Doris J. Abrams CHESAPEAKE - Doris J. Abrams, 87, died Feb. 13, 2009. A graveside funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. Friends may join the family today from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth., Charities |
Betty Lois Adams, 77, of Petersburg died on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009. She was a member of West End Baptist Church and a retired school teacher. She is survived by her husband, the Rev. LeRoy Adams; children, Sheila A. Horton and husband, Lanny, of Culpeper, Va., and Michael L. Adams and wife, Terry, of Budapest, Hungary; grandchildren, Rebecca Clayson, and husband, Nick, Robert Adams and Alexander Adams; brother, the Rev. Charles W. Arrowood and wife, Betty, of Charlotte, N.C.; and sister, Susia Weaver of Gastonia, N.C. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at West End Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at Coan Baptist Church in Heathsville, Va., at a later date. The Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
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will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Corinth Chapel United Church of Christ. Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home, Franklin, is in charge. |
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will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, in the Gospel Tabernacle Church of God in Christ. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home., Charities |
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. Friends may call on Friday afternoon for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com., Charities |
BASS, Mrs. June Rebecca Foster, 77, left her earthly family to be with her heavenly family on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, after a heroic three year battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lou Hilton Foster (Inez); and an older brother, Mr. L. H. Foster Jr. of Brookneal, Va. She was born July 21, 1931, at her home in Brookneal, Va. She graduated from Brookneal High School and continued her higher education at Richmond Professional Institute, now known as Virginia Commonwealth University. After earning a Certificate of Interior Design in 1952, she graduated with a Bachelor in Fine Arts in 1953. She was elected as senior class president and as May Queen in 1953. June is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Robert Bruce Bass "Bob" of Richmond, Va.; and three daughters, Becky Marshall and husband, Joel, of Burlington, N.C., Barbara Robbins and husband, Alan, of Linville, Va., and Nora Laver and husband, Roberto, of Waltham, Mass.; and one son, Robert Bruce Bass Jr. and his wife, Pamela, of Midlothian, Va. She leaves 11 precious grandchildren, Grant, Benjamin and Anna Marshall, Michael, Brian and Matthew Robbins, Brittany, Autumn and Robbie Bass, Laura and Esteban Laver. She is survived by her older sister, Mrs. Mildred Lewis Kimm of Mt. Pleasant, S.C.; and her younger brother, Mr. Watt Robert Foster of Brookneal, Va. She leaves 11 dear nieces and nephews. June's homemaking and church service were the passions of her life. She was a member of Bon Air Baptist Church since 1958, where she served as deacon, Sunday school teacher, Mission Friends Director, GA Director, Acteens Director, WMU Director and sang in the Golden Notes Senior Adult Choir. June also taught English as a Second Language (ESL) through BABC. In addition to serving her local church, she also served through the Richmond Baptist Association in many areas of leadership. The Virginia Baptist Woman's Missionary Union was the recipient of her ministry on their Camp Planning Committee, where she was also the Chairman of the Building and Decoration Committee and established the Bass Scholarship Fund. This fund has enabled over 175 campers to experience missions in a camp setting. She also served as a WMUV Executive Council member and as 2nd Vice-President. She was a member for 25 years of the Virginia Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday (today) at Bon Air Baptist Church, 2531 Buford Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions to be made to The Bass Scholarship Fund, Woman's Missionary Union of Va., P.O. Box 8435, Richmond, Va. 23226, or Woman's Missionary Union, Bon Air Baptist Church, 2531 Buford Rd., Richmond, Va. 23235. |
Mrs. Eliza Bates, of 843 Young's Ave., Petersburg, Va., died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center. 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. |
In Loving Memory of Florean Witcher BATES 4/10/1960 2/20/2005, Four Years, Our Hearts are Still Hurting, Sadly missed by,, Wanda & John Divers, Carl Jones, The Hooper Girls and The Smith Family, Charities |
BEAL, Jonathan, of Richmond, departed this life February 18, 2009. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave. Funeral notice later. |
Funeral services for Mrs. Corine C. Beasley of 23718 Old Vaughn Road, Dinwiddie County, who died on Wednesday morning at her residence, will be conducted at noon Monday from the Gravel Run Baptist Church, Dinwiddie County; Dr. Larry D. Brown Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Remains rest at the Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
Upshur Ellsworth "Papa" Berkley was born in Richmond, Va., on aug. 3, 1914. He was educated through the Richmond, Va., public schools system. He received his B.S. degree at Ohio State University, graduating in 1931. His work history included employment at the Lowes Theatre as motion picture lead projectionist and working for Brown and Williamson Tobacco Corp. as a docking clerk until he retired in 1969. Upshur met and married the late Alice E. Farley-Berkley in Petersburg, Va., in July 1951. They were married for 39 years until Alice passed from this life on sept. 10, 1990. Upshur and Alice raised two sons, Edwillis Farley and Edgar L. Farley Sr., from her former marriage. As a family they attended the Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. At Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Upshur met and married the late Hannah Berkley on May 2, 1994. Hannah passed from this life in the summer of 1998. His accomplishments and honors include being the president of the Local International Projectionists for the Local Association and International Theatres. He was also a certified Virginia notary public, served as a treasurer and held the esteemed honor of deacon emeritus of Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. Papa Berkley is survived by two sons: Edwillis Farley Jr., Hartland Nursing Home, Pittsburgh, and Edgar Lee Farley Sr., Temple Hills, Md.; one daughter-in-law, Barbara J. Farley, Temple Hills, Md.; seven grandchildren, Pamela E. Farley, Matoaca, Va., Arnice D. Farley-Anderson, Washington, D.C., Edgar L. Farley II, Forestville, Md., Kim Mickens, Fort Washington, Md., Minister William R. Mickens, Bowie, Md., TaJuan "Mick" Mickens, Fredericksburg, Va., Karen Jefferson, Fort Washington, Md.; three granddaughters-in-law, Pamela D. Rogers-Farley, Phyllis Mickets and Janel Mickens; 12 great-grandchildren, Sharai Farley, Seymone Anderson, Edgar L. Farley III, Evelynn Farley, Leia Farley, Alexia Mickens, Monee Mickens, Ashley Mickens, Lauren Mickens, Ebony Grant, Maria Wills and Marcus Byrd; two great-great-grandchildren, Ja'Niyah and Tre-Shawn; one special friend, Deacon Cary; one devoted friend and neighbor, Deacon Fenton L. Bland Sr. Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church with Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The remains will lie in repose at the church on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until the hour of service. The family will receive friends at the church Saturday from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Services under the direction of Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
BERTRAM, Hazel Elizabeth Rehnborg, 91, died February 17, 2009 at her home in the Cedarfield retirement community in Richmond. She formerly lived in Hopewell. She was born December 7, 1917 in Jamestown, N.Y., grew up in Corry, Pa., and was the daughter of the late Alvan and Gertrude Rehnborg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon L. Bertram; and by brothers, Gordon Rehnborg and wife, Grace, and Howard Rehnborg and wife, Donna. She is survived by two daughters, Diana B. Quinlan and husband, Michael, of Hopewell and Kathleen J. Bertram of Harrisburg, Pa.; three granddaughters, Kathleen Q. Luckett and husband, Daniel, of Mankato, Minn., Beverly J. Quinlan of Powhatan and Jessica K. Broker and husband, Steven, of Mount Joy, Pa.; sisters, Doris Miller and husband, Herbert and Helen Athey of Leesburg, Va.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bertram was a graduate of Duffs Iron City College in Pittsburgh, Pa. Her marriage took her to Hopewell, where both she and her husband were active members of the First Union Methodist Church and the Historic Hopewell Foundation. She served as president of the Methodist Women's Organization of her church. She also served on the church board and was a Sunday School teacher. She was an active member of the Appomattox Garden Club in Hopewell. When she and her husband retired to the Hermitage at Cedarfield in 1997 they joined Trinity United Methodist Church, where both were members of the Adult Fellowship class and she was a member of the United Methodist Women. A memorial service for Mrs. Bertram will be held Saturday, February 21, at 1 p.m. in the Great Room at Cedarfield, with the Rev. Dr. John B. Peters of Trinity and Cedarfield chaplain Chancellor Hamilton officiating. Burial will be private at Sunset Memorial Park in Chester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Samaritan Fund, 903 Forest Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23229 or to a charity of choice. |
is planned at this time. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is in charge. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Franklin Memorial Park. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Charities |
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Mrs. Lelia Miles Boone, formerly of 1011 Melville St., Petersburg, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, in Pittsburgh. Funeral arrangements are being provided by Waverly Funeral Establishment, 356 S. Crater Road, Petersburg. The Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson Sr., funeral director; (804) 732-2820. |
Bowyer, Brooklynn Ariana - Brooklynn Ariana Bowyer Brooklynn Ariana Bowyer, age 2, of Stafford, died Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at MCV in Richmond. Brooklynn was born in Woodbridge .... |
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Bradshaw, Oretta P. "Sam" - Oretta "Sam" P. Bradshaw Oretta "Sam" P. Bradshaw went home to eternal rest on Monday, February 16, 2009 at Potomac Hospital. Sam is survived .... |
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Bray, Jacqueline Joyce Denise "Jackie" - "Jackie" Jacqueline Joyce Denise Bray Jacqueline "Jackie" Joyce Denise Bray passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2009 at her home. Jackie was the beloved .... |
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Willie B. Britt COLERAIN - Willie B. Britt, 91, of the 100 block of Glover St., died Feb. 17, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Colerain Baptist Church. Garrett Funeral Home is in charge. |
