Mary Arthur Adams, 96, of Bedford, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. Family visitation Friday, November 14, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2008, at Updike Funeral Chapel, Huddleston, Va. |
ADKINS, Hazel Rosette, 84, of Providence Forge, departed this life November 12, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, P.A. Adkins; and her daughters, Janice and Janet Adkins and Shelia Jones. She was also preceded in death by two grandsons, Gerald Jr. and Richie Adkins. She is survived by two sons, Gerald (Laura) and Charles (Gail); three daughters, Diane, Helen (Hubert), Marcia (Charles); 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great- great-grandchild; three sisters- in-law, Maggie Jones, Mae Cannada, Elizabeth Austin; three brothers in-law, Joe, Frankie and Robert Adkins. Rosette leaves behind a host of devoted relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4560 Laburnum Ave. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2008 at Samaria Baptist Church. Interment to follow in church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 96280, Washington, D.C. 20090. |
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Nov 13, 2008 The funeral for Albert Rush Fulcher, 91, of Collinsville, who died Nov. 10, 2008, was held Wednesday at Community Funeral Home in Stuart with Pastor David Westmoreland officiating. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens. Director Kelly Ratcliff performed a flag presentation. Pallbearers were Carl Wyatt, Junior Cassady, Donald Ashby, Wilfred Fulcher, Calvert Fulcher, Tom DeBusk and Kenny Nowlin. |
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Nov 13, 2008 The funeral for Alfred Monroe Hodge, 98, of Axton, who died Nov. 6, 2008, was held Wednesday at Hines Funeral Services with the Rev. Thurman O. Echols Jr. officiating. Burial was in the Swanson family cemetery in Axton. Pallbearers were Aubrey Preston, Franklin Millner, Joe Louis Hairston, Matthew Brown, Bernard Swanson and Napoleon Redd. |
ALLISON, Frances Louise Orr, age 63, of Amelia, formerly of South Hill, passed from this life on November 11, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Charles; her son, Stuart Powell of Chesterfield; daughter, Carol McCraw; sister, Barbara Taylor of Henderson, N.C. Visitation at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St., in Amelia, 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday. Funeral services Friday, 1 p.m., at LaCrosse Baptist Church, with burial following in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation at the church one hour prior to the service. |
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 family will receive friends on Thursday, November 13, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad St. A funeral service will be conducted on Friday, November 14, at 11 a.m. at Goochland Baptist Church. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. |
James M. Ames MACHIPONGO - James Myers Ames, 82, died Nov. 11, 2008. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Red Bank Baptist Church, Marionville, Va. Fox & James Funeral Home, Eastville, is in charge. |
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. She returns to Brooklyn for eternal rest. |
Joe Arrick CONWAY, S.C. - Joe Arrick, 61, formerly of Rich Square, N.C., died Nov. 9, 2008. A funeral will be held Sunday at 11 a.m. in Wilder's Funeral Home Chapel, Rich Square. |
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BATTLE, Shawn A., departed this life November 5, 2008. He is survived by his loving and devoted family. His remains may be viewed at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., Friday at 12 noon, followed by funeral services at 1 p.m. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. |
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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 Ave., Richmond, Va. A graveside service will be held at Hebrew Cemetery, 5th and Hospital Street, at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 13. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23226, the Cairns Aquatic Fund at the Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226, or a charity of your choice. |
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Gary Lee Boyd PORTSMOUTH - Gary Lee Boyd, 51, died Nov. 10, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Mount Nebo RZUA Church. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. |
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, drive 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 mate, an eager traveler and caregiver. We will all miss her ready smile, the heartfelt praise and the wise counsel which would always make everything all right. Me Ma, Mom or Sweetie, we will all miss you deeply, but we are comforted that you are in the loving arms of the Lord. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of seven years, Robert D. Breeding; three sons and spouses, Donn Lee and wife Freya, David Lee and wife Tammy and Eric Lee and wife Sherri; a daughter, Elinor Lee Cunniff; a brother, Maurice Newton and wife Ruby; six grandchildren, Kristen Moore and husband Michael and his son Dalton, Kaitlyn Lee, Rachel Lee, Tyler Cunniff, Parker Lee, Shelby Cunniff; a sister-in-law, Peggy Newton; and a stepson, Russell Breeding. She was preceded in death by her parents, A. Judson Newton Sr. and Nell Little; a brother, A. Judson Newton Jr.; and a stepdaughter, Elaine L. Bunn. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today in Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. A celebration of life will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday in Nimmo United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Virginia Beach SPCA, Norfolk Zoo or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com., Charities |
BRENNAN, Kenneth Russell, 70, of Richmond, died November 11, 2008. He is survived by four children, Terry Brennan, Beverly Mason, Regina Blystone and Sandra Phan; one brother, Ray Brennan; seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several close friends. His family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Maury Cemetery. |
Richard Arthur Brock Sr., 84, of Huddleston, Va., died November 9, 2008. Mass of Resurrection 2 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2008, Resurrection Catholic Church, Moneta. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Service, 540-586-7360. |
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BROWNING, James J., 71, of Glen Allen, Va., died Sunday, November 2, 2008, at Retreat Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie M. and Ethel Browning. He is survived by two brothers, Robert E. Pratt (Ada) of Salem, Va., and John I. Pratt (Pat) of Henrico, Va. Other survivors include one niece, one nephew, two aunts and several cousins. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 14, at Westhampton Memorial Park. |
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will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Dr. Wayne Sellers officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 13, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider the Waverly Place Baptist Church, 1407 Kenwood Blvd., S.E., Roanoke, Va. 24013. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
