Addison Gabriella Combs Funeral services for Addison Gabriella Combs will be conducted at noon Thursday at Swords Creek Community Baptist Church, Swords Creek, Va., with Rev. Chris Musick and Rev. Giles Ball officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Thomas Harris and Chris Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will be Hailey Tiller, Owen Tiller, Dru-Ann Harris, and Ashby Harris. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Ronald McDonald House, 418 North State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN 37604; or March of Dimes, 10128 Suite A West Broad St., Glen Allen, VA 23060. Addison Gabriella Combs, 1 month old infant daughter of Robert and Tiffany Helton Combs of Honaker, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, in Johnson City Medical Center. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. |
In Loving Memory of J. AKERS November 5, 1986, was a long time ago to loose my best R.V. camping buddy! Keep your gear ready to go, we're going again!, Lewis & Betty Wills, Make a memorial contribution |
GLOUCESTER - Albert M. Howard, 92, of Gloucester departed this life on Monday, Nov. 2, 2009., He was a native of Gloucester and a member of Bethel Baptist Church., Survivors include his devoted wife of 64 years, Bertha Taylor Howard; daughters, Barbara Howard of Gloucester, Elaine Howard Dillard (Joseph) of Newport News, and Deloris Yvonne Howard Patton (Frank) of Lynchburg; sons, Alvin Howard (Irma) of Gloucester, Arthur Howard of Yonkers, N.Y., Randolph Howard (Susan) of Seminole, Fla., and Harold Howard (Yvette) of Newport News; brothers, Elijah Howard (Mary) and Wallace Howard both of Gloucester; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends., A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Baptist Church, located at 2978 Hickory Fork Road, Gloucester. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. |
MARTIN, Anita Louise Patterson, 69, of Powhatan, Va., passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by a son, Don R. Martin Jr. Anita is survived by her husband of 47 years, Don R. Martin; a daughter, Anne Townsend and her husband, Joey; grandson, Joel; and granddaughter, Jessi, all of Powhatan; a sister, Peggy Carlo (Frank) of Blackstone; three brothers, Stanley Patterson (Shirley) of Powhatan, Bobby Patterson (Carolyn), Dicky Patterson; and a special friend, Doris Patterson, all of Blackstone. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009 at the Joseph McMillian Funeral Home, 1826 Cox Road (Bus. Hwy. 460), Blackstone, Va. 23824. A memorial service will be held at a later date in the Patterson Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the March of Dimes, Richmond Chapter, 10128-A W. Broad Street, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Online condolences and registry available at www.mcmillianfuneralhome.com |
FORRISTAL, Anna Olivia Norris, 82, died November 3, 2009. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Dorothy and Hugh Norris, of Deltaville, Va.; and her husband, H. Leo Forristal of Richmond. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Susan Gayle and Jeffery Bessellieu; and two granddaughters, Olivia and Laura Bessellieu of Mechanicsville; and a devoted friend and fellow Braves fan, Helen Brand. Mrs. Forristal was an active member of Broadus Memorial Baptist Church for many years. She was also a life member of Henrico Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary. Her remains lay at Bennett Funeral Home on Lee-Davis Road. Visitation will be Wednesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., and where a funeral will be held on Friday at 10 a.m., with a luncheon immediately following the service at Broadus Memorial Baptist Church, 5351 Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville. Burial will follow at Norris Cemetery in Deltaville at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions should be made to the Broadus Memorial Baptist Church Building Fund. |
SANSOM, Anne Elizabeth, 95, of Hopewell, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at Riverview on the Appomattox. She was born in Phillips, Wisconsin to Phillip and Victoria Kubus Solecki. She was predeceased by her husband, Hassel R. Sansom; her sister, Millie Dorish; and two brothers, Leo and Emanuel Solecki. Surviving are her daughter, Dyanne Mihalcoe and husband, Miron; a son, Raymond R. Sansom and wife, Kathy; two sisters, Mary Kurdziel and Betty Starke; four grandchildren, Miron "Mickey" Mihalcoe Jr., Teresa Fields, Kimberly Greiner, Christopher Scott Sansom; great-grandchildren, Crystal Fields, Benjamin and Lauryn Greiner. Mrs. Sansom was a volunteer at The Shepard's Place and volunteered for over 20 years at John Randolph Medical Center with the Teddy Bear Program. A vigil service will be held Friday, November 6, 2009 at 7 p.m. in St. James Catholic Church, with visitation to follow. A Mass of Christian Resurrection will be held Saturday, November 7, 2009 in St. James Catholic Church at 10 a.m., with Father Frank Wiggins officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Theresa Cemetery, West Point, Va., at 12:30 p.m. Contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church Roof Fund, 102 N. 5th Ave., Hopewell, Va.. 23860. Condolences may be registered with jtmorriss.com. |
will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services., Make a memorial contribution |
Loretta B. Arthur, 74, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
s. Please share a memory with the family at www.grahamfuneralhome. com., Make a memorial contribution |
Charlie Banks Jr. PORTSMOUTH - Charlie Banks Jr., 74, of the 3300 block of Gwin St., passed away Oct. 30, 2009. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in New Galilee Baptist Church, 1013 Great Bridge Blvd. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Chapel is in charge. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
POWERS, Barbara J., 72, of Manakin-Sabot, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joel L. Powers, went to meet the Lord on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her brother, Presley Powers. She is survived by a son, Donnie Hardaway; daughter, Lynda Worsham; brother, Charles Powers; sister, Joanne Hilton; sister-in-law, Candy Powers; two granddaughters, Jennifer Moore and Katelyn Hardaway; great-grandson, Jack Moore; numerous nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Mitzy. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009, at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 West Broad St. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009, at St. Matthew's United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. |
will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Ernest L. Trueblood officiating. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of John Will BEARD 8/18/1922 11/5/1996, For your love, strength and being the family rock, We love and miss You & Mom, Mike, Michaeleen, Josh, Linda, Noelle & Tim, Make a memorial contribution |
Bertie Mae Cox Fuller Bertie Mae Cox Fuller, one day short of 89, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at Cambridge House. She was born Nov. 3, 1920, in Washington Coun ty, Va. She was the daughter of the late Tom and Maggie Cox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Thurman Cox; sister, Della Botts; and an infant daughter, Joyce Ann. She worked at Big Jack and was retired from Bristol Lingerie. She was a member of River Bend Baptist Church. Survivors include: husband of 66 years, Willie E. Fuller; sons, Hugh Fuller and wife Val, Lonnie Fuller and wife Ramona; daughter, Sue Rogers and husband Jerry; six grandchildren, Shawnda Fuller-Alwes, Shelly Rouse, Eric Fuller, Miranda Rogers, Jennifer Armstrong and Stephanie Fuller; five great-grandchildren, Josh, Jake, Karlye, Sullivan and Cheyenne; several nieces and nephews. She leaves behind special friends, Joan Pyle, Judy Watson, Betty Fuller and L.T. Trivette. Funeral service will be held Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Minister Kenneth Widner officiating. The burial will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Eric Fuller, David Fuller, Ronnie Fuller, Mike Fuller, Jeff Fuller, Gary Andis, Bryan Armstrong and Chris Alwes. Honorary pallbearers will be Earl Cox, L.T. Trivette and Doug Fuller. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at, Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
Betty Jane Sullins Whitehurst ABINGDON, Va. Funeral services for Betty Jane Sullins Whitehurst will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, with Pastor Paul Price officiating. Burial will follow at Knollkreg Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, and signing the online guestbook. Betty Jane Sullins Whitehurst, 72, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, in the Johnston Memorial Hospital. Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, VA 276-623-2700, is serving the family of Betty Jane Sullins Whitehurst. |
will immediately follow at Princess Anne Memorial Park, Ten Commandments Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Albemarle Hospice, P.O. Box 189, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to caregivers, Christina Hollingshead and Debbie Dyer, and to her daughter-in- law, Betsy Allen, who was there everyday. They gave their love, comfort and support to this very special lady who truly was a sweet one. Condolences may be offered to the family at www., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Cashie Baptist Church, 221 S. Queen St., Windsor, NC. Flowers may be sent to Walker Funeral Home, 790 U.S. Highway 13 Bypass, Windsor, NC 27983. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cashie Baptist Church, 221 S. Queen St., Windsor, NC 27983 or Historic Hope Foundation, 132 Hope House Road, Windsor, NC 27983. Online condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. Dick Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
Wanda D. K. Brownlee SUFFOLK - Wanda D. Knight Brownlee, 54, of the 1300 block of White Marsh Road, daughter of Eleanor Pittman and the late James A. Knight, died Nov. 3, 2009 in Sentara Obici Hospital. Her magnetic personality will be dearly missed by her family, friends and co-workers. She worked for Northrop Grumman Shipyard for 34 years. She was a former member of Tabernacle Christian Church. She is survived by her daughter, Scherrie James Harris (Terrell); two grandchildren, Isaiah and Shawn Harris; mother, Eleanor Pittman (James); one sister, Thelma L. Knight; and one brother, James Knight Jr. She was preceded in death by one brother, Carter E. Knight; aunt, Deloise Thompson; and grandmother, Pearl Lassiter. She leaves three aunts, two uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of relatives and friends and a special friend, Dwayne Jones. A funeral will be held at noon Friday, Nov. 6, at Tabernacle Christian Church officiated by Dr. Carlton Upton. The family will assemble at Crocker Funeral Home at 11 a.m. for procession to church. Interment will be in Carver Memorial Cemetery. Crocker Funeral Home Inc., Suffolk, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Bruce Taylor Randolph passed away on Nov. 3, 2009, at Mary Immaculate Hospital., He was an employee of Associated Cabs of Newport News and a member of Rock Church of Newport News., Left to mourn his demise are his father, Herman Randolph of Jacksonville, Fla.; and two brothers, Herman Randolph Jr.( Gloria) of Richmond, Va., and Charles Randolph of Newport News, Va. He will be deeply missed by his loving family., Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at Carter Funeral Home-Denbigh Chapel with the Rev. Frederick R. Carter officiating. |
Wendell Lincoln Byrd, 77, of Rural Hall, N.C., died Monday, November 2, 2009. Funeral 2 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009, at Cold Springs United Methodist Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Maestas Chapel, 1801 Baltic Ave., Virginia Beach. Online condolences may also be made by visiting, . The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad in appreciation of their valiant efforts., Make a memorial contribution |
Callie Sue Harris McClain entered eternal rest Monday, Oct. 26, at her residence., Mrs. McClain was the daughter of the late Goler and Evelyn Harris, and was born Feb. 2, 1938, in Harris, N.C. Mrs. McClain majored in education at John C. Smith University, Charlotte, N.C. Mrs. McClain moved to Virginia in 1966. She worked at Seward Luggage, Petersburg, Va., until she began working for Chesterfield County Public Schools. Her career in teaching ended after a life altering accident in the JC Penney Department Store, Petersburg, Va. Mrs. McClain began collecting and dealing antiques. Her knowledge of sewing propelled a lucrative hobby of designing and repairing fine furs. She occasionally modeled her one-of-a-kind creations for the late legendary Mr. George Wells. Mrs. McClain was known for her eccentricity and regality that transcended her artistic abilities. She was a visionary in fashion and design alike. During the past 10 years, Mrs. McClain dedicated her free time to her flower garden that vividly expressed hher passion for vibrant colors and beauty., Mrs. McClain leaves to honor her memory, husband of 50 years, Robert L. McClain of Ettrick, Va., and her only child, whom she loved, lavished and spoiled, Melinda G.G. McClain-McGhee of Norwalk, Conn., and her only grandchild, whom she loved, nurtured and spoiled as if he were her very own. Preceding Mrs. McClain in death are two brothers, William G. Harris and Jerry L. Harris, and her sister, Zelma L. Harris., Mrs. McClain's surviving siblings are Sam (Daphne) Harris of Monclair, N.J., Andrew (Jean) Harris of Bridgeport, Conn., Bob (Dora) Harris of Paterson, N.J., Shirley (Frank) Frierson of Sumter, S.C., Peggy O. Fields (Muhammed Jabaah) of Norwalk, Conn., Donnell Harris of Forest City, N.C., Robert Harris of Denver; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. Our thanks for the genuine love, care and concern of very dear friends of Mrs. McClain, Mark and Mary Russell, and "Uncle Tim" and all that offered sympathy and support of the family. "We are very grateful." Wake and burial are private at the request of the deceased, by invitation only., Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
FORTUNE, Caroline Childs, of Milford, entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 2, 2009 at Retreat Doctors' Hospital in Richmond. Caroline was born on November 24, 1922, to the late Carl and Lucy Childs. Survivors include her husband, William Henry Fortune; one son, William Purcell Fortune; three daughters, Sylvia Mae Gray, Judith Doyle Scott and Barbara Trevor Brooks; 10 grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one daughter-in-law, four sons-in-law, three brothers-in-law, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Caroline was preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia; a son, Melvin; and all of her siblings. Visitation will be Friday, November 6, 2009 from 12 noon to 8 p.m. at C.W. Edwards Funeral Home, Inc., 16476 Richmond Turnpike, Bowling Green, Va. 22427, and one hour before service at the church on Saturday. A celebration of life will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 7, at St. John Baptist Church, 17080 South River Road, Woodford, Va. 22580. Rev. Dr. W. G. Berryman, pastor, will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Online condolences are available at cwedwardsfuneralhome.com. |
FLEMING, Carolyn E., 56, passed away October 22, 2009. She is survived by four children, Delores, Henry III, Brandy and Antonio Fleming; six grandchildren; mother, Naomi Edwards; two brothers, one sister, and host of relatives and friends. Viewing 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday (today) at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday at Grayland Baptist Church, 2301 3rd Ave. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
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JASPER, Charles Eldridge, with his family around him, quietly went home to be with the Lord on November 2, 2009. Charles served the US Army and retired from the Devense General Supply Center after 30 years of service. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to us all. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob J. and Ida Christian Jasper. He leaves to cherish his memory, four children, Keisha Murphy, Charles Comer, Michael Comer, and Trena Parham; six grandchildren, Ke'Oshay Jasper, Markese Jasper, Maiya Jasper, Charles "Asuka" Comer, Angelica Comer, and Jordan Parham; one daughter-in-law, Kazumi Comer; four brothers, Jacob Jr., Burley, James, and Calvin Jasper; three sisters, Mary V. Jasper, Vivian J. Johnson (Oliver), and Carolyn J. Mitchell (David); the Christian, Cousins, Knight, and Lomax families; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends; among them devoted, Ethyl Murphy Sweeden. His remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave. Funeral services will be conducted at the Watkins Community Chapel, 2701 Garland Ave., on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 1 p.m. Interment, Roselawn Memory Gardens. |
Charles "Pops" Wesley Elmore, 72, of Lawrenceville, Va., passed away Nov. 2, 2009. He is survived by two daughters, Jeannette Winfield of McKenney and Angela Travis of Lawrenceville; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother, Newton Elmore of DeWitt; and a sister, Anne Riker of Pontevedre Beach, Fla., Graveside funeral services will be conducted 12 noon Saturday, Nov. 7,2009, at Rocky Run Church, DeWitt, Va. Williams Funeral Home, Lawrenceville, is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Goodview Baptist Church with the Rev. Joey Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
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WHITEHURST, Christine, 85, formerly of Hampton Va., passed away on Sunday November 1, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.B. Whitehurst. She is survived by a daughter, Trudy Dunn and husband Mark; grand- children, Amy, Jenifer, Lindsey, Ron, and Chris; and eight great-grandchildren. Her family will receive friends on Thursday evening at the home of her daughter. Family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Life on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 3 p.m. at Woodlake United Methodist Church, 6601 Woodlake Village Parkway, Midlothian, Va. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Claude Elmer Walker, 82, husband of Mary Walker, passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009. |
