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Mary Ann Aldridge, 64, of Coal Grove, Ohio, died on Monday, July 6, 2009. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360., Make a memorial contribution |
Michael Amos NORFOLK - Michael Amos, "Bear Amos," of the 6600 block of Stoney Point, died July 2, 2009. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, in St. Stephens Church of God in Christ. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Home Chapel, Norfolk, is in charge. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Jeff Gardner officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lotz Salem Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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Dr. Charles Edward (Charlie) Aull, of Blacksburg, Va., died on July 4, 2009. Funeral Mass of the Resurrection 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Blacksburg. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Sandra Johnson Averette, of Takoma Park, Md., and formerly of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
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. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, from Boones Mill Church of the Brethren with Pastor Robert Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethlehem Church of the Brethren Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Boones Mill Church of the Brethren, 25366 Virgil H. Goode Highway, Boones Mill, Va. 24065. Her family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
Lynde D. Blair CHESAPEAKE - Lynde D. Blair, 78, passed away July 3, 2009. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. today in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Interment will follow with military honors in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Friends are invited to send condolences and to sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Maberry Funeral Home in Floyd, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
. She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Cynthia Keeling (Richard); one brother, Ernest Royal (Naomi); one nephew, Theodore Holmes; three grandsons, Corey Brooks (Linda), Richard Keeling III and Darious Keeling; one granddaughter, LaTanisha Keeling; four great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
James Cary Broughman, 53, of Vesuvius, Va., died Tuesday, July 7, 2009. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
for the procession to the chapel. The family will receive friends at the Brown residence, 1308 Links Court, Chesapeake. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at Franklin Memorial Park. His family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Mae Ann Brown was born in Darlington, S.C., on Feb. 24, 1954, to the late Ollie and Eva Mae Damon. On July 4, 2009, God sent his Angel to Johnston Willis Hospital, Richmond, Va., to carry his child home. Ann received her formal education through Darlington County Public Schools. Upon her graduating from Mayo High School, Ann joined the United States Army, which she served for 22 years before retiring in 1994 as sergeant major. While in the United States Army, Ann achieved several accomplishments for her work. Some of her most cherished accomplishments were being the first black female soldier to hold a first sergeant position and sergeant major position at Fort Lee. After retiring, she was employed at the Virginia Department of Child Support Enforcement and the Virginia Department of Veteran's Services. At an early age she was baptized and joined Union Baptist Church in Darlington, S.C. Years later she continued to serve the Lord at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of which she was a dedicated member and served on the Building Fund Committee and as a trustee. Ann was loved and respected by many. She leaves behind to cherish her memories, her loving and devoted husband of 28 years, Terry Brown of Prince George, Va.; two daughters, Cinnamon Brown of Prince George, Va., and Erica Pinkney-Ayot(Rafael) of Chesapeake, Va.; two brothers, Lee Ollie Damon of Charlotte, N.C., and Edward Damon (Elaine) of Darlington, S.C.; two sisters, Roina Love of Charlotte, N.C., and Magdalene Damon-Brown of Charlotte, N.C.; two brothers-in-law, Melvin Brown of Norfolk, Va., and Rodger Brown (Cynthia) of Chesapeake, Va.; a sister-in-law, Hameeda Brown-Stewart (Samuel) of Mt. Rainier, Md.; three grandchildren, Kayla Turner of Prince George, Va., Emani Pinkney and JaQuan Ayot, both of Chesapeake, Va.; special friends, David and Jackie Brown of Chester, Va., Ollie Booker of Chester, Va., Elizabeth Ann Pettis of Prince George, Va., Edward and Wanda Davis of Prince George, Va., John and Linda Jones of Prince George, Va., and Reginald and Janie Williams of Prince George, Va.; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins and many more special friends. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Prince George, with the Rev. F. Lamont Gooding officiating. The interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence one hour prior to the service. Funeral services have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. Please visit us at our Web site, www.blandenterprisesinc.com. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2009, at Harrison Funeral Chapel with Dr. Michael Wilkins officiating. Burial will follow in Stonewall Jackson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Rockbridge Area Relief Association, P.O. Box 640, Lexington, Va. 24450 or Manly Memorial Baptist Church, 202 S. Main St., Lexington, Va. 24450. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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Lillian V. Carson NORFOLK - Lillian Vlasis "Lily" Carson passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2009, in a local hospital. Born in Manhattan, New York City, she was the daughter of the late Jefferies Vlasis of Greece and Ida Keller Vlasis of Switzerland. She was the widow of Edward G. Carson, a landscape architect and an artist. She loved life and all that God has put before us and made the most of that in every way that was possible. Lily was educated in music, languages, and early childhood education at Hunter College in New York City and at Old Dominion University. Mrs. Carson was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Tidewater Music Teacher Forum, Music Teacher's National Association, National Guild of Music Teachers, Virginia Symphony, Norfolk Society of Arts, Hellenic Women's Club and the Ghent Garden Club. As a teacher for more than 40 years, she taught kindergarten for 15 years and gave private piano lessons for more than 44 years. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Richard B. Franklin and his wife Kathleen of Midlothian, Va., James Franklin of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Jeffrey J. Franklin and his wife Dorinda of Norfolk; her stepchildren, Becky and Jacques Gagne of Blue Hill, Maine, Tracy and Patty Carson of Portland, Maine, Cindy and Bruce Paxon of Gratis, Ohio, and Kathleen Carson and Susan Long of Belfast, Maine; a brother, John Vlasis and his wife Yolanda of Charlottesville, Va.; 17 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A Mass of the Resurrection will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church by Father Daniel Klem. A Christian wake will be conducted Friday at 7 p.m. in the H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Online condolences may be offered to the family through, Make a memorial contribution |
Carter, William E. "Shorty" - William E. "Shorty" Carter In Memory of a Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, and Friend. Always in our hearts and minds. You will .... |
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Catherine T. Pearman |
Jul 8, 2009 The funeral for Catherine Thore Pearman, 88, of Martinsville, who died July 4, 2009, was held Tuesday at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church with Pastor Kathy Gochenour officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Freddie Wilson, Corey Thompson, Jared Hawley, Bennie Pearman and Tommy Dhonnhok. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Homes, Martinsville Chapel. |
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will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Parkway Wesleyan Church with Pastor John Ott and Pastor Mike Lauridsen officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 9 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Cancer Fund, c/o Parkway Wesleyan Church, 3645 Orange Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24012 or The , Greater Roanoke Valley Affiliate, 7 Albemarle Ave., S.W., Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held at 1:30 Friday in Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel. |
will then begin at 7 p.m. The Rev. Rodney Cox will officiate. Those considering contributions should consider Carilion Hospice Service at 1917 Franklin Rd., SW in Roanoke, Va. 24014. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Dean family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
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Larry Lewis Dillon Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Larry Lewis Dillon Sr., 69, of the 1100 block of Bethel Road, went to be with the Lord July 6, 2009, in Chesapeake. A native of South Norfolk, he was the son of the late Roland Lee Dillon Sr. and Sallie Brothers Dillon. He was a member of South Norfolk Presbyterian Church and retired as a park caretaker from the Chesapeake Parks and Recreation Department. He is survived by his wife, Martha Dillon; a daughter, Pamela Lynn Dillon-Kelly and her husband Chuck Kelly; two sons, Larry L. Dillon Jr. and his girlfriend Nikki, all of Chesapeake and Christopher P. Dillon of Norfolk; two grandchildren, Kristen Michelle Dillon and Cody Dillon Kelly; a future grandson, Cole Blaine Larry Dillon; five sisters, Peggy Williams, Margaret Woods, Billie Leigh, Naomi Pearce and Ruth Pierce; a brother, Roland "Bud" Dillon Jr.; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved dogs, Petey, Chloe, Sydney and Buster. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Margie Topping, Virginia Nelson and Roma Faye Dillon and a brother, Ray Chapman Dillon. The family would like to thank his caretakers, Betty, Ronnie Johnson, and the home healthcare staff. A funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel, with Pastor Paul Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow in Riverside Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and at all other times at 505 Bartlett Drive, Chesapeake. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Martha Dillon, 1112 Bethel Road, Chesapeake, VA 23324. Please share a memory with the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, with Chaplain Peter Lee officiating. The interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
s 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2009, Belview United Methodist Church, Radford. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory, Radford, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in Melfa United Methodist Church. Williams-Onancock Funeral Home is in charge. |
Thomas Mitchell Elkins, 67, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, July 6, 2009. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Roanoke, Va., 540-562-1182., Make a memorial contribution |
Ethel P. Martin |
Jul 8, 2009 The funeral for Ethel P. Martin, 97, of Martinsville, who died June 30, 2009, was held Tuesday at St. Paul High Street Baptist Church with the Rev. William A. Shackleford officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Kenneth Hodge, Marc Hodge, David Martin, Brian Martin, Devin Jamison and Brandon Hodge. |
Funeral services for Mrs. Arletha Flagg will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday from the New Deliverance Evangelistic Church, 1701 Turner Road, Richmond. Interment will be in Mt. Minnis Memorial Park, Chester. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. Remains rest at the Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
