Friday at 7 p.m. in Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. A Mass Of Christian burial will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Luke's Catholic Church by Father Silvio Kaberia. Interment will follow at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Friends may sign the guest register book at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St. in Pembroke with Pastor Terry Mays, Pastor Rob Lough, and Pastor Eddie Kendall officiating. Burial will follow in Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m.. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
Marie Altizer, 47, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Arena Family Cemetery. Maitland Funeral Home, Creswell, is in charge. |
s noon Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Sandra Averette's name to New Bible Baptist Church, 4421 Jay St. NE, Washington, D.C. 20019. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
Margaret H. Ayers PORTSMOUTH - Services for Margaret Hodges Ayers will be held at 3 p.m. today in Greenlawn Mausoleum Chapel. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
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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. |
In Loving Memory Laureen Bailey March 29, 1967 - July 14, 2008 A year has passed The tears are dry I can still feel your spirit Everyday that goes by In the eyes of your child Will your memory live through My precious Laureen Oh how I miss you Love Aunt Rachel, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk with the Rev. Clarence Hilling officiating. Arrangements by W.J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News., Make a memorial contribution |
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Evelyn R. Bellamy GATES - Evelyn Riddick Bellamy, 86, passed away July 9, 2009. A funeral will be held today at 1 p.m. in New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Gates. Stallings Funeral Chapel, Gatesville, is in charge. |
will be held in the Chapel of Light Mausoleum in Evergreen Burial Park on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 2 p.m. with Dr. Ken Scoggins officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 3 p.m. at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with the Rev. G.E. Stike officiating. The Bishop family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford., 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. |
. Friends may call on Tuesday afternoon for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
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Bullock, Leroy - Leroy Bullock, GySgt, USMC Ret, 94, Dumfries, VA On Friday, July 10, 2009 at 4:45 a.m., Leroy Bullock gently went to sleep in the .... |
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s will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 from 2 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem. To send condolences online, please register at, 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. |
. He was a member of Princess Anne United Methodist Church. Mr. Carolino was preceded in death by two brothers, Elurefe and Deciderio Carolino. Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Eudocia Rabaja Carolino; four sons, Hazael R. Carolino Jr. (Maria), Don R. Carolino (Sheila), Peter R. Carolino (Wendy) and Gil Carolino (Kristen), all of Virginia Beach; nine grandchildren, Rachel, Jonathan, Matthew, Joshua, Dylan, Jessica, Connor, Zachary and Colin; three brothers, Jerome, Virgilio, Flamin Carolino; and four sisters, Elemilie Dacanay, Sefora Cruz, Adoracion Tabiando, Eurica Afalla. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. A celebration of Mr. Carolino's life will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Princess Anne United Methodist Church by the Rev. Gel Samson. Interment will follow at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to Princess Anne United Methodist Church. Friends may send condolences to www.mem.com., 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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Aleta R. Cason VIRGINIA BEACH - Aleta R. Cason of the 2300 block of Seaboard Road died July 12, 2009. She was a receptionist for Liberty Tax Service and a member of Mt. Zion AME Church, Virginia Beach, and its choir. She participated in the Run for Life dealing with cancer patients. Survivors include a daughter, De'sire Cason of Virginia Beach; a son, Miles Cason of Virginia Beach; mother, Ruth Lewis Cason; father, Thaddeus Cason Sr. of Virginia Beach; a sister, Dana Boston (Michael) of Bristol, Va.; a brother, Thaddeus Cason Jr. (Saba) of Atlanta; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held Wednesday at noon in Mt. Zion AME Church, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Lonnie McClain presiding. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
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Jul 14, 2009 Daniel L. King, 53, of 149 Memory Lane, Martinsville, died Sunday, July 12, 2009, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Hairston Funeral Home will announce arrangements. |
is planned. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is in charge. |
will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Virginia Beach United Methodist Church. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018, or to the Hampton Roads Rotary Club, P.O. Box 66123, Virginia Beach, VA 23466-6123, or to the Virginia Beach United Methodist Church, 212 19th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
is planned at this time. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is in charge. |
will be held at 1 p.m. today in Greenlawn Cemetery. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes Chapel, Norfolk, is in charge. |
, Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 2 p.m., Baywood Wesleyan Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax., Make a memorial contribution |
. Friends may call at Serenity Wednesday, 12 noon to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home & Cremation Service., Make a memorial contribution |
Archie Lee Edwards, 71, of Pulaski, Va., formerly of Hillsville, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2009. Funeral arrangements by VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville., Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Faith Life Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
Donald Carter Erbe CORNWALL, N.Y. - Donald Carter Erbe, 82, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009, at the VA Medical Center in Hampton. Born April 1, 1927, in Southington, Conn., he was the son of the late William J. and Louise (Caron) Erbe. Donald was raised in Southington until moving to Cornwall where he lived most of his life. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the U.S. Air Force. He was a brokerage clerk for Farnstock & Co., director of the Visitor Travel Center, USMA at West Point, and a consultant for World Wide Travel in New York where he led various skiing and hiking trips for the center. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Air Force Sergeants Association, the Appalachian and Adirondack Mountain clubs. Donald is survived by two brothers, Raymond Erbe and his wife Frances of Norfolk and William Erbe of Wolcott; a sister, Dorothy Morse of New Britain; six nieces and nephews, Allan Erbe of Virginia Beach, Mary Lou Sentell of Dice, Ky., Debra Glover and her husband William of Portland, Maine, Robert Morse Jr. of Meriden, Conn., Chris Trombly and her husband Gary of East Granby, Conn., Mark Morse and his wife Melissa of Watertown, Conn.; and several great-nieces and -nephews. He was predeceased by a twin brother, Douglas Erbe and a sister Geraldine Erbe. A funeral will be held Saturday at 10:15 a.m. from the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington, Conn., to St. Thomas Church, 99 Bristol St., Southington, Conn., for a mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow in Quinnipiac Cemetery in Plantsville, Conn. Calling hours will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Appalachian Mountain Club, 5 Joy St., Boston, MA 02108. For online condolences and directions please visit,, Make a memorial contribution |
Edward Lee Everett Sr. Queen Esther Everett BOYKINS - A funeral for Edward Lee Everett Sr., 69, and Queen Esther Everett, 72, who died July 9, 2009, will convene Wednesday at Rising Star Baptist Church, Branchville, Va., at 1 p.m. Hood's Funeral Home, Conway, N.C., is in charge. |
will follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. You may offer your love and condolences to the family at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
Norris Fields NORFOLK - Norris Fields of the 500 block of W. 38th St. died July 8, 2009. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Jerusalem Baptist Church. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes Chapel, Norfolk, is in charge. |
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will be conducted Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Dr. Charles C. Baker officiating. Interment will follow in the Greenfield Baptist Church Cemetery with Military Honors to be conducted by the Highlands Veterans Honor Guard. Those wishing to express sympathy on line may do so by visiting www.farris, . The family will receive friends Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Farris Funeral Home. Farris Funeral Service, Main Street Chapel, 427 East Main Street, Abingdon, Va. is serving the Flannagan family., Make a memorial contribution |
Herman L. (Sleepy) Flinchum, 84, of Salem, died Monday, July 13, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
, 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2009, Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Arrangements by Frost Funeral Home of Abingdon, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be Wednesday, July 15, at 11 a.m. in Princess Anne Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made payable to: Stephanie Garrison, P.O. Box 62094, Virginia Beach, VA 23466. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted with only the family. Memorial donations may be made to . Arrangements are being handled by the Cremation & Burial Society of Hampton Roads., Make a memorial contribution |
Bette Nichols Gillespie, 80, of Roanoke, died Monday, July 13, 2009. Arrangements are by Oakey's North Chapel and Crematory, 540-362-1237., 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 |
s will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel at 11 a.m. with Elder Tim McGrady officiating. Burial will follow in the Isaac Banks Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynn, . Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family., Make a memorial contribution |
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Hallard T. Green Jr. GATES - Hallad T. "Tommie" Green Jr., 48, of Jernigan Lane, died July 9, 2009. A funeral will be held today at 1 p.m. in Stoney Branch Missionary Baptist Church. Hunter's Funeral Home, Gates, is in charge. |
. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church and the Willing Workers Sunday School Class. Since 1999, she has resided in Columbia, S.C. She enjoyed being in the outdoors doing all types of gardening and yard work. She was also an avid walker who was well known in her neighborhood. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ezra D. Griffin Sr.; a son, E. Daniel Griffin Jr., M.D.; three sisters, Mattie H. Briley, Minnie H. Bullock and Nellie Rae Harris; and one brother, H.B. Harris Jr. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Elaine G. Wiseman and William J. Wiseman of Portsmouth; son and daughter- in-law, Jerry W. Griffin and Susan M. Griffin of Columbia, S.C.; six grandchildren, Ashley G. Hollar and D. Tripp Griffin of Charlotte, N.C., Katie E. Wiseman of Elizabeth City, N.C. and Vicki E. Wiseman of Portsmouth and Marykate C. Griffin and Mitchell M. Griffin of Columbia, S.C.; three great- grandsons, Harris P., Griffin M. and Mason W. Hollar, all of Charlotte, N.C.; three sisters, Blanche H. Briley, Louise H. House and Martha H. Ward, all of Greenville. The funeral will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the First Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Pinewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends today 7 to 9 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home. Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be made to First Free Will Baptist Church, 2426 South Charles Blvd., Greenville, N.C. 27858. The family would like to extend their greatest appreciation to the staff at Wildewood Downs Retirement Center for the outstanding care they gave to "Miss Katie." Online condolences at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 16, at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
s, 11 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2009, Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. ColbertMoran Funeral Home, Gretna., Make a memorial contribution |
, the family will welcome friends at 613 Blue Lake Court, Virginia Beach, from 4 to 7 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
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. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the family to defray the cost of transporting Michael back to Kentucky for burial. Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Hwy. Chapel, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Of Trustee David " Junnie" Harrington Sr. April 2, 1925 - July 14, 2008 One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and enquire in his temple. Psalm 27:4 Gone from my sight, but never my memories. Gone from my touch, but never my heart. Until we meet again. "Junnie" & "Doll Baby" Forever Your devoted wife Mildred B. Harrington Card of Thanks With words of Gratitude and Appreciation, a special thanks for all acts of kindness and thoughtfulness shown during the illness and celebration of life for my dear husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. God Bless You All, Make a memorial contribution |
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. |
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Russell Everett Hicks Sr., 75, of Max Meadows died Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at his residence. Funeral service will be held Sunday, July 12, at 2 p.m. at the Barnett Funeral Chapel with Jerry Keegan MTC officiating. Interment will be in West End Cemetery with American Legion Post 9 conducting graveside military rites. He was born Nov. 21, 1933, in Gilliam, W.Va., son of the late William Albert and Mamie Elizabeth Turman Hicks. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was retired from Hicks Custom Welding which he owned and operated for over 20 years. He attended the Pentecostal Holiness church. At the age of 16, he trained elephants with the Ringling Bros. Circus. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Madeline "Judy" Docey and Estelle Chandler; and six brothers, Paul Hicks, Eugene Hicks, Raymond Hicks, Hasful Hicks, Joseph Hicks and infant Freddie Lee Hicks. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Helen Hicks of the home; two daughters, Sharon Hicks and Melissa Marie Hicks, both of Max Meadows; a son and daughter-in-law, Russell E. II and Darlene Hicks of Max Meadows; a brother, Jimmie Edward Hicks of New Philadelphia, Ohio; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Saturday, July 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
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In Loving Memory of Paul and Blanche HOLLEY Mom and Dad,, On Your 64th Anniversary, With each memory, we have, you again for a short while., Your love and your lives, we will never forget., Love you and Miss you, Judy & Michael, Susan & Bobby, Katie, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel with the Rev. Jim Rivers. A private inurnment will take place at a later date. The family will receive friends from 12 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., 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. |
s 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Southview United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 977-3909., 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. |
will be Wednesday, 11 a.m., in the West End United Methodist Church conducted by the Rev. Janet Richardson and the Rev Ann Blair with the interment in the West End Cemetery. Family will receive friends at Grubb Funeral Home, Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Suite 800, Washington, D.C. 20004. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens with the Rev. David Slayton officiating. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the charity of their choice. Please share a memory with the family at, 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. |
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will be conducted from the Swicegood Funeral Home chapel, Danville, Va., at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2009, with the Rev. Dr. Doug Barber officiating. Interment will follow in Schoolfield Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 14, 2009, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home and at other times will be located at the residence, 49 Milton Avenue, Danville, Va. Swicegood Funeral Home is serving the Kendrick family., Make a memorial contribution |