PEMBROKE, Claude Graham Jr., 74, of Weems, Va., died November 3, 2009 at his home, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Graham, also known to friends and family as "Squirrel" or "Sonny," was born in Abingdon, Va., May 25, 1935. The son of Claude Graham Pembroke and Elizabeth Noblett Pembroke of Weems and Kilmarnock. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Albert N. Pembroke. He is survived by his son, Claude Graham Pembroke III and wife, Holly of Richmond, Va.; grandchildren, Gray, Lee, Caroline, and Christopher Pembroke, Sarah Neal Bachelor and John Neal; daughter, Page Pembroke Rudolph of Kents Store, Va.; grandchildren, Joey Rudolph and Sarah Tate; former wife, Jane Carole Andrews. Graham's boyhood was spent in his beloved Southwest Virginia until age 11. His family moved to Richmond where he attended St. Christopher's and Thomas Jefferson. Graham graduated from Hampden-Sydney College in 1957 where he attained Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, and was also a member of Kappa Sigma, Omicron Delta Kappa, Eta Sigma Phi, Sigma Upsilon, and Pi Delta Epsilon. He was a cheerleader, business manager of the yearbook and editor of the Hampden-Sydney Magazine. He attended the University of Virginia, where he received an MBA. A self-employed real estate broker, he enjoyed renovating properties. He was a true lover of the arts. He was an avid boatman and his Deadrise, Lady B, was a familiar sight on Carter's Creek. Florida was a favorite winter retreat, but true to his heart was his farm in Wytheville, and his amazing residence at Weems. Graham's independent, unique, and creative personality can never be duplicated. He will be sorely missed by his many friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Massey Cancer Center or charity of your choice. A celebration of his life will be held at his home in Weems on Saturday, November 14, at 2 p.m. |
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will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel, Covington, Va., 540-962-2201., Make a memorial contribution |
Curtis L. "Shorty" Cummins Sr., 86, of Ettrick, died Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center. He was the son of the late William S. and Annabelle Cummins and the widower of Rose E. Cummins, and was preceded in death by a brother, Randolph Cummins, and a sister, Catherine Cummins Quicke., Mr. Cummins was the former owner of Shorty's Ice Cream for 40 years and the owner of Pickwick Laundromat for 31 years. He is survived by his three sons, Curtis L. Cummins Jr., and wife, Gay of Alabama, William J. Cummins of Washington D.C., and Mark W. Cummins and wife, Cindy of Colonial Heights; his daughter, Susan R. Bjorklund and husband, Kurt of Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Amy Daly and husband, Ryan, Jonathan Cummins and wife, Arielle, Joey Cummins and wife, Danielle, Jenny Bryant, Natalie, Niklas, and Peder Bjorklund; two great-grandchildren, Emma Rose Daly and Lillian Campbell Daly; two caregivers, Nancy Lewis and Tony Goode., A graveside funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. The family will receive friends Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, 23834. Condolences may be registered at |
Mr. Arnette founded his own company, Hampton Flooring, and retired leaving it to his children. He was a lifetime member of the Moose Lodge 1119, a mason and a member of Warwick Assembly of God., He was preceded in death by his parents, Fannie Hurst and Edward Corbett Arnette; wife, Carolyn B. Arnette; sister, Elouise; two sons, Charles V. Arnette and Danny C. Arnette; and one great-granddaughter, Ashlee M. Staples., Survivors include one sister, Ruth A. Malcolm; daughters, Jeannie Harmon (Alex), Audrey Pryor, Martha Savage (Ben) and Gay Edwards (Jim); eight grandchildren, Rita, Carol, Michelle, Christina, William, Yolanda, DeeDee and Jennifer; and eight great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the funeral home with burial to follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens., Memorials may be made to Warwick Assembly of God, 1228 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666. |
, his remains will be placed in church for viewing by 9:30 a.m. The committal and benediction will be in the cemetery of Community Fellowship Church of deliverance, Capron. Please share your condolences at, Make a memorial contribution |
VIRGINIA BEACH - The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 tonight, Nov. 4, 2009, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. Condolences may be expressed at |
will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, at 11:30 a.m. in First Lutheran Church, 1301 Colley Ave., Norfolk. Condolences may be shared with the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, from the Dillon Family Cemetery, Gilford Road, Wirtz, with the Rev. Rick Poland officiating. Her family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Ridgewood Baptist Church by the Rev. Roy E. Kanode. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, from The Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Barry Van Steenburg officiating. Interment will follow in the Vaughn Family Cemetery, Christiansburg. The family would like to express a special thanks to Dr. Harry McCoy and his staff at the Blue Ridge Cancer Care Center. Online condolences may be sent to, The family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
MUELLER, Don R., age 61, of Chester, Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was born in Phoenix, Ariz., son of the late Robert and Elizabeth Mueller. Mr. Mueller was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp., and a member of Chester Christian Church for ten years before joining Colonial Heights Baptist Church. He was a past Adult Life Group Leader, and was currently involved in the Men's Monday Morning Bible Study, Tuesday Morning Bible Study, Wednesday Lunch Bible Study, and the Emmaeus and Kiros Ministries. Mr. Mueller loved God, his country, his family, white water rafting, reading and politics. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Carol R. Mueller; son, Derek L. Mueller and wife, Leslie of Chester; daughters, Cindy Solomon of Chester, and Nikki Snyder of Ocala, Fla; grandchildren, Kevin and William Mueller, and Sabrina and Jordan Solomon; brothers, Richard Mueller and wife, Clare of Indianapolis, Ind, and Larry Mueller of Naples, Fla. The family will receive friends at the Chester chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will take place at Colonial Heights Baptist Church on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Colonial Heights Baptist Church Building Fund, 17201 Jefferson Davis Highway, Colonial Heights, Va 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
DELTAVILLE - Donald L. Talbott Sr., age 66, of Deltaville, a retired Northrop Grumman employee, died Monday, Nov. 2, 2009., He is survived by his wife, Rose Wilson Talbott; his children, Donald L. Talbott Jr. and his wife, Christy of Gloucester, Kathy T. Ward and her husband, Tim of Deltaville; three stepchildren, Larry K. Wilson and his wife, Millicent of Williamsburg, Deborah Robins of Mathews, and Richard C. Wilson of West Point; eight grandchildren, and three sisters., Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Zoar Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. until service time, at the church. Entombment will be in Windsor Gardens at Dutton., Memorial gifts may be made to Zoar Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1010, Deltaville 23043. |
GRIFFIN, Doris Robinson, 95, of the 6400 block of Granby Street, passed away October 27, 2009 at DePaul Hospital. She was an active member of Bank St. Memorial Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Maxie C. Robinson Sr.; her second husband, Dr. James C. Griffin; and son, Max Robinson. She is survived by two daughters, Jewell Robinson and Jean Robinson-Casey; a son, Randall M. Robinson; two sisters, one brother, 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A wake and funeral will be held 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. respectively, Saturday, Bank St. Memorial Baptist Church, 7036 Chesapeake Blvd., with interment at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 12, Arlington National Cemetery. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel, is in charge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Doris Griffin Scholarship Fund, c/o the church. Condolences may be offered at metropolitanfuneralservice.com. |
CULLEN, Dorothy A., age 82, died Wednesday, November 4, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Thomas; four daughters, Pat, Margaret, Dana, and Maureen Cullen. Memorial services will be held at 12 noon on Friday, November 6, 2009 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 4491 Springfield Rd., Glen Allen. |
s 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Altavista Memorial Park. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
at the home of the late June M. Freeman. The family would like to express their love and appreciation to "His Angel" nurse, Sara Snow; the entire staff of Montgomery Regional Hospital; Dr. McCoy and staff at Blue Ridge Cancer Center; Dr. Rivero and staff; Dr. Stoeckle and staff; Dr. Trivedi and staff; Drs. Dave and Steve Hudgins and staff; Carilion New River Valley Hospice staff; special nurses, Vicki Foreman and Wendy Roop; the New River Valley Emmaus Community; and family and friends for their prayers and support during Ed's illness. Those wishing to make memorials please consider the Moore Family Cemetery, c/o R.B. Moore, 1103 Wise Street, Lynchburg, Va. 24504. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Appomattox, Va., is serving the family and an online condolence may be sent at, Make a memorial contribution |
. She loved music and the arts and served as part of the Thursday Morning Music Club and the Calvary Baptist Church Choir in Roanoke, Va. She also loved spending time with her family and took special joy in her grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Oakey's South Chapel at 4257 Brambleton Ave., SW, in Roanoke on Thursday, November 5, 2009, between 6 and 8 p.m. The Celebration of Life Service will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Calvary Baptist Church at 608 Campbell Ave. in Roanoke, Va., with the Rev. Donna Hopkins Britt officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Music Fund of Calvary Baptist Church or to The Calvary Baptist Foundation. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
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Woodrow Ellis, 78, of Wirtz, Va., died on Monday, November 2, 2009. Services will be private. Arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-5533., Make a memorial contribution |
She was born on Aug. 15, 1922, in Hampton, the daughter of Birdie Ella Harwood Watkins and William Leroy Watkins. Elsie was the sister of the late Willie Watkins, Ben Watkins, Frank Watkins, and Bertie Lee Hill Elswick., Elsie was a member of the Northampton Church of Christ, had taught Sunday School, worked in Vacation Bible School and been involved in ladies groups and mission support. She enjoyed church activities, sewing, gardening, reading and talking on the phone with her friends. She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. One of her very endearing qualities was that she often made little craft items and mailed them to her "grands" and "greats"., Elsie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Poole., She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Jean Poole Burton and her husband, John of Portsmouth, R.I.; sons, George William Poole and his wife, Fran of Fort Worth, Texas, and Al Poole and his wife, Betty of Broken Arrow, Okla.; five grandchildren, Kevin Poole and his wife, Jennifer of Christiansburg, Va., Charles "Chuck" Burton of Norfolk, Va., Rebecca "Becky" Burton of Brooklyn, N.Y., Alexandra Poole of Tulsa, Okla., and Alison Poole of Fort Worth, Texas; three great-grandchildren, Reagan Poole, Samantha Poole and Jackson Poole; beloved sister-in-law, Sadie Watkins; special niece, Susan Elswick; several other beloved nieces and nephews; and also special friends, Pam and Wayne Miller, Linda Poole and Ed Arborgast., A celebration of Elsie's life will be held Saturday afternoon, Nov. 7, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Northampton Church of Christ, 1409 Todds Lane in Hampton. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park in Hampton., Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
She was retired as a librarian assistant for Newport News Schools, having worked 20 years. She had studied to become a nurse, but when World War II broke out, she worked at the Newport News Shipyard, interpreting blueprints for Navy ships., She was married to Roland Tully of Newport News for 52 years. He died in 1994. Together they enjoyed roller-skating, playing golf, and Coca-Cola collectibles. She was an avid reader, especially of historical novels and mysteries., She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters., She leaves behind four children, R. Scot Tully of Yorktown, Bonnie Tully O'Donovan of James City, Tracey Tully Schenk of James City, and Harry Tully of Virginia Beach; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren., Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Bucktrout Funeral Home in Williamsburg. A reception for family and friends will follow at the O'Donovan household in Kingsmill. |
She is survived by a brother, William "Neal" Coleman; and her caregiver and niece, Lottie Coleman of Cardinal; a host of nieces and nephews., Funeral will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at Emmaus Baptist Church, North, with the Rev. Melvin Lee, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Viewing will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at the funeral home. Arrangements by Forrest Bros. Funeral Home, Hudgins. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
will be held 7 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with Bruce Cottle officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018 or to St. Jude Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 318, Memphis, Tenn. 38101. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel and Crematory, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
Frances was a native of Hopewell, Va., and was a Williamsburg resident for 54 years. She retired from the Williamsburg Motor Court, and was employed with the York County School Division as a bus driver, and as a Teacher's Aid at Waller Mill Elementary. She was a lifetime member of Beta Sigma Phi, and attended Wellspring United Methodist Church in Williamsburg., Frances was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Laura F. Nunnally; her husband, Loyde O. Gwaltney; and a daughter, Teresa A. Gwaltney., She is survived by two sons, Loyde O. Gwaltney III and his wife, Susan of Williamsburg, Samuel A. Gwaltney and his wife, Annette of New Kent County; a daughter, Kay G. Newton and her husband, Stewart of Newport News; and a brother, James A. Nunnally and his wife, Bobbi of Charlottesville, Va. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Joseph Loyde Newton and his wife, Sheree, April Gwaltney Riggs and her husband, Jimmy, and Tracey Marie Gwaltney; and a great-grandson, James A. "J. R." Riggs Jr.; a nephew, Loyde Lescanec, Ricky Nunnally, and Pat Nunnally; and a niece, Alice McCollum., The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to her extended family at Lafayette Square Apartments; and to Sentara Home Health Care., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, at Wellsprings United Methodist Church in Williamsburg. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church., , P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312., Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Frances Irene Schwenk Fredrick, 79, of Charlottesville, passed away Monday, November 2, 2009, at a local hospital., Born February 2, 1930, in Hershey, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Grace Adams Schwenk., Francie graduated from Hershey High School in 1947., She was married to Laurence W. Fredrick at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Hershey on February 5, 1949., She is survived by her husband, Laurence of Charlottesville; her children, Laura F. Marek and her husband, Douglas, of Ames, Iowa, Theodore D. Fredrick and his wife, Wyndy, of Herndon, and Rebecca Mesarch and her husband, Michael, of Cape St Claire, Maryland; eight grandchildren, Rachel Marek of Iowa City, Iowa, Eden Marek of Ames, Trici Fredrick of Williamsburg, T.J., Tean and Travis Fredrick of Herndon, and Abby and Lily Mesarch of Cape St. Claire; four sisters and one brother also survive her, Ruth DiDonato, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mary Louise Valatti of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, Martha Keister of Culver City, California, Carolyn Hess of Hershey, Pennsylvania and David Schwenk of Palmyra, Pennsylvania., She was predeceased by one brother, Edwin Schwenk Jr., Francie worked for the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Cooperative Association and the Swarthmore College Library before tending to her family full time. Francie tirelessly supported her husband as they moved from Pennsylvania to Arizona to Virginia as well as on many international trips and several much enjoyed sabbatical experiences in Austria and Australia. In Charlottesville, she supported her children's education and many activities with volunteer work and in more recent years delighted in the activities of her grandchildren. Francie was the dedicated organizer of Farmington Country Club's participation in "Rally for a Cure" from 1994 until she retired from this volunteer post at the conclusion of the 2009 event., The family would like to thank the staff at H.O.P.E Cancer Center and the Martha Jefferson Hospital for the dedicated and compassionate care Francie received., The family will host a memorial celebration of Francie's life in Charlottesville in late November., In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the University of Virginia's Athletic Foundation directed to the Swimming and Diving Teams could be made in memory of Francie's long standing dedication to University of Virginia athletes. |
