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Jul 10, 2009 Alfred Hampton Sr., 78, of 1104 Fishel St., Martinsville, died Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was the husband of Leora Hampton of the home. Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home will announce arrangements. |
Nathaniel Y. Allen ONANCOCK - Nathaniel Y. Allen, 52, passed away July 4, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. in Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co., Accomac. |
Karen A. Anderson VIRGINIA BEACH - Karen Ann Anderson, 66, of the 2200 block of Mill Crossing Drive, died July 5, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Graves Funeral Home is in charge. |
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celebrating Robert's life will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, July 13, 2009, in Rader's Chapel with the Rev. Chris Kingery officiating. Interment will be held in Daleville Cemetery. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, in Greenlawn Memorial Mausoleum. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Linda M. Bagnato, 58, died Friday July 3, 2009 at her home in Bristol. She was born in Pittsburgh, Penn., to the late Dominick Bagnato and Rita Boyce Bagnato. She graduated from Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore. She received a masters degree in music from NYU and received her law degree from Temple University. She taught at Virginia Highlands Community College Equestrian Program and had volunteered with the Washington County Sheriff's Department. Survivors include one daughter, Carly A. Lipput, Pittsburgh, Penn.; one son, Alex D. Lipput, Pittsburgh, Penn.; brothers and sisters, Christine White, Orlando, Fla., Frank Bagnato, Pittsburgh, Penn., Robert Bagnato, Reno, Nev., Anthony Bagnato, Pittsburgh, Penn., James Bagnato, Denver, Colo.; and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in Pittsburgh, Penn., at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, is in charge of arrangements. |
will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in New Life Family Center. Stallings Funeral Home is in charge. |
Susann C. Billow, 53, of New Castle, Va., passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2009. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Annie Mildred Blake, 78, of Bedford, Va., died on Thursday, July 9, 2009. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-9167., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held today at noon in Calvary Cemetery, Norfolk. Ivy Hill Crematory, Philadelphia, handled arrangements. |
James Vernard Bland Jr., 84, of Chesterfield, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at the Hospice unit of McGuire V.A. Medical Center. He was the son of the late James Vernard Bland Sr. and Susie Whitley Bland, and was preceded in death by a son, John W. Bland, and two sisters, Lula Wade and Anna Jordan. Mr. Bland was a U.S. Marine veteran having served during World War II and the Korean conflict. He was a member of Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church, a life member of the D.A.V., and founded the Boy Scouts of America Troop #178 at Ivey Memorial UMC in 1959. Jim was a retired employee of Joseph W. Bliley Funeral Homes and a local musician for many years with several country, dance and gospel groups. He is survived by his wife, June Jefferson Bland; two sons, James V. Bland III and wife, Sue, of Richmond, and Jeff A. Bland and wife, Cindy, of Richmond; two daughters, Linda S. Staton and husband, E. Gordon, of Chester, and Sharon B. Heiberg of Richmond; two grandsons; six granddaughters; one great-grandson. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009, in Ivey United Methodist Church, 17120 Jefferson Davis Highway, Colonial Heights, with the Rev. Tommy Herndon officiating. Interment Sunset Memorial Park, Chester, with military honors. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. If desired, contributions may be made to the Parkinson Research Foundation, P.O. Box 20256, Sarasota, FL 34276, or Hospice of Central Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100, Richmond, VA 23226. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Grace Baptist Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Sonya Gwen Blevins, 47, died Saturday, July 4, 2009 at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Marion and was preceded in death by her father, Fred Mitchell Reedy. She was employed at Marion Senior High School and Marion Intermediate School where she worked in the library. Survivors include her mother, Betty Reedy of Atkins; her fiancée, Gary Neel of Atkins; and several loving family members and special friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday July 7 at Bradley's Funeral Home with the Rev. Neville Mozingo and Pastor Mike Sage officiating. Interment followed in Roselawn Cemetery. The family received friends Monday from 6 to 8 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 was in charge of arrangements. |
LaCole Shanta' Board, 23, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
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Oscar L. Borufsen MELFA - Oscar Lowell Borufsen, 77, died July 8, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Williams-Parksley Funeral Home, Parksley. |
Ella Mae Brickhouse HERTFORD - Ella Mae Lane Brickhouse, 81, died July 5, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in First Missionary Baptist Church. Stallings Memorial Chapel is in charge. |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at Rehoboth United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bob Weinhold officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. His family will be receiving friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va.,, Make a memorial contribution |
John Hundley Brown, 69, of Rocky Mount, Va., died Monday, July 6, 2009. Visitation from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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s 2 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, in St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Derick Brian Carlson, 47, of Suffolk, formerly of Wythe County, died Saturday, July 4, 2009. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, July 8, at 4 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel. Inurnment will be later. He is survived by his wife, Donna Mayo Carlson of Suffolk; two children, Ryan Carlson of Suffolk and Mandi Carlson of Wytheville; father, Robert Carlson of Ohio; mother, Patricia Finley of Wytheville; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Allison and Larry Jennings of Charleston, W.Va., Tammy and Keith Dunagan of Wytheville; nieces and nephews, Nicole, Brian, Tabatha and Kelly; great-nieces and great-nephews, Kole, Kali, Dimi, Kylee and Asti; and special friends, Charlie and Marie Shupe of the Graham's Forge community of Wythe County. The family will receive friends Wednesday, July 8, from 3 to 4 p.m. (service time) at the funeral home. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
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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s will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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Clarence A. Anderson, II |
Jul 10, 2009 A memorial service for Clarence A. "Tim" Anderson II, who died July 1, 2009, will be held at 7 p.m. July 24 at Norris Funeral Services. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m at the funeral home before the service. Surviving are his wife, Charlotte Ward Anderson; three sons, Erik V. Anderson and John V. Anderson, both of Martinsville, and Reilly R. "Andy" Anderson of Fairbanks, Alaska; a daughter, Dorothy A. Mancuso of Durham, N.C.; a sister, Jane A. MacCallum of Plano, Texas; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. |
will begin at 10 a.m. Burial will be held in Gracelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Cornerstone Fellowship Baptist Church in his memory., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Emory C. COLLINS 10/05/1932 07/10/2005, It has been four years since you left us to be with the Lord. Sometimes I can almost hear your voice. Sometimes I can almost feel your touch., ALMOST.. ALMOST, I miss you and love you forever and always., Your Wife, Florence, We miss Pop., Children and Familes, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Charlie (Buddy) COMBS 12/27/567/10/06, When someone you love becomes a memory,, the memory becomes a treasure., Your Loving Family, Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Daleville Cemetery with the Rev. Elmo McLaurin officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
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s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Bart Weakley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at the Hebron Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