at the church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Charities |
BROOME, H. Edgar "Ed", 70, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, February 19, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Martha Broome; his brother, Thomas L. Broome; his sister, Doris Louise Barrett. He is survived by his sisters, Sara B. Walker, Patricia B. Delano and Johnnie B. Felter; a loving friend and business partner, William J. "Bill" Cowart; and lots of nieces and nephews who loved him dearly and tenderly. Ed graduated from Thomas Dale High School in 1960. He worked for the state as a cardiographic draftsman and later became a restaurant entrepreneur. Ed was also a member of Chester Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. and where funeral services will be held noon Saturday. Interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery following the service. Officiating for the funeral service will be Rev. Travis Cowart of Savannah, Ga. |
Glenwood Brown FRANKLIN - Glenwood Brown, 76, of the 800 block of Cool Spring St. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in William E. Engram Sr. Memorial Chapel. |
will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. The Rev. Msgr. Joseph P. Lehman will officiate. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
s will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at the Toler Family Cemetery in Pittsylvania County, Va., with Chaplain Marvin Barbre officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel and will assemble at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday to go in procession to the cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
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Donald Carl Burks, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2009. There will be a private memorial for his immediate family only. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 540-562-1182., Charities |
BURNETTE, Aubrey G., 55, passed away on February 17, 2009, after battling a long illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Turner; and brother, Ashby. He is survived by his son, Kristopher and his wife, Kristina; longtime companion, Melissa Carneal; mother, Joyce; brother, Brian. Aubrey was a 20-year employee of Atlantic Constructors, Inc. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. February 21, 2009 at the Cremation Society of Virginia, 1927 Westmoreland St. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the American Liver Foundation. |
Card of Thanks Sr. Chief D. William Burns December 14, 1958 -January 24, 2009 The family of the late Sr. Chief William D. Burns wishes to express their sincere gratitude and thanks for all the kind deeds, flowers, words of expression, phone calls and visits during our time of bereavement. Your expressions of love will always be remembered. Mother - Virginia Burns Children - Brandon and William Jr. Sisters - Vera, Derrell, Linda and Romania, Charities |
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A funeral service for Mrs. Vashti J. Cassell will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, 200,9 at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Road, Richmond, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Lance Watson, pastor. Pastor Russell and the Rev. Sylvia Medley of Scott's Run Community Church of West Virginia, officiating; the Rev. Gail Jones of St. Paul's Baptist Church, Richmond, assisting. The interment to follow at Southlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum. Cards and letters of condolence may be sent to the funeral establishment c/o Dr. Macgorine Cassell. Dr. Cassell may be contacted at (304) 685-7013 or Vashti Cassell Anthony at (804) 275-7072. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Cassell 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. |
CHATHAM, RONALD DUANE, 57, of Williamsburg, Va., formerly of Richmond, Va., passed away February 14, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother, Iona M. Chatham. He is survived by his father, Herbert L. Chatham; brother, Gary L. Chatham and his wife, Joyce; nephew and niece, Matthew and Michelle Chatham; sister, Linda Chatham, all of Richmond, Va.; and his chocolate lab, Buddy. Ron served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Vietnam War. He was retired from Anheuser Busch in Williamsburg after 24 years of service. He was a member of the IBT Union, Local 95. Ron was a mason at St. John Masonic Lodge No. 36, a member of Richmond Magic Club and the International Chess Federation. Blues music and art were his passions. A celebration of his life will be held in Williamsburg on Thursday, February 26, at the Teamsters Union Local 95 Hall, 7294 Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg, Va., from 3 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice House of Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188. |
s will be 2 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009 at First Baptist Church, Vinton. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Charities |
will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Resurrection of Our Lord Catholic Church, 8402 Brock Bridge Road in Laurel, Md., with Father John Wielebski officiating. Memorials may be made to Mary Clark, 236 Elkton South, Laurel, Md. 20724., Charities |
CLARK, William L. "Bill", of St. Stephens Church, Va., died on Tuesday, February 17, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Peggy Wilson Clark. He is also survived by two brothers, Henry I. Clark Sr. (Jane) and Winnie L. Clark (Nancy); and by his brother-in-law, John W. Wilson Jr. (Theresa). Also surviving are his nephews and nieces, Henry Clark Jr., Kathy Gesin, Kellee Edelin, Resa, Colleen, Megan and Aaron Wilson. Bill was blessed with a large extended family, including Shirley Elliott, Crystal and Steve Davis and children, Atlee and Emma. Many devoted friends, including his lab, Kitti, made his life full. A Celebration of Life for Bill will be held on Sunday, February 22, at 3 p.m. at Shepherds United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shepherds' Music Fund, P.O. Box 245, St. Stephens Church, Va. 23148. Arrangements by B.W. White Funeral Home. |
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Feb 20, 2009 Claude Elliott Doyle, 71, of 16765 A.L. Philpott Highway, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, at Fork Mountain Adult Rest Home, Rocky Mount. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Orena H. Hairston Orena H. Hairston, 84, of 164 Price-Hairston Lane, Martinsville, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Hines Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. |
Donald E. Clester CHILLICOTHE, Ohio - Donald E. Clester, 70, died Feb. 19, 2009. A funeral will be at 7 p.m. Saturday in Ware Funeral Home, Chillicothe. |
will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in Christ & St. Luke's Episcopal Church by the Rev. Berkley Ford. Alan's ashes will be scattered upon the Elizabeth River, a place of which he was inordinately fond. Should folks be so inclined, they may make memorial contributions for the homeless of Tidewater to Union Mission Ministries, P.O. Box 3203, Norfolk, VA 23514. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be offered to the family through, Charities |
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Frederick Crockett, 65, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away Thursday, February 19, 2009. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., Charities |
CROSS, Ethelyn Lucy, age 91, of Dolphin, Va., passed away February 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace D. and Alice Rideout Lucy; her husband, Ernest W. Cross; three brothers, J. Cleveland Lucy, Welford O. Lucy and Karl Lucy; and a sister, Richetta L. Hover. She is survived by her beloved cat, Fluff; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Ethelyn was instrumental in the start of the Brunswick County Relay For Life, for which an award was named after her, Brunswick County Ethelyn Cross Relay for Life Award, in recognition in volunteerism above and beyond to support the mission of the American Cancer Society. She was also an honorary chair for the Brunswick Relay for Life. Ethelyn was the owner and operator of Ethelyn L. Cross Bookkeeping and Tax Service. She served as treasurer of Brunswick Land, was on the board of Brunswick County Tourism, and was a lifelong member of Liberty Church. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday at Williams Funeral Home, with interment in Oakwood Cemetery, Lawrenceville. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home, Lawrenceville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Liberty Church or parsonage, c/o Jean Browder 3827 Planters Rd., Lawrenceville, Va. 23868. |
at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Foundation. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at, Charities |
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Dean, Elizabeth Marie "Beth" - "Beth" Elizabeth Marie Dean Elizabeth Marie "Beth" Dean, age 47, of Triangle, along with her children, Brittany Kirk and Connor Kirk, went home to .... |
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DONATHAN, Nik, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Saturday February 14, 2009. He is survived by his mother, Becky Lindsey of Richmond; father, Nick Donathan of Florida; brothers, Shane and Michael Barlow; children, Kody and Nikolas. Nik will be forever remembered for his love and devotion for his children and his passion for living life to its fullest. The family will receive friends from 4 to 5 p.m. Saturday, February 21, at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, an educational fund has been set up for Nikolas and Kody in the name of Robert Barlow, Trustee at the Richmond Police Department Credit Union, 200 W. Grace St., Richmond, Va. 23219. |
Claude Elliott Doyle, 71, of Martinsville, Va., died Wednesday, February 18, 2009. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services., Charities |
DUNCAN, Doreen A., born April 25, 1932 in Detroit, Mich., passed away Thursday, February 12, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Charles R. Duncan; son, Robert; daughter-in-law, Christine; grandsons, Chad and Bryan; and brother, Robert Abbott. She resided in Warren, Mich. prior to Barefoot Bay, Fla., in 1987, where she was involved in many sports and was a member of several social clubs. She moved to Richmond, Va., with her husband in October of 2007. Interment St. Matthews Episcopal Church Memorial Garden, Richmond, Va. No viewing. Cremation by Cremation Society of Virginia. Memorial service Monday, February 23, 2009, in St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 1101 Forest Ave., Richmond, Va., at 11 a.m. Donations to Hospice of Virginia in her name. |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Nineveh Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Roy Heinlen officiating. Interment will follow in the Duncan Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, February 20, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Charities |
