| Carmelita C. Aguinaldo NORFOLK - Carmelita C. Aguinaldo, 66, died Nov. 9, 2008. A Mass will be held at 5 p.m. today in Holy Trinity Church, Norfolk. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel, is in charge. Jestine Albright VIRGINIA BEACH - Jestine Albright died Nov. 10, 2008. A funeral will be at noon Friday in Community Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. ALDRIDGE, Mrs. Delores, of 817 Chimborazo Blvd., departed this life November 11, 2008. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street. Funeral notice later. Joseph Allen HAMPTON - Joseph Allen, 87, died Nov. 3, 2008. A funeral will be held at noon today in the chapel of Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions. Poole's Funeral Home is in charge. . In lieu of flowers, the family requests any contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation for research., Charities ALVIS, Floyd T. Jr., 65, of Charlottesville, Va., passed away November 10, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd T. Sr. and Beulah D. Alvis. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia Nuckols Alvis; sons, Derrick Lee Alvis and Dorsey Glen Alvis; grandchildren, Madison Lee Alvis, Ayden Glen Alvis, Sadie Noel Alvis; stepgranddaughter, Kristen Mullins; sisters, Virginia Cernac, Shirley Sides, Joan Alvis; brother, Howard Alvis; and many other family members, friends and colleagues. The… Robert F. Apperson Sr. NORFOLK - Robert F. Apperson Sr., 79, passed away Nov. 9, 2008, in Sentara Leigh Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert F. Apperson Jr. in 2007. Robert was the son of the late Anne and Andrew Apperson, a native of Norfolk and a graduate of Granby High School. He retired as vice president of Capes Shipping Agency. He was for 56 years the loving husband of Charlotte Dunn Apperson and "Big Daddy" of Robin A. Nipper, brother of Betty A. Terry and her… Mary C. Argyreas NORFOLK - Mary C. Diamond Argyreas, 84, was called home to be with our Lord Nov. 10, 2008. Mary was a native of New York and moved to Virginia in 1986. She was preceded in death by her husband, Constantine "Gus" Argyreas, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her three daughters, Stellanie Kandilakis, Frances Agrapides and JoAnn Pantas and grandchildren, Angela, Mary, Alex, Christopher, Alyson, Constandina, Jack, John, Constantine Shane and Gregory.… J. David Arnold III VIRGINIA BEACH - Joseph David Arnold III, 82, died peacefully at his home Nov. 5, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Bedford County, Virginia, he was the son of Joseph David Arnold II and Beulah Craig Arnold. Dave was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He retired after 42 years as the Southeast Virginia sales representative for McGraw-Hill Information Systems Co. in 1991. He was a longtime, faithful member of Old Donation Episcopal Church where he served… Mr. Tony Rhea Authenreath, 72, a former well-known resident of Abingdon, passed away on Friday, Oct. 31, 2008. He had spent the last two years in Arkansas with his son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Aileen Cummings. He was born in Pound, Va., the son of the late Garnet Lee and Lena Josephine Callahan Authenreath and was preceded in death by his brother. He was a truck driver and was of the Presbyterian Faith. Survivors include two sons, Paul Cummings and wife, Aileen, of Judsonia, Ark., and Tony Authenreath… will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Mike Putnam. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, P.O. Box 2156, Norfolk, VA 23501-9873 as Mrs. Baines' wishes were to be cremated., Charities BANTON, George Leonard, 77, of Powhatan, went to be with his Lord, November 10, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Doris; daughter and her husband, Linda "Lin" Carter and Jimmy; grandson, John Corey Redd; brother, Percy L. Banton and wife, Faye; sister, Jean B. Tyree and husband, James, all of Dillwyn. Mr. Banton proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and retired from the Department of Corrections in 1991 after thirty four years of service. The family would like to extend a… Alma M. Barber NORFOLK - Alma Vivian Miller Barber departed this life Nov. 9, 2008, after an extended illness. Alma was the daughter of the late Samuel and Hattie D. Miller. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and she briefly attended the Norfolk State extension of Virginia State College. Alma was a lifelong member of St. John's AME Church, where she labored diligently in the kitchen ministry. Alma Barber retired from the City of Norfolk where she worked for 25 years as a dietitian at… Bessie Hale Barnett CAMDEN - Bessie Hale Barnett, 69, died Nov. 11, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City. Mrs. Ottie Gay Nelson Barrett, age 90, of the Steelesburg section of Cedar Bluff, Va., died Sat., Nov. 8, 2008 at her home. She was born in the Bearwallow section of Tazewell County, Va., and was a daughter of the late Otis Lee and Catherine Wagner Nelson, both Tazewell County natives. She was a lifelong resident of the Jewell Ridge and Cedar Bluff areas and was of the Holiness Faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Fred Barrett, Sr.; one daughter, Dollie K. Holmes;… beginning at 7 p.m. with family remaining until 9 p.m. The family will also be at the funeral home for friends and family Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities A funeral for Mrs. Linda Virginia Bartee will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at the Mount Level Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, with the pastor, the Rev. Bernard Coleman, officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Viewing will be held Friday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home. 478-4411. Nola Mavis Taylor Basinger, 80, of Wytheville died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at her residence. Funeral service was held Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m. at Fellowship Baptist Church with Pastor Donald E. Drake Sr. officiating. Interment was in the Jubilee Church Cemetery. She was born March 5, 1928, in Gary, Ind., daughter of the late Thomas Ardell and Bertie Zelma Everett Taylor. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church, mother of nine, grandmother of 33 and great-grandmother of 27. She was preceded in death… will be conducted at 5 p.m. Saturday in St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 3300 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth, by the Rev. Eileen Walsh. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Chesapeake Humane Society. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Chesapeake Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made through, Charities Genevieve S. Baughan, of Vinton, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008. A Mass of Resurrection 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at St. Andrews Catholic Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel. BAUGHAN, Martha Louise, 81, of Tappahannock, died Monday, November 10, 2008. She was a retired manager for C & P Telephone Company. A daughter of the late Everett Lee and Christian Griggs Baughan, she was preceded in death by five brothers, Edward, Robert, Johnny, Calvin and Gene Baughan; and one sister, Frances Jarvis. She is survived by two sisters, Dorothy Bunch of Warsaw and Barbara Mundie of Richmond; one brother, David Baughan of Tappahannock; 25 nieces and nephews; and a dear friend, Lindburgh… BENSON, Evelyn Zaban, 96, of Richmond, born in Atlanta, Georgia, died at home November 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Karl E. Zaban; and husband of 62 years, Sidney. She is survived by her two daughters, Medora Benson Glantz and Jo Benson Fogel; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and many other extended family and friends in Richmond and throughout the United States. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta… Larry Douglas Blankenship, age 53 of Mavisdale, Va., passed away Sun., Oct. 26, 2008 in a Bristol, Tenn., hospital. Born July 11, 1955 in Buchanan County, Va., he was the son of the late Cuba and Hazel Phillips Blankenship. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sandra Hess Blankenship; one son, Charles Lester and wife, Jackie, of Lebanon, Tenn.; two brothers, Neal Blankenship and wife, Gaye, of Oakwood and J.P. Blankenship and wife, Ann, of Drill; one sister, Phyllis Street and husband, Duke, of Rowe;… Dennis Gerald Blevins, 69, died Oct. 31, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born to Isaac and Mae Widener Blevins in Glade Spring. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a proud father of two children, Jeffery Dennis Blevins and Julie Ann Blevins; three grandsons, Corey and Trey Blevins and Travis Martin, all of Kernersville, N.C.; one sister, Gloria Blevins Moretz of Glade Spring; two special nephews, Randy and Tracy Moretz of Glade Spring; two special nieces, Sandy Moretz Yarber of Glade Spring and… William Ralph "Bill" Blevins, 67, of Lebanon, previously of Broadford, loving husband, devoted father and adored grandfather died during the early morning hours of Nov. 2 at Johnston Memorial Hospital due to heart complications as a result of a pulmonary embolism. He was a retired sales supervisor with Earthgrains (Rainbo) Baking Company with 34 years of experience. He was a graduate of Rich Valley High School. His mother and father, Annie Ruth Taylor-Blevins and John L. Blevins, and older… s. But we knew her as a devoted grandmother who seldom missed our band concerts, sporting events, or scouting functions, and who shared her love of animals from large to small. We knew her as the wonderful Mom who taught us good morals, responsibility, faith and love. A mom who learned to ride a horse in her 40s, earned her green thumb in her 50s, drove a red stick-shift convertible in her 60s, and after being alone for decades to find happiness in marriage again in her 70s. As a wife, she became a soul… Richard Arthur Brock Sr., 84, of Huddleston, Va., died on Sunday, November 9, 2008, in the VA Medical Center in Salem. He was born in Lancaster, N.Y., on April 9, 1924, a son of the late Arthur Ira Brock and Florence Louella Lewis Brock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Mary Brock; and his brother, Roger J. Brock. Richard was a retired facilities manager for McDermott Inc. He was an Army veteran serving during World War II where he was a Prisoner of War in Germany.… BROOKS, Dorothy S., 94, of Richmond, died Monday, November 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. Brooks. She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy J. Kingrey. Mrs. Brooks was a member of Staples Mill Road Baptist Church. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Constatine Brown Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Constatine Brown Sr. of the 4000 block of Greenwood Drive, passed away Nov. 7, 2008. He was born Aug. 16, 1947, to Mildred and Nehemiah Brown Jr. in Norfolk. He is survived by two sons, Constatine Brown Jr. and Jonathan Brown, both of Norfolk; four sisters, Regenia Justice and Wilhelmina Peck, both of Chesapeake, Priscilla Feaster and Mildred Clark, both of Portsmouth; six brothers, Nehemiah Brown III, Clyde Brown, Montgomery Brown, Nathaniel Brown, Samuel Leroy Hardy, all… Infant baby Brown died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008 at the Women's Hospital in Greensboro, N.C. Remains rest at Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va., A.A. Tucker, funeral director. Mrs. Charity Elizabeth Brown, age 95, of Cedar Bluff, Va., passed away Mon., Nov. 3, 2008 at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born in Tazewell County and was the daughter of the late Martin and Maggie A. Taylor Lester. She was a lifelong resident of the area and was a member of Raven Assembly of God and attended the Steelesburg United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Brown; one daughter, Margaret Irene Brown; three sisters, Ellar… Ms. Sharon Celestine Nick Blanding Bryant, 40, of 1309 New York Ave. Hopewell, Va., departed this life Sunday morning, Nov. 9, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. She was a native of Hopewell and daughter of Mrs. Mary Blanding and the late John Nick. She was a graduate of Hopewell High School and she worked many years as a nurse's aid in Anderson, S.C. before recently returning to this area. Besides her mother she is survived by a son; Orlando Bryant of Fredericksburg, three sisters;… will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Church of the Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, with Father James Park presiding. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be in Michaele's name to the National Wildlife Federation or Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at, Charities Ida Mae Kitts Burton, 89, a lifelong resident of Bland County, died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at Pulaski Community Hospital in Pulaski. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 1 p.m. at the Highland Bland Funeral Chapel. She was born Sept. 27, 1919, in Bland County, daughter of the late Allison H. and Ida Lou Kitts. She was a faithful member of the Bland United Methodist Church and Walkers Creek Methodist Church all her life and attended Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church in Wytheville. She was a… A memorial service of remembrance for Mr. Ronald Jeffrey Butcher, 42, of Paul Valley, Okla., formerly of Stony Creek, Va., will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. at the Hunting Quarter Baptist Church, Stony Creek. The family will assemble at the church at 1:15 p.m on the day of the service. For more information, you may contact the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, (804)-478-4411. Rudolph L. Butler, 76, of Meadowview passed away Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol, Tenn. He was a native of Richmond and had lived in Washington County since 1973. He was a son of the late Walter and Audrey Butler and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Butler was a member of the First Baptist Church in Damascus. He is survived by his wife, Violet Sue Butler; two daughters, Peggy Knicely and her husband, Shawn, of Gordonsville, Va., and Sherry Corbin and her husband, Lee, of… CAMPBELL, Jane Robertson, of Richmond, widow of Edward Dunscomb Christian Campbell, sister of the late Dorothy Courtney Robertson Parrish, and daughter of the late Dorothy Courtney Robertson and Charles Blackford Robertson Jr., died on Sunday, November 9, 2008. She was a graduate of St. Catherine's School and attended Wheelock College in Boston, Massachusetts. Mrs. Campbell and her husband, Ned, wed in 1942 and were together more than 56 years. Mrs. Campbell taught nursery school for several years and… Harold Eugene Chafin, 72, of Pearisburg, Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 10, 2008, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. Eugene Chafin and Ruth Akers Chafin., He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Norma Johnston Chafin; four children, Sheree Williams and husband, Mike, of Chilhowie, Teri Eppling and husband, Ricky, of Pembroke, Steven Chafin and wife, Sandra, of Pearisburg, and Janet Millirons and husband, Morgan, of Pembroke; 10… CHRISTIAN, Mary Arlene, born April 17, 1914, passed away Sunday morning in her home in Mechanicsville, Va. She is survived by her grand-daughter, Samantha Marsch; a sister-in-law, Connie Christian; a niece, Ellen Garati; and sister-in-law, Hazel Christian. Mary was surrounded by her loving friends at the time of her death. Viewing will be held Thursday, November 13, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville Chapel, 8014 Lee Davis Rd., Mechanicsville. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Friday,… 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 CLARK, Virginia Long, 80, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord November 10, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Willie; and her daughter, Brenda. Survivors include a daughter, Beverly M. Cook Boylan (Casey); three grandchildren, Douglas Wayne Heller, Fredrick Everett Heller (Tammy) and Jennifer Gail Adams; one great-grandchild, Kevin D. Heller; three sisters, Ida, Liz and Daisy; and many kind and caring friends. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of… Betty Jean Cobb, 63, of Sandy Level died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at her home. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 3 p.m. at Forbis & Dick North Elm Street Chapel. Interment will be in Guilford Memorial Park. She was born Nov. 13, 1944, in Wythe County. She was a faithful member of Chatham Pentecostal Holiness Church for 10 years and taught Sunday school. Most of all, she was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth C. Cobb of the home; five sons and… . Fiercely proud of being Italian, she actively passed on the traits of her heritage to her family and friends and was renowned for her prowess in the kitchen! She was beloved and respected for her generosity, grace, tenacious courage and unyielding concern for the plight of others. A two-time cancer survivor, she was often called upon to counsel and offer support to cancer victims and their families, and volunteered for the American Cancer Society. In 1973, she became one of the first Navy wives… In Loving Memory of Eugene "Gene" COOPER 5/30/46 10/28/03, Happy Veterans Day, To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven., Ecclestiastes 3:1, Loving Family, Vietnam Thomas Jackson Cox, 77, of Draper died Friday, Oct. 31, 2008. Funeral service will be held Friday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Draper's Valley Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in the church cemetery with Radford VFW Post 776 conducting graveside military rites. He was born Dec. 30, 1930, son of the late Albert and Leuana Meredith Cox of Foster Falls. He was married to the late Mary Sumner Cox for 55 years with whom he enjoyed life, family, travel and ballroom dancing. He served as a staff sergeant… Rod Cramer, 64, of Galax died Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Salem. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 8, at 9:30 a.m. at Twin County Funerals Sanctuary with the Rev. Terry Johnson Gregory officiating. Grayson Post 7726 will conduct military rites. Online condolences can me made at www.twincountyfunerals.com. Twin County Funerals in Galax is in charge of the arrangements. CRAWLEY, Maynard O. Sr., departed this life November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Bishop Rannie Elvin Crews, born April 1, 1922 in Pittsylvania County, Va., the son of the late Emmett and Laura Crews, departed this life at 5 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008 at John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell, Va. He was the pastor of High Power Church of God in McKenney, Va. and the founder of Crews Mobile Home Transportation. He was preceded in death by four sisters and sister-in-law, Brenda Crews. He leaves to mourn, a devoted wife, Queen Victoria Casey-Crews; six sons, James H. Crews (Josephine),… Lucy A. Cruey, age 85 of Tazewell, Va., died Thurs., Nov. 6, 2008 at Tazewell Community Hospital. Born Feb. 12, 1923 in Pounding Mill, Va., she was a daughter of the late Henry and Annie Ruth Landers Phillips. Mrs. Cruey graduated from Tazewell High School and the National Business College in Roanoke, Va. She married Owen A. Cruey Aug. 16, 1945. She served as Treasurer for the Town of Tazewell many years and retired in 1988. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Mike O. Cruey;… Richard Dabney Cundiff, 67, of Roanoke, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. DAVIS, Frances Sadler, 84, of Richmond, passed away November 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Parker Davis Jr.; a sister, Mary Sadler Holden; and brother, Harry Bedford Sadler. She is survived by her son, William P. Davis III; and her daughter, Bonnie D. Roop and her husband, David W. Roop; a sister, Ginger Shelton; two grandchildren, Krista and David Roop; also, numerous nieces and nephews. Frances retired from Miller & Rhoads Department Store and was a longtime member of… time. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 5160 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Va., 540-366-0707. 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… DUDLEY, Isabel Meffan Parsels, 91, of Brandermill Woods Retirement Community, passed away on November 10, 2008 from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. Isabel was born in October, 1917 in Bethlehem, Pa., the last of five daughters of Davidina and William A. Parsels. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, John H. Dudley; sons, Wray Dudley of Richmond and David Dudley of Williamsburg; grandsons, Stephen Dudley of Fredericksburg and Christopher Dudley of Williamsburg; and one sister, Ruth Evelyn… to celebrate Thomas' life will be held Friday at Green Acres Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Walter Hunting officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Green Acres Presbyterian Church, 3135 Hanley Ave., Portsmouth. Online condolences and Mr. Duvall's guestbook may be signed at, Charities time on Wednesday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Bernice V. Edwards, of Tazewell, Va., died Sun., Nov. 2, 2008 at Frye Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born in Hamtramck, Mich., to the late Joseph and Josephine Wezgraj Wojtowicz. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Franklin Edwards; a daughter, Betty Sue Edwards; and one brother, Frank Wojtowicz. She attended Trinity Presbyterian Church and retired from Fincastle Motor Inn. She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Wood and her husband Bob of… Harriett L. Edwards, 64, of Martinsville, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service. ELLIOTT, Vera Wright, age 65, of Richmond, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. She was born in Patrick County, Va., the daughter of the late Rev. Richard and Ada Foley Wright. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Oscar Wright. Not only was Vera a loving wife, mother and grandmother, but an employee with Chesterfield County for approximately 28 years and a bookkeeper with Elliott Construction Company for over 30 years. She was a member of Victory Tabernacle Church, as well as a former… s will be held noon on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Larry Sprouse officiating. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. English, Charles Crowther "Chip" ENGLISH, Charles Crowther "Chip," 54, of Heathsville, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008. Chip was a devoted and loving husband and father. His passion was farming. He enjoyed bowling, softball and coaching Little League. Chip also adored his pets. He is survived by his wife, Cindy English; his son, Charles "Benner" English; his daughter, Alexandra Lee English; and his mother, Ida V. Crowther English. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles B. English, former sheriff of… Fanning, Emma-Jane Catherine (Memoriam) In Loving Memory of Emma-Jane Catherine FANNING As you blow out the candles on your 7th birthday, remember we love you and miss you very much. Smile down at us, we'll smile back., Dad, Grandpa, Grandma, Jamie, Camden, Mary Grace and many other loving, Family and Friends 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… Hazel W. Farris, 91, of Roanoke, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Lotz Roanoke Chapel. FIORINO, John Joseph, retired banquet manager of The Commonwealth Club, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2008, with my family by my side, from lung cancer. Born in the mid-1950's in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., I wasn't aging that well, anyway. I leave behind the most loving and supportive parents God ever granted, my father, John and my mother, Mary Fiorino; two amazingly caring sisters, Peggy Balak and Carol Fiorino; and my niece and nephew, Townsley and Joseph Balak, all whom I love dearly. I also… Larry Donnell Fourgurean, 47, of Low Moor, Va., died on Monday, November 10, 2008. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. Mary Elizabeth Fry, 87, of Lynchburg, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. Mickey Ann Garcia NORFOLK - Mickey Ann Garcia, 51, was born and raised in Alice, Texas. Her last row call was Nov. 8, 2008, at Memorial Herman Hospital in Katy, Texas. Mickey received a bachelor's degree from El Paso University and a master's degree from Texas Woman's University of Dallas. She was director of NSU Library and a member of the American Library Association. She inspired many and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her father, Juan Hinojosa. She is survived by her… James H. Ghee JAMESVILLE - Deacon James H. Ghee, 81, died Nov. 7, 2008. A funeral will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Promise Land Church of Christ Disciples of Christ. Puckett-Purkett Funeral Service Inc. is in charge. in 1998 and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Virginia Beach. She is survived by two daughters, Jodi Bowman and husband Lou and Michelle Lewis and husband David; sister, Mary Duncan; six grandchildren, Cori Paris, Joey Bowman, Scott Bowman, Davis Lewis, Jack Lewis and Jared Lewis; nephew, Chris Duncan; great-niece, Danielle Duncan; and many other nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Calvary Baptist Church, 4832 Haygood Road, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Jim "Bubba"… will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. Dr. John William (Bill) Giesen, 82, of Radford, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford, Va. Emma S. Goad, 78, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. Wade Campbell Graham Sr. , 87, of Blacksburg, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va. will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Virginia Beach United Methodist Church by the Rev. Ted E. David. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in the memory of Capt. Gray be made to the building fund of Virginia Beach United Methodist Church or the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 945 Virginia Beach, VA 23451., Charities will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Gregory, Luetta McNiel (Memoriam) and was an active member of NARVE. She was well known for her many letters of encouragement., Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.", Proverbs 31: 10-12, We miss your sweet smile, your cheerful "Hello", the twinkle in your eye, and your warm laughter., Collin, Gail and Ricky, Don and Janet Eleanor Beavers Griffin PORTSMOUTH - Eleanor Beavers Griffin, 86, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Nov. 10, 2008. She was a native of Richmond, a devoted member of Churchland Baptist Church and was a co-owner of Griffin Enterprises Inc. Mrs. Griffin was predeceased by her husband, Francis Gordon "Bubba" Griffin Sr. She is survived by her three sons, F. Gordon Griffin Jr. and his wife Beth of Suffolk, Charles E. Griffin Sr. of Chesapeake, Wayne… GRIFFIN, Eleanor Beavers, 86, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, November 10, 2008. She was a native of Richmond, a devoted member of Churchland Baptist Church and was a co-owner of Griffin Enterprises, Inc. Mrs. Griffin was predeceased by her husband, Francis Gordon (Bubba) Griffin Sr. She is survived by her three sons, F. Gordon Griffin Jr. and his wife, Beth, of Suffolk, Charles E. Griffin Sr. of Chesapeake, Wayne C. Griffin and his wife,… Hanson, Margaret Viola Albright HANSON, Margaret Viola Albright, 84, of Highland Springs, passed away November 8, 2008, one day after her 84th birthday. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Theodore Hanson Jr.; parents, John Franklin Albright and Margaret Yates Albright. She is survived by her three children, Dana Brent Hanson, Diane Hanson- Johnson and husband, Gerald, Oscar Theodore Hanson III; one grandson, Hunter James Johnson; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Hanson was a… Vernice E. Hardy CHESAPEAKE - Vernice E. Hardy, 85, of the 200 block of Thoroughbred Lane, went home to be with the Lord Nov. 7, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, William H. Hardy Sr. She was the daughter of the late Estelle Jernigan and Charles D. Love. She retired from the Norfolk City Schools and was a member of Mount Sinai United Holy Church. She is survived by her children, Gail R. Hardy-Boyd and William "Bill" H. Hardy Jr. (Kim). She has eight grandchildren and five… Jerry Wayne Harman, 58, of Bastian died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at Wythe County Community Hospital in Wytheville. Funeral service was held Monday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. at the Bastian Union Church with the Revs. Lee McIntosh and Paul Looney officiating. Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery at Bastian with Bland VFW Post 7969 conducting graveside military rites. He was born March 17, 1950, in Bluefield, W.Va., son of the late Charles Woodrow and Ruby Hancock Harman. He was preceded in death by a brother,… 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… Nov 12, 2008 Harriett L. Edwards, 64, of Martinsville, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Bassett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Bonnie Lamie Harris, 79, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2008, at her home. She was a member of the All for Jesus Church of God. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman B. Harris, a son, Ronnie R. Harris, twin infant sons, two brothers, and three sisters. Survivors include two sons, Stanley A. Harris and wife, Claudia, of Bristol, Tenn., and Scottie B. Harris and wife, Tammy, of Bluff City, Tenn.; daughter, Annie Allnut and husband, George, of Harpers Ferry, W.Va.; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Harris of… A funeral service for Deacon George N. Harris will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at First Baptist Church, 236 Harrison St., Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Tillman, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Eastview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 at the funeral establishment. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 10:30 a.m. at the church. The family will assemble at 10 a.m. at 2105 Anderson St., Petersburg,… Nov 12, 2008 The funeral for Harry R. Dillard, 73, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 7, 2008, was held Tuesday at Moral Hill Baptist Church at Axton. The Rev. Thurman O. Echols Jr. officiated. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Sandy Carter, Jessie Dodson, Alonzo Kirby, Curtis Niblett, John Preston and Billy Shelton. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements. HASKINS, Mary Ann, 85, died November 7, 2008. She was predeceased by her son, Wiley Haskins. She is survived by her sons, Charlie Haskins of Baltimore, Md., John Haskins (Patricia) and Terry Haskins (Sandra); daughters, Mary Rogers of Bridgeport, Conn., Melvena Hill (Joseph) and Sylvia Abdul- Basir (Saleem); a host of grandchildren, several devoted, Kenneth Cooper, Shanta Smith, Michael Cooper and Maryum Abdul-Basir; great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and… HAYNES, Frances, of 6040 Chestnut Hill Dr., Glen Allen, Va., departed this life Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B Street, Ashland. Funeral notice later. FEDabneyFuneralHome.com will be held in New Jersey for the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Virginia Beach Fire and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 945, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Arrangements are under the care of Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, VA 23608., Charities HEIDERMAN, Roy William, age 55, died in Oviedo, Fla., earlier this year on February 10, 2008. The family will have a graveside ceremony and interment of his remains on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 1 p.m., in the Moore Methodist Cemetery. The cemetery is located on the left-hand side of 360 West, approximately 17 miles west of the 288 and 360 West intersection, and 9-tenths of a mile west of Route 153. Roy is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Heiderman, their children and other family. In lieu of… Alvin Lee Henderson, 72, of Moneta, formerly of Wytheville, died Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008. Funeral service was held Friday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Monroe officiating. Interment was in the Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Dean Henderson and Beulah Umberger Henderson; sister, Frances Jean Hurst; and brother, James Russell Henderson. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Henderson of Moneta; three children… . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Foundation of First United Methodist Church, of which Mr. Henkel was a founding member. Send donations to: First United Methodist Church Foundation, 10246 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A funeral service for Ms. Hazel M. Hicks will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at Good News Baptist Church, 1920 Dupuy Road, Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. John Coleman, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 1:30 p.m. at the church. The family will assemble at 1 p.m. at 1640 Johnson Road, Apartment 121A, Petersburg, the day of the services. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms.… Hikes, Zenobia (Featured Guest Book) Zenobia Hikes, Virginia Tech's vice president for student affairs, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. She was 53. s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with the Rev. Bobby Sutphin and the Rev. Karl Hunter officiating. Interment will follow in the Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at the Mullins Funeral Home. The Hinkley family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com. Lavern "Sonny" Hoagland, age 61 of North Tazewell, Va., died Mon., Nov. 3, 2008 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn. Born Jan. 19, 1947 at Columbus, Ohio, he was a son of the late Lavern Winfield Hoagland and Thelma Dixon Hoagland. He was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and was a volunteer with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother. Survivors include his wife, Linda Hudson Hoagland; two… s will be held 9 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Fair View Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. will be conducted 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home, Hot Springs, Va. HOWE, Beverly Broach, of Richmond, Va., went to be with the Lord November 10, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Broach. She is survived by her loving daughter, Robin Roberts and her husband, Jason, of Providence Forge, Va.; two sisters, Linda Rice of Mechanicsville and Myra Broach of Chesterfield; two brothers, Robert L. Broach Jr. of Chesterfield and the Rev. Eugene Broach of Louden, Tenn.; and also one grandchild, Fortune. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.… HUDDLESTON, John Morton Jr., of Buckingham, went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2008. "Morton", "Moe", was born on December 27, 1929. He was the son of Ola Trent Huddleston and John Morton Huddleston Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Stout Huddleston; a son, John Morton Huddleston III; his father, John Morton Huddleston Sr.; and a brother, James Milton Huddleston. He is survived by his mother, Ola Trent Huddleston of Buckingham; a daughter, Katie Toney and fiance,… 10 a.m. Wednesday at Oakey's Funeral Home, South Chapel. Arrangements by Wood Funeral Home, Floyd. will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Roselawn Burial Park, Martinsville. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services. JOHNSON, Mary A, of Hanover, Va., departed this life November 11, 2008. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. JONES, Brian Gregory, 52, of 9744 Cedar Grove Way, died November 9, 2008 in Richmond. Born in Greenville County, he was a son of the late Fred Farr and Janelle Gambrell Jones. Brian was a graduate of Greenville High School and worked as a sales distributor. He had a passion for golf and had his heart attack on the golf course. Surviving are his wife, Myra Wilson Jones; one sister, Barbara J. Wilson of Greenville; and three brothers, Pat, Barry and Fred Jones, all of Greenville. Graveside services will be… JONES, Mrs. Mary Alice Perry, of Richmond, departed this life November 7, 2008. She is survived by a loving and devoted daughter, Felicia Harris; two sons, one devoted, Ancell Perry and Jeffrey Perry; 12 grand-children, three devoted, LaTara Scott, Tyrone Thomas Jr. and Barry Harris Jr.; eight great-grandchildren, one especially treasured, Maddison Aniyah Scott; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700, N. 25th Street. Remains will lie in… Peggy Jean Jones, 72, of Wytheville died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at her home. A memorial service was held Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with Father Kent Tarpley officiating. Her ashes will be interred later in the Earhart-Huddle Family Cemetery in the Huddle community of Wythe County. She was born in Thomasville, N.C., daughter of the late Arthur Dillon Jones and the late Lillie Wagner Jones Money. She attended Western Carolina University where she received a bachelor or arts… and visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rader Funeral Home in Daleville with Pastor Jim Williams officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Breast Cancer Society, Botetourt County Chapter. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home, Daleville. will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Jolliff United Methodist Church. The family would like all memorial gifts to be given to Jolliff United Methodist to go towards the building fund. Loving Funeral Home, Churchland, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be made at Memorial services for the Rev. Bill Keene will be held Mon., Nov. 10, 2008 at Souls Harbor Church in Belfast, Va. (Near Rosedale, Va.) Visitation and receiving of friends will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Service to start at 7:00 p.m. For more information, please contact the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home at 276-964-4042. Kennedy, Rev. Virginia Asbury Harmon (Sissy) Rev. Virginia (Sissy) Asbury Harmon Kennedy, age 65 of Richlands, Va., went home to be with her Lord Sun., Nov. 2, 2008. Born April 14, 1943 in Buchanan County, Va., she was the daughter of the late Oscar and Virgie Mae Asbury of West Virginia. She was a homemaker and proud wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and sister. She was an ordained evangelist and beloved attendee of many churches in the region. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters.… after working at the Administration Building at Oceana Naval Base. She enjoyed painting, writing poetry and sewing. In her later years, she and her husband John loved to square dance, travel and spend the summers in Frisco, N.C. She belonged to the Oceana High School Alumni Association and was a member of the Virginia Beach Methodist Church. A visitation will be held today from 6 to 8 p.m. at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Chapel. Her funeral will be held Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in the Virginia Beach… Mary R. Kraemer VIRGINIA BEACH - Mary Eunice "Sookie" Roseberry Kraemer entered into eternal rest Nov. 9, 2008. She was born May 25, 1923, in Norfolk. She grew up in Glenrock and attended Kempsville High School. She was a devout Catholic and loved her family dearly. She was the best mother in the world. She was married for 57 years to Walter C. Kraemer. She was predeceased by her husband; her parents, Mary and Ernest Roseberry; and a daughter, Dorothy Louise. She leaves behind to cherish her… Eileen Krupski of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on Sunday, November 9, 2008. Eileen is survived by her husband of 39 years, Peter Krupski; her daughter, Tracey Krupski; and son-in-law, Jeff Thompson; grandchildren, Riordan and Adelaide Thompson; brother, Jerry Grigonis and wife, Deborah; sister, Elizabeth Grigonis-Deane and husband, Frank Deane; and several nieces and nephews. Eileen's courageous battle against cancer never stopped her from putting family and friends… Infant Brayden Russell Lackey