In Loving Memory of Vicky Lynn Alls AGEE 11/13/1959 ~ 6/26/1999, We cannot send a birthday card,, Or even hold your hand,, But one look up to Heaven,, And we know you'll understand., Today is your 50th Birthday, It's up to God above,, To give you all our love., Enjoy your special day with Mom and Dad., You are always in our hearts, Brother and Wife,, Ricky and Donna Alls, Niece and Family,, Jessica, Joey, Autumn, and Jessee Rae, Make a memorial contribution |
Agnes Kirby Houchens, 88, of Charlottesville, died Tuesday, November 10, 2009, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital., She was born January 27, 1921, in Fluvanna County, to the late Micajah W. Kirby and Lula F. Kirby., Agnes was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Rea G. Houchens; and four brothers., Mrs. Houchens was the first President of the Doe Club of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks No. 389; a 51 year member and Past Matron of Queen Esther Chapter No. 14, Order of the Eastern Star; a 50 year Member and Past Worthy High Priestess of Old Dominion Shrine #2, White Shrine of Jerusalem, and Past Royal Matron of the Blue Ridge Court No. 8, Order of the Amaranth., She is survived by a daughter, Linda H. Curcio and her husband, Joseph, of Bedford; a son, Rea Kent Houchens and his wife, Gertrude, of Greenwood; grandsons, Larry Houchens and his wife, Charlotte, Kevin Houchens and his wife, Joyce, Ron Marshall and his wife, Debbie, Don Marshall and his wife, Cindy, and Tony Marshall and his wife, Becky; great- grandchildren, Kirby Houchens, Jordon Rea Houchens, Sam Marshall, Christina Marshall, Heather Marshall, Jon Marshall, Hannah Marshall, Rusty Pranger, Jeanette Deering, Ashley Marshall and Sara Marshall; great-great-grandchildren, Aiden Marshall, Chloe Hanzon and Trevor Deering; and a very special friend, Charlotte Bailey., Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009, at the Teague Chapel with Pastor Patrick Mellott officiating. Interment will follow at Monticello Memory Gardens., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2009, at the Teague Funeral Home., Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911, or the Amaranth Diabetes Foundation, Grand Court of the Virginia, 103 Stratford Drive, Colonial Heights, VA 23834-1919., A special thank you to Dr. Evans and all those who cared for Agnes at the Laurels, and the staff of Martha Jefferson Hospital's Intensive Care Unit and the 7th floor. |
WEST POINT - Homegoing services for Mr. Albert Chapman, who departed this life on Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, at Memorial Regional Medical Center, Mechanicsville, Va., will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at The Trinity Baptist Church, West Point, Va., with the pastor, the Rev. John Gresham officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The viewing will be held from noon to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at White-Tidewater Funeral Home, Jamaica, Va., and also from 6 to 8 p.m., at Trinity Baptist Church. |
SMITHFIELD - Alice C. Williams, 74, the widow of Hurley Williams II, passed away Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, in Riverside Regional Medical center., A funeral service will be held at noon Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at the chapel. Interment will be held in the SouthView Memorial Cemetery, Franklin. |
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Nov 13, 2009 The funeral for Alma Grogan Dalton, 77, of Madison, N.C., who died Nov. 10, 2009, was held Thursday at Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home in Martinsville with Dr. James Crews officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Pallbearers were Herman Grogan, Jan Grogan, Tommie Fulcher, Charles Grogan, Michael Rigsbee and Matthew Rigsbee. |
SUFFOLK - Alma Pearl Richardson Kinsey, 82, of Suffolk, Va., passed away on Nov. 10, 2009., A native of Smithfield, Va., she was the daughter of the late Vernon S. Richardson and Alma Pearl Stevens. She was also preceded in death by her husband Edward 'Eddie' John Kinsey Sr.; and her son, David Arthur Kinsey., Pearl retired after a career as a Legal Secretary for the Suffolk Commonwealth Attorney's office. She was a lifelong member of Suffolk Christian Church., She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Edward John Kinsey Jr. (Ginnie) of Suffolk, and Dr. Robert Henry Kinsey IV (Deanne) of Danville, Pa.; and six grandchildren; and her brother and sister-in-law, George S. Richardson (Mae) of Pittsburgh, Pa., A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Parr Funeral Home and Crematory, 3515 Robs Drive, Suffolk, with the Rev. Michael D. Halley officiating. Burial will follow at Holly Lawn Cemetery. Friends may join the family on Thursday evening from 7 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home for visitation and other times at John and Ginnie Kinsey's residence., Memorial donations may be made to Suffolk Christian Church, 216 North Main Street, Suffolk, VA 23434., Condolences can be registered online at |
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Amber Elizabeth "Tudie" Thomsen Amber Elizabeth "Tudie" Thomsen, 15, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at Niswonger Children's Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on Thursday, June 16, 1994, in Abingdon, Va. Amber was a lifelong resident of Bristol. She was a student at Tennessee High School and attended Euclid Avenue Baptist Church. She was active in Awana Clubs, Euclid Avenue Youth Group and AANR East Youth Group. She enjoyed playing with her pets, basketball, and floating in a special creek but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her little sister and family. She also enjoyed artwork and she loved to play Wii. She is survived by her parents, Tim and Laura Thomsen; sisters, Brooke Thomsen and Christina Hampton and husband Justin; niece, Bentley Hampton; nephews, Parker and Preston Hampton; special cousin, Charlene Harman and husband Danny; and several aunts and uncles. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2:45 Saturday afternoon, Nov. 14, 2009, at Euclid Avenue Baptist Church. The funeral service will follow at 3 o'clock with Dr. Bob Jones officiating. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Chordoma Foundation,, . The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Derrik Bruce, Dr. Lisa McGregor, Dr. David Kalwinsky, Dr. Kathy Klopfenstein, and Dr. Marcella Popescu of St. Jude; Dr. Norbert Liebsch, Dr. Charles Reidel, Dr. Greg Gagnan, and Dr. Robert Keating; nurses at the St. Jude Clinic in Johnson City and of the second floor at Niswonger Children's Hospital; the nurses at National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington, D.C.; the staff at Ronald McDonald House in Washington D.C., and Memphis, Tenn.; Mr. Kind, and teachers at Vance Middle School and Anderson Elementary School; Euclid Avenue Church and Youth Group; AANR East Youth Leadership Camps; Simone and Josh Sommer; and The Chordoma Foundation Condolences and memories can be shared with the family and viewed by visiting |
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4 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2009, Richfield Community Center, Knollwood Apartments. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
, concentrated primarily at the Virginia Tech Research Station Trial Garden. She was also an avid home gardener who practiced organic gardening for more than 40 years. She was a longtime member and past president of the Lake Smith Terrace Garden Club. Vivian's other interests included stitchery, specializing in samplers, for which she received numerous awards. She served as treasurer of the Tidewater Sampler Guild for many years and also worked as a volunteer at the Sentara Bayside Hospital gift shop. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and delighted in nature, watching new plants grow, gazing out on the lake behind her home, walking woodland trails, and feeding wildlife. Vivian is survived by her husband of 63 years, Raymond W. Ashbacher; two daughters, M. Beth Curtis and her husband Robert of Lemont, Ill., and Lynn A. Teufel and her husband Robert of Virginia Beach; three grandchildren, Rebecca B. Gomez, Kristen L. Teufel and Adam R. Teufel; and a brother, Carrol G. Polodna of Prairie du Chien, Wis. A viewing will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, 1457 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23455 on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in honor of Vivian to the Virginia Beach Master Gardeners Association (VBMGA), c/o Eileen Walsh, treasurer, 3612 Manchester Lane, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Condolences may be offered to the family at www. hollomon-, Make a memorial contribution |