was spent in the Pacific Theater, including Australia, New Guinea, the Philippines, and Japan. Upon his return home, he became an over the road truck driver, eventually retiring from Associated Transport. With the feel of the road still in him, he drove again briefly for Jones Transfer and Smith Transfer and finally as a bus driver for Bedford County schools. Along the way, Jay and Elmyra opened their home for her dad, his mother and two nieces to live for a period of time., He was a member of VFW Post #4522, American Legion Post #0080, and Teamsters Local 171. He was a member of Midland Baptist Church and was a faithful member until his health prevented him from attending. He held several positions at Midland, including Superintendent of Sunday School, Deacon, Chairman of Deacons and Treasurer., In addition to his parents, Jay was preceded in death by his faithful and loving wife, Elmyra in 1998; and an infant grandson., Jay is survived by his daughters, Janet Amos, of Roanoke, his caregiver since October, 2008, Carol (Penny) Earhart, of Salem, and Tina S. Earhart, of Affton, Mo.; granddaughters, Jackie P. Amos, and Kaye Williams and husband, Gary, of Roanoke; sister, Margaret Bowles, of Locust Grove; and her children, Thelma, Shirley, and Billy; and many nieces and nephews from his marriage to the Callahan family of Wytheville., The family would like to thank VAMC, Good Samaritan Hospice, his church family, and especially, Valerie White, for her care and compassion in caring for Daddy the last few months., s will be conducted 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Rodger Hogan and the Rev. Juan Barr officiating. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. on Saturday in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Wytheville, Va., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Good Samaritan Hospice or Midland Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
10 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 540-562-1182., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Edenton Baptist Church. Swindell Funeral and Cremation Services, Hertford, is in charge. |
will be held 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Hopewell United Methodist Church, 23557 Germanna Hwy., Lignum, Va. Flowers are welcomed at the church or memorial donations may be made to the . An online guestbook is available for condolences at, . Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper, 800-207-3530, is handling the arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Thomas R. Fisher PORTSMOUTH - Services for Thomas Richard Fisher will be held at 3 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Clarence Edward Fisher Jr., 52, of Buena Vista, Va., died on Thursday, July 9, 2009. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buena Vista, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Funeral services for Mrs. Arletha Flagg will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday from the New Deliverance Evangelistic Church, 1701 Turner Road, Richmond. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 tonight 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. |
Fung Ying Fok VIRGINIA BEACH - Fung Ying Fok, 55, passed away July 6, 2009. She was born in 1955. A native of Hong Kong, Mrs. Fok retired from the restaurant business. Mrs. Fok is survived by her husband, Kai Louis Fok; her son, Allen Fok and his wife Katherine Fok; her son, Adam Fok and his wife Frances Fok; her daughter, Angela Fok; and five grandchildren, Chavis Truesdale, Jayden Truesdale, Vanessa Fok, Zachary Fok and Alexander Fok. The family welcomes friends to attend the funeral which will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at the Snow Creek Missionary Baptist Church with Minister Ruth Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be held in Franklin Memorial Park. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Francis Rush French, of Roanoke, Va., passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, June 18, 2009. The Good Lord called him home as he had fulfilled his role as protector and provider for 84 years and his job was completed. He was born March 9, 1925, in Clintwood, Va. He is survived by his three children, Charles R. French, of Roanoke, Va., Gregory W. French and wife, Patricia, of Virginia Beach, Va.; and his daughter, Terrie A. French, of Roanoke, Va.; a brother, David French, of Huntsville, Ala.; and a sister, Catherine French Stookey, of Wood River, Ill. His surviving immediate family also includes two grandsons, Ryan B. French and Evan R. French, of Virginia Beach, Va.; and a dear friend and helper, Susan N. Connor, of Rocky Mount, Va. Francis was preceded in death in March 2009 by his wife of 55 years, Violet W. French; his parents, G. Mark French, Esq. and Bessie Rush French, of Clintwood, Va.; brothers, G. Mark French Jr., Charles G. French, of Cheverly, Md., and Calvin French, of Nacogdoches, Texas; and sister, Florence A. French, of Clintwood, Va., Francis grew up in Clintwood, Va., where he learned many practical skills related to farming and coal mining. He often spoke of how tough it was growing-up during the Great Depression as it forever left a cautious mark upon him. During his adolescent summers, he and his brothers would spend their days working on one of his father's farms or driving timber or coal trucks carrying wood or coal from one of his father's properties. He graduated from Clintwood High School in 1941 having played on the school's varsity football and baseball teams. In 1943 he volunteered for the United States Navy and he trained at the amphibious training base at Little Creek, Va., after which he was deployed to the Pacific Theatre to participate in the fight against the Japanese Army and Navy. Francis' amphibious landing ship participated in the effort to re-capture the Pacific Islands and saw military action at Okinawa and Hiroshima as well as stops at Pearl Harbor, Manila Bay, Guadalcanal and the Solomon Islands., After the end of World War II, Francis attended college at the Norfolk Division of William & Mary College, now known as Old Dominion University, for two years before transferring to Concord College in Bluefield, W.Va., where he graduated with a B.A. in business administration in 1950. While at Concord College, he met his future wife, Violet F. Ward, whom he married in 1952. They briefly lived in Radford, Va., before moving to Salem, Va., where he worked for General Electric Corporation for 31 years. He was a strong supporter of the local Andrew Lewis High School sports programs as well as the University of Virginia where two of his children graduated. After retiring from General Electric, Francis enjoyed gardening and playing with the family dogs at his 12 acre "retirement" home in Roanoke County., will be held 7 p.m. that evening to celebrate his life and accomplishments. Donations can be made "In Memory of Francis R. French" with checks made payable to "Norfolk Academy" and mailed to Norfolk Academy, 1585 Wesleyan Drive, Norfolk, Va. 23502., Make a memorial contribution |
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James G. Gillespie, 85, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2009. He was preceded in death by brothers, Garfield Gillespie and Harold Gillespie; sisters, Joyce Bowen, Phyllis Meredith, and Janet Meredith; daughter, Sandra G. Johnson; and granddaughter, Sarah Colley. He was born on June 2, 1924, in Ada, W.Va., to the late William Jennings and Bertie Pennington Gillespie. He joined the United States Navy in December of 1941 where he served as a Coxswain-Boatsman on LCT for troop movements in the Asiatic and Pacific Theatres. He served in New Guinea, Okinawa, Sipan, and Japan during World War II., After his discharge from the Navy in 1945, he met and married Betty Zane Hodges from Thornhill, W.Va. After briefly living in Longview, Wash., they eventually settled in Christiansburg, Va., where Jim was employed with Radford Army Ammunitions Plant until his retirement in 1975., He is survived by his wife, Betty Zane Hodges Gillespie; four daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Alvie Cullop, of Roanoke, Va., Debbie and Stanley Coley, of Christiansburg, Va., Sue and Walter Baumoel, of Roanoke, Va., and Cecile and Brian Beverage, of Troutville, Va.; 10 grandchildren, Brian Cullop, Zac Cullop, Christy Wallace, Stacey Crowder, Phaydra Epperly, Travis Colley, Aaron, Lindsey, and Abby Baumoel, and Austin Beverage; 11 greatgrandchildren, Kara and Lacee Cullop, Andrew Cullop, Alexa Smith, Ashton Crowder, Danielle Keesee, Kayla and Maggie Criner, Eli and Abby Wallace, and Tripp Cullop; one great-great-grandson, Mason Cullop; brother and sister-in-law, Herbert and Bonnie Gillespie, of Radford, Va.; sister and brother-in-law, Freda and Travis Quesenberry, of Gulfport, Miss.; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Mitzi and Clyde East, of McDowell, W.Va.; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends., Jim loved life and lived it to the fullest. He never met a stranger. He will be remembered by his humor and pranks. He loved his family and friends, especially all his camping buddies. His greatest concern was that no one ever went hungry. The family would like to thank Ken Murdock for his special support and Roger Carroll for his spiritual support., will be conducted 2 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Belview United Methodist Church with the Rev. Aaron Finch and the Rev. Sebert Rorrer officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens., The family requests in lieu of flowers, that memorial contributions be made to S.W. Virginia Second Harvest Food Bank, 1025 Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24153 or Carilion Hospice of The New River Valley, 111 West Main Street, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The Gillespie family is being served by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va. Online condolences may be sent at, Make a memorial contribution |