went to be with the Lord Oct. 23, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center. Brayden was preceded in death by his great grandfather, Russell E. King. He is survived by his mother, Diana Lackey; and his father, Jeff Chappell II; grandparents, Vicky and Steven Braverman, and Wesley and Dee Lackey; his great grandparents, Betty Belshan and John Belshan; great-great grandmother, Pauline Cole; aunt, Amber Lackey; uncles Keith Lackey, Kevin Lackey, and Rusty Owens; and a cousin,… will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Job's Cemetery in Aulander, N.C. The family will receive friends at Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel, today from 7 to 8 p.m. Please share a memory with the family at Mrs. Pauline James Baker Legard, 92, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, in the Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol, Tenn. She was a well-known Abingdon resident and had made her home at The Grand Court in Bristol, Va. She was born in Johnson City, Tenn., the daughter of the late William Henry Prescott Baker and Alta Mae Long Baker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Fewell Legard Sr.; one brother, William G. Baker; and two sisters, Elizabeth Baker Grant and Margaret Baker Beattie. She was a… George W. Letts VIRGINIA BEACH - George William Letts, 87, of the 5500 block of Colliss Ave., went to be with the Lord Nov. 9, 2008, in Norfolk. A native of Rowayton, Conn., he was the son of the late George Henry and Maybelle Ambler Letts. A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he was a sales manager for Exide and Douglas Batteries and a member of the American Legion Post No. 113, the AARP Kempsville Chapter No. 4212 and Kempsville Baptist Church. Mr. Letts was a member of the Arkansas Silver-Haired… will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to the and/or AIDS Healthcare Foundation. To celebrate the life of Maxine, please visit her Everlasting Memorial at www.mem.com. "With only a Mother's love could we learn to live, laugh, and love others the way she did each day of her entire life.", Charities Kerry W. (Wick) Lotts, 70, a well-known resident of Abingdon, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at the home of his mother-in-law, Mrs. Dora Mae Eggers, after a courageous 12-plus-years battle with cancer. He was born in Rockbridge County, Va., on Feb. 28, 1938, a son of the late Lloyd Newton Lotts and Pinkie Perkins Lotts Richardson. He and his family lived in the Natural Bridge and Blackstone areas during the early years of his life. He was a member of the Virginia Army National Guard and… will be held in Annapolis at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, or a charity of their choice. Online condolences to, Charities Fred Carroll Mabe, 70, of Taylors Valley passed away on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tenn. He was a native of Johnson County, Tenn., and was the son of the late Rufus and Bertha Mabe. He had lived in Taylors Valley for the past 44 years. Mr. Mabe retired from Columbus McKinnon Corporation in Damascus and was a member of the United Steel Workers of America. He had attended the Taylor Valley Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Jean Mabe; one daughter,… s will begin at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may take the form of a donation to ,, . Please sign the guestbook at, Charities MARTIN, Charles Nicholas, 28, of Hanover, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2008. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Nick Mills and Charles Martin. He was a member of the Virginia Corn and Soybean Growers Association and National Wild Turkey Federation. He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry Martin; children, Virginia, Michayla, Nicholas Andrew and Lynze Nicole; mother, Carol Ann Weinstock; father, Gary Martin and wife, Beckie; grandmothers, Geneva Mills and Mildred Martin; brother, Seth… s will be private. The Martin family is being served by Valley Funeral Service, 1609 Peters Creek Road, N.W., Roanoke, Va. 24017. 540-562-1182. s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, from Saint Elizabeth's Episcopal Church with the Reverend Becky Crites officiating. Interment will take place 1 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, from Oak Ridge Cemetery in South Boston. While flowers are appreciated, memorials may be made to Saint Elizabeth's Episcopal Church, 2339 Grandin Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24015, or The Roanoke Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 11525, Roanoke, Va. 24022. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on… s will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk., Charities s will be conducted by American Legion Post #311 in Pembroke and #68 in Narrows and VFW Post #6000 in Narrows. Allen Dale Williams, David McCall, Ariel Ramos, Ronny McCall, Anthony Dowdy, and Ronnie Lang will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to the Pembroke Christian Church, 517 Snidow St. in Pembroke. Online condolences may be sent to kendallfuneralhome.com. Meacham, Shirley Ten Broek (Hogg) s will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to the General Fund at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1831 Deyerle Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24018. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. in the church social hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the ., Charities s will be held 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. Gwen Moomaw passed away at Raleigh Court Healthcare Center on Monday, November 10, 2008. The former Miss Vernon Clarke was born in Mobile, Ala., on March 15, 1913; graduated from Wrights' Girls Preparatory School and the University of Alabama; took postgraduate work in retailing and personnel, and special training in management and efficiency. Prior to her marriage in 1944, she was State Supervisor of Distributive Education and Teacher Trainer for the State of Alabama. During World War II, she served in… MORRIS, Wendy, of Caroline County, departed this life November 10, 2008. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. MORRIS, Stuart B. Jr., passed away November 11, 2008. He was the son of the late Stuart B. and Beulah Morris. He retired from Western Electric Company. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Margaret "Polly" Morris; and son, Duane Morris. He is survived by son, David Morris; daughter, Debbie and husband, Doug Stoughton; and two granddaughters, Mandy and Shannon Stoughton; also second wife, Irene Matchunis Morris and her family, Melanie and David Skinner and their children, Jordan and Meghan… Dorothy L. Olds VIRGINIA BEACH - Dorothy L. "Dottie" Olds of the 1600 block of Kepler Road died Nov. 9, 2008, in Sentara Leigh Memorial Hospital. Born in Princess Anne County, now Virginia Beach, she was a supervisor for Chesapeake Service Systems. She was a member of St. Stephens COGIC where she was well known for her gospel singing. She is survived by an adopted son, Elder Roderick Rose (Caleta); and her bouncing baby boy, Courtney; father, Chairman Thomas Olds Sr.; five sisters, Evangelist… Mr. Ronald Lee Patterson, 67, of Rocky Mount, Va., died on Monday, November 10, 2008. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va. Nov 12, 2008 The funeral for Peach Wood, 82, formerly of Martinsville, who died Nov. 8, 2008, in Annandale, was held Tuesday at Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home with Dr. David Adkins officiating. Pallbearers were Bevan Meyers, Roger Gray, Chris Nelson, Matt Nelson, Ed Wood and Doug Wood. s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at the Bear Spring United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ronnie Duncan officiating. Burial in Birchlawn Burial Park, Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Eggleston Charge MYF, c/o Sharon Dunn, 1207 Gladewood Dr., Blacksburg, Va. 24060. Lena M. Perkins NORFOLK - Lena M. Perkins, 88, died Nov. 10, 2008, in the Salemtowne Retirement Community in Winston-Salem. She was formerly of the 8000 block of Lynnbrook Drive in Norfolk and lived in Norfolk from 1946 until she moved to an assisted living facility in North Carolina to be close to her daughter. She was born in Lynn, Mass., and was predeceased by her husband Edward, who retired from Norfolk and Southern Railroad. They were former members of the Tarrallton Seniors Club and bowled with the… PICARD, Lucille S., age 82, of Chesterfield, Va., passed away Monday, November 10, 2008. She was born January 10, 1926 in St. Gregoire, Quebec. She is survived by her loving husband, Reginald Picard; a daughter, Brigette Picard of Charlotte, N.C.; a son, Daniel Picard of Point Pleasant, N.J.; three grandchildren, Jennifer Whitaker and husband, Chris, Rachel and Forrest Gardner; one great-grandchild, Madison Whitaker; a brother, Rene Brousseau and wife, Nicole; a sister-in-law, Francine Lecompte; and several… PITTMAN, Mildred Davis, of Heathsville, died November 11, 2008 on her 89th birthday. Surviving are daughters, Jean P. Vaughan and Betty P. McKinley, both of Heathsville; grandchildren, Scott and Roger McKinley Jr., Woody and Todd Vaughan and April Baldwin; nine great- grandchildren; a sister, Thelma Edwards of Sandston. Funeral services 11 a.m. Friday at Currie Funeral Home, Kilmarnock. Interment Providence Baptist Cemetery, Miskimon. Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. RAFTERY, Gloria Ellin, 47, of Chesterfield, died Sunday November 9, 2008 after a long illness. She is survived by her husband, John; her parents, Frances and William Fass; and her brother, Robert and his wife, Lisa. In spite of her illness, Gloria and her service dog, Slurpie, touched the lives of all who knew her with her courage and positive outlook on life, no matter the obstacles the cup is always half full and never half empty. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at Dale Memorial Park,… was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Beaver Hill Cemetery, Edenton. Rowsom Funeral Home is in charge. at 11 a.m. in St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 1520 Canterbury Road, Raleigh, Friday, led by the Right Rev. Robert C. Johnson, the retired bishop of North Carolina and the Rev. Samuel Gregory Jones, the rector of St. Michael's. A reception will follow in the parish hall. A private burial will follow later in the family lot in Danville, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Blue Ridge Autism Center, P.O. Box 226, Blue Ridge, VA, 24064 or to The Food Bank of Central and… held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 1520 Canterbury Road, Raleigh, N.C., led by the Rt. Reverend Robert C. Johnson, the retired bishop of North Carolina and the Reverend Samuel Gregory Jones, the Rector of St. Michael's. A reception will follow in the parish hall. A private burial will follow later in the family lot in Danville, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Blue Ridge Autism Center, P.O. Box 226, Blue Ridge, Va. 24064 or… ROBERTSON, Gilda Rice, 80, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 9, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Hettie Byers Phelps and Charles Rice. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, William G. Robertson (retired after 25 years as supervisor at the Richmond Times-Dispatch); two sons, William G. "Billy" Robertson Jr. and his wife, Susan Garriques, of Covington, La., and Bryan Dale Robertson of Richmond; three grandchildren, William G. "Robby" Robertson III and… James A. Robinette, 73, of Vinton, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. Mrs. Naomi Roger of 19720 Thelma Ave., Ettrick, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, (804)732-7841. Rollison, Deacon Winston Richard ROLLISON, Deacon Winston Richard, of Richmond, entered eternal life November 9, 2008. Professional services of comfort entrusted to the Audrey White Ross POPLAR BRANCH - Audrey White Ross, 87, died Nov. 10, 2008. A funeral will be conducted Friday at 10 a.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel. Michael Carl Scott PORTSMOUTH - Michael Carl Scott, 54, passed away peacefully Nov. 8, 2008, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. A native of Portsmouth, he was the son of the late Leroy "Baby Lightning" Scott and Wilma Jones Scott. Michael attended Wilson High School. He was a former member of New Hope Baptist Church where he served as a soloist in the youth choir. He was predeceased by his brother, Kenneth Scott. He is survived by three sisters, Sheryl Stancil (Dorsey) of Columbus, Ga., Renee… A funeral service for Ms. Donna J. Scott will be held at 2 p. m., Friday, Oct. 31, 2008 at the chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. Douglas Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Jones Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 19600 Little Road, Petersburg and may be contacted by calling (804) 590-2593. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Scott online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may… s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. will be held at a future date. Gallop Funeral Services Inc. is in charge. Nov 12, 2008 The funeral for Sherita P. Ziglar, 23, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 3, 2008, was held Tuesday at Refuge Temple Ministries with Elder Avery Preston officiating. Burial was in the Reid-Ziglar family cemetery at Spencer. Pallbearers were Keedean Dodson, Andre Richardson, Cain Ingram, Antwon Johnson, Kevin Spencer, Darius Craighead and Lester Smith. Arrangements were by Hines Funeral Services. Barry D. Simmons of Petersburg was called home Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008 at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was born Feb. 6, 1955 to the late Alice B. Simmons. He was the grandson of the late Alice S. Wiggins and John Wiggins. He had lived at the Golden Living Center, Petersburg, formally known as Walnut Hill Convalescent Center, since 1993 where he was nurtured and supported by a very caring nursing home staff. He also enjoyed his day program at the Mary Carter Beacon House four days a week where he was… Charles Arthur (Ikey) Simmons, 50, of Millboro, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va. Kathleen Ann Sizemore, 62, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on Monday, November 10, 2008. Kathy's courageous battle with cancer never stopped her from putting her family and friends first. She was a volunteer EMT for Windsor Rescue Squad and Mount Pleasant First Aid Crew. Kathy volunteered at the VA Medical Center in Salem and was a member of Our Lady Of Nazareth Catholic Church, where she served on the fellowship committee. Kathy was preceded in death by her… Timothy Richard Smith, 45, of Prince George, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 at his residence. He was the son of the late Yvette Maria Milos Procida and Clifford Charles Smith. He was the manager of a local service station. Survivors include three brothers, Glenn, Barry and Craig Smith; two sisters, Karen Newton and Naomi Wilson; three nephews, Phillip, Shane and Christopher; eight nieces, Caprice, Kristen, Elissa, Christine, Jennifer, Stephanie, Victoria and Elizabeth; two great nephews, Gavyn and Carter; two… SMITH, Willie B., of Richmond, departed this life November 11, 2008. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue. Funeral notice later. W. Kelley Soles NORFOLK - Chief Boilerman Technician William Kelley Soles, U.S. Navy retired, 68, died Nov. 10, 2008, at his residence. A native of Broxton, Ga., Kelley was a Vietnam veteran and was predeceased by his father, Wade Soles. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 38 years, Janet Munroe Soles; his son, J. Andrew Soles of Suffolk; his mother, Maxine Soles Andrews; two sisters, Margaret S. Radner and Shirley S. Rivers, all of Broxton; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be… Mabel Long Soucek, 77, of Radford, Va., passed away on Monday, November 10, 2008. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford, Va. will be held noon on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The Rev. Jake Huffman will officiate. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. . Burial will follow in the Lindsey � Marshall Cemetery. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is in charge of funeral arrangements. will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. Burial will be private. Online condolences may be made at Velma G. Taylor, 90, of Roanoke, Va., and formerly of Montvale, died on Sunday, November 2, 2008. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va. 1 p.m. Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel. THOMAS, Mrs. Eugenia R., formerly of S. Meadow Street, departed this life November 8, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren R. Thomas. She is survived by one daughter, Angela Eskridge (Don); two sons, Eugene Sr. (Sheila S.) and Wayne Sr. (Sheila M.) Thomas; four grandchildren, Eugene Jr. (Tia), Wayne Jr., Joseph Thomas and Martin Wilson; one great-granddaughter, Leah Thomas; one sister, Bernice Scott; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; one sister-in-law, Martha Thomas; and other… THOMPSON, Marijuana M. "Pimp," departed this life November 6, 2008. He is survived by two children, Tajuan Martin and Tjuana Leatherwood of Tusca-loosa, Ala.; his mother, Mildred Thompson; father, Henry Polk of Jacksonville, Fla.; maternal grandmother, Theresa Turner; brother, Mario Polk of Jacksonville, Fla.; a host of aunts and uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, 12 noon, at the United… TRAINUM, Carroll Burgess Sr., formerly of Charlottesville, died in his Palmyra home Sunday, November 9, 2008. He was born in Meltons, Va., February 16, 1923. He was preceded in death by his parents, George W. and Bessie Snead Trainum; seven brothers and four sisters. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Mary Elizabeth Conrad Trainum; three sons and their wives, Steve and Wanda Trainum, Carroll B. Trainum Jr. and Barbara Olin, and Bill and Jan Trainum; two sisters, Eugenia Bumpass of Mineral and Norma… Herman Stephen Turk Sr., 83, of Roanoke, Va., passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord on Monday, November 10, 2008. During World War II, he served in the United States Navy. He came to the Roanoke Valley in 1950 to work with Kenrose, later was employed at Oak Hall Cap and Gown and served as plant manager for Halmode Apparel until his retirement in 1989., Mr. Turk was a longtime member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church. He was an avid bowler at All Star Lanes., He was predeceased by his parents,… Beatrice Hardy Turner, 80, of Colonial Heights, Va., formerly of College Park, Md., passed away on Monday, Nov. 10, 2008. She was the widow of Mason T. Turner, the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Dray Hardy, and was predeceased by a sister, Mary Martin; and two brothers, Robert and George Hardy. Mrs. Turner is survived by two daughters, Diane O'Dell and husband, Ken of Colonial Heights, Va., Lynne Adams and husband, Ray of Woodbridge, Va.; six granddaughters, Jennifer, Meghan, and Becca O'Dell… Richard Arthur Brock Sr. Richard Arthur Brock Sr., 84, of Huddleston, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salem. He was born in Lancaster, N.Y., on April 9, 1924, a son of the late Arthur Ira Brock and Florence Louella Lewis Brock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Mary Brock, and his brother, Roger J. Brock. Richard was a retired facilities manager for McDermott Inc. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during World War II, where he… WALKER, Clara Hershey, of Richmond, died November 10, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Henry Walker; a son, Donald Hershey and his wife, Sherry; two grandsons, Gregory Shawn and Joseph Hershey, both of South Hill; two granddaughters, Shaunna Grishaw and Angel Thompson; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret Dean of Romney, W.Va.; and several beloved nieces and nephews. Her remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where the family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and… 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.… .com. The Wallace family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. WALLER, Cora H., of 2205 Fairmount Avenue, died November 11, 2008. Remains rest at Scott-Lightfoot Funeral Home, 3021 "N" Street. Funeral notice later. WARD, Steven Ronald, of Roanoke, Va., departed this life on November 7, 2008. A native of Richmond, Va., Steve was born on April 11, 1948 and was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Francis Ward. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Gail Hasselmann Ward; in-laws, John and Verna Hasselmann of Roanoke; sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Jerry Eyster of Southport, Conn.; brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Judy Ward of Chandler, Ariz.; and half-brother, William L. Ward of Augusta, Ga. In addition, Steve… Mabel Hunt Watson, 95, of Salem, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441. Dianne Joan (Boreiszo) White was taken from us suddenly at the Southside Regional Medical Center on Nov. 8, 2008 after a brief illness. She was born March 13, 1943 in Milltown, N.J. After Attending the New Brunswick High School she attended Marietta College for two years and then graduated from Penn State University with a BS in Education. After graduating college, Dianne worked for NBC in New York City before joining Pan American World Airlines as a flight attendant and purser, where she never tired of… 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at Sunset Cemetery. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Service, 540-382-2612. WHITEHEAD, Richard Lee "Rip," of Richmond, departed this life November 10, 2008. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. Alice F. Whitley SMITHFIELD - Alice Faye Whitley, 63, passed away Nov. 10, 2008, in Sentara Obici Hospital. She was a native and lifelong resident of Isle of Wight County. Alice was an owner/operator of The Twin's Olde Towne Inn for 41 years. She enjoyed serving numerous meals to friends and patrons of the establishment. Alice also enjoyed her friends of the American Legion and Bingo, and the Bunco group that met monthly at the restaurant. Preceded in death by her father, Joel Alton Whitley, Alice… WICKHAM, Henry Taylor, 88, of Richmond, died November 10, 2008. Mr. Wickham is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Margaret Gearing Wickham; three daughters and their husbands, Wallis and Dan Raemer of Brookline, Mass., Lisa and Richard Haskell of Richmond and Mason Wickham and Edwin Zawadski of Brooklyn, N.Y.; one son and his wife, George and Mary Wickham of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Taylor and Whit Farnum, Maggie Raemer, Clayton and William Wickham, Ela and Claire Zawadski; and five… Worley, Margaret Amelia Cornett Atkins Margaret Amelia Cornett Atkins Worley, 99, of Floyd, Va., passed away on Monday November 10, 2008. A private Family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in June. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to The Southern Poverty Law Center or U.N.I.C.E. F. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.maberryfuneralhome.com WRENN, Thomas Herbert, 89, of Emporia, widower of Elaine Braswell Wrenn, died Monday, November 10, 2008. Survivors include his wife, Virginia Buckner Wrenn; son, Thomas Herbert Wrenn Jr. of Fredericksburg, Va.; daughter, Patricia Wrenn Ligon of Emporia; sister, Shelby Wray of Bristow, Va.; four grandchildren, Michael Wrenn of Fredericksburg, Va., Kevin Wrenn of London, England, Brian Ligon and Shelly Ligon, both of Emporia; four stepchildren, Lois Buckner Rook of Roanoke Rapids, N.C., Kay Buckner Lynch,… Brenda S. Young NORFOLK - Brenda Loretta Stutts Young, 61, died Nov. 7, 2008. A graveside funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Oakdale Cemetery. Paul Funeral Home of Washington in charge. 3 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2008, Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home, Bedford. Floyd Woodlyn Zember ONANCOCK - Floyd Woodlyn "Woodie" Zember, 81, died Nov. 9, 2008. A funeral will be held today at 1 p.m. in Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. |
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