Fred Elmo Newton APPALACHIA, Va. Fred Elmo Newton, 92, passed away Nov. 2, 2009, at the home of his son. He was born on Feb. 4, 1917, to A.L. "Popeye" and Ida Newton. Fred was a lifelong resident of Inman and Appalachia. He served in the U.S. Army for six years, four of which he fought in World War II. Fred took part in the D-Day Invasion and remained in Europe until after the war ended. He was part of the invasion force that marched into France, Belgium and Germany and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. Fred was a retired employee of Central Supply Company of Andover, Va. He was preceded in death by his parents; seven brothers and sisters, Clyde Newton, Arthur Newton, Dorothy Newton, Lucille Lovell, Mary Hall, Lorene Johnson and Nell Long. Fred is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sue Thompson Newton of Appalachia; son, James "Tom" Newton and wife Betty of Wise, Va.; granddaughter, Brett Newton; sister, Pauline Newton of Wise, Va.; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Roy A. Green Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Nick Brewer officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday before services. Military graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the American Legion Cemetery conducted by Local VFW and DAV members and Army National Guards Honors team. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. for the procession to the cemetery. `Roy A. Green Funeral Home, Appalachia, is in charge of arrangements. |
Garvey, Marjorie Barrett - Marjorie Barrett Garvey Marjorie Barrett Garvey, age 79, a mother, singer and actress, died November 1st. She died at home surrounded by her family. .... |
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WELCHONS, George Austin Jr. "Troy," 64, of Richmond, passed away November 3, 2009. He is survived by his sister, Suzanne Day and her family; and his uncle, Cecil Brown and his family. The family would like to give a special heartfelt thanks to Troy's friends and co-workers at Roberts - Funai Insurance Company. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009 in Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would like for you to make memorial gifts to the St. Francis Home, 65 W. Clopton St., Richmond, Va. 23225. |
Mr. Crawford was born Oct. 21, 1906, and was the son of the late John Clifton and Mary Niblock Crawford of the Chambersburg (Bethany) Township of Iredell County. His early education was in Iredell County, graduating from Statesville High School (then D. Matt Thompson). He completed Davidson College with honors in 1929, earned his master's degree at UNC Chapel Hill and later his Ph.D. from Ohio State University., In 1940, he was called into service during WWII and served as lieutenant colonel of infantry in the European theater as a member of the First United States Army Headquarters. He took part in Normandy, Central European and Rhineland Campaigns, being awarded six ribbons and three campaign stars., On May 19, 1934, George married Frances Knox of Cornelius who died Aug. 21, 1991. They had no children but both chose to educate children. She taught first grade and he served as a professor of physics at N.C. State University, Davidson College and The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Va. He retired from William and Mary and was named Professor Emeritus of Physics at that institution. He cherished the title of Professor., In addition to enjoying teaching, he had many interests and hobbies. He was talented in wood working including marquetry and furniture making. Until he was nearly 100, he shared his knowledge of astronomy through articles and star charts published in the Statesville Record & Landmark., A lifelong Presbyterian, Professor Crawford has served his church as a deacon, elder, and teacher and on many committees. Until recently, he rarely missed Sunday worship at Forest Park., He is survived by a nephew, Robert C. Crawford; and by nieces, Agnes C. Mayes and Mary Frances C. Holland of Statesville, by Sara C. Wolfson of Iowa City and Betty Crawford of Smithfield, N.C. He is also survived by several great and great-great-nieces and nephews whom he adored., In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his brothers, Fred N. Crawford Sr., James A. Crawford and Thomas N. Crawford; and by a nephew, Fred N. Crawford Jr., Funeral services will be held at Forest Park Presbyterian Church on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Scott Jefferies and the Rev. Tom Corbell officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the church parlor prior to the service., Active pallbearers will be great nephews, Rob Crawford, Craig Crawford, Gary Holland, Paul Addison, Boyce Cashion and Steven Mayes., Memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Rd., Statesville, NC 28625 or to Forest Park Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1222, Statesville, NC 28687., Nicholson Funeral Home is serving the family., Special appreciation is expressed to his loyal and devoted long term caregivers for their wonderful care and to Hospice associates who have given him excellent and generous care which permitted him to remain in his beloved home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
POWELL, George Edward, 65, of Aylett, Va., departed this life on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, James E. Powell. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Clara B. Powell; one daughter, Valerie Lynette Murray (Wayne); his mother, Henrietta Powell; seven sisters, Estelle Brown, Rosa Vessels (Mackes), Anne Vessels, Doris Powell, Margaret Powell, Barbara King (Norman) and Patsy Butler; three brothers, James, William and Ellett Powell; a special cousin, Fred Brown; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va., where viewing will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services 1 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009 at St. Paul Baptist Church, 1995 Globe Rd., Aylett, Va., where remains will lie in state two hours prior to the funeral service. Rev. Robert D. Brown officiating and Valerie Lynette Powell, eulogist. Interment church cemetery. |
STINNETT, Gertrude June, 60, of Chesterfield, passed away November 2, 2009. She is survived by three sisters, Delores Green, Nina Stallard and Angelina McGee; one brother, Wyatt Stinnett; and many other family members. Her family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. Services will be private. |
at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
was held on October 30, 2009, at Peninsula Memorial Park. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Doris Robinson Griffin NORFOLK - Doris Robinson Griffin, 95, of the 6400 block of Granby St., passed away Oct. 27, 2009, at Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center. She was an active member of Bank St. Memorial Baptist Church. Predeceased by husband, Maxie C. Robinson Sr., her second husband, Dr. James C. Griffin and son, Max Robinson, she is survived by two daughters, Jewell Robinson and Jean Robinson-Casey; a son, Randall M. Robinson; two sisters; one brother; 10 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. A wake and funeral will be held 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. respectively, Saturday in Bank St. Memorial Baptist Church, 7036 Chesapeake Blvd., with interment at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Arlington National Cemetery. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby St. Chapel, is in charge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Doris Griffin Scholarship Fund care of the church. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Stephen Wayne (Mike) Hammer, 72, of Buchanan, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted 3 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, in The Chapel of Light in Evergreen Burial Park. The Rev. Jim Rivers will officiate. Arrangements are by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
On Thursday, October 29, 2009, God whispered to Geneva Gunter Ferrell Harris, "My good and faithful servant, come home." Geneva was born on January 24, 1932, in Pittsylvania County, Va., to the late James Gunter and Bell Conway Gunter., Geneva was united in marriage to the late Harvey Harris. She was a devoted, caring and loving mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, great-greatgrandmother, sister, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend. She made friends wherever she went, no one was a stranger to her. She loved, cared for and encouraged the young as well as the old, in all walks of life, to excel to be all that they could be., She answered her call to follow God at an early age. Upon making her move to Roanoke, Geneva became a faithful and dedicated member of Mt. Sinai Apostolic Holiness Church, under the Pastorate of Elder Ora Brown. Later she became a "Watch Care" member of Jerusalem Baptist Church, under the Pastorate of the late Dr. J.E. Young., Geneva was a devoted employee to the families of Isabelle Thompson, Margaret Hunter and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Glexiner. She loved and cared for the children of these families as though they were her own., Geneva was affectionately known to many as "Momma, Grandma, Aunt Geneva, or Big Sis." She had a love for cooking and making sure that no one was hungry. "She was a community Mom.", She had a passion for God's Word and always had a testimony to give. Her witness to God's goodness and mercy at the Early Morning Services, at Jerusalem Baptist Church, always encouraged and lifted-up the spirit of whoever she came in contact with. Sister Harris will be sorely missed by everyone., She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Evangelist Rosa Ferrell Hickman; son, Joe Lewis Ferrell Sr.; granddaughter, LaTreesa Stephens; three grandsons, James Ferrell, Maurice Ferrell, and Reginald Ferrell; and four brothers., s will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Jerusalem Baptist Church with the Rev. Floyd Gregory officiating. The interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
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Hash Sr., James Wayne - James Wayne Hash, Sr. James Wayne Hash, Sr., age 41, of Spotsylvania, died Monday, November 2, 2009 at his home. Mr. Hash had worked .... |
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will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, at 1 p.m. in First Trinity AME Church, 1301 Elco St., Chesapeake, 23324. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
She was also preceded in death by her son, Gene Brown; her grandson, Mark Johnson; her granddaughter, Delma Street; four sisters and two brothers., She leaves to cherish her blessed memories her daughter, Joyce Taswell of Williamsburg; her granddaughter, with whom she made her home, Cynthia "Chin" White; six other grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; her sister, Margaret E. Williams of Williamsburg; her brother, Owen Harrold of Newport News; her many nieces and nephews; her sisters-in-law, Georgia Brown, Evelyn Brown and Alease Harrold, all of Williamsburg; a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends., A funeral service, celebrating the life she lived, will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church with the Rev. Morris Randall officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends should assemble at 5841 Centerville Road, by noon on Friday. Mrs. Brown may be viewed from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, 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. |
. He was a member of Western Branch Baptist Church. Left to cherish his memory are three daughters, Louise H. Brinkley (Floyd) and Evelyn H. Holland (Sammy), all of Suffolk, and Linda H. Edwards (Gray) of Franklin; six grandchildren, Janet Lynn Cortez of Sioux Falls, S.D., David Scott Brinkley (Jeannie), Christopher Jay Brinkley (Christie), Kelly Chaney (David), all of Suffolk, Tammy Hodge (Steve) of Wilson, N.C., and Jamie Landry (Aaron) of Emporia; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Wright Funeral Home, Franklin, with the Rev. Steve Hills officiating. Interment will follow in Holland Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at the funeral home and suggests memorials be made to the , c/o Ms. Kathy Worrell, 717 Fairview Drive, Franklin, VA 23851 or , 870 Greenbrier Circle, Suite 404, Chesapeake, VA 23320., Make a memorial contribution |
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CARTER, Henry, of Ashland, Va., peacefully slipped away on Sunday, November 1, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Carter, of 61 years; children, Nassar Abdul Haqq, Michael Carter, Malika Allen, Sheryl Isaac, Janet Mitchell, Krista Carter and Patricia Goodwill; 22 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; one brother, Herman Carter; and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005, where family and friends may visit Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 6, 2009 11 a.m. at Brown Grove Baptist Church, 9328 Ashcake Rd., Ashland, Va. 23005. Interment Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Va. on Monday, November 9, 2009 at 12 noon. |
. Friends may call on Thursday afternoon, November 5, 2009, for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at First Lutheran Church with Pastor James P. Blalock officiating. Burial will be private. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First in Faith Building Fund of First Lutheran Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Martha L. Hunt PORTSMOUTH - Martha L. Hunt, 88, of the 2400 block of Richmond Ave., died Nov. 2, 2009. Born in Sunbury, N.C., she was the widow of George A. Hunt Sr. Martha was a member of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Portsmouth, where she was on the usher board, and Truxton Order Eastern Star Chapter No. 63. Survivors include her two daughters, Dorothy Dupree, Portsmouth, and Denise H. McClure (Michael), Chesapeake; son, George (Rick) Hunt Jr. (Sheila), Portsmouth; brother, William Jack Gatling, Sunbury, N.C.; five grandchildren, Mark Wiley, Yolanda McKnight, Kristi (Nikki), Nixon (Antoine), Jasmine McClure and Jonathan McClure; three great-grandchildren; a host of special nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; one aunt, Maggie Hite, Brooklyn, N.Y.; brother and sisters-in-law, Bessie Manning, Rudolph Hunt, Emma Hunt, William Hunt (Hazel). A funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Portsmouth, with Bishop Curtis Edmonds Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Viewing will begin Friday at noon. The body will be in church Saturday at 10 a.m. The family will be at the residence. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, is in charge. www., Make a memorial contribution |
RICHARDSON, Mrs. Irene "Virginia" Lewis, of Richmond, departed this life November 1, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis C. Richardson. She is survived by one son, Michael Richardson; one daughter- in-law, Margaret Richardson; two grandsons, Christopher Michael and Marcus Joel Richardson; five sisters, Beulah Prentis, Jean Burrell, Robinette Peebles, Charlene Lewis and Mildred Hunt; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, among them devoted niece and caregiver, Charlotte Harris; two brothers-in-law, William C. Belton Sr. and Robert Peebles; and other relatives and friends, among them two devoted, Margaret Carter and Herman Robertson. 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 Thursday. Funeral services will be held Friday, 1 p.m., at Riverview Baptist Church, 2604 Idlewood Avenue, where remains will lie in state one hour prior to funeral time. Dr. Stephen Hewlett, pastor, officiating. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens. Family and friends please assemble at the church at 12:45 p.m. Friday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com. |
Irene P. Rouse MARION, Va. Irene P. Rouse, age 80, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at Smyth County Community Hospital. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Rouse; daughter, Carolyn Eller; and her parents, S.E. and Clyde Powers. She is survived by two daughters, Pamela Rouse Miller and husband Jerry of Elizabethton, Tenn., and Barbara Rouse Miller of Marion; three sons, Dennis Rouse and wife Anne of Galax, Va., Bobby Rouse and wife Joann of Marion, and Larry Rouse and wife Porkey of Marion; two sisters, Vergie Dungan of Chilhowie, Va., and Ruth Sullivan of Bel Air, Md.; one brother, Garney Powers of Marion; 16 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel, with Reverend Jerry Carver and Reverend Victor Johnsey officiating. Graveside service will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Middle Fork Cemetery in Chilhowie, Va. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel. The family would like to express a special thanks to Dr. Jim McDowell, the Fourth Floor staff and ER staff at Smyth County Community Hospital. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at |
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WILLIAMSBURG - James Coleman Anthony, 82, died Oct. 31, 2009, in Williamsburg, Va. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, at Bruton Parish Church. |
"Doc" or "Bubber "as he was affectionately called by family and friends was born in Suffolk, Va., on Aug. 30, 1920, to the late James L. Richards and the late Annie Biggs Richards. "Doc" owned and operated Suffolk Professional Pharmacy for 35 years. He graduated from South Carolina University in 1942 with a major in chemistry and after a tour in the army during World War II; he entered Howard University where he completed a BS degree in Pharmacy., 'Doc' led a busy and meaningful life and participated in many church, civic and social activities. Some of the activities included: serving on the Board of Directors of the Nansemond Credit Union; vice president of the board of directors of the Retail Merchants Association, member of the Suffolk Planning Commission, and member of the Fairgrounds Plan Steering Committee. He was a proud member of the Alpha Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity for over 65 years and received the chapters first Founders Award in 2006. He was also a member of the Booker T. Washington Alumni Association and a charter member of the booster club., His church affiliation was with First Baptist Church, Mahan Street, where he has been a member for over 75 years. "Doc" served as chairperson of the Board of Trustees for many years, the Maintenance and Improvement Committee and the Finance Committee., He was predeceased by his wife, Athalia "Thala" Joyner Richards, in 2007. They had been married for 64 years and she was always the love of his life., He is survived by three children, James Jr. (Ophelia), Ann (Curtis), Patricia Lynn (John); five grandchildren, Andre (Nadine), Steven James (Anjana), Christopher, Chandra, and Jay Edward; three great-grandchildren, Julien and Jacques Kearns and Kiran Joyner Richards; brothers, George C. Richards, and Otis W. Richards (Mary E.), all of Suffolk; and sister, Ernestine Langston of Suffolk., A wake will be held at First Baptist Church, 112 Mahan Street on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. Viewing will be at the church from 5 to 6 p.m. Reflections can be shared at the wake by family and friends followed by Omega's Psi Phi Memorial Service., The homegoing celebration will also be held at First Baptist Church on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at noon. Interment will be at Holly Lawn Cemetery in Suffolk, Va., immediately following the service. Dinner will be served at the church for family and friends after the interment., The family has established a scholarship fund in memory of both James E. and Athalia J. Richards. Donations will be accepted in the name of Suffolk Professional Pharmacy Scholarship fund. |
