ALLRED, John Samuel, 84, of Richmond, died as he lived, with great dignity. He was a quiet, intelligent, honorable gentleman. He was born on October 19, 1924 and left this world on February 25, 2009 at Henrico Doctors' Hospital. He was the only son of the late John McMasters and Maria Butler Allred. Members of his immediate family being deceased, he is survived by his two nieces, Edna G. Trudeau and Melvina A. Gooch; several great-nieces and a great-nephew, great-great-nieces and nephews and one great-great-great-niece. He graduated from John Marshall High School in 1942 and was a member of the Cadet Corps. Before entering the service in World War II, he attended Temple University. After WWII, he served in the United States Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was honorably discharged in 1962 with the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. He was with the Avec Corporation as an electronic specialist from 1968 to 1972. He entered private business conducting investigations and electronic surveillance until retirement in 1986. He was honored to be a life member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans as well as many genealogical societies, historical societies and veterans groups. God welcomes you home with joy, John. The family will receive friends Monday, March 2, from 11 to 12 noon in the Woody Funeral Home-Parham Chapel, 1771 North Parham Rd. A graveside service will follow at 1 p.m. at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. Online condolences at www.mem.com. |
Oliver W. "Buddy" Anderson, 67, died Feb. 20, 2009 in Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon. He was a former employee of Hubs and Wheels, Long-Airdox, Kegley Trucking, and was an owner-operator of a store and a farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee and Margaret Elizabeth Robbins Anderson, a sister, LeeNell Jackson, beloved brothers-in-law, Scott Delp and Wayne Strouth. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Maxie Strouth Anderson; two sons, Oliver Lee and wife, Barbara Anderson, of Broadford, Robert Dwayne Anderson and Genny Blevins of Rich Valley; sisters and brothers, Darlene Anderson of Colorado, Marlene Molandes of Dallas, Texas, Charles Anderson and wife, Pearline, of Meadowview, Charlotte Parks of Chilhowie, Valerie Bowman and husband, Ronnie, of Rich Valley, Lynetta Ford and husband, Ron, of Chilhowie, Phyllis Armstrong and husband, Charlie, of Chilhowie, Willis Anderson and wife, Bonnie, of Lake Charles, La., Libby Delp of Rich Valley, Jo Rita Kanode and husband, Terry, of Christiansburg, Robert Anderson and wife, Sharon, of Rich Valley, James Anderson and wife, Dixie, of Glen Allen, Brenda Williams and husband, Kim, of Lake Charles, La., Jeanine Eastridge and husband, Dale, of Roanoke, Eunice Dickey and Tom Kegley of Rich Valley; five grandchildren, Jessica, and husband, Jeremy Chapman, Carmen Anderson, Andrew Anderson, Jake Anderson, Austin Blevins; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, in D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Benny Frye officiating. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday prior to the service. The graveside committal service was conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in Ridgedale Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Thomas, Mike Delp, Petey Hawkins, Ronnie Bowman Jr., Jeremy Chapman, Michael Coulthard, and Joey Tibbs. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements. |
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Feb 27, 2009 NEWTON, N.C. — Averett Floyd Higgs Jr., 66, of Newton, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at his home. He was born in Martinsville, Va., on July 30, 1942, to Averett Floyd Higgs Sr. and Sally Annie Barker Higgs. His parents preceded him in death. He retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation after 29 years of service, and he was a member and deacon at Hudson Chapel Baptist Church in Catawba. Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Jerleen Martin Higgs of the home; three sons, Jeffrey Floyd Higgs of Claremont, and Johnny Lee Higgs and Mark Dwayne Higgs, both of Newton; four daughters, Della James, Brenda Kay Blackburn and Patricia Lynn Sigman, all of Newton, and Jeanie Marie Fox of Salisbury; two brothers, Leroy Higgs of Newton and Gary Wayne Higgs of Martinsville; one sister, Joyce Higgs White of Martinsville; 15 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Sunday at Hudson Chapel Baptist Church with Dr. Frank Bentley officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the church. Memorials may be made to: Palliative Care Center and Hospice of Catawba Valley, 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, N.C. 28658. Arrangements are by Burke Mortuary in Newton. |
Anthony Scott Babb NORFOLK - Anthony Scott Babb, 40, passed away Feb. 26, 2009. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home, 1631 Church St., Norfolk., Charities |
, 2 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Preston Oaks Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Ivy Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. Donald R. Rhoton and the Rev. Dr. Furman Kenney officiating. Visitation will follow at Smithfield Baptist Church Family Life Center. In Gene's memory, donors may contribute to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245, or to the benevolence of their choice. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield., Charities |
In Loving Memory Of Wilbert L. Barnard November 15, 1933- February 28, 1999 You are always in our thoughts and hearts, "unforgettable". Your Wife- Ethel and Family, Charities |
Lebanon, Va.- Mrs. Virginia Lee Barnhart, age 78, passed away Tues., Feb. 17, 2009, at the Mayfair House in Claypool Hill. Born Oct. 15, 1930, in Russell County, she was the daughter of the late Elden Ball and the late Etta Addison Ball, and was the wife of the late Kermit Barnhart. Virginia loved life, especially after being given a second chance at it more than 30 years ago with the gift of a kidney from her late sister and best friend, Mildred Smith, their childhood days of getting into mischief together eventually matured into playful trips to Las Vegas. She was also a strongly independent lady whose biggest joys in life were her own children and later grandchildren and a great grandchild. Virginia will be remembered for her uncanny wit and unselfish nature by those who loved her. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Richard "Danny" Barnhart. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Terry and David Dodson, Bluefield, W.Va.; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Amanda and Brian Slaughter, Castlewood, Va.; grandson, Tim Barnhart, Bowling Green, Ky.; great granddaughter, Veronica Paige Slaughter; sisters, Erma Kossuth, Troy, N.Y. and Helen Ball, New York, N.Y.; brother, Kenneth Ball, Honaker, Va.; special friend, Balford Horne, Honaker, Va.; daughter-in-law, Debbie Barnhart of Lebanon, Va. Graveside rites were conducted at 2 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 19, 2009 in the Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va., with the Rev. Bill Keele officiating. Pallbearers were Benny Chafin, Kenny Barnhart, Mike Jones, Mike Luttrell, Mike Horne, Jackie Boyd and Leonard Mitchell. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, VA 24266, (276)889-4444 served the family of Mrs. Barnhart. |
for family and friends will be held today at 6 p.m. in Westminster- Canterbury. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, is handling arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to Westminster-Canterbury Fellowship Fund. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
After a robust life, Ronald E. Beavers, 58, of Tazewell, Va., and a stroke survivor passed away peacefully on his hunting refuge in Bedford, Va., Fri., Feb. 20, 2009. Before moving to Tazewell, Ron was a native of Dalton, Ga. Born Aug. 30, 1950 at Chattanooga, Tenn., he was a son of Gerry Hancock Beavers of Dalton, Ga., and the late James Robert Beavers. Early in his life Ron served his country as a member of the Georgia National Guard. Ron was never a stranger to anyone and his outgoing personality allowed him to build relations with his business partner Harold Keene and family. This relationship brought him to Southwestern Virginia and Southern West Virginia where he established Keene Carpet in Bluefield, W.Va. Ron's hard work ethic always meant finding new challenges and later opened One Source Samples in Dalton, Ga. Ron was an avid fisherman and hunter who loved the outdoors. Before the stroke Ron was a weightlifter who learned from this activity to persevere when times got rough. The most important thing is Ron was also a wonderful husband and father to his family. Despite Ron's busy schedule, he always found time to attend family events and moments, which were always his first priority. Ron's difficult journey these last years was made easier by the kindness, love, and support of family and friends who provided a foundation of strength to get through the toughest times and happiest days. Ron is survived by his mother, Gerry Beavers of Dalton, Ga.; his wife, Annette Lyons Beavers of North Tazewell, Va.; three sons, Brent Beavers and his wife Lauren of Germantown, Tenn., Thad Beavers of Charlotte, N.C., and Craig Beavers, a student at the University of Kentucky and his black lab companion, Crew. His brothers, Bob Beavers of Dalton, Ga., and Mike Beavers of Lancaster, Pa., also share in this loss. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wed., Feb. 25, 2009 at Peery & St.Clair Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell, Va. Honorary pallbearers are Jim Thompson, Jerry Cromer, Lynn Keene, Ricky Kendrick, Bob Beavers, and Mike Beavers. The family received friends at the funeral home from 6-9 p.m. Tues., Feb. 24, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for you to support the Four Seasons YMCA, 208 W. Main St., Suite 200, Tazewell, VA 24651, or Huddleston Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, 5377 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston, VA 24104. |
s 1 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, Culpeper National Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Charities |
BING, Alice E., of La Crosse, died Thursday, February 26, 2009. Alice is survived by three sons, Scott Clary and Kim, of Lawrenceville, Robert Clary and Patricia, of Bracey, Steven "Toodie" Clary and special friend, Dawn Jenkins, of Freeman; a sister, Vivian Bracey and James of Broadnax; two brothers, Jimmie Ezell and Pamela, of La Crosse and Harry Doak Ezell and Nancy, of South Hill; two granddaughters, Bridgett Clary of Lawrenceville, and Meredith Clary of Bracey; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment in Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery, Baskerville. Visitation from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions to Bethany Baptist Church Building Fund, 6874 Hwy. # One, Bracey, Va. 23919. Online condolences may be sent to www.crowderhitecrews.com. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va., Charities |
s 2 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, Calvary Baptist Church, Radford. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory, Radford, Va., Charities |
Marlene Altice Severa Boothe, 74, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Friday, February 27, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Charities |
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Pearl McGlee Pugh Coffey Bradshaw, 89, of Marion, Va., passed away Thursday, February 26, 2009. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Marion Baptist Church. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home., Charities |
BRANCH, John M. Jr., departed this life on Friday, February 20, 2009 in Victorville, Calif. He was preceded in death by his mother, Clara T. Smith and his father, John M. Branch Sr. He is survived by his wife, Joan; stepmother, Swannie; daughter, Marchael (Robert); sons, Gregory (Cassandra), John III; a sister, Patricia (Jeffrey); three brothers, David Branch (Cathy), Daniel Branch and Gregory Conner; 12 grandchildren, three great- grandchildren; nieces, two devoted, Margaret Christian and Theresa Stallings, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2009 at Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 West Cary Street at 11 a.m. Family and friends assemble at 10:45 a.m. |
BRAY, Frances Dennis, 90, of Urbanna, Va., died February 25, 2009, in Richmond, after a short illness. Widow of Robert Bray, she is survived by daughters, Jane Bray Flax Wolfe and Linda Bray Presson, and husband, Marvin Presson, all of Richmond; grandsons, Robert Flax of Alexandria, Jonathan Flax of New York City and Matthew Waring Presson of St. Louis, Mo.; sisters, Wynona Hensley and Mary Lou Dennis; and brother, James Creighton Dennis, all of Fort Worth, Texas; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Mrs. Bray was a native of Marlow, Okla., and was on staff at Christchurch School, Middlesex County, for 22 years. The family expresses immense gratitude to the Urbanna townspeople, Imperial Plaza Manor Care staff, and clergy of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Richmond. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to animal rescue programs. |
Mary Helen Grinnell Bridges, 91, of Galax died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at Waddell Nursing Home. Funeral service was held Friday, Feb. 27, at 1 p.m. at Vaughan-Guynn Chapel with the Rev. Vinton Quesenberry officiating. Interment was in the Galilee Christian Church Cemetery in Wytheville. An online guestbook is available at www.vaughanguynn.com. Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home in Galax was in charge of the arrangements. |
