will be held in September in New Jersey. Information will be posted in The Asbury Park Press for details. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at Fair View Cemetery on Saturday, August 8, 2009, at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 7, 2009, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 10 a.m. Friday. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be at 12 noon on Thursday, August 6, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
will be Friday at 11 a.m. at Brevard Memorial Park at Frontenac, August 7, 2009. North Brevard Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Calling hours 9 to 1 0 a.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of the Comforter, 605 Montgomery Rd., Altamonte Springs, Fla. 32714., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday from Temple Emanuel, with Rabbi Kathy Cohen officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorials be made to The American Red Cross (352 Church Avenue SW, Roanoke, Va. 24016), S.C.O.R.E. (Poff Federal Building, Suite 716, 250 Franklin Road, Roanoke, Va. 24011), or the Roanoke Valley SPCA (P.O. Box 11863, Roanoke, Va. 24022). Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Mary B. Bartholomew, 92, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Pamela Vaught BARTLETT 6/1/1960 8/6/1982, Sadly Missed and Loved,, Mom, Dad & Jeff, Make a memorial contribution |
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Funeral services for Morris Bland Jr. will be conducted at noon on Friday from Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, Petersburg; the Rev. Jeffery Reaves, pastor, and the Rev. Earl Thompson officiating. Interment will be at the Bland's Family Cemetery, Sutherland, Va. Funeral services under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
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Ronnie E. Bloodworth CHESAPEAKE - Ronnie E. Bloodworth, 41, of the 900 block of State St., died Aug. 2, 2009. A funeral will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in Samuels Chapel Pentecostal Church, Moyock, N.C. Graves Funeral Home is in charge. |
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s will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel, 2 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2009., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Olive Branch Cemetery by the Rev. Phillip J. Parker. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
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. He is survived by his wife, June E. Bradley; a daughter, Jacquelynn Ann Hendrix and her husband Hugh of Lynchburg, Va.; a son, John W. Bradley Jr. and his wife Barbara of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren, Hugh Jacob Hendrix, Charles Hendrix, Arielle Hendrix and John W. Bradley III. The family will receive friends Saturday from 2 to 3 p.m. in Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the , 500 E. Plume St., Norfolk, VA 23510 or to the , P.O. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720. Please share a memory with the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Bernice H. Browder, age 75, of 21203 Butterwood Road, Petersburg, departed this life Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. She was born in Dinwiddie County April 5, 1934, to the late Anderson and Vernell Harrison. Mrs. Browder was active in her church where she sang with the church choir and was on the Pastor's Aide Commity until her declining health. She accepted Christ at an early age and loved serving the Lord. She was preceded in death by her sister, Doris Lee, and her brother, James L. Harrison. Surviving are: her devoted husband of 56 years, Mr. Theodore R. Browder; one daughter, Betty Browder; one grandson, Marlon Browder; two great-grandchildren, Malaysia and Marlon Browder Jr.; one uncle, Mr. Edward Godsey; one aunt, Ms. Magaline Hopkins, both of Chester, Pa.; two sisters-in-law, Ms. Erline Harrison LaSane and Ms. Elyse Browder; four nephews, Joseph, Earl, James (Jay) Winfield and James Harrison; two godchildren, Rasheda Harrison and Frances Dowling; several cousins and devoted friends. A homegoing service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at the Rocky Branch Baptist Church, Sutherland, Va. with the Rev. L.C. Robinson officiating. The interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence one hour prior to the service. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please visit us at our Web site, www.blandenterprisesinc.com. |
in the church fellowship hall. Memorials may be made to the First Assembly of God Church Youth House Ministries, 812 Wingina Ave., Manteo, NC 27954., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, in Rosewood Memorial Park. Entombment will follow in the mausoleum. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, today from 4 to 6 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
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Regina Byrd CHESAPEAKE - Regina "Candy" Byrd of the 2900 block of Fireside Road, died Aug. 3, 2009. A funeral will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Fitchett Funeral Home Chapel. |
Charles C. Caldwell II VIRGINIA BEACH - Charles Clinton Caldwell died Aug. 3, 2009, at Seaside Health Center, Atlantic Shores, following an extended illness. The family will receive friends at the home of Bill and Ginny Merritt, 1369 Dunstan Lane, in Thoroughgood, Friday, Aug. 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. A celebration of Charlie's life will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home Kempsville Chapel, at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Private internment will be in Princess Anne Memorial Park., Make a memorial contribution |
Hubert Cherry WINDSOR - Hubert Cherry, 70, of the 2100 block of Governor's Road, died Aug. 3, 2009. A funeral will be Saturday at noon in Mount Ararat Baptist Church. Gilliam Funeral Home is in charge. |
1 p.m., Saturday, at Stuart Cemetery. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Services, Inc., Stuart., Make a memorial contribution |
Gerald J. Codrington SUFFOLK - Gerald Joseph Codrington, 69, of the 300 block of Bolt St., died Aug. 2, 2009. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Crocker Funeral Home. |
Donovan R. Colonna JAMESVILLE - Donovan Rudolph Colonna, 93, husband of Evelyn Killmon Colonna and a resident of Jamesville, passed away Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Shore Memorial Hospital. A native of Bridgetown, Va., he was the son of the late George Samuel and Olevia Richardson Colonna. He retired from Wilson Trucking Inc. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church, and was a 42-year member of the Exmore Ruritan Club. Other than his wife, he is survived by three grandsons, Jeffrey Johnson of El Paso, Texas, Chris Johnson and his wife Robbie of Vidalia, Ga., and Donnie Johnson of Jamesville; two great-grandchildren, Matt and Meagan Johnson of Vidalia; a brother, William Tyler Colonna of Onancock; and a sister, Georgia Colonna Arendts of Virginia Beach. Mr. Colonna was predeceased by a daughter, Peggy Colonna Johnson and a son, Joe Gale Colonna. The funeral will be conducted Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at 11 a.m. in Bethel United Methodist Church with the Rev. Judith Worthington and the Rev. Jack Pruitt officiating. Interment will follow in Belle Haven Cemetery. Family will join friends Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Bettie Nuckols, P.O. Box 224, Jamesville, VA 23398. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, . Arrangements made by Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore., Make a memorial contribution |