WILLIAMS, Audrey Marshall Johnston, 82, died November 10, 2009. She was the widow of Robert K. Williams. Born on May 2, 1927, daughter of the late A. P. and Bessie Pennington Johnston, she was a homemaker and a faithful member of Guinea Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her son, Doug Williams and wife, Doris, of Charlotte Court House; granddaughter, Bethany Chambers and husband, Chet; great-grandson, Luke Chambers; brothers, Rev. John W. Johnston, Lester Johnston, Andrew Johnston, Rudy Johnston and Jim Newton; sisters, Lucille Stanley, Mary Pennington, Bessie Hannan and Catherine Wilck; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 14, at Guinea Presbyterian Church in Cumberland County. Burial will follow in Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Farmville. Memorials may be made to Guinea Presbyterian Church, Memorial Fund, c/o Theresa Stewart, 66 Angola Road, Farmville, Va. 23901. Shorter Funeral Home of Farmville is serving the family. www.shorterfuneralhome.com |
Walter Becker CHESAPEAKE - Walter H. Becker, 93, passed away Nov. 10, 2009, in Deep Creek Manor. A native of Niagara Falls, N.Y., he was the son of the late Louis and Elma Becker. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Marion Eleanor Becker. He was a Coast Guard officer, and following retirement, founded his own real estate company. He was a 50-year member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Portsmouth and belonged to a number of fraternal organizations including the Deep Creek Ruritan Club. A World War II veteran, he was a lifelong outdoorsman and was truly a friend to many. His compassionate nature extended to his business relations. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra L. Becker of Chesapeake; his son, Wayne and daughter-in-law Jeannie of Moorestown, N.J.; six grandchildren, Matthew of Detroit, Aaron of Hanoi, Vietnam, Cheryl of North Carolina, Tanya of Seattle, Anna of Arlington and Andrew of New Jersey; three great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Layla and Thea; and a sister, Verna. He was predeceased by two brothers and a sister. A funeral will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1901 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth with the Rev. Thomas Becker officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Highway Chapel, today from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
. He loved spending time with his "weekly bowling buddies," singing and patting his foot to old time bluegrass and southern gospel music, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. His boisterous laugh and always smiling face will be missed by many. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Southwest Virginia Second Harvest Food Bank, 1025 Electric Road, Salem, Va. 24153. A "Going Home Celebration" will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Poages Mill Church of the Brethren with the Rev. E.B. Shoemaker officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 13, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Millie Jane Taylor Belcher, 96, of Union Hall, Va., died November 9, 2009. Funeral 1 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009, Pigg River Community Center. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
GREEN, Bessie L., 67, departed this life on November 10, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Annie B. and Willie Pressley Sr. She is survived by one devoted sister, Addie Pressley; three devoted brothers, Willie Jr., Earl, and Raymond Pressley; host of nieces; one devoted nephew, Leroy Pressley; three devoted nieces, Judith Jones, Ernestine Calvin, and Deanna Mayo; and a host of relatives and friends; among them, devoted Bernice Wallace, and Jean and Garland Walker. Viewing, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday (today) and funeral services, 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Wilson & Associates, 5008 Nine Mile Rd. www.wilsonafs.com |
NASHVILLE, TENN. - Billy Lee Butler Sr., 76, passed away on Oct. 31, 2009., He was preceded in death by his parents, Emily and Archibald Butler., Survivors include three sons, Bill Butler Jr. of Midlothian, Michael Butler of Mobile, Ala., and Jerry Butler of Nashville; three grandchildren, Jeffrey Butler, Lisa Leatherwood and Katie Spence; three great-grandchildren, Logan Leatherwood, Georgia and Josephine Spence; and several nieces and nephews., Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Peninsula Funeral Home with the Rev. Clarence Hilling officiating. The family will receive friends afterwards until 8:30 p.m. |
Howard C. Board Sr., 77, of Vinton, Va., passed away Thursday, November 12, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
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Boyd David Millsap ABINGDON, Va. Boyd David Millsap, age 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Nov. 12, 2009, surrounded by his loving and caring family at his home, after a valiant battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Born July 8, 1927, in Washington County, Va., he was the son of the late Lushion N. Donally Millsap and Mamie Alice Allen Lethcoe. Boyd was eighth of eleven children. Boyd attended Bethel High School and entered military service in the U.S. Army. He served his tour of duty in Germany and France from August 1945 to May 1947. After returning from service to his country, he attended Washington County Trade School. Boyd began his career with Piggly Wiggly in Abingdon and some three years later began working for Sperry Farragut in Bristol as a machinist. After working three years for Sperry Farragut, he went to work for Raytheon Manufacturing in Bristol as a machinist. During his time with Raytheon, Boyd assisted with manufacturing missile parts for the Aero Space program which launched the first monkey into outer space. Boyd returned to Sperry in 1957 which years later became Univac. Boyd retired in 1986 from Univac after 33 years of service. Boyd met and fell in love with Audrey Jeanette Phelps and they were married in April 1954. Boyd and Jeanette have two children, David and Diane. Boyd enjoyed his career as a machinist, but he always had a passion for farming. Growing up on a farm in Washington County, he purchased a farm in 1967 which gave him peace and many years of enjoyment and pride. Boyd was preceded in death by his parents, and all his brothers and sisters except for one brother, Bruce G. Millsap of Abingdon. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Audrey Jeanette Millsap; one son, David and his wife Mary and granddaughter, Traci Michelle who became the inspiration of his life; his care giving and loving daughter, Diane Thomas and husband Ike, all of Abingdon. He is also survived by a brother-in-law, Edsel Phelps; and sisters-in-law, Nora Millsap and Delephine Sternaman; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Pat Jennings and Tim Pickle; and fury friend, Jack. Boyd was a member of the Harry Denton Sunday School Class of the Abingdon Baptist Church where he spent many years as a Sunday school greeter. He was a member of the VFW Patton Crosswhite Post 6975 and a member of the Abingdon Masonic Lodge o. 48 A.F. & A.M. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 2 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the Abingdon Baptist Church, with Dr. Steven Pollard and Minister Bill Haywood officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Masonic Garden in Abingdon. Active pallbearers are Freddie Dye, Tim Pickle, Cecil Tabor, John Thomas, Jason Thomas and Willard Doss. Honorary pallbearers are Charles Grogan, Harold Mullins, A.J. Miller, Bo Henderson, Jim Jones, Bill Simcox, J F Cook, Danny Childress and the remaining members of the Harry Denton Sunday School Class, Abingdon Baptist Church. Military honors will be conducted at the graveside service. The family will receive friends on Friday, Nov. 13, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the Abingdon Baptist Church. A Masonic Service will be conducted at 8:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary. The family would like to express a special thanks to Susie Doss, Nancy Farron, Brenda Mumpower, Bobbie Thomas, John Thomas, Jennifer Taylor, NP., Highlands Internal Medicine and Hospice of Southwest Virginia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in celebration of Boyd's life may be made to the Abingdon Baptist Church, 361 West Main St., Abingdon, VA 24211; or to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20004. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at, Frost Funeral Home LLC 250 East Main St., Abingdon, VA 24211 is serving the family of Mr. Millsap. |
MONROE, N.C. - Carlton Bruce Young Sr., 93, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, at his home in Monroe. |
LOVELL, Carolyn C., 81, of Gloucester, Va., went to be with the Lord and join her husband, Herbert Lovell, on Tuesday, November 10, 2009. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Mary and Robert Grandi of Suffolk, Dexter and Michelle Lovell of Gloucester; a sister, Lucille Martin of Tennessee; and a grandson, Joshua Lovell; and the extended family of Pat Minarik, and many friends. A memorial service will be held Friday, 7 p.m., at Vincent Funeral Home, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. Condolences may be registered at www.vincentfh.com |
She is survived by her children and their spouses, Mary and Robert Grandi of Suffolk, Dexter and Michelle Lovell of Gloucester; a sister, Lucille Martin of Tennessee; and a grandson, Joshua Lovell; and the extended family of Pat Minarik; and many friends., A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, at Vincent Funeral Home, 417 11th Street, West Point, VA., Condolences may be registered at |
BARTLETT, Charles Edward "Charlie," 65, of Chesterfield, died on Thursday, November 12, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Loving Bartlett. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Scherryl Redmond Bartlett; daughters, Darlene Taylor, and Charlene Fisher and husband, Patrick; four grandchildren, Christopher Taylor and his wife, Michelle, Kristen Ashley Taylor, Zachary Fisher, and Emilie Fisher; one great-grandson, Wyatt Taylor; two sisters and their husbands, Doey and Carl Lee White, and Pat and Jim Rollins; nephews, Lee White and John Rollins; a devoted aunt, Bertie Sheehan; loving companions, Ginny and Lily; and a host of friends. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, at Bliley's- Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday. Entombment Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Ampthill Presbyterian Church, 2800 Falling Creek Ave., Richmond, Va. 23234. |
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BARRETT, Cladyne Cottrell, age 88, of Kents Store, Va., passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2009. She was born in Colorado City, Texas and was the daughter of the late Clay Rex Cottrell and Opal Robertson Cottrell. She was also preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Barrett Sr. MSGT USAF (Ret.) of Williamsburg; three brothers, Billy Rex Cottrell CWO-4 USN (Ret.) of Kents Store, Monte B. Cottrell GM 2/C USN (Ret.) of El Cajon, Calif., Donald H. Cottrell of Midland, Texas; three sisters, Ruth M. Cottrell of Iowa Park Texas, Hazel C. Geissler of Kents Store and Marianne C. Epps of Richmond; one granddaughter, Meredith A. McLeod of Winston-Salem N.C.; son-in-law, Harold K. Richardson of Kents Store. Cladyne and her husband J.C., who served 21 years in the U.S. Air Force, were stationed at many bases across the United States. During WWII, she worked at Lockheed Aircraft in California and during the Korean War, while J.C. was in Japan, she worked as the bookkeeper at Sears in Charlottesville. While stationed in Wichita Falls, Texas, she and J.C. taught Bridge and ran the Duplicate Bridge Club. She loved her family, cooking, gardening, reading and Bridge, in that order. When her health declined, she played computer Bridge with others from all around the world, maintaining the highest level possible. Cladyne is survived by three daughters, Bobette B. Richardson of Kents Store, Monte B. "Betsy" Travis (Ted) of Gum Spring, Kay B. McLeod (Conrad) of Weaverville, N.C.; three sons, Barry D. Barrett Sr. Airman USAF (Ret.) of Goochland Court House, Clay Anthony Barrett (Brenda) of Louisa, Steven H. Barrett (Brenda) of Kents Store; two sisters, Carol C. Childress of Kents Store, Patricia C. Williams (Thomas T.) of Richmond; three brothers, David F. Cottrell MSG E-8 USA (Ret.) (Terry) of Richmond, Jerry L. Cottrell Airman USAF (Ret.) (Linda) of Englewood, Tenn., and Michael V. Cottrell Sr Airman USAF (Ret.) (Celeste) of Kents Store; 14 grandchildren, K. Shawn Haney (Katherine) of Burkeville, Lisa C. Haney of Palmyra, James Barrett McLeod Airman USAF (Ret.) of Winston-Salem N.C., Barry D. Barrett Jr., Jessica M. Barrett and Robert Kent Barrett, all of Richmond, John Lindsey Barrett USMC Okinawa Japan, John Clay Barrett (Deborah) of Palmyra, Lee Ann Reynolds (Chad) of Bumpass, Spencer L. Barrett of Partlow, Elijah J. Barrett and Rebekah E. Barrett of Louisa, Gary Wayne Gibson (Casey) of Trevilians and Brandy Gibson of Zion Crossroads. Also surviving are 17 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Special gratitude for the extended devotion and care by family, friends, Home Health Care, and staff of Martha Jefferson Hospital during this difficult time. Sheridan Funeral Home, Kents Store, Va., is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends at the Sheridan Funeral Home, Kents Store, Va. on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals On Wheels, 105 Crofton Place, Palmyra, Va. 22963. |
Cladyne Cottrell Barrett, 88, of Kents Store, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2009., She was born in Colorado City, Texas, the daughter of the late Clay Rex Cottrell and Opal Robertson Cottrell. She was also preceded in death by her husband, J. C. Barrett Sr. Master Sergeant United States Air Force Retired, of Williamsburg; three brothers, Billy Rex Cottrell CWO-4 United States Navy Retired of Kents Store, Monte B. Cottrell GM 2/C United States Navy Retired of El Cajon, California, Donald H. Cottrell of Midland, Texas; three sisters, Ruth M. Cottrell of Iowa Park, Texas, Hazel C. Geissler of Kents Store and Marianne C. Epps of Richmond; one granddaughter, Meredith A. McLeod of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; and a son-in-law, Harold K. Richardson of Kents Store., Cladyne and her husband, J.C., who served 21 years in the United States Air Force, were stationed at many bases across the United States. During World War II, she worked at Lockheed Aircraft in California and during the Korean War, while J.C. was in Japan, she worked as the bookkeeper at Sears in Charlottesville. While stationed in Wichita Falls, Texas, she and J.C. taught bridge and ran the Duplicate Bridge Club. She loved her family, cooking, gardening, reading and bridge, in that order. When her health declined she played computer bridge with others from all around the world, maintaining the highest level possible., Cladyne is survived by three daughters, Bobette B. Richardson of Kents Store, Monte B. "Betsy" Travis and her husband, Ted, of Gum Spring, Kay B. McLeod and her husband, Conrad, of Weaverville, North Carolina; three sons, Barry D. Barrett, Senior Airman United