MOORE, Allan Randall, departed this life Friday, October 23, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jeannie; and his three daughters, Teresa and husband, Jeff Gray, Jill and husband, Dave Keogh; and Angela and husband, Russell Shelton. He will be missed by his six grandchildren, Madison Shelton, Ryan, Garrett, Sean and Daniel Keogh, and Miles Gray. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilson and Helen Moore, and survived by siblings, Margie Farley, Otis Moore; and many good friends and relatives. Allan was an active member of his community, a charter member of the Chesterfield Lions Club and coach of many softball teams for his daughters. He enjoyed his grandchildrens athletic events and played senior softball for more than a decade. Allan rests at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where his family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, October 26, and where funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, October 28, at noon. |
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Oct 26, 2009 Allen C. "Fuzz" Hall Sr., 77, of Fieldale, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at home. Bassett Funeral Service is handling arrangements. |
3 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2009, at Rosalind Hills Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
s 5 p.m. Monday at the Rescue Mission of Roanoke Valley, Fralin Chapel. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
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CHAMBERSBURG, PA. - Amanda Lloyd, former member of Zion Baptist Church and resident of Newport News, Va., died on Oct. 22, 2009., Viewing will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at the funeral home. A Homegoing service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at Zion Baptist Church, located at 633 20th Street in Newport News. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park., Service of celebration and remembrance are entrusted to M.E. Fisher Funeral Home 757-245-3302. |
s 2 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2009, at Updike Funeral Chapel, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution |
Baby, Anesty Renee Carter was born Friday, October 23, 2009, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital to her parents, Brandon West and Ashley Carter of Fluvanna County., She is survived by her paternal grandparents, Douglas W. and Pamela P. West of Fluvanna County; and maternal grandparents, Melissa R. Carter and Lorenzo V. Carter of Louisa County., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at the Evergreen Bibleway Church on Evergreen Road in Louisa with Pastor Steven Mason officiating. Interment will follow at the Springfield Baptist Church Cemetery in Trevillians., Satchell's Funeral Service of Orange is in charge of arrangements. |
Ann N. Norris |
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Ann Thomas Wingfield Parrack, Ann Thomas Wingfield Parrack, 83, of Charlottesville, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009, at a local hospital., Born June 4, 1926, in Charlottesville, she was preceded in death by her mother, Marjorie Thomas Dunsmore; and her stepfather, Stuart G. Dunsmore of Staunton. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Gordon Thomas; her first husband, James L. Wingfield; their son, Gordon Wayne Wingfield; and her second husband, F. A. "Bud" Parrack., Ann is survived by her sister, Deanna Dunsmore of New York City; a brother, Stuart G. Dunsmore Jr. and his wife, Janie, of Stanley, North Carolina; two nieces, Kim Smith and her husband, Buddy, of Stanley, North Carolina, and Carolyn Clements and her husband, Joey, of Charlottesville; three grandnieces, Jessie, Claire and Katlyn Smith; and three grandnephews, Chad, Billy, and Chris Clements., It was Ann's request that there be no funeral services., In lieu of flowers, she requested that any memorial be in the form of a kind deed for someone in need. She was thankful for all the kindness shown to her through the years. |
She was a member of St. John Baptist Church (Penniman Road), where she served her church as a member of the Senior Choir. She was formerly employed by Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends., She leaves to cherish her blessed memories her husband, Howard Parker; her mother, Estelle Roane; her daughters, Debbie T. Hewett (Wayne) and Patricia Booker (Jesse); her sons, Kevin Parker (Helga), DeWayne Parker (Michele), Howard Parker Jr., and Lonnie Moore (Gloria); her sisters, Jean Dowdy and Brenda LeBlanc; her brothers, Delaney Wright (Patricia) and Roderick Roane; her 12 grandchildren; her four great-grandchildren; a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends., A funeral service, celebrating the life she lived, will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at St. John Baptist Church, with the Rev. Walter Hudson officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at 1095 Stewart Drive by noon on Tuesday. Mrs. Parker may be viewed from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA. 757-229-3011 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
REESE, Arthur F., of Chesterfield, passed away October 24, 2009. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Staff Sergeant Donald C. May Jr.; five sisters and one brother. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Juanita F. Reese; four daughters, Brenda R. May, Peggy R. Bailey (Reggie), Debra R. Stapleton (Jimmy), and Alice R. Weedon (Jerome). Also surviving is a sister, Joan Cribb; a brother, Charles Reese; six grandchildren, Travis (Kerry), and Micah Bailey, Sara and Becky Stapleton, Joshua (Pam), and Katelyn Weedon; and four great-grandchildren. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed golf. The family will receive friends at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., Tuesday, October 27, from 6 to 8 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 28, at 10 a.m. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
to a church, if you are going to be a part of it... you need to contribute." Ben was a strong supporter of public education and co-founder of the Onancock Business and Professional Association. He was in retail sales for more than 60 years and founded and operated Ben's Carpets for the last 30 years. Ben is survived by two sons, Ben Askew Jr. and his wife Barbara and Shelton Askew and his wife Sharon, all of Onancock; one sister, Rebecca Ferrell; and six grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Other than his wife he was predeceased by a son, Martin and eight brothers and sisters. A funeral will be held from the Market Street United Methodist Church in Onancock on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Bob Chapman, the Rev. Wayne Parsley and the Rev. Kirk Mariner officiating. Interment will follow in the Fairview Lawn Cemetery. There will be a visitation one hour prior at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Nandua High School Athletics, 26350 Lankford Highway, Onley, VA 23418 or to the Market Street United Methodist Church, 75 Market St., Onancock, VA 23417. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at, . Arrangements by the Williams-Onancock Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Edward Wayne Barnett passed away Friday, October 23, 2009, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on April 18, 1950 in Botetourt County. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Edward Warren Barnett and Ianthia Girty Barnett; his parents, Howard Edward and Flora Jackson Barnett; his sister, Betty Lou Barnett Smith; and his brother-in-law, Edgar James Smith. Surviving are his sister, Judith Carolyn Barnett, Fincastle, Va.; his nieces, Commander Elissa Janena Smith, Alexandria, Va., Erin Jannette Smith, Roanoke, Va.; and the extended Barnett and Girty family., Eddie attended Academy Hill School, Central Academy School and James River High School. Eddie was the first African-American student to attend James River High School in 1966. He graduated in 1968 as salutatorian of his class. Eddie received his undergraduate degree in 1972 from the University of Virginia School of Architecture. During his time at UVA he worked the summers at Lone Star Cement Plant (now Roanoke Cement Company). He received a Master's Degree from the Harvard School of Design in Boston, Mass. In 1973 he was named a Walter F. Bogner Scholar in Architecture. Before joining the Peace Corps, where he spent two years as a volunteer in Ghana, West Africa where he served as the architect for the city of Accra, he worked for Hayes, Seay, Mattern and Mattern. When he returned from Africa, he went to work for Ellis, Ricket & Associates in Valdosta, Ga., where he became an associate of that firm. He has worked for firms in Beckley, W.Va. and Richmond, Va. before returning home to start his own firm, Barnett Company. Eddie has worked the past few years with RRMM in Roanoke, Va. as an architect and was working there when he became ill. His first love has always been architecture even before he even knew what it was. He has said on a number of occasions "I don't know how I got interested in it, I just remember as a kid drawing sketches of houses. It's what I always wanted to do.", . In lieu of flowers donations can be made in memory of Eddie to the Fincastle Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 605, Fincastle, Va. 24090 or Fincastle Fire Department, Fincastle, Va. 24090. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Barry L. Kellum |
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s 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be private. Condolences may be offered to the family at, . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lions Club International Norfolk Chapter would be appreciated. Mae was a loving mother and grandmother who devoted her life to family. We will miss her kindness, eternal optimism, sense of humor, and the unconditional love she gave everyone., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Crossroads Church with Jim Morris officiating. Interment will follow at the Crawford Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Paitsel Funeral Home,, Make a memorial contribution |
HOPE MILLS, N.C. - Beulah Inez Belch, 81, of Hope Mills, N.C., formerly of King & Queen County, Va., died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009., She was preceded in death by her son, David Isham Belch; daughter, Brenda Diane Belch Somlich; and granddaughter, Casey Lynn Belch Alderman., She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 65 years, Willie Vance Belch Sr. of Hope Mills, N.C.; son, Bill Belch of Virginia; daughter, Carolyn Gibbs and husband, Warren of Gloucester, Va.; son, Johnnie Belch and wife, Deborah of Hope Mills, N.C.; son, Donald Belch and wife, Louise of York, Pa.; 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and one great great-grandchild., The family will receive friends at 1p.m. Wednesday, at Vincent Funeral Home, 417 11th Street, West Point, VA, followed by a funeral at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Shackelfords Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. |
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LEWIS, Mrs. Blanche Rawlings Daniel, 87, of Danieltown, Va., widow of Dudley Barksdale Lewis, passed from this life about 6 p.m. on October 24, 2009. She was born on September 25, 1922, and was married on March 15, 1940. She graduated valedictorian of her class at Danieltown High School in 1939. She is survived by three children, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; Dudley Barksdale Lewis Jr. and his wife, Sharon Kaye Allender Lewis, their children, Rev. Deborah Ellen Lewis and her husband, Roger Woodson Sherman, and David Brian Lewis and his wife, Amy Lynn Koeppen Lewis; Patricia Ann Lewis, her son, Robert Lee Chatlin and his son, Randall Lee Turner; Dale Daniel Lewis and his wife, Kathryn Ann Lewis, their children, Danielle Madison Lewis and son, Roland Alexander Wicker, and Margaret Kathryn Lewis and her daughter, Kathryn Lucia McDaniels. She was predeceased by one grandchild, Richard Lewis Chatlin, son of Patricia Lewis; and one great-grandchild, Julia Ryan Wicker, daughter of Danielle Lewis. She is also survived by her sister, Caroline Daniel Stembridge of Danieltown; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Lewis was a lifelong member of Rocky Run United Methodist Church, near Danieltown, and was very active in the Rocky Run-Lebanon United Methodist women. She will be missed by all who knew her and experienced her warmth, kindness and unconditional love. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, in the Rocky Run Methodist Church with burial in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Clarke Funeral Home, Kenbridge, on Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Masonic Home of Virginia, 4101 Nine Mile Road, Richmond, Va. 23223-4999. |