s at Oakey's South Chapel. Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospitals, c/o Kazim Temple, 628 Campbell Ave. S.W, Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. 1-540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at 10 a.m., Saturday, August 8, 2009, at Resurrection Catholic Church with Pastoral Coordinator Chris Barrett officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m., Friday, August 7, 2009, at Resurrection Catholic Church, Moneta. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Kelly Buccola and Gentle Shepherd Hospice for their outstanding care. To send condolences online, please visit, . Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Smith Mountain Lake, 540-721-9375., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Annie W. Connor January 12, 1907 - August 6, 2003 We miss you! The Connor Family, Make a memorial contribution |
Coralea M. Love |
Aug 6, 2009 Coralea Morris Love, 68, of Collinsville, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilson and Louise Crook Morris. Surviving are her husband, Doug Love; three children, Susie Moore of Harrison, Tenn., Fredona Aaron of Union Hall and Kim Schenkel of Los Gatos, Calif; six grandchildren; a brother, Ben Morris; and a sister, Rose Cobbs. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Fort Trial Baptist Church with Dr. Joey McNeill officiating. Burial will be in Franklin Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Memorials may be made to Fort Trial Baptist Church, 170 Oak Level Road, Stanleytown, Va. 24168. Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, is in charge of arrangements. |
Corkran, Jeanne P. - Jeanne P. Corkran Jeanne P. Corkran passed away at Potomac Hospital on August 2, 2009. She is preceded in death by her son, Bruce .... |
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Ronnie G. Cowell NORFOLK - Ronnie Gertrude Cowell of the 400 block of E. Berkley Ave. died July 29, 2009. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in New Rising Sun Baptist Church, Berkley. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. |
Claudine L. Cox PORTSMOUTH - Claudine Leathers Cox was born Nov. 1, 1935, in Tarboro, N.C. She was the third of six children born to the late Dock and Bennie Wilkins Leathers. When she was about 5-years-old, her parents moved the family to Portsmouth. As a child, Claudine loved school and did very well academically. She made friends easily even though she was somewhat shy. Her friends led her to attend church at First Baptist South Portsmouth, where her parents eventually joined due to her enthusiasm. Claudine sang in the young adult choir, worked with Vacation Bible School and worked with youth. She attended Portsmouth Public Schools and graduated from I.C. Norcom and later from the Norfolk Division of Virginia State College. It was no surprise that she would choose to pursue a degree in education. While attending Norfolk State, she was a majorette (a "Golden Girl") with the band. Claudine began a career with Portsmouth Public Schools in 1960 and retired in 1997. Her last teaching position was with Churchland High School as an English teacher. Claudine loved her church and family and relished the time she spent with them. She attended Faith Evangelical Church of Portsmouth. She looked forward to weekly family reunions at her house on Sundays. Her husband, Leslie O. Cox Sr., parents and sister, Annie L. Redd Chavis, predeceased Claudine. She is survived by one daughter, Claudia Cox-Wynn; three sons, Leslie O. Cox Jr., David A. Cox and Antony J. Cox; grandchildren, Johnny Barrow-Cox, Faith and Christian Wynn, Jadira Leslie Jones, Demarcus Greene; special "daughters," LaNita and Rita; sisters, Lizzie L. Godley and Velma L. Brown (Redell); brothers, Isaac Marshall Leathers (Barbara) and the Rev. Marvin Leathers (the Rev. Phyllis Leathers) and many relatives and friends. A funeral will take place at First Baptist Church South Portsmouth, 1445 Centre Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23704 on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 11 a.m. A wake will be held at Corprew Funeral Home Friday, Aug. 7., Make a memorial contribution |
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Maxine E. Craig VIRGINIA BEACH - Maxine E. "Max" Craig, 70, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, surrounded by family. She was born Jan. 16, 1939, in New Smyrna Beach, Fla., to Idell Colley Davis and Mack Bentley. Maxine attended Morgan State University where she met her husband of 50 years, Ronald "Ron" Craig. Max and Ron lived in New York and Connecticut before settling in Virginia Beach, developing a large network of beloved friends. She retired from the Virginia Beach school system. She was a member of New Life Providence Church and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Maxine is survived by her husband, Ronald; daughters, Ronye Davis and Kendahl Craig, both of Virginia Beach, Bari Craig Tiggett of Conover, N.C.; son, Guy Craig of Baltimore; as well as her brother, stepmother, six grandchildren, sons and daughters in-law, sisters-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Maxine loved flowers, but those who wish to make a memorial donation to cancer research, are encouraged to do so. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in New Life Providence Church, Virginia Beach. Interment will be in Princess Anne Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. A wake will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Irene Crowe of Roanoke, Va., passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Roanoke Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Fleetwood Cuffee Sr. NORFOLK - Fleetwood Cuffee Sr., 59, of the 1200 block of Thistle St., passed away Aug. 1, 2009. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in United House of Prayer, 1433 Whittamore Road, Chesapeake. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Daniel T. Mayhew |
Aug 6, 2009 Daniel T. Mayhew, 88, of Moneta, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Bassett Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. |
In Loving Memory of Jackie DICKSON Missing you on your Birthday., We Love You., Mama and Jessica, Eric, Larry, and the whole family., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Jacqueline Lee DICKSON 8-6-1968 2-5-2009, There is a hole in my heart and life without you!, Happy Birthday and Anniversary., I will love you 4 eber and eber, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Art Wingfield officiating. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
Jessie Irene Easter, 88, of Woodlawn, Va., passed away Sunday, August 2, 2009. Funeral 1 p.m., Saturday, August 8, 2009, VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville., Make a memorial contribution |
will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Dunamis Christian Center, Newport News, Va. J.T. Fisher Funeral Services is in charge. |
Eleanor S. Mullins |
Aug 6, 2009 A graveside service for Eleanor Jean Stone Mullins, 82, of Bassett, who died Aug. 2, 2009, was held Wednesday at Roselawn Burial Park with the Rev. Betty Marshall officiating. Pallbearers were Robert Petty, John Philpott, Joe Philpott, Charlie Philpott, Hiram Dillon and Ken Dillon. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory handled arrangements. |
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Estelle O. Bryant |