Kotania, Daphne - Daphne Amber Kotania Daphne A. Kotania, 48, of Charlottesville, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at her home. She was born in .... |
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Jacqueline Joy Huguley Little, 74, of Clifton Forge, Va., died Monday, July 13, 2009. Funeral 7 p.m. Tuesday, in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge., Make a memorial contribution |
Beverly Anne (Bev) Long, 63, of Salem, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009. Celebration 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at the Virginia Veterans Care Center Chapel. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
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Jul 14, 2009 Lucy Lawless Wood, 85, formerly of 827 Keel St., Martinsville, died Monday, July 13, 2009, at the Blue Ridge Rehab Center in Martinsville. She was the widow of Joe Henry Wood. Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home will announce arrangements. |
Henry P. Mabry Sr. PORTSMOUTH - Henry P. Mabry Sr., 80, of Wilkins Court, died July 10, 2009. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Fourth Baptist Church, 726 South St., Portsmouth. Viewing will begin Tuesday at noon in Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham St. |
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Leon Manley FRANKLIN - Leon Manley, of the 600 block of Green Ave., passed away July 10, 2009. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in AMEZ Church, Franklin. Elvin Vaughan Funeral Home is in charge. |
will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, at Trinity Episcopal Church by the Rev. Sue Crommelin, assisted by the Rev. James Browder. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be made to the Book of Remembrance, Trinity Episcopal Church or to the Friends of the Portsmouth Library., Make a memorial contribution |
Norma Lee Martin, 77, of Portola, Calif., formerly of San Jose, Calif., died Wednesday, July 8, 2009. She was born February 23, 1932. She is survided by her husband, Firmin (Bud) Martin; her son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Karen Martin; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and John Vankol; grandchild, Jesse Vankol; great-grandchildren, Nathaniel and Tanner Vankol. Services will be private. No flowers or other memorials. Cards can be sent to Kevin Martin, 2238 Maiden Lane, Roanoke, Va. 24015., Make a memorial contribution |
Mamie Maynard PORTSMOUTH - Services for Mamie Belle Farmer Maynard will be held at 11 a.m. today in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel with burial in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at a later date. The family request memorial donations be made to Carilion Hospice, 1615 Franklin Road Roanoke, Va. 24014 or the , P.O. Box 554 Roanoke , Va. 24003. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m., July 16, 2009, Nelson Cemetery, Fancy Gap. Arrangements by VaughanGuynnMcGrady Chapel, Hillsville., Make a memorial contribution |
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. |
In Loving Memory of James A. MILLER This is your third birthday in heaven. We love and miss you. Your influence is a flame that will shine brightly forever., Your wife, Mary,, daughters, Pat and Sandy,, son, Tim, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and brothers and sisters., Make a memorial contribution |
Emma L. Moore NEWPORT NEWS - Emma L. Moore, 90, died Saturday, July 11, 2009. A funeral will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
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Jul 14, 2009 The funeral for Murrell W. Lewis, 63, of Patrick Springs, who died July 10, 2009, was held Monday at Bassett Funeral Services, South Chapel, with Pastor David Freeman officiating. Burial was in the Lewis family cemetery at Vesta. Pallbearers were Allen Howell, Johnny Harter, Scott White, Brian Hodges, Brian Gill, David Wright, Richard Wright and Robert Janney. |
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Jul 14, 2009 N. "Arlene" Merriman Emerson, 85, of 3178 Sunset Road, Collinsville, died Sunday, July 12, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. She was born in Henry County on Aug. 16, 1923, to James Samuel Merriman and Ethel Byrd Merriman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas L. Emerson; a sister, Maxine Emerson; and two brothers, George Merriman and Curtis Merriman. She was a member of Clearview Wesleyan Church. Surviving are two daughters, Eunice E. Roberts of Collinsville and Becky Mabry of Martinsville; three sons, Jimmy Ray Emerson of Bassett, Jay L. Emerson and Ronnie Wayne Emerson, both of Martinsville; two stepsons, Thomas L. Emerson of Bassett and William "Bill" Eugene Emerson of Ridgeway; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Community Funeral Services in Ridgeway with Minister James Long officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. |
Surrounded by those who loved him most, Thomas Coleman Newman lost his battle with cancer on July 12, 2009, at age 62. He served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. Tom was also a member of First Church of the Brethren. He was an avid race fan and enjoyed his part in the Roanoke Valley Shag Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert H. Newman Jr. and Inez C. Newman; and two brothers, Robert H. Newman III and William Gray Newman. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Judy Newman; daughter and son-in-law, Leigh Ann Odenwelder and husband, Rob; son, Jason Newman; special granddaughter, Megan Odenwelder; very special nieces and nephews; two brothers-in-law, Ronald Whitlock and wife, Margaret and Jim Whitlock; and a special sister-in-law, Dr. Ann Newman. The family wishes to express special thanks to Dr. Daniel Temeles and the 10th floor Oncology nurses of Roanoke Memorial Hospital ., will be 10 a.m., Thursday, July 16, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, with Pastor Dava Hensley officiating. Inurnment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