men were welcome to use the facility. The gym was also popular with locals who liked to meet and spar with the champions. Oscar's interest and participation in showing and training saddlebred horses began in 1944. His mentors were Ben Willis and Oscar Smith, two of the area's prominent business men and horse enthusiasts. His first barn was located on property now known as Carolanne Farms, then a rural area. Horses were stabled there with a show ring for training and showing horses. He began attending two of the largest horse shows in the country, The Lexington Junior League and the Kentucky State Championship show. The first show he attended was in 1948, and the last was in 2000. The National Horseman Magazine honored him recently for his participation and dedication to the American saddle- bred horse and for his showmanship in the horse ring and his judging abilities. Oscar was also an avid boatsman and fisherman. Oscar was a former member of The United States Boxing Association, The International Boxing Federation, The National Horse Show Association, The Norfolk Sports Club, The Charles Consolvo Chapter of Saints & Sinners, The Khedive Masonic Lodge, The State of Virginia Athletic commission, on which he served for 15 years - he was appointed by the Governor of Virginia. Visitation with the family will be held at H. D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. and a memorial celebration will be held Monday at 4 p.m. in Spring Branch Community Church, 1500 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach. A reception will follow immediately in the Reception Hall at the church. Burial will be private. Condolences may be sent to Nellie_brvanelectric.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 5700 Cleveland St., Virginia Beach, VA 23462, or The Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in memory of a well-loved man who lived everyday to its fullest. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements., Charities |
Robert Howard Bryant Sr., 78, of Wytheville, formerly of Tazewell, died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009. A graveside memorial service will be held Thursday, Feb. 26, at 11 a.m. at Hankins Cemetery in Richlands with the Rev. Brad Simpson officiating. Graveside military rites will be conducted by Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640. He was born May 18, 1930, in Bluefield, W.Va., son of the late Howard Dye and Evelyn Ireson Bryant. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his wife, Betty Honaker Bryant; and a son, Robert Howard Bryant Jr. of Wytheville. Those attending the graveside memorial service are asked to meet at the Singleton Funeral Service in Richlands by 10:45 a.m. Thursday. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service in Richlands is in charge of the arrangements. |
Robert L. Byrd SUFFOLK - Robert Louis Byrd, 66, eased into the arms of God surrounded by his family and friends Feb. 26, 2009. A native of Nansemond County, he is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mary Agnes J. Byrd; his three children, Linda C. Byrd-Masters and husband Jim, Joseph D. Byrd and wife Colleen and Jonathan L. Byrd; and his two grandsons, Travis J. Masters and Cooper D. Byrd, all of Suffolk. He is also survived by his sisters, Evelyn Hardy, Mary Hedgebeth, Dot Powell, Joyce Bracey, all of Suffolk and Jean Powell of Mechanicsville. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, and other dear family members and friends. He was predeceased in life by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Byrd Sr. of Suffolk; an infant son, an infant granddaughter; and one brother, Joseph M. Byrd Jr. of Surry County. He was employed as a professional truck driver for 38 years by Univar, formerly Suffolk Chemical Inc. He was a graduate with the Class of 1960 of Holland High School in Nansemond County, and following school, he served in the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Bragg, N.C., as a paratrooper. He was a lifelong member of Bethlehem Christian Church and the Joyce Ann Harrell Sunday School Class. He also served on the Building Fund Committee. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Bethlehem Christian Church with the Rev. Jonathan Palmer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military honors. Friends may join the family today from 7 to 8 p.m. in Parr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, and other times at the residence. Memorial donations may be made to the , Suffolk Chapter, at 604 Constance Woods Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered online at, Charities |
will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502. Online condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
Alma Carr, formerly of West Washington Street, Petersburg, died Friday morning, Feb. 27, 2009, at Battlefield Park Convalescent Center, Petersburg. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
Homer Lee Carter, age 79 of Lebanon, Va., formerly of Cedar Bluff, Va., passed away Fri., Feb. 20, 2009 at his home. Born Nov. 7, 1929 in Richlands, Va., he was the son of the late John W. and Virginia Stout Carter. He was a retired oven repairman with Jewell Smokeless. Homer was a member of Trinity Assembly of God Church at Cedar Bluff where he taught Sunday School for 25 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Ann Carter. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Azilee Carter; one son, Terry Carter and wife Gerry of Lebanon; one daughter, Sandra Cox of Lebanon; one sister, Marie Smith and husband, Doffies of Richlands; one foster brother, Bill Russ of Oakwood; three grandchildren, Jolie Francis, Trampas Wingo and Angela Campbell; one great granddaughter, Abigail Wingo. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sun., Feb. 22, 2009 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Rev. Rick Herald and Rev. Bill Keele officiating. Burial followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Friends served as pallbearers. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Sat. at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service served the Carter family. |
Hazel Victoria Privett Catron, 83, of Pierpoint, W.Va., died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009. Born July 21, 1925 in Grayson County, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Privett. She was a homemaker and a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a member of the Pierpoint Freewill Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James E. Catron, and seven sisters and eight brothers. Survivors include a son, Willie C. Catron and his wife, Marcia, of Mullens; a daughter, Charlotte L. Houser and her husband, Jack, of Havre de Grace, Md.; six grandchildren, Jennifer Wiley and husband, Jerry, of Ona, W.Va., Sandra Worthington and husband, Frank, of Havre de Grace, Md., Scott Catron of Mullens, Sheryl Moore and husband, Jim, of Abingdon, Md.; five great-grand children, Collin and Lauren Wiley of Ona, Noah Worthington of Havre de Grace, Md., Isaac Catron of Mullens, and Nicole Moore of Abingdon, Md.; a special niece, Margie Shelton of Pierpoint; and one sister, Ruby Noonkester of Bel Air, Md. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, special friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley, with the Rev. Charles "Butch" Acord and the Rev. Warren Gilpin officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Beckley. There was a gathering of family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and also a one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pierpoint Freewill Baptist Church, P.O. Box 714, Mullens, W.Va. 25882, or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.blueridgefuneralhome.com. This is a courtesy announcement from Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion. |
A funeral service for Mr. Thomas Chavis Jr. will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Jeffrey L. Reaves Sr., senior pastor, officiating. The entombment to follow at Southlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 12:30 p.m. at the church. The family will assemble 12 noon at 498 Forest Lane, Petersburg, the day of the services, and may be contacted by calling (804) 733-7471. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
Mavis Elizabeth Hayes Chitty, 83, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2009. Arrangements are by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
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Shelby Faye Cline, 42, of Wytheville died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Rick Patton officiating. She is survived by a son, Jordan Newberry of Pocahontas; mother, Colleen Fortune of Wytheville; a sister and brother-in-law, Tammy and Carl Nuckolls of Wytheville; a brother and his girlfriend, Tommy Fortune and Jessi Spencer of Wytheville; ex-husband, Bobby Cline of Crockett; special friends, Joe and Sunita Chrisley of Austinville; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 1 to 2 p.m. (service time) at the funeral home. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Robert "Bobby" Smith Coe, 73, of Wytheville died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009. Funeral service was held Friday, Feb. 27, at 11 a.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Gary Houseman and Evangelist Greg Dill officiating. Interment was in the New Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery. He was a member of New Bethel United Methodist Church and retired from Coe & Sons Paint Contracting. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Robinson and Mildred Louise Smith Coe; and two brothers, Lloyd Coe and Charles "Buck" Coe. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Cregger Coe of the home; a daughter and son-in-law, Pamela Coe and Walter Felts of Wytheville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Allen and Anita Coe, Gregory Todd and Jami Coe, all of Wytheville; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Frances and Robert Ray Rosenbaum of Cripple Creek; two sisters-in-law, Wanda Coe and Ruth Coe, both of Wytheville; and a grandson and spouse, Ethan Garret and Brittney Felts. Memorial donations may be made to the New Bethel United Church Mowing Fund. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
s will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, at Buena Vista Pentecostal Holiness Church with Pastor W. A. Mills, the Rev. W. David Bain and the Rev. Bart Hellmuth officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va., Charities |
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Mildred Colleen Rhudy Cox, age 79 a lifelong resident of Burkes Garden, Va., died Sun., Feb. 22, 2009 at her home. Born Jan. 5, 1930 in Burkes Garden, Va., she was a daughter of Jacob Leach Rhudy and Nellie Brooks Hanshew Rhudy. She was a member of the Burkes Garden Central Lutheran Church and served as organist at the church over 60 years. Mrs. Cox was postmaster for over 35 years at the Burkes Garden Post Office. She was a member of the Burkes Garden Homemakers Club, the VFW Women's Auxiliary, the Tazewell County Historical Society, local historian for the Burkes Garden community, weather station keeper for Burkes Garden for over 60 years, active in the Burkes Garden Community Association, and was secretary and treasurer for the Burkes Garden Central Church Cemetery. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Paul Cox, one brother, Charles Rhudy and one sister, Mabel Ellis. Survivors include one daughter, Pamela Rose; one son, Gilbert Cox and wife, Tammy; one brother, Junior Rhudy and wife, Margaret C. Moss Rhudy all of Burkes Garden, Va.; four grandchildren, David Thomas, Josh Rose, Chasity Remines, and Summer Cox; one great grandchild, Misty Thomas; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wed., Feb. 25, 2009 at the Burkes Garden Central Lutheran Church with the Rev. Terry Edwards officiating. Burial will follow at the Central Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Rhudy, J. L. Rhudy, Andrew Rhudy, Brad Rhudy, J. C. McCann, and Andy McCann. The family will receive friends at Peery & St.Clair Funeral Home in Tazewell, Va., from 6-9 p.m. Tues., Feb. 24, 2009. |
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Samuel Buford (S.B.) Creasy Jr., 83, of Bedford, Va., passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford, Va., Charities |
CREED, Laura B., 78, of Louisa, died Thursday, February 26, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Owen and Nannie Molly Craven; her brother, Clarence Craven; and five sisters, Maggie, Evelyn, Louise, Claire and Lorine. She is survived by her husband, Richard A. Creed; her children, Laura M. Strong, Betty L. Wolfe, Ann J. Lane, Peggy L. Fortune, Rose E. Dematteo, David A. Creed, Irene N. Lane, Richard J. Creed and Shirley J. Sanders; 22 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and two sisters. Her remains rest at the Lacy Funeral Home, Rte. 522, Mineral, Va., where the family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday. Graveside funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday in Lakeview Cemetery, Blackstone, Va. Online guestbook available at www.lacyfh.com. |
will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Temple Sinai in Portsmouth. Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The or to Temple Sinai of Portsmouth. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707., Charities |