Joseph Stras Gillespie Jr., 76, of Severna Park, Md., died on June 29, 2009 at home, from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He was born on Feb. 20, 1933 in Tazewell, Va. Mr. Gillespie graduated from Hampden-Sydney College and attended University of Virginia for Graduate School. He served as an aviator in the US Navy. Mr. Gillespie worked for the C & P Telephone Company and was a longtime Coach in Anne Arundel County. He coached for Junior Varsity Girl's Basketball, Girl's Softball and Boy's Baseball. He also coached AAU basketball and coached teams for the Greater Severna Park Athletic Association Green Hornets where he served on the board of directors. The GSPAA named a playing field for Mr. Gillespie at Kinder Park. He was a member of Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church in Severna Park. He enjoyed sports, the symphony, theatre, traveling and being with his family. Mr. Gillespie is survived by his wife Gale Branch Gillespie, a son James Selwyn Gillespie of Charlottesville, Va., and daughters Ellen G. Oakes and Emily G. Clement, both of Severna Park. He was also the grandfather of Dustin, Joe, and Elyse Purdy, Rachel, Rebecca, Olivia, and Gabe Clement, Ethnie, Will, and Sam Gillespie, and Jeannette, Austin and Trevor Oakes. Family and friends visited at Barranco & Sons, P.A. Severna Park Funeral Home on Wed., July 1, from 6-9 p.m. Memorial services were held at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church on Thurs., July 2, at 1 p.m. Inurnment was in the Church Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the GSPAA Green Hornets, P.O. Box 643, Severna Park, MD 21146 or to Woods Memorial Church Endowment Fund, 611 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, MD 21146. Online condolences may be made at www.barrancofuneralhome.com |
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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 |
Quinton L. Griffin Sr. JARVISBURG - Pastor Quinton Lonell Griffin Sr., 56, died July 6, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at noon in Corinth Missionary Baptist Church. Stallings Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge. |
is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, at 3 p.m. in West Park Church of Christ, Portsmouth. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
. The interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
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Thomas Handy Jr. HORNTOWN - Thomas Handy Jr., 54, died July 2, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Deas Chapel U.M. Church, Horntown. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co., Accomac, is in charge. |
Roger M. Hardy Jr. NORFOLK - Roger Mennette Hardy Jr., died July 8, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. in New Christian Home Missionary Baptist Church, Moyock, N.C. Rivers Community Funeral Home, Elizabeth City, is in charge. |
Sherry Wininger Hawthorne, 57, of Rural Retreat died Friday, July 3, 2009. Funeral service was held Monday, July 6, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church with the Revs. Tom Ballard and Don Stansell officiating. Interment was in West End Cemetery. She was born Dec. 3, 1951, in Kingsport, Tenn. Raised in Scott County, she was a graduate of Virginia Tech and North Carolina State University, holding a bachelor of arts degree and a master of arts degree in English. She was employed for nearly 15 years as an editor at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Upon moving to Wythe County, she worked for several years under contract with Johns-Hopkins University Press editing scientific books for authors worldwide. She volunteered for many years for Wythe County Habitat for Humanity, United Way of Wythe County and the Wythe County Genealogical and Historical Assoc. She was a regular appointee to the Wythe County Planning Commission. An active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Wytheville, she taught children's Sunday school there for over a decade and was serving as chairman of the Missions Committee. She was preceded in death by her mother, Hester Hartgrove Wininger. Survivors include her husband of over 35 years, Alan Hawthorne of Rural Retreat; a beloved daughter, Susannah Hawthorne of Virginia Beach; father and stepmother, N.W. and Bea Wininger of Scott County; two sisters and brothers-in-law, twin sister Terry Wininger and Eddie Wininger of Scott County, Barbara and Chip Coalter of Lexington; four loving nieces, Cindy Moratto, Rebecca Starnes, April Wininger and Aaron Mazuelos; two grandnieces, Katie Starnes and Lindsay Starnes; many dear cousins, particularly Nancy Alley, Linda McGee, Jama Mason, Joy Chapman, Anita McClain and Michelle McDavid; and many dear members of her husband's family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to United Way of Wythe County, P.O. Box 345, Wytheville, VA 24382; the Wythe County Genealogical and Historical Assoc., P.O. Box 1601, Wytheville, VA 24382; or St. Paul United Methodist Church. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Paitsel Funeral Home with Dr. Ernie Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Paint Bank Community Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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Lena M. Herndon SUFFOLK - Lena M. Herndon, 74, of the 800 block of Garfield Ave., passed away July 7, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church. Crocker Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel, Covington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Ruby B. Hill MIDLOTHIAN - Ms. Ruby Boone Hill of Midlothian, Va., and native of Hertford County, North Carolina, died July 8, 2009. The funeral will be Sunday, July 12, at Phillipi Baptist Church, Cofield, N.C., at 1 p.m. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc., Ahoskie, is in charge. |
with military honors will be held later in the afternoon at 1 p.m. in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Friends may join the family Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Parr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, and other times at the residence. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the , 604 Constance Woods Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered online at, Make a memorial contribution |
Mr. Joe Morgan Honaker, age 88, of Cedar Bluff, Va., passed away Sun., July 5, 2009 in a Richlands, Va., hospital. He was born in Buchanan County and was the son of the late Ezra and Maggie Looney Honaker. He had made his home in the Jewell Ridge and Cedar Bluff area all of his life and was a retired miner from the Richardson Coal Company. He was a member of the UMWA Local #7327 Jewell Valley, Va., and was an avid gardener and enjoyed working outside in his yard. He was a U.S. Army World War II veteran. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Honaker; three sisters, Trulie Surman, Dolly Clements, and Emma Payne; and one grandson, Barry Fletcher. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors are: two daughters: Helen Fletcher and husband, Fred, of Richlands, Va., Kathleen Craig and husband, Bill, of Roanoke, Va.; two grandchildren: Mike Baldwin and Kim Burks and husband, Nick; three great grandchildren: Maegan Brown and husband, Timmy, Joey Fletcher and Christi Burks; one granddaughter-in-law: Kathleen Fletcher; special companion, his loving dog: Peanut; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services for Mr. Joe Morgan Honaker will be conducted Wed., July 8, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Va., with the Rev. Jim Denton officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Joey Fletcher, Timmy Brown, Harold Harrison, Jim Dye, Mike Baldwin, and Bill Craig. Friends may call after 6:00 p.m. Tues., July 7, at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va. is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com. |
In Loving Memory of James Hagan HUBBARD 7/10/1933 1/9/2008, On Your 76th Birthday, I do not need a special day to bring you to my mind., Each morning when I awake you are there and in my dreams at night., You will be in my heart forever., No one will ever know what it meant to lose you., There will always be a heartache and precious memories of the days we shared when you were here., I'll hold you close within my heart and there you will remain, To walk with me throughout my life until we meet again., I love You always and forever,, June, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. in Old Donation Episcopal Church with the Rev. Bob Randall officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium with a reception to follow in the church parish hall. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater, 5900 Lake Wright Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502. The family wishes to express thanks to Virginia Oncology Associates, especially Doctors Alberico and Alexander for their kindness and consideration. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Bobby Jennings, 75, of Independence, Va., died on Thursday, July 9, 2009. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 11, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009, in Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Bruce J. Jernigan COLERAIN - Bruce Justin Jernigan, 8, of the 400 block of Exter Road, died July 9, 2009. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at Potter House Baptist Fellowship. Walker Funeral Home, Windsor, is in charge. |