Aug 6, 2009 Estelle O. Bryant The funeral for Estelle Odell Bryant of Martinsville, who died Aug. 2, 2009, was held Wednesday at Christ Episcopal Church with the Rev. Dr. Ellen Hanckel and the Rev. Sam Frazier officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Jake Aaron, George Brown, Cam Frazier, Mark Hudson, Jim Odell, Quessell Scott and Mike Ware. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville handled arrangements. |
Eulala H. Foley |
Aug 6, 2009 The funeral for Eulala Hundley Harris Foley, 81, of Bassett, who died Aug. 2, 2009, was held Wednesday at the Eanes, Harris and Ferris Cemetery with the Rev. Anne Sisson officiating. Pallbearers were Curtis Whitlow, David Hundley, JoJo Hundley, Leroy Harris, Ran Denny, Thomas Watkins, Willard Via and H.G. Austin. Bassett Funeral Service handled arrangements. |
will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2009, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Burial will follow at East Hill Cemetery. Deacon Richard Britt will officiate. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to the for research at 2840 Electric Road Suite 106-A in Roanoke, Virginia 24018. Online condolences to the family may be made at, . The Farmer family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
Allene M. Ferguson VIRGINIA BEACH - Allene M. Ferguson, 97, entered into the heavenly presence of our Lord and Savior on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Virginia Beach. Mrs. Ferguson was in retail with Nachmans, LaVogue and Rices Nachmans. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Newport News, where she was a member of The Swinging Singers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell C. Ferguson; two brothers; and three sisters. Mrs. Ferguson is survived, and will be deeply missed by her daughter, Betty Ferguson Thomas and her husband Michael of Virginia Beach; her son, Willard F. Britt of Baton Rouge, La.; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. The family would like to express their appreciation for the love and care given to Allene by Dependable Care Givers, and to the staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help during her stay there. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Peninsula Funeral Home. The funeral will follow at the funeral home at noon, officiated by the Rev. Dennis Adams. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. "He will wipe every tear from their eyes." Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Music Ministry, 12716 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23606., Make a memorial contribution |
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Fred D. Harris |
Aug 6, 2009 The funeral for Fred Dewey Harris, 87, of Martinsville, who died Aug. 2, 2009, was held Wednesday at Norris Funeral Services with the Rev. Kathy Gochenour officiating. Entombment was in Roselawn Abbey. Pallbearers were Michael L. Smith, Jerry R. Harris, Daryl Powell, Tony Harris, Barbara Martin and Rita Powell. |
Cleo Mae Freeman WINDSOR - Cleo Mae Freeman, 63, of the 100 block of Cremo Road, died Aug. 3, 2009. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Hunter's Funeral Home, Ahoskie, is in charge. |
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Melvin M. Gallop Jr. NORFOLK - Melvin M. Gallop Jr., 40, of the 300 block of Fort Worth Ave., died Aug. 4, 2009. A funeral will be held Friday, Aug. 7, at 11 a.m. in New Greater Mount Sinai Baptist Church, 5375 Blackwater Loop, Virginia Beach. Graves Funeral Home is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
James Patrick Gillespie, 68, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Mr. Harvey Lee Grandison, 68, of 20412 Mason Town Drive, Stony Creek, Va., entered into eternal rest and peace on Tuesday morning, Aug. 4, 2009, at the Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. He was born March 8, 1941, in Dinwiddie County to the late Joseph and Erlene Grandison. At an early age, he confessed Christ and became a member of the Rocky Mount Baptist Church, McKenney, Va., where he remained a faithful member until his health prevented him from doing so. There at his home church, he was an active member of the Usher Board. He was employed at Brett Aggretts Co. until his retirement. Harvey leaves to cherish his memories a devoted wife of 49 years, Loretta Grandison of Stony Creek; three children, Roy Grandison (Lozella) of DeWitt, Va., the Rev. Roletta Banks of McKenney and Harvey Grandison Jr. of Stony Creek; one stepmother, Barbara Grandison of New York; six half-brothers, Norman Grandison, David Grandison, Lawrence Grandison, Bobby Grandison, Roy Grandison, all of New York, and Paul Grandison of New Jersey; two aunts, Herlene Flowers and Eleanor Sprately, both of Stony Creek; and one uncle, Willie B. Taylor (Mary Lee) of Dinwiddie. He also leaves four brothers-in-law, Gordon Winfield (Norma) of Chesterfield, Va., Thurman Winfield (Frances) of Richmond, Va., Jessie Winfield (Carolyn) of Petersburg, Va., and Waverly Massenburg (Lillian) of Petersburg, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Irene Harrison (Jordan) and Jennie Freeman, both of Richmond; six grandchildren, Rolette Boykins (George), LeNeir Grandison, Nija Banks, Judith Grandison, Kianah Curtis and Jerome Curtis; one great-grandchild, George Boykins Jr.; and a host of other cousins and friends. A home going service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at Rocky Mount Baptist Church with his daughter, the Rev. Loretta Banks, eulogizing. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Public viewing will be held on Friday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, (804) 478-4411. |
will be held Saturday, Aug. 8, at 11:30 a.m. in All Saints Episcopal Church, 1969 Woodside Lane, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the or Lee's Friends. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held Saturday, August 8, 2009, in Conecuh County, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the , 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 6, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
2 p.m., Thursday, Vesta Pentecostal Holiness Church. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Services, Inc., Stuart., Make a memorial contribution |
Evelyn Cuthrell Harris SHILOH - Evelyn Cuthrell Harris, 77, of the 100 block of One Mill Road, died Aug. 4, 2009. The funeral will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Twiford's Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City. |
Funeral services for Mr. Raymond W. Harris will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Peter R. Jeffery, pastor of First Baptist Church (West Petersburg), Petersburg, Va., officiating. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 12:30 p.m. at the funeral establishment. The family will assemble noon at 6127 Duncan Road, Apt. L, Petersburg, Va., the day of the services. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Harris online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
s will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the park pavilion by Little Island Fishing Pier, 3820 S. Sandpiper Road, Sandbridge, Va. In lieu of flowers, potted plants for a memorial garden the family will be starting would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
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Louise Hoggard AHOSKIE - Louise Hoggard, 82, of the 300 block of Flea Hill Road, died Aug. 4, 2009. A funeral will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Wilder's Funeral Home Chapel, Rich Square. |