In Loving Memory Of Otha Edwards II "Jo-Jo" February 20, 1969 - November 27, 1990 Happy 40th! Love Always, Mom, Dad, Shawn, Kelsey, and Justin., Charities |
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Feb 20, 2009 Elaine Gayle Lippencott, 60, of Fieldale, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at Morehead Memorial Hospital in Eden, N.C. She was born in Roanoke on Nov. 23, 1948, to Harold Mottesheard of Hopewell and Christine Parker Mottesheard. She was preceded in death by her mother. She was a laboratory technician at Morehead Memorial Hospital in Eden. Surviving, in addition to her father, are her husband, Donald E. Lippencott of the home; two sons, B.J. Lippencott of Ridgeway and Christopher Lippencott of Roanoke; a daughter, Tish Lippencott of Goldsboro, N.C.; two sisters, Diana Wray of Chester and Carrie Branch of Hopewell; and a grandaughter. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett with the Rev. Larry House officiating. Burial will be in Henry Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. |
ELLIS, Charles Eugene Jr., of Goochland, departed this life February 17, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Lee Ellis. He is survived by two daughters, Charlene Harris and Cheryl Payton; one son, Daniel James Sr.; eight grandchildren, nine great- grandchildren; two sisters, Berta Taylor and Gertrude James; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two sons-in-law, Ray Harris and Kenneth Payton; one sister-in- law, Queen Ellis; one brother- in-law, Zack Jones Sr.; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. James Baptist Church, 401 Blair Road, where remains will lie in state one hour prior to funeral time. Rev. Samuel Barnes, pastor, officiating. Dr. Gregory Fisher, eulogist. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. Family and friends assemble at the church at 12:45 p.m. Saturday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com. |
Ms. Virginia Mary Epps, of 135 W. Old St., Petersburg (Carriage House), departed this life Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. She was born in Sussex County on May 1, 1918, to the late Sue and Rufus Epps, and was raised by Daisy and James Neverson. Ms. Epps was a life-long member of Little Mount Baptist Church and was affectionately known as "Shine" because her kind and caring words always illuminated the lives of everyone she met. Virginia Mary was preceded in death by her parents; nine brothers. Harvey Epps Sr., Louis Epps, Edward Neverson, James Neverson, Earnest Neverson, Sylvester Neverson, Lee Lawrence Neverson, Booker Neverson and Patrick Neverson; three sister, Pouchie Layman, Elizabeth Thweatt and Mary Mykies; two nephews, Harvey Epps Jr. and James Layman; and a niece, Inell Burrow. Left to cherish her glorious memories are a most devoted daughter, Jacqueline D. Diggs (Gerald); three loving granddaughters, Alicia and Sharretta Diggs, and Tyneshia Griffin; a beloved great-grandson, Xavier Johnson, all of Prince George; a devoted sister-in-law, Annie C. Neverson; dedicated nieces, nephews and care providers, Juanita Raines, Helen Shands, Bernice Neverson, Laura Lyde, Doris Lemon, Roy Neverson (Deloris), Claude Neverson (Ann), Earl Neverson (Bettie), Eunice Griffin (Raymond), Joyce Cole; a host of other nieces, nephews, vousins and friends, all of whom she loved and treasured. The family would like to extend a special thanks to her caregiver and close friend, Ms. Mason (Concordia Private Care), the doctors, nurses and staff of Southside Regional Medical Center and HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009, at Little Mount Baptist Church, 8012 Jerusalem Plank Road, Disputanta, with the Rev. Charles Davis officiating. The interment will be held at the church cemetery. One hour prior to the service the family will receive friends at the Carriage House, 135 W. Old St., Apt. 311 B., Petersburg, and may be contacted at (804) 733-0113 or 861-1850. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg; (804) 732-7841. Now serving from three locations, Petersburg, Hopewell and Waverly. Please send online condolences to www.blandenterprisesinc.com. |
time. The family says flowers would be appreciated, however a donation made be made to your local church or the charity of your choice. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family., Charities |
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Ethel E. Eubank, 86, of Buchanan, Va., passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2009. Arrangements by the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home., Charities |
FALCONER, Thomas Martin, age 85, died Wednesday, February 18, 2009. He was preceded in death by a daughter and four brothers. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Doris Devore Falconer; a daughter, Susan Lesley Falconer of Richmond; and a sister-in-law, Elizabeth H. Falconer of Chester. He is also survived by five nephews and three nieces. A World War II veteran, Mr. Falconer retired from Markel Insurance Company after 37 years and operated his own insurance business for several years. He was a charter and active member of Trinity Lutheran Church, a member of Richmond on the James Sertoma Club, and was a former District Governor of that organization. Mr. Falconer also served as a state and national officer of the Travelers Protective Association. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 21, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 2315 Parham Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229; Tuckahoe Rescue Squad, 1101 Horsepen Rd., Richmond, Va. 23226; or Medi Hospice, 8100 Three Chopt Rd., Suite 226, Richmond, Va. 23229-4833. |
Harry Farris, 89, of Ballard, W.Va., passed away Thursday, February 19, 2009. Arrangements by BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va., Charities |
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FRAYSSE, John Watt, of Mechanicsville, Va., died Thursday, February 19, 2009, one day short of his 84th birthday. John Fraysse, a devoted father and loving husband, is survived by his wife of 62 years, Virginia Wacker Fraysse; son, John W. Fraysse Jr.; daughter, Donna Fraysse Horn; grandsons, John W. Fraysse III, Troy E. Horn, Taylor C. Fraysse; great-grandsons, Devin S. Hewitt and Chase A. French; granddaughters, Reba Renee Fraysse Nino, Carrie Virginia Fraysse Scott, Bettina Meredith Horn; great-granddaughter, Victoria Kathryn Horn. He was a WWII Veteran, and served in the U.S. Coast Guard with service in the European Theater of War, North Atlantic Fleet, and was stationed in Greenland. He was honorably discharged as a Chief Electrician Mate in 1946. Choosing his career in the electrical construction industry, he became a master electrician, and served in many supervisory and management positions on major industrial construction projects throughout the eastern United States. He served on the City of Richmond Electrical Examining Board and Board of Appeals from 1976 to 1985, and served as Chairman for five years. He was a member of Fairfield Presbyterian Church, and formally a member of Highland Springs United Methodist Church for 40 years. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond. A graveside service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Washington Memorial Park. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Fairfield Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Fairfield Presbyterian Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1088, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. |
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will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2009, from the chapel of Loving Funeral Home, Covington. The family will receive friends on Saturday evening from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Loving Funeral Home., Charities |
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Feb 20, 2009 Garfield Handy, 83, of Ridgeway, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at the Golden Living Center in Martinsville. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
GAYLE, Anne Wilkinson, 61, of Chesterfield, born January 1, 1948, died Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her father, Archie E. Wilkinson Jr.; mother, Phyllis P. Wilkinson; and a son, Daniel S. Hicks. She is survived by her husband, William E. Gayle; two sons, Warren Hicks and his wife, Melissa, and Andrew Hicks and his wife, Maureen; six grandchildren, Kelsey, Trae, Carolyn, Parker, Noah and Adam Hicks; a very special friend, Gail Moore and her daughter, Abbie; a host of loving relatives, friends and co-workers. Mrs. Gayle dedicated her life to helping others as a registered nurse for many years in the Chippenham ER, and towards the end of her life as director of nursing in several area skilled nursing facilities. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, at the Chesterfield Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 14301 Ashbrook Parkway, where a memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Interment private. |
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will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Luther Manor, 350 Malibu Drive, Virginia Beach. Beach Funeral Services Inc. is handling arrangements. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director., Charities |
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Feb 20, 2009 The funeral for Grace Rakes Dalton, 89, of Stuart, who died Feb. 17, 2009, was held Thursday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Revs. Wayne Moore and Jim Churchwell officiating. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Steven Gunter, Roger Gunter, Ted Dalton, Matt Dalton, Lester Craig Jr., Mike Craig, Wayne Craig and Ryan Gunter. |
will be held 5 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, in the War Memorial Chapel, Drillfield Drive, Virginia Tech Campus. The family will receive friends in their home after the memorial. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The , 2840 Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Charities |
, Saturday, 2 p.m., at First Baptist Church, Gainesboro. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Roanoke., Charities |
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s will be held 8 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at the chapel of Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory., Charities |
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Hake, William James - William James Hake William James Hake, age 63, of Vienna, died February 4, 2009 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. Born June 24, 1945 in Warren, .... |
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Harriet Hall VIRGINIA BEACH - Harriet "Jeri" Hall, passed away Feb. 15, 2009, two days after her 97th birthday, in Virginia Beach. She was the widow of Lee Hall and the mother of the late Kathy Hall, both formerly of Hollywood, Fla. Jeri is survived by her daughter, Penny (Robert) Finke of Norfolk; her grandsons, Doug of Dallas and Bob (Dawn Peters) Finke of Norfolk; and her adored great-granddaughters, Madison and Julia Finke of Norfolk. While she was happy to be near her girls, Jeri missed Florida. We know her spirit is on its way down there for a final "dip in the pool.", Charities |