s 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2009, at Stateline Community Cemetery. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Services, Stuart, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Dr. Walter Royden (Topper) Franke Jr., 67, was born in Charlottesville, Va., on June 21, 1942, and moved to Galax, Va., at the age of four. He lived with his mother, Kathryn L. Franke, and his grandparents, Floyd and Lola Landreth, on Virginia Street until he left for Virginia Military Institute in 1960. Topper transferred to Lynchburg College and graduated in 1964 with a B. S. degree in math and religion. In 1964 to 1966 he attended Brite Divinity School in Ft. Worth, Texas. From 1966 to 1969, Topper and his wife, Beezy, were missionaries in the Congo, Zaire. Topper served as a bush pilot for Disciples of Christ Christian Church. From 1969 to 1971, Topper resumed his education at Brite Divinity School and received his B.D. degree and from 1971 to 1973 he continued at Brite to receive his D.M., Topper served as Minister of Education at First Christian Church in Carrollton, Texas, as Minister at Pecan Springs Christian Church in Austin, Texas, and from 1978 to 1986 he served as Senior Pastor at First Christian Church in Salem, Va. Topper then became Associate Regional Minister in the Area Office in Roanoke. In 1991, Topper joined his alma mater, Lynchburg College, as the Vice President of External Affairs., Throughout his life, Topper served the community as well as the church in many capacities in his years as a minister, an advisor, and as a friend. He also served on the Salem City School Board, Lynchburg College Board of Trustee, and various other boards and community organizations., Topper Franke passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Bernice (Beezy) Franke, of Salem: daughters and sons-in-laws, Krystin and Andrew Mann, of Turks and Caicos Island, British West Indies, and Katie B. and Chris Faussenmagne, of Atlanta, Ga. Topper is survived and will be missed by his three grandchildren, Grace and Kate Mann and John Faussenmagne. He is also survived by brothers and sisters-in-laws, Monroe and Merle Morris, of Topsail Beach, N.C., Wayne and Robin Morris of Gasburg, Va., Glen and Cindy Morris, of Portsmouth, Va., and Wanda and Marshall Conley, of Hampton, Va.; and many nieces and nephews., ., In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Lynchburg College, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, Va. 24501; First Christian Church of Salem, 712 Front Avenue, Salem, Va. 24153; First Christian Church of Galax, 402 N. Jefferson Street, Galax, Va. 24333; Floyd and Lola Landreth Scholarship Fund of the Galax Excellence in Education, 200 Maroon Drive, Galax, Va. 24333; The First Tee of Roanoke Valley, 3707 Densmore Road, N.W., Roanoke, Va. 24017; and Brite Divinity School of TCU, TCU Box 298130, Fort Worth, Texas 76129. The family also request that any special stories or comments be sent to First Christian Church of Salem., will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, in the First Christian Church of Salem with visitation and lunch to follow., A guess book is available online at, Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Atkins Memorial United Methodist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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James Gillespie, 86, of Christiansburg, Va., died July 7, 2009. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg., Make a memorial contribution |
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10 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, St. Andrews Diocesan Cemetery, Roanoke. Arrangements by Cotrell Funeral Service, 573-785-8484., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Florida Memorial Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Elizabeth's name to Hospice of Health First, 1900 Dairy Road, Melbourne, Fla. 32904., Make a memorial contribution |
Deborah Lee Greer, 52, wife of Darius Greer, died Sunday, July 5, 2009 at her home. The daughter of Odell Garman (deceased) and Ester Bailey Green, Debbie was born and reared in Grundy. In addition to her husband, Debbie is survived by daughters, Jessica Hodges and Kimberly Hale; sisters, Teresa Stump, Joyce Garman, and Connie Garman; brothers, Mark Greene, Edward Green, and Buck Garman; and stepdaughter, Sammy Joe Campbell. Her grandchildren, Brighton Hale and Zak Moore, also survive. Cremation Society of Virginia is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
, friends may join the family at the home of Ann Walker, 22601 Parsons Circle, Cape Charles. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will take place at 2 p.m. Online condolences and Mr. Guinazzo's guestbook may be signed at, Make a memorial contribution |
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2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home Chapel, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
Martha Susan Waller Hatchett, "Susie," 65, devoted mother and teacher, of Disputanta, passed away Monday, July 6, 2009. She was a native of Petersburg, born the daughter of Alice Dewell Waller, "Shiney," and the late Manning Franklin Waller. Mrs. Hatchett was a school teacher for over 30 years and mainly taught Latin and English. Throughout her career she taught at several schools including Prince George High School, Sussex Central High School, Gibbons/St. Vincent DePaul High School and Thomas Dale High School. After retiring, she couldn't give up her love for the classroom and began substitute teaching at Clements Junior High in Prince George. She was the widow of Joseph William Hatchett and is survived by her daughter, Lisa H. Mullins and husband, Chris; grandchildren, Matthew Blake Mullins and Samuel Austin Mullins; cousins, Gloria Morris, David Dewell, Anita Deligan, Dan Carrington; and numerous other loving friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 10 a.m. on Friday with Dr. Ivan Perkinson officiating. Interment to follow in Southlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Wessey Chappell, 1117 Ft. Hayes Drive, Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
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at 6 p.m. at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, S.W., Blacksburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Blacksburg Rescue Squad, 200 Progress Street, N.E., Blacksburg, Va. 24060., Make a memorial contribution |
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s are planned. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts. is in charge. |
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JONAH, William R. - William "Bill" R. Jonah William "Bill" R. Jonah, age 62, of Woodbridge, VA died July 2, 2009 at Potomac Hospital. He is survived by .... |
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Mrs. Sarah Jenkins, of 1506 Chapcain Bay Drive, Chesterfield County, Va., died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Johnston Willis Hospital. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, (804) 458-5357. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr. is the funeral director. Condolences may be sent on our Web site, www.blandenterprisesinc.com. |
2 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
John W. Via |