Bok or "Jeanie," as she was affectingly known, was a longtime resident of Williamsburg. Originally a Korean War orphan, she met and married Jack Melnik, himself a Polish World War orphan, and had a long productive life in Williamsburg. She was a member of World Outreach Worship Center, where she was a treasured member guided by Pastor Bob Collins. A trip to the Holy Land with Pastor Collins was a highlight of her life. She also was a faithful member of Pastor Chong Kim, who helped her to come to the Lord. She will be greatly missed by both churches., She was a longtime employee of the Williamsburg Pottery Factory, where she was well known in the flower arranging aisles and as a grower in the Solar Pit. Her work ethic was second to none at the Williamsburg Pottery and she has many friends there still today., She leaves behind her loving husband of 40 years, Jack Melnik; and dear friends, Rusty Copland, Alberta Wicks and Billy Doggett; and a host of friends from Korea., The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Oct. 25, at Bucktrout of Williamsburg. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, at Bucktrout Funeral home. Interment to follow at Williamsburg Memorial Park. Bucktrout of Williamsburg is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences maybe registered at |
11 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2009, in the Mays Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
celebrating Cora's 83 years will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Rader's Chapel with Chaplain Irving Glover officiating. Interment will be held at Godwin Cemetery. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
1 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2009 at First Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
Sharon N. Cesare NORFOLK - Sharon N. Cesare, 58, passed away Oct. 25, 2009 in her residence. She was born in Connecticut and was a vendor for Aramark for 15 years. She is survived by her husband, David Cesare; mother, Nancy Dee; sisters, Janet Hall and Bonnie Brade; brother, Terry Dew; niece, Cindy Blalock and husband Bill; and nephew, Bill McDonald. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
SCOTT, Charles Donyell, 35, passed away October 15, 2009. Viewing 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, at Wilson & Associates. Funeral 1 p.m. Wednesday at the United House of Prayer, 926 Chimborazo Blvd. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
SMITH, Charles Herbert, 75, of Richmond, passed away October 25, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Sally. He is loved and will be remembered every day by his children, who consist of his son, Bill Smith; four daughters, Sue Lovell, Karen Mazza and her husband, Vince, Janet Arnett and her husband, Rick, and Debbie Sadler and her husband, Jeff. He will be missed by his eight grandchildren, Aaron Christian and his wife, Allison, and Kelly Christian, Chad Lovell, Vicky, Christy, and Charlie Mazza, and Courtney and Nicole Sadler. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Ethel Smith; and survived by his brother, Thomas. Charles was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and enjoyed boating and being at the river. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and working on the computer. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., and where the service will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens. |
RYLAND (Continued) events, Mr. Ryland gave memorable addresses and lectures concerning the history of Richmond County, the Northern Neck and colonial Virginia. He also served for nine years as member and for three years as Chairman of the Virginia State Library Board. His effort to preserve the historical court records of Richmond County formed the basis of the State Library's court records conservation program. He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta and Omicron Delta Kappa fraternities and the Society of the Cincinnati, and served as scoutmaster of the Boy Scout Troop located in Warsaw. He was predeceased by his wife, Betsey; his older sister, Mary McClintock Ryland Fessler; and his younger brother, Romulus Payne Ryland. He is survived by his sisters, Alice Garnett Ryland Giles, Raleigh, N.C., and Hannah Ryland Sanger and her husband, Julian, Richmond, Va. He is also survived by his six children and their spouses, Garnett Ryland and his wife, Jean, Richmond, Va., Anne Lowell Ryland Sica and her husband, Alan, State College, Pa., Catharine Hill Ryland Moser and her husband, Gregory, Richmond, Va., James Lowell Ryland and his wife, Marla, Indian Neck, Va., William McClintock Ryland and his wife, Sally, Woodbridge, Va., and Robert Shapleigh Ryland and his wife, Barbara, Arlington, Va. His grandchildren are Paolo August Sica (Allison), Enzo Antonio Sica, Carlo Elia Sica, Sarah Elizabeth Moser, Robert Hill Ryland, Sims Lybrand Ryland, Todd Daniel Merchak (Sarah), Blair McClintock Ryland, William Jackson Ryland, Alison Corinne Ryland, Julie Catharine Ryland and Charles Hill Ryland IV. A memorial service at Warsaw Baptist Church will be held on Saturday, October 31, at 11 a.m., with a reception afterward for all of Mr. Ryland's friends and family. A private interment in the family lot in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Va., will be at a later date. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, any donations be made to the "King and Queen County Historical Society Endowment Fund" to benefit the Tavern Museum, P.O. Box 129, King and Queen County Courthouse, Va. 23085-0129. |
Charles W. Holt |
Oct 26, 2009 Charles W. Holt, 74, of Mount Airy, N.C., died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at Northern Hospital of Surry County. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Handy Holt. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is handling arrangements. |
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She was a resident of Hampton for 57 years and had lived in Gloucester for the past two years. She had worked for Crum's Bakery, of Hampton, as a bookkeeper, and retired after many years of dedicated service., The focal point of her life was her family and her church. As a member of Central United Methodist Church, she was a member of the Robert Raikes Sunday School Class, the Central Joy Singers, held various officer's positions of the United Methodist Women, and was a member of the Charlotte Hudgins Circle. Her other interests led her to be a part of the Body Recall exercise class., Preceding her in rest is her husband, Landon W. Haley., Surviving members of her family include her daughter, Margaret Haley Ward and husband, Harry M., of Mathews and Charlottesville; sons, Warren Haley and wife, Helen of Gloucester, and Phil Haley and wife, Toni of Gloucester; grandchildren, Jeffery H. Mann, Amy F. Mann, Karen Hudgins, Susan Corson, Scott Haley, Phillip R. Haley, and Billy Haley; six great-grandchildren; and sister, Anna Byrd Williams of Alexandria., A service celebrating Clarita's life, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, at Central United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Cheryl Harrison-Davidson presiding. Interment will be in Parklawn Memorial Park., Memorial contributions may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 225 Chapel Street, Hampton, VA 23669, to share memories and words of condolence with the family. |
at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home, Buena Vista., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 11 a.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, by Dr. K. Todd Holt, pastor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be made to the family at www.hollomon-, Make a memorial contribution |
SCOTT, Contina F., 30, of Louisa, Virginia, departed this life October 21, 2009. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul S. Scott Sr. She is survived by her mother, Shirley Brice; stepfather, Allen Brice; four sisters, four brothers, seven aunts, seven uncles, one great-aunt, four great-uncles, two great-great-aunts, nine nieces, three nephews, one great-niece, and countless other relatives and friends. Remains rest with the Owens Funeral Services, 104 Green Chimney Ct., Ashland, Va. 23005. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Tuesday at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Louisa, Va. Interment Jackson Family Cemetery. Family and friends are to assemble at the church at 11:45 a.m. |
In Loving Memory of Sherman T. CRAIGHEAD 1915 ~ 2005, On Your 94th Birthday, We love you and miss you every day., Carmen and Family, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Of Theresa G. Cummings January 21, 1919 - October 26, 2008 We Love You and Miss You! Russell and Family, Make a memorial contribution |
BRANCH, Deborah A., 52, passed away October 20, 2009. Viewing, 6 to 8 p.m. Monday (today), and funeral services 1 p.m. Tuesday, at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
Deacon Lee was born on Feb. 28, 1943 in Beckley, W.Va. He was the son of the late Oscar Lee and the late Edmonia Hoover. He was also preceded in death by his son, Gary Kenneth Lee., Deacon Lee was a man of great faith, and of strong conviction. As a deacon, he stood up for what was morally right, and was a true servant of the people. Deacon was a retiree of the U.S. Air Force, as well as the U.S. Post Office. He will always be remembered by his loving family., Deacon Lee is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Gloria J. Lee; son, Donald A. Lee Jr. and wife, Willena; four grandchildren, Donald A. Lee III, Denric A. Lee, Wispree L. Lee, and Dallen A. Lee; three sisters, Norma J. Lee, Laura B. Moten, and Nancy L. Wells and husband, William; one brother, George L. "Buck" Lee; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends., His family would like to thank the saints for their thoughtful prayers, as well as the faculty and staff of the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth., A funeral service will be held at noon, Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, at the chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, with Prophet James D. Bethea, officiating. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery with full Military Honors., The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. today, Oct. 25, 2009, at the funeral establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, |
s 11 a.m. Monday, October 26, 2009, at Monta Vista Cemetery. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Hattie Ives Dozier CHESAPEAKE - Hattie "Rica" Dozier, 73, passed away Oct. 25, 2009, in her home. She was born in Oak Grove, Va., and retired as a supervisor with General Electric Corp. Rica was the widow of the late Lindy Dozier and is survived by three daughters, Jeannie Saunders (Jim), Beverly White (Frankie), Paula Quiros, all of Chesapeake; three sons, John Dozier of Suffolk, Joseph Dozier (Sharon), Daniel Dozier (Jean), all of Chesapeake; three sisters, Hope Raulerson, Carol Smith, Diana Gifford; four brothers, Dr. James Ives, Sam Ives, William Ives, Joe Ives; a special brother-in-law and friend Johnny Lawrence; a special sister-in-law and friend, Diane Lawlis (Jack); 14 grandchildren, Heather, Kara, Amber, Kristy, Tiffany, Nicole, Cecilia, Joey, Michael, Buddy, Mark, Donnie, Timmy, Brandon; one great- grandchild, Madison; along with a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruthie Lawrence and Annie Hedger and two brothers, Ted Ives and Norman Ives Jr. The family wishes to thank her special caregivers, Paula and Melva. A funeral will be held Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m. in Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Hwy. Chapel, by the Rev. Mike Ellis with entombment to follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Geneva Park Baptist Church, 2400 Gilmerton Road, Chesapeake, VA 23323. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
