. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to VCU H.S. MRICU (MVC) or . Condolences can be made to the family at, Charities |
Adkins Sr., Jerry Dean - Jerry Dean Adkins, Sr. Jerry Dean Adkins, Sr., age 52, of Manassas, Va., died Thursday, March 5, 2009, at the Prince William Hospital. Dean .... |
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Odell Alexander Jr. NORFOLK - Odell Alexander Jr., 80, of the 1500 block of Dungee St., died March 2, 2009. A funeral will be Tuesday at noon in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home. |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for Audrey Hall Hodges, 79, of Stuart, who died March 4, 2009, was held Saturday at Moody Funeral Home. The Rev. Jim Churchwell officiated. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were David Midkiff, Rodney East, Timmy Fain, Kevin Fain, Kim Tilley and Vann Thomas. |
, led by the Rev. Dr. Greg Dalle-Tezze, will be held in the Westminster Canterbury Chapel, 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, Friday, March 13, at 11 a.m. Burial will be private. Donations may be directed to Westminster Canterbury Foundation, 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, in lieu of flowers. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities |
Jimmy Wayne Ball, age 63 of Richlands, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Sun., March 1, 2009 in a Winston-Salem, N.C., hospital. Born Jan. 7, 1946 in Richlands, Va., he was the son of the late Terry and Mattie Ball. He was a 1965 graduate of Richlands High School and was employed by Jewell Smokeless for 23 years. Jimmy was a woodcrafter and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Richard, Denny and Frankie Lewis Ball, and one sister, Dixie Brown. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Delores Ball; one daughter, Becky Powell and husband, Robert, of Cedar Bluff; one son, Cecil Ball and wife, Dawn, of Richlands; grandchildren, Nickoal Powell, Adriannah Ball, Jaycob Powell, Hayleigh Ball, Harlee Ball and Gabrayl Powell; five sisters, Kathleen Smith of Baltimore, Md., Pauline Looney of Cleveland, Ohio, Mary Sue Auten and husband, Jack, of Gettysburg, Pa., Janice Sykes of Honaker and Geneva Berryman-Long and husband, Mike, of Wilmington, N.C.; one brother, Tolley "Bud" Ball and wife, Nancy, of Raven; a host of nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thurs., March 5, 2009 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Brother Grady McGlothlin and Rev. Phillip Horton officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Harvey Coleman, Ronnie Shinault, Doug "Bucky" Mullins and Darrell "Hobo" Anders. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Tues. and Wed., March 3 and 4, at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Ball family. |
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will be conducted Monday at 1 p.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, Monday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
BEAZLEY, Walter M., 84, of Varina, a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, passed away March 6, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Viola Beazley; sisters, Dorothy Hobson and Willnette Grubbs; and nephew, Bob Hobson. He is survived by his loving family, wife, Barbara Beazley; children, Debbie Christopher (Joe), Cathy Fulwider (Johnnie), Chris Beazley (Bev), and Johnny Beazley (Wendy); grandson, Justin Fulwider; granddaughters, Jessica Fulwider, Kelsey Beazley, Kayla Beazley, Kenzie Beazley and Kori Beazley; stepgrandchildren, Ashton Christopher and Jason Burgess (Kelly); brother, Calvin Beazley Jr. (Lois); many nieces and nephews; and devoted sister-in-law, Pat Henshaw (Ellis). The family will receive friends at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, on Sunday, March 8, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Four Mile Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, 2950 New Market Road, Henrico, on Monday, March 9, 2009 at 11 a.m. Please assemble at the grave. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be sent to Henrico County Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 911, Sandston, Va. 23150. |
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive, is in charge. |
BOWLES, Elizabeth Manning "Beth", 85, of Richmond, departed this life, March 6, 2009. She was the widow of James Monroe Bowles. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Bowles; her son, J. M. Bowles Jr.; two nieces, Judy Goodwin and her husband, Bob, and Linda Ricker; nephew, Jim Seay. Mrs. Bowles grew up in Church Hill and attended St. Patrick's School. She had a love for Jeopardy. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Edward's Catholic Church. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Heart Association. |
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Pearl McGlee Pugh Coffey Bradshaw, 89, died on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 in Smyth County Community Hospital. She was born in Volney on July 6, 1919 to the late Steve and Rose Cornett Pugh and was preceded in death by her first husband, Dean Coffey, in 1964 and her second husband, Jim Bradshaw, in 1986, her brothers, and sisters, Gladys Parsons, Marie Parsons, Trixie Crockett, June Harrington Stanley Pugh, sisters-in-law, Margaret Pugh, Vada Pugh, Edie Pugh, brothers-in-law, Rob Parsons, Joe Parsons and Jim Cornett. She was also preceded in death by a special friend, Ellen Boatwright. She attended Oak Hill School in Mouth of Wilson. She came to Marion in the 1940s and worked for Burlington Mills as a seamstress for a number of years and then went to work for Dr. D.C. Boatwright and his partners until retirement in 1982. She was a member of the Marion Baptist Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of Francis Marion VFW Post 4667. She was an avid reader, a championship bowler and loved knitting and crocheting. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and friend to all who knew her. Survivors include one son, Don C.V. Coffey of Marion; two granddaughters, Donna K. Coffey of Marion and Caroline Coffey of Cuba, N.Y.; great-grandchildren, Muhammad Abdullah, Emad Abdullah, Rifqa Abdullah, Cynthia; one brother, Joe Pugh of Hudson, Fla.; stepbrother, David Whisman of Louisville, Ky.; nieces and nephews, Jack Parsons, Polly Parsons, Jo Ann Parsons, Nancy Parsons, all of Grayson County, Joey Pugh of Jonesbourgh, Tenn., Roberts H. Harrington III of Florida, Betty June Taylor of Florida,; several other nieces and nephews; and special friends, Gladys Mason and sister, Velma, Frieda Whisman Duncan, and Zeke Warren. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at Marion Baptist Church with Dr. Mark Ross officiating. The family received friends Saturday from 12 until 2 p.m. at the church. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, was in charge of arrangements. |
Hattie Mae Brown, 85, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Charities |
will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2009, at Fries Pentecostal Holiness Church. arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Charities |
will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday March 10, 2009 in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 366-0707., Charities |
will be held Monday in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk. Online condolences may be expressed at, Charities |
Michael (Mike) Byrd, 54, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Friday, March 6, 2009. He is the son of the late George and Vada Smith Byrd and was also preceded by two sisters, Angela Wade, Linda Faye White and a brother, Larry Edmonds. Mike owned and operated VirginiaCarolina Paint Company for 25 years before becoming disabled. One of his proudest moments of his life is when he became known as "Poppa" to his grandchildren. Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of 37 years, (Cookie) Anita C. Byrd; children, Jason Michael Byrd, Amanda June Byrd, all of Roanoke; grandchildren, Nevaeh Katherine, Sincere La'Sane; sisters, Juanita Sue Hart, of N.C., Tammy Hillard, of Pa.; brother, Willie Henry Edmonds, of Blue Ridge; two sisters-in-law; one brother-inlaw; and a host of nieces, nephews and many dear friends; and special friend, Jennifer Lemon. The family would like to thank the 8th floor nurses at RMH for their care and support during this time. Special thanks to Harry Hairston R.N. Friends may visit with the family for fellowship Sunday, March 8, 2009, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Simpson Funeral Home. Interment will be private. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707., Charities |
. The Cales Family is in the gentle care of DeVilbiss Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1200 Grove Avenue, Radford, Va. 24141, 540-639-2422., Charities |
CALLAHAN, Wamer J. Jr., passed away March 5, 2009 at his home in Colonial Heights after a lengthy illness. Buddy, as he was known to everyone, was born February 12, 1924 to the late Wamer J. and Lutie Lewis Callahan. Mr. Callahan served in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard a minesweeper in the Pacific. After the war, he received his BA and MFA degrees at Richmond Professional Institute of the College of William & Mary. He was a teacher in the Colonial Heights School System, a founder of Swift Creek Mill Playhouse, where he was a Director of the Theatre for 24 years until his retirement due to health reasons in 1989. He was also an active member of Christ & Grace Episcopal Church in Petersburg and served on the vestry. Mr. Callahan was also predeceased by his sister, Jacquelynne C. McCoull, and is survived by his wife of 48 years, Betty Hinton Callahan; his mother-in-law, Martha Lanier Hinton; a brother-in-law, Charles L. McCoull IV; a nephew, Joseph Thomas Mentzer; a niece, Renee L. McCoull, all of Colonial Heights; a nephew, Charles L. McCoull V and wife, Janice, of Chester; four grandnephews, Chan and Chris Mentzer, Chad and Ryan McCoull. A service celebrating his life will be held on Monday, March 9, 1 p.m. at Christ & Grace Episcopal Church with Rev. David Teschner and Rev. Dr. Boston Lackey officiating. Following the memorial service, the family will greet friends in the Parish Hall and interment will follow in the Church Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Christ & Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, Va. 23805 or to your local SPCA. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
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CAMPBELL, Novella Denson, age 86, of Chesterfield, widow of Preston Campbell, died on March 6, 2009. She is survived by two sons, Preston B. Campbell and Hugh M. Campbell; a sister, Ruby Williams; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Her remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where the family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and Monday, and where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
CANADA, Vincent E., departed this life March 1, 2009. He is survived by his loving and devoted family. His remains may be viewed at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., Monday, 12 noon, followed by services at 1 p.m. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. |
Luberta Harris Carrington CHESAPEAKE - Luberta Harris Carrington, 82, of the 1800 block of Campostella Road, departed this life March 5, 2009. Born in Virginia Beach, she was employed with Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home for 19 years until her retirement. She was a longtime member of Greater St. Andrews AME Church where she served in the Floral Club and she was a member of the Good Samaritan Lodge. She was predeceased by her daughter, Hilda R. Johnson. Survivors include three daughters, Verazola D. Hargrove of Norfolk, Queen Esther C. Brown (Lloyd) and Celestine C. Sparrow of Chesapeake; one son, Herman Carrington Jr. (Yvonne) of Portsmouth; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Greater St. Andrews AME Church. Interment will follow in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Monday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake. We invite you to send condolences to the family's guestbook at, Charities |
Jeffrey Todd Catron, 43, of Wytheville died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 4, at 2 p.m. at the Mt. Ephraim United Methodist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Roger Crigger officiating. He was employed by Hutchinson Sealing Systems Inc. He was preceded in death by his father, W.R. "Rabbit" Catron Sr. Survivors include his mother, Bertha Lee Catron; a sister and brother-in-law, Vicki C. and Alan Allred of Roanoke; two brothers and a sister-in-law, W.R. "Rabbit" Catron Jr. and Connie of Rural Retreat, and Terry W. Catron of Hermitage, Tenn.; paternal grandmother, Vivian K. Catron of Wytheville; three nieces and their husbands, Tracey Leonard of Rural Retreat, Crystal Mills and Matt, Brandy Palmer and Jerry, all of Roanoke; a great-nephew, Dylan Mills of Roanoke; a great-niece, Lynnzie Palmer of Roanoke; three uncles; and two aunts. Memorial donations may be made to the Rural Retreat Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 111, Rural Retreat, VA 24368; or the Rural Retreat Volunteer Fire Department, c/o P.O. Box 238, Rural Retreat, VA 24368. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Rachel L. Chapman CHESAPEAKE - Rachel L. Chapman, 36, of the 5300 block Libertyville Road, passed away March 2, 2009. A funeral will be held Monday at 1 p.m. in Steele- Bullock Funeral Home Chapel. |
at the funeral home. The Collins family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford,, Charities |
Cookson, John Wesley - John Wesley Cookson John Wesley Cookson, age 88, formerly of Springfield, Virginia passed away March 6, 2009. He was at home in Bristow, Virginia .... |
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. Mrs. Cotton was a member of Third Baptist Church, Portsmouth. The widow of James Cotton, she is survived by two daughters, Shirley Ann Peoples of Portsmouth and LaVerne Finney (John) of Chesapeake; special granddaughters, Barbara Bass (Kevin), Jacquelyn Jackson and Gail Elliott Mudd (Cortez); five other grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Third Baptist Church by the Rev. Joe B. Fleming. Burial will be in Olive Branch Cemetery. Viewing will be Monday from noon to 7 p.m. at Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth. The family will assemble at 2816 Aaron Drive, Chesapeake. The body will be in the church Tuesday at noon., Charities |
COUCH, Augustus "Gus" Jr., of Midlothian, Virginia, 74, departed this life on March 3, 2009. Formerly of Wilmington, Delaware. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 10 years, Annie Louise "Lue" Little; his parents, Augustus "Guss" Couch Sr. and Rachel Ford Couch; brothers, Ernest, Timothy, Early, James, and Mack Couch; three stepchildren, Jeff Jr., Jimmy, and Martha Turner. He is survived by his wife, Monnie Bigelow Couch; five children, Anita Couch Lightfoot (Wayne), Jeff L. Couch (Susan) and Michael Couch of Midlothian, Kenneth Turner (Sharon) and Tracy Wilson of Richmond; two brothers, Bishop Otis Couch of Philadelphia, Pa. and Clearmon Couch of Wilmington, Delaware; three sisters, Rosa Thatch of Cleveland, Ohio, Codie Homier of New Castle, Delaware, and Addie Everett of Wilmington, Delaware; 15 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of loving nieces and nephews and devoted friend, Jackie Cole. He attended Wilmington Public School and graduated from Howard High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as a Cryptographer. Taking the codes to his grave is what he promised and what he did. He moved to Midlothian, Va. in 1978 with his family. Couch retired from Reynolds Metals as a Lab Technician after 33 years. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, Richmond, Va. 23225. Viewing begins at 10 a.m. and the funeral services will proceed at Noon at Mount Zion Holy Church, 3401 Chapel Drive, Richmond Va. on Monday March 9, 2009. Elder Donald Fonville preceding. Interment will follow at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. Send flowers to Mimms Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the American Heart Association. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Chippenham Hospital's 3rd and 4th Floor for their loving care and support. |
will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Oak City Cemetery. Biggs Funeral Home is in charge. |
s will be at 2 p.m. on March 10, 2009 at Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice & Palliative Care Center, 918 Chapel Hill Rd., Burlington N.C., 27215., Charities |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for Della "Goldie" Spencer, 73, of Bassett, who died March 2, 2009, was held Friday at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel. The Rev. Dwayne Pruitt officiated. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Robert Spencer, Grover Stanley, David Spencer Jr., Jeffery Spencer, Buster Mize and Nickoles Stevens. |