William R. Hampton Jr. PLYMOUTH - William R. "Pete" Hampton Jr., 82, died Feb. 19, 2009. Services will be private. Maitland Memorial Chapel is in charge. |
Garfield Handy, 83, of Ridgeway, Va., died Thursday, February 19, 2009. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va., Charities |
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HARRIS, Nell Fitzpatrick, 96, from Prince Edward County (Kingsville/Hampden Sydney), died on February 16, 2009. She was born in Buckingham County on May 10, 1912. She married James E. "Tigger" Harris, and together they ran the Hampden Sydney Esso Service Station until "Tigger's" death in 1955. She is survived by her son, James E. Harris Jr. and his wife, Caryl Shepard Harris, of Chesterfield County, Va.; and her son-in-law, Robert L. Brosio of South Pasadena, Calif. Her daughter, Anne Landon Brosio, preceded her in death by only hours. Divine providence had to be in play since there was no human communication between the two over either death. Grandchildren include Hilaire and Serena Brosio, both of California, also James E. "Jeb" Harris III and spouse, Amalia, of Vermont and Julie Zebrowski and spouse, Brett, of California; great-grandchildren, Metellus Harris (named after Nell's brother, who was a well-known outdoorsman) and Brett and Austin Zebrowski. Nell's parting words before she was so overtaken by progressive dementia were, "We did all right, didn't we." The Farmville (to include the Buckingham County) community will remember Nell as a "fiery" person who always took the high road (morally and spiritually) in life. Graveside services will be held at Westview Cemetery in Farmville at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2009. Memorial contributions may be made to the Prince Edward County Rescue Squad or the Chesterfield County (Bensley/Bermuda) Rescue Squad. Shorter Funeral Home is serving the family. |
In Loving Memory of Edwin M. (Preacher) HARVEY Dad, It's been 10 years today that you passed away, even though it feels like it was yesterday. You will live forever in our hearts and always on our minds. We miss you more than words could ever say., Love, Dolly, Susie, Heather Molly, Lisa and Buster, Charities |
Betty L. Hendricks VIRGINIA BEACH - Betty L. Hendricks, 75, passed away peacefully Feb. 19, 2009. A celebration of life will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home. |
s 11 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2009, Franklin Heights Baptist Church. Arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va., Charities |
Pattie Shelton Hodges, 81, of Hurt, Va., died on Thursday, February 19, 2009. Arrangements by ColbertMoran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va., Charities |
Sylvia W. (Peggy) Hodges, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2009, at her home. She was a long time member of Colonial Avenue Baptist Church and was a 20 year employee of Woodmen of the World Life Insurance. Mrs. Hodges was an avid traveler and a wonderful and considerate wife, mother and grandmother. Surviving is her husband of 51 years, Kenneth E. Hodges; daughter, Karen Walker; son, Kenneth M. Hodges; grandchildren, Jonathan Walker and Evan Walker; sister, Doris Spickard; brothers, Roy Wood and wife, Margie, Jimmy Wood and wife, Shirley; niece and nephews, Vicki Millehan and husband, Joe, Mark Spickard and wife, Diane, John Spickard and Raymond Wood; a special cousin, Robert Akers and wife, Norma; and many close and devoted friends. Services will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Avenue. Dr. Jeff Scott will officiate. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Charities |
HOLSTEN, Anna Catherine Middlekamp, age 98, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Elbert A. Holsten; and her daughter, Ruth Ann Nitz. She is survived by her daughter, Dotty Thompson and her husband, Ken; her son, Robert A. Holsten and his wife, Deedle; her 12 grandchildren, Carol Anne Nitz, Gerald Nitz Jr., Timothy Nitz, Susan Nitz Reynolds, Joan N. Ackermann, Lynn T. Willets, Cyndy T. Burris, Todd Thompson, Terri T. Gouldman, Robert Holsten Jr., R. Brent Holsten and E. Austin Holsten; 18 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and many, many friends. She was a longtime resident of Richmond, retired to Florida for 20 years before moving back to The Hermitage at Cedarfield in Richmond for the last 12 years. She was a beautiful, elegant lady who never had enough friends. Her grandchildren and family were the real joy of her many years. The family will receive visitors on Friday, February 20, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Woody Funeral Home - Parham Chapel, 1771 N. Parham Road. Interment will be private at Greenwood Memorial Gardens on Saturday, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. in the Cedarfield Fellowship Hall. In lieu flowers, donations may be made to the Tuckahoe Volunteer Rescue Squad, 1101 Horsepen Road, Richmond, Va. 23229. |
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Ann Hunt NORFOLK - Ann Hunt, 76, passed away Feb. 18, 2009. Ann was born in Boston to the late Nelson and Rachel Millen. She is survived by her husband, James Robert Hunt; two daughters, Cheryl A. Hunt of Norfolk and Margaret M. Etheridge and husband Willie of Boykins, Va.; three sons, Steven J. Hunt of Jupiter, Fla., Bruce E. Hunt and wife Alice of Centreville, Va., and Daniel J. Hunt of Franklin, Va.; two sisters, Beverly Collins of Newport News and Beatrice Martin and husband Donald of California; four grandchildren, Tyler and Courtney Etheridge of Boykins and Emily and Holly Hunt of Centreville; several nieces and nephews; and a very special friend, Annette Lee of Norfolk. The family would like to thank all of the staff at Harbour Point who loved and cared for their "Mom." The family would also like to thank Roxie Cramblett of Sentara Hospice for her excellent care. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. Burial will follow in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
JACKSON, Larry, of Mechanicsville, entered eternal life February 16, 2009. Left to cherish his memory are one daughter, Roxanne Carter (Matthew); one son, Wardell Jackson; one grand-daughter, Shakira Gibson; three brothers, two sisters, one aunt, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, among them, Doreatha Jarvis. Homegoing services will be held Saturday, 11 a.m., at the Brunson's Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Streets. Pastor Mary Edwards officiating. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. |
Karl F. Janowski Jr. NEWPORT NEWS - Karl F. Janowski Jr., 53, died Feb. 17, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel. |
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Olive Branch Cemetery by the Rev. G.W. Harley. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements., Charities |
3 p.m. Saturday at Franklin Memorial park. Visitation 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Charities |
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to celebrate his life will be held in Oakdale Presbyterian Church in Norfolk, Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Odyssey Hospice or are encouraged. Inurnment in Arlington National Cemetery is planned., Charities |
Dorothy Sue Simmons Kessler, 85, of Fincastle, Va., died Tuesday, February 17, 2009. Mrs. Kessler graduated from Fincastle High School and Farmville State Teachers College, now Longwood University. Mrs. Kessler taught biology at Covington High School and Fincastle High School and coached girl's basketball at both schools. She worked side-by-side with her husband in their store, Fincastle Mart, for many years., In 1982 she joined the Clerk's office for the Circuit Court of Botetourt County. There she assisted people researching their genealogy for almost 20 years. She helped accumulate many genealogical records and resources for the Clerk's office., to HFI. She was an active member of the Botetourt County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, serving as Chapter Historian., She was a 1951 charter member of Big Spring Garden Club where she served in many officer positions including President. She was a lifelong member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church of Fincastle where she lovingly served as Chairman of the Altar Guild, President of the Episcopal Church Women, and was active in all aspects of church life. She cherished her time with her husband and family on Craig's Creek in Craig County., She was predeceased by her husband, Harry W. Kessler Jr.; parents, Anthony Graybill and Gwendolin Miller Simmons; infant brother, Anthony Graybill Simmons Jr.; brother, William Montague Simmons; and brother-in-law, John Moore Kessler., She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Harry W. III and Lynne S. Kessler, and Anthony (Tony) S. and Karen C. Kessler, of Roanoke; grandchildren, Leila Kessler Quinlan and her husband, Scott C., of Alexandria, Harry W. Kessler IV and his fianc�e, Suzanne Adams, of Norfolk, Daniel G. Kessler, of Nashville, Michael A. Kessler and Christopher J. Kessler, of Roanoke; sister-in-law, Patricia P. Simmons, of Fincastle; sister-in-law, Lillian Kessler Bondurant and her husband ,Hix C., of Radford; sister-in-law, Suzanne B. Kessler, of Richmond; and numerous nieces and nephews., will be conducted 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2009, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church of Fincastle by the Rev. Craig A. Dolack. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery with the Rev. David A. Dickerson assisting. The family will greet friends at the St. Mark's Ministry Center following the internment., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark's Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 277, Fincastle Va. 24090 or to Historic Fincastle, Inc., P.O. Box 19, Fincastle, Va. 24090. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home, Daleville, Va., Charities |
KINDERVATER, Robert A. Sr. "Bob," of Richmond, died February 17, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mae Kindervater. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nancy; his children, Robert Andrew Kindervater Jr. and his wife, Susan and Gayle Parrish and her husband, Brian; his grandchildren, Michael and Megan Parrish and Ashley Kindervater; his twin brother, William E. Kindervater and his wife, Linda; his sister, Helen Roberts; his aunt, Irene Matthews; and nieces and nephews. Bob proudly served in the United States Army 529th Military Police Company in Heidelberg, Germany and the 529th Honor Guard and, for the last several years, enjoyed yearly reunions with his army buddies. He was a brick mason and a carpenter, retiring in 2002. Both before and after retirement, Bob was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends, and for many years operated his own taxidermy business. Bob was a true teacher, who loved to share his knowledge of his many trades and hobbies with all who came into contact with him. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was very active with The Tuckahoe Square Dance Club, where he and Nancy danced with their many close friends for a number of years. A memorial service with full military honors will be held Monday, February 23, 2009 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 903 Forest Avenue, at 1 p.m., with a reception immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Trinity UMC Capital Campaign in memory of Bob Kindervater. Arrangements by the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street Road, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