time at the funeral home. Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va., is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory April Hudgins December 23, 1976 - August 6, 2007 My Angel We love and miss you. Love, Mom, Make a memorial contribution |
Mary Peden Hall Humphries, 73, of Macon, Ga., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009. Born in Virginia, she was the daughter of the late James Peden and Lillie Mae Springfield Peden. She was retired from Brown and Williamson after 37 years of service. She was a member of the Morningside Baptist Church in Macon. She is survived by her husband, William S. Humphries Sr. of Macon; children, Thomas Hall of Smithfield, Va., Wallace Hall of Smithfield, Va., William S. Humphries Jr. of Macon, Mark Howard Humphries Sr. of Petersburg, Va.; grandchildren, Lacey Beth Hall, Mark H. Humphries Jr., Courtney Brooks Humphries and Nathan Hypes; great-grandchild, Julia Quinn Humphries; sisters, Jo Carter of Rescue, Va., Ann Ramsey of Battery Park, Va., Nancy Hopson of Smithfield, Va.; brother, James Peden of Battery Park, Va. The family will receive friends at the Petersburg chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009. Funeral services will follow in the funeral home at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, with interment in East Matoaca Cemetery. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
will be held at 12 noon on Friday, August 7, 2009, at Oakey's East Chapel with Pastor Johnny Basham officiating. Interment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
Melvin James NORFOLK - In the afternoon of Aug. 4, 2009, God gently called our father, grandfather, and great-grandfather to his waiting and loving arms. Melvin James, 94, a retired veteran and ordnanceman (A&E), was born Aug. 24, 1914, in Norfolk, and was the son of the late Levy and Georgetta James. He was educated in the Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1934. Before his illness, he was an active and faithful member of New Calvary Baptist Church, Norfolk, where he was involved with the Male Usher Board and Brotherhood. He was also a member of the Spare-time Fun-time Bowling League for Seniors. He was predeceased by his wife, Geraldine B. James. He leaves to cherish his memory four daughters, Brenda Morris (LaMar) of Norfolk, Sarelda James-Green of Chesapeake, Shelia J. Johnson (Joe) of Virginia Beach and Adriane B. James of Norfolk; a son, Keith James of Chesapeake; six grandchildren; one grandson-in-law; four great-grandchildren; a cousin, Estelle Pettus; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in New Calvary Baptist Church, 800 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., with Dr. William Collins Jr., interim pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the , P.O. Box 7494 Washington, DC 20077-7494 in memory of Melvin James. Online condolences can be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
Funeral services for Mrs. Fannie W. Jefferson will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, at the Gillfield Baptist Church, 209 Perry St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. George W. C. Lyons Jr., pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Family, honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 10:30 a.m. at the church the day of the services. The family may be contacted by calling (804) 798-8475. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gillfield Baptist Church Organ Fund or the charity your choice. 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. |
John H. Noel |
Aug 6, 2009 The funeral for John Henry Noel, 75, of Martinsville, who died July 30, 2009, was held Wednesday at Hines Funeral Services with the Rev. Eric Hairston officiating. Burial was in Carver Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Martinsville/Henry County Veterans Honor Guard. The flag presentation was by personnel from the Amry Reserve Unit in Roanoke. Pallbearers were Clifford Broady, Isaac Perkins III, Garnett Hill, Ronald Byers, Ronald Marshall and Lydell Hairston. |
will be held Friday, 11 a.m. at Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services., Make a memorial contribution |
Linda T. Hall |
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2 p.m. Saturday at Covington Bible Church. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2009, at St. John's Episcopal Church., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at Fort Trial Baptist Church, 11 a.m. Saturday, with Dr. Joey McNeill officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Fort Trial Baptist Church, 170 Oak Level Road, Stanleytown, Virginia 24168. Her family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Fort Trial Baptist Church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
Lucy L. Collier |
Aug 6, 2009 Lucy Jane Stone Collier, 92, of Richmond and formerly of Bassett, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, in Richmond. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Bassett is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be 11 a.m. Friday, August 7, 2009, at Garden of Prayer No. 7 Church with Bishop Shadrack Brown Jr. officiating. The interment will be in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. Friends may call for viewing on Thursday afternoon, August 6, 2009 until 4 p.m. at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home and viewing will resume at 5 p.m. at the church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. at the church. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens Monday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Marie Pogorelec officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Chesapeake Regional Home Care Services/Hospice, 667 Kingsborough Square No. 201, Chesapeake, VA 23320 or , 4416 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2009, at Emory United Methodist Church with the Rev. Walter Weikel officiating. Interment will follow in Holston Conference Cemetery in Emory. Pallbearers will be Randy Smith, Milton Maiden, Bill Thomas Jr., Brad Greene, Mark Graham and Brandon Monk. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dr. Sam Miller, Bob Vessey, Bill Thomas, Sr., Stephen Lowe and Jimmy Fleenor. The family will receive friends at Farris Funeral Service from 7 until 9 p.m. Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to Big Brothers-Big Sisters of Greater Tri-Cities, 516 Holston Ave., Bristol, Tenn. 37620; William King Regional Arts Center, 415 Academy Dr. NW, Abingdon, Va. 24210; or Abingdon United Methodist Church, 101 E. Main St. Abingdon, Va. 24210. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, and signing the online guestbook. Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, Va. 24210 (276) 623-2700 is serving the family of Natalie Hall Maiden., Make a memorial contribution |
s, 11 a.m. Friday, August 7, 2009, Rockbridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service., Make a memorial contribution |