will be Monday at 2 p.m. in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge. |
will be held Sunday, March 8, 2009 at 3 p.m. at the Davis Cemetery in Wythe County with Kenneth Smith officiating. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Arrangements by Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va., Charities |
Irene Bonds Dean, 86, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Charities |
DESULIS, Stanley W., 65, of Richmond, passed away suddenly, early the morning of March 6, 2009. Stan is survived by his loving wife, Marcy; and his son, Rick. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Elizabeth Desulis Herndon; his father, Bruno Desulis; and his father-in-law, Dick Hyde. Also surviving are his mother, Elspith A. Desulis, Yorkville, Ill.; brother, Tom (Nancy); sister, Janet Hissong (Jim); son-in-law, Doug Herndon; his mother-in-law, Mary Hyde; sister-in-law, Sharon Large; and numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Stan retired from Wyeth Labs in 2003, where he worked for 10 years. While at Wyeth, he made many good friends whom he never forgot. Stan was a deacon at Three Chopt Presbyterian Church, where he was very active. He loved sharing his cooking ability with friends from church and also his neighborhood. Stan loved the Outerbanks, and especially Ocracoke, N.C. He attended a special cooking school on Ocracoke last fall and learned their secrets for cooking great seafood. A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 12, 2009, 2 p.m. at Three Chopt Presbyterian Church, 9315 Three Chopt Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association or Three Chopt Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad St. |
s will be at Raleigh Court United Methodist Church at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009. The Rev. James Thomas and the Rev. Roy Miller will officiate. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Ave. from 2 to 4 and 7to 9 p.m. on Monday. Memorials may be made to Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, or a charity of choice. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. 1-540-989-3131., Charities |
Mae Myers Dooley, 97, of Troutville, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan Chapel (254-3000)., Charities |
DUNSMORE, Kathleen Andrews, of Richmond, a loving wife, devoted mother and proud grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on March 5, 2009. Kathleen shared no love greater than the love she had for her family, her roses and Elvis. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years, Peter Massie Dunsmore. She leaves to cherish her memory four loving children, daughter, Linda Chumney and her husband, Larry, daughter, Kathy Tuttle and her husband, Tom, daughter, Nancy Dunsmore; son, David Dunsmore and his wife, Donna. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren, Jason Chumney and his wife, Donalda, Kate and Tommy Tuttle, Stephanie and Sarah Morton. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). Her funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment to follow in Dale Memorial Park. |
Happy Birthday To Our Precious Moma Olivia Maggie Dyson March 6, 1931 - July 5, 2008 We miss you so very much, and feel your beautiful, loving spirit surrounding us as we think of you every single day. You are forever in our hearts. Lovingly, Your Family, Charities |
s will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in Jackson Cemetery, Jackson. Massey Funeral Home, Roanoke Rapids, is in charge. |
on base need to call the funeral home at (757) 463-0150 Monday by noon to place their name on an attendance list for the base. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
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In Loving Memory of James "Jack" ELLIS "Blue Devils" World War II Veteran, Born: July 22, 1928, Died: March 8, 1998, Please read:, dadsstory.htm, Sadly missed by Mom, Debbie & Family, Revelation 21:3-4, Charities |
ELMORE, Carl E. "Jack", 73, of Beaverdam, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Mills Elmore. He is survived by a son, Phillip E. Elmore; granddaughter, Christina K. Elmore; mother-in-law, Christina Belle Mills; brother-in-law, Pettis Mills Jr., and his wife, Judy; sister-in-law, Debbie Elmore and her children, Calvin Jr., Kevin and Tammy Elmore. The family will receive friends on Monday evening, March 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Nelsen Funeral Home Reid Chapel 412 So. Washington Hwy., Ashland, and where funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 10, with burial in Bethany Christian Church Cemetery. |
March 1, 2009 - Mansfield, Ohio - Lyla Elswick, 75, of Mansfield, passed away early Sun. morning at Twin Oaks Nursing Home in Mansfield. She was born Oct. 22, 1933 to the late Walter and Hazel (Johnson) Powers. Lyla graduated from Cleveland High School in Virginia, where she played on the basketball team. She had previously worked for Landmark Farm Bureau, Mac Honda and retired as a bookkeeper with McCune Cycle World. Her strong and admirable personal traits as a very private and meticulous person served her well throughout her life. She enjoyed her work and keeping busy with various activities. Lyla was a member of McElroy Road Church of Christ. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, John and Pat Elswick of Mansfield, Ohio; three grandchildren, Jennifer Elswick (fiancé, Kevin Shrader) of Mansfield, Shawn Elswick (fiancée, Sarah Roth) of Columbus and Chris Elswick of Mansfield; two great-grandchildren, Olivia and Allie Shrader of Mansfield; two brothers, Bob Powers of Lebanon, Va. and Marvin Powers of Cleveland, Va.; five sisters, Mary (O.D.) Amos, Jean Sutherland, all of Cleveland, Va., Trula (George) Woods of Bluff City, Tenn., Lora "Bea" (Tom) Sarver of Louisville, Ky., and Junell (Dan) Amyx of Kingsport, Tenn.; numerous nieces and nephews; and a sister-in-law, Margie Powers of Indianapolis, Ind. She was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis "Ramie" Elswick, whom she married May 28, 1951; son, Curtis Lynn Elswick; brother, Johnny Powers; and her parents. Friends called from 6-8 p.m. Tues., March 3, 2009, at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond St., Mansfield. Funeral services will be Wed., March 4, at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home with Rev. Frank Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Mansfield Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Twin Oaks Care Center, 73 Madison Road, Mansfield, OH 44905, or Southern Care Hospice, 775 Lexington Avenue, Mansfield, OH 44907. Online guest registry at www.wappner.com. |
will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at the Parkway House of Prayer on King Street. The Revs Jeff Keaton and Steve Parker will officiate. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
s will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
. Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory are handling the arrangements, 540-366-0707., Charities |
will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Haygood United Methodist Church, 4713 Haygood Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462., Charities |
will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norview Chapel. You may offer condolences to the family at www.mem.com., Charities |
In Memory of my Mama Marie Gardner July 26, 1929 - March 5, 2004 The day is remembered and quietly kept, no words are needed, we shall never forget, for those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday, unseen and unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, and so very dear. Love, Your Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren, Charities |
at the church. Interment will be held for the family after the reception. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frances' name to College Lutheran Church, the American Red Cross or the American Lung Association of Virginia. John M. Oakey and Son, Salem, is in charge of the arrangements., Charities |
Gaskins Sr., John Malvin - John Malvin Gaskins, Sr. John Malvin Gaskins, Sr., age 79, of Gainesville, Va. (formerly of Rectortown, Va.) on March 5, 2009. Mr. Gaskins was .... |
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Charles R. Gibson, 94, of Callaway, Va., passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Charities |
will be on Monday, March 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. at the Bethel Brethren in Christ Church. Arrangements by Vaughan Guynn McGrady Chapel ., Charities |
Elizabeth Ann Goode VIRGINIA BEACH - Elizabeth Ann Goode, 71, of the 6100 block of Level Green Court, passed away March 5, 2009, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Floresville, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Christine Gaydos and the widow of Robert C. Goode. She was the owner of Frames by Margood. She is survived by her son, Robert S. Goode Sr. and wife Stacey of Chesapeake; three daughters, Cheryl Goode of Houston, Pamela Squyres and husband James of Houston and Barbara Goode-Baars and husband Matthew of Kenosha, Wis.; three grandchildren, Bobby, Nic and Meg; two sisters, Helen and Dollie; and two brothers, Frank and Bill. She was predeceased by a brother, Milton and a sister, Mildred. A funeral will be conducted Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, by the Rev. Ernest L. Trueblood. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, March 9, 2009, at Oakey's East Chapel with Dr. Robert G. Moore III officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 8, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's East Chapel. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider the Bonsack Baptist Church, 4845 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, Va. 24019. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, 540-977-3909., Charities |
s will be held 10 a.m. on Monday, March 9, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. J.R. Graybill and the Rev. Randy Daniels officiating. Interment will follow at 3 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton, W.Va. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 8, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
Ray Preddy Gregory, 69, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, March 5, 2009. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers; and one sister. He was a loving father, grandfather, and brother. Surviving are daughter and son-in-law, Constance G. (Kristy) and James Moore, of Roanoke; grandchildren, Suzanne and Jennifer Moore; brother and sister-in-law, Melvin and Peggy Gregory, of Vinton; sisters and brothersin-law, Hazel and Harold Hodges, of Roanoke, Juanita and Dewey Mitchell, of Roanoke, and Connie and Randy Thomas, of Salem; and a number of nieces and nephews. Services to be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel and Crematory, 540-982-2221., Charities |
Mary Lee Phibbs Grinnell, 83, of Wytheville died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. Funeral service was held Monday, March 2, at 2 p.m. at the Galilee Christian Church with Mike Hall officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. She was preceded in death by her parents, Laudie and Zelma Quesenberry Phibbs of Hillsville; husband, Henry "Jack" Grinnell; and a grandson, Kevin Jones. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara G. "Bobbie" Scheu of Wytheville and Key Largo, Fla.; a sister, Ester French of Chattanooga, Tenn.; a brother, Maynard Phibbs of Max Meadows; an endearing cousin, Nellie "Peggy" Smelser of Wytheville; three grandchildren and their spouses, Calvin Jones of Rural Retreat, Casey and Veronica Scheu of Key Largo, Fla., Ian and Melissa Scheu of Richmond; six great-grandchildren, Jackie, Calvin Jones Jr., Kasie Scheu, Katelynn Scheu, Dylan Scheu and Steven Scheu; great-great-grandchild, Jessie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be made to the Galilee Christian Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Doris Daugherty, 865 N. 20th St., Wytheville, VA 24382. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
GUTOWSKI, Frank, passed away at his home from an aneurysm on February 24, 2009. Born in Detroit, Mich. on January 25, 1919, he was the son of John and Susi Glowska Gutowski. His father's name is listed as arriving from Poland via Bremen at Ellis Island. Frank was the youngest of six, two brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. After graduating from high school in 1936, Frank joined the Society of Jesus and began the rigorous and demanding Jesuit training that, after obtaining degrees in liberal arts, philosophy and theology, led to his 1949 ordination to the priesthood. His studies continued at Catholic University where he earned a Ph.D. in physics in the area of thermodynamics. He was assigned to John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio and soon chaired the physics department. In that capacity, he taught both graduate and undergraduate courses while administering various grants from the National Science Foundation, from the U.S. Air Force for research in acoustics, and from the U.S. Navy for research in ultrasonics that was carried out by the department. When Frank became aware of the impending divorce of a friend, he offered financial assistance to the destitute young wife and mother of four young children. The Jesuits, however, refused to allow him such use for his salary unless he would also leave campus. Frank applied for and got a year's sabbatical. Subsequently, at age 52, Frank petitioned the Vatican for laicization, and at the same time requested that his vows of poverty, chastity and obedience plus the Jesuit's 4th vow to Papal fealty be lifted. Frank had no crises of faith; he was motivated by human need that he felt he could meet - Christ-like. Married by the late Bishop Norbert Gaughan, Frank gained a family but lost nearly everything else. At the end of the sabbatical, John Carroll University released him. He sued and the ACLU, AAUP, and EEOC provided support. Nevertheless, Federal Court for the District of Ohio ruled that as a result of separation of church and state, a priest belonging to a religious order teaching at the order's university had, de facto, forfeited his civil rights and could be terminated from a tenured position. The case set precedents. Thanks to Money Magazine which did a feature article on the family in its July 1976 issue, Frank and his new family moved to Richmond. Eventually, Frank returned to teaching physics. He retired from Virginia Union University. In his later years, Frank enjoyed extensive community service, travel and recreation as well as a return to a solitary and introspective life. He tutored graduate and undergraduate students as well as GED candidates. He was a much loved figure at the Monument Avenue Senior Center and regularly read for the blind. He traveled extensively with Elder Hostel both here and abroad, and participated in its cultural exchange and education programs. His passions were bridge and classical music. He and Monika were avid concert and opera goers. His last weekly bridge game was February 17. While he and Monika no longer traveled together, they spoke daily- last on February 23, 2009. The day after his death, February 25, would have marked 44 years of a loving and devoted friendship. Surviving Frank are his acquired children, Leila Marie and Nadja Irene Gutowski, both of Richmond, Robert Anthony Gutowski of Berlin, Germany, and Stephan Othmar Gutowski of New York City, along with their mother, Monika Smith of Reedville, Va. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Noluenn of New York, Emma of Berlin, and David Anthony of Richmond; as well as, numerous nieces and nephews. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. |
Ellen Mabel Wright Hager, 74, of Bland, the Hollybook community, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke. Funeral service was held Sunday, March 1, at 2 p.m. at the A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home with the Revs. Danny Shortridge and Ted Anders officiating. Interment was in the Shiloh Cemetery at Hollybrook. She was born May 21, 1934, in Bluefield, W.Va., daughter of the late Charles Herbert and Hallie Lawrence Wright. She was a member of the Shiloh United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Wright; two brothers, Charles Russell Wright and Otis Wright; twin son and daughter, Barry Ray Hager and Sharon Kay Hager; and a grandson, Zachary Watson Burton. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Richard M. Hager; a daughter, Retta Burton, and friend, Howard Jones of Bland; two brothers, Homer Lee "Ding" Wright and William T. "Ted" Wright, both of Bland; three sisters, Kate Dillow and Agnes Strock, both of Bland, and her twin sister, Julia Hays of Ceres; and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home in White Gate was in charge of the arrangements. |