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William Lavery, president of Virginia Tech from 1975 to 1987 and a Blacksburg resident since 1966 died Monday. He was 78. |
s 1 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski, Va., Charities |
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, Saturday, 12 noon, Bibleway Pentecostal Apostolic Church of Christ. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services., Charities |
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will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Corolla Chapel in the Corolla Village. Contributions may be made to the Carova Beach Fire Department, 2169 Ocean Pearl Road, Carova, NC 27927 or the Corolla Chapel, P.O. Box 64, Corolla, NC 27927. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Twiford's Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church St., Elizabeth City, is assisting the Leveridge family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Charities |
at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, S.W., Blacksburg, Va., Charities |
will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2009, at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, Va., Charities |
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LONGEST, William Gwathmey Jr., 83, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lucille Anderson Longest; his sons, William G. Longest III and his wife, Faye F. Longest and Daniel C. Longest and his wife, Lucie Pelletier Longest; daughter, Christy Longest Grant and her husband, Mitchell Grant. He is also survived by grandchildren, Adam Longest, Holly Longest, Daniel Longest, Elizabeth Longest, Brittney Grant and Joseph Grant; brothers, Herbert Carrington Longest, George C. Longest; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was a WWII and Korean War Veteran, and longtime active member of Broadus Baptist Church. The family will receive friends today, February 20, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Services will be held at 1 p.m. at the funeral home on Saturday, February 21, 2009. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Broadus Baptist Church Building Fund, 5351 Pole Green Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116. |
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LOWE, William C., 44, of Montpelier, passed away February 18, 2009. He is survived by his son, Joshua Chattan Lowe; his father, Keith W. Lowe; his sister, Eva Lowe; his brother, Keith Lowe Jr. and his family; and his devoted girlfriend, Jennifer A. Brock and her daughter, Jessica A. Dillard. Mr. Lowe was the owner of Oasis Landscaping and Garden Design and was a 1982 graduate of Patrick Henry High School. He was a loving father and friend who will be dearly missed. A gathering of friends and family for a celebration of his life will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at William's home, 14392 Canterbury Road, Montpelier, Va . In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Joshua Chattan Lowe College Fund or the Jessica A. Dillard College Fund through any BB&T Banking branch. |
at the funeral home. To send online condolences to the family, visit bowerfuneralhome.com. Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, Va., is handling the arrangements for the family., Charities |
A funeral for Mr. Willie A. Marks will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Big Bethel Baptist Church, McKenney. Inadvertently omitted from the obituary were his parents, Willie L. Marks (Sue); a stepbrother, Ted Day (Stephanie); and a devoted friend, Andre Tisdale. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney. |
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in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the building fund at Living Water Church of God. Online condolences and Billy's guestbook may be signed at, Charities |
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will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Green Hill Cemetery, Buena Vista with the Rev. William Thomas officiating. The family requests contributions be made to Natural Bridge Baptist Church, Natural Bridge, Va. 24578. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Charities |
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s, 8 p.m., Friday, February 20, 2009, at the First Church of God in Chilhowie. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Chapel, Chilhowie., Charities |
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will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel., Charities |
will be held in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, Saturday at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution may be made to the American Lung Association or the AMVETS. Or a contribution may be made to the local SPCA, in recognition of Mr. Meagher's love for his best friend and pet, Buffy. Online condolences may be made at, Charities |
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Nellie F. Merrell GRANDY - Nellie Ferebee Merrell, 87, died Feb. 18, 2009. A funeral will be Monday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City. |
MILES, Ora Elva, 80, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on Wednesday, February 18, 2009. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. |
In Loving Memory of Linda Moore MILLER 2/20/1953 7/19/2008, Happy Birthday, If I could have a lifetime wish,, A dream that would come true,, I'd pray to God with all my heart, For yesterday and you., A thousand words can't bring, you back,, I know because I've tried and, Neither will a million tears, I know because I've cried., You left behind, My broken heart and happy memories too, But I never wanted memories, I only wanted you., We love and miss you so much,, Mom~Lorene, Brother~Larry, Husband~Sam, Tracey (Jake), Ella and Jessi, Charities |
MOSLEY, Windie Mae Austin Moore, of Chesterfield, entered eternal life February 14, 2009. She was preceded in death by her father, William H. Austin Sr. Left to cherish her memory are a loving husband, Melvin; her daughters, Sy'mon, Andrea Moore and Melodie Mosley; five grandchildren, Asia, Tiyell, Tonnique Moore, William Ellis and Demetrius Jubilee Jr; mother, Nannie L. Austin; sisters, Augustine J. Smith (Arthur), Regina Jefferson, Pamela A. Wiggins (Dwight), Paulette Austin; brothers, William H. Jr. (Denise), Donnie and James Austin; sister-in-law, Sylvia Mosley; brother-in-law, Clarence Mosley; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, among them devoted, Mrs. Rose Pulliam. Homegoing services will be held Saturday, 1 p.m., at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 4401 Hobbs Lane. Rev. Andrew J. Jackson Jr., pastor. Dr. Ronald C. Taylor officiating. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. |
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Feb 20, 2009 The funeral for Ocie Ola Ratcliffe Meyers, 99, of Martinsville, who died Feb. 17, 2009, was held Thursday at Villa Heights Baptist Church with Pastor Keith Spangenberg officiating. Burial was in Westview Cemetery, Radford. Pallbearers were Kyle Draper, Kasey Draper, Hugh Draper, Thomas Ratcliffe, Timothy Ratcliffe, Darryl Patterson, Milford Weaver and Dennis Reeves. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
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Feb 20, 2009 Orena H. Hairston, 84, of 164 Price-Hairston Lane, Martinsville, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Hines Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. |
will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2009, in Greenwood Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. David L. Henderson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday evening, February 21, 2009, at Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 317 W. Main Street, Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360., Charities |
. Friends may call on Friday afternoon, February 20, 2009, for viewing at HamlarCurtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com., Charities |
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PAYNE, Rebecca C., 87, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion F. Payne; parents, Charles and Bettie Crews; and 11 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughters, Janice and Lloyd Turner, Anita and Jeff Hodd; sons, Douglas and Dorothy Payne, Kenneth Payne, Harold Payne; sister, Elizabeth Crews King; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rt. 10). Her funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Interment to follow in Second Branch Baptist Church Cemetery. |
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Feb 20, 2009 The funeral for Phyllis Jean Spencer Clack, 56, of Martinsville, who died Feb. 14, 2009, was held Thursday at Reachout Apostolic Tabernacle with Bishop Lorenzo Hall officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Governor Reid Jr., David Gallant, Alan Watkins, Beverly Millner, Clayton Brown, Eddie Valentine, Roger Spencer and Travis Gallant. Hines Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements. |
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Proctor, Douglas Edward - Douglas Edward Proctor Douglas Edward Proctor, age 52, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at his home in Manassas, Virginia. Douglas was preceded .... |
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will be conducted Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Faith Baptist Church, Salem. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Forgotten People Ministry, Inc., 2709 12 0'Clock Knob Road, Salem, Va. 24153. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem, Va., Charities |
RAKES, General Jackson Daniel, 82, of Rocky Mount, Va., died February 18, 2009. He was born November 8, 1926 in Endicott, Va., to the late Peyton and Virginia Florence Setliff Rakes. Sergeant Rakes retired from the military after serving his country for 20 years. He retired from Stanley Furniture Co. after 33 years. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Karol Ann Rakes; brothers, Charles and David Rakes; half brothers, Artis and Harbour Rakes; and half sister, Nancy R. Piaggio. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Fecker Rakes; daughter, Gerlinde Florance Rakes Maxey and her husband, Johnny; two grandchildren, Daniel and Matthew Maxey, all of Boones Mill, Va. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Flora Funeral Service. Graveside services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at Franklin Memorial Park. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va. www.florafuneralservice.com |