. Friends may call on Monday afternoon, October 26, 2009, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Ellie graduated from Northboro, Mass. High School and the University of Massachusetts. She majored in home economics and worked as a dietician in hospitals and nursing homes. Ellie had lived in Newport News since 1977. She devoted her time to the care and interests of those around her by involving herself with such organizations as Habitat for Humanity, Meals on Wheels, and Special Olympics to name a few. Before the death of her husband, Cort, in 2002, they both turned their love of plants and flowers into a resource for the Arthritis Foundation, by having annual plants sales and donating the proceeds to the Foundation. Eleanor was a member of Hilton Christian Church and was an active member of their various charitable causes, as well as a member of the choir. Ellie was known for her enthusiasm for helping those around her and her zest for life itself. She was talented in the areas of cooking, rug-braiding, sewing, and yarn-work, as well as her gift for making plants flourish. She had a positive impact on so many lives and will be missed by many., The family will receive visitors at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, with a celebration of life at 2 p.m., at Peninsula Funeral Home. Following the service, Hilton Christian Church is hosting a reception. Burial and graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Pine Grove Cemetery in Boylston, Mass. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
ROBINSON, Mrs. Elizabeth Faison, of Richmond, departed this life October 22, 2009. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Ivy Brown. She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn E. Wheeling and Blonnie F. Jiggetts; one son, Augustus Faison Jr.; five grandchildren, Michelle Thompson, Kristie Jiggetts-Goode, Kenneth Williams, Deonna Faison and Toccara Jiggetts; seven great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; two sons-in-law, James Wheeling and James Jiggetts; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where the family will receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, and where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. Rev. Daryl K. Kearney officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. Family and friends assemble at the funeral home 12:45 p.m. Tuesday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr. com. |
Elnora owned and operated, Ebony and Ivory Hair Graphic, until her retirement. Early in her career, Elnora drove school buses, for the Newport News Public Schools, and later worked for the Transportation Department, of Hampton University., She was a caring, warm, fun-loving person with an exceptionally rare zest for life. She loved her family dearly. Her warm smile and encouraging words will always be with us., Present to cherish her legacy are husband, Milton Speller; sons, Richard Le'Von Scott of South Mill, N.C., and Michael Tyrone Scott of Newport News, Va.; brother, Herbert Cooke (Irene) of Newport News; grandson, Matthew Patterson of Hampton, Va.; godson, Stacey Person of Hampton; brothers-in-law, Benjamin Speller, Leon Speller (Geraldine), Charlie Person Jr. (Gwendolyn), Nathaniel Speller (Mamie), and Eugene Scott, of Newport News, William Mooring (Claudia) of Hampton, and Thurman Dancy (Genva) of Union, N.J.; sisters-in-law, Vertia Whitaker, and Lucille Speller, of Newport News; special nieces, Vermont Moore, Crissi Wall, Jacqueline Person, and Beverly Person, of Newport News; a special nephew, Larry Cooke; special friend, LaShaun Clark; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. |
Mary, his beloved wife of 50 years, passed away in 2000; and his daughter, Kathy passed away in 2007., Robbie had the fortune of enjoying retirement for more than 25 years, after leaving a Civil Service Air Force career of 30 years. Prior to the Air Force, he proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was also a high school teacher and basketball coach in Kansas., Robbie had an active retirement that he filled with bowling three times a week, bingo, fishing, and golf. He had many friends, but none more special than Kay. Kay and Robbie were often seen together, smiling and enjoying life., Robbie was a loving father and grandfather. In his eyes his family was his greatest accomplishment and he was extremely proud of them all. His children and grandchildren will greatly miss him, but they are happy he has rejoined the love of his life in heaven., He is survived by his two sons, Mike and Tim and their wives, Vickie and Tammy, five grandchildren, Shawn, Brianne, Josh, Chris and Nicci; and two great-grandchildren, Eddie and Dominic., The family will be receiving friends and family from 1 to 2 p.m., with funeral services at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at Peninsula Funeral Home, with a private family entombment in Peninsula Memorial Park., Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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s were conducted at the graveside at Payneton United Methodist Church Cemetery on Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 2 p.m., with the Rev. David Smith officiating. The family suggests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the S.P.C.A. Scott Funeral Home in Chatham is respectfully serving the Fitzgerald family., Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2009, at Epworth United Methodist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Herman L. FLINCHUM On Our 17th Wedding Anniversary, Our first one apart. Three long months have passed since you went away. I think of you every day and tears still flow. Our love and memories will last forever., Your Loving Wife, Margie, Make a memorial contribution |
Florene Harlow, 86, of Crozet, died Friday, October 23, 2009, at Mountainside Senior Living., She was born April 5, 1923, in Toccoa, Georgia, the daughter of the late Enoch Hosea and Myrtle Davis Hosea. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carl Harlow and 12 siblings., Mrs. Harlow was the wife of an Airborne Jump Master with whom she had travelled around the world and had lived in Germany and Japan. During these years she managed several child care nurseries on various Army Bases, which included Fort Campbell, Kentucky and Bad Kreuznach, Germany. She worked as a clerk at J.C. Penney for many years and was a Sunday school teacher at her church in Columbus, Georgia. She was also a member of First Baptist Church in Charlottesville., Surviving her are three daughters, Sonja Harlow Cohen and her husband, Steve, of San Diego, California, Loretta Cronk and her husband, Mike, of Charlottesville and Joyce Baker and her husband, Jim, of Dallas, Texas; seven grandchildren, Michael and his wife, Anne, Laura and her husband, Tony, Rebecca and her husband, Ryan, Carl, Jennifer and her former husband, Blake, Sarah and her friend, Aaron, and Jeff; a step-grandson, Andrew; 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Minnie Deal of Gainesville, Georgia, and Sue Means of Anderson, South Carolina; and many special nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home with Dr. Lindsay Sadler officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery., The family suggests that any desired memorial contributions be made to a Hospice of your choice. |
. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Middlesex County Volunteer Rescue Squad, Lower Middlesex Fire Dept. or Zoar Baptist Church., Make a memorial contribution |
ALONSO, Francisco, 90, of Richmond, died October 24, 2009. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Sarah Alcover Alonso; two sons, Frank Alonso and his wife, Lourdes, of Orlando, Fla., and Hector Alonso and his wife, Cathy, of Richmond; one brother, Cesar Alonso, of Richmond; four grandchildren, Nicole Miles and her husband, Tyler, of Pensacola, Fla., Lisa Alonso, of Richmond, Sarah Bellezza and her husband, Mike, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa., and Alicia Ryan and her husband, Mike, of Orlando, Fla.; four great-grandchildren, David, Adriana, Sara and Natalie; nephew, Richard Alonso and his wife, Theresa and children, Daniel and Maria, of Richmond; two nieces, Angeles Herran and Susan Salomon; and other nieces and nephews in Havana, Cuba. Mr. Alonso was preceded in death by his grandson, David Vincent Alonso. His remains rest at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday (today), and where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. David's Episcopal Church, 1801 Camborne Road, Richmond. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Hospice of Virginia and his caretakers, Luz, Josefina and Narcisa. |
TOLLIVER, Mrs. Gertrude, of Richmond entered eternal rest on October 24, 2009. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving her family. |
s will be held 2 p.m. October 27, 2009, at Paitsel Funeral Home with the Rev. Kenny Davis and the Rev. Don Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Huffman Family Cemetery, Johns Creek. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on October 26, 2009, at Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle., Make a memorial contribution |
Gladys E. Morris, 87, of Crozet, went to be with her Lord on Friday, October 23, 2009, at her residence., She was born September 21, 1922, in Virginia, to the late William James Sprouse and the late Rosa Breeden Sprouse., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Junior Walter Morris; two sisters, Mary Miller and Rosalie Morris; two brothers, William and John Sprouse; and a great-grandson, Parker., She is survived by two daughters, Linda Shifflett of Crozet and Nancy Trayler of Corpus Christi, Texas; one sister, Virginia Herrell of Nebraska; four grandchildren, Chris, Charles and Robbie Shifflett and Leslie Trayler; and seven great-grandchildren, Jonathan, Catherine, Kayla, Alyse, Peter, Jade and Johanna., A graveside inurnment service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Holly Memorial Gardens conducted by The Reverend Alan Thompson., The family would like to extend a special thank you to Frances Wyant., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911 or Meals on Wheels, 270 Stillfried Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22903. |
JAMES CITY COUNTY - H.L. "Chick" Haynes, 93, of James City County, passed away Oct. 23, 2009., He retired from Dupont after 39 years and had also been a salesman at Universal Ford., He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sarah; seven children, Brenda Houston, Wayne Haynes, Diane Culley, Ann Salamone, Jimmy Thompson, Bobbie Jean Vayo and Billy Joe Thompson. Chick is also survived by eight grandchildren, Kerman and Karen Haynes, Jennifer Culley, Shayne Grubbs, Sharon Manakin, and Billy, Matthew and Brian Houston; as well as 16 great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, at Vincent Funeral Home, 9923 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, Va. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, also at the funeral home, with burial following in Washington Memorial Park. Condolences may be registered at |
Curtis Alex Hackett, 21, of Salem, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2009. Arrangements are being handled by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
s 11 a.m. Tuesday at Martinsville Church of Truth. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services Inc. & Crematory., Make a memorial contribution |
. Services will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at 10 a.m. at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Craig Rutherford Officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park with Masonic Rites by the Lakeland Lodge #190. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children Greenville, 950 W Farris Road, Greenville, S.C. 29605-4277. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Oakey's North Chapel, 362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
HAMM, Hedley B., 81, of Glen Allen, Va., departed this life October 24, 2009. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 "B" St., Ashland. Funeral notice later. fedabneyfuneralhome.com |