Zadi Margaret Gannaway Hale, of Wytheville, Va., born November 25, 1919, in Zeitun, Turkey, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2009. Adopted by Dr. and Mrs. Charles R. Gannaway, medical missionaries with the American Committee for Syrian Relief, Zadi grew up on Long Island, New York. She received her degree in nursing from Berea College in Kentucky, where she met her husband, Melton Lowe Hale, of Cripple Creek, Virginia. Zadi had many talents and a creative spirit. She was the beloved mother of Penny, Holly, Leslie, Robin, and Chris. She will also be dearly missed by her ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A private visitation was held for the immediate family. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements., Charities |
Shirley Ann Hall, 74, of Wytheville, formerly of Ivanhoe, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009. Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 7, at 3 p.m. at Fairview United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ken Blevins officiating. Interment will be in the Fairview United Methodist Church Cemetery. She was born Sept. 3, 1934, in Manitowac, Wis., daughter of the late Edward M. and Anna Shusta Swetlick. She was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil L. Hall; and a sister, Dolores Thor. Survivors include three brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, James and Beverly Hall of Ivanhoe, Clarence and Serina Hall of Berkley Springs, W.Va., Clifford and Helen Hall of Huntington, Md.; two sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Pauline and James Owen of Rural Retreat, Gloria and Jack Felts of Galax; and several nieces and nephews. The body will be taken to the church Saturday, March 7, where the family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. (service time). Reese Funeral Home in Austinville is in charge of the arrangements. |
celebrating her life will be held at Loving Funeral Home, Churchland, Tuesday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dick Baker officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to a local SPCA or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at, Charities |
Walter T. Hall, Jr., of Cheney, Wash., Decatur, Ga., and Roanoke, Va., died on February 9, 2009. He is survived by wife, Elizabeth Wingfield Hall; daughter, Sandy Haase; son-inlaw, George Haase; grandchildren, Miles and Lindsey Haase; new greatgranddaughter, Sophia, all residing in Spokane, Wash.; brother, Sam S. Hall; and sister-in-law, Joan Hall, of Midlothian, Va. Walter graduated from Jefferson High School, enlisted in the United States Army in 1942 and fought in Italy with the 88th Infantry. He was thrice wounded, Bronze Star decorated and field promoted. After World War II ended, Walter graduated from Emory and Henry College in 1948. He worked for Church & Dwight Corporation for 26 years and later for Automatic Data Processing Corporation. He was an ardent supporter of his beloved college and a member of the Patrick Henry Society. Memorials may be made to Emory and Henry College E & H Fund through 'Make a Gift' at the Emory and Henry website:, Charities |
s will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Butch Hammed officiating. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge. |
HARMON, Rebecca Baird, 77, died March 1, 2009 after a long illness. Rebecca was born in Farmville to the late John and Ethel Baird. She graduated from Longwood College and taught high school English for many years, most notably in Caroline County. She is survived by her son, Anthony Harmon of Richmond. A graveside service will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday at Westview Cemetery in Farmville. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Richmond SPCA. |
Steve Harrah, 60, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel., Charities |
In Loving Memory Of Mrs. Annie Cobb Harris February 7, 1927 - March 8, 2007 Mama, His "Amazing Grace", in it we trust It has provided comfort, to all of us. Life in these two years has not been the same, But we rest in knowing we will meet again. Always loving, remembering and missing you. Your Daughters, Annette, Brenda, Jenny, Priscella and Family, Charities |
will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery, Phenix, Va. The Rev. Elton McDowell will officiate. The viewing will begin today with the family receiving friends from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Francis Gay Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mamiee Shaw Bray Circle, c/o Chesapeake Avenue United Methodist Church, 1200 Chesapeake Ave., Chesapeake, VA 23324. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at, Charities |
Louise Powers Harris, 77, of Wytheville died Tuesday, March 3, 2009. A memorial service was held Friday, March 6, at 1 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Will White officiating. Interment was in the National Cemetery at Quantico. She was born Oct. 30, 1931, in Dickenson County, daughter of the late Kermit and Una Priody Powers. She was a member of the United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Bennette Harris; and a son, Carl Harris. Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Karen Harris of Wytheville, Bennette and Susan Harris of Whitewater, Wis., James and Svetlana Harris of Worcester, Mass., Gary and Carol Bauer of Perkasie, Pa., Chris and Melissa Harris of Richmond; three daughters and sons-in-law, Ann and Karl Michaelis of Carrollton, Donna and Will White of South Riding, Deedra Harris of Florida; and several other close relatives and friends. Memorial donations may be made to the Family Resource Center, P.O. Box 612, Wytheville, VA 24382. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
HARRIS, Pearl Mills, 104, of Oak Shade in Louisa County, died March 7, 2009. She was the daughter of Phillip C. Mills and Mary Jones Mills. Born in Emporia, Virginia, she grew up in Danville and Richmond. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel C. Harris; her three brothers, Randolph P. Mills, Peter D. Mills and Phillip C. Mills; and two sisters, Irene M. Cudlip and Emlyn M. Markwith. She is survived by two sons, Samuel Claybrooke Harris (Norma Bradley Harris) and Henry Mills Harris (Peggy Duke Harris); and her sister, Wilhelmina M. Antley. She leaves five grandchildren, Henry M. Harris Jr., Mary C. Malone, Kathleen M. Hurd, Elizabeth A Novak and Molly L. Boose; 12 great-grandchildren; her nieces, Wilhelmina Antley and Alice Cudlip; and nephews, Peter, Richard and Phillip Mills, Ray and Phillip Antley and Sidney and Louis Markwith, along with their families. Mrs. Harris attended public schools in Danville and Richmond and graduated from Harrisonburg State Teachers College, now James Madison University. She taught 28 years in both Mineral and Apple Grove Elementary Schools, interrupting her career to raise her family. In her long life, she was active in South Anna Baptist Church and several community organizations, was a member of the Jamestown Society and the Louisa County Historical Society, Mineral Chapter of the UDC. Louisa Courthouse DAR, Apple Grove/Cuckoo Homemakers. She traveled extensively in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. She wrote the local news for the county paper and was a partner in writing "A History of Education in Louisa County." Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 2 p.m. at South Anna Baptist Church, Pastor Steve McClary will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to South Anna Baptist Church, 9071 Cross County Road, Mineral, Va. 23117 or to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Pwky., Suite 300, Charlottesville, Va. 22911. Arrangements by Lacy Funeral Home, 6241 Cross County Rd., Mineral, Va. 23117. Visit www.lacyfh.com for online guestbook. |
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HARRIS, Harold Lee Sr., 78, of Richmond, died February 26, 2009. He is survived by a son, Anthony L. Harris. Mr. Harris served on the Rubicon Board, was involved in Scouting, and was a member of Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, in Roselawn Memory Gardens. |
Delmar William "Bill" Heath, 67, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 in Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Maryland to the late Delmar Lee Heath and Mae Watson Heath and was preceded in death by an infant sister, Marjorie Mae Heath, and a brother-in-law, Robert Thomas. He was retired from the Southwestern State Hospital in Marion with 32 years of service. He was a very loving husband, father and papaw. He was a devoted caregiver to his mother during her illness and will be remembered as a kind, compassionate and giving neighbor to many people throughout Southwest Virginia. He was an avid fisherman, gardener and farmer. Survivors include loving wife of 46½ years, Carol R. Heath; two children, Tony Heath and fiancée, Ladonna Darnell, of Rocks Springs, Wyo., Kim Heath Shelton and husband, Billy, of Chilhowie; two brothers, Ronnie Heath and wife, Nina, of Glade Spring, Jack Heath and wife, Margaret, of Glade Spring; one sister, Clarice Thomas of Chilhowie; grandchildren, Chenoa Shelton and Cheyenne Darnell; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, at Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion with Elder Larry Blevins officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in memory of Bill Heath to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral home is in charge of arrangements. |
HILL, Quentio. Funeral services will be held on Monday, 12 noon at Temple of Judah, 2100 Venable Street. He is survived by a loving family. Interment private. Robert Brunson Sr. and Jr., Directors. |
Mary Hinkley, 58, of Riner, Va., died Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Service, Inc. Christiansburg, Va., Charities |
Hobart B. Ziglar, Jr. |
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Charlie Grady Holley, Jr., 62, of Roanoke, died Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount. 540-483-3835, Charities |
s will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in First Baptist Church of Hillsborough. Burial will be at 5 p.m. Monday at Head of River Church Cemetery, Copper Hill, Va. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Monday in the church. Online condolences www.Walkersfune, Charities |
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HOPKINS, Grace Geneva, 94, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, at the home of her niece, Loretta Anne Gilboy, in San Gabriel, California. Grace was the daughter of the late Willie Lewis Hopkins and Mary Elizabeth Bickley Hopkins. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Vera H. Crowl, Nellie Hargadon Satterwhite; and brother, Wallace G. Hopkins. She is survived by her nieces, Loretta Anne H. Gilboy, Debbie C. Ayres of California and Brenda H. Pryor of Goochland, Va.; nephews, Overton Hopkins, Roy E. Hopkins of Louisa, Va., and Warren R. Hopkins of Castle Rock, Colorado. Our heartfelt blessings to Rosella Arvizu and Jacob Castillo, two devoted caregivers, who lovingly took care of Grace for the past six years. She will be missed daily and will forever remain in our hearts and prayers. The family is planning a memorial service for later this spring. |
Vicki Lynn Horne, 49, of Mt. Airy, N.C., died Monday, March 2, 2009. Funeral service was held Thursday, March 5, at noon at the Lindsey Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Ginny Tompkins officiating. Interment was in the Blue Springs Cemetery. She was born May 13, 1959, in Norristown, Pa., daughter of the late James Barbe and Janey Lee Adams Horne. She is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Glenn and Diana Horne of Matthews, N.C., Gary and Lynne Horne of Newnan, Ga.; a sister, Rebecca Horne of Blacksburg; and several aunts, uncles and other relatives. Memorial donations may be made to the Blue Springs Cemetery Fund. Lindsey Funeral Home in Rural Retreat was in charge of the arrangements. |
Tuesday, March 10, 2009 from 7to 8 p.m. at Abundant Grace Assembly, 1230 Rugby Blvd. NW, Roanoke, Va. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, 540-586-9167. Condolences can be emailed to bedfordfuneral@verizon.net., Charities |
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Mar 8, 2009 James Frank Hairston, 90, of 1131 Banner St., Martinsville, died Friday, March 6, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Hairston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for James Harrison Tatum Jr., 90, of Critz, who died March 4, 2009, was held Saturday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. Pastors Fred Gilley and John T. Fulcher Jr. officiated. Burial was in Critz Baptist Church cemetery. Military rites were conducted by the Patrick County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Jason Perry, Billy Perry, Stacy Perry, Wayne Clark, Dan Tatum, Cooper Via and Barry Girouard. |
will be 7 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2009, in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel. The Jennings family is in the care of Horne Funeral Home, Inc. On line condolences may be sent by visiting, Charities |
Johnson, Cody Darrin - Cody Darrin Johnson Cody Darrin Johnson, age 6, of Manassas, passed away March 6, 2009 after a five year battle with Neuro-blastoma. Born September .... |
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Mr. Creed W. Johnson, Jr., of 2752 Homestead Dr., Petersburg, departed this life, March 3, 2009, at the Southside Regional Medical Center. He was a native of Crewe, Virginia, and was the son of the late Creed W. and Rachel Tee Johnson. He confessed Christ at a young age and joined Eleven Oaks Baptist Church, Crewe. He was a retired truck driver and employee of Lasko Metal Products. He leaves to cherish in his memories, a loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Mrs. Lois E. Johnson, of Petersburg; two sons, Marty W. Johnson, Sr., (Dianne) of Ettrick, and Ronson Smith, of Delaware; one daughter, Monica R. Stockman, of Ettrick; one sister, Sadie J. Epps, of Blackstone; seven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; several nieces, and nephews, among them, a devoted niece, Missouri Whidbee, of Sutherland, and a devoted nephew, George Epps; and other relatives and friends, among them, a devoted friend, James Evans. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 9th, at the chapel of the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, with the Rev. Marcus N. Leggett, pastor of the Shiloh Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Blandford Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, now serving from three locations, Petersburg, Hopewell, and Waverly. |
Herbert Lee Johnson Jr. of 15510 Brick Road, Carson, Va., peacefully and quietly entered eternal rest at his residence on March 6, 2009. "Big Man" as he was affectionately known by all of his family and friends, was born Sept. 7, 1952 and was a native of Dinwiddie, Va. He was the son of Thelma L. Edwards of Dinwiddie, Va. and Herbert L. Johnson, Sr. of Prince George, Va. "Big Man" was educated in the public schools of Dinwiddie County. Several years ago he accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his most personal savior and attended Gravel Run Baptist Church. He served in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1972 to 1974. Herbert leaves to cherish his memory: his mother, Thelma L. Edwards of Dinwiddie, Va., his father Herbert L. Johnson, Sr. (Jane) of Prince George, Va., two sisters, Florine Johnson of Prince George, Va., Brenda Pullen (Harvey) of Silver Springs, Md. three brothers — Lonnie T. Johnson (Mary) of Ettrick, Va., Hubert Johnson, of California, Lyndon Johnson (Veronica) of Fort Knox, Ky. One daughter — Veronica Brooks of Petersburg, Va. Other family members include: four aunts — Grace Harper, Ann Harper (Charles,) Mary Johnson — all of Dinwiddie, Va. Virginia Jones of Patterson, N.J. One uncle — Henry Myrick of Prince George, Va. Four grandchildren, two-great grandchildren, six nieces, three nephews, one great-nephew and a number of cousins and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St. Petersburg. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. from the Gravel Run Baptist Church, Dinwiddie County, Dr. Larry D. Brown, Sr. officiating. The remains will lie in state at the church at 9:45 a.m. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the above residence at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George County. A.A. Tucker Funeral Director. |
Timothy S. Johnston BACLIFF, Texas - Timothy Summers Johnston died Feb. 5, 2009, suddenly at his home in Bacliff, Texas. He leaves behind three loved children, Chase, Nicole and Grace Johnston; a wife, Ramona; two brothers, Christian of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Eric Johnston; his mother, Jean Peacock and his stepfather George Tussing of Portsmouth. Tim was a very loving, a very generous man. He died far too young. His family is heartbroken., Charities |