States Air Force Retired of Goochland, Clay Anthony Barrett and his wife, Brenda, of Louisa, Steven H. Barrett and his wife, Brenda, of Kents Store; two sisters, Carol C. Childress of Kents Store, Patricia C. Williams and her husband, Thomas T., of Richmond; three brothers, David F. Cottrell MSG E-8 United States Army Retired and his wife, Terry, of Richmond, Jerry L. Cottrell Airman United States Air Force Retired and his wife, Linda, of Englewood, Tennessee, and Michael V. Cottrell Senior Airman United States Air Force Retired and his wife, Celeste, of Kents Store; 14 grandchildren, K. Shawn Haney and his wife, Katherine, of Burkeville, Lisa C. Haney of Palmyra, James Barrett McLeod Airman United States Air Force Retired of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Barry D. Barrett Jr., Jessica M. Barrett and Robert Kent Barrett, all of Richmond, John Lindsey Barrett United States Marine Corp, Okinawa Japan, John Clay Barrett and his wife, Deborah, of Palmyra, Lee Ann Reynolds and her husband, Chad, of Bumpass, Spencer L. Barrett of Partlow, Elijah J. Barrett and Rebekah E. Barrett of Louisa, Gary Wayne Gibson and his wife, Casey, of Trevilians, and Brandy Gibson of Zion Crossroads. Also surviving are 17 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family., Special gratitude for the extended devotion and care by family, friends, Home Health Care, and staff of Martha Jefferson Hospital during this difficult time., Sheridan Funeral Home Kents Store, Virginia, is in charge of arrangements., The family will receive friends at the Sheridan Funeral Home in Kents Store from 2 until 3:30 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Meals On Wheels, 105 Crofton Place, Palmyra, VA 22963. |
BANKS, Clara C., widow of Wardell E. Banks Sr., passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2009. Arrangements will be announced later. Services of comfort by the J.K. Redmond Funeral Home. |
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JACKSON, Clarence "Clint" Bernard III, was taken away from us suddenly on November 7, 2009. Clint was born July 12, 1984. He leaves behind a loving mother, Brenda Garrett; sister, Ms. Meghann Webb; a niece, Payton Webb; and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Martha Jackson. He also leaves behind his fiancee, Ms. Nicole Barton; a whole host of cousins, and a great multitude of friends. There will be a memorial service Saturday, 1 p.m., November 14, 2009 at the Cremation Society of Virginia's Chapel located at 1927 Westmoreland Street, Richmond, Va. Instead of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the New Kent County Animal Shelter. |
Cliff worked as an electrician for C&O Railroad for more than 40 years. He served in the U.S. Navy, as an electrician, and was a WW II veteran. He was a member of Northside Christian Church, was active in the local Moose Lodge, VFW and a lifelong member of the IBEW., He was preceded in death by his son, Dennis A. Holbrook., Survivors include his wife, Betty Holbrook; brother, Clyde Holbrook; grandchildren, Jason and Lea Holbrook, Melissa and Steve Adair; great-grandchildren, Lauren and Sydney Holbrook; niece, Shirley Holbrook; nephew, Clyde Holbrook; and many other family members throughout the country., The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. today, Nov. 12, at Peninsula Funeral Home; with funeral services to follow at 2 p.m., with Larry Jones, Minister, officiating and interment will follow at 3 p.m., in Peninsula Memorial Park., Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
PIERCE, Clifton, of Mechanicsville, died November 12, 2009. He was the widower of Lena Duke Pierce and a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his stepson, Wilson Duke. Graveside services will be Saturday, 11 a.m. at Riverview Cemetery. |
will be held 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at the Trinity Cemetery with Pastor Earl Clemmons officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
Isabelle Stevens Crawford, 82, of Blue Ridge, Va., passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, at Calvary Baptist Church, Roanoke. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at R.W. Baker Funeral Home & Crematory in Suffolk on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family thinks John would like it if memorial donations were made to the Southampton High School Special Athletic Fund, 23350 Southampton Parkway, Courtland, VA 23837., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at the Shiloh Cemetery in the Twin Oaks Community near Sparta. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shiloh Cemetery Fund, c/o Walter Lee Hampton, 1173 US Hwy. 221, Sparta, N.C. 28675. Grandview Memorial Funeral Home of Sparta, N.C., is in charge of the arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
WILLIAMS, Darlene, of Richmond, Va., departed this life November 11. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B Street, Ashland. Funeral notice later. fedabneyfuneralhome.com |
He was a member of First Baptist Church North Brentwood, Oxon Hill, Md., He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his loving and devoted wife, Nicole R. Logan; daughter, Harriette Y. Logan; his sisters, Eliza Graves (Dallas), Ida Richardson, Linda Wallace-Cody (Lawrence), all of Toano, Va., Mary Logan Taylor (Earl) of Maryland, Mary Lucy Logan, and Elizabeth Hunt, of Toano; his brothers, Bobby Logan (Joyce) of Toano, Mark Anthony Logan (Glenda) of Alabama, Michael Logan (Gale) of Georgia, and Ralph Logan (Laura) of Georgia; and other loving family members and many caring friends. |
MARTIN, David Jerome, son of the late Lige and Jewel Martin, was born in Richmond, Virginia on September 16, 1949. David went to the big fishing hole in the sky, reeling in the big one on November 3, 2009. He was the beloved husband of 30 years to his wife, Kathryn; adored father of Morgan, Chris, Scott and Amy; cherished Papa to Jacob, Jordan, and Drizzt. He is also survived by his loved siblings, Donald and Becki Martin, Clara and Donald Cox, Vanessa and Eric Rosenkranz, Cheryl and Mike Fisher; and many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all. A private service will be held. |
Doris Faith Evans Davis, born on May 28, 1938, in Elkhorn City, Ky., left us peacefully Wednesday morning, November 11, 2009, to be with the Lord. She was the daughter of Robert L. Evans Sr. and Claudia E. Evans. Dottie (as she was lovingly called by her family) leaves to cherish her memories daughter, Yolanda F. Davis; lifetime friend, Ginna P. Lusk; son, Roger L. Davis Jr. and wife, Colene; granddaughter, Alisa; brother, Robert L. Evans Jr. and wife, Carolyn; along with nieces and nephews. Dottie enjoyed quilting, reading and her children. She was a finance manager for Project Discovery until she retired in 2006. Many thanks to family and friends for their thoughts and prayers these last few days. Special thanks to staff and employees of Roanoke Memorial ICU and Hospice. Funeral arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel on Peters Creek Road. Visitation and memorial will be held on Friday, November 13, 2009, from 4 to 8 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Julia Hall DeMole On this 14th Anniversary, Sadly missed and, dearly loved forever, Your Family, Make a memorial contribution |
POQUOSON - Dennis M. Totten, 59, husband of Charlotte Totten and father of six children, passed away Monday, Nov. 9, 2009. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home by the Rev. Donald G. Marsh. His ashes will be scattered at a later date. Online condolences to |
HERRING, Dennison Staples, 29, passed away on November 10, 2009. He is survived by his parents, Randolph L. Herring and Claiborne D. Herring; his brothers, Randolph L. Herring Jr. and Pierce Herring; his grandmother, Claiborne S. Drake; his aunts, Elizabeth H. Baylor, Janet H. Thompson and Courtney Letien; and an uncle, David R. Herring. He was a graduate of Trinity Episcopal High School, where he excelled in music and art, two gifts which he drew upon in his life's quest. He was a special person to all who knew and loved him, and he will be missed. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at Hollywood Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the Richmond SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, Va. 23220. |