s for William Tyler Matherly will be held Friday, August 7, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dr. John Eure officiating. Burial will follow in Halifax Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Powell Funeral Home Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and other times at the home of Kenny and Tracey White, 2053 Paradise Road, Alton, Va. and the home of Dwight and Angela Spangler, 1128 East Oak Hill Drive, Halifax, Va. In lieu of flowers, please consider the William Tyler Matherly Memorial Fund. Arrangements are by Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Col. Harold Leo Maurer (USAF Ret.), of Lexington, Virginia, died on August 4, 2009, at the age 90 of heart failure. Colonel Maurer was born in St. Cloud Minnesota on March 25, 1919. His military career included tours in Viet Nam and four years in Germany. He retired from the military in 1973 and from business life in 1985. His many interests included playing the guitar and banjo, sailing and reading history. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; a brother, Keith, of St. Cloud, Minn.; three sons, Alan, of Buena Vista, Va., Harold, of Alexandria, Va., and Leo, of Spicewood, Texas; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Burial will be at the Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C. on September 9, 2009. Memorials may be sent in his name to the Rockbridge Area Hospice, 315 Myers Street, Lexington, Va. 24450. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Daniel Thomas Mayhew, 88, of Moneta, died Wednesday August 5, 2009. Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett is in charge of the arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Val Maynard CHESAPEAKE - Val Maynard, 87, resident at Sentara Oak Grove and formerly of Los Angeles, went to be with the Lord Aug. 5, 2009. Survivors include daughters, Annette Bott Miller and Suzanne Harman; son-in-law, Robert "Tuck" Miller; grandsons, Steven (Dawn) and John (Wendy) Bott; great-grandchildren, Kenneth Meeks, Jenna, Ashlyn, Maddie, Sara and Savana Bott; sister and brother, Angeline Russo and Michael (Prudy) Capovilla of Los Angeles and their families; and special family members, Brenda, Jeff, Amanda and Lauren Justice of Austin, Texas. The family will receive friends at 11 a.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, 524 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, Monday, Aug. 10. A funeral will be conducted at noon Monday at the funeral home with burial immediately following in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Val can be made to Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia, 5861-A Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462., Make a memorial contribution |
Douglas M. Meredith, 75, of Roanoke County, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009, after a nine year battle with cancer. Douglas was preceded in death by his parents, Ward and Gertrude Meredith, of Pembroke, Va.; brothers, Garnett, WiIliam "Shank", and Jack; and by his sisters, Nannie Mae Runion, Mary Lee St. Claire, and Lucille McCall. Douglas is survived by his wife of 50 years, Helen Whitlock Meredith; his son Bryan and wife, Jena; and two adored granddaughters, Tara Jo and Ashley Marie, of Columbia, Md. He is survived by two brothers and their wives, Gene and Lahoma Meredith and Kenny and Dottie Meredith; surviving sisters and their husbands, Frances and Larry Blevins, Lola Falls, Shirley and Benny Eades, and Phyllis "Snookie" and Jerry Williams. To honor Douglas' request, there will be no viewing and his body will be donated to science through the Virginia Anatomical Program. A memorial celebration of life will be held at Southview United Methodist Church at 3539 Peters Creek Rd., Roanoke, Va. 24019 on Saturday, August 8, 2009, at 4 p.m. conducted by the Rev. Jeff Wilson and the Rev. Eddie Kendall of Pembroke. Please join the family in the church fellowship hall immediately after for a reception. The family would like to thank the Blue Ridge Cancer Care of Roanoke and the Gentle Shepherd Hospice for their loving care and support. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that ALL memorial donations be made to the Gentle Shepherd Hospice and Southview United Methodist Church., Make a memorial contribution |
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Aug 6, 2009 Moir Page Clark, 77, of Independence and formerly of Patrick County, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at Twin County Regional Healthcare in Galax. He was born on July 9, 1932, in Patrick County to Moir A. Clark and Margaret Sheppard Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and had been with the Virginia Game Commission for 21 years. Surviving are a daughter, Ann Meek of Gaston, S.C.; two sons, Joseph G. Clark of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Moir S. Clark of Independence; three grandchildren; and one brother, Glenn Edward Clark of Stuart. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Stuart Cemetery with military honors by the Patrick County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard and Masonic rites by Mountain Home Lodge 263. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Charmaine Atkins, P.O. Box 10, Claudville, Va. 24076. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of arrangements. |
Elizabeth Ann Moore, of Hopewell, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. |
s will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Alice J. Myers CHINCOTEAGUE - Alice Jane Myers, 88, died Aug. 4, 2009. A funeral will be Friday at the Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, Lock Haven, Pa. Local arrangements by Fox & Holston Funeral Home. |
This is to certify that Bessie Richardson Myrick was born Dec. 9, 1929, to the late Sandy and Lillian Richardson. She entered eternal rest on Aug. 4, 2009, at the Southside Regional Medical Center. Bessie was known as Bea. Bessie was united in marriage to the late Raymond J. Myrick. She retired as a domestic worker in the 1980s. Bea leaves to cherish her memories: one son, Nathaniel (Nellie) Myrick; one grandson, Montrese N. Myrick; two granddaughters, Priscilla D. Myrick, Wanda (Michael) Simpson; 10 great-grandchildren; one goddaughter, Ella Vinson; two godgranddaughters, Teresa Shearin and Marie Lyons; a devoted nephew, Jerome Myrick; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, at the Chapel of the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, with the Rev. Linwood James, pastor of the Galilee Baptist Church, Stony Creek, officiating. The interment will be in the Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, www.blandenterprisesinc.com. |
James M. O'Leary Sr. CHESAPEAKE - James M. "Red" O'Leary Sr., 73, of Jackson Avenue, passed away Monday, Aug. 3, 2009. Born in Norfolk, he was the son of the late Michael J. Sr. and Thelma S. O'Leary. Red retired from NORSHIPCO after 45 years, where he was a marine electric supervisor. He will be remembered for his love of the outdoors. Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Mary B. O'Leary; three sons, Hugh Sherwood III and wife Tina, Mark Sherwood and Belinda, James M. O'Leary Jr. and wife Karla; a daughter, Debbie Sherwood; grandchildren, Mark Jr., Karina, Justin, Sheila, Patrick, Sean and Michaela; great-grandchildren, Lauryn, Alexis, Christalina and Mahki; a brother, Michael J. O'Leary Jr. and wife Shirley. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Francis Gay Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 1146 Rodgers St., Chesapeake. The Rev. Amos Eby will officiate. The interment will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The viewing will begin today with the family receiving friends from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