CARTER, Curtis Gray, 80, of Richmond, widower of Evelyn B. Carter, passed away November 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Randy and Steve Carter. He is survived by two daughters, Shirley Carter Pfeil and her husband, Bill, Barbara Carter Oliver and her husband, Steve; grandchildren, Michelle O. Tuck and her husband, Chris, Neal Oliver, Will Pfeil and his wife, Stephanie, and Andrew Pfeil; four brothers, James, Robert, John, and William Carter; and many other family and friends. He was a retired captain from the City of Richmond Fire Department. His family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. The family wishes to express thanks for the compassionate care provided by the nursing staff of Ginter Hall South and Hospice Community Care. |
Elizabeth Natalie DeHart Carter, 90, a resident of Brandon Oaks in Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Walker Randolph Carter Jr. They were married for 53 years. She was the daughter of the late Emily Rose and Gabriel Gates DeHart Sr., and during her lifetime was a resident of Salem and Roanoke, Va. She was also predeceased by four brothers Gabriel Gates (G.G.) DeHart Jr., Lloyd Elmore DeHart, George Rae (Red) DeHart, and Eugene Overacre DeHart., She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Emilee and Gordon (Ted) Garman, of Roanoke, Va.; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Dan Eitner, of Smith Mountain Lake; and daughter and son-in-law, Natalie and Dudley Woody, of Roanoke. She was a sweet and loving "Mimi" to her granddaughters, Emilee (Lee) Garman, Natalie (Cathie) Garman Shellnut and husband, Ricky, Lauren Woody Pickens and husband, Jim, of Gainsville Ga., and Nancy and Michelle Woody, of Roanoke, Va.; a stepgrandson, Steven Eitner, of Rocky Mount; and stepgranddaughter, Brianne Eitner, of Wake, N.C. She is also survived by three greatgrandchildren, Mikah Secrist, Julian and Isabella Shellnut, of Roanoke, Va. Also surviving are beloved and dear nieces and nephews, Betty Lloyd Stanley and husband, Levon, of Melbourne, Fla., Susan O'Hara and husband, Pat, of New York, Gates DeHart Ill and Thomas DeHart, of Roanoke, Va., and George Rae DeHart Jr., of New York., She and her husband, Walker, were the first residents to move into Brandon Oaks 15 years ago. She loved her life there, enjoyed being an active resident serving on numerous committees, and always looked forward to meeting new residents with her warm and welcoming personality. She was a very active and long time member of South Roanoke United Methodist Church which she dearly loved. Many years ago she and her husband served on the Search Committee to establish what is now Alta Mons Methodist Camp. She was a member and past president of the Women's Club of Roanoke, past member of Thursday Morning Music Club, and enjoyed attending the Roanoke Symphony performances. She attended Roanoke College, and was a graduate of Virginia Intermont College and Radford College. She was an early childhood educator, starting kindergartens in several Methodist churches in Roanoke. She was a master teacher in the Roanoke City School pilot kindergarten program establishing public school kindergartens. Being the loving mother and accomplished teacher earned her the honor of being named Mother of the Year in Education in 1979., 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at South Roanoke United Methodist Church in Roanoke, Va., with the Reverend Bill Davidson officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to South Roanoke United Methodist Church, Roanoke, Va. |
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Clinton E. Cherry ROPER - Clinton Earl Cherry, 72, native of Plymouth, died Nov. 9, 2008. A funeral will be Friday at 1 p.m. in Long Ridge Missionary Baptist Church. Puckett-Purkett Funeral Service Inc. in charge. |
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, at Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Interment will be in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations should be sent to Walnut Grove Baptist Church, 7046 Cold Harbor Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 for the Youth to Attend Summer Camp. Please make a note on check to the Youth Group Summer Camp. |
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 flowers, donations may be made to Ramsey Memorial United Methodist Church, 5900 Hull Street Rd., Richmond, Va. 23224. |
CLARKE, Virginia Catherine, 83, of Ashland, Va., went home to be with the Lord Sunday, November 9, 2008. She is survived by five sons, William, George Jr. (Joyce), Charles, Michael (Liz) and Tyrone; one foster son, Charles Cook; two daughters, Eloise (Joseph) Foster and Mary Jones; two foster daughters, Mable Jones and Patricia Cook; one sister, Sarah Winston; one sister-in-law, Lillie Claiborne; numerous devoted nieces and nephews, 29 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter; and devoted friend, Lucille Walker. Homegoing services will be held Friday, November 14, 1 p.m., at the Shiloh Baptist Church, 106 South James St., Ashland. Pastor Michael Shannon officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. Online condolences can be made at fedabneyfuneralhome.com. |
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CONNER, Clarence M. Jr. "Clem", 76, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at his home, November 6, 2008, surrounded by his family. He graduated from Roanoke College, and was a member of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity. After service in the Army during the Korean War, he went to T.C. Williams School of Law (U. of R.), and received his J.D. He was an attorney for the IRS, Virginia Chemical, and Legislative Services, which he retired from in 1995. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Betty Jean Slate Conner; two daughters, Susan S. Conner and Katherine Conner Cook (Ed); three granddaughters, Elizabeth, Caroline and Anna Cook; two brothers, Thomas L. Conner of Kentucky and Franklin K. Conner of California; a brother-in-law, James R. Slate Sr. (Liz); and a sister-in-law, Martha S. Thornhill, all of Richmond; and many nieces and nephews. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the home of Katherine & Ed Cook. The family wishes to thank the many caregivers at Bon Secours Hospice, and, in lieu of flowers, requests that memorial contributions be sent to the Bon Secours Hospice Fund, 8580 Magellan Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23227. |
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Audrey Alberta Cooper, 90, of Blacksburg, Va., and formerly of Moneta, Va., died on Sunday, November 9, 2008. The daughter of the late Rev. William M. Cooper and Lottie H. Cooper, she was born in Richmond, Va. She was preceded in death by a dearly beloved cousin, Horace G. Dunford Jr. Audrey was a graduate of Florida State University, and worked most of her career as Camp Administrator for the Girl Scouts of Rochester and Genesee Valley, N.Y., and previously in Baltimore, Md. She is survived by cousins, Richard L. Dunford and wife, Ina, of Blacksburg, Va., and Marian D. Haynes, of Richmond Va. She will be buried on Friday, November 14, 2008, in Richmond, Va. Audrey requested that memorials be made to The Warm Hearth Benevolence Endowment, 2607 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg, Va. 24060. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va.. |