"The steps of a good man are ordered by God" Thank you for the Love extended to us during the illness and demise of our dear loved one, Norman C. Jones ("Trail"). The expressions of sympathy have been overwhelming and have deeply touched our hearts. It gives us comfort to know that so many people care. We pray God will use you for His glory and let us all extol Him and tell of His greatness for He is worthy to be praised., Love, Angeline, Chantay, Eugene, Mandell and Family, Charities |
Richard Edward Jones of 23112 Jones Road, Stony Creek, Va., passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at the Medical College of Virginia after a brief illness. It is with heavy hearts that we submit to God's will and release him to his eternal reward. Richard was born to the late Julia Walker and Robert Lee Robinson. He worked on the family farm for many years before being employed Georgia Pacific in Mckenney where he retired. Richard was an avid baseball fan and could be found most weekends enjoying play among the local teams. When at home relaxing you would always find him watching his favorite program "The Price is Right" and he also loved to pass the time fishing. Richard was baptized at an early age and joined the Little Bethel Baptist Church where he was a faithful and active member. He was preceded in death by a loving nephew Henry Lee Jones. Left to hold precious memories are ten sisters Rose A. Jones of the home, Catherine Jones of Richmond, Virginia, Alice Johnson, Lucy Mae Thorne (John), Barbara Hall, Mary Brown and Clara Jones (Carl) of Dinwiddie, Virginia, , Joyce Rose (William) of Stony Creek, Va., Ida Wyatt and Doris Robinson of Petersburg, Va.; Seven brothers Melvin Jones (Lola), John Robinson and Ardy Robinson (Marie) of Dinwiddie, Virginia, Morris Jones Sr. (Doris), James Jones (Barbara), Robert L. Robinson (Yvette) all of Petersburg, Virginia, William Robinson (June) of Alexandria, Virginia; many nephews among the are four devoted nephews Alvin Jones, Earl Jones (Patricia) of Petersburg, Bert Jones (Nita), and Jeffrey Jones (Shirley) of Dinwiddie, Virginia and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Monday. March 9, 2009. at 1 p.m. From the Little Bethel Baptist Church in Stony Creek. The Pastor, Rev. David L. Banks will deliver the Eulogy. Internment will follow in the Jones Family cemetery. A memorial will be held on Sunday March 8. 2009 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m at the W. L. Fields Funeral Home. The family request that food items be omitted. Funeral services have been entrusted to the W.L. Fields Funeral Home Inc. 10814 Doyle Blvd, McKenney, 804 478-4811. |
During the early morning of Friday, March 6, 2009, the Lord was listening to the Heavenly choir and felt a member was missing. He looked down to earth and called home His child, Deacon Emeritus James Arthur Jones II of 3900 Dupuy Road, Ettrick, VA. Deacon Emeritus James A. Jones II was born on December 14, 1919 to the late James Jones and Hattie Jones Roane in Chesterfield County, Va. On August 18, 1946, he married Mollie Lee Branch. She preceded him in death on November 15, 1983. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Levi, and stepfather, Curtis Roane. He received his early education in Newport News, VA at Booker T. Washington Elementary and Huntington High School until the 11th grade. He finished his secondary education at the Palmer Memorial Institute in Sedalia, NC. Education was a very part of his life. At the age of 52, Deacon Jones returned to school to further his education at Virginia State College (now Virginia State University). He graduated in 1977, with a Bachelors of Science degree in Special Education. Deacon Jones passed on his knowledge and the important of education not only to his family, but the young men he met in the Big Brothers program and his students in the Dinwiddie County School system until his retirement in 1984. Deacon Jones served his country as soldier in the United States Army. He was a Military Police Officer from 1944-1946. He reenlisted in 1950, as an Assistant Mess Sergeant and retired in 1970, as a Sergeant First Class. His military profession was in Food Service serving as Instructor, Cook and Advisor for which he received various awards. During his military career, he served tours of duty in Vietnam, Korea, France, Germany, and various places in the United States. Deacon Jones accepted Christ at an early age of eight at Trinity Baptist Church in Newport News, VA. After his military service, he returned to his church home, Shiloh Baptist Church, Chesterfield County, VA. As a member, he has served as Treasurer, Pianist for the Sanctuary and Male Choirs, Superintendent of the Sunday school, and Director of Vacation Bible School. He sang with the Male and Sanctuary choirs until his health declined. He was a member of the 60 Plus Ministry and honored as Father of the Year and Man of the Year. He was ordained a Deacon in March 4, 1973, under Rev. Charles McElroy, Sr. and became Deacon Emeritus in 2006 under Rev. Robert Dortch. He was a honorary member of the Community Independent Methodist Church Male Chrous. He developed a love of music by the age of nine. He learned to play the trumpet, drums, and piano. Deacon Jones was the founder of many singing groups: the Awakening Echoes, the Gospel Angelettes, and Kim and the Jubilees. His love of God and music allowed him to share his talent. He served as musician for various church choirs in the area – Peterson Memorial Choir (Peterson-Hicks Mass Choir) at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, VA, the Prince George Gospel Ensemble, Union Branch Baptist Church Male Chorus and the Community Independent Methodist Church Male Chorus both in Chesterfield County, VA. Deacon Jones truly loved and cherished his family. He leaves to cherish his memory, six children, Shirley Young of Hampton, VA, Joyce B. Harris, Deacon James A. Jones III, Michael F. Jones, and Phyllis Washington all of Chesterfield County, VA, and Charmaine Jordan of Petersburg, VA; two daughters-in law, Cheryl and Ruby Jones both of Chesterfield County, VA; three sons-in law, Charles Harris and Theodore Washington both of Chesterfield County, VA and Leon Jordan of Petersburg, VA. Deacon Jones is survived by 16 grandchildren, Sherri Holley, Kim Jones, Hattie Jones, Stephanie Young-Bland, Patricia Jones, Kenneth Jones (Pauline), Mitchell Jones, Christopher Jones (Cherae), Sebrenna Young, Cilvia Jones (Freddie), Tamara Jones, LaTanya Harris, Candace Washington, Charmara Washington, Carlton Harris and Khadijah Whitfield; 28 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson; four sisters-in law, Lottie Mae Stephenson of Petersburg, VA, Arminta Spruill of Chesapeake, VA, Loretta Joyner of Conway, NC and Martha Clarke of Rich Square, NC.; one brother-in-law, Randolph Harris of New York, NY a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends; two devoted, Hilda Trent of Chesterfield County, VA and Jean Kates of Ettrick, VA. Special thanks to very devoted friend, Corbett Beverly, the Nursing staff at Colonial Heights Health Care Center, Odyssey Hospice Center and Debra Bonner at the Bank of McKenney (Matoaca Branch). Home going services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at the Shiloh Baptist Church, 6711 Hickory Road, Petersburg, VA. The Rev. Marcus N. Leggett, Officiating. Interment will follow at the Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at the funeral establishment. The family will also receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling the following numbers: (804) 721-6484, (804) 926-4991 or (804)526-9276. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Deacon Jones online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
KASINGER, Pauline B., 84, of Chester, went to be with the Lord, March 6, 2009. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Parham Chapel Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., where services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens. |
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Mary T. Kemp August 24, 1923- March 9, 2003 Dear Mom, It has been six years since God came and took you to Heaven with Him. There has not been a single day that I have not thought of you and prayed for eternal peace. I thank God that He gave me sixty wonderful years with such a loving and caring mother as you. We all miss and hope to see you on the other side. Love, Maurice and Shirley Reese and Lena, Charities |
Raymond Kennedy, 79, of Chesterfield died on March 6, 2009 at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was a native of Pink Hill, N.C., and retired from Southside Regional Medical Center after 35 years of service as supervisor of the Maintenance Department. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Claudie Kennedy; wife, Shelby Louise Kennedy; daughter, Shelby Ann Armstrong; sister, Mertie Whaley, Rovine Craft and Lizzie Mae Watson; brother, Linwood Kennedy and a son-in-law, Steven Vernaccini. Raymond is survived by his children, Angela Kaye Kennedy of Chesterfield, Va., Michael Kent Kennedy and wife, Doris of Stephens City, Va., Bonnie Jane Vernaccini of LeRoy, NY, Susan Katherine Grigsby and husband, Dave of Seven Springs, N.C., and Shelley Louise Saunders and husband, Rex of Prince George, Va.; nine grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brothers, Herbert and Toney Ray Kennedy and sixteen nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 from 6 to 8 pm. A funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
Davis Monroe Kirby, 92, of Bland died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. Funeral service was held Monday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at the A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Bobby Lorton officiating. Interment was in the Mechanicsburg Cemetery. He was born Oct. 6, 1916, in Ceres, son of the late Charlie and Lou Kirby. He served in the U.S. Navy, worked at Burlington Mills and retired from the Bland Correctional Center as Capt. Kirby in 1978. He was preceded in death by three brothers, John Kirby, Joe Kirby and Harve Kirby; four sisters, Kate Wolfe, Elvira Townley, Mollie Shrader and Irene Melvin; and his first wife, Mozelle Mitchell Kirby. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Thelma Hazel Breedlove Kirby; a son, Charles T. Kirby of Salem; a daughter, Elizabeth Joana Morgan of Wytheville; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-great-grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews. A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home in White Gate was in charge of the arrangements. |
KIRVEN, Ethel Jackson, 75, of Chesterfield County, Va. and formerly from Church Hill, departed this life on Thursday, March 5, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Lucille Jackson; and brother, Esten Jackson. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Elijah Kirven; five sons, Howard, Larry (Jamet), Peter (Kimberly), Cornelius and Anthony (Cynthia) Jackson; 11 grandchildren; one sister, Ollie Cox; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held on Monday, March 9, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and where the family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. on March 10, 2009 at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 1200 N. 28th St. Rev. Dr. Sylvester T. Smith officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
Rose Mary Kossman SUFFOLK - Rose Mary Kossman died March 5, 2009. A funeral will be Wednesday at noon in Parr Funeral Home and Crematory. |
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Ms. Annie Thelma Langford-Fullwood affectionately known as "Pudden" departed this life on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Virginia Beach, VA. She was born in Surry County, VA to the late Rufus and Martha Langford on February 28, 1935. Annie Thelma was educated in the Surry County School System. At an early age she joined Mount Hope A. M. E. Zion Church and accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. She lived in Queens, NY and was employed at Bernard Fineson Hospital as a LPN Nurse and was a very dedicated employee. After retiring she moved back to Petersburg, VA where she attended the Bethany Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Rosa S. Wynn until her health began to fail her. She leaves to cherish her memories three sons, Floyd Fullwood (Pat) and Keith Fullwood both of Petersburg, VA and Neil Fullwood of Virginia Beach, VA; three sisters, Gladys Hamlin of Wakefield, VA, Catherine Norton (Oscar) of Washington, DC and Alfreda Langford of Colonial Heights, VA; three grandchildren, Taineka Taylor (Michael), Christopher Shaw and Terrell Fullwood; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Among them a very special friend, Gloria Reese and she also remained friends with her ex-husbands, Franklin Fullwood and Samuel Hilliard. A funeral service will be held 11:00 A. M., Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at the chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA. Interment to follow at Blandford Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 475 Pine Ridge Road, Petersburg, VA and may be contact by calling (804)733-2863 or (804)721-4158. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Ms. Fullwood online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
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Mr. Allen Cortez Lewis, of Petersburg, Va., departed this life on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was a native of Petersburg, and was the son of the late Hallie and Uie Lewis. Mr. Lewis was a member of Marmora Baptist Church, Dinwiddie. He leaves to cherish in his memories: four daughters; four aunts; one uncle; four great aunts; four great uncles, and devoted cousins, Mr. William and Thersia Davis of Petersburg, a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, at the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, with the Rev. Victor McLaughlin, Pastor or the Marmora Baptist Church, officiating. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Now serving from three locations; Petersburg, Hopewell, and Waverly. |
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In Loving Memory of Mary L. LIAKOS 2/22/1941 3/8/2003, This is your 6th year in Heaven. As the time goes by, we still love and miss you. Your willingness to care for your family will always be cherished and treasured., Love, John, Virginia, Laura, Brad, Jeff & Shirley, Charities |
LIGON, Esther Sue Justis, 86, widow of John Archer Ligon, III, died Friday, March 6, 2009 at Halifax Regional Hospital in South Boston, Va. The daughter of Samuel Jackson and Mattie Wessells Justis, Esther Sue was born and reared in Clam, Virginia and was a graduate of Parksley High School with the class of 1939. Mrs. Ligon is survived by her daughter, Betty Jack Ligon of Machipongo; and son, Archer Ligon of Clarksville. She was a member of Jamieson Memorial United Methodist Church and a former clerk for Winn Dixie Stores. She participated in the ministries of "Care For" and the Society of St. Andrews. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Jamieson Memorial United Methodist Church with the Reverend Walt Westbrook officiating. Interment will follow in Oakhurst Cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service, from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wclfh.com. Please consider contributions to the Society of St. Andrews, 3383 Sweet Hollow Road, Big Island, Va. 24526 or www.endhunger.org (1-800-333-4595). |
Lillie Mae B. Donovant |
Mar 8, 2009 Lillie Mae Brim Donovant, 83, of Martinsville, died Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. Arrangements will be announced by Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home. |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for Lillie Mae Heath, 87, of Stuart, who died March 3, 2009, was held Friday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. David Heath officiating. Burial was in Red Bank Cemetery. Pallbearers were Gary Heath, Ben Merritt, Thomas Collins, Robert Ayers, Rusty Umbrell and Clyde Stevens. |