A native of Rockville, Va., and a longtime resident of Williamsburg, he was the son of the late Jerry and Kate Rada., He is survived by his son, Jay G. Rada; his daughter, Mary-Kate Collins and her husband, Jim; his grandson, Benjamin Collins; two brothers, Julian Rada and his wife, Mary Frances and Stuart Rada and his wife, Jean; his former wife, Evelyn Kernan; a special friend, Sue Griggs; a special niece, Lynn Rada; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends., Glenn graduated from Rockville High School and is a 1960 graduate of Randolph-Macon College where he was a member of the Commons Club and the basketball team. In 1968, Glenn founded the James River Equipment and Supply Company and introduced laser technology and trench safety into the construction industry in Virginia. An avid college sports fan and golfer, Glenn spent his retirement years in Kingsmill and enjoyed reading, learning and traveling. Glenn had a broad range of knowledge on many subjects and his lively discussions will be greatly missed by family and friends., Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 3 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. The family will receive friends at a reception following the service at the funeral home., , 1701 N. Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311. Online condolences may be registered at |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at the Stonewall Brethren Methodist Church with the Rev. Jerry Hylton and the Rev. Darren Landon officiating. Interment to follow in the Vest Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel. Special thanks to all the Caregivers at the Salem VA Hospital. Donations may be made to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 4002018, Des Moines, Iowa 50340-2018 or the Stonewall Church Building Fund, c/o Marie V. Thomas, 536 Poor Farm Road, SE, Floyd, Va. 24091 or flowers are appreciated. Send online condolences by visiting, Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
TAYLOR, Jean Anne Wisely, 56, of 4745 East Gray Fox Circle, went to be with her Higher Power on Thursday, October 29, 2009 at her residence. Jean Ann was born in North Carolina on June 4, 1953. She was a 1971 graduate of Wilson Memorial High School and graduated with a degree from Virginia Commonwealth University. She was preceded in death by her parents, John H. and Ruby Powers Wisely. Survivors include a daughter, Sarah M. Taylor of Goochland; two uncles, Russell Wisely and his wife, Lucy, of Staunton, Deane F. Powers and his wife, Glenna, of Grottoes; two aunts, Martha P. Scott of Waynesboro and Doris P. Borden of Grottoes. She also leaves behind special cousins, Steve and Beth Wisely, James Wisely, J. Kent Hite, Jeff Hite, Billy Borden, Susie Shreckhise; as well as other numerous cousins and relatives. A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Main Street United Methodist Church by the Revs. Neil Hough and Wilfred M. Mayton. A private family burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery. The family will assemble at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes at 1 p.m. on the day of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Main Street United Methodist Church, 601 W. Main Street Waynesboro, Va. 22980. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes and Crematory. This obituary may be viewed on line at www.reynoldshamrick funeralhomes.com. |
APPOMATTOX - Jeanie Mae Stutts Strachan, 84, passed away on Nov. 1, 2009 in Appomattox, Va., She was born on Aug. 5, 1925, in Washington, D.C. Her family moved shortly thereafter to Virginia, settling in the Phoebus area of Hampton on Hope Street. She worked in the Five & Dime in Phoebus and attended Hampton High School, where she met her future husband. Jim and Jeanie were married Oct 15, 1945, and settled in Hampton., Jeanie was a devoted wife and wonderful mother to her three sons. She moved to Appomattox County after her husband's retirement in 1985. Although she enjoyed traveling, she loved coming home to their place out in the country. Jeanie and Jim used to take the boys camping up there for many years, long before a house was ever built on the property. Jeanie certainly appreciated a good joke. She enjoyed all the jokes the family sent her through the years and always took them with her to share with folks everywhere she went. She took great enjoyment in feeding all her birds, especially the hummingbirds that came back every year., She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Leonis Stutts; stepfather, Sam Copeland; brother and sister-in-law, Roy and Margaret Stutts; sister-in-law, Shirley Stutts; grandparents, John and Margaret Mallicott and Leroy Stutts., She is survived by her husband of 64 years, James W. Strachan; three sons, James W. Strachan Jr. (Lorie), Eddie Strachan (Debbie), Johnny Strachan (Patty); two brothers, Richard Stutts, Benny Copeland (Mary); one uncle, Frank Mallicott; six grandchildren, Todd McCoy, Tommy Strachan, Amy Smith, Amanda Strachan, Jessica Barnick, Jeannie Strachan; six great-grandchildren, Devon Smith, Elijah Strachan, Alexis Strachan, Esther Barnick, Collin McCoy, Forrest McCoy; eight nieces and nephews, Ben Copeland, Charlotte Dillow, Roy Stutts Jr., Gerry Stutts, Bobby Stutts, Richard Lee, John Stutts, David Stutts., There will be a funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov 5, 2009, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, with interment following at Parklawn Memorial Park. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Joan Flanary Collins NORTON , Va. Joan Flanary Collins, 74, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tenn. She was the daughter of Walter B. and Marie Dorothy Houchins Flanary. During the 1960's, she was the manager of the former Village Restaurant. She was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Moore; a half-brother, Everett J. Flanary; and a granddaughter, Teresa Peake Foulke. Surviving are her husband of 40 years, James J. Collins Jr.; her children and their spouses, Christine Gardner and Bill Shields, Eustis, Fla., Gail S. and Randall W. Collins, Johnson City, Tenn,, Cathy Jo and Sonny Macrae, Leesburg, Fla., Dorothy Collins Chittester, Abingdon, Va,, Peggy Ann and Thomas R. Peake, Mountain City, Tenn., James C. and Shannon Collins, Spicewood, Texas, Jane Collins and Roy W. Hilt, Abingdon; her sisters, Peggy Shupe, Dorothy Roberts and her husband Bobby, her half-sister, Lois Blessing; her brothers, Walter B. Flanary Jr., and Ronald "Chub" Flanary; her grandchildren, Brooke Greene Hughes, Brad Salyer, Anthony Greene, John Chittester, Gregory Chittester, Deborah Peake Denney, Kathleen Chittester Holland, Beverly Peake Moore, Barbara Peake Roark, John W. Daniels III, Melissa Collins Davillas, Thomas Peake, Claudette Peake Decker, Jill Daniels Thompson and James Wesley Collins; 27 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Collins gave her body to James H. Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University. A memorial service celebrating the life of Joan Flanary Collins will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home in Norton. The family will receive friends beginning at 1 p.m. until time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the America, , 230 Charwood Drive, Abingdon, VA 24210. Online condolences may be made by visiting |
LINDBERG, Joanna Modisett, passed away on October 28, 2009 at 90 years of age of natural causes. Mrs. Lindberg was born April 17, 1919 in Deer Creek, Indiana. The oldest of six children, she graduated from Purdue University. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rae Ann and Jeff Puff; two grandchildren, Adam and Tori Puff; a daughter-in-law, Heather Mazzanti Puff; and three siblings, James Modisett, Barbara Green, and Noah Franklin Modisett. Mrs. Lindberg was a member of the Richmond Women's Club, and Ikebana International. She was a Master Flower Show Judge for the National Council of State Garden Clubs and a member of the DAR. An avid Bridge player and lifelong artist, Mrs. Lindberg's work was recently recognized by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts for achievement as a senior Virginia artist and was displayed in an exhibition at the General Assembly. Services will be held in Indiana. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bon Secours Hospice, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226. |
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Nov 5, 2009 REIDSVILLE, N.C. — A graveside service for John Ruffin Wheless II, DDS, 91, of Reidsville, who died Nov. 2, 2009, at his home, was held Wednesday at Midway United Methodist Church cemetery with the Rev. Larry Scott officiating. Military honors were made after burial. Pallbearers were Jay Wheless, Hutch Wheless, James Hammonds, Bill Simpson, Daniel Simpson and Ray Sparks. Wilkerson Funeral Service in Reidsville handled arrangements. |
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Jay was a graduate of Christ Church School and Warren Wilson College. He was an educator who tutored children with learning disabilities. He also worked as a library assistant at the main library in downtown Asheville, N.C. Jay loved the mountains and the beauty of Western North Carolina. Most of all he loved his family and his friends., He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David S. Jones; and his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Tompkins Jr., Surviving in addition to his parents is his uncle, Edward Plummer Tompkins of Fruita, Colo.; his first cousin, Alysoun Wolfe of Scottsdale, Ariz.; and several other close cousins and many wonderful friends., The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. There will be a gathering at Warren Wilson College Chapel at 2 p.m. Nov. 21, 2009., Memorials may be made to Warren Wilson College, 102 N. West Lane, Swannanoa, NC 28778. |
Margaret H. Johnson NORFOLK - Margaret H. Johnson, 81, entered the gates of her final resting place Oct. 30, 2009. She was born Nov. 18, 1927 to the late Frank and Willie Hart in Norfolk. She was predeceased by her oldest daughter, Edna Wilson. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Diane Parks of Chesapeake, Mildred Baker of Newport News, Connie Wilson of Nigeria; nine grandchildren; 25 great- grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 120 West Berkley Ave., Norfolk. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
SHELTON, Jonathan Darnell Sr., 42, of Richmond, departed this life on November 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret T. Shelton. Surviving are his wife, Yolanda D. Shelton; his children, Jasmine and Jonathan Shelton Jr.; father, Thomas Shelton; brothers, Edward, Christopher (Angel), Thomas Jr. and Keith (Avis) Shelton; sisters, Letitia, Coretta and Anthea S. Shelton; several nieces, nephews and cousins, and two devoted aunts, Amerilous "Sweetie" Givens and Alice Shelton. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where funeral services will be held Saturday, November 7, at 2 p.m. Apostle Glyn D. Lawson officiating. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. |
Millie Cora C. Jones PORTSMOUTH - Millie Cora Chaney Jones, 71, of the 4000 block of Long Pointe Blvd., transitioned from this life Oct. 31, 2009. She was born in Warrenton, N.C. Millie was a San Diego Transit driver for many years. She was a member of Believe in God Ministries where she was a church mother and a deaconess at Mount Olive Church of God and Christ, San Diego. Millie was also a member of the "Diva" Club. She leaves to cherish her memory four daughters, Annie Ruth Ward (Roy), Nikena Leason, Phyllis Roebuck (Robert) and Twana White (Michael); two sons, George Allen Jr. and Walter Robinson; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; her sisters, Gussie Hunter (William) and Addie Barnes; stepsisters, Mary Agnew (Nathanial) and the Rev. Geraldine Edwards; her brother, William Robinson (Christine); stepbrother, Arthur Newell Jr.; a special daughter, devoted niece and caretaker, Delphine White (Carl); and and a host other nieces, nephews, other relatives, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, James Jones; her parents, John Robinson and Effie Dail Robinson- Newell; her stepfather, Arthur Newell Sr.; and her siblings, Lena Phillips, Ernest Robinson and Cornelous Robinson. A funeral will be held Friday at noon in First Baptist Church Taylorsville, 2720 Turnpike Road, Portsmouth. The Rev. James E. Wynn will be officiating and Pastor Michael A. White will be the eulogist. Steele-Bullock Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Viewing will be private. Family and friends will assemble at 4029 Ahoy Drive, Chesapeake, at 11 a.m. for the procession to the church., Make a memorial contribution |
Josephine Leonard Neff BRISTOL, Tenn. A memorial service for Josephine Leonard Neff will be held on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Playl officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN. Online condolences may be registered at, Josephine Leonard Neff, age 81, passed away on Oct. 31, 2009, at Wellmont Hospice House. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home and Cremation Services. |
Josephine "Jo" O'Connor, 88, of Williamsburg, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2009., Jo was born on May 26, 1921. She became Walter O'Connor's "bride" on July 25, 1942, and they were married for 67 wonderful years., Jo was the mother of Candice Rice and the late Thomas O'Connor and the mother-in-law to Kenneth Rice and Jean O'Connor., She is survived by five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Jo was the sister of Eleanor Christie and the late Margaret Garrison., She volunteered for 21 years at Martha Jefferson Hospital, gave often to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and was an active member of the Catholic Church., Jo's motto was "Live. Love. Laugh." That's what she always did, and that's what people did when they were with her., A funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009, at St. Bede Catholic Church. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Judith B. McConnell passed away Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, after a brief illness., A native of Newport News, she worked as a school nurse in Newport News and Gloucester., She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. McConnell Sr., Survivors include her daughter, Temple M. Moorehead (Kevin); son, James L. McConnell Jr. (Sandra); sister, Molly Perdue (Frank); as well as five grandchildren and two great-grandsons., A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Warwick Memorial UMC, 38 Hoopes Rd., NN, with family receiving friends after the service., Memorial donations may be sent to Hampton Roads Chapter Red Cross, Blood Services, 4915 W. Mercury Blvd., Newport News, VA 23605., Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
JONES, Kathy Loretta Artist, departed this life on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. She leaves to forever cherish her memory her father, Amos Artist Jr.; the love of her life, Raymond E. Robinson; two sons, Derrick Artist (Elita) and Kevin Robinson; daughter, Janell Robinson; two stepchildren, Patrice Reynolds (Tony) and Raymond Robinson Jr.; five grandchildren, Aisha, Devin, MaRay, Deymond and Danielle; two sisters, Vanester Artist Williams (Rick) of Clinton, Md. and Gloria Artist Harris (Carl); seven brothers, Wayne, Michael, Amos, Ray (Carol), Floyd (Roberta), Ronnie and Tyrone (Andrea); four uncles, four aunts; godchild, Pam Foster; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends; one devoted friend, Johnette Nixon. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Family will receive friends Friday, 11 a.m., at Fountain of Deliverance Church, 3800 Broad Rock Rd., where funeral services will be held at 12 noon. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
She was a native of High Point, N.C., and had been a resident of Hampton for 54 years., She was devoted to her family and enjoyed handy work such as knitting and plastic canvas., She is preceded in death by her husband, Dallas W. Jenkins Sr., Surviving members of her family include her children, Shelia Culler and Gene Biesecker, Dallas W. Jenkins Jr. and wife, Melaney, and Thomas M. Jenkins Sr.; grandchildren, Sidra Santos, Shawn Lackey, Lesley Tonkin, Ashley Jenkins, Thomas M. Jenkins Jr., and Christina Carpenter; nine great-grandchildren; brother, J R Lackey and wife, Glendon; faithful friend and companion, Trouble., The family acknowledges and extends a heartfelt thank you to a special friend, Judy Raynor., The family will receive friends Thursday evening, Nov. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Kaythern's life will be held Friday afternoon, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Clark Cemetery in Fox Hill., Because of her love of animals, memorial contributions may be made to the local A.S.P.C.A., Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