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Jul 14, 2009 The funeral for Norsia Mae Gould, 91, of Buford, Ga., who died July 3, 2009, was held Saturday at Hairston Funeral Home in Martinsville with the Rev. Troy Beasley officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were family and friends. |
1 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at at Sherwood Memorial Park. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
Carrie H. Padrick GATES - Carrie Hill Padrick, 82, of the 1100 block of Drum Hill Road, died Monday, July 13, 2009, in Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk. Mrs. Padrick was born in Lenoir County, North Carolina, and was the daughter of the late Jesse and Sadie Thompson Hill. A homemaker, she was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Carroll Y. "Pat" Padrick Jr.; a daughter, Karen Padrick Hofler of Gates; and a sister, Sadie Marie Gregory of Austin, Texas. A funeral will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Miller Funeral Home, 304 Main St., Gatesville, by President Greg Casper. Burial will follow at 1 p.m. in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, 3920 Airline Blvd., Chesapeake. Friends may join the family Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the funeral home and all other times at the residence. Memorial contributions may be made to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Fast Offering, in care of Greg Casper, 845 Willeyton Road, Gates, NC 27937. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
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Clarence E. Perry VIRGINIA BEACH - Clarence E. Perry, 85, known as Uncle Luck, of the 300 block of Malibu Drive, passed away July 12, 2009. He was a native of Princess Anne County, and retired from New York China Factory. He was member of Upper Room Church on the Rock COGIC; he was an acting deacon, a member of the male chorus and gospel choir. He was a World War II veteran. Mr. Perry was especially known as Mr. Santa Claus or the singing candy man to many of the residents at Luther Manor where he resided. He leave to cherish his memory his wife, Rosa L. Perry; two daughters, Yvette and Carolyn of New York; one brother, Elder William H. Perry; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Upper Room Church on the Rock COGIC, 448 Rudder Road, Virginia Beach, with Pastor William H. Perry and Elder Timothy White presiding. Interment will follow in Saints Rest Cemetery, Virginia Beach. There will be a viewing Wednesday at 4 p.m. and the family will receive relatives and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. for remembrance and visitation at Beach Funeral Services Inc., 4456 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. You may offer condolences to the family online at, . Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel with the Rev. John Fox officiating. The interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home with the Rev. S.G. Bolt and Bishop James Raglin officiating. Interment will be at Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday July 14, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Maberry Funeral Home. Online Condolences may be left at www.maberrvfuneral, . Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution |
Elizabeth Winsett Rakes, 73, of Woodlawn, Va., passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009. Funeral 11 a.m., Thursday, July 16, 2009, VaughanGuynnMcGrady Chapel, Hillsville., Make a memorial contribution |
Georgette M. Ramella CHESAPEAKE - Georgette Martha Ramella passed away July 13, 2009. Georgette was born in Paterson, N.J., to the late Otto Cantone and Martha (Tackles) Cantone. She was also predeceased by husband of 45 years, John Ramella. Left to cherish her memory are sons, Gary Ramella and Glenn Ramella; grandchildren, Patricia, Lindsey and Jeff; great-grandchildren, Cameron and Logan. The family will receive friends Thursday, July 16, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Stephen Martyr Catholic Church with a Mass to follow at noon. Twifords Funeral Home, Chesapeake, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Marie Owens Ratchford MANTEO - Marie Owens Ratchford, 93, died Monday, July 13, 2009, at the Outer Banks Hospital. Born Nov. 7, 1915, in Columbia, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Robert Valentine Owens and Martha Ida Alexander Owens. Mrs. Ratchford was a homemaker, a member of Manteo Baptist Church and a longtime member of the Rebekah Lodge No. 152. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, "Bubbles" Daniels; two sisters, Alma Doty and Thelma Snell; a brother, Leon Owens; husbands, Robert P. Huffstetler Jr., formerly of Gastonia, N.C., George R. Ratchford, formerly of Gastonia, and Roy W. Wescott, formerly of Manteo. She is survived by a son, Roy Wescott Jr. and wife Kathy of Manteo; a brother, Robert V. "Bobby" Owens Jr. of Manteo; a sister, Clara Mae Shannon of Manteo; a son-in-law, John W. "Bill" Daniels of Manteo; seven grandchildren, Karen Dane of Manteo, Ken Daniels of Manteo, Karla Farquarson of Gastonia, Kimberly Hunt of Greensboro, N.C., Julie Wescott of Richland, Mo., Angela Sanders of Hephzibah, Ga., and Victor Wescott of Hawaii; two step-grandchildren, Wendy Gyellenhoff of Richmond, Va., and Joe Roland of Seattle; and 15 great-grandchildren and two great- great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at Manteo Baptist Church Thursday, July 16, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Ken Simpson officiating. Burial will be in the Manteo Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bubbles Daniels Scholarship Fund, c/o Mount Olivet United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 787, Manteo, NC 27954 or to the , 930B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834. Visit, to sign the online register., Make a memorial contribution |