Mary W. Ramsey PORTSMOUTH - Mary Wood Ramsey, 66, of the 5900 block of Bertrand St., died Feb. 18, 2009, in Portsmouth. A native of Amherst County, Virginia, she was preceded in death by her parents, James Vawter and Berta Beverly Wood; and a brother, Bobby Wood. Mrs. Ramsey worked with the Chesapeake School Board, was a member of Good News Baptist Church and loved her flowers. Survivors include her husband, Hansford G. "Hank" Ramsey; three sons, Kenneth F. Rowsey and wife Betsy of Gates, N.C., Ronald A. Rowsey and wife Mary of Seneca Rocks, W.Va., and Hansford G. "Hank" Ramsey II; one daughter, Donna Michelle Walters of Chattanooga, Tenn.; one sister, Doris Turner of Buena Vista, Va.; two brothers, Herman Wood and Eugene Wood, of Buena Vista; and nine grandchildren. A funeral will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in Good News Baptist Church by Dr. Walt Coles. Burial will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in Green Hill Cemetery, Buena Vista. The family will receive friends in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, Suffolk, Sunday from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Charities |
will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in Green Hill Cemetery, Buena Vista., Charities |
A funeral service for Mr. Curtis "Stanley" Rhodes will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Barry O. Brown Sr., associate pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, officiating. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral establishment. The family will assemble at 2 p.m. at the residence the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 862-9975. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Rhodes 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. |
s Sunday at 5 p.m. in Bayside Presbyterian Church, 1400 Ewell Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends in Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and again Sunday in Bayside Presbyterian Church starting at 4 p.m. and after the funeral. Internment will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Princess Anne Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bayside Presbyterian Church, St. Columba Ecumenical Ministries or Bayside Lodge AF&AM. To share condolences with the family please visit, Charities |
s will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Jacksonville Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. Allen Cherry officiating. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, at Maberry Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Sybil's name to Auburn Baptist Church Building Fund, 1708 Carriage Road, Riner, Va. 24149 or to Pine Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 46 Hunter's Ridge Road, Dugspur, Va. 24325. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.maberryfuneralhome.com, Charities |
will be held 11 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2009, at Pierce Funeral Home, Manassas, Va., Charities |
ROBINSON, Albert "Booker," 81, of Maidens, Va., entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 15, 2009. He is survived by two sons, Albert and Henry; one daughter, Hilda "Nina"; one sister, Helen; one brother, Claude; 14 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Robert Mealy Funeral Home, Goochland, Va. Homegoing services will be held Saturday, February 21, 1 p.m., at St. Mark Baptist Church. Dr. Edward D. McCreary officiating, and Dr. Marshall Burgess, eulogist. |
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RUBY, Mildred Keeton, 67, of Glen Allen, passed away Monday, February 16, 2009. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruby Fulton; and brother, Beauford Keeton. She is survived by her daughter, Dinah Greenwood and her husband, Pete, of Deltona Fla.; son, Rodney Ruby and his friend, Laurie, and stepdaughter, Krystle and Devon of Tom's River, N.J.; four grandchildren, Petie and his wife, Amber, and daughter, Raquel, Jason, Jeffrey and Melissa; three sisters, Annie Lucas and her husband, Bryan, Shirley Wilkerson and her husband, Charles, Alice Kaloski and her husband, George; one brother, James Keeton and his wife, Betty; other devoted family and friends. She faithfully served Macy's for many years. Arrangements by Angelus Funeral & Cremation Traditions. |
was foremost in her mind, memorial donations are requested to be sent to Good News Baptist Church, c/o the Rev. Mike Mizelle, 157 Horseshoe Road, South Mills, NC 27976. It would warm her heart to know God's ministry is being continued in this way. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities |
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s will be held at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, February 21, 2009, at the Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion., Charities |
Burgess Grey Selby CHESTERFIELD - The Rev. Burgess Grey Selby, 87, formerly of Suffolk, went to be with the Lord Feb. 18, 2009. He was born in Burgess Store, Va., Nov. 19, 1921, to the late Samuel C. and Sadie M. Selby. He served his country in the U.S. Army/Air Force during World War II. Burgess became a Methodist minister and retired after 35 years of ministry throughout Virginia. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Betty Selby. Left to cherish his memory are six children, Alice Horton and husband Bob of Charlottesville, Va., Samuel Selby of Emporia, Va., Luther Selby of Gasburg, Va., Parker Selby of Alexandria, Va., Roy Selby of Emporia, Va., Marian Selby and husband Doug Harris of Quinton, Va.; two brothers, Thomas Selby of Alexandria and Fred Selby and wife June of Bryantown, Md.; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Providence United Methodist Church, Suffolk, conducted by Pastor Lisa Blackmonson. Burial will follow in Nansemond-Suffolk Cemetery. The family will receive friends in Harrell & Hill Funeral Home, Suffolk, Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Providence UMC. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com., Charities |
SELBY, Rev. Burgess Grey, 87, formerly of Suffolk, went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2009. He was born in Burgess Store, Va., on November 19, 1921, to the late Samuel C. and Sadie M.Selby. He served his country in the U.S. Army and Air Force during WWII. Burgess became a Methodist minister, and retired after 35 years of ministry throughout Virginia. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Betty Selby. Left to cherish his memory are six children, Alice Horton and husband, Bob, of Charlottesville, Va., Samuel Selby of Emporia, Va., Luther Selby of Gasburg, Va., Parker Selby of Alexandria, Va., Roy Selby of Emporia, Va., Marian Selby and husband, Doug Harris, of Quinton, Va.; two brothers, Thomas Selby of Alexandria, Va., and Fred Selby and wife, June, of Bryantown, Md.; four grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2009 at Providence United Methodist Church, Suffolk, Va., conducted by Pastor Lisa Blackmonson. Burial will follow in Nansemond-Suffolk Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Harrell & Hill Funeral Home, Suffolk, Va., on Saturday, February 21, from 3 to 5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Providence United Methodist Church. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com. |
SHEETS, Jacqueline O. "Jackie," of Mechanicsville, began her journey to Heaven on February 17, 2009 peacefully and painlessly with her family at her side. She was born in Richmond on December 12, 1927 to the late Ralph Carlisle and Lucille Hughes Otey. She married Roy Alfred Sheets Jr. on October 6, 1951, and spent most of her married life in the Richmond area. She joined Greenwood United Methodist Church in 1968 and had been a faithful member until her recent illness. She taught Sunday School for preschoolers for 25 years. In addition to her husband of 57 years, she is survived by two sons and one daughter, Thomas A. Sheets and his wife, Jeanie, of Mechanicsville, and their children, Jessica Erin of Charlottesville and Dylan Thomas of Mechanicsville; R. Michael Sheets of Richmond; and Leslie S. Davis and her husband, Scot, and their son, Benjamin Drew, of Quinton. Also surviving is her sister, Peggy O. Bryant of Virginia Beach. Along with spending time with her family, she enjoyed her friends at Bingo. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, February 20, at Greenwood United Methodist Church, 10040 Greenwood Road, Glen Allen. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bon Secours Hospice, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226, or the North Richmond Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Fund, 1107 Haverhill Rd., Richmond, Va. 23227. |
SHEETS, Michael Vincent, 30, of Midlothian, died Sunday, February 15, 2009, at the Medical College of Virginia. He is survived by his son, Michael Vincent Sheets Jr.; mother, Nanciee E. Birkhead of Colonial Heights; father, David E. Sheets Sr. of Mechanicsville; a brother, David E. Sheets Jr. of Midlothian; maternal grandparents, Walter and Virginia Beavans; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many loving friends. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, in St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 5155 Iron Bridge Road, Richmond, Va. 23234. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
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Feb 20, 2009 Shirley Johnson, 66, of 2494 Penn Store Road, Spencer, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
Shull, David "Ray" - David "Ray" Shull David "Ray" Shull, age 58, of Manassas, Virginia died peacefully surrounded by his family, Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at his home. .... |
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. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
SIMONS, Virginia H., 93, of Sandston, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clell E. Simons. She is survived by her daughter, Elaine S. Hutchison and husband, Forrest; and two grandchildren, Brian R. Hutchison and Cameron R. Hutchison. She was a member of Corinth United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends Friday, February 20, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009. Interment to follow at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. |
William P. Slaughter Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Services for William P. Slaughter Sr. will be held at 10 a.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel., Charities |
2 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Highland Baptist Church. Arrangements by Carr & Erwin Funeral Home, Pulaski, Tenn., 931-363-1533., Charities |
. She was preceded in death by her father, Melvin Akers. Surviving are her husband of 27 years, Kenneth Sowder; mother, Gloria "Madeline" Akers; sons, Kenneth Dolinger, Alan Sowder and wife, Patricia; grandson, Chris Sowder and wife, Sadonna; great-grandson, Scott Sowder. Services will be held at Oakey's South Chapel, 10 a.m., Saturday, February 21, 2009, with Pastor Jeff Gardner, Pastor Jack Woods and Pastor Bob Sowder officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel. 540-989-3131., Charities |
will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