Cryan, Colonel William M. - William M. Cryan Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired) William M. Cryan, Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), age 80, passed away on February 19, 2009. .... |
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CUSHING, Lindsey Blair, 23, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2009 after a courageous four-year battle with kidney cancer. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Donald Cushing; and maternal grandfather, Robert Keating. She is survived by her parents, Bill and Gale Cushing; older brother, Robert Cushing; her loving boyfriend, Kevin Murnane; maternal grandmother, Mary Lorma Keating; paternal grandmother, Marjorie Cushing; and a number of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Lindsey had a zest for life and made every day the best that it could be without dwelling on her cancer. She was diagnosed at the end of her freshman year at the University of South Carolina and, through sheer determination, stayed in school and received her degree in December. She loved the University of South Carolina and was a proud Gamecock. She will be missed tremendously by many and remembered for her wit, her courage, and her positive spirit. Lindsey loved music and traveled to many shows far and wide. She received skillful, loving care from all of the medical professionals she came in contact with, especially Dr. David Trent, Dr. William Babcock, Dr. Gary Bokinski, Dr. Marty Starkman, Natalie Nelson, her loving dialysis nurse, Wanda Thompson, and the many caring nurses at Henrico Doctors' Hospital. A memorial service will take place Tuesday, March 3 at 3 p.m. at Bon Air United Methodist Church. Private entombment at Hollywood Cemetery will precede the service. The Cushing family has established a scholarship to the University of South Carolina in memory of Lindsey. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made payable to the Business Partnership Foundation, Moore School of Business, 1705 College Street, Columbia, S.C. 29208. |
. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Island Creek United Methodist Church, c/o Robert Snow, 281 Worrell Estates, Hillsville, Va. 24343. A guestbook is available online by visiting vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel is serving the family., Charities |
will be held noon on Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va., Charities |
Henrietta McCoy Dixon of 1600 S. Valor Drive, Petersburg, Va., died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
Justin Paul Dunn, 21, of Bland died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, as the result of a truck wreck. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Feb. 26, at 3 p.m. at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home at White Gate with the Revs. Ted Anders and Danny Shortridge officiating. Interment will be in the Stinson Cemetery at White Gate. He was born Aug. 7, 1987. He graduated from Bland High School in 2005 where he played baseball, basketball and golf. He graduated from Wytheville Community College in 2007. He attended Mt. Zion United Methodist Church all of his life. He was employed by ABB in Bland. He was an avid member of the Bland Volunteer Fire Department. He also was a member of the Bland County Rescue Squad. He enjoyed cutting wood, riding his motorcycle, fishing and helping anyone who asked him. Anyone who knew him knew that he lived his life to the fullest and made every minute count. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Paul Edward Wiley; and his paternal grandparents, Jack and Ruth Dunn; and his beloved "Granny," Ida King. Survivors include his parents, Jeffrey and Kathryn Wiley Dunn of Bland; a sister, Kristin Michelle Dunn of the home; maternal grandparents, Jim and Margaret Wiley Cantrell; uncles and aunts, Ricky and Joyce Anders, Larry and Donna Smith, Jerry and Janette Dunn and Jackie Bannerman; cousins, Brandon Anders, Amy Anders, Kayla Anders, Katie Smith, Jenna Dunn and Jonathan Dunn; and many loving extended family members and friends. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Bland High School gymnasium. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Bland Volunteer Fire Department. A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home in White Gate is in charge of the arrangements. |
will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2009, in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski, Va., Charities |
will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Trinity Baptist Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Charities |
Harry Peyton England, 78, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
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Feb 27, 2009 Eugene Lawless, 88, of Stuart, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at the Blue Ridge Nursing Center in Stuart. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of arrangements. |
s 11 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, Natural Bridge Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Charities |
at the church. The burial will follow in Holly Lawn Cemetery. R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory, 509 W. Washington St, Suffolk, VA 23434 is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at, . Memorial donations may be made to the , Southeastern Virginia Chapter, 6315 N. Center Dr. Suite 233, Norfolk, VA 23502-4006 or The , 604 Constance Woods Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. The family would like to express special appreciation and thanks to all the staff of Lake Prince Woods and the Memory Unit for the numerous ways they extended love and selfless care to Mrs. Faircloth., Charities |
. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the , 2316 Atherholt Road, Suite 108, Lynchburg, Va. 24501. Arrangements by Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 434-239-2405. Online condolences may be made at www.heritagefuneralandcremation.com., Charities |
Charlie Lee Felton WINTON - Charlie Lee "Charlie Boy" Felton died Feb. 26, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in Jordan Grove Baptist Church. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. |
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In Loving Memory of Irby L. FLOWERS 7/2/1929 ~ 2/29/2004, It is hard to believe you have been gone five years today. You are in our hearts and our thoughts and we miss you more everyday., Love,, Ann, Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren, Charities |
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Richard W. Galbreath PORTSMOUTH - Richard Wayne Galbreath, 60, of the 4900 block of Rivershore Road, died Feb. 26, 2009, in his residence. A native of Portsmouth, he was the owner of Portsmouth Hardware. Richard was an avid gardener and fisherman, a NASCAR and Redskins fan, and was in the Army National Guard. He was a wonderful husband, father, son and friend to all. Survivors include his wife, Kim Galbreath; his parents, Williard C. Galbreath of Chesapeake and Grace Jean Galbreath of Chesapeake; two daughters, Ashley Galbreath of Virginia Beach and Dawn Michelle Gallop and husband Bruce of North Carolina; a son, Josh Galbreath and wife Jackie of Fort Bragg, N.C.; two sisters, Grace Bowne of Suffolk and Dee Galbreath Bragg and husband Dave of Virginia Beach; two brothers, W.C. Galbreath Jr. and wife Suzanne of Suffolk and Gary Galbreath and wife Angela of Check, Va.; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by Dr. Philip J. Parker. Memorial donations may be made to the ., Charities |
GARFINKEL, Seymour, 89, of Hopewell, died Thursday, February 26, 2009, at his residence surrounded by family. He was the son of the late Harry and Rose Garfinkel. Seymour was the co-owner of Garfinkel's Ladies Apparel for over 35 years. He was a former President of the Retail Merchants Association Chamber of Commerce and a member and two-term Chairman of the Hopewell Hospital Authority for 25 years. Seymour was a board member and Vice President of Temple Brith Achim as well as a member and former Chairman of Tri-City Jewish Appeal. He was a graduate of Virginia Tech, Class of '42, and a member of the Old Guard. Seymour was a loving husband, fantastic father, a great Poppy and was known by everyone for his kindness and beautiful smile. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Frances Sarfan Garfinkel; and his brother, Joel Garfinkel. He is survived by his children, Harry Garfinkel and wife, Barbara, Susan Schneider and husband, Dr. Ken Schneider, and Ray Garfinkel; two grandchildren, Lindsey Scott and Zachary Michael Garfinkel; two sisters, Frances Binder and Natalie Cohn; sister-in-law, Edythe Lichtenstein; and a brother-in-law, Mayor Sarfan and wife, Dorene. A graveside service will be conducted on Monday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at Brith Achim Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058 or Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100, Richmond, Va. 23226. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service, where condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com |
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Feb 27, 2009 George Edward Denby Lewis, formerly of Martinsville, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, in Jacksonville, Fla. He was born in Martinsville in 1967 to Linda Goodman Lewis and Dr. R. Denby Lewis. He was preceded in death by his parents. He attended Carlisle School and Martinsville Public schools. Surviving are three brothers, Robert S. Lewis of Martinsville and Scott Lewis and Mark Lewis, both of Richmond. A memorial service is pending. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. |
GEORGE, Lucy Adelaide Humphreys, age 81, died on Sunday, February 22, 2009, after an extended illness. Originally from Salem, Va., she was the daughter of the late Mary Cletus Littreal and Horace Francis Humphreys. She was predeceased by her sister, Alice Bernice Humphreys; and her brother, Charles Bernard Humphreys, both of Salem. She is survived by her son, David Pelham George Jr. and his wife, Patricia, of Sugarland, Texas; her daughters, Belinda Sue George, of Richmond, Va. and Margaret Randolph Figini and her husband, Patrick, of Bonita Springs, Fla; and her sister-in-law, Marilyn Torbett Humphreys; her nephew, Robert Lincoln Humphreys; her niece, Mary Ellen Humphreys Wines and her husband, John, and their children, Charles, Brook and Amanda, all of Salem, Va. Lucy retired from Maxxim Medical in 2003. Her career began as an educator and she spent many years as an elementary school teacher in the City of Richmond. She loved nature and animals and had a special place in her heart for all of her "grand dogs." She revealed an amazing inner strength and determination to survive during her long battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and by all who knew her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of many. The family wishes to share their appreciation for the support and care given by the nursing staff on 3 North and the Infusion Center at St. Mary's Hospital, as well as Dr. Charles Jones and his nurses, Joanne Whitten and Iva Morris. The family will be forever grateful to Bridie Nee for her physical and emotional support, and her special assistance, during this difficult time. A private celebration of her life for family and close friends will be announced at a later date. Those who wish to honor her memory are invited to make donations to Bon Secours Hospice, 8580 Magellan Parkway, Richmond, Va. 23227 or by phone at (804) 627-5360. |
Stephen Douglas Gillenwater, 59, died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009. He was born Feb. 1, 1949, the son of Radford G. and Mary Lester Gillenwater. He was a graduate of R.B. Worthy High School and a U.S. Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Susan Gillenwater; two daughters, Stephanie Gillenwater of Hendersonville, Tenn., Lori Smith and husband, Nick, of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; grandson, Ethan Douglas Smith of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; and mother, Mary Gillenwater of Saltville. Funeral services were conducted Friday, Jan. 30, at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church with the Rev. Denman Frazer officiating. Burial followed in Nashville National Cemetery. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. |
s at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd., Charities |
James Grandison VIRGINIA BEACH - James Grandison, 82, passed away Feb. 24, 2009. He was a native of Norfolk. He was educated in the Norfolk public school system. He was predeceased by his wife, Barbara; daughter, Smyria; brothers, Thomas, George, Jeremiah. He is survived by three sisters, Mary Bullock, Helen Paschall, Shirley Otey; one brother, Lawrence; two grandsons; and neices, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and vistation Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. in Beach Funeral Services Inc., 4456 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach. Condolences may be offered online at, . Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director., Charities |