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Mary Jane Layton Oakes of Moneta, Virginia and Manasquan, New Jersey, passed away on August 4, 2009, after a long struggle against cancer. She is survived by Frank M. Oakes (Moneta, Va.), her loving and devoted husband of 59 years. Her life is celebrated by their two daughters, Robin Oakes Bebel and her husband, Dennis, of Charlottesville, Va. and LuAnn Oakes Lightfoot and her husband, Michael, of Bethany, Conn. Mary Jane was very proud of her four grandchildren, Nicholas Oakes Bebel (Worcester, Mass.), Sara Margaret Bebel (Charlottesville, Va.), Alexandra Oakes Lightfoot (Rosemead, Calif.), and John Robert Lightfoot (Bethany, Conn.) She was always glad to share good times with them. Mary Jane was born in 1928 to beloved parents, Albert (Jake) Crouse Layton (1899-1980) and Laura Gifford Layton (1903-1996). She resided in Wall, New Jersey for 64 years, sharing fun with family and friends at countless pool parties, back yard picnics and other family gatherings, as well as trips to Metedeconk, Mueller's Hill, Mac's Pond and her favorite Sea Watch beach. She spent countless volunteer hours at Allaire State Park working on historic and restorative projects. She was a devoted member of the Allaire Lady's Auxiliary. Upon retirement to Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, she carried on the traditions by hosting grand family reunions at the State Park where she adorned us all in homemade jewelry and faithfully scrap booked us into history. We love her spirit and celebrate the gift she has been to us all., In addition to her large family and many friends, Mary Jane had many Friends. As a lifelong member of the Manasquan Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) she enjoyed 15 years with the Busy Bees Sunday School class teaching the youngest children. She baked endlessly and organized the very successful Baked Goods table at the yearly Friendly Fair while Frank managed the burgers at the Food Table. Her light shines bright in that community., While retired at Smith Mountain Lake, Va., Mary Jane was an active member of the High Point Property Owners Association., Mary Jane is also survived by her siblings, Frances Bruno, of Manasquan, N.J., Ruth Ramsdell, of Spring Lake Heights, N.J., Doris Holloway, of Deerfield Beach, Fla. and Albert (Bub) C. Layton Jr., of Manasquan, N.J. She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews, cousins, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends and Friends., The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, August 8, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Home in Bedford, Va. and at The Friends Meeting House in Manasquan, New Jersey at a later date. Donations may be made in her name to the Manasquan Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends, c/o Robert Lane, PO Box 522, Manasquan, New Jersey 08736., To send condolences, please visit, . Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
not be performed. Per his wishes, he will be cremated and laid to rest. Arrangements by Walton Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held in Brookvale Cemetery in Binghamton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, Edenton, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Highland Memorial Gardens. Garrett-Jones Funeral Home is in charge. |
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, in Olive Branch Cemetery by the Rev. W. Thomas Wood. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
details are pending. The Powell family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Edenton Baptist Church. Miller Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge. |
will be held at Mullins Funeral Home, 120 West Main Street, Radford, Virginia., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 9, 2009, at The Stonewall Brethren Church, Copper Hill, with Pastor Jerry Hilton, Pastor Darren Landon and Pastor Elbert Naff officiating. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. "May the gift of True Love that he bestowed upon his beloved wife, in life as well as death, always be remembered." Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneral, . The family is being served by Horne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Christiansburg., Make a memorial contribution |
Rosline G. Cobbs Rice, 70, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Marion P. Ridley WOODLAND - Marion Peele Ridley, 64, of the 500 block of Menola Road, died Aug. 4, 2009. A funeral will be Sunday at 2 p.m. in Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. Hunter's Funeral Home, Ahoskie, is in charge. |
Thomas H. Robbins PORTSMOUTH - Services for Thomas Hamilton "Hamp" Robbins, 86, will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Loving Funeral Home with burial in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends in the funeral home Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
1 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 12009, Quesenberry Cemetery. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax., Make a memorial contribution |
Jenny E. Rogers NORFOLK - Jenny Elizabeth Rogers, 47, of the 3400 block of Colonial Ave., died Aug. 3, 2009. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel. |
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s are Friday at 10 a.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is in charge. |
Mrs. Ethel Naomi Scott, of Petersburg, Va., daughter of James and Mable Charity, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009. Mrs. Scott was 84 years young, the widow of James Wendell Scott, and the eldest of 11 children, five of whom are living, Martha Shears, Clarence Charity, Catherine Wooden, James Charity and Roger Charity. Ethel Scott is survived by her three children, Edith Naomi Whyte and Harold Scott, both of Petersburg, Va., and Clinton Scott of Pennsylvania. Mrs. Scott lived a vibrant and full life. She was a native of Surry County, Va., born on Sept. 14, 1924. Mrs. Scott was affectionately known as "Big Mama" to the many generations she birthed, including 20 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren, and 20 great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Scott lovingly adopted several others into her life and family over the years who loved her dearly including but not limited to Mr. Billy Stokes, Mr. Larry Farley, Mr. Felton Tinsley, Ms. Tina Terran, Ms. Sanjena Scott, Mr. Robert Whyte, Mrs. Susie Kemp and Mrs. Patricia Parham. She humbly served her community as a foster grandparent for the City of Petersburg for nearly two decades, nurturing the lives of infants and youth alike. She was also a member of Trinity Baptist Church and the Solid Rock congregation. She diligently sang as a member of various local, gospel groups, most notably the Harmonizing Echoes and the Lafayette Larks. It is clear that Ethel Scott was indeed a good and faithful servant. Her family and loved ones are comforted and inspired by the investments she made in each of them to live an abundant life honoring God in all they do. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; Pastor Isaac Holmes officiating. Interment to follow at Weirneck Cemetery, Surry, Va. The family will receive friends at 1108 Hilton Place, Petersburg, Va. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Scott online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
s will be conducted Friday, August 7, 2009 at 1 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Marvin Wade officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery Christiansburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Judes Children's Research Hospital, P. O. Box 1000, Memphis, Tenn. 38148-0142. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive SW, Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Frankie Lee Simpkins, 74, of Dublin, Va., passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Funeral 11 a.m., Friday, August 7, 2009, Stevens Funeral Home Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 5 p.m. Thursday at Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor Hilton Jeffreys officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Oakey's South Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family for a trust fund in Mia's name. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