He was preceded in death by his parents, Julian C. and Mable Z. Milligan; a brother, Cecil Milligan; a sister, Barbara J. Tracey; and a son, Robert "Bobby" Milligan., Donald leaves behind his wife, Elizabeth C. Milligan; a daughter, Leisa Myers; a son, Donald B. Milligan Jr. and his wife, Diana; a brother, Charles O. Milligan and his wife, Gloria; niece, Christie and husband, Bobby Dohan; six grandchildren, Allen and Daniel Myers, Kim and Stephanie Milligan, Kayla and Brooke Milligan; two great-grandchildren, Cameron Milligan and Briana Marion., Donald was an avid Gun Smith for many years. He loved hunting and fishing. His love for guns was unbelievable. He also enjoyed his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He built remote control planes and enjoyed flying them as well., A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at Rosehill-Ashland Cemetery in Ashland, Ky. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Hampton, Va. |
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He was raised in Hampton, Va., and was a 1975 graduate of Hampton High School and attended Norfolk State University. Earl worked for the City of Hampton Public Works Department., Mr. Gilchrist was preceded in death by his parents, Percell and Louise Gilchrist., He is survived by his sisters, Hazel King, Juanita Pierce (Tim), Marion Foxe (Robert), Alfred Ward, Barbara Maxwell (Troy), Viola Jackson (Michael), and Patricia Neal (Todd); his brothers, Kenneth Gilchrist, Leonard Gilchrist (Eunice), Joseph Gilchrist, and Ronald Gilchrist (Dee); one uncle, William Gilchrist (Flossie) of Surry, Va.; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A special mention of longtime friends, Mr. Will Thomas, Mr. Fred Richardson, and Mr. Willie Bolden., Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th St. NN, VA. 23607. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Emmanuel Chapel Church, Hampton. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the funeral home by noon Saturday for the processional to the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
Albert Kyle Earnest VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Naval Capt. Albert "Bert" Kyle Earnest, 92, of Atlantic Shores, passed away Oct. 27, 2009, at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. He was born April 1, 1917 in Richmond, Va., and was the son of the late James Gifford Earnest and Jessie Mullan Earnest of Richmond Virginia. Preceded in death by his wife, Mildred McConnell Earnest, he is survived by daughter, Kathryn Lynn Earnest, of Alexandria, Va., son, William Kyle Earnest and his wife Janet Murray Earnest of Virginia Beach and their children, Laura Ellen Earnest of San Francisco, Jessie Carolyn Earnest and Matthew Kyle Earnest of Virginia Beach. He attended Virginia Military Institute, Class of 1938, graduating with a B.S. in civil engineering and commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant, Field Artillery, U.S. Army Reserve. He worked as assistant engineer of the VA Fire Insurance Rating Bureau until February 1942. After resigning his Army Reserve commission, he was commissioned in the US. Navy Air Corps Reserve as an ensign. His first fleet assignment was with Torpedo Bomber Squadron 8 (VT-8), reporting days after Pearl Harbor on Dec. 8, 1941. He flew the Grumman TBF-1 in its first combat use in the Battle of Midway and was the only pilot survivor (landbased). He continued serving in VT-8, aboard USS Saratoga (CV-3) on the Guadalcanal landing and the Battle of Eastern Solomons, and then landbased on Guadalcanal. With the decommissioning of VT-8, he was transferred to Fleet Composite Squadron 7. During his 31 years in the U.S. Navy, Capt. Earnest attended Naval Postgraduate School in Annapolis, Md., General Line School, Newport, R.I., and Industrial College of the Armed Forces, Washington, D.C. He commanded VA-14A May 1947-June 1948, ATG-181 at NAS Oceana Aug. 1957 - Sept. 1958, USS Estes (AGC-12) Oct. 1965 - Oct. 1966, and NAS Oceana, Nov. 1966 - Nov. 1968. Additional aviation tours of duty included Tactical Test Division (Aug. 1944 - Apr. 1947) where he was the first U.S. pilot to fly a Japanese Torpedo Bomber "Kate", Air Development Squadron Four (VX-4) and, Flight Test (Sept. 1958 - July 1960) at NATC Patuxent River, Md. He was commissioned as Navy Jet pilot No. 62, flying P-80As, P-59s, and FR-1s. He also serve two tours of duty at Attack Design Branch at BuAer/BuWeps, Washington, D.C. Capt. Earnest rounded out his Naval career, serving as COMSTRIKFLTLANTREPEUR and SACLANTREPEUR in Paris France in the early 60s, Operations Analyst at INSGENLANTFLT, Norfolk, before retiring as Assistant Chief of Staff (Logistics), SACLANT, Norfolk, in 1972. Upon retirement, Bert served as Executive Secretary, Operational Test and Evaluation Study Group, Cerberonics Inc. for a year, before becoming a real estate salesman and broker for Professional Realty Corp, Virginia Beach, for 10 years. His awards include three Navy Crosses, two Air Medals, and a Purple Heart, two Presidential Unit Citations with one Gold Star, Navy Commendation Medal, American Defense Service Medal, The American Campaign Medal, The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with seven stars, the World War II Victory Medal, the National Defense Service Medial, and the Vietnam Service Medal. He was a member of the Association of Naval Aviation, Early and Pioneer Naval Aviator's Association "Golden Eagles" and Tailhook Association, Virginia Beach Sports Club, and the Princess Anne Hunt Club. A funeral will be held at NAS Oceana Chapel at noon, Saturday, Nov. 14. Arrangements made by H.D. Oliver, 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach. Internment will be in the Columbarium at Arlington National Cemetery April 7, 2010. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to VMI Foundation Inc., Box 932, Lexington VA 24450 or Virginia Beach Rescue Squad Foundation, 740 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23451. The family wishes to thank the staff, both nurses and nurses' aides of Assistance in Living/Seaside, Heartland, and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital for the care that they extended to him. We will miss his wry sense of humor, his compassion, and his loving care for this family. "A true Virginia gentleman.", Make a memorial contribution |
His life began on Sept. 26, 1925, the son of the late Mary and Edgar J. Opie, Sr. He was a longtime resident of the Yorktown area. He was a member of Glover Baptist Church in Fluvanna County, Va. He later joined hands and became a faithful member of Rising Sun Baptist Church, in Yorktown, Va. In 1981, he retired from the Naval Weapons Station, after many years of dedicated service., He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his daughters, Rosalyn White, Pamela Askew (Rogers), Belinda Jefferson (Wilbert), Patricia Martin (Anthony) and Annie M. Taylor (Rudolph); his sons, Earl Opie (Julia), Dale Opie (Elaine), Thaddeus Opie (Deborah) and Wayne Opie (Maria); his brothers, Edward Opie (Queenie), Leonard Opie, Arthur Lee Opie (Lucille) and Jim Allen Opie (Barbara); his grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; his step-grandchild; and other loving family members and many caring friends., A funeral service, celebrating the life he lived, will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Rising Sun Baptist Church with the Rev. David Spratley officiating. Family and friends will assemble at 1208 Old Williamsburg Road by noon on Saturday. Mr. Opie may be viewed in the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday. Professional Services entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia. 757-229-3011 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