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Richardson Sr., Billy Wayne - Billy Wayne Richardson Sr. Billy Wayne Richardson Sr., 73, of 208 Nelson Ave., died Sunday, July 12, 2009, at Roman Eagle Memorial Home. Born .... |
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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. |
2 p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2009 in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution |
Lelia Boothe Saunders, 91, of Alexandria, Va., formerly of Roanoke, Va., died July 12, 2009. Services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at Evergreen Burial Park. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem, 389-9208., Make a memorial contribution |
at 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Kilmarnock Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 1295, Kilmarnock or Kilmarnock- Lancaster Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 333, Kilmarnock, VA 22482., Make a memorial contribution |
Ajack Scott Sr. SUFFOLK - Dr. Ajack Scott Sr., of the 100 block of Hillside Ave., passed away July 8, 2009. A funeral will be held Friday at noon in Tabernacle Christian Church. Crocker Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge. |
Shubert, Margaret Marple - Margarget Marple Shubert Margaret Marple Shubert passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009 at Prince William Hospital, Manassas with her loved ones at her side. .... |
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Theodore J. Smith NORFOLK - Theodore Jefferson "Smitty" Smith of the 5400 block of Tidewater Drive died July 5, 2009. A funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Homes Chapel, Norfolk, is in charge. |
will be held 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2009, from The Upper Room Church in Roanoke with the Rev. Roger Smith officiating. Online condolences may be emailed to ljhsum10@yahoo. com or by visiting, . Arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 140 Floyd Ave, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Thursday at noon at Eastern Shore Chapel Cemetery with the Rev. Rob Pittman officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the ASPCA or charity of the donor's choice. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., 2002 Laskin Road, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
s, Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Centennial Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
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. |
. The burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Special Persons Mailing Service, 4716 Tulip Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. Condolences can be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
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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. |
will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. Arrangements were handled by Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norview Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
with military honors will be held Wednesday, July 15, at Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg, Va., at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Stewart McCarter and the Rev. Jonathan Rissmiller officiating. Friends may join the family for visitation at Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, today from 7 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Southside Baptist Church, 917 Carolina Road, Suffolk, VA 23434. Special thanks to DaVita Great Bridge for the special and professional care they gave. Condolences may be registered online at, Make a memorial contribution |
John Douglas Tate, 24, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at his home on Danner Road, Max Meadows. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church with the Rev. Wayne Monroe officiating. He persevered through 20 years of countless medical procedures for the treatment of spina bifida's debilitating effects. He endured this hardship only due to the special care provided by his mother. He was a member of Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church. He attended Fort Chiswell High School where he was active in JROTC and enjoyed his experiences in the automotive shop. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, John C. Baker of Radford. Survivors include his mother, Sherry Tate; grandmothers, Fay McGhee and Gerlene Baker; two uncles, Beau Baker and Randy Semones; an aunt, Sheila Hamm; close friends, Robert and Rene Thompson, James and Sherry Fisher, Sonja and Richard Cregger; and numerous other extended family members. The family will receive friends Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. (service time) at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to the Tate Memorial Fund in care of Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Thurman E. Taylor POWELLSVILLE - Thurman E. Taylor, 67, of the 1100 block of Oak Drive, passed away July 11, 2009. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Hunter's Funeral Home, Ahoskie, is in charge. |
Thomas, Nellie Jackson - Nellie (Mrs. Roy S.) Thomas Jr. Nellie Jackson Phillips Thomas departed this life on Saturday, July 11, 2009. She was the widow of Roy .... |
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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. |