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In Loving Memory of John A. TAMPASIS You are celebrating your one year birthday in Heaven today with your Mom, Dad, and Brother. You were such a great part of our life that when you left a part of us left with you. You will always be in our heart. We are sad because of our loss, but we feel blessed that we were able to be a part of your life. We will always love you forever., Your wife, children & grandson Sis, Nikki, Patricia, Tony, Johnathan, Make a memorial contribution |
Francine Tann AHOSKIE - Ms. Francine Tann died Aug. 2, 2009. Her funeral will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in Second Baptist Church Union. Reynolds Funeral Home Inc. is in charge. |
Taylor, Helen Massie - Helen Massie Taylor Helen Massie Taylor, age 91, of Beaufort, South Carolina, passed away Monday August 3, 2009 in Bayview Manor. Mrs. Taylor was .... |
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Deacon George Trotter, formerly of Petersburg, Va., died Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at Bryn Mawr, Pa. 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. |
will be Friday at 1 p.m. in Powell's Point Baptist Church Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel is in charge. |
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WHITEHURST, Hazel Marie West, of Virginia Beach, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2009, into the loving hands of God, where she joined her husband, Maurice Edward "Billy" Whitehurst. She was born in Richmond, Virginia, married her sweetheart of six years at age 19 before he left to serve in the U.S. Navy in 1944. They moved to Norfolk in 1945 with their baby daughter after he returned from WWII, and were together for 57 years. Virginia Beach, where they lived for 51 years, became their final home together. Hazel was an accomplished seamstress, making clothes for family and friends, and especially for her daughter. She shared her gift by volunteering to make costumes for school plays or activities whenever needed. She was a volunteer mom, driving students on field trips, chaperoning, supporting the PTA and never missing a school event. She was creative and enjoyed a wide range of crafts, such as crocheting, upholstering and needle working. Hazel loved many different pets over her lifetime, and also the many animals and birds that visited her home. She planted a garden and kept up many flower beds every year. As a traditional homemaker, she chose to stay home, taking care of her family in every way, and creating a happy home. She was well loved during her life by her close family; her daughter, Priscilla Day and husband, Douglas Day; her two granddaughters Adrienne Day Kendrick and husband, Major William August Kendrick, and Jennifer Lynn Seiders and husband, Jason David Seiders; her six great-grandchildren, the greatest blessings and pleasure of her life, Ted, Cameron, Ian, Erin, Dylan, and Reilan. She is survived by two loving sisters, Helen Rose Bowman and Rebecca Carroll of Richmond and their families, as well as the families of her deceased brothers, Charles, Marshall, Woodrow and Elmo. She is also survived by Maurice's brothers and sisters, Pete, Alton, Annie and Margaret, and their families, as well as the families of his deceased brothers, Benny, Jack and Raymond. Hazel's life will be celebrated at a graveside service on Saturday, August 8 at 2 p.m. in Colonial Grove Memorial Park on Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Virginia Beach SPCA. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyer.com. |
for Tony's life will be conducted by the Rev. Warren Skinner Jr. at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. His family would like to thank all of the staff of the VA Hospital Hampton Hospice for the loving care they gave Tony during his final days. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Make a memorial contribution |
Brenda W. Via COURTLAND - Brenda Walker Via, 55, died Aug. 4, 2009. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Wright Funeral Home, Franklin. |
Grayson H. Via SOUTHERN SHORES - Grayson Hall Via died in Charlottseville, Aug. 3, 2009. A celebration of his life will be Friday at 3 p.m. in Gallop Funeral Services Chapel, Nags Head. |
Anne Agee Via, 89, of Roanoke, passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2009. Arrangements are by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held on Friday, August 7, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel. The interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the home health agencies that were so vital in our hours of need. The Wadovsky family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneral, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Blue Ridge F.H. (Prosperity, W.Va.) Local arrangements by Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution |
as a lieutenant commander. For the past few years, Ron worked as the director of Fields and Operations for the Chesapeake United Soccer Club. His dedication to his job and to the kids of the club was very apparent and appreciated. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Jeanette Heath Walsh; a son, Sean Patrick Walsh; his daughter, Kaitlin Marie Walsh; four sisters, Maureen Erb, Sharon Rouse, Terry Ascenzi, Ivy Ladyko; and his brother, Michael J. Walsh Jr.; and all of their spouses. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Chesapeake Chapel, 1416 Cedar Road. Burial will follow with full military honors in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk. The family will receive friends today from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be offered to the family through, Make a memorial contribution |
On Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, Evangelist Gwendolyn Joyce Washington Weaver, age 62, was called to stop and rest, her job on Earth was done. Gwen crossed over to be with the Lord, one of his beloved servants, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt. Gwen was a native of Petersburg, Va., and attended Petersburg Public Schools. She was born July 7, 1947, to the late Byron Douglas and Louvenia Turner Washington. She is preceded in death by a son, Bryant Washington; three sisters; three brothers; mother-in-law; and great-grandchild. Gwen was baptized at an early age at Metropolitan Baptist Church, under the leadership of the Rev. David A. Goodwyn, where she served faithfully in numerous ministries for over 40 years or more. She moved her membership to Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, where she was licensed to preach God's word. She graduated as a licensed beautician at LaRose Beauty School. She worked as a beautician at many shops. She served as a chaplain for Southside Regional Medical Center, she served meals to the homeless and needy on Hinton Street. She was formerly employed at Kenner Army Hospital, McGuire Veterans Hospital and Central State Hospital. Gwen loved working and helping others. She also worked as a CNA at Guardian Care and Westport Convalescent Center. She was a crossing guard for Petersburg Public School System, D.A.R.E. volunteer for Peabody School. Gwen leaves to treasure and cherish her memories a devoted husband, Leonard Weaver; five sons, Andre Washington (Bonita) of Petersburg, Va., Herbert Washington (Tracie), Maryland, Raymond Washington (Cynthia), Alonzo Washington (Rebecca), Charles Cheatham (Elizabeth), all of Petersburg, Va.; 20 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two brothers-in-law; four sisters, Margie Thomas, Mildred Cheatham (Roy) of Baltimore, Pauline Wilkins, Paulette Burrows (Johnnie Ray), all of Petersburg, Va.; four brothers, Roy Washington (Elizabeth), Byron D. Washington Jr., Ronald Washington, Donald Washington (Regina), all of Petersburg, Va.; a host of nieces, great- and great-great-nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Metropolitan Baptist Church, Petersburg; the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., pastor, and Elder Vincent Harris eulogizing. Interment will be at Eastview Cemetery, Petersburg. Service under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