John E. Spiaggi CHESAPEAKE - John E. Spiaggi, 58, passed away at his home Feb. 18, 2009. He is survived by the love of his life and best friend, Tassie Turner; her son, Brandon and granddog, Jaxon; sisters, Edith S. Rider and her husband David and Frances L. Spiaggi; brothers, Joseph C. Spiaggi and his wife Joyce, Laurence F. Spiaggi and his wife Sue; numerous nieces and nephews; and many other family and friends, especially, Jose' Mercado, his "adopted son." He was preceded in death by his parents, John L. and Elva H. Spiaggi; sister, Phyllis S. Kirkpatrick; and brother, Phillip. John was a U.S. Navy veteran and a retiree of Crofton Diving. His family will receive friends from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Grand Affairs, 1201 Club House Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23322, with a celebration of his life to begin at 3:30 p.m. Interment will be private. Morrissett Funeral Home, Richmond, Va., (877) 719-7901 is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to, . John's family wishes to offer many thanks to all those who have given comfort and friendship through this tough journey. Pokey, as he was known to his family will be greatly missed for his can-do attitude and ability to help solve problems. John loved fishing. He was a loyal customer and friend to Captain Ernie and the Albatross Fleet in Hatteras Village, with that in mind the family requests that in lieu of flowers, you take a friend fishing and share a laugh or two. "Fish On.", Charities |
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SPROUSE, Gladys Josephine Berryman, 89, of Richmond, our precious mother, grandmother and nanny, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Timothy F. Sprouse; a grandson, Jimmy Nelson; and son-in-law, Ronald P. Childress Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Shirley Ann Childress, and her children, Ronnie, Mike, Tim and Troy; daughter, Joyce Marie Nelson and her husband, Danny, and their children, Byron, Teisha and Melody; sisters, Verna Draucker, Gloria Cliborne and Judy Willis; 12 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Sprouse retired from Philip Morris after 28 years of service, and was a member Shiloh P.H. Church. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rt. 10). Her funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Shiloh Pentecostal Holiness Church, 3400 Courthouse Rd. Interment to follow in Sunset Memorial Park. |
Edna M. Stafford SUFFOLK - Edna Mae Stafford, 90, passed away Feb. 18, 2009. A native of Aulander, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Skidmore Nichols and Melissa Terry Nichols. She was also predeceased by her husband, Charlie E. Stafford and five children, Gayle Ramona Stafford, Frances Naomi Vick, Millie Gene McClenny, Robert Franklin Stafford and Arthur Wood Stafford. Edna was a floor person at Birdsong Peanuts for 36 years, Tidewater Blanching for 16 years and a member of First Baptist Church in Suffolk. She is survived by her daughter, Glenda Faye Winstead and her husband Mike of Virginia Beach; sons, Henry Wilson Stafford and his wife Nita of Chesapeake, William Floyd Stafford and his wife Kim of Hampton, Douglas Ray Stafford of Suffolk, Charles Lee Stafford of Chesapeake and M. Keith Stafford and wife Christy of Chesapeake; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. in Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, with the Rev. Charles W. Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in Holly Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Nansemond Suffolk Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1515, Suffolk, VA 23439. Condolences may be registered online at, Charities |
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Virginia B. Stewart CHESAPEAKE - Virginia B. Stewart, 85, of the 2000 block of Emmett Drive, passed away Feb. 18, 2008, in Virginia Beach. A native of Roduco, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Mott and Lucille Brown. She was a retired medical secretary and attended Norfolk Business College. She is survived by her husband, George E. Stewart Sr.; his son, George E. Stewart Jr. and wife Lori of Virginia Beach; her daughter, Sandra Chapman Allen of Chesapeake; four grandchildren, Mandy Bryant and husband Thomas of Chesapeake, George E. Stewart III, Aaron Stewart and Brittany Stewart, all of Virginia Beach; four great-granddaughters, Alexis, Jessica, Aspen and Brooke Bryant; a sister, Karen Brown Averette and husband Al of Greenville, N.C.; a brother, Gerald Brown of Athens, Ga.; and a niece and nephew, Kimberly and Bryan Averette of Greenville. A funeral will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Rosewood Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. The burial will follow in Rosewood. The family will receive friends in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, today from 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
SULLENBERGER, Lloyd Coleman, of Orange, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 with his family by his side. He was born in Staunton, Va., on May 18, 1940, the son of the late Richard Lee and Helena Coleman Sullenberger of Monterey, Va. Judge Sullenberger was a graduate of the University of Virginia, served in the United States Coast Guard, and received his law degree from the Marshall Wythe School of Law. He served as law clerk to Virginia Supreme Court Justice A.C. Buchanan in Tazewell, Va. He was a partner in the law firm of Shackelford and Robertson in Orange before being appointed to the 16th Judicial Circuit Court bench. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Page Hynes Sullenberger; his daughters, Dorothy Page Sullenberger of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Sarah Coleman Deigl of Orange; a son-in-law, Paul M. Deigl Jr.; and two grandchildren, Rhew Keppler Deigl and Avery Coleman Deigl. He is also survived by his sister, Phoebe Sullenberger Fielding of Sausalito, Calif. There will be a memorial service at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Orange, on Saturday, February 21, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Grymes Memorial School, P.O. Box 1070, Orange, Va. 22960. Preddy Funeral Home, 250 West Main Street, Orange, Va. is in charge of arrangements. |
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Feb 20, 2009 The funeral for Tele B. Trail, 96, of Bassett, who died Feb. 16, 2009, was held Thursday at Bassett Funeral Service, South Chapel, with the Rev. Albert Robertson officiating. Burial was in Henry Memorial Park. Pallbearers were David Boyd, Curtis Cannaday, Michael Boyd, Christopher Boyd, Darrel Musselman, Dean Musselman and Terry Musselman. |
THOMAS, Deacon James V. Jr., of Chesterfield, departed this life February 13, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, James V. Thomas Sr. He is survived by his wife, Lillie Thomas; three sons, James S. Thomas, Ramon and Eric (JaMarri) Sellers; three daughters, Monica Jennings, Wanda Harris and Rosemary Broadie; mother, Hattie Thomas; six brothers, Andrew, Johnnie (Barbara), Earnest (Evelyn), Darryl (Rosalind), Reginald (Dya), and Alton (Donna) Thomas; eight sisters, Rose Smith, Mary Thomas, Lillian Thomas, Marva Thomas, Bessie Worsham, Edna Lewis (George), Brenda Thompson, and Wanda Reynolds (Tony); 10 grandchildren, Joshua, Aaron, Caleb and Abigail Sellers, Tilwona Outland, Uneak Harris, Kenneth Pittman, Tamika Curtis, Javon Curtis and Christopher Thomas; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St., where the family will receive friends Friday (today) 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service will be held Saturday, February 21, at 12 noon at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 17520 Jefferson Hwy., Montpelier, Va. Rev. Evan C. White officiating. Interment Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va. |
will follow at 2 p.m. in Holy Redeemer by the Sea Catholic Church, Kitty Hawk, by the Rev. Don Wobser. Visit, to sign the online register., Charities |
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Feb 20, 2009 Tommie Joe "Bud" Stegall Jr., 83, formerly of Highland Street, Martinsville, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, at Blue Ridge Rehab Center in Martinsville. He was born in Axton on Aug. 31, 1925, to Tommie Joe Stegall Sr. and Annie Wade Stegall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Koger "Polly" Stegall; a daughter, Regina Stegall Routten; a son, Timothy Allen Stegall; and two sisters, Margaret Manning and Sally Ireson. For almost 40 years, Stegall lived in Newport News, where he retired from the Tarmac Corp. as a crane operator and was a member of Denbigh Baptist Church. He attended Beckham United Methodist Church in Axton. Surviving are three sisters, Jessie Maxie of Martinsville, Mary Kelley of Colorado and Dorothy Hairfield of Axton; a brother, Bill Stegall of Ridgeway; and two grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville with Dr. Donald Rhoton officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1079-C Spruce St., Martinsville, Va. 24112. |
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beginning at 1:30 p.m. The family will receive friends at the home of Elizabeth Casey, in New River, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in memory of Lillian Valentine to the , 1825 Barrett Lakes Blvd., Ste. 280, Kennesaw, Ga. 30144., Charities |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2009, at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate. Burial will be held in the Stinson Cemetery, White Gate., Charities |
WALDEN, Mrs. Mary G., of Henrico, went to be with the Lord on February 13, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Walden. She is survived by her daughters, Gail Y. Hughes and Rosalind W. Burrell; one son-in-law, Rev. Dr. Grant B. Burrell; three grandchildren, Wayne "Maurice" and Tiffany "Nikkie" Farrow and Brandon "Bran" Burrell; three great-grandchildren, Aniya and Alexander "Alex" Farrow, with one on the way; one devoted sister, Loretta G. McKnight; five sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law; two devoted nieces, Carol Young and Katrina McKnight-Brooks; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where funeral services will be held Saturday, 1 p.m. Rev. Dr. Ray McKenzie officiating. Burial Washington Memorial Park, Sandston. |
Nathaniel D. Walter PAINTER - Nathaniel D. Walter, 55, died Feb. 13, 2009. A funeral will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in Shiloh Baptist Church. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co., Accomac, is in charge. |
will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory. The Rev. Charles L. Moseley will officiate. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at, Charities |