Flora E. Copeland VIRGINIA BEACH - Flora E. Copeland went on to glory Nov. 10, 2008. She was born and raised in Pittsburgh. Flora's prestigious career with the International Woodworkers of America included serving as president of a union of IWA and being elected to serve on the executive board serving Virginia, West Virginia, North and South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. She was an active member of The Village Church, where she served on many ministries. She is survived by her husband, Norwood Copeland; sister, Callister Daily and brother, Leroy Goodman. Flora was loving mother to Robert and his wife Jan, Kenneth and his wife Sylvia, Denise and her husband Ralph, Eugene and George and his wife Lanie. She had 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grands, many nieces and nephews, a host of "adopted" sons and daughters and special friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at Riddick Funeral Service, 1225 Norview Ave., Norfolk. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in The Village Church, 4013 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park., Charities |
COURTNEY, Geraldine C., of Richmond, entered into eternal life November 6, 2008. Left cherishing her memory are two daughters, Clarissa Hayes (Monteal) and Ruth Gordon; son, William A. Gordon Jr.; eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, one son-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Homegoing services will be held 1 p.m. Friday at the Brunson's Funeral Chapel. Pastor Geneva Austin officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. |
CRAWLEY, Maynard O. Sr., departed this life on Veterans Day, November 11, 2008. He was predeceased by his wife, Velma V. Crawley; and brother, Waverly Robert Crawley Jr. He is survived by four sons, Maynard Jr. (Pearl), Lamont, Aldric (IbeBulinda), Terence Crawley (Lanel); one daughter, Alison R. Wilson (Dannie Sr.); seven grandchildren; one brother, Leon Crawley (Jane); two sisters, Audrey Anderson (Ezra) and Helen Hawkins; two brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law; devoted companion, Stephanie Watts; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where the family will receive friends Thursday (tonight), 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, 1 p.m., at Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church, 1408 W. Leigh St. Dr. Alonza L. Lawrence officiating. Interment Riverview. Mr. Crawley was a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with over 26 years of service to his country. He also served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service. |
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celebrating Richard's life will be on Friday, November 14, 2008 at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Roanoke's "Faith Chapel"conducted by the Rev. Dr. Bryan E. Smith and the Rev. Dr. Bill Ashford. Internment will be at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Oakey's Roanoke Chapel is handling funeral arrangements, 540-982-2100. |
In Loving Memory of Chesley C. CUNNINGHAM 06-14-1919 11-13-2007, In life we loved you dearly;, In death we do the same., It broke our hearts to lose you;, You did not go alone;, For part of us went with you,, That day God called you home., You left us peaceful memories,, Your love is still our guide;, And though we cannot see you,, You are always at our side., Our family chain is broken,, And nothing seems the same,, But as God calls us one by one,, The chain will link again., Deeply missed and loved forever,, Your Loving Family,, Martha, David and Darlene, Nancy and Marvin, Steven, Scott, Grandchildren and, Great-Grandchildren |
Fay Lalette Evans Daniel, 83, of Lynchburg, Va., died on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424. |
Samuel Price Davis Sr., 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, November 10, 2008. Celebration of Life will be held noon on Thursday, November 13, 2008, in the Simpson Funeral Chapel, Roanoke, 540-366-0707. |
In Loving Memory of Julia Hall DeMole On this 13th Anniversary, Sadly missed and, dearly loved forever, Your Family |
Jean Belle Doughty EXMORE - Jean Belle Nottingham Doughty, 79, wife of the late R.C. "Jack" Doughty Jr. and a resident of Exmore, passed away Nov. 12, 2008. A native of Belle Haven, Mrs. Doughty was the daughter of the late Jennings Wise and Lillian Mapp Nottingham. Mrs. Doughty was a retired funeral director, a member of Belle Haven United Methodist Church and Northampton Chapter No. 2 OES. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Jennings Bell and her husband Waymon of Belle Haven; a son, Guy J. Doughty and his wife Joyce of Concord Wharf; four grandchildren, Ross W. Bell of Belle Haven, Jennifer B. Ross and her husband P.G. of Exmore, Megan B. Doughty of Richmond, Morgan E. Doughty of Blacksburg; five grandchildren; and a faithful and loving pet, Casey. A funeral will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore, with the Rev. Judith G.F. Worthington officiating. Interment will follow in the Belle Haven Cemetery. Family will join friends Saturday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Belle Haven United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 37, Belle Haven, VA 23306 or Hospice and Palliative Care of the Eastern Shore, P.O. Box 316, Parksley, VA 23421. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities |
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 |
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James C. Edwards SEDLEY - James Cecil Edwards, 76, went to be with his heavenly Father Nov. 11, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. A native of Southampton County, he was the son of the late Crawley Cecil and Athie Jones Edwards. Cecil was a retired farmer and retired Southampton County sheriff's deputy. He was a member of Black Creek Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, RA leader, treasurer and church moderator. For several years, he was a National Guardsman. He served on the first board of directors at Southampton Academy in 1969. Cecil was a charter member in 1955 of the Black Creek-Burdette Ruritan Club, a member of the Black Creek Hunt Club and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge No. 56. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 52 years, Jean Talmage Edwards; two daughters, Lisa E. Danielson and Deborah E. Johnson and husband Michael, all of Sedley; four grandchildren, Adam Danielson and Clay Oakley, Benjamin and Megan Johnson, all of Sedley; one sister, Jacqueline E. Bly and cousin, Charlotte E. Whitley of Franklin; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Cecil was predeceased by a sister, Lessie Mae Beale. The funeral will be conducted Friday at 2 p.m. in Wright Funeral Home with the Rev. Willis Switzer and the Rev. Greg Kitts officiating. Interment will follow in Black Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the funeral home and suggests memorials be made to the , c/o Ms. Kathy Worrell, 717 Fairview Drive, Franklin, VA 23851 or the National ALS Association, 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 150, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301-5104. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Alan Edwards, Dr. Michael Ponder, Amy Carr, RN, and the Southampton Memorial Hospice/Home Healthcare Staff. Condolences may be offered at |
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s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va. |
EGGLESTON, John A., age 82, entered into eternal rest suddenly on Wednesday, November 5, at his residence in Amelia, Va. He is survived by son, John H. Eggleston; daughter, Cozetta Eggleston and Eloise (Howard) Dickerson; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Pearl Lee Eggleston; four sisters-in-law; host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral service Friday, November 14, 1 p.m. Little Union Baptist Church. Rev. Anthony Ray, pastor and Rev. Donald Johnson, eulogist. V.Y. Scott Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