Dorothy R. Weston WILLIAMSBURG - Dorothy Rea Weston, 89, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, surrounded by family at Colonial Manor Senior Living Facility in Williamsburg, Va. She was the widow of John McKinney Weston of Chesapeake and is survived by four sons, Joseph M. Weston (Cathy) of Williamsburg, Bart M. Weston (Kari) of Newport News, Thomas P. Rea (Harriett Huntley) of Santee, Calif., and William L. Rea (Roberta) of San Diego. Also left to cherish the memories of "Grams" are 13 grandchildren: Erica Weston, Hillary Weston, Isaac Weston, David Gray, Mitchell Gray, Jack Lynk, Kelli Shipman (Dustin), Meredith Weston, Connor Weston, Nathan Rea, Ginny Rea Clifford, Chimene Rea, Stuart Rea; and seven great-grandchildren, Kennedy Cole Shipman, Alex Marie Shearer, Chelsea Clifford, Nicholas Clifford, Erica Rea, Kevin Rea and Hannah Rea. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the caring and dedicated hospice workers and volunteers who cared for Dorothy and spent endless hours at her bedside during her final weeks, especially Linda Kirby, Chaplin Nathanial Milton and nurse Samantha Green. The family will receive friends at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, in Temple Baptist Church, 1322 N. George Washington Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23323. A celebration of her life will be held at noon in the church sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the local hospice care organization in your area. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Saturday, Aug. 8, at 2 p.m. in Colonial Grove Memorial Park on Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, that donations be made to the Virginia Beach SPCA. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Mr. Frank White Sr. departed this life Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, after a long illness at his residence. Frank served in the U.S. Air Force. He was preceded in death by his son, Frank White Jr., and mother, Mrs. Grace Ellis. Frank is survived by his devoted wife of 37 years, Mrs. Bernice White; one daughter, Ms. Robin Morris of Lynchburg, Va.; two grandchildren, Mrs. Demika Edwards (Varick) of Lynchburg, Va., and Ms. Adrien Morris of Richmond, Va.; two great-grandchildren, Ameyah and Varick Jr. of Lynchburg, Va.; two brothers, Mr. James Ellis Sr. (Joyce) of Richmond, Va., and Mr. John Ellis (Otelia) of Ettrick, Va.; cousins, Mrs. Shirley Williams and Mr. James White, both of New York; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Doretha Briscoe of Lynchburg, Va.; two brothers-in-law, Mr. Robert Bradley (Viola) of Lynchburg, Va., and Mr. Marvin Cheatham (Sylvia) of Florida; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, a very devoted friend, Mr. James Lee of Chester, Va., and Mr. Bernard Parham (Elizabeth) of Lynchburg, Va. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, at the chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Lois Battle of Let's Rock Outreach Ministries, Capitol Heights, Md., officiating. Interment to follow at Amelia Veterans Cemetery. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 9:30 a.m. at the funeral establishment. The family will assemble 8:45 a.m. the day of the services and receive friends at 4414 Carahill Lane, Chester, Va., and may be contact by calling (804) 526-5503. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. White 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. |
A funeral for Mr. Theodore White Sr., who passed away Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, at the Rocky Mount Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Viewing will be held today at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, (804) 478-4411. |
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Russell E. Williams Sr. ROBERSONVILLE - Russell Everett Williams Sr., 92, of the 100 block of E. Purvis St., died Aug. 4, 2009. A funeral will be Friday at 2 p.m. in First Baptist Church. Biggs Funeral Home is in charge. |
Anniebelle P. Williams CHESAPEAKE - Anniebelle Poyner Williams, 96, of the 2200 block of Haywood Ave., died Aug. 5, 2009. A funeral will be at noon Saturday in Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel. |
Justice Sanaa Williams VIRGINIA BEACH - Justice Sanaa Williams, 3, of the 300 block of Barberry Lane, passed away Aug. 4, 2009, in her home. She was born March 9, 2006, in Portsmouth to Calvin and Cecilia Williams. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a sister, Jamisa Williams; a brother, Charles Greer; her grandparents, Marilyn L. Jacobs and Charlie E. Williams; a host of aunts, uncles and cousins; and her family dog, Jason. A funeral will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in Freedom Fellowship Church. The burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at Cedar Lawn Cemetery on Friday, August 7, 2009, at 10 a.m. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon Saturday, Aug. 8, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sandbridge Volunteer Rescue Squad or the American . Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
for the procession to the chapel. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
planned for August 15, 2009 at 2p.m. at The Community Center, 1427 Melrose Ave. NW., Make a memorial contribution |
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to honor her life and legacy will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the First Brethren Church on 29th street in Buena Vista. In lieu of flowers, Marjorie asked that a donations be made to any local organization that supports children and youth. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home & Cremation Service., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 12 noon Saturday, August 8, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. Burial to follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Virginia S. Woodington SUFFOLK - Virginia Swoope Woodington, 79, passed away Friday, July 31, 2009. She was a native of Swickley, Pa., and was the daughter of the late Calvin and Virginia Swoope. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles T. Woodington Sr.; a son, John D. Woodington; a sister, Mary Lou Edwards; and a brother, Calvin W. Swoope. Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer W. Linder; six sons, Charles T. Woodington Jr., Timothy A. Woodington, Gary S. Woodington, Mark A. Woodington, Paul R. Woodington and Patrick L. Woodington; a sister, Sally Horner; four brothers, Tom Swoope, Charlie Swoope, Lewis Swoope and Raymond Swoope; 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at St. Therese Catholic Church by the Rev. Brian Rafferty. Burial will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
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