2 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Lamp Light Baptist Church, 4307 Rock Garden Lane, Roanoke, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Dorothy "Dottie" Louise Hamby Johnson, 75, died Monday, July 6, 2009. She was born on May 20, 1934 in Wythe County to the late Robert Claude and Geneva Bell Newman Hamby. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Harry Alfred Johnson, two brothers, Robert Claude Jr. (R.C.) and David Wayne Hamby. Survivors include a sister, Shirley Hamby Horton and husband, David, Sorrento, Fla., brothers, Donald Hamby, Orlando, Fla., George "Bobby" Hamby, Orlando, Fla.; four sisters-in-law, Betty Buchanan, Goldsboro, N.C., Jeanette Smith and husband, Joe, Marion, Dot Johnson, Bristol, Va., Bessie Johnson, Marion; five brothers-in-law, Paul Johnson and wife, Martha, Lake Mary, Fla., Herbert "Turk" Johnson and wife, Lorraine 'Penny, Groseclose, Joe Johnson and wife, Rose, Marion, Jimmy Johnson and friend, Linda, Marion, Ervin Johnson and wife, Darlene, Marion; and several loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion with Pastor Jason McNeese officiating. Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at Middlefork Cemetery. The family received friends 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 www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2009, at Longwood Ave. Baptist Church in Bedford with Pastor William Turley, eulogist. The interment will be held Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Virginia Veteran Cemetery in Amelia, Va., with Military Honors. The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 12, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences can be emailed to the family at bedfordfuneral@verizon.net. Arrangements are by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-9167., Make a memorial contribution |
Flora Jeanetta Crow Jones, 89, of Bland died Monday, June 29, 2009, at Bland County Nursing & Rehab Center in Bastian. Funeral service was held Wednesday, July 1, at 7 p.m. at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Blankenship officiating. A graveside service was held Thursday, July 2, at 3 p.m. at the Coraopolis Cemetery in Coraopolis, Pa. She was born July 8, 1919, in Allegheny County, Pa., daughter of the late John and Pearl Hill Crow. She was a charter member of the Bland Bible Church and served in the Bland High School cafeteria for about 10 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald O. Jones; and a daughter, Anna Pearl Jones. Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Flora M. and Donald Cool of Atlanta, Ga., Donna J. and Jack Blankenship of Bland and June Hamel of Jacksonville, Fla.; four grandchildren, Edgar Cox Jr., Kent Cox, the Rev. Bob Blankenship and Cheryl Gillespie; eight grandchildren; and a sister, Jessie Wilkinson of Hookstown, Pa. A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home in White Gate was in charge of the arrangements. |
Lucy O'Neal Jones CHESAPEAKE - Lucy O'Neal Jones, 85, passed away July 7, 2009, in Norfolk. She was born Jan. 28, 1924, in Avon, N.C., and had retired from General Electric as a processor. She was a member of Elizabeth River Baptist Church, Holly Point Senior Club and was a volunteer with the Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. She was the widow of Jerry Junius Jones and is survived by her daughter, Diane Jones Divers and her husband Vernon Sr. of Virginia Beach; two sons, James G. Jones and wife Mary of Chesapeake and Michael J. Jones and wife Karen of Richmond, Va.; six grandchildren, Vernon Richard Divers Jr., Kimberly D. Thomas, Christopher Brian Divers, Pamela Jones Davis, David James Jones and Leanne Jones Price; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Vernell Jones of Raleigh, N.C., Christine Dobbins of Suffolk and a host of other relatives and friends. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed. A funeral will be conducted Monday at 1 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, with Dr. A. Wayne Cook officiating. The burial will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
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Joyce Tyree Kirk, of Roanoke, Va., died on Sunday, July 5, 2009. A Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Second Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to for breast cancer research. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in New Hollywood Cemetery. Twiford Funeral Home is in charge. |
. The family requests no home visits. Arrangements are in care of R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
, and while employed by Newport News Shipbuilding, NNSY Fire Department, DFAS, and Joint Forces Staff College, and more recently with his close circle of friends known as "the barn gang." He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Dana E. Lopez; daughters, Melissa and Laura; son, Christopher and wife Rebecca; granddaughters, Kaylee and Lilly; father, Jose G. Lopez; mother, Elena E. Lopez; brothers, Jose Jr. and wife Alice and Juan Lopez; sisters, Sylvia Carranza and husband Joe and Anna Lane and husband Russell; mother-in-law, Mary Edgerton; and brother-in-law, Jeff Edgerton and wife Roxane. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Mike was predeceased by his sister, Magdalena Lopez Munoz. A celebration of Mike's life will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, followed by a family remembrance in Houston at a later date. The family extends deep personal gratitude to Dr. Charles Reninger, and gives special thanks to the AIC and Oncology staffs of PNH, and to Chesapeake Regional Home Care Services. Mike simply wished "to be remembered as a good man." Friends are invited to send condolences and to sign the online guest book at, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Brad LYNCH Brad, the impact that you had on people is indescribable. Being at a loss for words was something that you never had to worry about, but there are no words or fancy quotes that can truly represent the man that you are or how truly you are missed., Brother, we love you!, Scott, Christy, Boone,, Dad and Mom, Make a memorial contribution |
Margaret S. Flippin |
Jul 10, 2009 A graveside service for Margaret Stella Flippin, 88, of Lexington, N.C., who died July 6, 2009, was held Thursday at Stateline Community Cemetery with the Rev. C. Allen Myers officiating. Pallbearers were Darren Flippin, Kevin Flippin, Lucas Flippin, Wesley Flippin, Todd Flippin and Brad Malpass. Arrangements were by Moody Funeral Services in Stuart. |
Margie C. Fralin |
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Troy Gray Mattox GATES - Troy Gray Mattox, 62, of Gates formerly of Wilson died Thursday, July 9, 2009. Mr. Mattox is survived by his wife, Diane Mattox and his mother, Nellie Mattox both of the home; two daughters, Angel Harvell and husband Billy of Edenton and Tienna Mattox of the home; three grandchildren, Kimberly, Christopher and Deven; three brothers, Garland Mattox and wife Bertha of Lucama, Ray Mattox and wife Mary Ellen and David Mattox, all of Wilson. He was preceded in death by his father, Allen Mattox. The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in Joyner's Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park. Pastor Larry Phillips will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Joyner's Funeral Home and at other times at the home of Ray and Mary Ellen Mattox, 4020 Evansdale Road, Wilson. Condolences may be directed to, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Saturday, Aug. 8, at 1 p.m. in St. Andrews By-the-Sea Episcopal Church, Nags Head. Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, is in charge. |
Hunter R. McKee, 95, formerly of Glade Spring, died on June 29, 2009 in Cross Keys Village Community in New Oxford, Pa. He was the son of the late Roy M. McKee Sr. and Lula Mountain McKee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ida Marie Pearce McKee. Survivors include his children, Nancy V. Lafferty and her husband, Jim, and David M. McKee and his wife, Carol; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service was conducted in Mt. Olivet Cemetery on Friday, July 3, at 3 p.m. with Father Paul Meir officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Soaring Eagle, P.O. Box 879, Billings, Mont. 59103. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleys.com. Bradley's Funeral Chapel of Chilhowie was in charge of arrangements. |