ELLIS, Mark B., 62, of Mechanicsville, Va., died November 10, 2008. Formerly of Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late Wayne P. Ellis Jr. and Eunice Lucille (Miller) Ellis. Surviving are his wife, Evelyn I. (Prentice) Ellis; a brother, Wayne Phillip Ellis III of Melrose, Mass.; and a nephew, Wayne Phillip Ellis IV of Vienna, Va. Viewing Friday, November 14, between 10 and 11 a.m. in Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, 701 Derstine Ave., Lansdale, Pa., followed by graveside service in the Churchyard of The Washington Memorial Chapel, Valley Forge, Pa. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Corsa CPF, P.O. Box 607, Lemont, Ill. 60439. |
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. |
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Nov 13, 2008 The funeral for Elsie Marie Ross, 68, of 15 Laketree Drive, Martinsville, who died Nov. 9, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Penn officiating. Burial will be in New Design Pentecostal Holiness Church cemetery in Rocky Mount. Friends will be received at Galilee church for one hour before the service Friday and other times at 957 Flat Rock Road, Martinsville. Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements. |
s will be private. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Sherwood Memorial Park. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem, Va. |
at West Radford Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Mr. Bob Chapman, Mr. Tom Hale, Dr. Richard Harshberger, Mr. Dennis Sayers, Dr. Bill Stephenson, and Mr. Bill Vinion, and Mr. Henry Lindsey will serve as an honorary pallbearer. Bill Giesen will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He will be warmly remembered by the numerous patients he touched through his medical practice. Arrangements are being handled by DeVilbiss Funeral Home in Radford, Va. For more information, please call 540-639-2422. |
s 3 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2008, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel and Crematory, 540-982-2100. |
1 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Old Bell Spur Church. Arrangements by Vaughan Guynn McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va. |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mike Woody officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to Carilion New River Valley Hospice, 707 Randolph St., Suite 251, Radford, Va. 24141 or to the , c/o Mrs. Betty Basham-Chairman, 200 Evans St., Christiansburg, Va. 24073. Friends may call anytime after noon on Thursday, November 13, 2008, and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evening at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, S.W., Blacksburg, Va. |
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Juanita Grosskopf CHESAPEAKE - Juanita Grosskopf, 69, passed away Nov. 12, 2008. Arrangements pending. Johnson Funeral and Cremations, Rocky Mount, is in charge. |
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Zenobia Hikes, Virginia Tech's vice president for student affairs, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. She was 53. |
HIMES, Stephen Douglas, 55, of Stafford, Va., died Sunday, November 9, 2008. Mr. Himes worked at the McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, Va. Survivors include his wife, Joy "Cookie" Himes; daughter, Joy Leach and her son, Thomas, of Stafford; son, Joseph Himes and his wife, Kristy, and their daughter, Kortney, of King George County, Va.; sister, Cindy Meadows of Reva, Va.; brother, Cary Himes of Ashburn, Va. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 14 at Covenant Funeral Service, Stafford. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 13 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, Memorials Processing Center, Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058. Online guest book at covenantfuneralservice.com. |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford, Va. |
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William David (Bill) Hurt, 60, of Callaway, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel & Crematory, 540-989-3131. |
JASPER, Mary Simms. On Sunday, November 9, 2008 the loving hand of God compassionately called Mary Simms-Jasper "Daughter" to be with Him. Her remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave. Funeral notice to come. |
JAYNES, Virginia L., born September 16, 1939, in Saluda, Virginia, unto Pauline Johnson and the late Grant Johnson. She departed this life Monday, November 10, 2008. Virginia was baptized in and joined Antioch Baptist Church at the age of nine. Her first formal education began in Middlesex County and was completed in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where for twenty-nine years she made her home. During the past twenty-six years, she has lived in Richmond, Virginia. Virginia is survived by her only child, a loving and devoted daughter, Anna Jaynes; and grandson, Darren "Christopher" Greene II of Woodbridge, Virginia; her mother, Pauline E. Johnson of Churchview, Virginia; one sister, Ruth L. Colquit of Richmond, Virginia; brother, Grant R. Johnson of Churchview; one uncle, William (Zulee) Johnson; one aunt, Tula Johnson; one uncle-in-law, Albert Strong; one nephew, Arthur L. Colquit; one niece, Monica Colquit; one great-nephew, Sean Saunders; and many cousins and friends. The memorial service will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2008, at the Antioch Baptist Church, Saluda. Interment in the church cemetery. Service of comfort by the J.K. Redmond Funeral Home. |
William F. Johnson NORFOLK - William F. Johnson, 70, of the 2700 block of Beachmont Ave., died Nov. 7, 2008. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. today in Hale Funeral Home. |
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s will be conducted 3 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, from the graveside, Evergreen Burial Park, with the Reverend Donna Hopkins Britt officiating. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. |
KING, Julia J. of Ashland, Va. departed this life November 12, 2008. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. |
KING, Virginia P., died November 12, 2008. Call 434-447-7171 or go to www.crowderhitecrews.com for obituary. |
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Elizabeth M. Lindsey CHESAPEAKE - Elizabeth Murphy Lindsey-Hauser, 86, passed away Nov. 7, 2008. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. today in Chesapeake Avenue United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Oman Funeral Home and Crematory, Great Bridge Chapel, Chesapeake. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at |
Wayne P. Logan, 57, of Gretna, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va. |
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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 |
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1937 ~ 2008 Following a lengthy illness, Suzanne Heath Manges has gone to be with her Lord on October 16, 2008, concluding the earthbound life of a wonderful, warm and generous woman. Suzanne was born on November 29, 1937, in Blacksburg, Va. She was loved by many, adored and looked upon as a mentor by young people. She had a love for education and was very accomplished in her life. Suzanne spent a brief time in California, but had a love for the Rocky Mountains, so in the 1990's she moved to Denver, Colo., where from her balcony, she could see the Rockies. She spent her remaining years in Denver. Suzanne will be dearly missed by her family and friends. |