Born to the late Dennis and Sarah Smith, Helen was known as "Heavy or Hammy " by family. She grew up and was educated in the schools of West Virginia, graduating from Grim High School. She relocated to the Peninsula in 1941. She worked briefly as a cafeteria worker at Ferguson High School in Newport News., Mrs. Mathis is a founding member of Gethsemane Baptist Church, Newport News, where she were was a faithful member. She was a member of the Women's Ministry and had a love for her Pastor and church family. It was obvious that Sis. Mathis had a love for others, because many loved and cared for her. She would always put the needs of others over her own, at times even going without so that her children would have the things that they needed., In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, James Mathis, and siblings, Nathaniel Smith, Alford Smith, Joseph Johnson and Nannie Wells., Mrs. Mathis has four children left to treasure her legacy: Maggie Twine (Robert) of Smithfield, Va.; Dennis (Vickey) of Norfolk, Va.; Donald (Gloria) of Hampton, Va., and Scarlette (Walter) Grant of Newport News, Va.; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a special nephew, Henry (Sharon) Austin of Annapolis, Md.; a special sister-in-law, Mary Johnson; two dear friends, Effie Brinkley and Evelyn Campbell; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other loved ones., The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Provenzano and Dr. Vaughn; Hospice nurses, Gary, Lousette, Zina, Lorraine and Alma, Carolyn Jones and Willye Dawkins Baker; and her two special daughters-in-law, Ann and Jane., Viewing will be held from noon until 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, Newport News, VA 23607; and also two hours prior at the church on Tuesday. Funeral services will be held at noon Tuesday at Gethsemane Baptist Church, Newport News, VA. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to |
She leaves to cherish her memory a husband, Thomas Ward of Hampton; six children, Jerry, Carl, Florence and Johnson, all of Virginia, Thomas of California, and Jacqueline of Colorado; four sisters, Bonnie Jackson, Hazel William and Juanita Green, all of Alabama, Mamie Berry of Mississippi; one brother, Bobbie Siler of Illinois; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. |
s will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Hill Street Baptist Church with the Rev. Johnny R. Stone officiating. The interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at HamlarCurtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
10 a.m. Monday, October 26, 2009 at Lotz Salem Funeral Home Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Thelma Agnes Hunley, of Roanoke County, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
and was a member of Westminister Presbyterian Church. He loved camping, fishing, bowling and tinkering with cars. Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Shirley Critz Jackson; a daughter, Helen "Diane" Massey and husband Terry of Chesapeake; a brother, William "W.G." Gilmore Jackson of Virginia Beach; a sister, Betty Rue Sykes of Mebane, N.C.; two grandchildren, Stephen Carlton Massey Sr. and fiancée Tiffany of Norfolk and Heather Marie Larson and husband Chris of Chesapeake; seven great- grandchildren, Stephen C. Massey Jr., Anthony Ty Massey, Matthew Michael Larson, Christian Alexander Larson, Zachary Thomas Larson, Keirsten Alexis Nicole Larson, and Emily Grace Elizabeth Larson; several nieces and nephews; many other loving family and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norview Chapel, where a funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Nathan Brown. Interment will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. Friends may send condolences to www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens by the Rev. Gene V. Primm. Memorial donations may be made to the . Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
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MASSEY, James M., of Richmond, departed this life October 21, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Dorothy Massey. He is survived by one daughter, Lakeisha Camp; one grandchild; three sisters, Linda Smith (Perry), Lorraine Williams and Denise Julius; one brother, Walter Lee Massey; his fianc‚, Deborah Butler; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday. Dr. Earl Brown officiating. Interment private. Family and friends assemble at the funeral home 10:45 a.m. Tuesday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com |
MATTAPONI - James Manley "Tom" Walton, 88, of Mattaponi, Va., died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009., Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Emma Kate Walton; and a son, Bryant Douglas Walton., He is survived by his children and their spouses, Peggy and George Callis of Mattaponi, David and Lee Walton of Gloucester, Ryland Walton of Mattaponi, Joyce and Robert Miller of Topping; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, VA. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Old Church UM Church, 5934 Lewis B. Puller Memorial Hwy, Shacklefords, VA 23156. |
WALTON, James Manley "Tom", 88, of Mattaponi, Va., died Sunday, October 25, 2009. Tom was born August 30, 1921 in King & Queen County. He was educated and a lifelong resident of King & Queen County, and a lifelong member of Old Church, Shanghai, Va. He retired from Chesapeake Corporation after 44 years of service. Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Emma Kate Walton; and a son, Bryant Douglas Walton. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Peggy and George Callis, of Mattaponi, David and Lee Walton, of Gloucester, Ryland Walton of Mattaponi, Joyce and Robert Miller, of Topping; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, 2 p.m. at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight, 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Old Church UM Church, 5934 Lewis B. Puller Memorial Hwy., Shacklefords, Va. 23156. Condolences may be registered at www.vincentfh.com. |
NEWPORT NEWS - James P. Day, 81, passed away Oct. 22, 2009, at his residence. He was born Oct. 19, 1928, in San Diego, Calif. His family lived in China, the Philippines and Panama while his father served in the U.S. Navy., He is survived by his wife, Eleanor Day; two sons, Bruce K. and William P. Day; one daughter, Anne J. Day; and a sister, Diane A. Day., Mr. Day received a Bachelors Degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering at Webb Institute of Naval Architecture and a Masters Degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and later worked at Newport News Shipbuilding. He attended Hilton Presbyterian Church, and was also a longtime member of Coastal Canoeists and an accomplished water colorist., A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at Hilton Presbyterian Church, In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity or the Mariners Museum., Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
WILLIAMSON,, James T., 89, of Henrico, Virginia, departed this life Sunday, October 25, 2009. He graduated 1940 from Cut Bank High School, Cut Bank, Montana, excelled and "lettered" in multiple sports. Served in the Army Air Corps, in New Guinea, during WWII, mustered out of military service in Richmond, Va. and settled to retirement in Henrico County. Retired from Revco Drug Stores, he relished his family vacations to the mountains and beaches, working in the garden and playing golf. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Gertha (Trudy) Williamson; three sons, Kurt (Martha), Craig (Kathy), Kent (Heather); daughter-in-law, Janice; and four grandchildren, Shannon, Ian, Emily and Temple. He was preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters, Harvey, Murray, Guy, Bud, Shannon, Mildred, Eleanor, Ruby, Edith (Happy); and grandson, James Cole. The family would like to extend their gratitude to faithful caregiver, Jennifer Lyons. The family will be receiving guests at Woody's Parham Chapel on Tuesday, October 27 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Westhampton Memorial Park on Wednesday, October 28 at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, Suite 114, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd., 23229. |
SISSON, Jane Price, 61, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2009, after an inspiring, faith-filled battle with cancer. Jane served her patients and their families many years as an R.N. in critical care, first in cardiac nursing and then in her final 25 years as a labor and delivery nurse at Henrico Doctors Hospital and Chippenham-Johnston Willis Medical Centers. Her calm demeanor, professional competence and gentle touch endeared "No Pain Jane" to her patients. She touched many lives as the Parish Nurse for St. Giles Presbyterian Church where she established many friendships. She will be missed dearly by her family, many friends, and co-workers. She is survived by her husband, Richard P. Sisson Jr.; her daughter, Emily H. Sisson; her stepson, Richard P. Sisson III and his wife, Wendy S. Sisson; grandson, Liam Morrison Sisson; as well as her mother, Adelyn Price; her sister, Robin Price; her twin brother, Frederick C. Price Jr.; and her niece, Rebecca Behrman; her mother in-law, Barbara M. Sisson; her brother-in-law, Byron M. Sisson; her loving aunts, Alice Goman, Lee Walsh and Shirley Silvick; and uncle, Raymond Silvick; as well as many cousins. Special thanks to Traci and Jim Anderson, Cathy Harbert, Karen Wild and lifelong friend, Frederick Wayne. A memorial service will be held at St. Giles Presbyterian Church, at 5200 Grove Avenue, on Tuesday, October 27, at 11 a.m. Donations may be made in Jane's name to Heifer International. Thank you to The Virginia Cancer Institute, R. Brian Mitchell, M.D. and Julie Calvert, R.N. and staff, and additional thanks to Lewis Stoneburner. |
PATTERSON, Jean May, 83, of Richmond, formerly of Louisville, Ky., passed away Friday, October 23, 2009. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Morgan May; mother, Hazel Beauchamp May; and daughter, Patricia Ann Patterson. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Earl; son, Robert and his wife, Emily; grandchildren, Elisabeth Lee and Caroline May; sister, Ann McKee of Glen Mills, Pa.; and many other relatives and friends. Jean was a loyal wife, devoted mother and survivor of three open heart surgeries, dating back to 1974. She was an early and active member of the Mended Hearts Association, and often visited those facing and recovering from open heart surgery. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave. A celebration of her life will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Seventh Street Christian Church, 4101 Grove Ave., with Rev. Carolyn Schwarz officiating. Interment to follow in Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Seventh Street Christian Church or the American Heart Association . |
Jesse D. Yarbrough, Sr. |
Oct 26, 2009 The funeral for Jesse Daniel Yarbrough Jr., 77, of Ridgeway, who died Oct. 22, 2009, was held Sunday at Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel, with the Rev. David Cuthbertson officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Military honors were presented by the Martinsville-Henry County Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Paul Mullis, Charles Bradshaw, Jonathan Bradshaw, Julian Oakes, James "Chubby" Cox, Merritt Stultz, Will Pearson and Tony Stegall. |
FRANCIS, John Milton "Big Daddy", 85, of Deltaville, formerly of Mechanicsville, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Marian R. Francis; his daughter, Brenda F. Bailey and her husband, Eugene; three grandchildren, Francis, Justin and Allison Bailey; six sisters, Ruth Carter, Bessie Best, Irma Heath, Jeannette Carlin, Marie Fowler and Rosa Lee Grant; one brother, Robert Francis; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raleigh and Annie Francis; brothers, Gilbert and James Francis; and sisters, Bertha Johnson and Louise Bryant. Mr. Francis was co-owner with John Bragg of Bragg & Francis Tile and Marble, Inc. He loved his craft, working over 40 years. It can be found in buildings all across the state, and remains a part of his legacy. He was a member of Zoar Baptist Church, the West Richmond Businessmen's Association, the Home Builder's Association of Richmond, and Woodmen of the World. A memorial service will be held at 12 noon Tuesday, October 27, at Zoar Baptist Church, Deltaville. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Middlesex County Volunteer Rescue Squad, Lower Middlesex Fire Dept. or Zoar Baptist Church. |