Mr. Sherman Grimsley, Jr., age 70, of Cedar Bluff, Va., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sat., Feb. 21, 2009. Born at Raven, Va., he was the son of the late Sherman H. Grimsley, Sr. and Sarah Price Grimsley. Mr. Grimsley was a U.S. Army veteran and a retired coal truck driver. He attended Richlands First Assembly of God Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and watching racing and football. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and a great friend to all that knew him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Charlotte Monk Grimsley, two brothers Tommy Grimsley and Kelley Grimsley and a brother-in-law Wayne Osborne. Mr. Grimsley is survived by his wife Evelyn Smith Grimsley; two daughters Susan Ball and husband Michael of Pounding Mill, Va. and Kimberly Smith and husband Ken of Richlands, Va.; three sisters Bonnie Jackson and husband Jim of Montgomery, Ala., Dottie Osborne and Debbie Grimsley, both of Richlands, Va.; one brother Eddie Grimsley and wife Carol of Edgewood, Md.; three grandchildren Jason Whited, Seth Whited, and Jessica Smith; three step grandchildren Brandon Ball, Tony Smith and Andy Smith; special cousins David and Ted Price; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m. Tues., Feb. 24, 2009 at the Singleton Funeral Service Chapel in Cedar Bluff, Va., with Pastor Buddy Herald officiating. Burial followed in the Clinch Valley Memorial Cemetery at Richlands, Va. Pallbearers were Steve Jackson, Cliff Osborne, Tim Grimsley, Jason Whited, Seth Whited, Chris Banuelos, Dusty Vandyke and John Reedy. Honorary pallbearers were Larry Grimsley, Dr. Thakkar, Dr. Jun, members of the Cedar Bluff Police Dept. and members of the Cedar Bluff Neighborhood Watch. Casey Short V.F.W. Post 9640 conducted military graveside rites. The family received friends at the Singleton Funeral Service in Cedar Bluff, Va., from 6-9 p.m. Mon., Feb. 23. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com Singleton Funeral Service served the Grimsley family. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, Va., Charities |
Hall, Sherry - Sherry Hall Sherry Hall, age 56, of Poplar Bluff died on Wed., Feb. 25, 2009 at her residence. Ms. Hall was born on Nov. .... |
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HALL, Dorothy H. "Dot", 90, of Midlothian, widow of Franklin Pierce Hall, died February 26, 2009. She was also preceded in death by her son, Franklin P. Hall III. She was retired from the Toy Shoppe. She is survived by her two daughters, Anita Hill and Rebecca Jennings and her husband, William; sister, Agnes Elmore; brother, Welford Harris; two sisters-in-law, Pauline Harris and Shirley Harris; also eight grandchildren, Bryant, Paige, Jamie, David, Jennifer, Brooks, Pierce and McKenzie; and one great-granddaughter, Virginia. Mrs. Hall was a member of Winfree Memorial Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Huguenot Chapel-Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Rd., where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be private for family only. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Winfree Memorial Baptist Church. |
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Robert M. Harrell PORTSMOUTH - Services for Robert Mitchell "Bobby" Harrell will be held today at 3 p.m. in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel., Charities |
W. Dan Harrell SUFFOLK - W. Dan Harrell, 54, passed away Feb. 25, 2009. He was predeceased by his parents, Sarah Ellis Harrell and Lonnie Whidbee Harrell Jr.; and sister, Priscilla H. Arthur. He attended Somerton United Methodist Church. Dan is survived by his devoted companion, Dorothy A. Howell of Suffolk; daughters, Brandy Bridgers of Franklin, Jaime L. Daughtrey and husband Jeremy of Suffolk; sons, Mark Howell of Lynchburg, Va., Kevin Howell of Suffolk; step- daughters, Tara McCaw and Wanda Dickey, both of Suffolk; one grandchild on the way; and brother-in-law, Leroy W. Arthur of Windsor, Va. A funeral will be held today at 11 a.m. at Parr Funeral Home & Crematory with the Rev. Becky Gwaltney officiating. Burial will follow in Holland Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the residence. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dorothy Howell c/o Parr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered at, Charities |
A funeral service for Mr. Bernard A. Harris, also known as "Sheik", will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at Zion Baptist Church, 225 Byrne St., Petersburg, Va.,the Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White Sr., pastor, officiating. The interment to follow at Amelia Veterans Cemetery with military honors. The family will receive friends at 1908 Berkley Ave., Petersburg, Va., and may be contacted by calling (804) 733-3170. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Harris online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va., Charities |
HAYTER, Bobby D., 74, of Richmond went to be with the Lord on Thursday February 26, 2009. He is survived by his wife and best friend for 30 years, Barbara Hayter; daughters, Barbara Jean, Barbie Brown; son, David Hayter; sisters, Mildred Parris, Thelma Johns; brother, Charles Hayter; grandchildren, Lisa, Michael, Josh and Destiny. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Hayter; father, Charlie Hayter; sister, Joyce Hardester; sons, Danny, Randy and Dean Hayter. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2009 at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rt. 10). His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, the family recommends donations be made to the Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond, Va. 23220. |
William E. Heller, 92, of Roanoke, Va., passed away February 26, 2009. Born in 1916 in Chicago, Ill., he grew up as a rowdy young man. After high school, his parents sent him to California, where he lived with an aunt and worked in a machine shop. He returned to Chicago after three years and attended Illinois Institute of Technology, graduated and became a mechanical engineer. In 1941, he married Babette S. Heller. She stayed in Chicago with their first son, during World War II, while he joined the military and served in the Pacific where he flew over 30 combat missions. After World War II, they had a second son. William went on to have a career in the Air Force, in which he and Babette developed a love for traveling. Before and after serving in the military, he worked for several corporations in the production of mining equipment, gas-turbine engines and oil-drilling equipment. Babette passed away in 2003. He is survived by his son, William T., Heller; daughter-inIaw, Johann Heller, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; and grandchildren, Elizabeth Yoho, David Heller, Paul Heller; and 11 greatgrandchildren, also in Ohio. In Roanoke, he is survived by his son, Michael A. Heller; daughter-in-law, Rebecca A. Heller; and grandchildren, Benjamin Edward Heller and Emily Connelly. He was preceded in death by a greatgrandson, Mason Crist Heller. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Roanoke College Library by giving to the William and Babette Heller Memorial Fund at Roanoke College, Resources Development, 221 College Lane, Salem, Va. 24153. Services will be private in Arlington National Cemetery. Arrangements are by Oakey's South Chapel. 540-989-3131., Charities |
HEYWARD, Mrs. Sallie, of Richmond, departed this life, February 27, 2009. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday by the Rev. Michael Reeves at St. Andrew's UMC, 5615 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, followed by burial with full military honors in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. A reception will be held at the church immediately after the burial. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Lee's memory to the St. Andrew's UMC "CMC." Condolences may be registered at, Charities |
Leonard Elmer Horn, age 78 of Claypool Hill, Va., passed away Tues., Feb. 17, 2009. Born Feb. 2, 1931 in Buchanan County, Va., he was the son of the late George Washington and Pearl Keen Horn. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Leonard was a local equipment operator and contractor for the past 35 years. He was a member of the Richlands Tabernacle Church in Richlands, Va., for 30 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Emery Hayes Horn, Ed Horn and Andy Horn and two sisters, Martha Ellen Horn and Ruth Messer. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Creta Horn; one daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Samuel James Reynolds of Lebanon; granddaughter, Bethany Nicole Quesenberry of Lebanon; two brothers, Henry Charles Horn of Grand Prairie, Texas, and Clyde (C.J.) Horn of Claypool Hill; three sisters, Beatrice Keen of Contrary, Beulah Vandyke of Contrary and Betty Horne of Wytheville. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m. Fri., Feb. 20, 2009 at the Richlands Tabernacle at Richlands, Va., with Rev. Ralph Horton officiating. Interment followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were Art Cordle, James Horne, Don Horton, Phillip Horton, Ira Horne and Keith Varney. Honorary pallbearers were employees of C.J. Horn Contractors. Military graveside rites were conducted by Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 19, at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service served the Horn family. |
. He was a faithful employee for Hardees for 15 years, and was a life long member of Calvary United Methodist Church. He is survived by Virginia Huffine, his loving and devoted wife of 58 years and also his personal caregiver for the past five years; brother and sister-in-law, Carl and Joan Huffine, of Roanoke; sister-in-law, Frances Gross and husband, Harvey, of Roanoke; sister-in-law, Helen Wade, of Alexandria, Va.; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews including two devoted nieces, Cindy Johnson and Bonnie Douglas; and devoted great-nephew, Brandon Boothe, all of Roanoke; and his little buddy, Connor Boothe, who brought much joy to Melvin in the last year of his life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Calvary United Methodist Church, 845 Hemlock Road, Salem, Va. 24153. A private ceremony is planned., "Now that I have wings like a dove, I will fly far, far away into the wilderness and be at rest. Adios Amigos.", Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707., Charities |
Mary Austin Campbell Hughes, 89, of Wytheville died Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, at her home. A service to celebrate her life was held Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 3 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church. Interment was at East End Cemetery in Wytheville. She grew up in Wytheville, daughter of the late Fitzgerald "Fitz" and Mary Austin Campbell. She graduated from Wytheville High School and the National Cathedral School in Washington, D.C. She also attended Hollins College in Roanoke. As a trustee of St. John's Episcopal Church and a leader of the Episcopal Church Women, she was one of the first women to serve on the vestry of St. John's. She was a member of the Stuart Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Junior League of Augusta, Ga., an organization that was very special to her. Rotary International named her a Paul Harris Fellow for a lifetime of unselfish service and concern for individuals throughout her community. She wed Dr. Charles Brock Hughes in 1940. They were married for 54 years until his death in 1995. She enjoyed a lifelong love and concern for all people. She is remembered most as one who gave tirelessly of herself to brighten the lives of others. She was a gracious and wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her own family and to the many whose lives she touched every day. She was a devoted member and important force of St. John's Episcopal Church for 60 years. She also was preceded in death by her grandparents, Judge A.A. Campbell and Susie Stuart Campbell of Wytheville, Hugh Campbell and Mary Austin Scott Campbell of Richmond; three siblings, Archie A. Campbell, Frances Campbell Howell and Hugh Gould Campbell. Survivors include her five children, three sons-in-law and two daughters-in-law, Mary Austin "Merrily" Hughes and Thomas G. Hodges of Wytheville, Lee Hughes Johnson and Charles S. Johnson of Wytheville, Charles B. Hughes III and Lisa Diccianni Hughes of New York, N.Y., Fitzgerald "Jerry" Hughes and Mary Rowland Hughes of Roanoke, and Suzanne Hughes Detlefs and Dr. Richard Detlefs of Atlanta, Ga.; a sister, Mrs. Campbell Drake of Lynchburg; two sisters-in-law, Ella Hutchens Campbell of Avon, N.C., and Mary Lou Campbell of Wytheville; nine grandchildren, Ashley Johnson Harlow and John Harlow of Roanoke, Mary Austin Hodges George and Michael George of Rye, N.Y., Allison Johnson Bloomfield and Kevin Bloomfield of Roanoke, Thomas G. Hodges Jr. and Jennifer Perkins Hodges of Charleston, S.C., Samantha and Erik Linkous of Roanoke, Laura E. Campbell Hodges of Charlottesville, Mary Flynn Detlefs of San Francisco, Calif., Charles "Chip" Johnson Jr. of Charlotte, N.C., and Charles Brock Hughes IV of New York, N.Y.; and nine great-grandchildren, Madison Bloomfield, Campbell Bloomfield, Grayson Bloomfield and Tyler Bloomfield, all of Roanoke, Brock George, Cole George and Mary Austin George, all of Rye, N.Y., Alexander Hodges of Charleston, S.C., and Madalyn Linkous of Roanoke. Memorial donations may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, 275 East Main Street, Wytheville, VA 24382; the Brock Hughes Free Clinic, 100 Edgemont Road, Wytheville, VA 24382; or Boys' Home, 306 Boys' Home Road, Covington, VA 24426. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
s will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009, in the Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home Chapel, Roanoke, Va., Charities |