LITTLE, Dr. Sara Pamela , died Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Little was born March 9, 1919 in Charlotte, N.C., the daughter of the late John Hampton Little and Beulah Campbell Little. She graduated from Queens College in 1939. Sara taught English and Math in the North Carolina public schools for three years and then earned her Masters of Religious Education degree at the Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond in 1944. She received her Ph.D. in religion from Yale University in 1958 and also completed post-doctoral studies at Harvard University. She received an honorary Doctor of Humanities from Queens College in 1972. Sara Little began her career in christian education working with the Presbyterian Synod of North Carolina in Sunday School Extension, leadership development, and as a youth and college coordinator. Dr. Little taught in Richmond at the Presbyterian School of Christian Education, and later became the first woman professor at Union Theological Seminary, teaching christian education until her retirement in 1989. After retirement, she taught at Columbia Seminary in Atlanta and later at the Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, Calif., where she became interim Vice President and Dean from 1990-92. Sara then returned to Richmond and became the Director of the Doctoral Program at PSCE and also taught in the doctoral program at Union Seminary. Always known as a teacher and lecturer, Sara Little also has written numerous books and many essays in her field. Recently one of her books, "To Set One's Heart" was translated into Japanese (its sixth language), and now is being translated into Russian. In 1994, Dr. Little was the fourth person and the first woman to receive the Distinguished Service Medal of the Association of Theological Schools in the U.S. and Canada. She was honored for her many years of commitment to influencing students in their journeys in theological education. Sara has traveled the globe and lived in Richmond, Boston, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Germany, England, Mexico and Korea. She moved to Sharon Towers in 2001 to be closer to family. She was preceded in death by her sister, Helen Little Pickard and brother-in-law, the Reverend Dr. H. Edwin Pickard. She is survived by four nieces and nephews: Sharon Pickard Merritt of Dalton, Ga., Cambey Pickard Gallagher of Charlotte, N.C., John Hampton Pickard of Raleigh, N.C. and Sara Pickard Finger of Hickory; as well as nine great-nieces and nephews. It would take several pages to list all of the professional activities, honors, and publications of Dr. Little. She has always been an advocate for women and improving the quality of life of those less fortunate. Her nieces and nephew would like to remember "Sasa", as they affectionately called her, as the aunt who took each of them to New York to shop and attend plays, enjoyed rock hopping in Montreat, and chocolate chip cookies for breakfast. A memorial service to celebrate Sara Little's life will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at Sharon Presbyterian Church, 5201 Sharon Road, in Charlotte, N.C. Memorials may be made to Union-PSCE, 3401 Brook Road, Richmond, Va. 23227, or to Queens University of Charlotte, 1900 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, N.C. 28274. The family wishes to thank the staff at Sharon Towers for all of their help and support and to Rosanna and Joe Fountain for their years of friendship and unselfish dedication to Sara. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral service online at www.hankinsandwhittington.com. |
George Richard Lux, 71, of Blacksburg, Va., died Friday, March 6, 2009. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg., Charities |
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Mar 8, 2009 Mae "Fairy Mae" Maxie Phillips, 79, of Bassett, died Thursday, March 5, 2009, at the Golden Living Center of Martinsville. She was born in Franklin County on Sept. 19, 1929, to Julius F. Maxie and Mae Hundley Young. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Phillips. She was a waitress most of her life and most recently was employed at the Figsboro Mart. She attended Collinsville Baptist Church. Surviving are a son, Billy Jack "B.J." Phillips of Bassett; a brother, Roy Cassell Young of Tallahassee, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today at the Collinsville Baptist Church with the Rev. Tracy Freeman officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends at the church after the service. Arrangements are by Community Funeral Services of Ridgeway. |
MAIDEN, Rebecca J., died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 4, 2009. She is survived by her husband, David L. Maiden; her children, David L. Maiden Jr. and wife, Kelly, Terri VanBrackle and husband, Evan, Traci Farrar and husband, Jerry, Angie Harrington and husband, James, Beverly Deale and husband, Ernie; 14 grandchildren, David L. III, Corey and Emma Maiden, Curt, Jordan and Rebecca VanBrackle, Ryan, Cody and Casey Farrar, Ruby, Nicholas and Lucy Harrington, Travis and Brittney Deale; her mother, Phyllis C. Davis; and her brother, E. Mason Jones and wife, Sandy. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at Bliley's Staples Mill Chapel, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. Funeral service will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at Glen Allen Baptist Church. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. The family requests that donations be made to Glen Allen Baptist Church Building Fund, 3028 Mountain Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for Margaret Rives Kearfott Carriel, 92, who died March 5, 2009, at her home in Martinsville, will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Christ Episcopal Church in Martinsville. The Rev. Dr. Ellen Hanckel will officiate. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Christ Church Parish House. She was born in Martinsville on Feb. 19, 1917, to Joseph Conrad "Dr. Connie" Kearfott and Catharine Rives Kearfott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jonathan T. Carriel; a son, Paul S. Carriel; and two brothers, Clarence P. Kearfott II and Benjamin R. Kearfott. She graduated from Martinsville High School and attended Hollins College and William and Mary before receiving her bachelor of arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Before returning to Martinsville in 1980, she lived in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, the Mildred Lee Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Entre Nous Book Club and the Martinsville Literary Club. She was a volunteer with CONTACT of Martinsville-Henry County. In the 1980s, she wrote several plays and musicals. At age 78 she completed a 400-mile pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela across northern Spain. Surviving are two sons, Jonathan Carriel Jr. of New York City and Benjamin Kearfott Carriel of Nyack, N.Y.; two grandchildren; and a niece and nephew. Memorials may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 4162, Martinsville, Va. 24115; or to CONTACT of Martinsville-Henry County, P.O. Box 1287, Martinsville, Va. 24114. Arrangements are by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel. |
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Mary Lavera Markham, 87, of Bedford, died Thursday, March 5, 2009. A celebration of Mary's life will be conducted at 2 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2009 at Tharp Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Dr. David L. Henderson officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends today 2 to 4 p.m., at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, 586-3443. To send condolences, please visit, Charities |
Janie Mae Martin, 74, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 in Petersburg, ending a lifelong struggle with disabilities and illnesses. She was born on June 30, 1934 in Tannersville. She lived the first half of her life at home with her family. The past 37 years she has lived in the Petersburg and Lynchburg areas. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Isaac and Pearl Mae (Mitchell) Martin of Tannersville, six brothers, George Martin, Robert Martin, and Roy Calvin Martin, all of Tannersville, Edward Martin of Danville, James Peery Martin of Damascus, and William Martin of Charlotte, N.C., and four sisters, Virginia Necessary of Glade Spring, Frances Glaviano of Tazewell, Una Opal Richards of Tannersville, and Sylvia Augustine of Levittown, Pa. Survivors include one sister, Betty Lezzer of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at Henderson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Donnie Bailey officiating. Burial will follow in the Martin Family Cemetery. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville is in charge of arrangements. |
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celebrating Jerry's life will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2009 at New Life Temple Church with Pastor Walter Wood officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 366-0707., Charities |
Lois McDonley, age 67, of Colonial Heights, Va. (formerly of Arlington) died on March 3, 2009 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. She was born on Jan 14, 1942 in Kankakee, Ill., to the late Howard and Bessie Diehl. Lois graduated from the University of Illinois and held masters degrees from that institution as well as Roosevelt University in Chicago and Columbia University in New York City. Lois was the author of the children's book, "Tales from India" as well as numerous other published works. Lois had been employed with the City of Colonial Heights for the past two years in addition to her many volunteer programs. She is survived by her husband, Frank R. McDonley, two sons, Prem K. Upadhyay and Raj P. Upadhyay, Daughter-in-law, Sharon and one beloved grandson, Joseph Bradley Upadhyay, all of Colonial Heights. Other survivors include one sister, Sharon Lang of Annandale, VA, one brother, Joseph B. Diehl of Seattle, Washington and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, March 11 at 2 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, 3701 Conduit Road, Colonial Heights, Va. |
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MEAGHER, Evelyn Pond (1920-2009), a native of Richmond, died Saturday, February 28, at her childhood home. She was 88 years old. She is survived by her son, James L. "Jimmy" Warner of Richmond; and two grandchildren, Aleta Steiner and John Warner of Boston, Mass. A graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and the Smithdale-Massey Business College, Mrs. Meagher provided administrative support to the family business, Traveler's Aid Society, and to the office of the Dean of Virginia Commonwealth University's Evening College. Her hobbies included gardening, photography and making photo albums of family and friends, as well as her compelling and striking skyscapes. In her final days, Mrs. Meagher wished to convey to her friends, neighbors, fellow graduates and colleagues what a beautiful life she had because of them, and how they inspired her to make the best of every day. There will be a private ceremony in Richmond. In lieu of flowers or donations, the deceased asked that you instead remember her in a skyward glance, and in that areal fantasy that you find the child inside you, still growing, searching for a color-filled scene you will never quite forget. Please go to www.shockoereader.com for more information. |
Luva Jane Dalton Melton, 67, of Max Meadows died Thursday, March 5, 2009, at her residence. Funeral service will be held Monday, March 9, at 1 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Earl Hank officiating. Interment will be in West End Cemetery. She was born May 25, 1941, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Hobart and Minnie Simpson Dalton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Lee Melton; three grandchildren, Mark Anthony Wilhite, Samantha Dawn Wilhite and Hunter Ray Melton; a brother, Edd Dalton; and a sister, Hazel Dalton. Survivors include three daughters, Doris Wilhite of Max Meadows, Patricia Peters of Max Meadows and Marie Melton of Wytheville; three sons and daughters-in-law, David and Tracy Wilhite of Max Meadows, Eddie and Melony Wilhite of Austinville, Allen and Audrey Melton of Max Meadows; two brothers and sisters-in-law, James D. Darlene Dalton of Austinville, Guy and Janice Dalton of Austinville; two sisters, Louise Walters of Wytheville and Wanda Sparks of Elkton, Md.; a sister-in-law, Elsie Dalton of Elkton, Md.; 18 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Sunday, March 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Home. Reese Funeral Home in Austinville is in charge of the arrangements. |
s. Condolences may be sent to the family at, . Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel, Winston-Salem, N.C., 336-765-8181., Charities |
Carol Morehead, 71, of Wytheville died Tuesday, March 3, 2009. Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 7, at 11 a.m. at West End United Methodist Church with the Rev. Randy Morris officiating. Interment will be in West End Cemetery. She was born Dec. 23, 1937, in Wytheville, daughter of the late James and Elsie Caudle Pickett. She attended West End United Methodist Church. She worked at the law firm of Campbell, Young and Hodges for 20 years and another 28 years in the same office for the law firm of Trenton G. Crewe Jr. She is survived by her husband, James Rolen "J.R." Morehead of the home; a brother, Larry Pickett of Northern Virginia; six brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Frank and Virginia Morehead of Bland, Gilbert and Ola Morehead of Bland, Frances M. Crockett of Wytheville, Paul D. Morehead of Bland, Opal and Jim Strouse of Fairfax; and many other relatives and friends. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
MORRIS, Mrs. Delores Georgiann, age 60, of Powhatan, Va., departed this life on Monday, March 2, 2009 in Powhatan. She is survived by her husband, Earl Morris Sr.; a son, Earl Morris Jr.; two daughters, Joann Casanga (Victor) and Jessica Morris; two grandchildren, Mariah Nicole Casanga and Joshua Manuel Casanga; two sisters, Elizabeth Howell (William) and Margaret Bracket (Forrest); one sister-in-law, six brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Her remains rest at Marian Gray Thomas Funeral Home of Cumberland. Funeral services will be held Monday, 1 p.m. at Little Zion Baptist Church, Powhatan. Dr. Gregory L. Beechaum, pastor, officiating. Interment in the Bradley Family Cemetery, Cartersville. |
MOTLEY, Mrs. Catherine, of Richmond, departed this life March 2, 2009. She is survived by her devoted husband, Frank Motley Sr.; three daughters, Carolyn Watkins, Elaine Motley and Andrea White; one son, Frank Motley Jr; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Thomas and Lottie Johnson; two brothers Richard Foster Jr. and Junius Foster; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; one daughter-in-law, Tina Motley; one son-in-law, Jerome White; five sisters-in- law, Gladys and Lillian Motley, Georgia, Lucille and Lillie Foster; three brothers-in-law, Aubrey Motley Jr., Willie Trent Jr. and Douglas Johnson; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where the family will receive friends from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Funeral services will be held Monday, 1 p.m. at Rocky Mount Baptist Church, Cumberland, Virginia. Rev. Larry E. Smith, pastor, officiating. Interment Rocky Mount Baptist Church Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the church 12:45 p.m. Monday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com. |
s at Holy Trinity Chapel at Westminster Canterbury Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ocean Park Rescue in Virginia Beach or Westminster Canterbury Fellowship. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Charities |
NEWBY, Mrs. Katherine Sergeant, passed away on Thursday night, March 5, 2009, at Westminster Canterbury, in Virginia Beach. She was 95 years old. She is survived by two sons, William Edward Newby Jr. of Clearwater, Fla., John Scott Newby of Fayetteville, Ark.; and a brother, William T. Sergeant of Knoxville, Tenn. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Dr. William Edward Newby. Born on Christmas Day of 1913, Katherine was the daughter of David Sergeant and Floy Kratz of Richmond, Va. Katherine was educated in the public schools of Richmond and was graduated from Westhampton College at the University of Richmond. After a career as a professional educator, Katherine became a loving and dedicated wife and mother. Katherine was a member of The Colonial Dames of the 17th Century, Daughters of the American Revolution and Founders of Manakin in The Colony of Virginia. She was also a member of the Princess Anne Country Club and the Country Club of Virginia. Katherine belonged to Galilee Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach. All who knew her loved her. Katherine valued each person she met. The family will greet friends at the reception following services at Holy Trinity Chapel, at Westminster Canterbury, on Wednesday, March 11, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ocean Park Rescue in Virginia Beach or Westminster Canterbury Fellowship. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hdoliver.com. |