Lucille Byrd McWatters, 85, of Ocala, Fla., formerly of Independence, died Saturday, July 4, 2009 in Ocala. She was the widow of the Rev. John McWatters. She was born Sept. 22, 1923 in Teas to the late John and Clyde Hash Byrd. She is survived by one son and spouse, John and Ann McWatters of Ocala, Fla.; two grandchildren and spouse, Jeffrey Allen McWatters of Sparta, N.C., and Lorrie and Joe Poe of Jefferson, N.C.; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, in Carmi Baptist Church, Camp. Interment will take place in Blue Springs Cemetery, Camp. The Rev. John Pruitt and the Rev. Kenny Price will be officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour preceding the funeral service. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, is in charge of arrangements. |
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Jul 10, 2009 A memorial service for Michael Woodrow Hubbard, 50, of Excelsior, Minn., and formerly of Martinsville, who died June 28, 2009, at his home, will be at 11 a.m. on July 15 at the First United Methodist Church in Cary, N.C. The time of the service in Wednesday's obituary was incorrectly submitted to the Bulletin. Memorials may be made to the Hubbard Children Educational Fund, US Bank, BC-MN-H16C, 800 Nicollett Mall, 16th floor, Minneapolis, Minn. 55402-7020. |
. Online condolences may be directed to the family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
In Remembrance of My Beloved Husband James M. Mills May 14, 1927 - July 9, 2007 Death is a time of sleeping for those who die in God's keeping. There is a sunrise for each soul, for life not death is God's promised goal. For only through death can we live forever. You will always live in my heart. Thinking of you today and always. I Love You Ruth Mills, Make a memorial contribution |
Victor W. Modlin Sr. JAMESVILLE - Victor Wayne Modlin Sr., 58, of the 1200 block of Claude Mobley Lane, died July 8, 2009. A funeral will be Sunday at 2 p.m. in Biggs Funeral Home chapel. |
James E. Modlin HERTFORD - James Edward "Jimbo" Modlin, 77, of the 300 block of Market St., died July 7, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Meltons Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Winfall. Stallings Memorial Chapel is in charge. |
Mosser, Carl W. - Carl W. Mosser Carl W. Mosser, age 79, Williamsburg, Va., formerly of Manassas Va., beloved husband of Barbara R. Mosser, of 49 years, passed .... |
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Neavear, Wayne Lee - Wayne Lee Neavear Wayne Lee Neavear, age 81, passed away July 7, 2009 at his residence in Triangle, Virginia. Mr. Neavear was born January .... |
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Ethel Mae Cornett Neugent, 66, of Speedwell died Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Funeral service was held Friday, July 3, at 2 p.m. at Speedwell United Methodist Church with the Rev. Doug Stuart officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. She was the daughter of the late Arlyn and Della Hale Cornett. She was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Cornett. Survivors include a son, Marvin Neugent of Wytheville; a sister, Mary Richardson of Speedwell; a sister-in-law, Ella Cornett of Roanoke; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Speedwell United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Lea Horney, 1266 St. Peter's Rd., Speedwell, VA 24374. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville was in charge of the arrangements. |
Jackie Lee Norris Jr., 32, died Monday, June 29, 2009 at Lonesome Pine Hospital in Big Stone Gap. Survivors include two sons, Robert Norris and Cody Norris of Saltville; daughter, Janice Norris of Starusburg; parents, Jackie and Polly Norris of Saltville; two sisters, Charity Rouse and husband, Clifton, of Glade Spring, and Angela Norris, and Ben Terry of Chilhowie; brother, Cory Norris of Saltville; and one niece and several nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 2, at Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Barry Loupe officiating. Burial followed in the Elizabeth Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers were Cory Norris, Doug Haga, Eric Haynes, Steve Moore, Perry Flinchum, and George Norris. Online condolences may be sent at drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements. |
Bernice Riddle Orton, 69, of Dinwiddie, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at her home with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Wesley Riddle and Mable Leah Spence Riddle; her husband, Horace Mitchell Orton; a daughter, Robin Crystal Jones; and a sister, Mary Ann Barnes. Bernice was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and was a member of Tabernacle Church in Carson. She is survived by a daughter, Michelle O. Mayton and her husband, Earl; son, H.M. Orton II; grandchildren, Mitchell, Sean-Wesley and Megan; nieces, Rhonda Beville and Kim Vesley; and a special family friend, Robin Brown. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009. at Tabernacle Church in Carson. The Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family, where all are welcome to come and visit Mrs. Orton. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
Jerry Dean Osborne, 66, died on June 29, 2009 at this home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nancy and Melvin Osborne, brothers, Merle and Wayne, and a sister, June Chapman. Survivors include his wife, Brenda B. Osborne; daughter, Tina O. Frye of Seven Mile Ford; granddaughters, Kara and Kelly Frye of Seven Mile Ford; brother, Robert Osborne of Marion; sister, Violet Henderson of Saltville; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, in D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Surber and the Rev. Willis Osborne officiating. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service. Graveside services and military rites by the Marion V.F. W. post were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in Elizabeth Cemetery. Pallbearers were family and friends. Online condolences may be sent to drhendersonfuneralhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements. |
Marie H. Outlaw EDENTON - Marie Holley Outlaw, 93, of the 200 block of Virginia Road, died July 7, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Gale Street Missionary Baptist Church. Rowsom Funeral Home, Edenton, is in charge. |
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Dorothy G. Peacock PORTSMOUTH - Dorothy Gray "Dot" Peacock, 90, of the 200 block of Nevada St., died Wednesday, July 8, 2009, in her residence. A native of Portsmouth, she was a retired court reporter from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. She was a member of First Friends Church, Beazley Senior Center, a former member and official of Portsmouth Temple No. 4 Pythian Sisters and the Portsmouth Business Professional Club. Survivors include a brother, Howard James Gray Jr. of Portsmouth; two nieces, Therese Anderson and husband Tony of Portsmouth and Lisa Worsley and husband Tom of Chesapeake; two great-nieces, Tina Sullivan and Jennifer Worsley; two great-nephews, James Burch and Matthew Worsley; a great-great-niece and a great-great-nephew. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in First Friends Church by the Revs. David Roudabush and Jim Myers. Entombment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Mausoleum. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, today from 7 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First Friends Church., Make a memorial contribution |
June J. Person CHESAPEAKE - June J. Person, 63, of the 2500 block of Gilmerton Road, died July 6, 2009, in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. She was a member of St. Paul AME Church. Survivors include her husband, Nathaniel Person Jr.; one daughter, Cynthia Person Miller (Wesley); two sons, Andrew M. Person and Daryl Person (Janet); five sisters, Bernice, Carolyn, Audrey, Tina, Brenda; eight grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Twine Memorial Holy Temple, Portsmouth, by Elder Michael Parker and the Rev. Jermaine Collins. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, is in charge. Viewing will begin today at noon. The family will be at 204 Wynn St., Portsmouth. The body will be in the church at 10 a.m. Saturday., Make a memorial contribution |
William Mervin Phillips, 75, of Lynchburg, Va., died on Thursday, July 9, 2009. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424., Make a memorial contribution |
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s 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009, at Oak Level Baptist Church. Arrangements by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Homes, Bassett Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