SMITH, Kenneth G., slipped into a second life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 2, 2009. Born May 3, 1937, he was the son of the late William Garland and Mary Eyler Smith of Lynchburg, Va. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Peggy Maddox Smith; three daughters, Karen Smith Gibson, Valerie Smith Fulke of Richmond and Carol G. Smith of Charlottesville; three grandchildren, Kenneth W. Gibson, Joseph L. Gibson and Alexandria T. Fulke; and one son-in-law, Fred Gibson. He is also survived by four brothers and their wives, William and Muriel Smith of Smith Mt. Lake, Va., Patrick and Kathy Smith of Riner, Va., Robert and Faye Smith of Lynchburg, Va., Mark and Sharon Smith of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; and one sister, Johanna and her husband, Link White, of Forest, Va. After graduating from E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg, Va., he continued his education to be the first in his family to graduate from college. He chose to attend Virginia Military Institute, where he received his BA in Civil Engineering. After serving his country on active duty as well as spending 20 years in the U.S. Army Reserves, he retired with the rank of Major. He retired from the University of Virginia in 2003 as the Director of Facilities Planning and Construction. He valued the continued pursuit of knowledge and while working at UVA, received his Master's Degree in Business Administration from Averett College of Danville, Va. in 1995. Kenneth was a kind and loving father and devoted husband. He loved working with the Key Clubs in and around Virginia while serving in the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville, where he held several positions, one of which was Lt. Governor. He and his wife were also very involved in the Charlottesville Friendship Force, where they welcomed many people from around the world into their home while they visited America. After moving to Lake Monticello, he became an active member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and enjoyed working with the Coast Guard in keeping the lake safe on busy weekends. He also loved following the UVA Women's Basketball team. He and his wife traveled to Hawaii and around the state to support his favorite team and have attended all home games for over 20 years. He loved his church, Beaverdam Baptist, where he was a devoted member, teaching Sunday school classes, singing in the choir, serving as a deacon and on many committees over the years. A family and friends visitation will be held Thursday, November 5, 2009, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the social hall at Beaverdam Baptist Church located at 1794 Richmond Road, Troy, Va. 22974. A memorial service will be held Friday, November 6, 2009 at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary of Beaverdam Baptist Church. A short reception will follow in the church's social hall. In lieu of flowers, please support Parkinson's Research, Cancer Research or Heart Research through the University of Virginia, Beaverdam Baptist Church, or feel free to give to your favorite charity. He and his family would like to publicly thank Hospice of The Piedmont, all of the fine UVA doctors and nurses, the giving members of Beaverdam Baptist Church,UVA faculty and staff, Kenneth's VMI Brother Rats, Lake Monticello Volunteer Rescue Squad, and all of the neighbors and friends who have been so supportive during his illness. Friends may sign the online register at www.hillandwood.com. |
Kenneth G. Smith, Kenneth Garland Smith slipped into a second life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 2, 2009., He was born May 3, 1937, a son of the late William Garland and Mary Eyler Smith of Lynchburg, Virginia., He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Peggy Maddox Smith; three daughters, Karen Smith Gibson, Valerie Smith Fulke of Richmond and Carol G. Smith of Charlottesville; three grandchildren, Kenneth W. Gibson, Joseph L. Gibson, and Alexandria T. Fulke; and one son-in-law, Fred Gibson. He is also survived by four brothers and their wives, William and Muriel Smith of Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, Patrick and Kathy Smith of Riner, Virginia, Robert and Faye Smith of Lynchburg, Virginia, Mark and Sharon Smith of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and one sister, Johanna and her husband, Link White, of Forest, Virginia., After graduating from E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg, Virginia, he continued his education to be the first in his family to graduate from college. He chose to attend Virginia Military Institute where he received his B.A. in Civil Engineering. After serving his country on active duty as well as spending 20 years in the United States Army Reserves, he retired with the rank of Major. He retired from the University of Virginia in 2003 as the Director of Facilities Planning and Construction. He valued the continued pursuit of knowledge and while working at University of Virginia, received his Masters Degree in Business Administration from Averett College of Danville, Virginia, in 1995., Kenneth was a kind and loving father and devoted husband. He loved working with the Key Clubs in and around Virginia while serving in the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville where he held several positions, one of which was Lieutenant Governor. He and his wife were also very involved in the Charlottesville Friendship Force where they welcomed many people from around the world into their home while they visited America. After moving to Lake Monticello, he became an active member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and enjoyed working with the Coast Guard in keeping the lake safe on busy weekends. He also loved following the University of Virginia Woman's Basketball team. He and his wife traveled to Hawaii and around the state to support his favorite team and have attended all home games for over 20 years. He loved his church, Beaver Dam Baptist, where he was a devoted member; teaching Sunday school classes, singing in the choir, serving as a Deacon and on many committees over the years., A family and friends visitation will be held from 6:30 until 8 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2009, in the social hall at Beaver Dam Baptist Church located at 1794 Richmond Road, Troy, VA 22974., A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 6, 2009, in the sanctuary of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. A short reception will follow in the church's social hall., In lieu of flowers, please support Parkinson Research, Cancer Research or Heart Research through the University of Virginia, Beaver Dam Baptist Church or feel free to give to your favorite charity., He and his family would like to publicly thank Hospice of The Piedmont, all of the fine University of Virginia doctors and nurses, the giving members of Beaver Dam Baptist Church, University of Virginia faculty and staff, Kenneth's VMI Brother Rats, Lake Monticello Volunteer Rescue Squad and all of the neighbors and friends who have been so supportive during his illness. |
Gerry K. Koehler, 69, of Bassett, Va., passed away on Monday, November 2, 2009. He was a son of the late George A. and Madge D. Koehler, of Sedona, Ariz. Surviving are his wife, Charlotte N. Koehler, of Bassett; three sons, Allen Jennings and wife, Lisa, of Winter Haven, Fla., George Scott Koehler, of Florida, and Kenneth K. Koehler, of Michigan; two daughters. Lorrie Albert and husband, Dexter, of Christiansburg, and Jamie Jennings-Gee and husband, Greg, of WinstonSalem, N.C.; five grandsons, Anthony Jennings, Jesse Jennings, Aaron Albert, Caylen Gee and Abram Gee; three granddaughters, Rachel Albert, Anna Gee, and Abbigayle Jennings; two great-grandsons, Quentin and Dylan Jennings; sister, Virginia Hauser, of Ogden, Utah; two nephews; and a niece. Gerry had many accomplishments, too numerous to mention. He served in the United States Air Force. Gerry's request was to say goodbye and bid farewell without much ado. Memorials may be made to the or the . Services will be private. Arrangements are by Oakey's North Chapel and Crematory, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
Lawrence J. Bresko, 87, died Friday, Oct. 23, 2009, after a rewarding life., Mr. Bresko is survived by his wife of 59 years, Pauline Bresko of West Columbia, S.C.; two daughters and sons-in-law: Sandra and Billy Martin of Columbia, S.C., and Lynn Bresko and Tom Corrigan of Greensboro, N.C., and two granddaughters, Whitney and MariClare Martin of Columbia, S.C., A memorial service will be held Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, 5503 Sunset Blvd., Lexington, S.C. 29072. An online memorial book is available for comment at, In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Larry's name to Saxe Gotha or Agape Hospice, 3996 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia, SC 29619., Larry was a devoted church member at Saxe Gotha and before that at St. Mark's Methodist Church in Petersburg, Va. |
Lester A. Rowland MARION, Va. Lester A. Rowland, age 83 passed away Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at the Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He was the son of the late John and Ida Roland of Marion. His brothers, George, Estell, Carl, James and Nathan; and sisters, Grace Crowder and Virgie Hayden, predeceased him. He was a mason and construction supervisor for over 50 years, including designing and building numerous Baptist churches in Virginia. He was a combat veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Anna Iola Hart Rowland; his daughter, DoraLee, and son-in-law, E. Larry Fabian; his three grandchildren, Tammy Pearson Heflin and husband Mark, Jeff Pearson and wife Karen, Kim Pearson Foley and husband Ed Jr.; seven great-grandchildren, Ashley and Bryce Pearson, Amber, Kristen and Shalynn Heflin, and Kayla and Dalton Foley His sisters Shirley Howell of Maryland, Freda Privet of Manassas, Va., Betty McClure of Tennessee, and Rosa Stamper of Marion, survive him. Viewing will be from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009; visitation from 1-2 p.m. and funeral service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion. Reverends Lester Horton and Mike Sage will conduct the funeral service. Burial will follow at McClure Cemetery, with full military honors rendered by the Francis Marion VFW Post 4667. Pallbearers are Jeff Pearson, Mark Heflin, Ed Foley Jr., E. Larry Fabian, Roy McKinney and Ricky Taylor. The family will receive friends at the Adwolfe Fire Hall following the burial ceremony. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Freedom Tabernacle Baptist Church, Freedom Tabernacle Lane, Atkins, VA. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the Rowland family. |
ROBINSON, Lloyd A., "Robbie," Ret. Major U.S. Marine Corps, of Glen Allen, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2009. Lloyd was born on March 12, 1941 in New Bedford, Mass. He was preceded in death by his father, Frederick Robinson; his mother, Faith Tuell Robinson; and his stepmother, Ann Robinson. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Robinson; his three children, Kathy Stamatelos and her husband, Jimmy Stamatelos, Scott Robinson and his wife, Jennifer Robinson, and Paul Robinson; four grandchildren, Ryan Stamatelos, Jeffrey Stamatelos, Christina Stamatelos, and Ella Marie Robinson; and two stepchildren, Bryan Ready and Katherine Ready Reznikov and her husband, Pavel Reznikov. Lloyd's service in the United States Marine Corps spanned 26 years to include a tour of duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis, several combat tours in Vietnam, and work for the Naval Investigative Service, as well as for the Marine Corps counterintelligence (Marine Corps CI) before he retired as a major in 1986. After retirement, he went on to become a security consultant and a business owner. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad St., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2009 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, 4825 Pouncey Tract Road, Glen Allen, Va. 23059, with a reception to follow in the Shady Grove Church Fellowship Hall. Interment will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, 3800 Fettler Park Dr., Suite 104, Dumfries, Va. 22025. |
Lois Carty Horton COEBURN, Va. Lois Carty Horton, 77, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manie & Annie Carty and her husband William Hagan Horton. She was a graduate of Coeburn High School in 1951 and was employed as a bank teller for the Farmers Exchange Bank and Miners Exchange Bank. Surviving are her brother, Bill Carty and his wife Elinor of Wise, Va.; a special niece, Lisa Hess of Coeburn; several nieces and nephews; two special care givers, Janet Sue Mills and Mary Bond. The family will receive friends Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Sturgill Funeral Home, 310 Sixth St., NW, Coeburn, VA. Funeral services will be conducted 7:30 p.m. in the Sturgill Funeral Home Chapel, Coeburn, with Charles "Jibber" Ward officiating. Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at the Greenwood Acres Cemetery, Coeburn. The family and friends will meet at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home to go in procession to the cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bill Breeding, Nathaniel Lane, Ernie Collins, Jimmy McElrath, Charlie Deel and Jerry Ball. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Horton, Frank Hill, Charlie Clay and John Hall Sr. Sturgill Funeral Homes, 310 Sixth St., NW, Coeburn, VA 24230, in charge of arrangements. |
SMITH, Lorraine Sykes, 89, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed from this life on November 3, 2009. Together in peace with her husband, James F. Smith Sr., she is survived by her daughter, Vicki S. Mahanes (Ray) of Mechanicsville; three sons, James F. Smith Jr. of Mechanicsville, Charles H. Smith (Helen) of Chesapeake, Va. and Dan P. Ford (Linda) of Ocala, Fla.; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Her family will receive friends on Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009 at the funeral home. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
NEWPORT NEWS - On Nov. 1, 2009, at the Gardens at Warwick Forest, Lucish Murray Jr. was called home to be with the Lord after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Lucish was born on Dec. 19, 1921, in Sumter, S.C., to the late Lucish Murray Sr. and Isabella Murray. He was a WW II veteran and a Masonic member. He retired from Ford Motor Company in Edison, N.J., after 35 years of employment. After his retirement. he still held a representative seat on the UAW's Union Board., Lucish was preceded in death by his sister, Annie; and his brother, James. He leaves to cherish his memory a devoted family, wife, Ann Murray; one daughter, Chivon Murray-Edwards and her husband, David; two stepdaughters, Diane Hector and her husband, Louis, Debra Glover and her husband, Robert; along with five grandchildren. He also leaves to mourn a host of relatives and others who loved him dearly., The Murray family would like to personally thank the staff of the Gardens at Warwick Forest for their love and care of Mr. Murray., The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th St., Newport News, VA 23607. Interment will follow the service at Hampton Memorial Gardens, 155 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA. Condolences may be sent to |
Welcoming her in heaven are her husband, Preston Zember Sr.; daughter, Sharon Zember; parents, Jeter and Lucy Moore; many friends and family members., Left to cherish the many happy memories are her daughter, Karen Onks and husband, George Sr.; her son, Preston Zember Jr. and wife, Cindy of Hampton; sisters, Mary Kaczorowski and Florence Lawson of Willis Wharf, Va.; many special nieces and nephews; very special friends, Judd Nuchols, Loretta Carpenter, and Lajean Boyce; and many friends to include her church family at Langley Baptist Church., Lucy's favorite name was "grandma" and she loved to be with her very "special grandchildren", George Onks Jr. "Joey," Jessica Zember, Adam Zember, Jason Onks, Kimberly Onks, Logan Zember; and "special great-grandchild", Nathan Onks., A celebration of Lucy's life will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, at Langley Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. |
A native of Paris, Va., she had been a Hampton resident since 1958. Lu had very fond memories from her 20 years as Director of the Fort Monroe Teen Club. She retired in 1985. She also enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren, as well as sewing, reading, antiquing, gardening, cooking and telling stories., She was preceded in death by her husband, William A. Hartman Jr.; and a daughter, Diana Marie Bergmann., Survivors include her daughter, Julia Ann Hartman Rea; her son, William L. "Monty" Hartman and his wife, Beverly; her sister, Betty Henry; her brother, Wesley B. "Wes" Shaffer Jr.; eight grandchildren, Shelley Crouch, Stephen Rea, Tina Bergmann, James Bergmann, Paul Hartman, Katy Barnes, Becky Hartman, and Amber Stevens; and numerous great-grandchildren. She also had many very special nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at the R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home chapel. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. |
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She was born Aug. 22, 1923. in Warwick County to Charles Otto Becker and Sarah Jane Burnham. Margaret attended Hilton Elementary School, Warwick High School and graduated from Hampton High School with the Class of 1941. Margaret worked as a secretary for N.A.C.A. from 1941 to 1942. Raymond Edell Foster Jr., and Margaret were married on Feb. 14, 1943., She is survived by their five sons, Robert D. Foster, Raymond E. Foster III, William A. Foster, David O. Foster and Stephen L. Foster; and eight grandchildren, Susan Foster Silvus, Tracy A. Foster, Margaret Foster, Elizabeth Foster, Raymond Foster IV, Jacob Foster, Otto Foster, and William Foster; seven great-grandchildren and one great-grandchild as well as many nieces and nephews., Margaret and Raymond owned and operated the Dari Freeze of Jefferson Avenue in Newport News from 1957-1977 and The Cream Scene in Kill Devil Hills, N.C., from 1972-1975. She enjoyed swimming, fishing, crabbing on the James River and she loved most the beach at Nags Head, N.C. Margaret enjoyed dancing and tennis throughout her life., The family will receive friends on Thursday, Nov. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. A funeral mass will be held Friday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Catholic Campus Ministry Chapel at Richmond Rd. and Harrison Ave., Williamsburg., , 11835 Canon Blvd. Ste A102, Newport News, VA 23606, Attn: Williamsburg Unit. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Marie A. Riddle, 87, passed away Friday, Oct. 30, 2009., She was born on June 4, 1922, in Bristol Tenn., and was a 1940 graduate of Appalachian High School. She was a longtime resident of Newport News, having lived here for 59 years., Mrs. Riddle was preceded in death by her best friend and beloved husband of 60 years, Hershel E. Riddle., Survivors include two sons, Steve Riddle and his wife, Judy, and Mike Riddle and his wife, Susan; three grandchildren, Blair, Meredith and Sarah; and dear friends., The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:30 p.m. tonight, Nov. 4, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, in Peninsula Memorial Park. |