Jul 8, 2009 John W. Via, 87, of Stuart, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at home. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Middlefork Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home or any time at the home. Memorial contributions can be made to the Middle Fork Cemetery, P.O. Box 613 Chilhowie, Va. 24319. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, . Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, Va., is serving the Johnson family., Make a memorial contribution |
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Jennis Junior Johnson, 78, of Bedford, Va., died on Tuesday, July 7, 2009. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-9167., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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In Loving Memory of Louise JONES 7/8/1925 12/13/2006, Your 3rd Birthday in Heaven, I love & miss you each day., Your Son, Jimmy, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, in Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Francis Gay Chapel, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake, VA 23324. Cantor Elihu Flax of The Berger-Goldrich Home will officiate. Mrs. Keith was loved and cared for by staff, residents, and the volunteers at The Berger-Goldrich Home and had requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to Beth Sholom Home of Eastern Virginia, 6401 Auburn Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. Friends are also invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
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celebrating Joyce's life will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Second Presbyterian Church with Dr. George Anderson, Gerald Carter and Dr. William Klein officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Kirk Family YMCA, 520 Church Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at The Chapel of Light Mausoleum, Evergreen Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the , 2728 Colonial Ave., S.W., Suite 2, Roanoke, Va. 24015 or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
will be at Sherwood Memorial Park at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2009, with Dr. Louis Strickler officiating. The family will receive friends at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday July 8, 2009. 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
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Edgar S. Livingston RICHMOND - Edgar S. Livingston, 94, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Kate Livingston; one sister, Sue Twiford; and one brother, Robert Livingston. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Grace R. Livingston; one nephew, Stanley Twiford of Norfolk; one sister-in-law, Helen Milby of Sandston; one brother-in-law, William R. Rouse of Highland Springs; also several nieces and nephews. Remains rest at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where the family will receive friends today and Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and where a funeral will be conducted Friday at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Washington Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Baptist Church, Tappahannock, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
was held Friday, July 3, at Azalea Garden Church. Pastor Aubrey Maye officiated. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family., Make a memorial contribution |
Clarence Love CHESAPEAKE - Clarence Alton Love, 83, passed away July 7, 2009, in Chesapeake. He was born Sept. 9, 1925, in Goldston, N.C. He moved from Sanford, N.C., to South Norfolk in 1935, and then to Princess Anne County in 1946. He was the son of the late Mittie Yow Love and George Dobb Love. He was predeceased by his wife, Hattie Woodhouse Stone Love. He is survived by his daughter, Ellen Christine Lancrain and husband Donald R. Lancrain Jr. of Virginia Beach; a brother, Eugene "Pete" Love of Norfolk; two sisters-in-law, Kate S. Jennette of Virginia Beach and Betty C. Stone of Danville, Va.; a brother-in-law, Ray C. Johnson of Nordland, Wash.; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Mr. Love attended South Norfolk High School. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army as a staff sergeant in the European Theatre. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 24 years. He was a member of Eastern Shore Chapel Episcopal Church. A funeral will be held Saturday, July 11, at 2 p.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, by the Rev. Bob Randall. Burial will follow in Eastern Shore Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. The family would like to thank Linda Perry and her family for the care and kindness given to Mr. Love during the past months., Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Mountain View Memorial Park. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Margaret S. Flippin |
Jul 8, 2009 Margaret Stella Flippin, 88, of Lexington, N.C., died Monday, July 6, 2009, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born in Stokes County, N.C., on June 3, 1921, to Fletcher Morris Smith and Carrie Ward Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Melvin Flippin; and two sisters, Cornelia Thurman and Mildred Robertson. She was a member of Kearfott Memorial Baptist Church. Surviving are four sons, Kenneth Flippin of Ozark, Mo., Ron Flippin of Greensboro, N.C., Jerry Flippin of Salisbury, N.C., and Jim Flippin of Gibsonville, N.C.; one daughter, Marie Malpass of Raleigh, N.C.; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Helen Knott of Martinsville, Lois Hill of Harrisonburg and Doralee Barnett of Winston-Salem; and a brother, Jack Smith of Mount Airy, N.C. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at Stateline Community Cemetery with the Rev. C. Allen Myers officiating. The family will receive friends at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart on Thursday from 1 p.m. until leaving for the cemetery at 2:30 p.m. |
will be Thursday, July 9, at 10 a.m. in Parklawn Memorial Park. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel, Newport News, is in charge. |
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will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Hermitage on the Eastern Shore. Williams-Onancock Funeral Home is in charge. |