John Price Jr. SUFFOLK - John Price Jr., 50, of the 2100 block of Kentucky Ave., died Wednesday, July 8, 2009. He was a native of Ivor, Va., and the son of Lucy M. Price and the late John Price Sr. He attended Southampton County Public Schools. He was employed at Ferguson Manufacturing and was also a newspaper carrier for The Virginian-Pilot. He was a member of Mission of Deliverance COGIC. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Lola Price; one daughter, LaTonia Goodwyn of Suffolk; three sons, Shavis Holloman of Newport News, Ricky Goodwyn and LaTroy Goodwyn of Suffolk; seven grandchildren; four sisters, Angela Lane and Deborah Powell (the Rev. Kenneth Powell), both of Zuni, JoAnne Jenkins (the Rev. Charles Jenkins) of Smithfield, and Sandra Tyler (Ronald) of Ivor; three brothers, Herbert Price (Nichole) of Petersburg, Va., Melvin Price (Gloria) of Wakefield, Va., and Michael Price (Bryonna); a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 13, in Mission of Deliverance COGIC, 6560 Crumpler Road, Ivor, with Elder Elbert Louis Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Binns Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence and will also assemble there Monday at 12:30 p.m. for the procession to the church. The body will be placed in the church at 12:30 p.m. Crocker Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
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William Lee Rhodes, 53, of Buena Vista, Va., died on Wednesday, July 8, 2009. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Henry C. Riddick GATES - Henry C. Riddick, 67, died July 6, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Gatesville. Stallings Funeral Chapel, Gatesville, is in charge. |
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Shealynn Nichole Roop, infant daughter of Jeremy and Angela Eller Roop, died July 6, 2009 in Smyth County Community Hospital. She was also survived by her maternal grandmother, Sandra Eller of Chilhowie; paternal grandfather, Rick Roop and Chrissy Hankins of Saltville; paternal grandmother, Lori Townley of Marion; and also many special relatives and friends. Graveside services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon with the Rev. Danny Keith officiating. The family received friends Thursday from 12 until 1:15 at the funeral home prior to going to the cemetery. Pallbearers were Nathan Roop and Alex Eller. Online condolences may be made at drhendersonfunerslhome.com. D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville is in charge of arrangements. |
, the family will assemble at 2205 Piedmont Ave., Portsmouth. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
Ruth Elaine Royal, 59, of Dinwiddie passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2009. Born October 25, 1949, Ruth was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. She lived in Dinwiddie County for over 20 years and attended Grace Baptist Church on River Road. She is survived by her husband, John E. Royal of Dinwiddie, Va.; three children, Kenneth Yonts Jr. of Stone Mountain, Ga., Daniel Yonts of Orlando, Fla., and Kimberly Stegall of Braselton, Ga.; six grandchildren, Travis Hinchey, Alexandra Yonts, Dustin Yonts, Cannon Yonts, William Stegall and Ella Yonts; four brothers and two sisters, Katherine Sprowles of Powatan, Va., Arthur Hinton Jr. of Chesterfield, Va., Daniel Hinton of Maryland, Thomas Hinton of Richmond, Va., James Hinton of Chesterfield, Va., and Barbara Burley of Chester, Va. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 11. 2009, at Grace Baptist Church with the Rev. Raleigh B. Nunnally Jr. officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Baptist Church, 23814 River Road, Petersburg, VA 23803 in care of either the Church Mission Fund or for the school. 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. |
Frances Halbert Russell, 94, of Winchester, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009, in a local nursing facility. She was born in 1915 in Staunton, the daughter of the late Colonel Ted G. and Massie Russell. She was a retired chemistry professor with Shenandoah University, Winchester, and formerly with Marion College and Roanoke College. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, the Winchester Women's Civic League, Winchester Stamp Club and Winchester Pilot Club. She was a graduate of Mary Baldwin receiving a Bachelor of Science in chemistry, and the University of North Carolina where she received a Masters Degree. Survivors include her niece, Rusty Dodd, and her husband, Richard, of Star Tannery. A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Monday at First Presbyterian Church, Boyd Chapel, with the Rev. Richard Riefsnyder officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 10 until 11 a.m., at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind, E. Beverly Street, Staunton, VA 24401. Sign the guestbook and view obituary at www.ompsfuneralhome.com. Omps Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
. Memorial donations may be made to the Davis Scholarship Fund, c/o of Holy Neck Christian Church, 4400 Pineview Road, Suffolk, VA 23437, Attention: James Copeland. Condolences may be registered online at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 10, in Rosewood Memorial Park. Arrangements handled by National Cremation Society., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, the Rev. Edward Creel will officiate and interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Diana R. Shiflett VIRGINIA BEACH - Diana Randall Shiflett passed away July 6, 2009, in Virginia Beach. Born and raised in New Zealand, Diana spent her teen years in Southern California, where she graduated in 1976 from Santa Monica High School. In 1982, she met her husband, the late Stephen Thomas Shiflett of Richmond, Va., with whom she had four children, who excelled due to her unyielding support and guidance. Diana was passionate about art and returned to school to acquire her art degree from California State University Northridge in 1994. Diana moved to Virginia Beach in 2005 and spent the last years of her life teaching her beloved students at Birdneck Elementary School. Diana was predeceased by her sister, Caroline Randall formerly of New Zealand. She is survived by her father, Michael Randall of New Zealand; mother, Maureen Randall of Iowa; daughters, Nicole of San Francisco, Brett and Kylie; and son, Dylan, all of Virginia Beach; sister, Catherine Randall of Tampa, Fla.; and two nephews and four nieces. Diana's family will receive friends Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. at the 67th Street Beach Club in Virginia Beach. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family., Make a memorial contribution |
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Emma Victoria Angley Smith, 86, of Sparta, Va., passed away Thursday, July 9, 2009. A Celebration of Life will be 2 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009 at River's Edge Cove. Arrangements by Twin County Funerals., Make a memorial contribution |
s for Joseph Michael Smith will be held at 11 a.m. today in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
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Mary Virginia Snow, 87, of Barren Springs died Saturday, July 4, 2009. Funeral service was held Monday, July 6, at 2 p.m. at Mt. View Holiness Church with the Revs. Jesse Walker and Ronnie Stuart officiating. Interment was in the Snow Family Cemetery. She was born Nov. 21, 1921, in Wythe County, daughter of the late Frost Thomas and Viola Clark Snow. She was a longtime caregiver to her family. She was preceded in death by an infant son and daughter; two sisters, Claudia Horton and Maudie Allen; and three brothers, Johnny Snow, Walter Snow and Andy Snow. Survivors include a son, James Snow of Barren Springs; a sister, Faye Carpenter of Barren Springs; a brother, Floyd Snow of Patterson; and several nieces and nephews. Reese Funeral Home in Austinville was in charge of the arrangements. |
s will be conducted Sunday, July 12, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the Kendall Funeral Home at 605 Snidow St. in Pembroke with Pastor Shahn Wilburn and Pastor Eddie Kendall officiating. Burial will follow in the Anderson Cemetery at Mt. View. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
s are planned at this time. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is in charge. |
Irene Johnson Stone, 72, died Friday, July 3, 2009 at her home in Sugar Grove. She was a devoted member of the Sugar Grove Lifesaving Crew with 28 years of service and was a member of the Sugar Grove Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, J. Donald Stone of Sugar Grove; two sons and daughters-in-law; Don "Tinker" Stone and wife, Chris, and Albert "Porky" Stone and wife, Nita, both of Sugar Grove; three sisters, Ethel Johnson of Atkins, Violet Young of Sugar Grove, and Nancy Cook of Chilhowie; two brothers, Albert and Bobby Johnson, both of Sugar Grove; four grandchildren, Jewel Whitworth and husband, Justin, Amanda Crouse and husband, Dean, Donnie Stone and fiancée, Renee, and Joshua Stone and fiancée, Jessica; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 5, at 4 p.m. at Sugar Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Billy Gwinn officiating. Burial followed in Comers Creek Cemetery in Grayson County. The family receive friends from 2 p.m. until time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sugar Grove Lifesaving Crew, P. O. Box 257, Sugar Grove, VA 24375. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown.com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