Dorothy Virginia Hunter was born in Portsmouth, Va., on Sept. 8, 1925, to the late William and Maryann Gray. The family moved to Brooklyn, N.Y., where she was raised in Brownsville with her brother, William (Bucky) who she was very close to. In 1942, she met the love of her life William Hunter (Boot). On July 21, 1946, they united in marriage and were blessed with six children. As a young adult, she accepted Jehovah God and began her journey serving the Lord with Joy. She was a dedicated member of the Cypress Hills congregation until she relocated to Columbia, S.C., where her health began to decline. Nana was a dedicated Mother and Grandmother and an inspiration to all she came in contact with. She will be greatly missed. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, William of 31 years; Beatrice Hunter (stepdaughter); and Jean Cummings (daughter). Mourning her loss, yet rejoicing in Heaven's gain are her precious five children, Mary Brown (Levan) of Long Island, N.Y., Patricia Daves (Ralph) of Brooklyn, N.Y., Nora Mouzon (Al) of Brooklyn, N.Y., Wanda Jones (Chauncey) of Petersburg, Va., Charles Hunter (Almetta) of Long Island, David Cummings (son-in-law) of Brooklyn, N.Y.; 17 grandchildren, Nicole Daniels of Queens, N.Y., Phyllis Doby (Eric) of Hopewell, Va., Alesha Conner (Mitch) of Columbia, S.C., Keely Burkett (Jeffrey) of Hopewell, Va., Charles Hunter of Brooklyn, N.Y., Monique Pankey (Brent) of New Jersey, Chauncey Jones (Zelika) of Petersburg, Va., David Cummings of Brooklyn, N.Y., Kisha Hunter of Richmond, Va., Jabar Hunter of Bronx, N.Y., Franshea Neal (David) of Richmond, Va., Charles Brown of Queens, N.Y., Kendra Brown of Schenetady, N.Y., Jarius Brown of Queens, N.Y., Kimeyasha and Kayrinah Hunter of Long Island, N.Y.; 40 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; one niece, Georganna Marcus (Charles) of Richmond, Va.; one nephew, Carl Hunter of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, devoted friends, Beverly Johnson, Elaine Mac; and adopted son, Joseph Hassan. A homegoing celebration was held on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Grace Funeral Chapel, Brooklyn, N.Y. Interment was held on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Evergreen Cemetery, Brooklyn, N.Y. |
HURT, Vernell Nelson Sr. departed this life February 26, 2009. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to 31st Street Baptist Church Capital Improvement Fund. Arrangements by |
Divette Isler NORFOLK - Divette Isler, 40, passed away Feb. 22, 2009. A funeral will be held Monday at 10 a.m. in Greenlawn Cemetery, Hampton. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge. |
Mr. John Jackson of New York died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
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will be held 1 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, in Alleghany Memorial Park. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home, Covington, Va., Charities |
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Feb 27, 2009 The funeral for Johnny Addison Harris, 63, of Callands, who died Feb. 21, 2009, was held Thursday at New Life Apostolic Church with Bishop Charlie Witcher officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Timothy Harris, Donnell Jones, Ronnie Harris, Julius Price, Dennis Harris and Derrick Harris. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements. |
s will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 200,9 at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va., Charities |
for a procession to the church. Viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel. Condolences may be offered at, Charities |
will be held. Instead of flowers or memorial gifts, "If, by chance, you wish to remember me, do it with a kind deed or word to someone who needs you." R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at, Charities |
Chloe Winifred Hurley Justus, 88 years of age of Cedar Bluff, Va., formerly of Buchanan County, passed away Fri., Feb. 20, 2009 at the Clinch Valley Medical Center, Richlands, Va., following an extended illness. Born in Pike County, Ky., she was the daughter of the late James N. and Cora Mae Harr Hurley. She was a resident of Buchanan County most of her life and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was a wonderful homemaker. "Behold thy mother" (John 19:27) Went to sleep in Jesus; with all of her children by her bedside. Mother shall wake-up at the sound of the trump of God, and rise in Christ. Mrs. Justus was preceded in death by her husband: Junior C. Justus, March 8, 1998; one daughter: Geraldine Justus; two sons: Imer and Michael Justus; four sisters; and one brother. She is survived by: one daughter: Imadean and husband Wendell Childress of Richlands, Va.; five sons: Ronald and wife Dolly Justus of Cedar Bluff, Va., Glenn Justus of Cedar Bluff, Va., Irvin and wife Margaret Justus of Claypool Hill, Va., Bryan and wife Diane Justus of Richlands, Va., Ray and wife Janie Justus of Cedar Bluff, Va.; one brother: Joe Hurley of Stopover, Ky. Also, survived by 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Chloe Winifred Hurley Justus were conducted Tues., Feb. 24, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Lee Burke and Sister Elsie Burke officiating. Burial followed in the Hibbitts Cemetery, Grundy, Va. Friends called at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel Sun. afternoon at 5:00 p.m. with services Sun. and Mon. evenings at 7:00 p.m. Active pallbearers were grandsons and friends. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.grundyfuneralhome.com Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy, Va., was in charge of all arrangements. |
Carlotta Ragnar (nee Nelson) Kennelly, 87, of Blacksburg, Va., died February 24, 2009. Funeral Mass 1 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Blacksburg. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Charities |
In Loving Memory Of Virginia Lee Lasiter January 16, 1922 - February 28, 2008 Thank you for the many years of faithfulness to our Lord, your loving commitment to your family and the unconditional love you had with in you. The lives of your daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren have been blessed with your time, love and many words of encouragement. Your loving example has been a constant reminder that God is always with us and we can always rest in his goodness. Virginia "Ginny" Lasiter, wife of David R. Lasiter, was taken on February 28, 2008. She passed peacefully in her sleep after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's Disease. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, David; one brother, Jim Stewart of Salisbury, MD; one daughter, Barbara Miller and husband, Bob, of Seaford, DE; four grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Ginny was predeceased by a daughter, her mother and father, two brothers and a sister. Thank God for you and your magnificent life, Charities |
will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Faith Baptist Church in Natural Bridge Station with the Rev. Terry Bostic and the Rev. Rock Chocklett officiating. The family will receive friends at the home of the Joshua and Megghan Lawhorne, 15162 Wyatt's Way, Huddleston, Va. Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston, Va., Charities |
will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va., Charities |
Lelia G. East |
Feb 27, 2009 Lelia Goard East, 86, of Meadows of Dan, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Northern Hospital of Surry County in Mount Airy, N.C. She was born in Patrick County on June 22, 1922, to Dennis and Pearl Goad Goard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William East; two sons, Charlie East and David East; and two brothers, Irvin Goard and Albert Goard. Surviving are a daughter, Margaret Nester of Meadows of Dan; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Edgar Goard of Stuart and Bobby Goard of Patrick Springs; and five sisters, Pauline Epperly, Eva Foley, Lois Worley, Nannie Ruth Lawson and Elaine Hughes, all of Patrick Springs. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Mark Wright officiating. Burial will be in Patrick Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 tonight at the funeral home and other times at the home of her daughter, Margaret Nester, 1465 Free Union Road, Meadows of Dan. |
Reece Lewis died Feb. 25, 2009 after a brief battle with cancer. He was a 1969 graduate of Richlands High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Viola Lewis of Richlands; one sister, Ruth Smith of Bluefield; two brothers, Bill and Delbert Lewis of Lakeland, Fla., and one nephew, Keith Lewis of Atkins. Survivors include sister Dreema and husband, Dennis Call, of Atkins; sister Rita Mabe of Mace A.F. Base, Turkey; brother Ronnie Lewis and wife, Liz, of Marion, special friend, Lois Stump of Atkins and pet dog, BabyGirl; a host of nieces and nephews including special niece, Michelle Harrison, and special great-niece, Hannah Harrison of Bristol, Va., and special nephew, Hutch Call of Norfolk. Cremation and private service was Lewis' request. Condolences may be sent to: ddcall123@wmconnect.com. Cremation Society of Virginia is in charge of arrangements. |
LOVING, Vicki Frame, 60, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 26, 2009. She was preceded in death by her son, Welford "Allen" Loving Jr.; and her father, Glyde Frame. She is survived by her devoted husband, Welford A. Loving Sr.; mother, Shirley Frame; brother, Elben Frame and wife, Frankie; granddaughters, Amanda Loving and Lindsay Rattelsdorfer; and grandson, Chase Loving. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Mechanicsville Chapel, Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday. Interment will follow at Signal Hill Memorial Park. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. E.E. "Dick" Jones officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel & Crematory, 540-362-1237., Charities |
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Katherine "Siddy" Porter Mabe, 84, of Max Meadows died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. Funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, at 11 a.m. at the Max Meadows United Methodist Church. Interment will be in West End Cemetery. She was a member of the Max Meadows United Methodist Church. She was a retired postal worker and former owner/operator of Fort Chiswell Grocery. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh Stafford and Virginia Watts Porter; and her husband, Robert Lewis Mabe. Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Lena Mabe Davis of Max Meadows, Claudia Mabe and Roy Gallimore of Pulaski, Carol Mabe and Mike Reynolds of Max Meadows; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert Lewis Jr. and Pat Mabe of Tampa, Fla.; a brother and sister-in-law, Hugh "Son" Franklin and Jettie Porter of Max Meadows; special friends, Donna Moore of Max Meadows and Dulinda Bender of Floyd; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Madison L. Beal |
Feb 27, 2009 A graveside service for Madison LaParis Beal, infant daughter of Keyosha Shawntel Farris and Andre Pierre Beal of Martinsville, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Oak Level Cemetery in Henry with Elder Alan Preston officiating. The child died who died Feb. 21, 2009. Surviving, in addition to the parents, are a brother, KeAndre Pierre Beal of Martinsville; grandparents, Rita Barksdale, Andre Simmons and Marie and Roger Dillard; and great-grandparents, Alonzo Beal, Mary and James Farris and Eva Mae Dillard. Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in First Baptist Church South Portsmouth. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham Street, is in charge. |
MARTIN, Miss. Bessie, 89, of Chase City, Va., died on February 26, 2009. Any relatives are asked to contact Giles-Harris Funeral Home at 434-372-4691 or email harrisfhc@verizon.net. |
11 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, Northside Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Charities |
MARTIN, Mary Perkins, 82, of Fishersville and Norfolk, Va., entered eternal life on Wednesday, February 25, 2009. Mrs. Martin was born in Charleston, S.C., and was the daughter of Arthur and Jessie Perkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, John R. "Jack" Martin Sr. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Karen Martin of Richmond, Va.; two sons, John R. Martin Jr. and his wife, Cecelia, of San Diego, Calif., William H. Martin and his wife, Darcie, of Waynesboro, Va.; and two grandchildren, Allison and Christopher Martin. A Mass of the Resurrection will be conducted on Tuesday, March 3, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 520 Graydon Ave., Norfolk, Va. Interment will immediately follow at Belle Haven, Va. The family will receive friends at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, 1501 Colonial Ave., Norfolk, Va., on Monday, March 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southern Care Hospice, 2815 N. Augusta St., Suite C., Staunton, Va. 24401, or to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Richmond, 4600 Cox Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
On Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, Mr. John Willie McCrae of 1229 W. Wythe St., Petersburg, Va., departed this life at the residence of his niece after a brief battle with cancer. John was the son of the late Tom McCrae Sr. and Rebecca Williams McCrae. He was a native of Bennettsville, S.C., and later moved to Petersburg, Va. John was a jokester and full of fun. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Bessie Mae Spears, Daisey Mae Ridges and Alice Drayton; and brother, Curtis McCrae. Left to cherish his memories are a son, John Hargraves, and a daughter, Quantina Hargraves, both of Petersburg, Va.; two grandchildren, Quantaesha Hargraves and Matthew Hargraves, both Petersburg, Va.; sisters, Shady Wright, Doretha Brown and Corrie Thomas, all of Petersburg, Va., and Arnetha Peterkins (George) of Bennettsville, S.C.; brothers, James Brown (Muriel) of Brooklyn, N.Y., James McCrae (Janie Mae) of Bennettsville, S.C., Tom McCrae Jr. (Chantay) of Petersburg, Va.; one uncle, Roosevelt Williams of Bennettsville, S.C.; a host of nieces and nephews, among them devoted, Eva "May-May" Ridges and Angela Taylor, cousins, other relatives and friends, among them devoted friends and caretakers, Arthur Starkes, Elizabeth Gilcrest, Michael Ridges, Angela Johnson, Randy Ward and Mr. Charlie Moody. A special thank-you goes out to Crater Community Hospice and his nurse Ms. Susan Stowe and The Rev. Graham Patterson. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Elder James Clarke, pastor of Power of Praise Bibleway Church, Hopewell, Va., officiating. The family will receive friends at 1229 W. Wythe St., Petersburg, Va., and may be contacted by calling (804) 722-1647. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. McCrae online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
Richard Tracy McKinney, 71, of Bland County, the Little Creek community, died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009. Funeral service was held Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Monroe officiating. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 11 a.m. at the Goshen Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Lawrence and Lucy King McKinney; a granddaughter, Ginger McKinney; a great-grandson, Dakotah Tawney; two sisters, Elva Widner and Katherine Underwood; and two brothers, Sherwood McKinney and Joe Lee McKinney. Survivors include his wife, Louise Brunk McKinney of the home; a daughter and son-in-law, Vanessa and Terry Edwards of Draper; two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard Jr. and Lee Ann McKinney of Little Creek, Chuckie Wayne and Katie McKinney of Raleigh, N.C.; three sisters, Gail Habina of Bastian, Linda Habina of Fredericksburg and Sandra Linkous of Speedwell; three brothers, Johnny Shipwash of Ivanhoe, Gary McGrady of Rocky Gap and Andre McGrady of Bland; four stepchildren and their spouses, Helen and Robert Hobbelman of Richmond, Mark Hamblin of Dublin, Rita and Dale Croy of Pearisburg; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and a special grandson, Bobby Croy. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
In Loving Memory of Luther P. (Mac) McPHERSON 9/28/1934 2/29/2004, Forever in our hearts, Always in our thoughts., Love Pam, Debbie, Mark, Brett Tamara & Grandchildren, Charities |
Mildred A. Thomasson |
Feb 27, 2009 The funeral for Mildred Lee Adkins Thomasson, 93, of Martinsville, who died Feb. 23, 2009, was held Thursday at Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home with Elder John Wingfield officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Dean Eggleston, Chris Eggleston, Tracy Eggleston, Shane Thomasson, Jeremiah Thomasson, Benjamin Thomasson, Thomas Burnette, Aaron Dial, David Purcell and James Bowles. |
In Loving Memory of James Lewis II MILLER 2/28/1975 10/11/2008, Today is your birthday, darling,, But one without candles and cake;, The first you are spending in Heaven,, And with grief my heart almost breaks., Missing my only son deeply, Mom, Charities |
MINOR, Laionease, 89, of Richmond, passed February 24, 2009. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Minor. She leaves to cherish four children, Barbara Monroe, John, Denise and Sherry Minor; nine grandchildren; one devoted grandchild, Cynthia Blackston; 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; one devoted son-in-law, Frank "Buck"; and a host of friends and other relative. Remains rest at W.S. Watkins Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Monday, March 2, 2009 at Triumphant Baptist Church, 1801 Manson Ave. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen, Va. |
. Memorial donations may be made to the church at P.O. Box 129, Avon, NC 27915 or Albemarle Hospice, P.O. Box 189, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 E. Church St., Elizabeth City, is assisting the Mol family. You may express online condolences to the family at, Charities |
MOLLEN, Audrey K., of Richmond, died Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She is survived by her husband of over 59 years, Alfred I. Mollen; her daughter, Phyllis E. Mollen (Jack Chandler); her son, Neal D. Mollen (Tina); her grandson, Nathaniel A. Mollen; two sisters, Beryl Levine and Reven Edelstein. Graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday in Richmond Beth-El Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to WCVE 88.9 Public Radio. Arrangements by Bliley's. |
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s 11 a.m. February 28, 2009, at Sherwood Memorial Park. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Charities |
s will be held at the graveside at Morgans Baptist Church Cemetery on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at 2:30 p.m. with the Rev. Mike Jones officiating. Friends may call Saturday after noon and the family will receive friends from 3 until 6 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford., Charities |
In Loving Memory, We miss you!![br]Sam Mormando[br][br]You have been truly missed this past year! We Love you, Jan and Family[br], Charities |
3 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2009, Vesuvius Baptist Church. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista., Charities |
Mugg, Michael Rafield - Michael Rafield Mugg Michael Rafield Mugg, age 53, died at Potomac Hospital on February 25, 2009. Michael was a member of New Faith Ministries. .... |
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Blacksburg Councilman Derek Myers has died, a family member said today.Myers, a retired Virginia Tech arts professor, was elected to the Blacksburg Town Council in May.For decades he largely worked behind the scenes on civic and social justice issues.He came to Tech in 1973 from North Carolina where he taught at St. Andrew's Presbyterian College. He was a Tech faculty member until retiring in 2003. He spent 11 of those years as department chairman of art and art history and was later named a professor emeritus. |
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NAPIER, Ellen Mayo Harrison, died peacefully at her home on February 25, 2009. Mrs. Napier was born on September 27, 1921 in New Bern, North Carolina. She was predeceased by her parents, Catherine Stapleford Harrison and Richard Grant Harrison. Mrs. Napier was raised in Richmond and graduated from John Marshall High School. She attended Smithdeal-Massey Business College. In 1942, she married the love of her life, Oscar Taylor Napier. They started in the grocery business in their early years as proprietors of McGuire Park Foods and the Super Mart at Stratford Hills Shopping Center, before Mr. Napier started in the real estate business in 1957. Mrs. Napier was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. She was fun-loving and known for her sense of humor. She especially enjoyed her "Bridge Club" friends and volunteering her time at Chippenham Hospital. In her later life, she enjoyed traveling, and especially spending winters in Naples, Florida with her family. She was a beautiful and elegant lady, with a deep faith and strength that helped sustain her through a lengthy battle with Parkinson's disease. Mrs. Napier is a past member of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, which she attended throughout her childhood and Bon Air Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Napier is survived by her devoted husband, Oscar T. Napier; daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Jim Allison; son and daughter-in-law, Rich and Judy Napier; son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Kathy Napier; grandchildren, David Page and wife, Shelly, Brian Napier, Kristen Napier and Megan Napier; and great-grandchildren, Caroline Page, Ella Page and Sarah Michele Page. She is also survived by her sister, Ruth Harrison Miles and her husband, Alexander W. Miles, sister, Nancy Harrison Wright, brother-in-law, Clarence G. Price, as well as several nieces. She was predeceased by her sister, Frances Harrison Price. The family wishes to thank the caregivers at Mature Options for their care of Mrs. Napier in her home over the past several years, with special gratitude to Betty Miller.They were all "angels among us". The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday. Entombment will follow in the mausoleum at Hollywood Cemetery. The family requests that memorials be directed to VCU Massey Cancer Center, P.O. Box 980214, Richmond, Va. 23298 or Bon Secours Hospice Foundation, 5855 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226. |
Edith Cox Neel, 83, of Niceville, Fla., died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, at her home. A memorial service was held Friday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Niceville, Fla. Born Edith Alva Cox in a small cabin deep in the mountains of Bland County on Aug. 17, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Grady Woolwine Cox and the late Cleta Thompson Cox. In 1942, after graduating from Ceres High School at the age of 16, she packed her meager belongings into a tiny suitcase and left her mountain home for good. In her pocket jingled every bit of her money: nine silver dollars and one $5 gold piece. Her grandfather had given her the money. She never spent those dollars which will be given to her beloved grandchildren. Instead, she enrolled in a job-training program at Pulaski Hospital, eventually becoming one of the first X-ray technicians in Virginia. Years later, while working at a hospital in Gastonia, N.C., she met and married Emmett R. White, M.D. Together they raised three children in Valdese, N.C. Later in life, she married her high school sweetheart, Herman R. Neel. They settled in rural North Carolina, near Mockville. There for more than a decade, she led a quiet life and indulged in several of her favorite hobbies which included reading, sewing and gardening. In 1993, she and Herman moved to Niceville, Fla., and Virginia. Blessed with a sharp wit and even sharper intellect, she had a passion for history and geography. She also delighted in baking, crocheting, embroidering, making her famous bread and enjoying the company of her children and grandchildren. She loved bird watching, hated squirrels and was a crack-shot with a .22 rifle. Survivors include a daughter, Beverly Byrne, and her husband, Pat, of Niceville, Fla.; a son, E. Royce White Jr., and his wife, Gina, of Niceville, Fla.; a daughter, Millie Rothrock, and husband, Neil, of Wytheville; five grandchildren, Patrick Byrne III, CPT/USA, currently serving his country in Iraq, Michael Byrne of Niceville, Fla., and Lizzie Rothrock of Wytheville; a niece, Brenda Queen of Maysville, N.C.; and three stepchildren in North Carolina, Jeff Neel, Cathy Bumgarner and Joe Neel. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1407 E. John Sims Parkway, Niceville, FL 32578; or Covenant Hospice, 101 Hart St., Niceville, FL 32578. National Cremation and Burial Society/Memory Park Cemetery in Milton, Fla., was in charge of the arrangements. |
Nellie Mae Divers |
Feb 27, 2009 Nellie Mae Divers, 87, formerly of 249 Kimberly Drive, Bassett, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at the Stanleytown Health and Rehab Center. She was born in Patrick County on Feb. 11, 1922, to Fred Lee Roberson and Beatrice Sheppard Roberson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Dwayne Divers; and a brother, Bernard Roberson. She was a member of Chatham Heights Primitive Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Jake E. Divers Jr. of the home; three daughters, Barbara Slate of Collinsville, Nancy Turner of Bassett and Linda Johnson of Collinsville; two sons, Robert Divers of Collinsville and Jay Divers III of Roanoke; one sister, Irene R. Turner of Collinsville; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, with Pastor Robbie Divers and Elder Thomas Radford officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home and other times at the home on Kimberly Drive, Bassett. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633. |
Garland Daniel Nester, 64, of Montvale, Va., passed away Friday, February 27, 2009. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford., Charities |
James O. Nester Jr., 80, of Disputanta, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory. |
NEWELL, Virginia Lee Wells, a native of Petersburg, who lived in the Prince George and Richmond areas until a few years ago when she moved with her daughter and son-in-law to Gloucester County, died on February 26, 2009. Virginia was a member of Gloucester Point Baptist Church and the Minnie Rowe Sunday school class. She enjoyed singing and well into her 80's she sang for "the old people" at the nursing home. Virginia made friends easily and was the type of friend you were proud to have. Her honesty, strength and depth of character will forever remain in our hearts and the hearts of her friends. Her parents, Thomas J. Wells, Sr. and Lola Cameron Wells; husband, Julius Fulton Newell; sister, Frances Joyner and brother T. J. Wells, Jr. also preceded her in death. She is survived by her loving daughter, Rose Gill and husband, Benny; niece, Dianthia Joyner; nephew, Charles Joyner and wife, Betty. Graveside funeral services, officiated by Reverend Ray Goude Jr., will be held 2 p.m. Monday at Blandford Cemetery, 319 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3 until 4 p.m. at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point, Va. In Virginia's memory, contributions may be given to the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society, Post Office Box 385, Gloucester, Va. 23061. |