William A. Thompson Jr. CHESAPEAKE - William A. "Bill" Thompson Jr., 68, of the 500 block of Summit Ridge Drive, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Williamsburg, he was the son of the late William A. Sr. and Alma Walls Thompson. Bill was a graduate of James Blair High School, Williamsburg, and Virginia Tech where he earned a Professional Degree of Architecture. He was a founding partner of Thompson and Wright Architects Ltd., Chesapeake. He was a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Constructions Specifications Institute, where he held positions in the local, state and national levels. He was also a member of the Virginia Board of Housing. Bill was a member of the Chesapeake Rotary Club, Friends of the Chesapeake Parks, the Masonic Lodge, and was a coach of several sports teams for the Chesapeake City Parks and Recreation. Other memberships include the Virginia Archeological Society where he held numerous positions including state president. He was actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America including numerous positions at the local, state and national levels. He was a member of James River Baptist Church, Williamsburg. Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years, Anna Katherine "Kitty" Thompson; a daughter, Huntley Thompson Kendall and husband David; a son, William A. Thompson III and wife Janis; grandchildren, Sadie, Scarlett and Tilly Mae Thompson and Peyton Crew Kendall; a brother, Charles F. Thompson and wife Pam; a mother-in-law, Eva McCormick Horne; a niece, Tracy Christie; a nephew, Barry Thompson; an uncle, John A. Walls; as well as an aunt, Inez Walker. The funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 16, at Great Bridge Baptist Church, 640 Battlefield Blvd. South, Chesapeake. The Rev. Charles L. Moseley will officiate. The interment will be at 3 p.m. Thursday in James River Baptist Church Cemetery, 4931 Centerville Road, Williamsburg. The viewing will begin Wednesday with the family receiving friends from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Memorial contributions may be made to ComfortCare Hospice, 667 Kingsborough Square No. 201, Chesapeake, VA 23322; the William A. Thompson Jr. Memorial Fund to benefit the Pipsico Boy Scout Camp Maintenance Fund c/o any Monarch Bank Branch or to the Kittewan Plantation, Archaeological Society of Virginia. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
. Friends may call at Serenity, Tuesday, 2 to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services., Make a memorial contribution |
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WRIGHT, Mary Walker, 88, of Highland Springs, died July 12, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Wright Sr. She is survived by six children, Don Wright and wife, Lou, Leroy Wright Jr. and wife, Mary, Carol Cornell and husband, Bruce, Carlton Wright and wife, Joan, Linda Perry and husband, Jimmy, and Howard Wright; 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and sisters, Sarah Throckmorton, Lilly Pulling and Doris Eisenhower. Private burial. |
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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 |
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. |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009, in the Horne Funeral Chapel with Pastor Fred Fryer officiating. Interment in Sunset Cemetery. The Webb family is in the care of Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. (382-2612) On line condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneral, Make a memorial contribution |
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. |
In Loving Memory of Rhonda Marie WEEKS, Who left us seven years ago today, and my sister,, Doris Bralley, who left us three months ago today., Together Forever, A life so young released to Heaven, Left on earth, we wonder, "Why?", But some are sent to us briefly, Some have spirits meant to fly., I miss both of you so much., Carol, Make a memorial contribution |
Darless Weikle, 67, of Dublin passed away Monday, July 13, 2009. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution |
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Jul 14, 2009 The funeral for William "Billy" Lloyd Thompson, 26, of Henry, who died July 11, 2009, was held Monday at the graveside at the Thompson family cemetery with the Rev. Bobby McGhee officiating. Pallbearers were Daniel Zachwieja, Mike Zach, Jason Gillispie, Duane Thompson, Donnie Sizemore and Zeke Whisnant. Arrangements were by Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett Chapel. |
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. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown. com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory is serving the Williamson Family., Make a memorial contribution |
Jonathan M. Wilson Sr. HERTFORD - Jonathan Michael Wilson Sr., 37, of the 100 block of Nixon St., died July 10, 2009. A memorial Mass will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. in St. Anne Catholic Church, Edenton. Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, Edenton, is in charge. |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2009, in Augusta Stone Presbyterian Church in Fort Defiance by the Rev. Beth McCray. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery and a reception will be held in John Craig Hall. Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at Sherwood Memorial Park on Thursday, July 16, 2009, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Brenda Rowe of Melrose Baptist Church officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider the S.P.C.A. of Roanoke., Make a memorial contribution |