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and interment will be held at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Beckley, W.Va., at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to any of the following: The , or any hospice association of your choice. The family would like to thank the staff of Lucy Corr Village for their care and compassion over the past three years., Make a memorial contribution |
Edith F. Stump, 88, widow of George H. Stump, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at her home in Marion. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sybil Stump; three sisters, Virginia Dunford, Alice Brooks and Clara Bell Morrison; four brothers, Rader, Howard, Garland and Talmage Fortner. Survivors include one brother, Sam Fortner of Marion; four nieces, Katherine Ann Carr of Elliott City, Md., Phyllis Falland of Mt. Airy, Md., Judy Testerman and husband, J.C., of Marion and Sharon Ogburn of Roanoke; three nephews, Claude Brooks Jr. of Wytheville, Gene Huff of Chilhowie, and Conley Dunford Jr. of Glen Burnie, Md.; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, July 2, at 7 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with the Rev. Mike Teague officiating. A private burial will be held at a later date in Glenwood Cemetery, Bristol, Tenn. The family received friends Thursday from 6 p.m. until the time of service at Seaver-Brown Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown.com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in Rosewood Memorial Park with the Rev. Ernest L. Trueblood officiating. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Funeral services for Mrs. Alease B. Tatum will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 418 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Diggs Sr., pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Little Church Street Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2009, at the funeral establishment. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 10:30 a.m. at the church. The family will assemble 10:00 a.m. at 1536 Young's Road, Petersburg, Va., the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 733-7657. Monetary contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058 and/or Lupus Foundation of America, P.O. Box 631047, Baltimore, MD 21263-1047, in the name of Mrs. Alease B. Tatum. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Tatum online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
Robert Stevens Tatum, 56, of Colonial Heights, Va., passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, after a valiant battle with cancer. Steve was born on Jan. 13, 1953, the loving son of Robert Walton and Marguerite White Tatum of Colonial Heights. Also surviving him is his cherished wife of 20 years, Susan Hudson Tatum. Steve was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, boating and his place at the lake. He had a successful business of home repairs and remodeling with his good friend and business partner, Butch William,s and later with his father, Robert W. Tatum. Steve thoroughly enjoyed his work as building inspector for the City of Colonial Heights, where he worked until his medical retirement in 2006. During his illness Steve stayed active with his research in genealogy. Through this work he became a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and the Sons of the American Revolution, under many different ancestors. Surviving family members in addition to his parents and wife are his two daughters by his first marriage, Jennifer T. Stalls and husband, Will, and Megan T. Cannon and husband, John; three granddaughters; a brother, Mark A. Tatum and wife, Patricia: a sister, Karen T. Valente and husband, Anthony; three nephews. Additional surviving family members are sisters-in-law, Sandra H. Browder (Gerald) and Carol H. Price (Len); three nieces; one nephew; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 4240 Park Place Court, P.O. Box 6359, Glen Allen, VA 23058 per Steve's wishes. Interment private. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
s will be held 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at Floyd Baptist Church with the Rev. Richard Thomas and the Rev. Dave Holladay officiating. Interment will follow at the Lee Cemetery, Tuggles Gap. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 10, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the East Visitation Room of Maberry Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at, Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Melvin Eugene Thomas, 71, died Sunday, July 5, 2009 at his home in Marion. He was born in Chilhowie to Pansy Harris Thomas and the late Lee Melvin Thomas. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister Gracie Hamm and an infant brother. He was a veteran of the United States Army and worked at American Furniture. He loved to hunt, fish and garden. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Ruby Sheets Thomas; his mother, Pansy Harris Thomas, Chilhowie; three sons and daughters-in-Law, Ricky Thomas and wife, Alice, Ronnie Thomas and Denise, and Randall Thomas and wife, Becky, all of Marion; one daughter and son-in-Law, Rosetta "Lynn" Pickle and husband, Larry, Rural Retreat; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald Thomas and wife, Carolyn, Saltville, and James Thomas and wife, Sue, Marion; two sisters and brothers-in-Law, Mary Feeny and husband, Garland, Martinsville and Diana Harper and husband, Butch, Chilhowie;10 grandchildren, Ronnie, Nikki, Tyler, Chris, Alisha, Johnathan, Jessica, Ryan, Leanna, Brianna; five great-grandchildren, Corey, Hunter, Chelsea, Mahailey and Cody; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 7, at 7 p.m. from the Southfork Baptist Church with the Rev. Charlie Walker officiating. Military honors rendered by the Francis Marion VFW Post 4667. Burial will be private. The family received friends Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at the church. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial donations can be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, is in charge of arrangements. |
Mrs. Patricia Annette Thomas, 56, of Palm Coast, Fla., entered into eternal peace Monday, July 6, 2009. A native of Petersburg, Va., she was the loving daughter of the late Reba Dyson Atkins and the stepdaughter of the late Mr. Wyatt Atkins. Mrs. Patricia Thomas graduated from Petersburg High School in 1971, and attended Virginia Commonwealth University and later received a degree in psychology in 1986. She was formerly employed with the Internal Revenue Service, and recently employed by the Small Business Administration of the federal government. At the tender age of 12, Patricia received Christ at Gillfield Baptist Church in Petersburg, Va. She became a faithful and tireless advocate for the Million Mom March after losing her first born to violent gunfire. She diligently worked with millions of moms across the nation to encourage Congress to enforce sensible guns law, and lobby against gun manufacturers. She served her country in the United States Army, and was honorably discharged in 1980. She is predeceased by her parents, Wyatt and Reba Atkins, and her son, Mr. Harrington Jerome McBride. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Mr. Elton Thomas; and her son, Mr. Kenneth Thomas; two brothers, Mr. Jerome Mountcastle of Martinsville, W.Va., and Mr. Wyatt Atkins Jr. of Richmond, Va.; five sisters, Mrs. Judy Wilder (Scott) of Mequon, Milwaukee, Ms. Brenda Mountcastle of Baltimore, Ms. Jemal Battle and Ms. Cynthia Moore of Petersburg, Va., and Ms. Debra Cameron of Colonial Heights, Va.; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Carrie Thomas of Fayetteville, N.C.; her father-law, Mr. Tom Thomas (Lillian) of Hampton, Va.; two brothers-in-law, Mr. Reginald Thomas (Angelita), and Mr. Michael Thomas (Pansha) of Saudi Arabia; four uncles, the Rev. Joseph Dyson (Vera) of Petersburg, Va., Mr. Herbert Dyson (Lynn) of Springfield, Mass., the Rev. Fletcher Dyson of Augusta, Ga., and Mr. Frank Dyson (Marlene) of Toronto, Canada; two aunts, Ms. Vivian Robertson and Margaret Dyson of New York City, New York; and Auntie Momma, Ms. Rose Edmunds of Petersburg, Va.; and a host of and nieces and nephews. A homegoing celebration will be held at noon on Monday, July 13, 2009, at the St. John Baptist Church, Stony Creek, with the Rev. Linda Skipper, associate minister, officiating. Burial will commence at the Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Mrs. Thomas may be viewed from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009, at the Johnson Funeral Home, 451 Halifax St., Petersburg, and one hour prior to the service at the church. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home, Petersburg Chapel, 451 Halifax St., Petersburg, (804) 733-1117. |
s 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, in the Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