Joe is survived by his wife, Rae, the woman he loved his whole life; four children, Jay, Jeff, Joel and Joyce; and five grandchildren, Justin, Chris, Alexis, David and Daryl. |
WILLIAMSBURG - The sun has set for the last time on the life of Joseph R. Dill. Joe passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends. Joe was born Sept. 14, 1946 in Kankakee, Ill., He was preceded in death by his parents, Velida and Raymond Dill., Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Debbie Dill; sons, Jason (Annalisa), Travis (Nicole); and his daughter, Ashley. He is also survived by his two beautiful grandchildren, Isabella and his namesake, Joseph Dill, who brought "Pappa Joe" much enjoyment and pleasure. He is also survived by his sister, Marjorie Baker (David) from Franklin, Va.; his brother, Richard (Pat) Dill from Florence, S.C.; and numerous nieces and nephews., Joe retired from the Naval Weapons Station, Yorktown, Va., in 2006, after 42 years of service. At the time of his retirement, he was the Safety Director of the Peninsula Safety Department. After retirement he worked as the Operations Manager at Cruz Associates, Inc. until he became ill., Joe never met a stranger, his outgoing personality made him a friend to many., A special thank you to his extended family and friends at "The Shore" for making his last years so enjoyable., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sentara Hospice of Williamsburg, 1100 Professional Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23188., Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday Oct. 29, 2009, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Road, Williamsburg. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the funeral home chapel, with interment following at Williamsburg Memorial Park., Online condolences may be made at |
NEWPORT NEWS - In her 96th year, Joyce Bourne McDonald passed away peacefully at home in Newport News on Oct. 23, 2009., Joyce was born on Sept. 4, 1913, in Altringham, England, and spent most of her younger life in Ottawa, Canada. After serving in World War II as a decoder with the British Secret Service, she married John R. McDonald, who preceded her in death in 1997. They raised their family in Virginia, where John owned and operated McDonald Nurseries of Hampton., Joyce was the beloved mother to Johan M. Guthrie of Newport News, Judith M. Steffens of Hampton, Diane M. Goodrich of Burlington, Vt., William E. McDonald of Quebec, Canada, and J. Timothy McDonald of Richmond. She had six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild., A graveside service will be held at the Whyte Cemetery in Fitzroy Harbour, Ontario, Canada, at a future date. |
Kathryn was an independent dairy farmer and the founder of VICFA (Virginia Independent Consumers and Farmers Association). She was an advocate and resource for direct farm-to-consumer relations, La Leche League, traditional foods and homeschooling. Her knowledge and passion had a tremendous positive impact on her community, and she will be greatly missed. |
Kathryn O'neil Russell of North Garden, 54, died Thursday, October 22, 2009., She was born on September 1, 1955, in Charlottesville, and is survived by her parents, Malcolm and Jacqueline Underwood; her sister, Elizabeth Bowman; and her brothers, Chip and Cliff Underwood., She is also survived by her loving family, Wayne Russell, her husband of 36 years; her children, Holly, Lynn, Laura, Emily, Beth, Charlotte, Caleb and Hannah; and her grandchildren, Alanna, Ava, Amelia and Ariela., Kathryn was an independent dairy farmer and the founder of VICFA (Virginia Independent Consumers and Farmers Association). She was an advocate and resource for direct farm-to-consumer relations, La Leche League, traditional foods and homeschooling. Her knowledge and passion had a tremendous and positive impact on her community, and she will be greatly missed., The family will hold a private graveside service., Her memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at 2429 Jefferson Park Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia. |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at the Cumbie Memorial Cemetery at Rustburg Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., today, October 26, 2009, at Whitten Monelison Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to St. Judes Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-1905. To send condolences and messages online, please go to, Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Monelison Chapel is serving the Keesee family., Make a memorial contribution |
s 2 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2009, at South Oakey's Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
LaVergne T. Woody |
Oct 26, 2009 LaVergne Tuck Woody, 82, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, after a long illness. She was born in Patrick County on Sept. 30, 1927, to Thomas Jefferson Tuck and Hattie Rhodes Tuck. She was valedictorian of Stuart High School, attended Mary Washington University and graduated from Longwood College. She began teaching school in Stuart but spent most of her 30-year career teaching English at Bassett High School. She served on the board of the Patrick County Library and Museum. She was a member of Pocahontas Bassett Baptist Church, where she was the assistant organist for many years. She was a member of the American Saddlebred Horse Show Association of Virginia and was inducted into its hall of fame in 2009. Surviving are her husband of 60 years, N. Rees Woody; a daughter, Claudia L. Woody; a son, Norris R. Woody; two grandsons; a granddaughter; and a great-granddaughter. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Meadows of Dan Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart. Memorials may be made to the LaVergne Tuck Woody Scholarship, Mary Washington University, 1119 Hanover St., Fredericksburg, Va. 22401; or to The LaVergne and Rees Woody Scholarship, Bluefield College, 3000 College Drive, Bluefield, Va. 24605. |
PICK, Leonard M. Jr. "Lonnie" passed away early Sunday morning, October 25, 2009, after struggling with cancer these last 6 months. Born January 24, 1953, he grew up in Roanoke, Va., attended college at Stout State in Wisconsin and called Richmond, Va. his home these last 20 years. He was a gentle soul and a genuinely nice man. His favorite past time was following politics. He often enjoyed a raucous political debate, always taking side with those on the left. He was an excellent cook and an avid reader and student of History. His work career was centered in the food, hotel and restaurant industry where he held numerous positions in sales and management. The great loves of his life were Bassett Hounds. Each of his canine companions throughout the years held sway with his heart - Mona, Maggie, Sadie and Chloe. He was preceded in death by his long time companion, Ruth Ann King; and his parents, Len and Louise Pick. Survivors are his brother, Doug; niece, Jessica; and nephew, Marshall. He requested there not be a service but hoped that friends might contribute in his name to: BROOD - Bassett Hound Rescue of Old Dominion, c/o John Warner, 15213 Clear Spring Rd., Williamsport, Md. 21795. |
Lillian earned her LPN from Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, serving there many years with a nationally-renowned staff until her retirement. She received many honors and the respect of all she served with. |
He was a native of Rocky Mount, N.C., and a Peninsula resident for 50 years. Lloyd retired in 1987 from the U.S. Postal Service after 30 years of service and was a U.S. Army veteran., He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Frances Lancaster; daughter, Ann King of Williamsburg; two sisters, Gladys Peake of Hampton, and Nancy Williams of Elon College, N.C.; a brother, Ishmael Lancaster of Newport News; and two grandchildren, Clyde G. King, and Christopher Lee King., The family will receive friends from 1 to 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at Peninsula Funeral Home, with graveside services to follow at Peninsula Memorial Park at 2 p.m., Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
s to be held at a later date. Arrangements by Rader Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Daleville, Virginia., Make a memorial contribution |
Lorraine was a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church, Poquoson, and the Adult Bible Class; Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #110, Yorktown; Daughters of the American Revolution, Charles Parrish Chapter; Homemaker's Club of Poquoson; the Virginia Education Association (life member); and the Poquoson Retired Teachers' Association., Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Tilford R. "Tip" Crandol., She is survived by a daughter, Mary C. Snyder and husband, Earl of Newport News; a son, Frank T. Crandol and wife, Donna of Poquoson; a brother, Robert E. Smith and wife, Carol of Poquoson; grandchildren, Erin S. Dixon and husband, Ricky, Molly S. Avery and husband, Sam, Lauren S. Roche and husband, Justin, Wendy C. Harrison and husband, John, Ty Crandol, Michael Bell, and Scott Bell; great-grandchildren, Mary Blake Avery and Robert Earl "Mac" Avery., The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. tonight, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson. Funeral services will be conducted at the graveside at noon Monday, at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News, by the Rev. Katherine Gray. Following the service, the family will receive friends at The Hidenwood, 50 Wellesley Drive, Newport News. |
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband, Elvin Sheffield; daughter, Donna Stall; son, Rodney Sheffield; stepdaughter, Connie Newell; grandchildren, Jason Monger, Brandon Monger, Melissa Monger; step-grandchildren, Christopher Newell, Allison Newell, Aaron Newell and Andrew Newell; great-grandchildren, Ethan Tucker and Mckaylah Beale; and a host of special cousins., The family would like to extend a very special thanks to Cindy Anne (Squeaky) Fulgham for all her help., Margaret's family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. |
WILLING, Margaret "Kitty" Anderson, of Bon Air, died Monday, October 19, 2009. She was born in Amelia, Va. to Ida Mae Hawks and Ephraim Anderson. Kitty was preceded in death by her husband, Randall "Buddy" Willing. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Bieging and her husband, David Bieging; sons, Charles Willing and Mark Willing and his wife, Lisa Bartholomew; grandchildren, Shannon Nicole Willing, Emma Sameth, Sarah Johnson, Lindsey and Laura Bieging, Jackson, Marshall and Walker Willing; and one great-grandchild, Zachary Dickerson. Kitty grew up in a family of 13 children and is survived by her sisters, Elizabeth Morris, Allison Boyles, Shirley Martin and Ernestine Poore; and her brothers, Douglas Anderson, Joseph Anderson and Aubrey Anderson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Kitty's life's work included a business career and serving as hostess for USO during WWII. Foremost, she was a devoted mother and grandmother and a great friend to everyone who knew her. She was a past member of the Bon Air Women's Club and a member of St. Michael's Episcopal Church for 50 years and an avid Bridge player. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 30, 2009 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 8706 Quaker Lane, Bon Air, Va. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 8706 Quaker Lane, Bon Air, Va. 23235; Epworth United Methodist Church c/o Jack Easter, 300 Blue Grass Rd., Midlothian, Va. 23114; or to a charity of your choice. |
Mary R. Ray |
Oct 26, 2009 The funeral for Mary Lee Riggan Ray, 79, of Henry, who died Oct. 23, 2009, was held Sunday at Fort Trial Christian Church with Minister Lawrence Harris and Dr. Jim Dickerson officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Grove Christian Church cemetery. Pallbearers were Bruce Reaves, Dick Reaves, Daniel Hart, Doug Hart, Chuck Hart, Ronnie Cox, B.J. Hart and Adam Boone. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Bassett Chapel, was in charge of arrangements. |