will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Norview United Methodist Church with the Rev. Joseph Shepherd officiating. Interment will be private in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the memorial fund of Norview United Methodist Church, 1112 Norview Ave., Norfolk, VA 23513. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
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Nov 13, 2008 Marshall Walker Jr., 56, of 928 Myrtle Road, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Hairston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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 Martin; three sisters, Alison Creekmore and husband, Trey, Sarah Martin and Artis Martin; godson, Cody Hopkins; as well as many other loving family and friends. The family will receive friends on Wednesday and Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel, Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Mechanicsville, Va., where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 14. Interment will follow at Immanuel Episcopal Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a trust fund will be set up at the Virginia Credit Union to benefit the children. Memorial gifts should be made to Sherry Martin in memory of Charles. |
2 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2008, Mt. Olivet Apostolic Church. Arrangements by Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va. |
Nancy Bradford McCord, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2008. A REMEMBRANCE will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at 1040 Red Leaf Court, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. |
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 . |
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, in Greenlakes Baptist Church, Portsmouth. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at St. John's Episcopal Church with the Rev. F. Wilson Brown Jr. officiating. Arrangements by BurchMessier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main St., Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360. |
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s will be held 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
Virginia Waddell Newberry, 92, of Wytheville Va., passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2008. Arrangements by Grubb Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va. |
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will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Snow Creek Christian Church with Minister Jim Compton and the Reverend Paul Stone officiating. Burial will be at the Barbour Family Cemetery, Franklin County, Va. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, November 13, 2008, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Norris Funeral Services and other times at the home. Memorials may be made to the Snow Creek Rescue Squad, c/o Ruby Mae Oakes, 8235 Snow Creek Road, Penhook, Va. 24137 or to the , P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, Va., is serving the Oakes family. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.norrisfuneral.com. |
. Mr. Palmer was predeceased by his mother, Thelma Powell; his father, Jonas Palmer; one sister, Dorothy Crumble; five brothers, Starley Palmer, James Palmer, Johnny Palmer, Milton Palmer and Willie Palmer. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Dorothy Palmer; one daughter, Jacqueline Merriwether; six sons, Ronnie Palmer, James Palmer, Richard Palmer, Dallas Palmer, Derrick Palmer and Nathaniel Palmer; two sisters, Annie Thigpen and Brenda Gregg; three brothers, Burtrice Palmer, Jesse Palmer and Clifton Palmer; and a host of grand- and great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. James Missionary Church, 5724 Old Providence Road, Virginia Beach. The Rev. Sidney L. Davis, pastor, and Bishop Melvin E. Stackhouse will officiate. Interment will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Beach Funeral Services Inc., 4456 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. You may offer condolences to the family online at, . Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director. |
Marvin A. Patterson PORTSMOUTH - Marvin A. Patterson, 91, of the 3900 block of State Flower Court, died Nov. 9, 2008. A funeral will be Saturday at noon in New Community Church of God in Christ. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham Street, is in charge. |
PEMBERTON, Roy "Iron Man," of Richmond, departed this life November 7, 2008. He is survived by one son, Kenneth W. Frye; five grand-children, Aaron Johnson, Jasmine and Tiffany Frye, Timothy and Eric Mayfield; three sisters, Barbara Pearson, Robinette Carter and Velma Pemberton; two brothers, Owen and Cedric Pemberton; three aunts, Adelaide Warren, Mabel Jackson and Martha Ann Byrd; one uncle, Herbert Jackson; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; one daughter-in-law, Lucinda Mayfield Frye; one sister-in-law, Nicole Pemberton; one brother-in-law, Harvey Carter; and other relatives and friends, among them his companion, Mildred Green and her daughter, Andrea Hackett; and his godson, David Al-Amin. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. Rev. James Jackson officiating. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the funeral home 12:45 p.m. Friday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com. |
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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 Railroad Bowling League. Survivors include a daughter, Linda P. Keel and her husband Clarence of Clemmons, N.C.; a son, Edward P. Perkins of Norfolk; three grandchildren, Christopher and Brian Keel and Cheri Seery; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother, Andrew Donovan of Saugus, Mass. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Woodlawn Funeral Chapel, 6329 Virginia Beach Blvd., with the Rev. Ken Carlton officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens at a later date. The family will receive friends and relatives at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. today. Condolences may be offered to the family online at |
Diana M. Phelps NORFOLK - Diana Marie Phelps, 49, went home to be with the Lord Nov. 11, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her brother, Norman Phelps Jr. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her parents, Norman and Jackie Phelps of Norfolk; her son, Donald McIntyre; her brother, Victor Phelps and his wife Bonnie; her sister, Sharon Good and her husband Jimmy and their children Ryan and Cody; a niece, Regina Sadler and her husband Donnie and their two small children, Brooklyn and Luca; her lifelong partner, Karen Weller and her daughter Pamela; an estranged sister, Mary-Kay and her husband Dan; along with a long host of friends. Diana was a hard, dedicated worker of Wawa on Rosemont Road in Virginia Beach. She enjoyed spending her time off on the beach, walking and shopping. There will be a celebration of life held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, Norfolk, Friday at 3 p.m. with Pastor Rick Hocker officiating. The family will be receiving guests back at the Phelp's residence following the ceremony for food, memories, and hopefully closure. Flowers are welcomed; however, for those who wish a donation to the or Hospice would be greatly appreciated. The family would like to extend an extra thanks to Diana's hospice nurse, Dana. |