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TAYLOR-CURL, Elizabeth, 58, of Chesterfield, entered into rest Tuesday, November 10, 2009. Elizabeth had been employed as an import document specialist with K-Line America, Inc. She is survived by her husband, Charles D. "Chuck" Taylor; children, Whitney Taylor and husband, Wayne Crawley, and Mark Taylor. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Caitlin Vikmanis, Emily Vikmanis and Wyatt Taylor; sisters, Brenda Ragland and Karen Leon; nieces and nephews, Katrina Arnold of Virginia, Eric Ferguson of California and Christi Leon of Washington state. Also, friends and loved ones, too numerous to count. Mrs. Taylor-Curl was a graduate of Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi. A memorial service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Chesterfield Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 14301 Ashbrook Parkway, with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, Humane Society of Richmond, Central Virginia Food Bank or your favorite charity. |
EGAN, Emma L. "Lou," 71, of Midlothian, widow of Francis Stephen Egan, passed away November 10, 2009. She is survived by her three daughters, Debra R. Rice, Joy L. Egan and Patty M. Egan; brother, Charles M. Banton; five grandchildren, Tracy Lou Compton, Emily Katherine James, Mary Elizabeth James, Richard Matthias Duncan and Morgan Taylor Haymore; one great-grandchild, Alivia Grace Compton; one niece and three nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Bernard H. Banton. She retired from Philip Morris as an inspector at the Stockton Street Plant in 1998 after 30 years of service. She was a member of the Women of the Moose, Manchester Lodge #1078. Her family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday, followed by interment at Powhatan Community Cemetery. |
At an early age he accepted Christ as his personal savior and joined Mt. Gilead Baptist Church of Williamsburg, Va. As an adult, Ernest joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Charles City, Va., He received his formal education in the public school system of Williamsburg, Va., graduating from the Bruton Heights High School. Right after graduating high school, Ernest joined the United States Marine Corps and served our country faithfully until he completed his service., In 1971, Ernest joined the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. For the next 37 years he devoted his time and meritorious service to the Foundation. He received awards, citations, and in 1996 he was the recipient of the 'Silver Bowl', representative of 25 years of dedicated service. In 2008, Ernest retired as an employee of the Williamsburg Foundation., On May 30, 1985, Mr. Wallace was united in Holy Matrimony to the former Marion Graham of Charles City, Va., Ernest was a very active family man, cherishing his wife, children, and especially those grandkids and great-grands! Apart for spending time with family and fond friends, he loved to play golf! You could catch him anytime playing round at his favorite spots, Deer Run, Green Course, and Gold Course Golf Clubs., He leaves to cherish his memory, a devoted wife, Marion Wallace of Charles City, Va.; his sons, Rickey Jefferson, Wilbur Jefferson Jr. (Felicia), of Williamsburg, Michael Jefferson, Eric Jefferson (Helen), of Charles City; his daughters, Wanda Jefferson and Michelle Washington (Perry Sr.), of Williamsburg; his 14 grandchildren, two of whom he raised, Rickey Robinson and Kenisha Jefferson; his 14 great-grandchildren; his sisters, Gertrude L. Green (James), Eileen Sheppard (Robert), Margaret Wallace and Carolyn Wallace; his brothers, Fred Wallace (Audrey) and James A. Wallace (Carolyn); his aunts, Annette White and Ethel Bartlett; his nieces, nephews, cousins; and many other loving relatives and caring friends., A funeral service will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 11600 Wilcox Neck Road, Charles City, with the Rev. George Magazine officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with military honors. Family and friends will assemble at 14231 Sandy Point Road by 11 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Wallace may be viewed from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. |
WALLER, Evelyn Virginia Carson, 89, of Richmond, formerly of Lynchburg, died on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. She was the beloved wife of the late James Waller. She was a member of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church. She is survived by her brothers, The Reverend Joseph T. Carson Jr. and wife, Bernice, and The Reverend Louis E. Carson and wife, Geneva, all of Richmond; and a number of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. A graveside funeral will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Red House Cemetery, Route 615, Charlotte County. In lieu of the flowers, please consider St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, 9801 Fort King Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting tharpfuneralhome.com. |
Roman Faulkner NORFOLK - Roman Faulkner, 91, died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009. A native of Portsmouth, he was the son of the late James Anthony Faulkner and Harriet Faulkner. He was the widower of Annie V. Faulkner. He is survived by his two daughters, Caladia A. Faulkner and Velda R. Faulkner; three granddaughters, Shameka L. Faulkner Collins (Sean), Sylvia Harris Johnson (Terry) and Sharon Harris; three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was the brother of Ella Saunders, Alice Reynolds and Jerry Faulkner, all who predeceased him. He was a retired Longshoremen of Local 1248 in Norfolk. A funeral will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m. in Graves Funeral home, 1631 Church St., Norfolk, VA 23504. Internment will follow in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake., Make a memorial contribution |
Faye B. Nuckles DAVENPORT, Va. Funeral services for Mrs. Faye B. Nuckles will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Kyle Ratliff and Rev. Ken Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in the Hess-Nuckles Cemetery on Fletchers Ridge, Va. Pallbearers will be Artie Nuckles, Fabian Owens, Cass Harman, Brad Nuckles, James Nuckles, Daniel Nuckles, C.H. Harman and Barry Sutherland. Honorary pallbearers will be John Hale, Jackie Ball, David Rasnake and Charlie Sexton. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday, where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m., with Rev. Carl Burmeier and Rev. Ellis Nuckles officiating. Mrs. Faye B. Nuckles, age 77, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. |
WOODS, Felix P., 74, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord after a long courageous battle with cancer November 12, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Woods; and brother, Joseph J. Woods. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nadean; his mother, Roselee; two brothers, John J. and Patrick F. Felix was a 40-year member of Iron Workers Local 28 and was an avid antiquarian. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., where funeral services will be held 12 noon Monday. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. |
PORTSMOUTH - Frederick James Rosekrans passed away on Nov. 4, 2009. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. today, Nov. 12, 2009, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
In Loving Memory of Rose Lee Caldwell GARST 1/21/1933 ~ 11/13/2008, We miss you..., Remembering great memories and we are comforted knowing we'll see you in Heaven some day soon..., Always Love You,, Your Jack, Patti, Bill & Cindee, Grandchildren Michelle, Brett, Chadd, Chris & Andy, Great-Grandchildren, Hayden, Marissa & Brody, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, at Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
