Louise, 89, of Chesterfield County, departed this life on Tuesday, November 4, 2008. Louise was born in Crozet and spent most of the early part of her life in Fredericksburg, Richmond and Lawrenceville. In her later years, Louise moved with her husband to his birthplace in Chesterfield County. Louise loved the Lord and lived her life to honor Him through prayer and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Louise also loved her family, and nothing pleased her more than gathering together to share… William J. Jackson William J. Jackson, age 66, of Culpeper, Virginia passed away on Monday, November 3, 2008 at the University of Virginia Health System. He is survived by his wife, Laurie Jackson, of Culpeper, Va.; his mother, Catherine Jackson, of Culpeper; two sisters, Virginia and Molly Jackson, both of Culpeper, Va.; one aunt, Virginia Thompson, of Reva, Va. and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Jackson is predeceased by his father, Leroy Jackson and two brothers, Clarence and… C. C. Vaughan PORTSMOUTH - Services for Carl C. "C.C." Vaughan will be held at 11 a.m. today in Pinecrest Baptist Church with burial in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge. Bobby B. Wallace NEWPORT NEWS - Bobby B. Wallace, 76, died Nov. 3, 2008. A time for reflective memories is scheduled for today from 6 to 8 p.m. in R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Hampton. WEST, Pearl Douglas Barnette, 86, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Hollins "GH" West Jr.; her parents, Harry and Minnie Barnette; four brothers, Henry, Allie, Jim and Eddie Barnette; two sisters, Delilah Clawson and Louise William. She is survived by two children, George Hollins West III and his wife, Faye, and Patricia West Saunders; three granddaughters, Angela West, Michele Money Carson, Sherry West Saenz; two… Rodney M. White, 85, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel and Crematory, 540-989-3131. Leonard Ervin (Granddaddy) Whitlock, 77, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord Monday, November 3, 2008. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He retired as a conductor for Norfolk Southern. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard J. and Eather R. Whitlock; and daughter, Cindy. Surviving him is his wife of 57 years, Verla L. Whitlock; daughter, Susan Whitlock, of Roanoke; two sons, Tim Whitlock, of Roanoke, and Chris Hart, of Blacksburg; six grandchildren,… s will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. WILLIAMS, Lisa Ann, 44, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 4, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Linwood Williams; parents, James and Sandra Olinger; children, Brandy Taylor, Amber Fernley, Shannon Williams, and Charles Williams; brother, Bruce Olinger. A memorial service will be held at a later date. will be held at noon today in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St. Pastor Larry Foster will officiate. Condolences may be offered at, Charities will be conducted 2 p.m., Friday, November 7, 2008, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, by Rabbi Kathy Cohen. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Simpson Funeral Home. 366-0707. will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in Princess Anne Memorial Park. The family will receive friends today at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, from 7 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at |
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