CONDYLES, Meriwether Allen, 74, of Richmond, passed away October 24, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband, Nicholas C. Condyles. She is survived by her two sons, C. Nicholas Condyles, and his wife, Elizabeth and Michael A. Condyles; three grandchildren, Katie, Allen and Sebastian Condyles; sister, Jane Rowe and her husband, Bill, of Miami, Florida. Meriwether was a Graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, attended R.P.I and was a volunteer with the Red Cross at the McGuire VA Hospital and a member of St. Giles Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave Wednesday, October 28, 2009 from 1 to 2 p.m., with a funeral service beginning at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in Riverview Cemetery. |
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He came to the Daily Press' sister publication, the Times-Herald, in 1985. He became a front page designer and business editor at the Daily Press, employing his substantial talents on stories, headlines and visual displays. He began working for the Kaufman & Canoles law firm in 2000, becoming an attorney, specializing in real estate law, in 2003., Mike was an avid bicyclist, often taking long treks with the 'Killer Bees,' a local riding group. He enjoyed playing rugby, debating politics and current events, and rooting for the North Carolina Tar Heels, his alma mater., He loved spending time with his family and friends, had a great sense of humor and wit, and was passionate about everything he spent time on - from his biking to his incisive political opinions to his work and family life., Mike received a B.A. degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1985; his M.B.A. degree from the College of William and Mary in 1993; and his J.D. from Regent University in 2003. He was a member of the Newport News Bar Association, the Virginia Bar Association and the American Bar Association., He was accepted in 2008 into the Leadership Institute of the Virginia Peninsula, a program of the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. He was on the advisory board of the Salvation Army Virginia Peninsula and was active in the Running Man Community Association., Besides his wife, children and parents, Mike also leaves to cherish his memories his sister, Susan Harris and brother-in law, Earl, both of Smithfield, N.C.; brother, James Toole and sister-in-law, Rose, both of Clayton, N.C.; sister, Meta Toole and brother, Butler Toole, both of Smithfield, N.C., He leaves his niece, Emily Radford; his uncle, Thomas Toole and wife, Myrtle, all of Smithfield, N.C.; his aunt, Sarah T. Wiggs of Selma, N.C.; his great-aunt, Mary Frances Bingham of Smithfield, N.C.; his aunt, Carol B. Kenner of Jeffersonville, Ind.; aunt, Frances B. Mueller of Alexandria; aunt, Eloise Capps of Smithfield, N.C.; his niece, Lynn Fortune and, her husband, Chip and their son, Grayson; his nephew, Brad Gruber. He also leaves many devoted friends who cherished him., In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 124 Watertown St., Suite 2-D, Watertown, MA, 02472. |
s will be held at Oakey's South Chapel on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at noon with the Rev. Dan Netting officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 26, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel. Memorial may be made to The First Christian Church, 712 Front Avenue, Salem, Va. 24153., Make a memorial contribution |
Freddie J. Napper NORFOLK - Freddie J. Napper, 60, passed away Oct. 22, 2009, in his residence. He was born in Martinsville, Va., and was a manager for Food Lion. He is survived by his wife, Nancy and two daughters, Kamara and Bridgette; family friend and "daughter," Leslie; two grandchildren, Jonathan and Kayla; two brothers, Charlie Napper Jr. and George Napper; and two sisters, Nona Deering and Anne Scales. Services will be held in Martinsville, Va., on Thursday, Oct. 29. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Nelson gave his life to Christ at an early age. He was an active and faithful member of First Baptist Church East End and served with the Men's Chorus, the Young Adult Choir and the W.M. Brown Gospel Choir., He graduated from Ferguson High School in Newport News, then went on to further his education at Thomas Nelson Community College in Hampton and Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, Va. Nelson was employed at Fort Eustis, as a student trainer technician for the Army Training Support Center, until his retirement in July 2007., Nelson is survived by three brothers, Nathaniel Harvey of Moreno Valley, Calif., Warren Harvey of Hampton, Va., and Jesse Harvey (Cheryl) of Hampton; and one sister, Earlene Harvey Overton (Albert) of Portland, Ore. He is also survived by three aunts, Vashti Pittman Davis of Baltimore, Md., Eartie Pittman Watson of Orange, N.J., and Naomi Pittman Harris of Baltimore; a special cousin, Barbara J. Hughes of Weldon, N.C.; and a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren, family and friends., Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, NN, VA 23607. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at First Baptist Church East End, 3000 Jefferson Ave.,, NN,VA 23607. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to |
Ann and her husband, JW, were original investors of Norris Funeral Services where she additionally served as the organist. She was a member of Fieldale United Methodist Church, served was the assistant organist and was also active in youth activities. In the 1980's she founded the "Wonderful Wednesday" youth program which included 60 members and over 100 volunteers. In addition she served as the chairperson of education for many years and was a member of the church choir for 50 years. Mrs. Norris was instrumental in forming the "Fieldale Strings", a five member music group in 1990., Surviving are her 5 children, Debra Lynn Norris Farrington, of Martinsville, Kathy Ann Norris Stone, of Wake Forest, N.C., Jesse White "Jay"Norris III, of Axton, David Neff Norris, of Axton, and Kimberly Jane Norris, of Fieldale. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren, Jerry Norris Stone, Holly Springs, N.C., Jamie Lynn Farrington, of Charlotte, N.C., Sara Britte Farrington, of Danville, Lauren Ann Stone, of Raleigh, N.C., Jayson Barrett Norris, of Lynchburg, Brandon Shane Norris, of Lynchburg, Christian David Norris, of Axton, and Harrison Neff Norris, of Axton. She is also survived by a sister, Sara Neff Alligood and her husband, Leon Alligood; as well as a niece, Kristy Alligood Fyfe; and a nephew, Kevin Neff Alligood., The visitation will be Tuesday, October 27, 2009, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Fieldale United Methodist Church, 36 Patrick Ave., Fieldale, and at other times at the home, 78 Breeze Way Dr., Fieldale. Funeral Services will follow at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with the Reverend Linda Theis officiating with burial to follow in Mountain View Cemetery in Rural Retreat, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fieldale United Methodist ChurchChoir Fund. Those wishing to express a memory or sympathy online may do so by visiting www.bassett, . Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett is serving the family of Mrs. Ann Neff Norris., NORRIS, Ann Neff, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at noon on Monday, October 26, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
COURTLAND - Paul A. Williams, 51, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday Oct. 22, 2009. He was born in Southampton County to Lonnie Batten and the late Eugene Williams., Paul leaves to love him dearly his wife, Angela Williams; six children, Inez, Dianyell, Donald, Daycha, Quinton, Shanikqua; 23 grandchildren; mother, Lonnie Batten (Joe); maternal grandmother, Gladys Lloyd; two brothers, three sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at Christian Home Baptist Church, Windsor. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, at Shivers Funeral Chapel, and one prior to the service at the church., Arrangements by Shivers Funeral Chapel, Smithfield (757)357-9500 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Paul was a native and lifelong resident of the Peninsula. He worked along side his father as a brick mason. He enjoyed art, riding motorcycles, and was an avid nature lover. Paul had a big heart, and had a great love for writing and playing his music, and enjoyed recording his music for family and friends. He attended Bethel Baptist Church., Paul is survived by his parents, Conway and Betty Jo Hudgins; two sisters, Sherry McCullen and her husband, John of Newport News, Teresa Mathis and her husband, Brian of Yorktown; nieces, Brandy Rice and her husband, Rob; nephews, Christopher Hudgins and his wife, Becky, Shawn Mathis, Shane Mathis; great-niece, Haley; two great-nephews, Collin and Landin; special aunt, Betty Tinker; many other aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends., A celebration of Paul's life will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Bethel Baptist Church in Tabb. The family will receive friends following the service., Memorial donations may be made to The Massey Cancer Center, The Thomas Palliative Care Fund (memo line) P.O. Box 980037, Richmond, VA 23298-0037. |
on Tuesday at CollinsMcKeeStone Funeral Home, Martinsville Chapel. Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be expressed at, Make a memorial contribution |
Lossie M. Peele CHESAPEAKE - Lossie M. Peele, 62, of the 900 block of Guenevere Court, died Oct. 23, 2009, in her residence. Born in Southampton County, Virginia, she attended Little Grove Baptist Church, Huntersville, Suffolk. Survivors include husband, Raymond D. Peele; two daughters, Sherry Peele- Brown (Booker T.) of Detroit and Shavon Peele of Chesapeake; brother, Raymond L. Harris of Roxbury, Mass.; three grandchildren, Erika, Toni (Omar), Juwuana; two great-grandchildren, Honnesty and Omari; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Virginia Harris; father, Willis Harris Sr; and brother, Willis Harris Jr. A funeral will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Little Grove Baptist Church, Suffolk, with the Rev. Ralph Richardson presiding. Viewing will begin Tuesday at noon. The family will be at the residence. The body will be in the church Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens, Suffolk. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 2 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jimmie Lee Price officiating. Interment will follow in the Indian Creek Cemetery, Indian Valley Road, Floyd. Friends may call anytime after 12 noon and the family will receive friend from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive SW, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Roger "Snapper" Jr. PHILLIPS With heavy hearts we've tried to move on. Although its been a year since you went home to be with God, the pain is as real as if it were yesterday. Everyday we think of you and feel sad for our loss, but we know we were blessed to be a part of your life. We know you are in heaven smiling down on us and we will see you again someday., Forever in our hearts., Loving & missing you,, Mom, Dad, Kent, Levi, Missy, Chuck, Ginger, Jeff, Amber, Allen, Adam & Granny, Make a memorial contribution |