Marie Cron Wallace, quilter and homemaker, died Tuesday, November 3, 2009, at Culpeper Health and Rehabilitation Center in Culpeper, Virginia., Mrs. Wallace was born to Minerva Marie Cron in Amarillo, Texas, on August 2, 1917., She received a B.A. in Chemistry from Mary Hardin Baylor University in Texas in 1939, and a M.S. in Biochemistry from Kansas State College in Manhattan, Kansas in 1941. After teaching high school math and science in Texas, she moved to Washington, DC in 1942, where she was a metallurgist at the National Bureau of Standards. She met Edward John Wallace there, and they were married on February 16, 1945. They were members of Mount Vernon Place Methodist Church in Washington until they moved to McLean, Virginia in 1955, where they became active members of Trinity United Methodist Church. Mrs. Wallace sang in the choir at both churches. In 2000, Mrs. Wallace moved to Culpeper Virginia to be near her daughters. She was member of Hebron Lutheran Church in Madison until her death., Mrs. Wallace was an avid seamstress and quilter, and designed and completed more than 200 quilts, including annual entries into the Hoffman Challenge from its beginnings until 2006. She was member of the McLean chapter of Quilters Unlimited, and Novum Quilters in Madison., Her husband Edward died October 1, 1997. She is survived by her children Diane Cheryl Heckel, of Madison; David James Wallace and his wife, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, Patricia Minerva Bullock and her husband, of Newport, Oregon, Kathleen Mollie Edwards and her husband, of Falmouth, Virginia; as well as five grandchildren; Cheryl Heckel Paulson and her husband, of Richmond, Nancy Marie Heckel-Harper and her husband, of Rochester New York, Frederick William Poe Heckel of Charlotte, North Carolina, Christina Lynn Thomas Farree and her husband, of Falmouth, and Robert Allen Thomas of Falmouth; five great-grandchildren, and numerous friends and relatives., The family will receive friends 6:30 until 8 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009, at Preddy Funeral Home in Madison. Services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009, at Hebron Lutheran Church, Madison, with internment to follow at the church cemetery., In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Madison County Library, Inc., P.O. Box 243, Madison, VA 22727 or the White Oak Volunteer Rescue Squad, 535 White Oak Road, Falmouth, VA 22405. |
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MATTHEWS, Marilyn Rae "Idgy," passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on October 31, 2009 at her home after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Marilyn was a wife, a mother, grandmother, and inspirational friend. Early in her life she enjoyed bike riding, dancing, swimming, shooting skeet, hunting and fishing. Later, she became an avid tennis player, enjoyed all animals and several other outdoor activities such as bird watching and riding motorcycles. Marilyn was also a fan of the Washington Redskins and Pittsburgh Steelers. Marilyn grew up in New Salem, Pa. near Uniontown, Pa., where she was a Girl Scout, a member of the International Order of the Rainbow Girls and member of the Eastern Star. Marilyn migrated to Washington, D.C. and then moved to and made a home in Richmond, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Inez Coffman (Loughran); and husband, Barry E. Matthews. She is survived by her sister, Marianne; her sons, Brandon and Brett and his wife, Donna; grandchildren, Dalton and Hunter; many devoted friends; as well as her loyal and faithful companion cat, HoBo. She will be missed by so many, but will now and evermore enjoy peace. A special thank you to all who contributed so much in the last days; you made an example of what an ending should be and defined true friendship. Service and reception will be held at Three Chopt Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. Arrangements by the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of Marilyn Matthews for Breast Cancer Research to the VCU/MCV Massey Cancer Center, Development Office, P.O. Box 980214, Richmond, Va. 23298. |
LEWIS, Martha E., of 604 Henrico Blvd., died October 30, 2009. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Paulette Townes. She leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Nora Gaines, Ernestine Young and Rosemary Williams; 10 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, three sisters, three brothers, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where funeral service will be held Friday, November 6 at 12 noon. Rev.Tyrone Nelson officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. |
Mary was born in Minneapolis, where she graduated from the Convent of Visitation School. She attended Newton College of the Sacred Heart in Massachusetts, and graduated from the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul, Minn. In 1970, she married the love of her life, Roy Richardson, who preceded her in death in 2008., In addition to raising two children and three stepchildren in Edina, Minn., Mary enjoyed travel, golf, tennis, bowling, and volunteer work. She was the first woman to serve on the Board of Directors of the Edina Country Club., In 1992, Mary and Roy retired to Ford's Colony, Williamsburg, Va. She was an active member of the Ford's Colony Ladies' Golf Association, where she served in a variety of roles, including Tournament Director and President. She also served for three years as Director of the Ford's Colony Country Club Membership Association. She was a longtime member of St. Bede's Catholic Church, and later was received as a member of Bruton Parish Episcopal Church., Mary is survived by her son, Roman Richardson and his wife, Joanne; daughter, Alexis Guilbert and her husband, Shelby; granddaughter, Piper Camille Guilbert; stepdaughter, Beth Richardson and her children, Ian Allison and Paige Allison; stepdaughter Jessica Eubanks and her husband, Charles and their daughter, Perry Lee; stepson, Adam Richardson and his wife, Mina; her brother, William R. Westphal Jr.; and her sister, Patricia Riley., A memorial service for Mary will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Bruton Parish Church in Williamsburg. It will be a full Episcopal service followed by interment with her husband, Roy. There will be a reception at 4 p.m. at Ford's Colony Country Club and all are welcome to attend., Arrangements entrusted to Nelsen Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
SMITHFIELD - Mary Deeds Greblunas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at the age of 79 after a brief illness., Mary was a loving mother, dedicated grandmother, and a blessing to all who knew her. She had a sweet gentle spirit, a love for family, and a wonderful sense of humor. Mary never complained about anything and always brought joy to others., Mary is survived by her six children and their families, Jon and Margaret Hartley, Lee and Betty Henderson, Rob and Cathy Stalzer, Jay and Jane MacMichael, Joe and Mary Greblunas, Alan and Carolyn Brown; and her grandchildren, Bill and Jenny Hartley, Shannon Henderson, Laura and Cliff Wright, Tim and Matt Stalzer, Katie and Erin MacMichael, and Riley Faith Brown., Mary loved to visit her children and grandchildren, and her friends in Roanoke. She was a faithful member of Church of the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Smithfield, Va., A prayer service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in Colonial Funeral Home followed by visitation until 6 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Smithfield, Va., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Church of the Good Shepherd Building Fund, 300 Smithfield Blvd, P.O. Box 840, Smithfield, VA 23431., Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
ELLIOTT, Mary Pauline "Polly," of Sandston, departed this life on November 3, 2009. She was preceded in death by James E. Elliott "Jim," her husband of 62 years. She is survived by her children, James Monroe Elliott and his wife, Janis; Charles Thomas Elliott and his wife, Karen; Michael Barry Elliott and his wife, Marjorie; Mary Elizabeth Elliott Harris, and Kurt Muirhead Hanger and his wife, Patricia; her grandchildren, John Hersey, Christopher Elliott, Jonathan Elliott, Alexander Harris, Jennifer Elliott, Marcus Elliott, Sofia Elliott, and Ashley Hanger; her great-grandchildren, M. Chatman Elliott, M. Dylane Elliott and Taylor Hanger. She is also survived by three siblings, Georgia, Julia and Earl. She was an avid sports enthusiast who in high school excelled at softball (state champions), basketball and pole vaulting. While living in Highland Springs, she coached for many years a girls' softball team with the Lassie League. She was a past president of the American Legion Women's Auxiliary Post 144 and worked for decades for Chuck's Market in Highland Springs, Sandston and Providence Forge. An enthusiastic bowler, she bowled on a league well into her mid-70s. At home she prided herself on her irises and her ability to attract humming birds. Her love of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren was reflected in the hundreds of photographs lining her den walls. She and her husband were known for their annual Brunswick Stew event held for many years for family and friends. Her family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., where a service will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Washington Memorial Park alongside her beloved husband. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Virginia. |
will be held Friday, Nov. 6, at 1 p.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Friends may send condolences to www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
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DEL PAPA, Mildred Engleman, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2009 at her home in Kinsale, Va. Mildred was proud to have been born in Andrew Jackson's home in Lexington, Va. on February 4, 1928 to her parents, William and Lucille Clark Engleman. She was preceded in death by her son, John E.; a sister, Jane E. Curley; and two brothers, William and Tinsley Engleman. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Laurence J. Del Papa; six children, Therese Hall and husband, David, Laurence Del Papa II, Paul Del Papa and wife, Kathy, David Del Papa, Charles Del Papa and wife, Rebecca, and Cynthia Shaughnessy; and grandchildren, Matthew, Bennett, Kimberly, Brittney, Bryan, Nathan and wife, Deborah, Elise, Nicholas, Daniel, Meredith and husband, Justin, Tony, Amelia, Lillian, Margaret, Andrew and Kristen; and seven great-grandchildren. Mildred graduated from Johnston-Willis School of Nursing working in the field of Obstetrics. In her retirement years, she was an avid reader and Bridge player and Mildred's greatest love was spending time with her family and many friends. The family will receive friends Friday, November 6, 2009 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bliley's- Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., Richmond, Va., where a service will be held at 1 p.m. Interment Mount Calvary Cemetery. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, November 7, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 7070 Nomini Hall Rd, Hague, Va. 22469. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's Catholic Church, P.O. Box 65, Hague, Va. 22469. |
Donald R. Miller, 69, of Union, W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2009. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at the Groves Funeral Home Chapel in Union, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Floyd H. Milliner II, 56, of College Park, Ga., formerly of Roanoke, Va., passed away on October 30, 2009. Arrangements by Gus Thornhill Funeral Home, 404-768-2993., Make a memorial contribution |
Barry Wayne Mills Sr., of Blue Ridge, Va., died on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
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. Friends may call at Serenity on Friday, November 6, 2009, from 2 to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Condolences may be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
Nathaniel Jay Murray The funeral service for Nathaniel Jay Murray will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, in Mountain View Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, with Pastor Mark Davidson officiating. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Nathaniel Jay Murray, age 27, a dearly loved son and brother, went home to be with Jesus. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Murray. |
11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Shiloh Cemetery, Pulaski. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
BEALE, Mrs. Odell E., of Richmond, entered eternal rest on November 4, 2009. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving her family. |
will be held today, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. at Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, with the Rev. Michael D. Halley officiating. Condolences may be registered online at, Make a memorial contribution |
She leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, William H. Young Jr.; her son, Phillip McCoy and his wife, Jodi; her daughter, Stephanie Stalgaitis and her husband, Joseph; her mother, Marjorie Harmon; her sister, Karon Eichelberger and her husband, James; her brother, Reed McKnight Jr., and his wife, Brigid; grandchildren, Ashley McCoy, Austin McCoy, Alyssa McCoy, Joseph Stalgaitis Jr., Brittany Stalgaitis, Amanda Stalgaitis; two nephews and three nieces., A memorial service will be held on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 7, at 3:30 p.m., at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave, Hampton, Va. |
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TARRANT, Mrs. Pauline W., of Richmond departed this life November 4, 2009. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Funeral notice later. |
. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel and Crematory, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, in Vaughan-Guynn Chapel with the Rev. Rick Watson officiating. Burial will follow in Monta Vista Cemetery. A guestbook is available online at, Make a memorial contribution |
POWERS, Phillip, 65, died November 3, 2009 in Henrico County, Va. He was a native of Roanoke, Va. and a retired truck driver. He was predeceased by his father, Richard Powers, deceased. Survived by his spouse, Dianne Powers; son, Micheal Powers of Gainesville, Fla.; brother, Wayne Powers of Chesterfield, Va.; mother, Margaret Covey. He is also survived by his beloved nephews, Roy Norton Jr. (Doodle) and Daniel Norton. Memorial service will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Bonnie Brae Church of Christ, 7610 Staples Mill Road, Richmond, Va. Memorial donations may be made to Bonnie Brae Church of Christ. Family will receive friends at home. Burial will be private. |
William T. (Doot) Prather, 69, of Roanoke, Va., formerly of Goodview, Va., died Monday, November 2, 2009. He is preceded in death by his father, William Thurman Prather; and mother, Jenny Caroll Prather, of Goodview, Va. He is survived by Louise Prather, wife of 49 years; son, William (Buck) Prather, of Roanoke; daughter, Linda Secco, of Greensboro, N.C.; sister, Linda Williams Lyons, of Daleville, Va.; and many close relatives and special friends. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force from 1957 to 1963 as Private First Class 960th Air Squadron and was Honorably Discharged. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
s, please join family and friends at our residence on 701 Fayette St. Viewing will begin today from noon to 7 p.m. The family will assemble in the funeral home at 10 a.m. for the procession to the church. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, is handling the arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Pilgrim Baptist Church with the Rev. Dwight Steele officiating. Interment will follow in Fair View Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends may call at Serenity on Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. for viewing. Special thanks is extended to the Veterans Administration Medical Center, the doctors, nurses and staff for the excellent care. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Born at Fort Monroe, Renee was a lifelong resident of Isle of Wight County. She leaves behind many friends and family to cherish the amazing life she led., She was preceded in death by her mother, Wally K. Pier; father, Kenneth Pier Sr.; and sister, Karen Pier Fuller., She leaves to cherish her memories her fiancE, Carl "Scooter" Littleton of Carrollton; her brothers, Ronnie Pier of Suffolk and Kenny Pier of New Mexico; nieces, Amber Morgan and her husband, Craig of Windsor, Ashley Mauger and her husband, Miles of Smithfield, Christi Pier of California, and Brittany Pier of New Mexico; and nephew, United States Army SPC Gabriel Fuller and his wife, Michaela, currently stationed in Germany., A celebration of her life will be held Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, at 2 p.m. in Benns United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Tommy Reynolds officiating., Arrangements are in the care of R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home and Crematory, 509 W. Washington St. Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered at |
NEWPORT NEWS - Richard A. Clarke Jr., 77, passed from this life to life eternal on Nov. 2, 2009., He was born on Oct. 5, 1932, and was a graduate of Warwick High School. A native of Newport News, Richard retired from the United States Marine Corp after 20 years of service and also from the U.S. Civil Service. Richard proudly served his country in the Korean War and several overseas tours, including Romania, Japan, and Lebanon. He was awarded the Purple Heart and other various medals. He was an active member of Menchville Baptist Church. Richard will be remembered for his patriotism, lovingness, generosity, warped sense of humor and cheating at cards! He will be dearly missed by his family and friends., Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 39 years, Mary; four daughters, Karen McCormick and Kendra Brooks of Elizabeth City, N.C., Marcia Agena and her husband, Jim of Huntsville, Ala., and Lora Clarke of Silver Spring, Md.; one son, David Clarke of Elizabeth City, N.C.; wonderful grandchildren, Cody, Lindsay, Ronald, Shane, Ashlyn, David, and John; one sister, Ann Woodward of Newport News, Va.; and his loyal dog, Max., The family thanks the ICU nursing staff at Mary Immaculate Hospital for their kindness, compassion, and love during Richard's illness., The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Altmeyer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at Altmeyer Funeral Home with interment to follow at Hampton National Cemetery with military honors. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the Peninsula Rescue Mission., Arrangements are under the care of Altmeyer Funeral Home – Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23608. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