PHILLIPS, Jerry Ayers, age 75, died November 10, 2008 at home in Wilmington, N.C. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emma Ayers Phillips and Norman Lee Phillips Sr., and two brothers, Joseph Rudolph Phillips and William Henry Phillips. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Rebecca (Becky); a brother, Norman Lee Phillips Jr.; six nieces and nephews; and two great-nieces. Jerry was born in Chickapea, Ga. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology. He did graduate work at Newark college of Engineering. Jerry had a 35-year career with Western Electric, AT&T/Lucent, working in Burlington, N.C., Whippany, N.J., Greensboro, N.C., and Richmond, Va. prior to retiring in Wilmington, N.C. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel, on Thursday, November 13. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, November 14 at his church, Wrightsville United Methodist Church, Wrightsville Beach, N.C. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to the Building Fund at Wrightsville United Methodist Church, 4 Live Oak Drive, Wrightsville Beach, N.C. 28480, or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, N.C. 28401. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com. A Market Street Chapel Service. |
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Nov 13, 2008 Phyllis Wingfield Oakes, 60, of 1293 Bowles Valley Road, Rocky Mount, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Franklin County on Sept. 29, 1948, to Elizabeth Barbour Wingfield of Snow Creek and Fred Wingfield. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a sister, Brenda Matherly. She was a lifelong member of Snow Creek Christian Church and also attended Mount Carmel Baptist Church. She was a member of Snow Creek Rescue Squad. Surviving, in addition to her mother, are her husband, Larry H. Oakes of the home; two daughters, Leslie Oakes of Callands and Teressa Fridley of Mountain Valley; one son, Chris Belcher of Mountain Valley; a stepdaughter, T.J. Agee of Rocky Mount; a stepson, Cale Oakes of Rocky Mount; 11 grandchildren; two nieces; and a number of cousins. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Snow Creek Christian Church with Minister Jim Compton and the Rev. Paul Stone officiating. Burial will be in the Barbour family cemetery in Franklin County. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. today at Norris Funeral Services in Martinsville, and other times at the home. Memorials may be made to Snow Creek Rescue Squad, c/o Ruby Mae Oakes, 8235 Snow Creek Road, Penhook, Va. 24137, or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. |
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RAKES, Louetta Jestin Stanley, age 83, of Meherrin, Va., born April 6, 1925, died November 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Early; and son, David. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Bolan and her husband, Jack; a daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Allen and her husband, Willie; six grandchildren, Kim Wingo of Jetersville, Va., Jack Bolan Jr., Jestin Hurtt, Sarah Duffey, Shannon Rakes, and Scott Rakes, all of Keysville; seven great-grandchildren; five sisters, Lowenna Pendleton of Martinsville, Va., Rhondalene Forney of Fredericksburg, Va., Audrey Stanley of Lexington, Ore., Vivia McFarland and husband, Bill, of Windsor, S.C., and Drema Byrd and husband, John, of Pawley's Island, S.C.; one brother, Don Stanley of Meadows of Dan, Va.; and a sister-in-law, Pauletta Stanley of Roanoke, Va. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the Browning Funeral Home, with interment in the Union Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Charlotte County or Meherrin Volunteer Rescue Squad. The Browning Funeral Home in Keysville, Va., is in charge of arrangements. |
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will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Rosewood Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends Friday from 7 to 8 p.m. in Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to , 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244. Please share a memory with the family at |
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will be held noon on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Mike Ward and Pastor Mark Manning officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 13, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825 Electric Road, Suite A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
1 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2008, Galilee Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va. |
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Dorothy Louise Sawyers, 73, of Christiansburg, Va., died Wednesday, November 12, 2008. Arrangements by by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. |
. She was a 42 year member of Hillcrest Chapter #159 Order of the Eastern Star and was Grand Conductress of the Grand Chapter of Virginia Order of the Eastern Star. She was past Guardian of Job's Daughters Bethel 7, Salem, and Bethel 72, Wise, Va. A Celebration of her Life will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at Melrose Baptist Church, 3520 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, with the Rev. Larry E. Sprouse officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.The family suggests memorials may be made to the Masonic Home of Virginia, 4101 Nine Mile Road, Richmond, Va. 23223-4916. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel. Following the visitation there will be an Eastern Star Service at 8 p.m. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131. |
Joyce W. Seaman YORKTOWN - Joyce Wethkamp Seaman, 80, died Nov. 11, 2008. A funeral Mass will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in St. Jerome's Catholic Church, Newport News. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel, is in charge. |
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SIMMS, Lorene L., of Richmond, entered into eternal life November 10, 2008. Professional services of comfort entrusted to the: |
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 parents, Maurice and Mary Margaret Henisse; and also by a brother, Patrick Henisse. She is survived by her husband, Bill Sizemore; two sons and daughters-in-law, Steven Sizemore and wife, Becky, and David Sizemore and wife, Ashley; six grandchildren, Meghan, Brad, Tyler, Julie, Belle, and Austin; and many other loving relatives and friends also survive. The family would like to express special thanks to the Physicians and Staff of Lewis-Gale Medical Center for their loving care given to Kathy. A Funeral Mass will be conducted 10 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Our Lady Of Nazareth Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. Joseph P. Lehman officiating. Burial will follow in St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in Kathy's name to Our Lady Of Nazareth Ministries, 2505 Electric Road, S.W. , Roanoke, Va. 24018. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, and again from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
In Loving Memory of Joseph Thomas III (Joey) SLOMKA 11-13-1981 03-08-2008, * Happy 27th Birthday *, ~Your 1st Birthday in Heaven~, There could never be enough words to express how much you are thought of each and every day. Your smile and loving nature touched the lives of many people. We love you dearly, And will miss you forever., ~You are always in our hearts~, Love,, Mom, Buck, Dad, Donna, Loving Family and Friends |
Michelle Lynn Smallwood, 43, of Roanoke County, Va., died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at the Roanoke Chapel of Lotz Funeral Home. |
In Loving Memory of Michael (Mike) SMITH 11-13-1953 8-10-2008, "Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven", We will love and cherish our memories forever., Love always,, Your loving wife ~ Marie, and Daughter ~ Laura |