Left to cherish treasured memories of being a wonderful husband, father, brother, uncle and friend are his loving wife of 42 years, Sandra; son, Jared; sister, Sonia and spouse/cruise buddy, Kent Smith; brother-in-law, Curtis Rakes and Anne; mother-in-law, Mildred Ellicott; nephews, Jay (Susanne), Mike (Shawn and Steven), and Chris Rakes; Ray Flora (Ashley); nieces, Alicia Causey (Steve, Hailey and Clay); Michelle Anderson; Taralyn Warren, and Emmy Walls (Dave, Mandy, Drew), and many more faithful family and special friends, (Ron, Dick, Tim, Wiley, Flo, Will, and Mike Rochelle, to name a few)., His love of God, family and country was shown daily in his involvement with his family and as a member of West Hampton Baptist Church for 57 years; a Boy Scout Leader-Troop 915 for 15+ years; officer/member of the Northampton Civic League and city committees; and NAGE R-4-11 Union president for 15+ years, member of the DAV, and American Legion. His passion for teaching young people to be better citizens resulted in many young men in his scout troop to reach the rank of Eagle Scout., He graduated from Hampton High in '61, after starting an early work career as floor referee at Skateland Roller Rink. He later worked for NNS&DDCo., after which he was drafted into the U.S. Army, then on to the war in Vietnam. He was always a good soldier and Patriot, and was discharged in '66. His life took a new direction into Electronics with the Hampton Roads Music Corp (MUZAK). In '77, his love of music (and lots of practice) lead him to play guitar in several Rock Bands-Echoes, The Lancers, and Autumn. His final 30 years, in addition to his regular job at HQ Ft. Monroe, the most exciting and rewarding experience was becoming the contract sound engineer for Busch Gardens Concert Series ('77-'92), working with famous entertainment acts on weekends. With that same excitement and passion for excellence, he rounded out his career as the civil service supervisor for the Audio-Visual Branch at HQ Ft Monroe., Thanks to the VA and Sentara CarePlex Hospital staffs, who provided compassion and excellent care, and all who have provided support and prayers during these difficult months., Family visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, at West Hampton Baptist Church, Aberdeen Rd., Hampton, with burial at Hampton Veteran's Memorial Gardens, Butler Farm Road, Hampton. |
Jessyee (J J) Ramsey, 95, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. Wednesday at Birchlawn Burial Park. Arrangements by Kendall Funeral Home, Pembroke., Make a memorial contribution |
Reba J. Harper |
Oct 26, 2009 Reba Jewel Harper, 74, of 1023 Mountain Road, Martinsville, died Friday, Oct. 23, 2009, at Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born in Richlands on April 28, 1935, to Albert and Mary Young Jewel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Cloah Colley, Nila Absher, Janie McDaniel and Jean McClothlin; and a brother, Earl Jewel. She retired from Bassett-Walker and became a certified nursing assistant. She attended Martinsville Church of Truth. Surviving are two daughters, Gail Altizer Atkins and Deanna Harper Gutierrez, both of Martinsville; two sons, Danny Altizer and William "Woody" Altizer, both of Martinsville; four sisters, Thelma Horton of Raven, Frances Davis of Martinsville, Dorothy Lester of Moneta and Shirley Jewel of Belair, Md.; a brother, Raymond Jewel of Rawlings, Md.; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Martinsville Church of Truth with Pastor William H. Preskitt Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the church and other times at the home of Gail Atkins, 194 Highland Ridge Road, Martinsville. Memorials may be made to the building fund of Martinsville Church of Truth, 1376 Joseph Martin Highway, Martinsville, Va. 24112. Norris Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. |
As a man tied to nature, he was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, working on his farm and caring for his livestock. He was a member of the American Arbor Foundation. Enjoying NASCAR racing was one of his favorite pass times. Another one of his life joys was his enjoyment of snuff., Preceding him in rest are his parents, Robert and Kathryn Shaffer. Surviving members of the family include his wife of 36 years, Teresa L. Shaffer; children, Rick A. Shaffer (Wendy), and Anna Christina Shaffer (Tom); grandchildren, Brandon and April; great-grandchildren, Gretchen and Campbell; brother, Donald L. Shaffer (Jackie); mother-in-law, Priscilla Martin; nephew, Mitch Shaffer; and niece, Vickie Sustrich., For his assistance in caring for the farm livestock over the past year, the family thanks and gives their appreciation to a very special friend, Shawn. |
Immediately following the attack on Pearl Harbor, after turning 19, he qualified as an Aviation Cadet in the Army Air Corps. He completed his flying training in Camden, S.C., Bainbridge, Ga., Columbus, Miss., and was assigned to a training command airbase in Stuttgart, Ariz. Initially, he towed gliders, but soon the mission changed to pilot training and he instructed advanced cadets until June 1944. As he used to say, he was then able to escape the "Training Command" and go to B-24 and B-29 training, and a chance to get into the war., He arrived in Guam in time to fly in the great March 9-10 bombing raid on Tokyo. Completing 36 missions against Japan, he returned to the U.S. and left military active duty. As a "citizen soldier" he continued to fly as a reserve pilot, and enrolled to complete his college education at the University of Maryland. While there, he met and married his wife of 61 years, Gene Scaggs Bigelow, who preceded him in death in 2007., Bigelow was recalled to active duty for the Korean War. Flying several thousand hours with the Military Air Transport Service, the duty took him on numerous crossings of the Pacific in support of Korea and the atomic/hydrogen bomb tests at Eniwetok and Bikini., As that war ended, he was offered a Regular Commission in the U.S. Air Force and returned to Davis and Elkins, W.Va., as an AFROTC instructor. Though from a family of citizen soldiers, he and Gene felt that after two wars, he was in fact, career military., Though he flew only enough to maintain proficiency while with AFROTC, he next went to full-time flying at Bolling Field, Washington, D.C., in support of Headquarters, U.S. Air Force. Using five or six types of small and large aircraft, missions were to all parts of the U.S., and much of the world, to include an around the world trip with the Secretary of Agriculture in President Roosevelt's aircraft, the Sacred Cow. Completing a seven-year stint in Washington as Assistant executive Officer and front office pilot for the Air Force Comptroller, Major Bigelow joined the 463rd Tactical Airlift Wing of C-130 airplanes at Langley Field, Hampton. It was while en route to a four-month "rotation" at Evreux-Fauville, France, that he was intercepted at Lajes in the Azores to return and redeploy for the first of two Post "tours" in support of Vietnam., After flying airlift missions to 36 different fields in every "nook and cranny" of that tortured place, he left the 463rd wing for what was to be his final tour of duty as Senior Operations Officer on an Action Team in the Pentagon Air Force Command. Awards include the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with 10 Oak Leaf Clusters., Leaving the Air Force for retirement on the Virginia Peninsula, Bigelow met and was hired by Mrs. Norvelate Downing, instantly sharing her concern for the poor housing conditions in downtown Newport News. He started an unlikely career for a military officer as Housing Coordinator, Deputy Director and Director of the Office of Human Affairs. Despite the complete change of direction in life's work, Bob was completely dedicated to the multi-programmed Office of Human Affairs and his fellow man., After retiring from OHA, he continued his lifelong interest in flying with the Old Dominion Squadron, Commemorative Air Force, and in history as a member of the York County Historical Committee., He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Rollins and her husband, Dennis; granddaughters, Elizabeth and her husband, David Allen, Stephanie and her husband, Brian Jump, and Samantha; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Caitlin Allen, all of Yorktown. He is also survived by nephews, Chester and Laura Bigelow of Frederick, Md., John and Cathy Bigelow of Frederick, Md.; and a plethora of nieces and nephews., The family extends it's gratitude and praise to the devoted nurses and staff of the Gardens of Warwick Forest, a team of caring people from Riverside Hospice, and all the family and friends of Bob, who made his journey to Heaven complete., A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends following the service. Interment with full military honors will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at Arlington National Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the York County Historical Museum, P.O. Box 2431, Yorktown, VA 23692, or to the Old Dominion Squadron, Commemorative Air Force, 32454 John Beverly Rose Drive, Franklin, VA 23851. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
She leaves to cherish her blessed memories her sisters, Louise Rountree (Moses), Odessa Rubin (Felton), Dena Wallace and Bernice Brown (Willie); her brothers, James Wallace (Dorothy), Lawrence Wallace (Christine), Arthur Wallace, John Wallace (Sanetta) and Billy Wallace; her aunts, Martha Greenhow (Theodore) and Ruth Miles; her uncle, George Wallace; her many loving nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of caring friends., A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at New Zion Baptist Church, 3991 Longhill Road, with Dr. Robert A. Whitehead officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at 4549 Centerville Road by noon on Wednesday. Ms. Wallace may be viewed from 5 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home., Professional Services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA. 757-229-3011 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
will be conducted 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, by Pastor Bart Weakley. Mrs. Schenk's cremated remains will be placed with those of her husband in Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be announced. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Simpson Funeral Home, 366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
Ronald E. Schnurman, 54, of Bedford, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Ed was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Katherine Crockett Westcott., He is survived by his sons, Clarence F. Westcott and his wife, Carol of Seaford, David C. Westcott and his wife, Cathy of Seaford; a daughter, Sandra Westcott Emerson and her husband, Wray of Seaford; a sister, Lila Shockley of Richmond, and a sister-in-law, Rose Westcott of Yorktown. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Tracy Hill and her husband, Charles, Carla Gomez and her husband, Sam, Rick Emerson and his wife, Trish, Chase Emerson, Wes Westcott, Brooke Emerson and Anne Emerson; and six great-grandchildren, Jessica Gomez, Tyler Gomez, Taylor Gomez, Nicholas Hill, Ashleigh Hill and Ezekiel Emerson., The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Darlene Pauls, for her dedicated and loving support throughout the years; Randy and Gail Stathers and the staff of Home Helpers, for their care and compassion; and Tiffany and the staff of Mary Immaculate Bon Secours Hospice., Family and friends will be gathering at the home of his daughter, Sandra Emerson., A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, at Zion United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Zion UMC Building Fund, P.O. Box 240, Seaford, VA 23696. |
Billie Jo Smith, 57, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at Trinity Episcopal Church Cemetery in Lynchburg. The family will receive friends on Tuesday October 27, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made in Dexter's name to the Good Samaritan Hospice., Make a memorial contribution |
Thomas Smith Jr. KITTY HAWK - Former Nashvillian and lifelong communicant of Christ Church Cathedral Thomas Olsen Hartley Smith Jr. of Kitty Hawk, N.C., died Oct. 23, 2009 of Guillain-Barre Syndrome at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He was born to the late Georgia Belle and Thomas O. H. Smith July 18, 1932. An alumnus of The University of the South at Sewanee where he pledged Phi Delta Theta fraternity, he graduated from Vanderbilt University and its School of Law. He served as a lieutenant in the judge advocate division at Great Lakes Naval Training Center before establishing his law practice in Nashville. In his retirement, he enjoyed working at the Home Depot. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Barbara Nixon Smith; his brother, David H. Smith (Gardner); and two sons, Thomas Olsen Hartley Smith III (Melissa) of Livingston, Tenn., and Andrew Mayer Smith; and their mother, Gloria Mayer Smith. Also surviving are his daughter-in-law, Marja Smith; two granddaughters, Kendall Vaughn Smith and Rianne Melinda Smith; and six stepchildren and their families. His daughter, Melinda Mayer Smith, died in 1992. The funeral will be held at noon Tuesday, Oct. 27, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Southern Shores, N.C. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions to be made to GBS/CIDP Foundation International, (www., ). Contact: Barbara N. Smith, 4025 Creek Road, Kitty Hawk, N.C. 27949. Twiford Funeral Homes, Colony Chapel, Manteo, N.C., is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Lucian B. St.Clair, 66, of Thaxton, died Sunday, October 25, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Shannon Mills St.Clair, 30, of Thaxton, died Friday, October 23, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, is handling arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to The Recovery Center (Virginia Beach Detox Center), 409 Birdneck Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Condolences may be made to the family at www.hollomon-, Make a memorial contribution |