Wyatt Henry Walton Jr., 83, of Huddleston, Va., died on Thursday, February 19, 2009, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. He was born September 15, 1925, the son of the late Wyatt Henry Walton and Cora Woodford Walton, and he lived his entire life on the family farm in Huddleston., He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Margaret Saunders Walton; and their three children, Leigh Walton, of Nashville, Tenn., Susan Walton Wynkoop and her husband, Morgan, of Westport, Conn., and Wyatt Henry Walton III, and his wife, Janet, of Huddleston. He left six devoted grandchildren, Grace, Henry IV, and Tyler Walton, Margaret and Will Knowles, and Katherine Wynkoop., . He attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. In 1948 he married Margaret on August 28th, a date that still remains the hottest August 28th on record in Bedford. Upon his return to Virginia Tech, Henry continued his pursuit of an engineering degree graduating in 1949. At Tech he won the Intramural championship his junior year and remained a true Hokie fan throughout his entire life. He attended his 60th "Old Guard" reunion in 2006 in Blacksburg., After college, Henry and Margaret returned to Huddleston and soon took over the country store and farm operated by his parents. He raised Hereford cattle and ran Walton's store and Southside Service Center. Henry served on the Dominion Bank Board and was on the Bedford Federal Board for over 40 years. As a community leader, Henry was very involved in lobbying the Virginia Legislature for approval of the construction of Smith Mountain Lake and was instrumental in the efforts of locating the Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Bedford County., A life long Democrat, Henry entered politics in 1963 winning a seat on the Board of Supervisors where he served two terms. He was a staunch leader during the difficult times of the integration of the local public school system that occurred during the time he was serving on the board. Henry served as the Chairman of the Bedford County Democratic Committee for many years and was active in local, state, and national politics his entire life., In 1969, Henry became a realtor with Scott & Bond, Inc. where he specialized in commercial and residential real estate and was a real estate appraiser for over 30 years. He served as Chairman of the Bedford Chamber of Commerce for two years during which time the current Chamber of Commerce office was built. He was on the original Board of Directors of the Bedford County Memorial Hospital during the time of its construction and opening. He chaired the American Red Cross campaign, and served on the American Heart Association Board, the Huddleston Life Saving Board, the Bedford County Vocational Education Foundation, he served two terms on the Central Virginia Community College Board, and was a charter member of the Historic Avenel Board., ., Henry attended Bethesda United Methodist Church since he was born and served in every capacity and was a member of the choir for over 50 years., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Bethesda United Methodist Church Building Fund, 14340 Wyatts Way, Huddleston, Va. 24104., A very special thank you to all the wonderful Hospice team and the staff at the Bedford County Nursing Home., s will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2009, at Bethesda United Methodist Church, Huddleston, with the Rev. Tammy Franklin and the Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Masonic Grave Rites. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Updike Funeral Home in Bedford from 1 to 3 p.m. and on the same day at Updike Funeral Home in Huddleston from 6 to 8 p.m. Online condolences can be sent to the family at updikefuneralhome@verizon.net., Charities |
Marylin Ossoss Wasicek, 76, of Buena Vista, Va., died Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was born November 28, 1932, in Nevada, a daughter of the late Edward and Mable Roush Ossoss. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Wasicek. Surviving are her daughters, Sharon Nealon, Gail LaGrotta, and Eileen Engle ,all of California; and a sister, Rita Mullich and husband, John, of California. Burial will be in Riverside National Cemetery, California. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va., Charities |
Richard K. Way, 49, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Charities |
WEBB, Anne Minette, passed away into the loving arms of her Lord on Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She was born on May 3, 1924 in Isle of Wight County, Rushmere, Va. She began teaching Sunday School at the age of 16, worked for Sun Life Insurance Company in Washington, D.C., the Virginia State Library, Richmond, and was an executive secretary for and retired from Reynolds Metals Company, Bellwood Printing Plant in Chesterfield County. Nette was a member of the Business and Professional Women's Club, volunteered at the Virginia Museum, and was a longtime member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, where she taught Sunday School for 30 years. The little ones loved her as well as the members of her very large extended family. Nette's pastimes included sewing, reading and being a wonderful, loving aunt to a myriad of nieces and nephews. Nette was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Lafayette Webb and Mary E. Jones Webb. She is survived by her sisters, Martha Elizabeth Webb of Richmond, Nancy Winifred Brown of Newel, Iowa, Mary Lee Haglin of Clarks Summit, Pa., and Alice Virginia Bedinger of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and brothers, William Robert Webb of Elkridge, Md., and Paul David Webb Sr. of Madison, Ala. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue, with the family to receive friends one hour prior to the service. Committal services will be held 12:30 p.m. in Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Women's Missionary Group of Immanuel Baptist Church. |
Walter James White, 93, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, in Hopewell, Va. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Jan. 3, 1916. He resided in Williamsburg, Va., 45 years until moving to Brighter Living Assisted Living, Hopewell, Va. Mr. White was preceded in death by his wife of over 61 years, Beryl Buckley White. He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl White Wilson and her husband, Donald Wilson, of Chesterfield County, Va.; three grandsons, Michael Wilson and great-grandson, Steven Wilson, of Colonial Heights, Va., Christopher Wilson and his wife, Kimberly, Ayres Wilson and great-granddaughters, Bailey and Olivia Wilson, of Glen Allen, Va., Timothy Wilson and his wife, Anne Du Boucheron Wilson, of Brooklyn, N.Y. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mr. White was a World War II veteran in the 21st Engineer Aviation Regiment and participated in Africa and Italy invasions. Mr. White also served over 30 years in civil service and retired from Fort Eustis as chief of Manpower Comptroller Division. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at the home of his daughter, Cheryl Wilson, 1615 Clear Springs Lane, Colonial Heights, Va. There will be a graveside service in Williamsburg, Va., at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, at the Cedar Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Super Kids Ministries, P.O. Box 637, Hopewell, VA 23860. Condolences may be registered at: www.nelsencares.com. |
Card Of Thanks Earnest L. Williams The Family of the late Earnest L. Williams of 709 Freedom Avenue, Portsmouth, Virginia, who passed away on February 3, 2009 would like to thank all of you for your prayers, flowers and whatever kindness was done. Thank you, Catherine F. Williams (Wife) and Family, Charities |
1 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Mt. Zion Holiness Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Charities |
Mr. Joseph Williams, of 1406 Hanover St., Petersburg, Va., died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, at his residence. 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. |
Josephine G. Winborne SUFFOLK - Josephine Greene Winborne, 70, of the 6800 block of Creekside Court, died Feb. 18, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Bethesda Baptist Church, Society Hill, South Carolina. Graves Funeral Home is in charge. |
Stanley Winborne HARRELLSVILLE - Stanley Winborne, 71, of the 200 block of Quebec Road, died Feb. 16, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church. Hunter's Funeral Home, Ahoskie, is in charge. |
WINFREE, Mrs. Vivian T., a member of First Baptist Church of South Richmond, former president of the Women's Auxiliary Usher Board, Past Matron of Hannah Chapter #26 O.R.S. - P.H.A., and past chairperson of the Social Welfare Group Delver Women's Club, entered eternal rest on February 15, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband, Murrell H. Winfree, she is survived by her daughter, Jacqueline W. Ashford; grandchildren, Kimberly Michelle Ashford and Haywood Murrell Ashford; great-grandchildren, Isaiah Edwards, Anastasia Jones and Cameron Ashford; devoted niece, Doris M. Robinson; cousin, Robert Winfree; and a host of other relatives and friends. Her remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave. Funeral services will be conducted at First Baptist Church of South Richmond, 1501 Decatur St., on Saturday, February 21, at 1 p.m. Interment Maury - Mt. Olivet Cemetery. |
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s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Kenneth Lane and the Rev. Thomas McCracken will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
Willie Mae G. Worrell ROANOKE RAPIDS - The funeral for Willie Mae Garris Worrell, 88, formerly of Portsmouth, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service, Roanoke Rapids. Mrs. Worrell died Feb. 17, 2009. Burial will follow on Monday at 11 a.m. in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. Mrs. Worrell is survived by a son, Tommy Worrell (Judy) of Portsmouth; a son-in-law, Tom Baker (Donna) of High Point, N.C.; a sister, Virginia Pope of Boykins, Va.; five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her memory to Central Baptist Church, 101 Georgia Ave., Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870., Charities |
A funeral service for Mr. John T. Wright will be held at noon Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Herbert Holly II, pastor of Oak Grove Baptist Church, Chesterfield, officiating. The interment will be private. The family will assemble at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral establishment and may be contacted by calling (804) 722-0385 or 520-8532. The family request that all floral arrangements be omitted. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Wright 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. |
s will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va., Charities |
WYCOFF, Garien H., 52, of Richmond, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2009. Gary was born in Montreal, Canada, on March 27, 1956. He was preceded in death by his father, Wesley F. Wycoff. Gary worked for many years at the Hughes Aircraft Company and most recently as a general contractor. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Ann Marie Wycoff; mother, Johanna H. Wycoff; sisters, Anna-Lise McManus and family, Jennifer Wycoff and family; brother, Wes Wycoff, the Boyer family of Canada; Bradley Wycoff of Oregon; the de Wilde, Hartog, Vrijbergen, Alwicher, van der Wal, and van Altena families of the Netherlands, and his many friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 828 Buford Rd. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1400 S. Randolph St., Richmond. |
Yeatts Jr., Harry Lester - Harry Lester Yeatts, Jr. Harry Lester Yeatts, Jr., age 78 years of age of Manassas, Va., died suddenly at home Saturday morning on February .... |
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Zuker Jr., Paul John "P.J." - Paul John "P.J." Zuker, Jr. Paul John Zuker, Jr., age 43, of Manassas, Va., departed this world on February 13, 2009. P.J. was born .... |
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