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s will follow at 11 a.m. at the church with Dr. Paul Lane officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Radford Human Society, P.O. Box 768, Radford, Va. 24143. 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. |
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STEELE, Lucille, 67, of Richmond, died November 11, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Jack Steele; a son, Shirley Davis; four grandchildren, Billy Davis Jr., Jennifer Wright, Denise Davis and Brian Davis; a great-granddaughter, Chasity Wright; two brothers, Vivian L. Hagen (Carol) and Wallace P. Hagen (Joyce); her devoted feline, Earl; and a host of devoted family and friends.The family will receive friends at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, memorial visitation and 3 p.m. memorial service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100, Richmond, Va. 23226. |
s 2 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2008, in Forks of Johns Creek Christian Church, Craig County. Arrangements by Kendall Funeral Home. |
In Loving Memory of Mark STEVENS It was one year ago today that you passed away. We are remembering you on your special day. You are gone but not forgotten. You will remain in our hearts forever. Life has not been the same since God called you home. We love and miss you very much., Love, Mom |
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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 |
Michael Ray Sweat, 53, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2008. He was a proud veteran having served in the United States Army for 14 years, was a lifetime member of the DAV Lodge #3, and had a special place in his heart for all animals and especially horses and his beloved cat, Sophie. Preceding him in death was his father, Jesse Sweat Sr.; brother, Jesse Sweat Jr.; and stepfather, Linwood Cooper. His surviving family includes his mother, Iris McGee and husband, Don; wife, Betty Moorman Sweat; son, Michael Sean Sweat; daughter, Stephanie Jos�e Sweat; sister, Debra Lawson and husband, Raymond; stepsister, Becky Newsom and husband, Tim; sister-in-law, Sarah Eller and husband, Lowell; brotherin-law, Jimmy Cromer and wife, Gail; numerous aunts and uncles; numerous nieces and nephews, including Raymond Lawson and wife, Brandi, Brian Lawson, and Zachary Lawson; great-nieces, Tiffany Clark, Amberlee Dixon, and Erin Beard; and great-nephew, Zachary Beard. A celebration of Mike's life will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, in the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel in Salem with the Rev. David Gellert officiating. The celebration will continue at Salem Presbyterian Church with a reception in honor of his life. His remains will be inurned 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2008, at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations made in his name may be made to the , 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106-A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Sweat family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441. |
Joan Gatling Taylor AULANDER - Joan Gatling Taylor, 56, died Nov. 12, 2008. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Aulander First Baptist Church. Wilder's Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. |
s will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at Williams Memorial Park in Roanoke with the Rev. Charles Twine presiding. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va. |
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Herman Stephen Turk Sr., 83, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, November 10, 2008. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, St. Andrew's Catholic Church. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
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s will be held 2 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Lynn Riddle officiating. The entombment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family would like to thank the staff at Spring Tree Health & Rehab for their loving care. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. |
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Nov 13, 2008 The funeral for Vincent Keith Hairston, 47, of Martinsville, who died Nov. 8, 2008, was held Wednesday at Hairston Funeral Home with the Rev. William C. Randolph officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were William Hairston, Sammy Hairston, Timothy Hairston, Fred Hairston, Chris Rivalte, Robert Moyer and John Hughes. |
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Nov 13, 2008 Virginia Dooley, 88, formerly of Circle Court, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, in Greenville, S.C., where her daughter lives. She was the widow of Theodore Dooley. Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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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 leaves behind many other sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. After serving six years in the Air Force Reserve, Steve worked most of his life in the automotive industry. He loved NASCAR, boating on Smith Mountain Lake and throwing darts at Perkys. His greatest gifts were his quick wit, keen sense of humor and his lifelong love of animals, especially cats. Gail and the family would like to offer special appreciation to those who cared for Steve during the final stages of his illness, especially the staff of 12 West-Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Raleigh Court Healthcare, and his sitter, Melinda Henegar. Thank you for giving him the dignity the disease sought to destroy. To celebrate Steve's life, a memorial service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in the Chapel of Light on November 28 at 11 a.m., with visitation at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association or an animal welfare organization of your choice. Arrangements by Oakey's of Roanoke. |
WASZNICKY, Olga Bernice Kleis, age 93, of Verona, Va., formerly of Richmond, Va., passed away November 10, 2008. She is survived by her children, Martin Wasznicky and wife, Joanne, Robert Wasznicky, and Gail Dickens and husband, Bruce; six grandchildren, Melissa Cheung and husband, Keung, Catherine Dickens, Kevin Spangolo, Christopher Wasznicky, Andrew Wasznicky, and Brian Clark; two great-grandchildren, Grace and Caroline Cheung; a sister, Rosa Newcomb; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at Edgerton United Methodist Church, Lawrenceville, with interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday, one hour prior to the service, at the church. Williams Funeral Home, Lawrenceville is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2008, at the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son with the Rev. Everett Kier officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mabel's name to the Good Samaritan Hospice, the Salem Rescue Squad, or the Salem Baptist Church. The family wishes to thank the nurturing people who helped to care for Mabel during her last years. |
Brian West, 31, of Marion, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, Va. |
Elsie Mae White SMITHFIELD - Elsie Mae Felts White passed away Nov. 12, 2008. A visitation will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday in Colonial Funeral Home. Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield, is in charge. |