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NIELSEN, Ned Norton passed away Thursday, March 6, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born December 9, 1921 in Dannebrog, Nebraska, he was a U.S. Air Force B-24 bomber pilot stationed with the 13th Bomb Group in the South Pacific during World War II. After military service, he attended the University of Richmond. Always a lover of cars and food, Mr. Nielsen began his career at J.B. Hughes Motor Company, and later owned the Hughes House Restaurant on Broad Street and Nielsen's 3 N Restaurant on Thalbro Street. He was part owner of Nielsen Motors in Fredericksburg, Va. which began as a Volkswagen dealership. Mr. Nielsen and his son, Ned, acquired the Audi franchise and later the Dodge franchise. Retiring to Hertford, N.C., he continued his involvement in civic and church activities, serving as treasurer of the Hertford United Methodist Church and a commuting board member of Covenant Woods (formerly Richmond Home for Ladies). An accomplished private pilot and avid skier, he was a founding member of the Richmond Ski Club along with life long friend, Edwin Estes. A great cook, he enjoyed hosting parties, large and small, in his homes in Hertford, N.C. and Richmond. Mr. Nielsen is survived by two sons, Ned (Sally) of Hilton Head, S.C., and Christopher of Orlando, Fla. He is also survived by his sister, Elaine Dalhgren of York, Nebraska, and three grandchildren, Ned N. Nielsen of Atlanta, and Robin Anne and Bardwell Nielsen of Orlando. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 9, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Hertford United Methodist Church, 200 Dobbs St., Hertford, N.C. 27944, Covenant Woods, 7090 Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 or the charity of your choice. |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for Norma Lea Mason Cumberledge, 83, of Martinsville, who died March 2, 2009, was held Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church of Martinsville. The Rev. Joseph G. Moore Jr. officiated. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were John Miller, M. Dayton Miller, J. Walter Miller, H. Bradford Miller, Stephen B. Westmoreland and Brian A. Westmoreland. Norris Funeral Services handled arrangements. |
Patrick Wayne "Pat" O'Steen, 51, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his mother, Wilda Killian O'Steen. He was a 1977 graduate of Colonial Heights High School. Pat was the owner of Signature Automotive. He is survived by his wife, Sandra O'Steen of Richmond; his father and step-mother, Thomas L. and Rose Blaha O'Steen; a brother, Daniel E. O'Steen of Colonial Heights; a sister, Wilda (Tink) Norwood of Juliette, Georgia; also nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2009 in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Interment private. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to the Colonial Heights Recreation Department, c/o Little League Baseball, P.O. Box 3401, Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
Charles Lee Palmer, 70, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Charities |
Lawrence Parson Sr. SURRY - Lawrence Parson Sr., 78, of the 100 block of Lebanon Road, died March 3, 2009. A funeral will be at noon in Cypress Baptist Church. Poole's Funeral Home is in charge. |
Carlton Duwayne Payne, 51, of Max Meadows died Wednesday, March 4, 2009. Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 7, at 1 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Chapel with the Revs. James Walker, Clayton Quesenberry, Kenneth Quesenberry and Andy Edmonds officiating. Interment will be in the Charity Cemetery. He was born Aug. 27, 1957, in Pulaski. He was a member of Pickett's Chapel Church of God. He was preceded in death by his mother, Iris Pickett Payne. Survivors include his father, Benjamin M. Payne of Max Meadows; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Brenda and Benny Copenhaver of Wytheville, Patricia Ann and Charles Spraker of Max Meadows; nieces, nephews and spouses, Steve and Amber Crockett, Kim and John Caudle, Mico Roach, Suzanne Crockett, Mahala Crockett and Dylan Spraker; great-nieces, Amber Caudle, Courtnie Caudle, Alexis Crockett, Elise Blevins and Catelin Crockett; and several special aunts, uncles and friends. Reese Funeral Home in Austinville is in charge of the arrangements. |
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PITCHFORD, Lenora B., departed this life March 3, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband, Rudolph Pitchford. She is survived by her sister, Lucy M. Baskerville; two brothers, James (Mary) and Willie Lambert; sister-in-law, Frances; brother-in-law, Bernard; nieces and nephews, among them, Daisy E. Wood; devoted cousin, Shirley Hewlett of Lawrenceville, Ga.; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Graveside services will be conducted Monday, 2:30 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery. Dr. Morris Henderson officiating. She was a member of 31st St. Baptist Church. |
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s will be at Oakey's Vinton Chapel at 10 a.m. Tuesday March 10, 2009. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday March 9, 2009 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. 540-982-2221, Charities |
The family of the late William "Dick" Price September 10, 1933 - February 23, 2009 Would like to thank all who extended sympathy and concern during the passing of their loved one. A special thank you to Lula and Terri Thornton, Robert Thornton, Maurice Barber, Jackson Gerst, Ashley and Malcolm Avery, Craig Stevens, Donna Giddens, Gina King, Ann and Yvette McInnis, Robert Heard, Deborah Frye, The Linyear, Spivey, and Flowers Family, Shirley, Sharmella Anderson, Kim Whitehurst, Tommy Graves, Robert Andrews, LaVera Tolentino, Shirley Whitaker (NSU), Hampton Univ. Alumni, Norfolk Sports Club and The Cosmopolitan, Charities |
s will be held Monday, March 9, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Roselawn Memorial Gardens, in Princeton, with the Rev. Michael Pugh officiating. Friends may call Monday, March 9, 2009, from noon until 12:30 p.m. at the Dudley Memorial Mortuary in Bluefield, Va. Dudley Memorial Mortuary in Bluefield, Va. is serving the Pugh family., Charities |
Joyce C. Rakers, 71, of Colonial Heights, Va., passed away March 6, 2009, at VCU Health System, Thomas Palliative Care Unit. She was born in Prince George, Va., Nov. 4, 1937, to the late Joseph and Agnes Chudoba. She is survived by her husband Arthur and daughter Diane Tausig, her husband, William and granddaughters, Abigail Frances and Elisabeth Joyce. She was preceded in death by her brother, G. James Chudoba and is survived by her brothers Joseph, his wife, Emily, and Bernard, his wife Dorothy and a sister-in-law, Jean. Aunt Joyce was much loved by her many nephews and nieces. Joyce enjoyed playing bridge with her many friends, especially Mary Watson, Troy Buckley and Joann Houchins. Joyce was a volunteer with John Randolph Hospital Auxiliary, and made many a flower arrangement for the gift shop. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 pm on Monday, March 9, 2009, at the Church of the Sacred Heart, a wake service will follow at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at the church. In lieu of flowers, which she loved, remembrances can be made to the Building Fund, Church of the Sacred Heart, 9300 Community Lane, Petersburg, VA 23805 or Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service where condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
and time of remembrance and reflection. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Charities |
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Mar 8, 2009 Ravis Ray Keene, 41, of Stuart, died Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born Dec. 31, 1967, in Henry County to Curtis Ray Keene of Woolwine and Dora Wagoner Keene of Stuart. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Davis Blaine Keene. He was a member of True Gospel Holiness Church. He worked for Better Building Supply and SunTrust Bank. Surviving, in addition to his his parents, are his wife, Judy Reynolds Keene of Stuart; a daughter, Kristen Keene of Ararat; a brother, Kenneth Keene of Reidsville, N.C.; and one niece and one nephew. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Revs. Gary Combs, Wayne Moore and Willie Reynolds officiating. Burial will be in Patrick Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour before the service and other times at the home of his grandmother at 786 Providence Drive, Patrick Springs. Memorials may be made to the Jeb Stuart Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 340, Patrick Springs, Va. 24133. |
Sgt. Jeffrey Reed, 23, of Chesterfield, Va., left this earth on March 2, 2009 while serving in Iraq. He was a member of the 411th MP CO out of Fort Hood, Texas. Jeffrey was a 2004 graduate of L.C. Bird High School. He loved his family and the Philadelphia Flyers. Jeffrey was proud to be a soldier. He is survived by his wife, Ashley Robbins Reed; parents, Mark and Mary Reed; sister, Cynthia Reed; brother, Sgt. Christopher Reed; grandmother, Ruth Russell Manus; uncles, George Reed, T.G. Manus and wife, Margie, Bobby Manus and wife, Jenny; father-in-law, Michael Robbins and wife, Cathy and children; mother-in-law, Patricia Davis and husband, Jeffery and children; grandmother-in-law, Louise Robbins; and many other relatives, friends and fellow soldiers. The family will receive friends at the Chesterfield chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Monday, March 9, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Jeffrey Reed Memorial Scholarship Fund, which can be sent to P.O. Box 55, Chesterfield, VA 23832. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com |
s will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2009, at Gardner Funeral Home with the Rev. Jimmy Cannaday and the Rev. Richard Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Beaver Creek Cemetery with the Rev. Robert Blackwell. Friends may call after 8:30 a.m. on Sunday at Gardner Funeral Home, where the family will be from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd., Charities |
REED, Sgt. Jeffrey, 23, of Chesterfield, Va., left this earth on March 2, 2009, while serving in Iraq. He was a member of the 411th MP CO out of Fort Hood, Texas. Jeffrey was a 2004 graduate of L.C. Bird High School. He loved his family and the Philadelphia Flyers. Jeffrey was proud to be a soldier. He is survived by his wife, Ashley Robbins Reed; parents, Mark and Mary Reed; sister, Cynthia Reed; brother, Sgt. Christopher Reed; grandmother, Ruth Russell Manus; uncles, George Reed, T.G. Manus and wife, Margie, Bobby Manus and wife, Jenny; father-in-law, Michael Robbins and wife, Cathy and children; mother-in-law, Patricia Davis and husband, Jeffery, and children; grandmother-in-law, Louise Robbins; and many other relatives, friends and fellow soldiers. The family will receive friends at the Chesterfield chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Monday, March 9, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Jeffrey Reed Memorial Scholarship Fund, which can be sent to P.O. Box 55, Chesterfield, Va. 23832. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
In Loving Memory of Ralph L. REYNOLDS Husband, Daddy & Poppie, This is your 1st Birthday in Heaven. You are always in our thoughts and Forever in our hearts. We love and miss you more than words can say., Happy Birthday, with all our love,, Phyllis, Teresa & Richard,, Kay & Scott, Travis & Nakisha, Jessie & Dave, Richie,, Amber, Andrew & Frog, Charities |
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Violet M. Rippy CHESAPEAKE - Violet M. Rippy of the 1300 block of Bunker Ridge Arch passed away March 6, 2009, in Chesapeake. A native of Force, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ann Shadick. She was a member of St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. Mrs. Rippy is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Richard J. Rippy; four daughters, Joy A. Henn and Kathleen M. Roller, both of Virginia Beach, Tami J. Rippy of Pittsburgh and Beth A. Colorito and husband Lawrence of Chesapeake; a brother, Raymond Shadick; and four grandchildren, Richard Roller and Mandy Roller of Virginia Beach and Matthew Colorito and Cassie Colorito of Chesapeake. She was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Shadick Jr. A Mass of the Resurrection will be conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church with the Rev. Father Cristiano Brito, O.S.B. officiating. The burial will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the American Lung Association, 5349 E. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23502. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
will be held at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, Monday, March 9, 2009, at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Eric Spano officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Roanoke County. In lieu of flowers, Jean requested donations be made to the Mt. Pleasant Rescue Squad, 2909 Jae Valley Road, Roanoke, Va. 24014 or Vinton Eastern Star Chapter # 136, P.O. Box 471, Vinton, Va. 24179. An Eastern Star Service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Sunday and a time of visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
Raymond Roenker Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Raymond Anthony "Popeye" Roenker Sr., 77, went on to be with the Lord March 5, 2009. Born June 14, 1931, in Covington, Ky., he is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Patricia L. Roenker. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Raymond Jr. and wife Michele, Joseph and wife Jill, daughter Patty, Timmy and wife Donna, James and wife Becky, Paul and wife Susan, Steven and wife Lynn and daughter-in-law, Karen Roenker. He is also survived by 28 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his 100-year old mother, Marian Roenker of Fort Thomas, Ky.; his sister, Patsy Vinson; and his sisters-in-law, Mary Rumsey, Donna Roenker and Carmen Roenker. After 30 years in the Navy, he retired as a chief petty officer. His favorite times were spent with his children and grandchildren and especially the weekly Roenker Roundtable meetings. He loved baseball, working on cars, music, fishing, shopping, gardening, picnics and being named the No. 1 "steak griller." He will be best remembered for his love of the Lord and the love of his family. His love and inspiration will live on in all of us. Popeye, we will always love you and we miss you. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in Kellum Funeral Home, Rosewood Chapel. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with burial following in Rosewood Memorial Park. You may offer condolences to the family at www.mem.com., Charities |
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James Herbert Rosenbaum Sr., 71, of Wytheville died Sunday, March 1, 2009. Funeral service was held Tuesday, March 3, at 1 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Home with the Rev. Geary Jonas officiating. Interment was in the Bethany Lutheran Cemetery. He was born June 15, 1937, in Wythe County, son of the late Robert S. and Ethel Virginia Copeland Rosenbaum. He was retired from the construction industry. He was preceded in death by his wife, Penny Maxwell Rosenbaum; a sister, Ruby Lee Rosenbaum Groseclose; and a brother, Harry Luther Rosenbaum. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, James Jr. and Kelly Rosenbaum, David "Jackie" and Missy Rosenbaum, all of Wytheville; four grandchildren, Chase Rosenbaum, Brock Rosenbaum, Grant Rosenbaum and Grady Rosenbaum, all of Wytheville; a sister and brother-in-law, Phyllis and Roger Rutherford of Rural Retreat; and seven brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Brigette Rosenbaum of Rocky Mount, Howard and Joann Rosenbaum of Kernersville, N.C., Freddie and Daphne Rosenbaum of Cripple Creek, Larry Rosenbaum of Wytheville, Allen Rosenbaum of Wytheville, Eugene Rosenbaum of Cripple Creek and Dwight Rosenbaum of Wytheville. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday March 13, in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. There will be no public viewing. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice in Mrs. Rosensteel's name., Charities |
ROYSTER, William Randolph "Randy," one of God's very special angels, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2009 at Ashwood Assisted Living (formerly Rest Haven Manor) where he resided for almost five years. Whenever asked why he liked living there, he would round out his arms and in his way say, everything. Randy loved everyone and always had a smile on his face. He never complained and enjoyed every day to the fullest, especially Christmas and his birthday. Randy was born on June 6, 1939 in Winchester, Va. He lived in Goochland County from 1945 until 1981, when he moved to the Peninsula. Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn and Myers Royster. He is survived by his sister and guardian, Anne Gunther; brother-in-law, Karl; one aunt, Anna Coffman of New Market, Va.; and dear cousins and friends. He will be missed terribly by his sister, who made him her number on priority and loved him dearly. His favorite hymn was Jesus Loves Me and everyone who knew Randy knew Jesus did love him. A graveside service conducted by Reverend Richard Woodall will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at 1 p.m., at Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Special Olympics. Friends are encouraged to visit www.MeM.com to share words of comfort with the family. Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, Va. 23666. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2009, at Oakey's Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Scott Gabrielson officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities |
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Mar 8, 2009 The funeral for Ruth Elizabeth Ellis, 57, of Fieldale, who died March 1, 2009, was held Friday at Bassett Funeral Service. The Rev. James Matthew Akridge officiated. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Tim Welch, Kevin Ellis, Morris Hairston, Neil Trotter, Calvin Preston and Dontae Via. |
Scott Salland VIRGINIA BEACH - Scott Salland, 50, of Waikoloa, Hawaii, and formerly of Wildwood Drive, Virginia Beach, died Feb. 7, 2009. He was born in Philadelphia Jan. 27, 1959. Scott was a hotel and food manager in the hospitality industry. Scott loved surfing. He is survived by his mother, Connie Salland; his brother, Steven Salland, both of Virginia Beach; and his beloved cats. Donations may be made to Eastern Shore Chapel in Virginia Beach or to one's favorite pet charity., Charities |
Frederick Keith Sayers, 48, died on Sunday, March 1, 2009 in Marion. He was born in Smyth County on Nov. 27, 1960. He was preceded in death by a brother, Gregory D. Sayers, and his grandparents, Fred and Minnie Mathena. Survivors include his mother, Nancy Mathena Sayers; one sister, Beverly S. Lee; three daughters, Heather R. Sayers of Marion, Amber D. Mitchell and husband, Johnny, of Troutman, N.C., and Mista N. Hawthorne of Glade Spring; one granddaughter, Cheyanne Mitchell; a special aunt and uncle, Michael and Deidra Mathena of Chilhowie; aunt and uncle, Betty and J.C. Henderson, Hodgensville, Ky.; special nieces, Tara A. Lee and Madelene B. Litton; and special friend, Thelma Rouse. A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, at Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mike Sage officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 12 until 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion is in charge of arrangements. |
Laila Rae Serpe VIRGINIA BEACH - Laila Rae Serpe, 12, died March 5, 2009, at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville. Laila was skiing with her family and left this world doing something that brought her great joy. Laila was a brilliant student at Cape Henry Collegiate School where she was much loved by her friends and faculty. She was a talented pianist, vocalist, figure skater, surfer, swimmer, athlete, artist and actress. She deeply loved her two black labs, and all of God's animals. She and her family belong to the Holy Family Catholic Church in Virginia Beach. Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Richard and Linda Serpe of Virginia Beach; her brothers, Sal, Max and Rex Serpe; her grandparents, Dr. Salvatore and Dorothy Serpe of Massapequa, N.Y., Helen Robichaud of China Grove, N.C.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She is also survived by countless friends. Laila's gift of her organs is saving the lives of other very lucky children. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Holy Family Catholic Church in Virginia Beach with Father Thomas J. Quinlan officiating. Burial will follow the Mass at Princess Anne Memorial Park. A Christian wake will be held today at 3 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to support organ donation at LifeNet Health Foundation, 1864 Concert Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23453 or to Hope for Life Rescue, 610 Jack Rabbit Road No. 1, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities |
SEWARD, Mr.Philip Alexander, 62, a native of Surry County died February 24, 2009, at Beth Sholom Home. Mr. Seward attended Virginia Tech, graduated from VCU, and was an accountant before a disability ended his career. He was the son of the late R. E. Seward Sr. of Elberon. Survivors include his mother, Elma J. Seward; two brothers; a sister; two sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; and three nieces. A memorial service will be held March 14, 2009, at 3 p.m. at Surry Baptist Church in Surry. |
is being held at Maberry Funeral Home Chapel at 1 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2009. There will be a private family burial at Jacksonville Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at, . Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Charities |
Luther Coleman Shuler, 61, of Wytheville died Monday, March 2, 2009. Funeral service will be held Sunday, March 8, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church with the Rev. Joe Mack Taylor officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. He was preceded in death by his father, Dean Shuler; maternal grandparents, Luther and Pearl Umberger; grandchild, Jackson Shuler; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Claude and Gladys Burress; and paternal grandparents, Stephen and Susan Shuler. Survivors include his best friend of 43 years, Donna Burress Shuler of Wytheville; three daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and Brent Williams of Christiansburg, Sherry Shuler and fiancée, Darryl Moser of Christiansburg, Stefanie and Thad Taylor of Rural Retreat; a son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Kimberley Shuler of Rural Retreat; 15 grandchildren, Benjamin Williams, Grant Williams, Brittle Williams, Shuler Williams, Jody Shuler, Jacob Shuler, Jennah Shuler, Julianna Shuler, Joshua Hyre, Kelli Hyre, Alex Moser, Ryan Moser, Marshall Taylor, Emily Taylor and Elijah Taylor; and former son-in-law, Jeff Hyre of Winchester. The family will receive friends Saturday, March 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Ella Mae Perkins "Maw" Slemp, 94, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009 at Francis Marion Manor Nursing Home in Marion. She was born on June 20, 1914 in Grayson County to the late James Monroe and Della Hash Perkins. She was a member of Marion Baptist Church. She was a retired employee of the Southwestern State Hospital. She was a loving, wonderful mother and grandmother. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her former husband, Roy O. Slemp, four brothers, Carl, Grover, Guy, and Wayne Perkins, and three sisters, Ethel Harrington, Faye Noonkester, and Stella Griffin. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Mavis and Roland Williams of Marion; one son and daughter-in-law, Harold and Betty Ann Slemp of Marion; two sisters, Annie Lee Cornett of Independence, and Virginia Anderson of Rising Sun, Md.; two brothers, John J. Perkins of Marion and Virginia and Ted Perkins of Stewartstown, Penn.; four grandchildren, Chris and David Slemp, Amy Walker and husband, Pat, Jennifer Yuhasz DeBow and husband, Keith; seven great-grandchildren, Thomas, Jacob, Noah, and Emma Walker, and Merrideth, Megan, and Max DeBow; three step-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren; and a special friend and roommate, Stellena Slemp Poe, and lifelong friend, Josephine Blankenbeckler. Funeral services were conducted on Sunday, March 1, at 6 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with Dr. Mark Ross officiating. Private burial was held in Rose Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Jonathan Jonas officiating. The family received friends Sunday evening following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations be made to Marion Baptist Church where Ella Mae was a long-time, faithful member (1258 North Main Street, Marion, VA 24354) in honor of their beloved mother or to the Marion Life Saving Crew (P.O. Box 784, Marion, VA 24354). Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown.com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
Edgar J. Smith, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2009. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 366-0707., Charities |
J. Thomas Smith CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. - J. Thomas "Boo" Smith, 69, formerly of Portsmouth, died March 5, 2009. He was a son of the late Clifford Vincent and Helen Denning Smith. He is survived by his loving wife, Carole L. Smith; two sons, Matthew Thomas Smith and Mark Vincent Smith; six grandchildren; one brother, William H. Smith; and two sisters, Helen S. Nelson and Cynthia S. Pauler. Memorial contributions may be made to John Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, c/o Dr. Luis Diaz, Suite 234, 100 North Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Condolences may be expressed at, Charities |
James (Roscoe) Smith, age 75 of Pounding Mill, Va., passed away Sun., March 1, 2009, at his home. Born Aug. 15, 1933, in Richlands, Va., he was the son of the late Theodore "Ted" Smith and Sarah Gladys Elswick Smith. He was a 1952 graduate of Richlands High School and was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Roscoe retired as a federal mine inspector from Mine Safety Health Administration. He was a member of Claypool Hill Bible Church. Roscoe was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step mother, Anna Lee Arms Smith; and his mother-in-law, Carmie Ward. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Velma Ward Smith; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Elsie and Richard Shortridge of Steelesburg; one niece, Pam Sparks and husband, Frank, of Bristol; one nephew, Jeffrey Shortridge and wife, Tammy, of Hickory, N.C.; two great nieces, Anna and Londyn Shortridge; three great nephews, Alex Compton, Austin Sparks and Paul Shortridge; one great-great nephew, Christian Compton; special friends, Kenneth and Billie Anne Trent and Noah, Judy and Helen Phipps; special caregiver, Barbara Baxter and Legacy Hospice. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wed., March 4, 2009 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Rev. Carl Tegeler, Rev. Delmer Somoskey and Rev. Steve Tegeler officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Jeffrey Shortridge, Paul Shortridge, Frank Sparks, Austin Sparks, Shawn Cole, L.C. Phipps, Richard Cole and Jason Osborne. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Shortridge, Kenneth Trent, Noah Phipps, Jim Ward, Ted Horn, Phillip Dales, Bob Lester, Wayne Lester, Bill McReynolds, Dennis Hamm, Artie Herndon and members of Claypool Hill Bible Church. Military graveside rites will be conducted by Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Tues., March 3, at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Claypool Hill Bible Church, 1333 Pounding Mill Branch Rd., Pounding Mill, VA 24637 or Legacy Hospice, 1963 Second Street, Richlands, VA 24641. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Smith family. |
. Memorial donations may be made to Monumental United Methodist Church, 450 Dinwiddie St., Portsmouth, VA 23703. Condolences may be posted at, Charities |
Douglas A. Stewart, 66, passed away on March 7, 2009 at his home. Although residing in New Jersey for many years, he called Christiansburg, Va. home for the last 21 years. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Hedda Stewart. Together they enjoyed their four children, Donna Stewart (already in heaven), Dawn Wade, Bart Stewart and Kori Stewart along with six grandchildren. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Daniel Kelly, Dr. R. Brown and Pulaski Medi-Home Hospice for their dedicated care and prayers. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at the family home. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg., Charities |
Charles J. Stiles, 56, of Rocky Mount, Va., died at home in the arms of his wife on March 5, 2009. Charles, known as Charlie to those who knew and loved him, could often be found in his garage ready to talk "racing." He had a passion for race car parts and building stock cars. Charlie leaves behind his wife and adoring fan Shirley, who has been blessed to have shared a life with him for 36 years; his eldest son, Joshua Stiles, who resides in Florida; his youngest son, Seth Stiles and daughter-in-law, Tara, and granddaughter, Saige who live in Las Vegas, Nev.; an adoring mother-in-law, (Ma) Barbara Fontaine, of Florida; and a brother and his wife, Bill and Marilyn Titone, in Connecticut. Charlie lost his battle with cancer and the family would like to thank the Carilion Hospice Team for their support during a very difficult time. Charlie's wife and sons have been blessed by the support of good friends throughout Rocky Mount and FCHS "family" for helping them cope with their loss. The family will be celebrating the life of Charlie on Saturday, March 14, 2009, at their home in Rocky Mount, Va., from 1 to 5 p.m. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835, Charities |
STRAFFIN, Eleanor Whitehead, born March 16, 1916, passed away February 28, 2009. Born in Richmond, Eleanor attended Westhampton College and graduated from Radcliffe College in 1936, majoring in history, government and economics. She married Philip Straffin in 1938, and raised her family with love and skill in Scarsdale, N.Y. In 1974, Eleanor returned to Richmond to care for her mother. Passionate about history and the arts, she was an accomplished genealogist and supported the Virginia Historical Society, and many other civic institutions. She traveled to Europe on several tours sponsored by the University of Richmond. Eleanor moved to Tucson, Arizona in 2004 and lived in the Mountain View Retirement Village, where she is fondly remembered by residents and staff. Preceded in death by her husband and one son, Edwin Straffin, Eleanor lives on in the hearts of family and friends including her children and spouses, Philip and Judy Straffin of Longmont, Colorado, Anne and David Hall of Seattle, Wash., and Mary and Jack Horner of Tuscon, Ariz.; grandsons, Ethan Straffin, David and Jonathan Hall, Jason and Philip Horner; and great-grandsons, Bryce and Parker Hall. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the Virginia Historical Society or the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities. |
In Loving Memory of Lewis STUMP 11/25/1957 3/5/2004, Five years in Heaven..., We all miss you and think of you often. We love you very much!, Kayla, Amber, Lynette, Beverly & Fredy, Charities |
Henry B. Sudduth Sr. HAMPTON - The Rev. Henry Barker Sudduth Sr., 81, died March 6, 2009. Born in Birmingham, Ala., he was a graduate of Randolph-Macon College and earned his Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Sarah C. Sudduth; three sons and their spouses, Henry B. Jr. and Maureen Sudduth of Portsmouth, Charles B. Sudduth of Ellicott City, Md., and Barry R. and Mary Sudduth of Oldhams; two sisters, Virginia Hill and Pauline Roach, both of Florence, Ala.; and seven grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in First United Methodist Church, Fox Hill, Hampton. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery, Hampton. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Monday in R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, downtown Hampton., Charities |
SUDDUTH, Rev. Henry Barker Sr., 81, died Friday, March 6, 2009. Born in Birmingham, Ala., he was a graduate of Randolph Macon College and earned his Masters of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Sarah C. Sudduth; three sons and their spouses, Henry B. Jr. and Maureen Sudduth of Portsmouth, Charles B. Sudduth of Ellicott City, Md. and Barry R. and Mary Sudduth of Oldhams; two sisters, Virginia Hill and Pauline Roach, both of Florence, Ala.; and seven grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in First United Methodist Church, Fox Hill, Hampton. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery, Hampton. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Monday in R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, downtown Hampton. |
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THACKER, Vernon G. III, 64, of Mechanicsville, lit up the heavens with his incredible loving spirit on Tuesday, March 3, 2009. He is survived by his devoted wife, Rose; daughter, Stephany; son, Chris and wife, Kim; one granddaughter, Madison; brothers, Glenn and wife, Patsy, Herbert (Stinky) and his wife, Hazel; sisters, Penny Otey and her husband, Sam, Judy Jefferson and her husband, Sonny; mother-in-law, Aniela Wisniewski; sister-in-law, Barbara Wisniewski; and brother-in-law, Henry Wisniewski; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; Melvin Hermann, Service Electrical business partner of 34 years; cherished friends, Bryan and Missy Martin, Sonny and Annie Johnson, and so many more. There will be a celebration of his life on Monday, March 9, at 2 p.m. at the West End Assembly of God, 401 N. Parham Road. In lieu of flowers, please help someone in need or donate to your favorite charity. |