Viola Aldene Conner Nichols, 75, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009, at Richfield Care Center. She was born March 22, 1933, to the late Guy and Nellie Poff Conner of Floyd County. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Dessie Conner and Annie Dowdy; and her brothers, Cleophas, Alvin, George and Harley Conner. Mrs. Nichols was of the Primitive Baptist faith. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Thomas Cole Nichols; and a number of nieces and nephews. Services will be held 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Avenue. Elder Junior Conner will officiate. Interment will follow in Rest Vale Cemetery in Floyd County. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Charities |
In Loving Memory of James R. Sr. NICHOLS 2/28/1930 11/5/2008, This is your 1st birthday in Heaven. Although we miss you very much, we know in our hearts you are happy and full of life again. We love you and miss you very much., Happy Birthday With Love! Brenda, Jimmy, Sue, Sandy Nina and Families, Charities |
. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family., Charities |
On Thursday Feb. 26, 2009, our dear mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, neighbor and friend, Greta Roslyn Parham, of 10309 Colemans Lake Road, Ford, Va., departed this life at the Thomas Palliative Care Unit, Massey Cancer Center, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Va. Greta will be remembered and missed by all that were fortunate enough to know her. We will remember her love of and zest for living, learning and life. We will remember her exactness in deed, speech, manner and appearance. We will remember her love of her family, her friends, her church, her travel, and her community. These are only a few of our "Favorite Things" to remember about Greta Roslyn Parham. Born on Jan. 3, 1966, in Petersburg, Va., to the late Bert Parham Jr. and Catherine M. Parham of Ford, Va., Greta was indeed a gentlewoman who showered gracious kindness and high culture to all of those lives she touched. Greta pursued a career in nursing because of her love and compassion for people. Greta was a graduate of the Dinwiddie school system, and the Petersburg School of Nursing, and a certified phlebotomy technician. Greta also was a diligent and devoted employee of the Southside Virginia Training Center. Greta joined Mount Poole Baptist Church at an early age, and remained active until her health declined. She was a member of the Sunday School, Youth Choir, Hospitality Committee, Mass Choir, the Young Adult Fellowship, and a youth advisor. She leaves to celebrate her life a beloved son, Christopher James Parham of Ford; a loving and devoted mother, Catherine M. Parham of Ford; six brothers, Stefan Mayfield (Julia) of Dinwiddie, Carl Parham (Cynthia) of Petersburg, Tracy Parham of Richmond, Malcolm Parham of Ford, Bert Parham III of Petersburg, Ronald Parham (Elizabeth) of Chesterfield; two sisters, among them her devoted and loving sister, Terry Parham of Ford, Shirley Wyche (Stander) of Disputanta; nine aunts to include her two devoted and loving aunts, Sarah M. Hines (Nathaniel) of Chesterfield, and Fannie P. Hamilton (MSG Ret. Raymond) of Petersburg, Elnora Rollins, Otelia Evans, Louise Mayfield, Julia Mayfield, all of Chesterfield, Mattie P. Bell, Nannie P. Bonner of Petersburg, and Rose Parham of Chesterfield; uncles, Charles Parham of Petersburg, Edward Parham (Gloria) of Joilet, III, and Samuel Parham (Francis) of St. Petersburg, Fla.; a host of many, many, many, devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, at the Mt. Poole Baptist Church, Ford, Va., with the Rev. Stephen W. Pugh, pastor, officiating. The internment will follow at the Mount Poole Baptist Church Cemetery. Public viewing will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at the funeral home. The family will receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling (804)-265-8219. Final arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney. (804)-478-4411. |
Mr. Charles S. Parrish Jr. departed this life Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009. He was born March 22, 1938. He leaves to cherish his memories a devoted wife, Brenda Parrish, one son, Robert Parrish (Paige); a daughter Scarlet Parrish; one granddaughter Amanda McEntee (John); one grandson, Robert Parrish (Ashlee); adoptive grandsons Josh Parrish, Chris Pipper, and Carl Pipper Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service for Mr. Charles S. Parrish Jr. will be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Feb. 28, 2009, at The Chapel of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. Robert L. Barnes, associate minister of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Prince George, will officiate. Viewing will be held Saturday, February 28, 2009 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the day of the service. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell; Rev. William N. Bland Jr. funeral director. Following the services the family invite friends for refreshments at 1304 Pine Ave. Hopewell. |
Bonnie Louise Pearman, 66, of Wytheville died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. Funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, at 1 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Revs. Hal Lewis and Frank McDonald officiating. Interment will be in the Olive Branch Cemetery. She was born March 16, 1942, in Wythe County, daughter of the late James W. and Robie Virginia Walk Pearman. She was retired from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant. She was preceded in death by a brother, James Carlton Pearman. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Dreama and Keith Kelly of Max Meadows, Patricia "Fuzzy" and Bill Worrell of Fletcher, N.C.; a sister, Margaret Virginia Fisher of Max Meadows; a brother and sister-in-law, Stephen "Jan" and Dawn Pearman of Austinville; four grandchildren, Tosha Worrell, Heather Hashman, Sheridan Kelly and Brady Kelly; two great-grandchildren, Hannah Hashman and Takayla Wroten; and several nieces and nephews. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
James R. Pearson NORFOLK - James R. Pearson, 67, of the 900 block of Greenway Court, passed away Feb. 25, 2009. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was retired after serving 27 years with the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his daughter, Tisha Pearson. He will have a naval burial at sea. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is in charge., Charities |
Perkins, Jacob D. "Jake" - "Jake" Jacob D. Perkins Jacob "Jake" D. Perkins, age 28, of Woodbridge, Va. died, Sunday, February 22, 2009 in Orlando, Fla. Jacob was a .... |
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Vera G. "Polly" Poole, 84, of Colonial Heights, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. |
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PRATT, Ava "Polly", age 81, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. She was preceded in death by her son, Lee Pratt; and is survived by her three children, Dr. Rebecca "Becky" Kiraly-Qualls, Lowell D. Pratt Jr., and Peggy McFarland; eight grandchildren, Andy Pratt, Erin McFarland, Ryan Kiraly, Megan Pratt, Kyle McFarland, Daniel Kiraly, Robbie Pratt, and Caitlin McFarland; and numerous family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at Trinity Assembly of God, 233 North Courthouse Road, Richmond, Va. 23235. In lieu of flowers, you may contribute to: Massey Cancer Center - Lung Cancer Research, P.O. Box 980214, Richmond, Va. 23298. |
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will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Holy Trinity Chapel of Westminster-Canterbury, Virginia Beach, with Chaplain Richard Keever officiating. The family will receive friends in Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel, Sunday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The family sincerely thanks the staff of Westminster-Canterbury for its care and consideration of Mrs. Purser and her loved ones and would welcome memorial contributions in her name to the Westminster-Canterbury Employee Christmas Fund, 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Please share a memory with the family at, Charities |
Raiford, Katherine Wayland - Katherine Wayland Raiford Katherine Wayland Raiford, age 83, of Manassas, Virginia died Thursday, February 26, 2009 at Prince William Hospital, Manassas. She is survived .... |
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Charis Jean Rector, 71, died on Feb. 25, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, L.J. and Grace Rector, a sister, Mary R. Ward, and a brother, Joe R. Rector. She was a dedicated mother and daughter. She was a kind, generous, and loving soul. She spent most of her life helping others. She was a long-term employee of the Smyth Farm Bureau in Chilhowie from 1972 until 1993. She then went on to pursue a successful career in nursing at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute in Marion. Survivors include by one son, Johnny Rector of Dandridge, Tenn.; her former daughter-in-law, Beth Rector of Dandridge, Tenn.; several nieces and nephews including nieces, Christy Rector Maher of San Francisco, Calif., Pamela Ward Anderson of Concord, N.C., Tonia Ward Norris of Star Tannery; and nephew, Monte Ward of Glade Springs; sister-in-law, Barbara Rector of Marion; several cousins including Betty Sims and husband, Jack, of Marion and Ann St. Onge of Orlando, Fla.; one aunt, Dorothy Roberson of Cincinnati, Ohio; and a dear friend and long-term caregiver, Brenda Matney of Jefferson City, Tenn. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, March 1, at 2 p.m. at Seaver Brown Chapel. Burial will follow in the Round Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown.com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. |
following at Rosewood Memorial Park, 631 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the , First Baptist Church of Virginia Beach, or the charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank Jane's many friends and caregivers for their love and support over the years. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities |
.com. The Reed family is being served by Horne Funeral Service., Charities |
In Loving Memory of Raymond E. RICHARDS (Husband, Dad and Gran-Gran), It's been one year today which our minds refuse to believe, when the angels came and said it is time for you to leave. Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow, what it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. Our family circle has been broken, now our memories of you are a cherished token. Your resting place we visit and put flowers there with care. But no one knows the heartache when we turn and you there. Sometimes the pain of sadness is just too much to bear. We miss you sadly and will always love you dearly. Our promise to you is this, as the years go past. Your flowers will always last., Happy First Year in Heaven, and we love you so very much., Nancy, Sandy, Josh, Shelia David and Michael, Charities |
Mr. Osborne Richardson of 2518 Park View Ave., Petersburg, Va., died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Retreat Hospital, Richmond, Va. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, wwww.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
s will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Updike Funeral Chapel, Huddleston with the Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. Interment will follow in Roach Family Cemetery. Friends may call Saturday after 12 noon and the family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston., Charities |
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Carole Dawn Roland, 67, died on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009 in the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville. She was born in Smyth County to the late William Frank Sherwood and Winnie Leaula Sherwood. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church and had worked at Buster Brown. Survivors include her husband of 49 years, Edward "Jack" Roland; one son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Lisa Roland of Chilhowie; one daughter and son-in-law, Jackie Sue and Stacey Taylor of Saltville; seven grandchildren, Kreig Roland and Tyler Roland of Chilhowie, Junior Taylor, Lorna Taylor, Kayla Taylor, Derrick Taylor, Nacole Woods, all of Saltville; one brother and sister-in-law, William "Willie" and Kitty Sherwood of Marion; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Bettie and Denver McMillan of Yuma, Ariz., Mary and Ben Castellow of Hampton; and a host of brothers and sisters in Christ. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sunday, March 1, at Macedonia Baptist Church in Chilhowie with the Rev. Tim Blevins and the Rev. Tim Surber officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday starting at 6 p.m. at the church. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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ROWELL, Garland Ray, 66, of Chesterfield, passed away February 27, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Shelby "Jean" Rowell; children, Lisa Rowell, Melissa Rowell, Edith Marie Tidwell, John B. Slough and Vickie Covington; two brothers, Jimmy and Donald Rowell; three sisters, Evelyn Ray, Linda Kidd and Marian Bellflower; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mr. Rowell retired from Philip Morris with 22 year's service. His family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull St. Rd., where funeral services will be held 12 noon Monday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Snellings Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel., Charities |