. Dinner will be served at the church for family and friends after the interment. The family has established a scholarship fund in memory of both James E. and Athalia J. Richards. Donations will be accepted in the name of Suffolk Professional Pharmacy Scholarship fund. Crocker Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Robert Worthington, Lois Bye and Horace Brandt., Rob loved NASCAR, Langley Speedway, baseball and softball., Special thanks to Dr. Kessler and his staff; special friend, Dave Gray; and a wonderful boss, Harper., A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1510 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666., In memory of Rob, contributions may be made towards his funeral and medical expenses., Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Mr. Norris moved to Newport News from Dunn, N.C., in 1951, and attended Warwick High School. In his junior year he joined the Naval Reserves and after school went on active duty to fulfill his military commitment., In 1957 he worked for the Bank of Warwick where he became head teller of the Parkview branch. He also became head teller with the Bank of Hampton Roads., In 1960 he worked for his neighbor and good friend, Bill Andrews, with the Commission of Revenue for nine years. In 1969 he formed Norris Amusements. He operated the first moon walks on the east coast and later added a putt putt. Mr. Norris opened Norris Mobile Markees, a portable sign rental business in 1970. He operated this business for 38 years until he retired Dec. 31, 2007., An avid golfer, he served on the Williamsburg Board of Directors for many years. In the 60's and 70's he raised thousands of dollars organizing and operating golf tournaments for his favorite charity, the, A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home with the Rev. Lynwood Wells officiating. The family will receive friends after the service. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, in Greenwood Cemetery, Dunn, N.C., Arrangements are under the care of Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home, 7415 River Road, Newport News, VA 23607. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
GRAFTON - To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die. Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle's time to die occurred on Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, around noon at Mary Immaculate Hospital. God knew that our beloved, after spending the last year of his life in and out of the hospital and as a resident of Saint Francis Nursing Center, had endured enough pain and that it was time for him to be delivered from his suffering., "Mack" as he was called by most was born and raised in Grafton. He was the son of the late Winfred Sr., and Ethel Harrod Shields. At a very early age, he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior, and united with the Grafton Baptist Church., He was married to the late Marjorie Tolliver for nearly 50 years. That union produced two sons and a daughter. Mack was a hard worker and many days he worked from sun up to sun down operating a trash route while working full time at Cheatham Annex. He was a serious, no nonsense person., He was a member of Light of the Valley Masonic Lodge of Grafton, Va., for many, many years., Mack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marjorie; his parents, four brothers, Herman, Winfred Jr., Clarence, and Thomas; and two sisters, Rosetta and Elizabeth., He leaves to mourn his passing two sons, Robert Jr., of Newport News and Herman (Kelly) of El Paso, Texas; a daughter, Virgie Peterson of Williamsburg; three very dear granddaughters, Patricia Howard of Charles City, LaDawn Shields of Smithfield, and Diana Shields of Newport News; two close grandsons, Terry Howard Jr. of Richmond, and Antone Shields of Smithfield; three sisters, Frances Williams and Annie Jones-Ellison (Rufus) of Hampton, and Alice Langford (Harold) of Newport News, who was overseer of his care and affairs for the past year; and a stepdaughter, Joyce McCree (Mack) of Grafton. Others to mourn his passing are numerous other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, a special friend, Beatrice, and a host of other relatives and friends., The family extends special thanks to the staff of Saint Francis Nursing Center for the love and comfort given to their loved one and also to the dedicated staff of the Mary Immaculate ICU., A funeral service will be held noon Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Grafton Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing will be from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday. |
. A private ash scattering ceremony will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Montgomery County Humane Society, P.O. Box 287, Blacksburg, Va. 24063 or to the Good Samaritan Hospice, 125-E Arrowhead Trail, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The family is being served by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
WOODLEY, Roger L. Funeral services will be held November 5 (today) at 11 a.m. at Cedar Street Baptist Church, 2301 Cedar St. Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. |
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will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Born in Orange Co, Va., she had been a longtime Newport News resident having retired from Coats and Clark., Mrs. Fletcher is survived by her sons, Bobby Fletcher, John T. Fletcher; sisters, Mary Willoughby and Dorothy Tompkins; nine grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends from 9 to 10 a.m., with a funeral service to be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, Todds Lane. The interment will follow at Craigs Baptist Church Cemetery, Spotsylvania, Va., Arrangements by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Ruby Elizabeth Willoughby Thompson of Orange died Sunday, November 1, 2009, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville., She was the daughter of the late Lillian Talley and Frank Jackson Willoughby. She was the widow of the late Walter Paul Thompson. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas William Willoughby and his wife, Lucille and Harry Franklin Willoughby and his wife, Helen; and by one sister, Louise Willoughby Wright and her husband, Charles, all formerly of Unionville., Ruby attended Mary Washington College and graduated from the University of Virginia. She taught in Prince William for one year and in Orange County for 42 years. She was a former member of the Orange County retired Teachers Association and of the Orange Business and Professional Women's Club. She also was a lifelong member of the Unionville Christian Church., Survivors include two nieces, Lillian W. Goodwin and her husband, Phil, of Orange, and Patricia W. Ballard and her husband, Bill, of Culpeper. Also surviving are one great-niece, Elizabeth Christine Ballard; and four great-nephews, Andrew Patrick Willoughby Ballard, Matthew Franklin Goodwin, and Charles Thomas Goodwin, all of Richmond, and Taylor Jackson Ballard of Culpeper., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009, at the Unionville Christian Church with interment at the church cemetery. Pastor Charles Chilton and Pastor Joe Brummett will officiate., The family will receive friends from 7:30 until 8:30 p.. Friday, November 6, 2009, at the Preddy Funeral Home in Orange., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Harry F. Willoughby Memorial Flower Fund or the Land Acquisition Fund, Unionville Christian Church, P.O. Box 26, Unionville, VA 22567., The family wishes to thank Dr. Gordon Morris and staff and the 7th floor nursing staff of Martha Jefferson Hospital for their care of Ruby., She desired to leave this thought; "Faith lifts up shining arms and points to a happier world where our loved ones await us." HELEN KELLER |
Nevaeh Alexandria Ruiz NORFOLK - Nevaeh Alexandria Ruiz, 2-month old infant daughter of Hugo Ruiz and Nichole Nicholas, passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009. Besides her parents, she is survived by a sister, Hailey Nicholas; grandmother, Lorraine Kalna; grandfather, Ralph Nicholas; great-grandfather, Charlie Willis; uncle, Angel Ruiz; and great-uncle, Chuck Willis. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel. Burial will be private. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Harrison Funeral Home and Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
SHAW, Samuel, of Richmond, departed this life October 31, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Shaw; one daughter, Gwendolyn Shaw; one son, Samuel Shaw III; two grandchildren, Sabrina and Davondis "Wally" Jones; 12 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mattie Shaw; one brother, Mallie Shaw; 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 Friday at 11 a.m. Dr. Ricardo Brown, officiating. Interment Quantico National Cemetery. Family and friends please assemble at the funeral home at 10:45 a.m. Friday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com. |
s will be conducted 3 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Joseph Peters officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Roanoke Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 11525, Roanoke, Va. 24022. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. Online condolences at, Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Nathaniel H. Sawyer (Branchie/BigBird) July 30, 1933 - November 05, 2007 You are still missed. Love you much, The Family, Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. Thursday, November 5, 2009, in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, Va., 540-389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
Happy Birthday Deacon Quincy Scott Sr. Well done, Thy good and faithful servant. Josephine F. Scott and Family, Make a memorial contribution |
Robert B. Sharp, M.D., 78, of Sarasota, Fla., and formerly of Roanoke, Va., passed away on October 26, 2009. A private family memorial was held. Arrangements by The National Cremation & Burial Society., Make a memorial contribution |
SMITH, Shirley Lee, 53, departed this life November 1, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Ruth Smith. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Antonio and Antwoine Smith; two brothers, Hugh and Russell Smith (Princess); and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Viewing 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday (today) at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd., where services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 6. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com |
Evelyn C. Shrieves CHESAPEAKE - Evelyn Charnock Shrieves, 90, of the 1900 block of Robert Hall Blvd., went to be with the Lord Nov. 3, 2009, in Chesapeake. A native of Cherrystone, Va., she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Virginia Smith Charnock and the wife of the late Carlton D. Shrieves. She was a member of 316 Church. She is survived by three daughters, Andrea S. Phelps and her husband Guy of Chesapeake, Jena S. Stout and her husband David of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Martha S. Bonney and her husband Blaine of Virginia Beach; a son, the Rev. Carlton T. Shrieves and his wife Nina of Williamsburg; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-granddaughters. A funeral will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Graham Funeral Home, Greenbrier Chapel, with the Rev. Jim Wolfcale and the Rev. Dave Libengood officiating. Interment will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to 316 Church,, live at, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Salem, at 2 p.m. Friday. Arrangements by John M. Oakey and Son, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell, Va., with Johnny Elmore officiating. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery in Tazewell, Va. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, November 5, 2009, from 6 until 8:30 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
Happy Birthday Andy Smeland November 5, 1935 - February 6, 2007 I love you and miss you more as days go by. Your wife Rachel, Make a memorial contribution |
In Memory Of Mrs. Bernice B. Smith January 25, 1933 - November 5, 2006 It's been three years today since you left and went away, We continue to love and miss you everyday! Loving you always, Your Children, Family and Friends, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Parkway House of Prayer with Pastor Ronnie Palmer officiating. Interment will follow in the St.Clair Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Samaritan Inn, 543 Salem Ave., SW, Roanoke, Va. 24016. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
HAMPTON - Susan Anita Jackson, 46, our loving sister, departed this life on Friday, Oct. 30, 2009. |
She was a lifelong Peninsula resident and was a 1998 graduate of Menchville High School. She was a member of Lebanon Church of Christ and worked as a CPC Medical Coder at Sentara Williamsburg Urgent Care., She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Vivian and George Skaggs., She is survived by her son, Logan Radcliff of Williamsburg; her fiancE, Larry Radcliff of Williamsburg; her parents, Deanna and Mark McAllister of Newport News; her father, Randy Gregory of Arizona; her grandparents, James and Bettie Gregory of Arizona; her brother, Dylan Scott Gregory of Newport News and numerous other loving relatives., The family will receive friends on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Weymouth Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at noon at Weymouth Funeral Home by the Rev. Dennis Worsham. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lupus Foundation, Pembroke One, Suite 433, 281 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462., Arrangements by Weymouth Funeral Home, 12746 Nettles Drive, NN, VA 23606. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
GLENN, Theodore Branom, 84 years young, passed away peacefully in his home on November 3, 2009. "Ted" was born on April 10, 1925 in Russell County, Va. He made Ashland his home in 1963. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Gaye Herndon Glenn; a brother, Charlie Glenn of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn.; a son, David and his wife, Linda. "Pop" is also survived by two grandsons, Scott and his wife, Leslie, and Stacy Glenn; and two great-grandchildren, Hannah and Chase. A celebration of Ted's life will begin Thursday evening, November 5, 2009 at Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle, 11352 Heflin Ln., Ashland, from 6 to 8 p.m., and where services will be held Friday, November 6, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to your local food bank. |
Theodore Branom Glenn Theodore Branom Glenn, 84 years young, passed away peacefully in his home on Nov. 3, 2009. "Ted" was born on April 10, 1925, in Russell County, Va. He made Ashland his home in 1963. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Gaye Herndon Glenn; a brother, Charlie Glenn of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn.; and a son, David and wife Linda. "Pop" is also survived by two grandsons, Scott and wife Leslie and Stacy Glenn; and two great- grandchildren, Hannah and Chase. A celebration of Ted's life will begin Thursday evening, Nov. 5, at Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle, 11352 Heflin Lane, Ashland, from 6 - 8 p.m. and where services will be held Friday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to your local food bank. |
NORFOLK - Theresa Ann Williams passed away on Nov. 2, 2009. A graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at 2 p.m. Condolences may be shared with the family at |
Mr. Thomas J. Edmond, affectionately known as "Butte" of Courtland, Va., departed this life suddenly Monday, Nov. 2, 2009. He was born to the late Samuel Edmond Sr. and Louise Parker Edmond on March 10, 1936. Thomas was preceded in death by three sisters, Essie Fitzgerald, Lillian Lamb and Emily Kelly., Thomas was educated in the Sussex County Public Schools. He was a member of the Plank Road Baptist Church and chairman of the Trustee Board. Thomas was owner and operator of Edmond Trucking Company., Left to cherish his memories are: his wife of 52 years, Hazel Moore Edmond; four daughters, Maria Baines, Marguerite Johnson (Wayne), Kimberly Walton (Darryl), Kelley Conaway (Morris); one son, TyRon Edmond; two brothers, Samuel Edmond Jr. (Jeanette), and J. Lafayette Edmond Sr. (Ethel); four sisters, Dorothy Boyd, Louise Phillips, Katherine Edmond and Greer Mack; four sisters-in-law, Mary Leach, Lula Wilson, Lorine Owens and Gladys Baines; one brother-in-law, John Moore (Ellen); five grandsons, Torre' Winfield, Wayne Johnson II, Colin Johnson, Terrell Johnson and Treyon Conaway; two great- grandchildren, Aeysia and Wayne Johnson III; a host of nieces; nephews; cousins; and friends., A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Sussex Central High School, 21302 Sussex Drive, Sussex, with the Rev. Calvin Lewis, pastor of Plank Road Baptist Church, officiating. The interment will be in the Waverly Cemetery. Mr. Edmond may be viewed at William N. Bland Funeral Home, Petersburg, on Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The family will assemble at the Edmond Trucking Company, 13490 Jerusalem Plank Road, Waverly, at 10:30 a.m. The family may be contacted at 804-834-2122., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg., Please send online condolences to: |
Thomas Denton "Red" Norris GLADE SPRING, Va. Thomas Denton "Red" Norris, 77, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at Valley Health Care in Chilhowie. Red was born in Washington County, Va., on Jan. 6, 1932, to the late Jim Jack and Blanch Barbara Norris. He enjoyed riding and working with horses. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Violet Norris. Red is survived by his wife, Doris Norris; one son, Tim Norris, Glade Spring; two brothers J.C. Norris of Glade Spring and Gene Norris and his wife Lucille of Meadowview; three sisters, Daisy Hawthorne and her husband Jim, Renie Church and her husband Charlie and Pansy Smith, all of Glade Spring; two grandchildren, Caleb and Joshua Norris of Glade Spring; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Red will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, with Pastor Richard Gunn officiating. Burial will follow at the Old Glade Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, from 6-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 650 West 168th St., New York NY 10032. The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff and nurses at Valley Health Care and Hospice of Southwest Virginia. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, and signing the online guestbook. Farris Funeral Service, 427 East Main St., Abingdon, VA 276-623-2700, is serving the family of Thomas Denton "Red" Norris. |