Lewis Preston Thomas, 92, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2009. He was born in Roanoke County (Elliston/Lafayette), Va., on November 24, 1916. Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie King Bass Thomas. Surviving are his sons and daughters-in-law, Lewis Preston Thomas Jr. and wife, Katherine W. Thomas, and Horace Bass Thomas and wife, Margaret B. Thomas; five grandchildren, Lewis Thomas III, Joshua Thomas, Seddon Thomas, Horace Thomas Jr., and Andrew Thomas; and a brother, Joe C. Thomas., Mr. Thomas had been a member of Calvary Baptist Church earlier, and more recently at Second Presbyterian Church. He was a 1933 graduate of Salem High School, and a 1937 graduate of Roanoke College. He furthered his education at VBA Banking School at the University of Virginia, and at Rutgers Graduate School of Banking in 1952. He was also a graduate of the Harvard Graduate School of Business in their Advanced Management Program in 1961., Mr. Thomas was a United States Army Air Corp. Veteran of World War II attaining the rank of !st. Lieutenant, serving as a Flight Instructor, and later as a Transport Pilot in the Pacific Theatre., Mr. Thomas retired as the Chairman of the Board at Bank of VirginiaRoanoke Valley, where he was also in charge of supervision of all banking functions in the mid state region. He also served as Director and Secretary-Treasurer of Thomas Brothers, Inc., Salem Ready Mix Concrete Inc., and Salem Foundations, Inc. He was a Trustee at Fork Union Military Academy, a former Board Member of the YMCA, the Roanoke Symphony Society, Roanoke City School Board, Roanoke Merchants Association, Roanoke Valley Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, and the Virginia Association of Mental Health. Further activities included being a former President of the Blue Ridge Council-Boy Scouts of America, Roanoke Business Men's Club, former Board Member and Treasurer of the Roanoke County Chapter of the American National Red Cross, Roanoke City-County Unit of the American Cancer Society and the Roanoke Area TB Association and a former member and Vice President of the Roanoke Lion's Club. Mr. Thomas had also served as Chairman of the United Way Fund of the Roanoke Valley and he was also a Director of the Appalachian National Life Insurance Company., s will be conducted noon on Monday, March 9, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Avenue. L. Gerald Carter will officiate. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2009. Flowers would be appreciated or memorials may be made to the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Boy Scouts of America. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Charities |
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TOLER, Mrs. Bessie Jane Robinson, formerly of Jetersville, departed this life on March 1, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Percy R. Toler Jr.; one daughter, Lynda Toler; five sons, Ralph (Valerie), Vance, Percy III (Barbara), Andrew (Barbara) and Lynwood Toler; one sister, Daisy Johnson; one brother, George L. Robinson; a host of grand and great-grandchildren, among them devoted grandchildren, Dietrich, Kevin and Chuntillia; one aunt, Rose Saunders; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, among them a devoted cousin, Lola Matthews; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets, where funeral services will be held on Monday, March 9, 1 p.m. Rev. Dorothy Bruce officiating. Interment in Maury Cemetery. |
David H. (Fish) Trout, 66, of Roanoke, Va., a loving husband, proud and devoted daddy, granddaddy, and a friend to many, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 5, 2009. He was at home surrounded by his family. Born August 25, 1942, Roanoke, Va., he was the son of the late H. David Trout and Melva Bowman Trout of Roanoke. David is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Ginny Anderton Trout; two daughters, Melinda Trout Kantor and Terryee Lee Trout, both of Roanoke; and one son, David Jason Trout and wife Lenore of Roanoke; five grandchildren, Jordan and Madison Kantor, Noah, Abigail, and Jonah Trout of Roanoke; son-in-law, Gary Kantor of Hardy, Va.; sister, Tracy Huffman and husband Jim of Greensboro, Ga., and their son, Jim Huffman, of Covington, Ga.; brother, Edward Trout and wife, Debbie of Vinton, and their son, Zack Trout of Roanoke; other numerous nieces and nephews; "adopted" daughters, Tanti Rowland of Fredericksburg, Va. and Lindsay Stutsman of Pinehurst, N.C.; special friends, Phil and Patrick Randolph of Roanoke., David attended William Fleming High School and graduated from Hargrave Military Academy. He also attended Ferrum College and the University of Virginia Cooperative Extension. He was a builder by trade. David was a lifelong member of Central Church of the Brethren., Favorite pastimes included spending time with family, vacationing at the beach, fishing, woodworking, and tending to his vegetable garden. David was always willing to extend a helping hand. His master carpenter skills allowed him to build many custom homes, including the one his family lived in on Windy Gap Mountain for over 20 years. He was skilled not only in carpentry, but in all aspects of construction. David was a kind, hardworking man. He taught his children to be devoted hard workers. He was a gentle giant. He was a soft spoken, yet a wonderfully humorous man. David was the proud owner of The Break Wind Inn., s and a celebration of David's life will be conducted at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, Monday, March 9, 2009 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Darren Potter officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. The family extends its most sincere gratitude to family, friends, and Good Samaritan Hospice for their loving support. Those wishing to make a contribution in David's memory, please consider Good Samaritan Hospice 2408 Electric Road, SW Roanoke, Va., 24018 The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 8, 2009 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, (540) 982-2100., Charities |
Mary Jane Tuggle, 71, of Rural Retreat died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. Funeral service was held Sunday, March 1, at 7 p.m. at the Lindsey Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jerry Bell officiating. A graveside memorial service was held Monday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at Rosewood Memorial Gardens. She was born June 16, 1937, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Henry Hess and Lucy Jane Shrader Gordon. She was preceded in death by five sisters, Betty G. Wynn, Josie A. Gordon, Carrie Poe, Mary Gordon and Lizzie Luttrell. Survivors include a daughter, Deborah A. Vaught of the home; a son, William Curtis "Billy" Tuggle of Speedwell; four grandchildren, Amanda Vaught, Anthony Vaught, William Curtis "Little Bill" Tuggle Jr. and Jacye Tuggle; three grandchildren, Katie Goodson, Timothy Goodson and Hunter Vaught; a sister, Helena Sharrar of Harpers Ferry, W.Va.; three brothers, Douglas Gordon, Danny Gordon and Lacy Gordon, all of Rural Retreat; best friend, Pauline Gordon; special friends, Kathy Jones, Johnny Tuggle, Lindsay Howard and Timmy Goodson; and several nieces and nephews. Lindsey Funeral Home in Rural Retreat was in charge of the arrangements. |
Brandon K. Turner ZUNI - Brandon Keith Turner, 20, of Seacock Road, died March 6, 2009. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Mount Nebo Baptist Church. Poole's Funeral Home is in charge. |
Harry Lee Tyler, 77, of Polk City, Fla. and formerly of Bedford County, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009. Funeral Monday at 11 a.m. at the Updike Funeral Chapel. Visitation today from 3 to 6 p.m. today at Updike Funeral Home, Bedford., Charities |
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Denver Vance, age 46 of Tazewell, Va., died Sat., Feb. 21, 2009 at his home. Born July 2, 1962 at Buchanan County, Va., he was a son of the late Phillip and Mary Boyd Vance. He was a self proclaimed mountain man who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding four-wheelers. Mr. Vance was a man who loved motorcycles and fixing cars; with Denver, what you saw is what you got. He was of the Methodist faith. Denver will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, David Vance, Marvin Vance, Robert Vance, and his twin brother, Douglas Vance; one sister, Carmel Vance; one nephew, Mark Vance, who was a police officer with the Bristol Tennessee Police Department. Survivors include his wife, Wilma Vance; two sisters, Victoria Compton and husband, Raymond, of King George, Va., and Mary Lou Coleman and husband, Bennie, of Lynchburg, Va.; four brothers, Melvin Vance and wife, Mary Jane, of Mendota, Va., Daniel Vance of Federal Way, Wash., Phillip Vance, Jr. and wife, Diane, of Rowe, Va., and Ronnie Vance and wife, Esma, of Battleground, Wash.; one sister-in-law, Karen Vance of Harland, Ky.; several nieces and nephews; other loving family members and many friends. Graveside funeral services for Denver Vance were conducted at 1:00 p.m. Fri., Feb. 27, 2009 at Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum #1 at Claypool Hill, Va., with the Rev. Kelvin Seabolt officiating. In honoring the wishes of Mr. Vance and his family, his body will be cremated. There was no visitation prior to the graveside service on Fri., Feb. 27, 2009. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home of Tazewell, Va., served the family of Mr. Vance, and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com. |
VRUGTMAN, Johannes, 93, of Midlothian, Va., died March 4, 2009. He was born January 15, 1916 in Deventer, Netherlands and immigrated to the U.S. in 1938, marrying Julia Kavelaars of Rotterdam, Netherlands on October 1, 1939 in Brooklyn, N.Y. He received his BA at Sophia University, Tokyo, Japan and an MBA at George Washington University, Washington, D.C. He worked in overseas shipping at Nederlandsch-Amerikaansche Stoomvaart Maatschappij (N.A.S.M.), now known as the Holland America Line. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1947, then entered the U.S. Civil Service, retiring in June 1976 as Senior Systems Analyst at the Department of Transportation, Fort Eustis, Va. Johannes was an avid collector, researcher, & historian of Netherlands stamps and postal history from the 16th century to modern times. He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Julia Kavelaars Vrugtman in 1999. He is survived by his son, John Anthony Vrugtman and his wife, Cindy of Hightown, Va.; his daughter, Gwen V. Bagley and her husband, John, of Providence Forge, Va.; his granddaughter, April Vrugtman and her husband, Tim Kiter, of Orlando, Fla.; and many family members in the U.S. and the Netherlands. The family wants to thank the staff and residents of Brandermill Woods Retirement Community, the staff at Johnston-Willis Neuroscience Wing and the staff at The Laurels of Bon Air for all their help and comfort. |
Mrs. Naomi Waits, 87, of Hampton Va., formerly of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service., Charities |
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WASHINGTON, Margaret M., of Glen Allen, Va., departed this life March 3, 2009. She is survived by her son, Harry Lee Washington; one granddaughter, Lisa Selah (Maalik); one great- granddaughter, Bria Carter, all of Richmond, Va.; two brothers-in-law, Edward and Walter Washington; three sisters-in-law, Dr. Ora, Florence Washington and Callie Ashford; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy. Ashland, Va. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 9, 2009, 1 p.m. at the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 12607 Verdon Rd. Doswell, Va. 23047. Interment church cemetery. |
Mary Frances Watkins, 79, of Troutville, Va., passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel., Charities |
WHEELER, Frank T. Jr., 57, of Mechanicsville, passed peacefully on March 6, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Debra Wheeler; two daughters, Kristy Wheeler and Julie Wheeler; son, Frank T. Wheeler III and his wife, Danielle; two grandsons, Cameron Wheeler and Malachi Morgan; brother, Randy Wheeler; and sister, Joyce Archenbronn. Frank will forever be remembered for his love for his family. He had a strong passion for fishing, the beach, and the ocean. The family would like to thank Hospice of Virginia for the compassionate care provided to them. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services will be held Monday at 1 p.m., with interment to follow in Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Virginia. |
Johnie L. White, 95, of Clinton, S.C., formerly of Dublin, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 4, at 2 p.m. at the Draper Valley Baptist Church with Pastor Wilfred Overton officiating. Interment will be in West End Cemetery, Wytheville. He was born Aug. 9, 1913, in Max Meadows, son of the late James Burton and Larmie Belle Thomas White. He was a member of the Draper Valley Baptist Church and was retired from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Ann Collins White; a great-granddaughter, Virginia Haddon; and several sisters and brothers. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and George Farris of Clinton, S.C.; a son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Duane and Ramona White of Greer, S.C.; six grandchildren and spouses, Steven and Elizabeth White, David and Rosemary White, Kelly and Jeff DeWitt, Alice and Joel Barnett, Laura and Lee Haddon and Rebekah Farris; eight great-grandchildren, Collins White, Emily White, Duane White, William White, Kayla DeWitt, Matthew DeWitt, Trey Haddon and Edith Haddon; a brother and two sisters-in-law, Walton Clinton and Daisy White of Max Meadows, and Beatrice White of Speedwell; a brother-in-law, Virgil Manuel of Graham, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be made to the Gideons or the Draper Valley Baptist Church. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Mr. Ronnie Lee Whited, age 55, of Swords Creek, Va., passed away Tues., Feb. 24, 2009 in a Richlands, Va., hospital following a sudden illness. He was born in Richlands, Va., and was the son of the late Luther W. and Daisy Plaster Whited. He was a lifelong resident of the Swords Creek, Va., area and was a Service Technician for Bucyrus America. He had worked for S&S Corporation, Ingersal Rand, and Long Airdox. He was a graduate of Honaker High School Class of 1972 and a graduate of SVCC Class of 1977. He was a member of the Fountain of Joy Church in Pounding Mill, Va., and loved to ride his motorcycle. Survivors are: his wife: Tina Marie Lawson Whited; three sons: David Whited and wife, Amanda, of Pounding Mill, Va., Matthew Whited of the home, Ronnie "R.J." Whited of the home; four sisters: Caffie West and husband, Jimmie, of Bristol, Va., Judy Plaster of Midland, Va., Greta Owens and husband, Glen, of Swords Creek, Va., Susie Flanner and husband, Larry, of Tazewell, Va.; three brothers: Doyle Whited and wife, Liz, of Shelby, Ohio, Roland Whited and wife, Pat, of Swords Creek, Va., Larry Whited and wife, Linda, of Swords Creek, Va.; two grandchildren: Sarah Whited and Emily Whited along with several special nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services for Ronnie Lee Whited were conducted Thurs., Feb. 26, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Va., with the Bishop Thomas McKnight, Pastor Judy McKnight, and Rev. Phillip Cook officiating. Interment followed at the Plaster Family Cemetery in Swords Creek, Va. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were: Bobby Mullins, Jimmy Cordle, Roy Lee Joyce, Larry Flanner, Jerry Hale, Jackie Ray, Tim Campbell, Glen Owens. Friends called after 6:00 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com. |
will be held Sunday, March 15, at 2 p.m. in Ghent United Methodist Church and a reception will follow at Harbor's Edge, One Colley Ave., Norfolk. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ghent United Methodist Church Organ Fund, 531 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk, VA 23507 or to the G. William and Jennette F. Whitehurst History Scholarship at Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements., Charities |
will be held Monday, March 9, 2009, 1 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Home, interment will follow in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Sunday 6 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. There will not be a repast held following the interment. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services., Charities |
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will be held 3:30 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2009, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church. The Rev. Msgr. Thomas G. Miller will officiate. Entombment will follow at the Chapel Mausoleum of Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities |
will be held Saturday, March 21, at 1 p.m. in Iglesia De Dios Ebenezer Church, Virginia Beach, with a reception to follow., Charities |
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