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WHITE, Stuart Douglas, 61, of Richmond, passed away Friday, October 23, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, Edlow; and son, Michael. He is survived by his wife, Anne; two children, Christine and Steven; and their mother, Roseann; a grandson, Jacob; stepsons, Travis and Kramer Grim; his mother, Elsie; brother, James and his wife, Karen; two nephews, James Jr. and his wife, Leigh, and Shawn; and one niece, Haley. Mr. White will be lovingly remembered as a great father. For most of his life he was a drummer in numerous bands around Richmond. He loved to ride his Harley with his friends, and was an avid freshwater fisherman from the time his dad taught him to fish. He retired from Philip Morris, USA in 2008 after 28 ½ years of service. The family will receive friends 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 31, at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., where a celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Hawthorne, The Cancer Resource Center, 1401 Johnston-Willis Drive, Richmond, Va. 23235. |
SCHMIDT, Stuart Gray, of Richmond, Va., died peacefully on Friday, October 23, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward F. Schmidt; his mother, Martha Lee Stevenson Schmidt; and his brother, Edward F. Schmidt Jr. He is survived by his wife, Susan Spatig Schmidt; three sons, Stuart Gray Schmidt Jr., Howard S. Schmidt and James D. Schmidt; six grandchildren, Emma Tyler, Hannah Elizabeth, Alexandra Elizabeth, Jack Robert James, Christian Alexis and Bailey Christian Schmidt. Before serving in the military during WWII Mr. Schmidt attended Hampden-Sydney College, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. After his military service he joined his father's real estate firm Schmidt & Wilson, where he was instrumental in developing the Stratford Hills properties. He later formed his own real estate company and was a member of the Richmond Board of Realtors, the Virginia Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. He was a current member of the Country Club of Virginia, Willow Oaks Country Club and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Mr. Schmidt was an animal lover, who contributed generously to various animal and environmental organizations. He was a founding member of Save Our Shelter (S.O.S.). A service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 6000 Grove Ave. His family is forever grateful for the loving care given by Anita Miller, Charlotte White and Patsy Hembrick. Memorial contributions may be made to Save Our Shelter, P.O. Box 27142, Richmond, Va. 23261, or The Virginia Home, 1101 Hampton St., Richmond, Va. 23220. |
will be conducted at Living Water Christian Church on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be made in Calvin's name to the Rescue Mission., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2009, in Fair View Cemetery by the Rev. Warren L. Turner. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, 366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Kilgore Massey; his parents, Dick and Beatrice Massey; his brother, Gary Massey, all of Hampton; and his sisters, Wilma "Willi" Frank and Peggy Weaver, both of Clarksville, Tenn. He is also survived by a daughter, Crystal Flythe;, two step-children, Jackie and Eddie Hancock; two nieces, Racheal Massey and Sally Garrett; and two nephews, Darrell and Brett Adkins., Terry attended Bethel High School. He worked at Branscome Paving for several years. He enjoyed auto racing and automotive mechanics., The viewing will be at Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions, 2609 Cunningham Drive, Hampton, beginning at noon Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, with funeral service at 2 p.m., officiated by the Rev. Glen Jones of Abundant Life Tabernacle. The family will be at the funeral home to receive friends prior to and following the service., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Terry's name to the |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
s 11 a.m. Monday at the West View Cemetery in Radford. Arrangements by Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory., Make a memorial contribution |
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Lester Thomas Wilkinson Lester Thomas Wilkinson, 92, of Rustburg, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009. He was born Nov. 1, 1916, to Thomas Benjamin Wilkinson and Annie Dawson Wilkinson. He was preceded in death by his parents and 11 siblings. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Manie Reynolds Wilkinson; daughter, Melba W. Tanner, of Rustburg, daughter, Amy W. Stout and husband, Bob, of Lynchburg, and son, Ben Wilkinson and wife, Anne, of Lynchburg. Additionally, he is survived by three grandchildren, Chris Tanner and wife, Danielle, of Rustburg, Melanie Tanner and Wes Jordan, of Amherst, and Thomas Wilkinson, of Lynchburg; one great-grandchild, Nevan Jordan, of Amherst. He was an extraordinarily gentle man with a wealth of experience and knowledge. He served in World War II as a Combat Medic in the Pacific Theatre of the United States Army and was awarded a Bronze Star along with four Bronze Service Stars. He was a member of Rustburg Baptist Church. Retired from the state of Virginia, he was a lifelong farmer, who enjoyed gardening, fishing and spending time with family. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with the Rev. Christopher Weidley officiating. Interment will follow at the Wilkinson Family Cemetery in Rustburg, with military honors by the American Legion Post #16. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., today, Oct. 26, 2009, at Whitten Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Fellowship Baptist Church Building Fund P.O. Box 518 Rustburg, VA 24588. To send condolences and messages online, please go to www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Timberlake Chapel, is serving the Wilkinson family. |
Vernon Bruce Belew Sr., 89, of Waynesboro, who died Thursday, October 22, 2009, is also survived by two brothers, Harvey Clifton Belew of Scottsville and Herbert W. Belew of Charlottesville., Services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2009, at Basic United Methodist Church in Waynesboro. |
WHITBY, Walter W. "Sonny," died Saturday, October 24, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Melvina; three sisters, Shirley, Sylvia and Ann; three stepchildren, Vivian, Diane and Jay; eleven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends 2 to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, at Blileys - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., and where services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. |
s 1 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2009, at Temple Baptist Church, Covington, Va. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
1 p.m. Monday at Twin Oaks Baptist Church. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
s well be conducted 3 p.m. Monday at Antioch Church of the Brethren with the Rev. David Wolfe and the Rev. Tom Powers officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, with military honors by American Legion Post 6. The family will receive friends on Sunday from from 5 to 8 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. and other times at the home of Earl Webb at 151 Graveyard Knob Rd. Callaway., . Your Exclusive Provider of Veterans & Family Memorial Care, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son, with Pastor Earl Clemons officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
. He loved spending time with his shipmates from the USS Trigger and Bo loved spending time with his camping family. He was a member of London Bridge Baptist Church. Bo is survived by his wife, Joyce "Lil" White, and his daughter, Denise Brickey and husband Brett; son, Dan White; three sisters, Merle Harring, Shelby Hess, Helen Zepaltas and was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth and Betty and two brothers, Kenneth and Buck. He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Eric, Kevin, Emma, Morgan, and Carson and was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kristen. A funeral will be held Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m. in London Bridge Baptist Church by the Rev. Tommy Taylor with burial to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens where U.S. Navy honors will be accorded at the graveside. The family will receive friends at the Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
CONRAD, William C., 88, died October 24, 2009. Preceded last week in death by his wife, Barbara Gambrill Conrad, he is survived by his daughter, Cindy Conrad Gay (Tom), of Richmond; his son, Keith Conrad of Severna Park, Md.; his three grandchildren, Paige S. Gay, Kolby Conrad and Patrick Conrad. To respect Mr. Conrad's wishes, there will be no visitation or services. The family wishes to thank the caregivers at Manor Care, Imperial, as well as those at Heartland Hospice for all of their kindness and support. |
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September 30, 1927 October 25, 2009 LaVergne Tuck Woody died on Sunday, October 25, 2009 after a lengthy illness., LaVergne was a native of Patrick County, Va., the daughter of Thomas Jefferson Tuck and Hattie Rhodes Tuck. She and her sister, Dorothy Tuck Johnson, grew up in Stuart, where LaVergne was the Valedictorian of Stuart High School. She attended Mary Washington University and was graduated from Longwood College., She met her husband, Rees Woody, when they both worked together at Fairystone State park in the summers. The were married in 1949, and in august, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary., LaVergne began teaching school in Stuart, Va., but spent most of her 30 year professional career teaching English at Bassett High School. She shared here wisdom with multiple generations of students and was honored by them with yearbook dedications and teacher-of-the-year honors., LaVergne served on the Board of the Patrick County Library and Museum. She was a member of the Pocahontas Bassett Baptist Church, where she was the assistant organist for many years. She and her husband, Rees, were also members of the American Saddlebred Horseshow Association of Virginia (ASHAV). This spring there were inducted in the ASHAV Hall of Fame., LaVergne is survived by her husband, N. Rees Woody; her daughter, Claudia L. Woody; her son, Norris R. Woody; daughter-in-law, Patricia Malone Woody; grandsons, Trey Woody and Patrick Rees; granddaughter, Melissa MacGregor and husband, Reed; and great-granddaughter, Michaela MacGregor. She is also survived by the extended family that she created out of love and inclusion, Zoe Griffith, Sandy Ball, Lynn Spruill, Brenda Redd, Steve Malik, Carolyn Vaughan, Jimmy Kindle and Pauline Moore., In addition to her many other family members, LaVergne leaves behind a multitude of friends who have been touched by her kindness, courage, grace and love., ., In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to:, The LaVergne Tuck Woody Scholarship, Mary Washington University, 119 Hanover Street, Fredericksburg, Va. 22401 or The LaVergne and Rees Woody Scholarship, Bluefield College, 3000 College Dr., Bluefield, VA 24605., Make a memorial contribution |
Ronald Wayne Yopp II, 38, of Moneta, passed away Friday, October 23, 2009. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Halesford Baptist Church, Wirtz. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
to follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
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