VIRGINIA BEACH - Gerald (Jerry) R. Rosenmeier, born Nov. 3, 1932, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Nov. 10, 2009., Friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation with the family from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Glenda Scyphers Barnes ABINGDON, Va. Funeral services for Glenda Scyphers Barnes will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Valley's Chapel Church on Brumley Gap Road, Abingdon, Va., with Rev. Archie Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Knollkreg Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from noon until the time of service Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Virginia Chapter, 5511 Staples Mill Road, Suite 202B, Richmond, VA 23228, in her memory. Online condolences may be submitted at |
Julia M. Goodman, 93, of Fairfield, Va., died on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home and Crematory, Lexington, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Rosewood Memorial Park. Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, will be handling the arrangements. You may pay condolences to the family at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
Hazel F. Hancock, 85, of Rocky Mount, Va., died Thursday, November 12, 2009. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
at noon at the Lotz Funeral Chapel and all who knew Bruce are invited to attend. The family would like to express a very special thank you to the staff at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, M.N., Lewis Gale Medical Center, and Good Samaritan Hospice. In lieu of flowers, all memorial donations may be made to the Amyloidosis Foundation, 7151 W. Main St., Suite #2, Clarkson, Mich. 48346 or the , 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106, Roanoke, Va. 24018 in Bruce's memory. Arrangements are entrusted to Lotz Funeral Chapel, Salem, Va., 540-389-9208., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Of Axie D. Harrell March 4, 1926 - November 13, 2008 Daughter, Son-in-law and Rascoe Family, Make a memorial contribution |
de Venoge, Harry Christopher, age 84, died peacefully at his home in New Smyrna Beach Florida on November 12, 2009. Mr. de Venoge was born in Corona, N.Y. and served in the Navy during WWII. After the war, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Fordham University and a law degree from New York University. He married Laura Anne Detwiller of Rockaway, N.Y., with whom he raised nine children. Mr. de Venoge began his career as a civil servant working as a Special Agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, later the Department of State, and finally the Department of Commerce where he served as the Director, Office of Investigations and Security. At full retirement, Mr. de Venoge volunteered as a child advocate for abused and neglected children, working for the State of Florida's Guardian Ad Litem program. Mr. de Venoge was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Joseph de Venoge and Agnes Heffernan; his brother, Vincent de Venoge; and sister, Josephine Bull. He leaves behind his wife; nine children, Francine de Venoge, Ann Yohe, Harry de Venoge, Vincent de Venoge, Thomas de Venoge, Francis (Frank) Xavier de Venoge, Laura Ronis, Nicole de Venoge, Mimi Pohl; and 23 grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m., Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in New Smyrna Beach on November 18, 2009. The burial will be private. Contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to CurePSP - Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Mail to: CurePSP Executive Plaza III, 11350 McCormick Road, Ste. 906 Hunt Valley, Md. 21031, or online at www.curepsp.org. |
Palmer Sr., Harry Lee Palmer Sr. of Bremo Bluff, Virginia, departed this life on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at his home., He was born November 24, 1925, the son of the late Joe and Lula Palmer. He was also preceded in death by his son, Harry Lee Palmer Jr., Harry retired from General Services Administation of the United States Federal Government on December 29, 1989. He was a World War II veteran of the United States Navy in 1946, and was educated in Fluvanna County., He is survived by his loving wife, Louisiana Palmer; two daughters, Mayme Johnson of Fork Union, Linda Lou Hackney of Bremo Bluff; five sons, Joe William Palmer and his wife, Doloris, of Palmyra, Robert Wayne Palmer and his wife, Marie, of Arvonia, Steven Palmer and his wife, Melissa, of Palmyra, Vincent Dee Palmer and his wife, Ethel, of Charlottesville and Arnold Lee Palmer of Bremo Bluff; 19 grandchildren, Regina, Lorretta, Marvin, Sondra, Robert Lee, Bernard, Wendy, Earl, Anthony, David, Tammy, Joe William Jr., Sentel, Steven, Broadus, Nicole, Nashara, Brian and Shanice; 15 great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law., A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Monday, November 16, 2009, at the Cloverdale Baptist Church in Bremo Bluff with graveside at the church cemetery., The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009, and Sunday, November 15, 2009, at the Colbert Funeral Home in Bremo Bluff. |
Mr. Harry R. Stevenson III, of 4704 Roanoke St., Petersburg, died suddenly Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the staff of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
BURTON, Mrs. Helen C., of Richmond, departed this life November 12, 2009. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice later. |
GRAVES, in loving memory of our mom, Mrs. Helen P. Graves, widow of Allen W. Graves, who departed this Earth on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at the age of 84. She is survived by her son, Allen S. Graves; daughter, Christina G. Freeman; son-in-law, Noah E. Freeman Jr.; grandchildren, Samantha R. Freeman and Noah W. Freeman; daughter, Mary G. Gray; and son-in-law, David E. Gray, all of Richmond; brother, John Potpolak of Winsted, Conn.; and a sister, Eve Hewlett of Shertz, Texas. Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2009 at Woodland Heights Baptist Church, 611 W. 31st St., Richmond. In lieu of flowers, please consider Odyssey Health Care. Arrangements by Angelus Funeral & Cremation Traditions. |
Mr. McCarthy is preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters., He was a native of Weyers Cave, Va. and lived in Hampton for 47 years. He retired from Northrop Grumman after 39 years of service. He attended First Baptist Church Jefferson Park, Newport News., He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Agnes McCarthy of Hampton; three sons, Jock, Gary, Keith McCarthy and wife Katie, all of Hampton; one daughter, Sharon Young and husband, Dino of New York; four grandchildren, Candyce Young, Keith McCarthy II, Veronica Potter and husband, Sean, and James Dino Young, Jr.; two great-grandchildren, Sharah Melvin and Aiyannah Potter; other relatives and friends., A service will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Macedonia Baptist Church, 5500 Marshall Avenue, Newport News. Mr. McCarthy will be placed in the church by 9 a.m. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are asked to assemble by 10 a.m. Saturday at 2045 Richard Avenue, Hampton, for a procession to the church. A viewing will be today from 3 to 6 p.m. at Smith Brothers Funeral Home, 545 E. Mercury Blvd., Hampton, 723-4117. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
at the church. The family suggests memorials be made to Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
of his country and his family and will be sorely missed by all those who love him. We wish him fair winds and following seas. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network., . Condolences may be shared with the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
James Douglas Huffman, 99, of Buena Vista, Va., died November 10, 2009. Funeral 2 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2009, Buena Vista Pentecostal Holiness Church. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home, Buena Vista, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