Jean Anthony Metosh, 82, of Colonial Heights, died Monday, July 6, 2009, at his residence. He was the son of the late Cyril Daniel and Lois Jones Metosh. He was preceded in death by a son, Barry Neil Metosh; a brother, Col. Patrick Metosh; three sisters, Gloria M. Harris, Mary M. Parker and Paula M. DeMary. Mr. Metosh was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Petersburg. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, having served during World War II on the LST964 as a radioman third class. He worked for 17 years with Allied Chemical, and retired as a maintenance supervisor for the Petersburg Water Treatment Plant. Mr. Metosh was an avid Nascar fan, and #1 fan of grandsons Chris, #43, and Shawn, #84, at Southside Speedway, Richmond, Va. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Clarke Metosh; a daughter, Cathy Hopkins and husband, Barry, of Chesterfield; a son, Jeff Metosh and special friend, Lura Johnson, of Orlando, Fla.; six grandchildren, Angela Stalnaker and husband, Keith, Christopher Hopkins and wife, April, Shawn Hopkins and wife, Chris, Kristen Metosh and fiancée, Ryan Mason, Jamie Wright and husband, Jason, and Tyler Schiller; nine great-grandchildren, Brett Fuller, Brandon Fuller, Landen Stalnaker, Logan Hopkins, Ryan Hopkins, Faith Pollard, Hailey Hopkins, Chase Wright and Kaylee Wright; one sister, Patricia M. Patram and husband, Edward; two brothers, Joseph R. Metosh and wife, Marie, and Daniel Metosh and wife, Dorit; sister-in-law, Lucille C. Cole; numerous special nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with the Rev. David M. Prather officiating. Interment will follow Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8: p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with a V.F.W. service at 6:30. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805, or Immanuel Baptist Church Building Fund, 620 Lafayette Ave., Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
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May 31, 1968July 4, 2009 Todd Elliott Mick Sr., 41, of Salem, Va., passed away tragically in an auto accident on the evening of July 4, 2009. Left to cherish his memories, Todd was survived by his mother and stepfather, Darlene and Robert Swanson; father and stepmother, Gerald Jr. and Sandy Mick; siblings, Gerald Mick III, Steven Mick, Renee' Tudor, Nikki Lindgren, Christine Clemmer and Jeffrey Mulligan along with their respective families; and his only son, Todd Elliott Mick Jr.; along with his mother, Rhonda Prillaman; as well as many friends. A Memorial Service will be held 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Mason Cove Chapel, 3917 Catawba Road, Salem, Va. 24153, to celebrate the adventure of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the church or charity of choice., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, at Hill Top Cemetery, Colington, with the Rev. Roger Barnett officiating. A visitation will be Thursday, July 9, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Twiford's Funeral Home, Manteo. Visit, to sign the online register., Make a memorial contribution |
Dessie L. Mitchell DECATUR, Ga. - Dessie L. Mitchell, a native of Bertie County, died July 2, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday July 11, at 11 a.m. in Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Lewiston, N.C. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. |
of remembrance will be held at 1 p.m. in New Mount Joy Food For Living Ministries. T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. |
11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Peaks Church Community Cemetery. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-7360., Make a memorial contribution |
Samuel Leroy (Sammy) Myers Sr., 72, of Troutville, Va., passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2009. He was born on May 23, 1937, in Fincastle, Va., to Sam B. and Nelda Williams Myers. Sammy met the love of his life, Virginia Tucker, and they joined hands in marriage on December 7, 1968, in Cloverdale. He served our country in the United States Army from February 4, 1955, to December 24, 1959. After the Army, Sammy went to Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center for nurse training and completed his course on July 10, 1964. Then he went to work for the Pepsi Company for 25 years and took an early retirement due to back problems. Sammy lived a hard suffering life and God took him home to be with him where he will not suffer or be in pain anymore. Sammy you will be missed dearly by your family. We Love You Dad. Love Mom, Sammy, Christina and David., celebrating Sammy's life will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Rader Funeral Home Chapel where the Rev. Carol Johnston will officiate. Interment will follow at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes all memorial contributions be made to the Troutville Rescue Squad, 20 Sunset Ave., Troutville, Va. 24175, in Sammy's memory. Arrangements entrusted to Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va., 540-992-1212., "Serving Every Family as if Our Very Own.", Make a memorial contribution |
Nellie R. Moran |
Jul 8, 2009 The funeral for Nellie Rorrer Moran, 87, of Woolwine, who died July 2, 2009, was held July 4 at Woolwine United Methodist Church. Pastors DeWayne Troutt and Sandy LaForce officiated. Burial was in the Woolwine Cemetery. Pallbearers were Stanley Moran, Brian Pilegard, Larry Cockram, Kevin Cockram, Stephen Foster, Brandon Foster, Jimmy Spichek, Benjamin Spichek, Tracy Moran and Matthew Moran. Moody Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. |
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with military honors will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Virginia Air & Space Center, Hampton. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted 11 a.m. today, Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel by the Rev. Steve McNeely of Peakland Baptist Church. Interment will take place in Terrace View Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the . The family would like to thank his caregivers and the staff at Gentle Shepherd Hospice for their support during the final days of his illness. To send a condolence to the family, please visit,, . Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Timberlake Chapel, is assisting the family., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at noon on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Charles Hoffler officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Lawn Cemetery. Friends may visit the funeral home from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009. We would like to thank Toby and Carla Webb and family for their care of Jack for over a year; also, a very faithful caregiver, Ruby Bradford (Ladybug). Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