Sanchez, Tomasa Untalan "Tammy" - "Tammy" Tomasa Untalan Sanchez June 22, 1942-Feb. 21, 2009 Tomasa Untalan Sanchez "Tammy" (Familian Casamerio /Paeng)(June 22, 1942 - February 21, 2009) from Woodbridge, .... |
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In Loving Memory of Alvin, Jr. SARTIN February 28, 1964 June 3, 1989, There is a link death cannot server,, Love and remembrance last forever., Happy Birthday, Love always, Mom, Dad, Sandy, Mike, Charities |
SCOTT, Evelyn Marshall, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 26, 2009. Evelyn was born February 7, 1927. She was preceded in heaven by her husband of 51 years, Chesleigh Walter Scott Jr. She will forever be remembered by her loving children; daughter, Janice S. Goodman and son-in-law, James L. Goodman Sr.; son, Raymond Earl Scott and daughter-in- law, Marie J. Scott; and daughter, Pamela S. Salgado and son-in-law, Jose M. Salgado, all of Mechanicsville, Va. She will be dearly missed by her five beloved grandchildren, spouses, and seven great-grandchildren; granddaughter, Michele Goodman Seibert and husband, H. Alan Seibert, their sons, Chad 11, Logan 7, and Tyler 5 of Salem, Va., grandson, James L. Goodman Jr. and wife, Christy Goodman, and their two daughters, Aliza 4, and Elise 3 months, of Mechanicsville, granddaughter, Julie Scott Benware and husband, Wade Benware, of King William, granddaughter, Angie Goodman Spruill and her husband, Todd Spruill, and their son, Dylan 4 and daughter, Taylor 2, of Mechanicsville, and granddaughter, Maria Salgado 12, daughter of Pam and Jose Salgado, of Mechanicsville, Va. She is survived by her two sisters, Margie Trent and Ethel Osterbind. She will be remembered by all who knew her for her endless generosity and kindness to others. Friends and family are invited to visit at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, Sunday, March 1, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, at the funeral home. Interment at Greenwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 14101 Patterson Avenue, Richmond. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 804-730-0035. |
SHARP, Joseph L. "Boots", 86, of Richmond, died February 27, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, James L. and Ethel Sharp; and his brothers, Thomas and Ralph Sharp, all of Montpelier. He is survived by his wife, Velma W. Sharp; son, Lial Sharp; daughter, Shelby Aladj and husband, John; grandchildren, Ben and Ginger Brickey, and Kathleen, Stephanie and Andrew Aladj; and brother, William "Ray" Sharp and wife, Joyce. Mr. Sharp served in the Army in WWII and retired from American Tobacco Company. His remains rest at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where the family will receive friends Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Monday, 2 p.m. Interment Church of our Saviour Episcopal Church Cemetery, Montpelier, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Church of Our Saviour Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 11, Montpelier, Va. 23192. |
Philip Earl (P.E.) Shorter, 84, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Charities |
SILNEY, Ronald Dennis, 66, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on February 18, 2009, after a long and trying battle with many illnesses. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rebecca Leigh Silney; son, Jedidiah Willis Silney; and brother, Jerry Silney. He is survived by his wife, Mary Silney; daughters, Janaya Poarch, Grace Silney, all of Richmond, Elisha Silney of Portland, Ore.; grandchildren, Keon "Bean" Johnson and Faith Oviatt. Services will be private. The family may be contacted at (804) 428-7041. |
In Loving Memory Diane Smiley February 28, 1948 - August 28, 2006 Gone, but Never Forgotten. Your Loving Husband, Mr. Arthur Smiley Sr. & Family, Charities |
Carroll B. Smith NEWPORT NEWS - Carroll Brandon "Buddy" Smith, 56, better known as Buddy, went home to be with the Lord Feb. 26, 2009 at Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton. Buddy was born in Portsmouth on May 16, 1952 to Carroll and the late Margaret Smith. After graduating from Tennessee Temple College in August 1975, he was a teacher and coach for 27 years before working as senior athletic coordinator for the City of Newport News Parks and Recreation. Memories of him will be cherished by his wife Bernice of 34 years; two children, Jennifer and Jason Smith; a daughter- in-law, Misty Smith; two grandchildren, Amya and Breydon Smith; his father, Carroll Smith; brother, Thomas Smith, sister, Elaine Hughes, and their families. He will be missed by his family, friends and many students. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday in W.J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Maranatha Baptist Church, 221 Hampton Hwy., Yorktown. Entombment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park in Newport News., Charities |
Clarence L. Smith SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Clarence L. "Butch" Smith of Santa Clara passed away Feb. 13, 2009. Butch was born April 19, 1952 in Oakland, Calif., and raised in Norfolk. He was a wonderful father to his daughter, Daniele, and is survived by his mother, Rose Smith, and his five siblings, Bonnie Bradley, Sandra Landen, Rosemary Curtis, Robert Smith and Denise Wilkinson and their extended families that live in or near Norfolk. He was preceded in death by his brother, Barry Smith. After moving to California in 1980, he maintained close ties to his family back east, maintaining his role as a father figure to his younger brothers and sisters. Butch was employed at Lockheed Martin as an engineer for 28 years and could be heard saying "I can't believe they pay me to do this." He was proud to be part of the team for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program and played a noted role in the success of the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) program. He loved his work and his time off where he could be found sculling in Santa Cruz, golfing with his friends, or riding his BMW motorcycle, but Butch would say his biggest accomplishment in his life was his daughter Daniele. He doted on her as a child and became her biggest fan in her young adult life. He cherished her creativity and independence and was her cheerleader as she started making her own path., Charities |
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will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Covenant United Methodist Church on Dock Landing Road in Chesapeake with Pastor Frank Jennings officiating, with burial to follow in Olive Branch Cemetery, Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Colington United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 3425, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 or to the charity of your choice. Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to, Charities |
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Fannie M. Stone, 77, of Long Island, Va., passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna, Va., Charities |
SWINSON, Evans Charles, of Richmond, departed this life February 26, 2009. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. |
Genesis L. Taylor MURFREESBORO - Genesis Jo-Miracle Lewter Taylor, 10 days old, died Feb. 23, 2009. A funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. in Wilder's Funeral Home Chapel, Aulander. |
In Loving Memory Charles H. Taylor, Jr. February 28, 1929 - February 19, 2008 Happy Birthday - We miss you Wife, Children, and Grandchildren, Charities |
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Mamie Vaughan TROTWOOD, Ohio - Mamie Vaughan, formerly of Portsmouth, died Feb. 24, 2009. A funeral will be held Monday at 11:30 a.m. in Emanuel AME Church, Portsmouth. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge. |
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Feb 27, 2009 The funeral for Virginia Louise Via Burch, 66, of Martinsville, who died Feb. 22, 2009, was held Thursday at Norris Funeral Services with the Revs. Bruce Tuttle and Ron Mateer officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Phillip Evans, Patrick Johnakin, Tom Millehan, Darren Epperly, Chris Millehan, Tom Via and Patrick Millehan. |
WALTON, Ella Ruth, 70, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 26, 2009 after a long courageous battle with her illness. She was the devoted wife of William Oscar Walton Sr.; loving mother of Kimberly Ruth Walton, Robin Walton Rozell and her husband, Donald, Bill Walton and his wife, Laurie and Cheryl Thomas Walton; beloved grandmother of Justine Walton, Trey Walton and Jordan Rozell; sister of Elden McKinnon and his wife, Maidie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Ollie Mae Davis; and her stepmother, Opal Davis. The family will receive friends Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Road. Funeral services will be Monday 2 p.m. at Mechanicsville Baptist Church, with interment to follow in Mattaponi Baptist Church Cemetery in King and Queen County. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Chattering Children School, 1307 Lakeside Ave., Richmond, 23228. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009, in the Blacksburg United Methodist Church with the Rev. Reggie Tuck officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Interfaith Food Pantry, 550 North Main St., Blacksburg, Va. 24060 or Montgomery Country Christmas Store, 30 W. Main Street, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday evening, March 1, 2009, at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, S.W., Blacksburg, Va., Charities |
WHITE, Vera Butler, age 89, went to be with her dear husband of 63 years on Thursday, February 26, 2009. A lifelong resident of Richmond, she graduated from Glen Allen High School and married her sweetheart, John W. White. Surviving are her daughter, Brenda W. Larivey; her son-in-law, Chuck Larivey; and two grand-children, Chris and Katie, all of San Diego, Calif. Also surviving is one sister, Mamie Seay of Richmond, as well as many nieces and nephews in the Virginia/North Carolina area. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in her name to Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226. |
Marie C. Williams PORTSMOUTH - Services for Marie Canady Williams will be held at 1 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portmsouth Blvd. Chapel., Charities |
Frances G. Williamson PORTSMOUTH - Services for Frances Goodson Williamson will be held today at 2 p.m. in Centenary United Methodist Church. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge., Charities |
will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. in Fox & Holston Funeral Home. |
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. Survivors include five daughters, Avis Caldwell (Michael), Detra Armstrong (Calvin), Myra Lewis, Ivy L. Woodies and Carita Woodies; five sons, Robert J. Woodies Jr., Oswald Woodies, Sheraton Woodies, Willie Woodies and Denley Woodies (Daphne); six sisters, Muriel E. Rodgers, Selery L. Jarrett, Larosa L. Jones, Juanita L. Braud, Jacqueline Mosley and Bernadine Woodies Hodges; seven brothers, Bernard A. Woodies, Horace C. Woodies, Carlton L. Woodies, Calvin L. Woodies, Moses A. Woodies, Thaddeus N. Woodies and Tyrone M. Woodies; 14 grandchildren, three great- grandchildren; an aunt, Lottie Owens and a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Ivy V. Woodies; his mother, Muriel Woodies and his father, Woodis M. Woodies. A funeral will be held Monday at noon in Mt. Olive Baptist Church by the Rev. Lamont Brown. Burial will be in Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday in Community Funeral Home, Virginia Beach Chapel., Charities |
Marion Younce NORFOLK - Marion Younce died Feb. 26, 2009. Services are private. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is in charge. |
John Zirnheld WARRENTON - John Zirnheld, 92, died Feb. 26, 2009, at Fauquier Hospital. Mr. Zirnheld was born in Portsmouth Oct. 3, 1916, a son of John B. and Pauline Zirnheld. He retired from The Virginian-Pilot newspaper where he worked for 43 years as a stereotyper. Mr. Zirnheld was a member of the Warrenton Lions Club, he enjoyed singing with the Commodore Chorus in Norfolk and the Blue Ridge Barbershop Chorus in Warrenton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley M. Zirnheld. Mr. Zirnheld is survived by a daughter, Carol A. Morin and son-in-law, Jack Morin of Warrenton; a brother, Robert Zirnheld of Virginia Beach and a grandson, Jackson Morin. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered Monday at 1 p.m. in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Warrenton. Interment in Warrenton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fauquier Health System Foundation, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton, VA 20186 or to the , 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060. Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton. Online condolences are available at, Charities |