Harold T. Witcher, 65, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Clyde Alex Witt, age 93 of the Witten Valley community of Tazewell, Va., died Wed., July 1, 2009 at Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital. Born May 21, 1916 at Pisgah, Va., he was a son of the late Charles C. Witt, Sr. and Josephine Boothe Witt. Mr. Witt was a retired coal miner having worked 36 years for Consolidated Coal Company at Bishop, Va. He was a member of the UMWA Local #6025 at Bishop, Va., where he received a 50-year membership pin. Mr. Witt was a faithful member of the Maxwell First Church of God, where he was distinguished as the oldest member, and had served as Chairman on the board of trustees for many years. He loved the beauty and serenity of the outdoors; being an avid outdoorsman he was a former member of the Tazewell County Sportsman's Club, and he loved to work in the garden. Of all that could be said about Mr. Witt, the cause of Christ and his family were his priorities and the joys of his life. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Stella Gray Witt; his eldest daughter, Frances Jane Rye "Lovejoy"; five brothers, Raymond Witt, Charles C. Witt, Jr., Albert Witt, J.W. "Denny" Witt, and P.D. "Buck" Witt; one sister, Viola Stillwell. Survivors include two daughters, Edith Stella "Edie" Keenon and husband, Rodney, and Lena Josephine "Jo" Jones and husband, Eli, all of Witten Valley, Va.; two grandchildren, Dr. Jennifer Ayn Jones of Blacksburg, Va., and Joseph Alex Jones and wife, Jennifer Rachael Labowitz-Jones, of Garnet Valley, Pa.; one great-granddaughter, Sophia Gray Jones; one sister, Mary Elizabeth Harrison of Salem, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Janice Witt of Baptist Valley, Va., and Edith J. Puckett of Pounding Mill, Va.; special cousin, whom he loved as a daughter, Christine Davison of Tazewell, Va.; special friends, J.C. and Eleanor McCann of Burkes Garden, Va.; special friends and caregivers, Ola Whitt, Diedra Whitt, Bernice Sparks, and Virginia Hinkle. Funeral services for Mr. Clyde Alex Witt were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sun., July 5, 2009 at Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell, Va., with Dr. Claude D. Oliver, Jr. and Rev. Trevor Belcher officiating, Burial followed at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Friends and family served as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home after 12:30 p.m. Sun., July 5, 2009. In lieu of or in addition to floral tributes, the family request memorial donations be made to Legacy Hospice: 1963 2nd Street, Richlands, VA 24641. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Tazewell, Va., served the family of Mr. Witt and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com. |
Larry Charles Wood, 67, of Wytheville, died Wednesday, July 8, 2009. He was the son of the late Charles M. and Phyllis Bussard Wood, and was a member of Wytheville Presbyterian Church. . He was preceded in death by one sister, Jean Davis. He is survived by his wife, Judy Wood; daughters and son-in-law, Lisa and Gary Vaught of Rural Retreat and Heather Wood of Wytheville; son and daughter-in-law, Michael Sean and Dara Wood of Wytheville; sisters and son-in-law, Linda S. Wood of Atlanta, Ga., and Cheryl W. and Terry Crawford of Piney Flats; brothers and sister-in-law, Jimmy Wood of Apopka, Fla., and Jerry and Kay Wood of Chilhowie; and seven grandchildren, Dallas Vaught, Aaron Vaught, Daron Vaught, Shaunna Wood, Seth Dunford, Josh Dunford and Charles Wood. A graveside service will be held Sunday, July 12, at 1 p.m. at West End Cemetery. The service will be conducted by the Rev. Brad Simpson. The family will receive friends at Grubb Funeral Home Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Grubb Funeral Home, Wytheville, is in charge of arrangements. |
will be held 12 noon, Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. No visitation. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
will begin later that same evening at 7 p.m. in the chapel followed by an additional period of visitation until 9 p.m. The Rev. Levern Bowman will officiate. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Wright family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
s 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Mullins Funeral Home in Radford., Make a memorial contribution |
Harold Roosevelt Yates Jr., 50, of Wytheville died Thursday, July 2, 2009. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 8, at 11 a.m. at the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in the Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church Cemetery. He was the son of the late Harold Roosevelt Yates Sr. and the late Caroline Ramsey Yates Hicks. Survivors include a daughter, Candy Yates of Tennessee; three sons, David Yates of Tennessee, Jamie Yates of Maryland and Wesley Coe of Wytheville; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Oma and Ozzy Osborne of Maryland, Alice Hart of Kentucky, Donna Albright of Woodstock, Eva and Tony Smith of Kentucky; a brother and sister-in-law, Brian and Tabitha Yates of Delaware; and many nieces and nephews. Grubb Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. |
Lillian E. Zimmer VIRGINIA BEACH - Mrs. Lillian E. McAnnally-Zimmer, 87, died peacefully in her sleep July 11, 2009, after a long illness. She is survived by a son, two daughters, and four grandchildren. Services are private. Altmeyer Funeral Home 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, is charge of the arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
, a luncheon was held for the family at the home of Cammie and her husband Chris Phillips. A special thanks to the Churchland Home staff for there care and kindness during Gertrude's stay. Gertrude's favorite saying was: "It's a good life, if you don't weaken." Gertrude was truly loved by her family and will be missed by many. May she rest in peace! Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Make a memorial contribution |
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