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Mary Fay Phillips Overcash, 74, of Roanoke, Va., formerly of Odessa, Texas, passed away Friday, June 19, 2009. A gathering will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Valley Funeral Home Chapel, 540-562-1182., Make a memorial contribution |
PARKER, Lawrence Tom - Lawrence T. "Tom" Parker Lawrence T. "Tom" Parker, was born in Triangle, Va. on October 25, 1950 to Mr. and Mrs. James D. Parker. .... |
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Mary Ellen Pagano NEW BERN - Mary Ellen Pagano went to be with our Lord June 23, 2009, as she was surrounded by special friends and family. Mary Ellen is survived by two sons, Elliot A. Pagano and Joseph J. Pagano; two sisters, JoAnne K. Pearson and Alice "Robbie" Lovelace; and an uncle, Joe C. Garner. She will also be missed by special childhood friends, Janet, Georgia, Peggy and Suzanne and many others. She will be laid to rest at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 11, next to her parents in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. Anyone who desires may share a memory, sign the online guestbook or view the video tribute by visiting, . Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations is serving the Pagano family., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Harrsion Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Sebby Volpe officiating. Burial will follow in Goshen Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kerrs Creek Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
s starting at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, at Bethel Baptist Church, 974 Burnt Mill Road, Hertford, N.C. Swindell Funeral and Cremation Services is in charge. There will be a reception at the Bethel Ruritan Club directly following., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Home with the Rev. Donnie G. Glass officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Innocence of Greenwood Cemetery. To send condolences, please visit, . Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Betty Beck Bancroft Powell February 6, 1939 - June 26, 2009 A tribute and celebration for Betty Beck Bancroft Powell who went home to the Lord on June 26, 2009 will be held on Saturday July 11, 2009 at 4:00p.m. at The South Norfolk Congregational Christian Church at 1030 Jackson Street. Chesapeake, 23324. Her family was the love of her life. She can never be replaced or forgotten. We will miss and love her forever. Phillip Jr., Mark, Donald, Kenneth, Timothy Bancroft, Patricia Newlun, Mary Moran (Deceased), Melissa Talbot (Deceased), 14 Grandchildren, 4 Great-Grandchildren, Brothers and Sisters, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. |
and as an associate professor of accounting from Tidewater Community College and was a certified public accountant. He was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany and a former member of the BPOE and Moose lodges. In addition to his parents, Mr. Reid was predeceased by his wife, Fay N. Reid; a son-in-law, William J. Tatman; and a great-grandchild, Tyler Bruce Long. He is survived by two daughters, Ann Reid Tatman and Nancy Reid Long and her husband Chester, all of Virginia Beach; five grandchildren, LoriBeth Long, Cari Ann Hall and husband David, Darren Bruce Long and wife Nicole, Molly O'Neil Tatman and William Tatman; three great-grandchildren, Peyton M. Hall, Paige Ryann Hall and Gracen Elizabeth Long. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, in the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany by the Rev. Richard Bridgford. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made to the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23509., Make a memorial contribution |
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s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski with the Rev. Dennis Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Shiloh Cemetery, Pulaski. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening, July 8, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family wishes to thank the Rev. Dennis Jones and the church family of Dublin Baptist Church, Dr. Richard Williams, and the caring staff at Pulaski Health Care Center for their loving care and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be sent to the Dublin Baptist Church Food Pantry, 100 Hawkins Street, Dublin, Va. 24084. To send online condolences to the family, please visit, Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va., is handling the arrangements for the family., Make a memorial contribution |
Ms Sharon Jean Robinson, age 55, 247 North Carolina Ave., Petersburg, departed this life Friday, July 3, at her residence. She was a native of Petersburg, and daughter of the late James and Vernell Pegram Robinson. She attended the public schools of Petersburg and later obtained her GED. She also attended John Tyler Community College and Virginia State University. She was formerly employed at Pre Con for years before it became Advanta Staff. Sharon attended Mount Olivet Baptist Church. Surviving are: her special friend, Wayne Scott of Petersburg; three daughters, Linette and Felicia Robinson, and Tiffanie Brodrick (Eric) all of Petersburg; a brother, Brandon Robinson of Petersburg; six grandchildren; several cousins and other relatives and friends A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday from the Chapel of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Interment will be in Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence of her daughter, Tiffanie, 115 Jefferson St., phone 255-8622. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home. |
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will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Greenlawn Cemetery. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes, Norfolk Chapel, is in charge. |
STEVENSON, Gary W. - Gary W. Stevenson Gary W. Stevenson, age 53, died on July 5, 2009 at Capital Hospice in Arlington VA. Gary was born on March .... |
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s 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Evergreen Burial Park. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