Elsie Hutton Thompson, 88, died on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 in Francis Marion Manor in Marion. She was born in Smyth County to the late George Hutton and Mary Alice Carroll Hutton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Craig Roulo, two brothers, George and James Carvin Hutton, and a sister, Mae Hutton. She was a member of Lowman Valley Church and had been employed at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute for 16 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Survivors include one daughter, Shelby Roulo and husband, Craig, of Marion; her grandchildren, Chastity, Steven, Tina and Bobby; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and special friends. Funeral services were conducted at 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, at Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Hutton officiating. Honorary pallbearers were the deacons of Lowman Valley Church. The family received friends Thursday from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. A graveside service was conducted at 10 a.m. on Friday at Rose Lawn Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion was in charge of arrangements. |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at the Peterstown Cemetery, Rich Creek, Va., with Barry Harper officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the funeral home by 12:30 p.m. Military Rites will be held by Pembroke VFW Post #311, Narrows VFW Post #6000, Narrows American Legion Post #68 and Peterstown Rowe Jones Post #145. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 200,9 at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va. Online guestbook can be signed or condolences sent to the Thornton family at, . Arrangements by BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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WOOD, Mrs. Pauline, of Richmond, departed this life July 8, 2009. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue. Funeral notice later. |
Jeffery S. Upton PORTSMOUTH - Services for Jeffery Stevens Upton will be held at 1 p.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2009, at the Fellowship Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday from Flora Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Bill Doss and the Rev. Mark Griffith. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. Family suggests memorials may be made to the , P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. His family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va.,, Make a memorial contribution |
Charles Robert "Ta Ta" Walls, 70, of Ivanhoe died Sunday, July 5, 2009. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 8, at 7 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Home with the Rev. Hal Lewis officiating. IVA Lodge 173 Independent Order of Odd Fellows will conduct a memorial service. A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 9, at 11 a.m. at the Odd Fellows Cemetery. He was born Nov. 21, 1938, in Wythe County, son of the late Helen S. Walls. He was a member of IVA Lodge 173 Independent Order of Odd Fellows and retired from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant. Survivors include his wife, Betty Walls of the home; a stepdaughter, Pam Shupe of Ivanhoe; three stepsons, Tim Monahan, Jeff and Robyn Monahan, Kenny Monahan and fiancé, Maretta Quesenberry, all of Ivanhoe; a sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Clinton King of Ivanhoe; a brother and sister-in-law, Nickie L. and Renate Walls of Evans, Ga.; six stepgranchildren; four stepgreat-grandchildren; three nephews and their wives, James "Happy" and Kalli King, Dirk and Leah Zettelmeier, Donald and Judy Walls; two great-nephews, Jason Stump and Kevin Zettelmeier; and two great-nieces, Katrina King and Kallista King. The family will receive friends Wednesday, July 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. (service time) at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Lead Mines Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 502, Austinville, VA 24312. Reese Funeral Home in Austinville is in charge of the arrangements. |
will be held 7 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home Chapel, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Cecelia A. Watts CHESAPEAKE - Cecelia A. Watts died July 7, 2009. Born in Newport, R.I., Jan. 16, 1924, she was daughter of the late Manuel S. and Angelina L. Marks. She was married in 1942 to Paul V. Watts Sr., who made the Navy his career. He retired as master chief and made their home in Chesapeake for 48 years. She worked at GE and various nurseries, loving anything pertaining to horticulture. Her other hobbies included egg art, sewing, painting and gardening. She leaves a son, Paul V. Watts Jr.; two grandsons, Ronald Chandler of Arizona and Michael Chandler of Pennsylvania; and six great-grandchildren. Cecelia was predeceased by her brothers, August and Raymond formerly of Middletown, R.I., Lester formerly of California; and her sister, Louise Faria formerly of Portsmouth. She is also survived by her sister, Patricia Lees of Portsmouth, R.I.; 10 nieces and one nephew. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. in St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Virginia Beach., Make a memorial contribution |
Robert L. Webb ACCOMAC - Robert Linwood Webb, 63, died July 7, 2009. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Macedonia AME Church. Cooper & Humbles Funeral Co., Accomac, is in charge. |
Gaines Edward Webb, age 62 of Raven, Va., passed away Fri., July 3, 2009 at a local Richlands area hospital. He was born in Raven, Va., and was the son of Lucy Whitt Webb and the late Shannon Montague Webb. Gaines was a graduate from Richlands High School Class of 1966 and served in the U.S. Army and had worked for the Appalachian Electric Power Company as a lineman supervisor. He had lived in the Raven area most of his life other than the 20 years he lived in Huntington, W.Va., and he was a member of the American Legion. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Amber Marie Blankenship. Those who survive him are: his mother, Lucy Whitt Webb of Raven, Va.; his daughters: Lora Gaye Blankenship and husband Tim of Fuquay-Varina, N.C., Tracy Lynn Webb of Raleigh, N.C.; his sisters: Brenda Davis and husband Johnny of Raven, Va., Monica Richardson and husband Ronnie of Sharpsburg, Ga.; one brother, Garnett Webb and wife Martha of Bluefield, Va.; grandchildren, Salvatore Vicere, Ashlie, Alyssa and T.J. Blankenship. Funeral services for Gaines Webb will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wed., July 8, 2009 at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va., with the Rev. Dennis White and Rev. Vonley Pruitt. Interment will follow at the Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Va. Serving as pallbearers will be Johnny Davis, Toby Davis, Charley Davis, Ronnie Richardson, Joe Hayes and Arnold Wells. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640. Friends may call Tues. evening, July 7, from 6-9 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home of Richlands, Va., is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to send online condolences may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com. |
s will be held at noon on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate with the Rev. Shahn Wilburn and Charles Henderson officiating. Burial in the Newbern Cemetery, Newbern. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 11 a.m. until noon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105-1942. The family wishes to thank Dr. William Cox, Dr. John White, Dr. Hilary Lois, Dr. David Danner, Dr. Jarod Bailey, the 4th Floor Nursing Staff and the Rev. Porter Riner., Make a memorial contribution |
Darius A. Williams ELIZABETH CITY - Darius Antonio Williams, 22, died July 6, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church. Stallings Funeral Home is in charge. |
Laura Anne Williams, 42, of Arlington, Va., and formerly of Rocky Mount, Va., passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2009. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009, at West End Cemetery conducted by the Rev. Brad Simpson. The family will receive friends at Grubb Funeral Home on Saturday, July 11, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
. Friends may call on Friday afternoon, July 10, 2009, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Kegan S. Yezdanian Jr. HERTFORD - Kegan Sarkis Yezdanian Jr., 68, of the 100 block of Soundside Drive, died Wednesday, July 8, 2009, in Albermarle Hospital. Mr. Yezdanian was the son of the late Helen and Kegan Yezdanian Sr. He was a member of New Hope United Methodist Church, Durants Neck Volunteer Fire Dept., the Fraternal Order of the Police and he served our country as a member of the U.S. Air Force. Survivors include his wife, Ethel Joan Yezdanian; two sons, Richard A. Yezdanian and wife Dawn of Ronkonkoma, N.Y., and Keith Z. Yezdanian and wife Jolene of Elizabeth City; and two grandchildren, Jessika and Heather. Mr. Yezdanian was preceded in death by his sister, Lucy Kehayian. A celebration of Mr. Yezdanian's life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 11, in New Hope United Methodist Church with Pastor Bill Masciangelo officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Evans Funerals and Cremations of Edenton is serving the Yezdanian family., Make a memorial contribution |
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