WHITEHEAD, Richard Lee "Rip," 58, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2008 at the McGuire Veterans Hospital in Richmond. He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Naphenuse B. Harris; father, Ralph Whitehead II; two brothers, Stanley and Ralph "Bean" Whitehead III. He is survived by his stepfather, William A. Harris; two sisters, Diane Easley and Linda Whitehead; three brothers, Carle Whitehead Sr. (Tonia), Lamont Whitehead, and John Whitehead (Brenda); sister-in-law, Lutisher Whitehead; two uncles, Dr. Johnny Branch (Carolyn) and Lawrence Whitehead (Florence); six aunts, Catherine Harris of Charlottesville, Stephanie of El Paso, Texas, Gladys Whitehead, Dorothy, Queen and Clara Branch, all of Richmond; three great-aunts, one great-uncle; a devoted friend, Lois Hayes; a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 14. Rev. Dr. Marlon Haskell officiating, eulogy by Rev. Dr. Grace E. Tolliver. Entombment Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
Wilkie L. Coleman |
Nov 13, 2008 Wilkie Lee Coleman, 65, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Community Funeral Services of Ridgeway is in charge of arrangements. |
Willie F. Via |
Nov 13, 2008 Willie F. Via, 95, of 732 Via Farm Lane, Patrick Springs, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at the Blue Ridge Nursing Home in Stuart. Community Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of arrangements. |
WILMOTH, Janice Baughan, of Lakeside, died on November 9, 2008, after a short illness. She was surrounded by many loved ones as she was reunited with her parents, Edgar and Winifred Baughan, and brother, David Baughan, who preceded her in death. Janice is survived by a large and loving family including her husband, Steven Wilmoth; daughters, Linda Ross, Judith Snead, and Sharon Ashworth; sons, Lenny Snead and Steve Simons; grandchildren, Amy Peele, Denny Allen, Scott Elliott, Matthew Ashworth, Luke Snead, Brooks Snead, and Hunter Simons; brothers, Cayce Baughan and Kenneth Baughan; great-grandchildren, Skylar and Brody Peele and Crystal Allen; and a host of beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Janice was happiest when decorating and cooking for her large family to celebrate birthdays and holidays with them. Her generosity touched many lives. After retiring from Coleman Brothers, she volunteered regularly at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. Her children and husband would like to thank the many dear neighbors, family, and other friends who were part of her life and who share in our grief. There will be a memorial service at Lakeside Presbyterian Church, 7343 Hermitage Road, Richmond, on Saturday, November 22 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Lakeside Presbyterian Church. |
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WOOD, Stuart Warren, 59, of Richmond, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Barbara Wood of Mechanicsville; son, Hilton Wood of Richmond; and sister, Patsy Kiiffner of Chesterfield. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Bonnie E. Wood; son, Alex Wood Hansen (Renee); sister, Joan Bennett (Ronnie); two grandchildren, Summer and Austin. He is also survived by many other family members and friends. Stuart was the owner and CEO of Lake-N-Woods Taxidermy. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and a longtime member of Bump-A-Stump Bass Club. He served as Region 3 Director of Virginia Bass Federation, Treasurer of Virginia Sportsman Reward Fund and President of Concerned Bass Anglers of Virginia (CBAV). The family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's - Central Chapel, 3801 Augusta Ave., and where a memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association or to a charity of your choice. |
Margaret Amelia Cornett Atkins Worley, of Blacksburg, Va., died peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2008, at Skyline Manor in Floyd, Va. She was born in Marion, Va., on August 24, 1909, the eldest of eight children. Her parents were Anna Laura Umbargar, of Marion, Va., and Carl Cox Cornett, of Elk Creek, Va. After graduating from Marion Junior College and Scarlett College in Memphis, Tenn., she taught school in Laurel Springs and worked several years as a social worker in Southwest Virginia and West Virginia. She was always concerned about fair play and doing the right thing, and participated in a variety of social and political activities., Margaret and her first husband, Francis Neal Atkins, moved to Blacksburg in 1948 where they raised their two daughters while he taught at Virginia Tech., She was active in the United Methodist Church of Blacksburg as a Sunday School Superintendent and a teacher; active in her circle and president of the Women's Circle. As a couple, they ran the youth group for several years. Margaret and two friends started the KindergartenPreschool at the church as well as beginning the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF program in Blacksburg., One of her favorite activities was playing the soprano recorder in her recorder group, helping celebrate special holidays at Smithfield and other local places. She loved reading, friends, and did a lot of volunteer work through the community. Margaret and Francis were funding members of Founders Forest which later became Warm Hearth Complex, where she enjoyed living after the death of her second husband, Charles Worley. During those years, she particularly loved the "Writer's Worship," run my Niki Giovani at Showalter. It was the highlight of her week., Margaret is survived by two daughters and their husbands, Charlotte Atkins and Ernest Bryant, of Check, Va., and Joyce A. and David W. Jackson, of West Hartford, Conn.; and a stepdaughter and husband, Melinda Worley and Charles Brown, of Richmond, Va.; four grandchildren, Midge Carlson, of Wethersfield, Conn., Christopher Jackson, of Los Angeles, Barbara and husband, Kevin Humphrey, of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Aquaria Brown, of Richmond, Va. There are five great-grandchildren, Haley and Paige Carlson, of Wethersfield, Conn., and Mark, Ryan, and Aidan Humphrey, of Pittsburgh, Pa. She has one living sister, Louise Warren, of Marion, Va., at Laurel Springs, Va., In lieu of flowers, donations made may be made to the Jacksonville Art Center, 220 Parkway Lane South, Suite 1, Floyd, Va. 24091., Margaret's calm, loving, peaceful nature gave her a special place in our hearts., Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va. Online condolences may be sent to www.maberryfuneralhome.com |
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Kathleen M. Zaremski CHESAPEAKE - Kathleen M. Zaremski, 74, passed away Nov. 11, 2008, in her Chesapeake home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Oct. 28, 1934, and was a daughter of the late William A. and Mae O'Malley Gimmler. Kathleen was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband of 54 years, Joseph E. Zaremski; one sister, Anne P. Monsees of Long Island, N.Y.; three children: Joseph W. Zaremski and wife Kathy of Norfolk, Robert E. Zaremski of Chesapeake and fianc�e Linda Wenners and daughter, Kathlyn M. Gray and husband Curtis of Williamsburg; seven loving grandchildren, William S., Mathew S., Timothy J. and Patrick C. Zaremski, McKenzie L., Annie E., and Ellie M. Gray. A memorial Mass in celebration of Kathleen's life will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church by Father Joseph H. Metzger III. A Christian wake will be held Friday at 5:30 p.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, followed by a visitation until 7 p.m. The family requests, that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences may be sent to, Charities |
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