Lillie G. Smith VIRGINIA BEACH - Lillie G. Smith of the 3400 block of S. Plaza Trail, died July 2, 2009. A funeral will be today at noon in St. Stephens COGIC. Community Funeral Home, Virginia Beach, is in charge. |
will be held Friday, July 10, at 11 a.m. in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Thomas E. Becker. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the ., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Mr. Morris Q. Spratley, 22, of 1068 Sixth St., Petersburg departed this life Friday, July 3, 2009, in the Medical College of Virginia. He was born in Petersburg on April 25, 1987, to Morris D. Carson and Charlene Renee Spratley. Morris attended Petersburg Public Schools and was employed as a production worker. He was an active and dedicated member of Trinity Missionary Baptist Church. Morris was preceded in death by his two grandmothers, Mary Spratley and Mary Carson, and his uncle, Jimmy Green, "Bubble." He leaves to cherish his memories: his mother, Charlene Renee Spratley of Petersburg; his father, Morris D. Carson of Georgia; devoted stepfather, Milton Edwards; his loving fiancée, Sharonda Barrow "Boogie" of Petersburg; four brothers, Travis (Shaniqua) and Bernard Spratley and Van Robinson, all of Petersburg, and Montaze Brown of Georgia; three sisters, Kelly Spratley, Diketa Robinson and Archinette Washington, all of Petersburg; 12 aunts, Tawanda Lewis, Loretta Spratley, Lucille, Rosa and Debet Carson, Roselyn Lions, Alice and Cora Johnson, Barbara Rollins and Betty Mayfield, among them devoted, Gloria Spratley and Pamela Burch (Tyrone), all of Petersburg; seven uncles, Nelson, Ronnie, James and Albert Spratley, Jerome Covington and Chester Carson, among them devoted, Anthony Green (Jantaya), all of Petersburg; five nephews; three nieces; a host of cousins, among them devoted, Latisha and Kaytona Spratley, Shante, Deonte and Jerome Wells, Tywon and Leon Lyles, K'rongio and Kalreece Clanton and Cory Harris; a host of friends, among them devoted, Tomeshia Prince, Teinikei Clay, Carl Jackson, Darrell Fox, Calvin Brown, Rennie James, Robert and Antonio Prince. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, from Trinity Missionary Baptist Church of God In Christ, 233 Halifax St., Petersburg. The Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson Sr., pastor, will eulogize. Dr. Phillip Williams, pastor, Royal Baptist Church, 316 St. Mark St., Petersburg, will officiate. Interment will follow in Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery. The family will assemble noon at the residence on the day of the service. The remains will lie in repose at 11:45 a.m. at the church. Funeral arrangements are being provided to the Spratley family by the staff and management of Waverly Funeral Establishment, 356 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, (804) 732-2820; the Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson Sr., funeral director, www.waverlyfuneralest.com. |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
Tamartha Williams |
Jul 8, 2009 The funeral for Tamartha Anissia Williams, 33, of Martinsville, who died July 5, 2009, at Morehead Memorial Hospital, Eden, N.C., will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Refuge Temple Holiness Church. The Rev. Joseph Neal will officiate. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour before the service Friday. She was born in Martinsville on May 7, 1976, to Winston Laray Williams Sr. and Ada Earlene Kent Williams. She was a CNA at Blue Ridge Rehab Center in Martinsville and worked at Sears Department Store. She was a member of New Design Baptist Church, where she had sung in the choir. She was preceded in death by grandparents Earl R. and Mavis V. Kent. Surviving, in addition to her parents, are two daughters, Brittany M. Williams of Greensboro, N.C., and Tre'Veona A. Gravely of the home; a son, ShaQuan D. Williams of the home; three brothers, Winston L. Williams Jr. of Bennettsville, S.C., and R. Demetrius Kent and Cory L. Williams, both of Martinsville; her paternal grandparents, Woody and Arvella Williams of Lake Charles, La.; and one grandchild. Arrangements are by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Homes, Bassett Chapel. |
In Loving Memory of Pearl G. TAYLOR God needed a special angel, One loving, good, and kind, So he chose you, And left us all behind., The tears we shed were many, Our hearts were filled with pain., But our loss upon this earth, Was surely Heaven's gain., ~ Children ~, Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Patricia Annette Thomas, 56, of 30 Forrest Grove Drive, Palm Coast, Fla., formerly of Petersburg, died suddenly Monday, July 6, 2009, at Florida Hospital, Slager Fla. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Petersburg Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home, 451 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va., (804) 733-1117. |
Sabrina Gayle Thomas, 12, of Montvale, Va., died on Sunday, July 5, 2009 as a result of a four-wheeler accident. Born June 7, 1997, in Bedford, Va., a daughter of Crystal Gayle Burge Thomas and Earl Lee Thomas. Sabrina was a member of Faith Life Baptist Church. She had a tremendous passion and love for horses and riding fourwheelers. She was a child that never met a stranger and she always wore a smile. Sabrina was preceded in death by her grandmother, Nancy Burge. In addition to her parents, Sabrina is survived by a brother, Cody Thomas, of Montvale; a sister, Elizabeth Thomas, of Montvale; an aunt, Teresa Hartman and her husband, Bill, of Montvale; three uncles, Mickle Thomas, of Bedford, Stevie Thomas and wife, Tori, of Bedford, and Keven Thomas and his wife, Crystal, of Thaxton; grandparents, Linda and Earl Thomas, of Bedford, and Katherine and Hilton Dooley, of Montvale; great-grandmother, Corlee Hall, of Hensley, W.Va.; and numerous cousins and friends. Special friends include Katie Thomas, Caleb McCoy, Tara Bowe and Rebecca Thomas; and her special horse, Fred. Memorial contributions may be made to Roanoke Valley Horse Rescue, P.O. Box 13, Hardy, Va. 24101. A celebration of Sabrina's life will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, in the Tharp Funeral Chapel with Deacon Roger McKinney and the Rev. Carl Cline officiating. Burial will follow in Montvale Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443. To send condolences, please visit, Make a memorial contribution |