Sandy Wilson Trull WINDSOR - Sandy Wilson Trull, 63, of Knoxville, Tenn., formerly of Windsor, entered into the presence of her Lord Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at Park West Hospital. Sandy was an active member of West Park Baptist Church where she truly enjoyed singing in the choir. She and Bob also headed up the Military Ministry at the church. Sandy is survived by her husband of 42 years, Bob Trull; three sons, John, David and Thomas; five grandchildren; brother, David Wilson of Chesapeake; sister, Annette Hoffman of Portsmouth; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Shirley Porter. Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 2600 Holbrook Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918. Click Funeral Home, Hardin Valley Chapel, 10415 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN 37932 is serving the Trull family., Make a memorial contribution |
Marilyn M. Tuccillo VIRGINIA BEACH - Marilyn M. Tuccillo, 63, passed away Nov. 3, 2009. A native of New York City, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Rosemary Blount. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Ralph Tuccillo; two daughters, Dawn Tuccillo and Denise Hill and husband Gary, all of Virginia Beach; her son, Philip Tuccillo and wife Colleen of Glendive, Mont.; and three grandchildren, Jeremy Reese of Virginia Beach and Haley Tuccillo and Riley Tuccillo, both of Glendive. She was a loving, devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She left a lasting impression on everyone she came into contact with. She warmed you with her smile and she loved to cook for everyone. She was not only a loving mother, she was her daughters' best friends, and her son was the apple of her eye. She was always a giving and caring "Nanny" to her three grandchildren who meant the world to her. A memorial Mass will be conducted Saturday at noon in Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1396 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Tim M. Kuhneman officiating. Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
WOODARD, Una H. A memorial service for Una Woodard, who passed away Sunday, October 4, 2009, will be held Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1 p.m., at Bethany Christian Church, 5400 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23225. Reception to follow in the fellowship hall. |
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Joyce Gail Marshall Wynn Joyce Gail Marshall Wynn departed this life Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was preceded in death by her father, Willie E. Marshall Sr., her mother, Corrine L. Smith Marshall, and her brother, Willie E. Marshall Jr. She is survived by her husband, Richard A. Wynn; two devoted daughters, Amy Wynn Davis (Delontay) and Sheri Wynn Notaro (Paul); six grandchildren; one loving sister, Ernestine Marshall Morse; and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Community Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl B. Hutcherson Jr. officiating. The family is receiving friends at 6929 Village Highway, Lynchburg, and 156 Brandywine Drive, Madison Heights. The cortege will assemble at the funeral home. Condolences may be e-mailed to comfuneral @aol.com. Community Funeral Home directing. |
11 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009, Alleghany Memorial Park. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Carol Walker Vandegrift, 86, of Forest, Va., died on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, Va., 434-237-9424., Make a memorial contribution |
LUCK, Virginia Chandler "Jenny," 78, of Sandston, Va., died on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Bennett Luck Sr.; grandson, Cameron James Luck; and four brothers, Tom, Bill, Frank, and Bob Chandler. Jenny was born in Richmond, Va., on May 18, 1931, the daughter of the late Thomas E. Chandler and Rosa C. Mimms. She is survived by two sons, T. Ben Luck Jr. (Virginia), and Michael E. Luck (Tawnya); two sisters, Josephine Jordan and Evelyn Newman; four grandchildren, Tom (Bre), Andy (Krissy), Tanner, and Michael E.; numerous nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, and friends. Jenny was a lifelong member of St. John's Catholic Church, and a member of American Legion Post 144. She was very active in her church and community. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009, at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, at St. John's Catholic Church, 811 W. Nine Mile Rd., Highland Springs. Interment will follow in Washington Memorial Park, Sandston. |
Mrs. Virginia E. Robinson, 93, of 20119 Courthouse Road, Dinwiddie, died Tuesday night Nov. 3, 2009, at the Southside Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney. 804-478-4411. |
will be held at The Ninth Street Church of the Brethren 11 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009, with Pastor Patrick Starkey and Pastor Stafford Frederick officiating. The family will receive friends at the church at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Association, 2728 Colonial Ave. SW Suite 2, Roanoke, Va. 24015 or to Camp Bethel, Fincastle, Va. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. James Driscoll officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Burial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 6, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
She is survived by her daughter, Scherrie James Harris (Terrell); two grandchildren, Isaiah and Shawn Harris; mother, Eleanor Pittman (James); one sister, Thelma L. Knight; one brother, James Knight Jr. She leaves three aunts, two uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of relatives and friends and a special friend, Dwayne Jones., She was preceded in death by one brother, Carter E. Knight; aunt, Deloise Thompson; and grandmother, Pearl Lassiter., A funeral service will be held at noon, Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at Tabernacle Christian Church officiated by Dr. Carlton Upton. The family will assemble at Crocker Funeral Home at 11 a.m. for procession to church. Interment will be in Carver Memorial Cemetery. Crocker Funeral Home, Inc., Suffolk is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at |
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TUCKER, Warner G. Sr., born on October 20, 1924, passed away October 31, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Effie Tucker; son, Clarence Tucker; two grandsons, Troy Tucker and Tyre Willison; brother, Thomas Tucker. He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Pattie Tucker; five children, Gerri Perkins (Robert) of Rawlings, Va., Earline Pitchford (Carl), Dorothy Epperson (Arthur) of Fall Church, Va., Warner Tucker Jr. (Ersel) of Baltimore, Md., James Tucker (Sheila); 23 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Bishop James (Louise), and Fred Tucker (Connie), both of Emporia, Va.; three sisters, Mary Jane Sykes of Seaboard, N.C., Nelie May Taylor, and Eloise Jarrett of Emporia, Va.; daughter-in-law, Ann Tucker; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where family will receive friends Thursday (tonight) from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at New Covanent Apostolic Church, 2129 Ford Ave., on Friday. Interment at Maury Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service. |
John Simmerman Watts Jr., 84, formerly of Ivanhoe, Va., died on Monday, November 2, 2009. Arrangements by Grubb Funeral Home, Wytheville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with the Rev. Jim Walker officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Burial Park in Radford. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Flowers will be appreciated or contributions may be made to the , P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058-5216. The Webb family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Va., 540-639-2456., Make a memorial contribution |
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will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009, in the Ferrell Family Cemetery with Donnie Wheeler officiating. The family will receive friends at Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows on Thursday, November 5, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. The family requests that those sending memorial contributions, please consider East Chapel Community Church, c/o Florene Ferrell, 1125 Old Wolf Creek Road, Narrows, Va. 24124. Online condolence messages to the family can be sent to, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2009, in the Simpson Funeral Home Chapel, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
He is predeceased by a brother, Clarence Ervin Wilson., Mr. Wilson was one of seven children and the beloved husband of Roberta B. Wilson for more than 42 years., He will forever be remembered by his beloved children, Michelle (Travis) Mabrey and Keisha (Alger) Nichols; treasured grandchildren, Jasmine Mabrey, Janelle Mabrey and Kiersten Nichols; devoted brothers, Elbert (Willie Mae) Wilson of Los Angeles, Nathaniel (Eloise) Wilson of Southside, Tenn., Raymond (Mahnaz) Wilson of Memphis; loving sisters, Shirley (George) Shipp of Munford, Tenn., and Barbara Waller of Gurnee, Ill.; three sisters-in-law, Bernice (James) Elam Sr. of Zuni, Va., Irene B. Littlejohn of Suffolk and Lurline Wilson of Memphis, Tenn; brothers-in-law, George Eley Sr. of Zuni and William Rountree of Suffolk; two godchildren, Josiah Allen of Suffolk and Dameron (Cle) Jones of Gaithersburg, Md.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends., He dedicated his life to educating and assisting others. Some of his accomplishments include forming a local Chapter of JETS (Junior Engineering Technical Society) at Suffolk High School in 1982; getting Suffolk High School involved with CHROME (Cooperating Hampton Roads Organization for Minorities in Engineering, Inc.) in 1983; finding employment at various engineering companies for CHROME students; being selected as the CHROME Sponsor of the Year; being nominated by CHROME for the National Teacher Award for Community Service; being selected as Suffolk Teacher of the Year in 1993; being selected as Lakeland High School Teacher of the Year from 1999-2000; and teaching in the Suffolk Public School System from 1969 to 1973 and from 1975 until retirement in 2003. He was employed in Isle of Wight School System prior to employment with Suffolk City Schools., The family extends special thanks to Sentara Home Care, Lakeview Pulmonary Department and the Intensive Care Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital for the faithful and loving care., In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Wilburn Wilson Scholarship Fund and sent to 19217 Sherwood Green Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 or to Shiloh Baptist Church/Wilburn Wilson, Jr. Scholarship Fund., A homegoing celebration will be Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Shiloh Baptist Church, 9000 Fire Tower Road, Windsor, Va., at 1 p.m. Interment will be in the church cemetery. |
Born on Nov. 21, 1944, in Worcester, Mass., he graduated from North High School, earned an Associates degree from Quinsigamond Community College and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Worcester State College both located in Worcester. He worked as a first-class lineman for New England Power Service Company before retiring to Williamsburg in 1991.He served six years in the Massachusetts Army National Guard and was honorably discharged with a rank of PFC E-3., While living in Massachusetts, Bill was an active volunteer at the Old Sturbridge Village Research Library where he assisted with the conservation of rare books and manuscripts., Mr. MacQueston and his wife were an early service usher team at St. Stephen Lutheran Church., An avid golfer, Bill was a member of the Tuesday morning Amoco group at Deer Run. Bill was recognized by the Virginia Golf Association as a hole-in-one recipient several years ago – an award that brought him much joy. He belonged to the Williamsburg James City County Recreation Center and enjoyed his many friends during workouts. Bill had a passion for classic cars and music from the 1950's. He loved cruising to Bermuda and throughout the Caribbean with his wife. Bill was a deeply devoted husband and caring friend., Mr. MacQueston was preceded in death by his parents, Harold J. MacQueston Sr. and Alice (Farrell) MacQueston; and his brothers, Kenneth and Harold J. MacQueston Jr., Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife and best friend of 36 years, Janis C. (Lindblad) MacQueston; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Mildred A. Lindblad, of Worcester, Mass.; two sisters, Ellen, wife of Gary Adams of Shrewsbury, Mass., Judith MacQueston of Worcester; nieces, Brittany MacQueston of Barre, Mass., and Callie MacQueston, of Vinalhaven, Maine; Kris A. Drury, of Westminster, Mass.; Kim P. Hanlon, of Worcester and Becky Hardin, of Caldwell, Idaho; four great-nieces and four great-nephews. He also leaves his sister in-law, Carole L. MacQueston, of Vinalhaven; sister and brother-in law, Dianne and Richard Drury of Westminster, cousins and a host of wonderful friends., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 5, at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 612 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, Va. Interment will be at Cedar Grove Cemetery. A special celebration of Bill's life will be held for Bill's Worcester family and friends in Worcester, Mass., at a later date., Memorial donations may be made in Bill's memory to St. Stephen Lutheran Church., Online condolences may be made at |
NEWPORT NEWS - William "Billy" Wiatt, 60, won't be at Pop's today. Billy died Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer., Billy is survived by his wife of 39 years, Sheryl Wiatt; his son, Robert "Bobby" Wiatt of Newport News; his daughters, Dana Sperlein of Deltaville and Christy Wiatt of Portland, Ore.; his brothers, Jimmy Wiatt and his wife, Ginny of Burlington, Ontario, and Danny Wiatt of Kansas City, Mo.; and one grandchild., A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Weymouth Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Hope Community Fellowship Church, c/o David Markowski, 103 Kincaid Lane, Hampton, VA 23666. |
will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery Saturday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m. Condolences may be shared with the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
PURVIS, Willie J., of Church Hill, entered eternal life, November 3, 2009. Professional services of comfort entrusted to: |
Wilburn Wilson Jr. SUFFOLK - Mr. Wilburn Wilson Jr., a resident of Suffolk, departed this life Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 at Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk. Mr. Wilson was born May 26, 1941 in Memphis, Tenn., to the late Wilburn and Pearl Wilson. He was predeceased by a brother, Clarence Ervin Wilson. Mr. Wilson was one of seven children and the beloved husband of Roberta B. Wilson for more than 42 years. He will forever be remembered by his beloved children, Michelle (Travis) Mabrey and Keisha (Alger) Nichols; treasured grandchildren, Jasmine Mabrey, Janelle Mabrey and Kiersten Nichols; devoted brothers, Elbert (Willie Mae) Wilson of Los Angeles, Nathaniel (Eloise) Wilson of Southside, Tenn., Raymond (Mahnaz) Wilson of Memphis; loving sisters, Shirley (George) Shipp of Munford, Tenn., and Barbara Waller of Gurnee, Ill.; three sisters-in-law, Bernice (James) Elam Sr. of Zuni, Va., Irene B. Littlejohn of Suffolk and Lurline Wilson of Memphis; brothers-in-law, George Eley Sr. of Zuni and William Rountree of Suffolk; two godchildren, Josiah Allen of Suffolk and Dameron (Cle) Jones of Gaithersburg, Md.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He dedicated his life to educating and assisting others. Some of his accomplishments include forming a local Chapter of JETS (Junior Engineering Technical Society) at Suffolk High School in 1982; getting Suffolk High School involved with CHROME (Cooperating Hampton Roads Organization for Minorities in Engineering Inc.) in 1983; finding employment at various engineering companies for CHROME students; selected as the CHROME Sponsor of the Year; nominated by CHROME for the National Teacher Award for Community Service; selected as Suffolk Teacher of the Year in 1993; selected as Lakeland High School Teacher of the Year from 1999-2000; and taught in the Suffolk Public School System from 1969 to 1973 and from 1975 until retirement in 2003. He was employed in Isle of Wight School System prior to employment with Suffolk City Schools. Community activities include: being a member of East Suffolk Gardens Civic League, tutoring high school and college students, assisting the elderly and disabled, and supervising youth cleaning and restoring damage of the Great Dismal Swamp. In addition, Mr. Wilson contributed financially to his community. He made numerous monetary donations to the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, the American Cancer Society, Disabled American Veterans, St. Jude Children's Hospital, the Heart Fund, the Cancer Research Center, Knoxville College Fund, Virginia State University Alumni, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Suffolk Retired Teachers, Children's Hospital, the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and the American Lung Association. Mr. Wilson was a faithful and dedicated member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Windsor, Va., where he served as chairman of the Deacon Board. In addition, he taught Sunday school and was a member of the Finance Committee and the Board of Trustees. The family extends special thanks to Sentara Home Care, Lakeview Pulmonary Department and the Intensive Care Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital for the faithful and loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Wilburn Wilson Scholarship Fund and sent to 19217 Sherwood Green Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 or to Shiloh Baptist Church/Wilburn Wilson Jr. Scholarship Fund. A homegoing celebration will be Saturday, Nov. 7, at Shiloh Baptist Church, 9000 Fire Tower Road, Windsor at 1 p.m. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Crocker Funeral Home Inc., Suffolk, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Delores M. Wright, 64, of Bedford, Va., died on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-9167., Make a memorial contribution |
Lewis B. Wright, 80, of Clifton Forge, Va., died on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home, Covington, Va., 540-962-2201., Make a memorial contribution |
JOHNSON, Yesheba, 21, of Richmond, entered eternal life November 2, 2009. Professional services of comfort entrusted to: |
Beulah Blankenship Zimmerman, 88, of Bedford, Va., died on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
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