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WOODARD, Margaret Virginia, 92, passed away on July 7, 2009 in Riverside Convalescent Center. Born in Bacon's Castle, Surry County, Va., she was the daughter of the late Waverly James and Mary Elizabeth Marable Bell. Margaret was a longtime member of the Smithfield Woman's Club, and was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Isle of Wight Historical Society. She was also a member of Smithfield Baptist Church. Mrs. Woodard leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Ellen W. Jones of Johnson City, Tenn.; her sons, Michael C. Woodard and Brian R. Woodard, both of Smithfield; grandchildren, Kathy Robinson, Kelly and Mary Ellen Jones; and great-grandchildren, Rachel and Makinzi. A graveside funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, in Bacon's Castle Old Brick Church Cemetery, with Rev. John Gordon officiating. The family will receive friends 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in Colonial Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 97, Smithfield, Va. 23431. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. |
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John W. Via, 87, of Stuart, Va., died on Tuesday, July 7, 2009. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Damon E. WADE 11-01-1954 07-08-2008, Dear Damon,, Even though I was granted only eleven months with you, I thank God for the endless blessings knowing you brought to my life., Every time I see a Dodge Charger or hear a Peter Cetera song, my heart aches for you even more., Thank you for being my dearest & best friend, the man of my dreams, & the love of my life., I look forward to spending an eternity with you., I know Heaven is a little sweeter because you are there., Forever loved & Sadly missed, by your fianc�e Karen, Make a memorial contribution |
time at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations may be made to Lead Mines Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 502, Austinville, Va. 24312. Reese Funeral Home, Austinville, Va., is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Marilyn Mae Washburn, 76, of Disputanta, died Monday, July 6, 2009, at Henrico Doctors Hospital. She was born in Port Huron, Mich. Mrs. Washburn was preceded in death by her parents, Roland and Lois Lietz Traver, and her husband, Donald E. Washburn. She served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict, was a member of VFW Petersburg Post #622 and Wesley United Methodist Church in Colonial Heights, serving on various church committees. She is survived by a son, David Michael Washburn of Disputanta; two daughters, Deborah Washburn of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Linda Connor of Saline, Mich.; a brother, Robert Traver of Port Huron, Mich.; and three sisters, Patricia Motica of Ypsilanti, Mich., Susan Barney of Saline, Mich., and Sandra Kilpatrick of Malden, Mass. A funeral service, conducted by the Rev. Al Thorne, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church of Colonial Heights, will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service. Interment will be held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church. 3701 Conduit Road, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com. |
Charles West-Bey Jr., CJ, age 20, 720 Hallwood Farm Drive, Richmond, departed this life unexpectedly Friday night, July 3, as a result of an automobile accident at the intersection of Merchant Hope Road and Sandy Ridge Road in Prince George County. He was a native of Prince George and a graduate of Prince George High School Class of 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother, Earcell Ferguson, and was employed as an electrical apprentice with M.C. Dean Inc. Surviving are: his father, Charles West-Bey Sr. and his stepmother, Belinda F. West-Bey, both of Texas; his grandmothers, Marguerite West-Bey and Mrs. Elizabeth Pettis of Prince George; one sister, Latoya West-Bey; a stepsister, Jessica Faulcon; three brothers, Shawn Ferguson, Demiah Coleman and Jorn West-Bey; three aunts, Reather West-Bey, Theresa Ferguson and Sabrina Bibb; three uncles, Renzellius West-Bey, James and Marvin Ferguson; a godmother, Debbie Alexander; a godbrother, Malik Alexander; a host of nieces, nephews, great-uncles and great- aunts, cousins and other relatives and many friends, among them, Justin Alston, Charles, Rashad and Minnie Winston. A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009, from the Chapel of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. Jackie Tucker will officiate. Interment will be in Mount Minnis Cemetery, Chester. The family will receive friends at the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Marguerite-West-Bey, 2691 Forbes Drive, Prince George, phone 452-1455. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. |
George W. Wheeler CHESAPEAKE - George W. Wheeler, 89, of the 1800 block of Millville Road, died July 2, 2009. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. in Macedonia Baptist Church. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham St., is in charge. |
. Friends may call on Wednesday afternoon, July 8, 2009, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
2 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Refuge Temple Holiness Church. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Union Baptist Church and a part of various ministries. She was also a member of Eastern Star PHA and the Garden of Sheaves Tent. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington Nurse Training School. The widow of Elmore Wilson, she is survived by a son, Reginald L. Riddick (Flora); one brother-in-law, Collis Wilson; four stepsisters, all of Brooklyn, N.Y.; two grandchildren, Tenesha McCray and Lisa Cuffee; three stepgrandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her mother, Marie Lamb; father, Lenny Holloway; and a brother, Garland Holloway. The funeral will be held Thursday, July 9, at 11 a.m. in Union Baptist Church, Virginia Beach, by the Rev. Dr. Thomasina Reid. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Garden. Community Funeral Home, Norfolk, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, in Bacon's Castle Old Brick Church Cemetery with the Rev. John Gordon officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in Colonial Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 97, Smithfield, VA 23431. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield., Make a memorial contribution |
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