A funeral service for Ms. Ida Lauretta Harrison, formerly of West Petersburg, who went to be with our Lord on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at First Baptist Church, West Petersburg, 25702 Greensville Ave., West Petersburg, VA 23803. The Rev. Peter Jeffries, pastor, will officiate and the Rev. Janet Flowers will deliver the eulogy. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park., Family members are asked to assemble at the residence of Sally Baskerville, 25719 Dinwiddie Ave., West Petersburg, Va., at 1 p.m. on the day of the service. The family may be contacted at (804) 732-3129 or (804) 796-4879. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute and condolences to Ida Lauretta Harrison online at, Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
WEST, Ida Louise S., 83, of Waverly, passed away on November 11, 2009 at her home at 239 Coppahaunk Avenue in Waverly. Born July 3, 1926 in Sussex County, she was the daughter of the late Eddie C. and Ida Wells Sheffield. She was the widow of J. Mason West. She was a lifetime member of Waverly United Methodist Church, served as a Sunday School treasurer and teacher, and sang in the choir. She was a retired employee of the local bank in Waverly, where she served for over 50 years. Ida Louise was a former member and president of the Woman's Club of Waverly. She is survived by two sisters, Shirley S. Yancey (Thomas E.) and Mary S. Burton; one brother, Eddie C. Sheffield Jr. (Laura A.); and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Beverly Dare West; and a sister, Jacqueline S. Garrett. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 3 p.m. at Waverly United Methodist Church in Waverly with Rev. Connie Gibbs-Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Waverly Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church at 2 p.m., one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Waverly United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 12, Waverly, Va. 23890, or Waverly Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 583, Waverly, Va. 23890, or to an organization of your choice. The family is being served by the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield. Condolences may be posted at www.jtmorriss.com. |
Ida Louise S. West, 83, of Waverly, passed away on Nov. 11, 2009, at her home at 239 Coppahaunk Ave. in Waverly., Born July 3, 1926, in Sussex County, she was the daughter of the late Eddie C. and Ida Wells Sheffield. She was the widow of J. Mason West., She was a lifetime member of Waverly United Methodist Church, served as a Sunday School treasurer and teacher, and sang in the choir. She was a retired employee of the local bank in Waverly, where she served for over 50 years. Ida Louise was a former member and president of the Woman's Club of Waverly., She is survived by two sisters, Shirley S. Yancey (Thomas E.) and Mary S. Burton; one brother, Eddie C. Sheffield Jr. (Laura A.); and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Beverly Dare West; and a sister, Jacqueline S. Garrett., A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at Waverly United Methodist Church in Waverly with the Rev. Connie Gibbs-Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Waverly Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church at 2 p.m., one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Waverly United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 12, Waverly, VA 23890, or Waverly Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 583, Waverly, VA 23890, or to an organization of your choice. The family is being served by the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield. Condolences may be posted at |
Albert Garson Jackson, 77, of Marion, Va., and formerly of Galax, Va., died on Monday, November 9, 2009. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, Vaughan-Guynn Chapel, Galax, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Jacqueline Susan "Susie" Moore Our beloved Jacqueline Susan "Susie" Moore, 53, left us on Nov. 10, 2009. Known by most as "Susie", she was born in Oma ha, Neb., on April 1, 1953, to Rosemond Roubideaux and Mervin Moore. An enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Virginia Intermont College, Bristol Virginia. Upon her marriage, she began work for the Bristol Regional Counseling Center, Bristol Tennessee. She is survived by her four sons, Adam Page, Bristol Virginia, Dustin Page, Jeremy Page and Zack Canter, all of Bristol Tennessee; her mother, Rosemond Goins, and step- father, Lofthis Goins; her aunt, Sharon Brave; two sisters, Linda Frazier and Michelle Tangimana, all of Rapid City; four grandchildren, Taylor, Kalista, Sarah and Emily Page, Bristol; nieces, Melina and Janaiya Moore; nephews, Daniel and Duane Moore, all of Rapid City. She was a great-aunt to seven nieces and nephews. Susie was relative to many and friend to most. Memorial services will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Edstrom & Rooks Funeral Services at Serenity Springs, Chapel of Tranquility, with Fr. David Matzko, S.J. officiating. A memorial has been established by the family. Friends may sign her online guest register and offer condolences at |
She was preceded in death by her husband, Otis A. Stringer; brother, Clifford Blaxton; and a sister, Ann Granberry., Survivors include four daughters, Jeanette Jenkins and her husband, Buz of Yorktown, Jeneene McLemore and her husband, Dwight of Surry, Jennifer McCulloch and, her husband, Wallace of Titusville, Fla., and Jacqueline Leggett and her husband, Mark of Windsor, N.C.; sisters, Nancy Wilbourn and Brenda Jones; brothers, Raymond, Norman and James Blaxton; five grandsons, Robert Eltzroth, Christopher Barbery, Kemper Smith, Trammell and Andrew Jenkins; three great-granddaughters, Elle', Payton and Presley Barbery; one soon to be born great-grandson, Baby Boy Eltzroth; five step grandchildren, Scott Jenkins, Lara Mick, Lauren Leggett, Brandy Wiggins and John Smith; and 10 step great-grandchildren, Christopher, Ethan, Kyrie Jenkins, Darby, Tristan and Gage Mick, Dariann, Camryn and Baby John Smith and Savannah Wiggins; five nieces; and 12 nephews., Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, in Albert G. Horton Veterens Cemetery in Suffolk. |
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Nov 13, 2009 James A. Wilson, 88, of Collinsville, died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at his home. Moody Funeral Services in Stuart is in charge of arrangements. |
MITCHELL, James Edward Sr. "Jazzmo," departed this life November 8, 2009. He leaves behind three children, James Jr. and Timothy Mitchell and Denise Hargrove; four sisters, Virginia Richardson (Lawrence), Thelma Johnson, Daisy Shine and Rena Cooper-Arrington (Roosevelt); two stepsisters, Minnie Mundy and Patty Brown; two brothers, Holton Storrs and McArthur Mundy; a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted today, 11 a.m., at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
Jason loved life. He was a lover of all music and with his friends he enjoyed dances, bowling, and swimming events. Many of his friends and family gave of themselves to bring joy and sunshine to his life. The Washington Redskins were his favorite football team, while they were winning, otherwise his loyalty was with the Dallas Cowboys. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church of Hampton., Jason was a gift to all of us. He truly was his mother's world and she was Jason's. He was a teacher to many, and put a smile on everyone's face who knew him. Jason will be missed by all, and will always remain in our hearts., He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Delia Seibel, Frank Seidnitzer and Paul Palmentera III., Jason leaves behind to cherish his memory his parents, Christal M. Seidnitzer and Thomas T. Seidnitzer; his fiancEe, Sherri; his grandmother, Ann Palmentera; brother, Thomas J. Seidnitzer; sisters, Christina Vega and her husband, Mike, Ericka Seidnitzer and her boyfriend, George Rome, Jr.; nieces and nephews, David James "DJ", Brittany, Larissa, Christian, and another little one on the way; and numerous aunts and uncles and a host of cousins. Also surviving are his beloved faithful furry companion, Susie, and his feathered friend Bobby., Friends are invited to visit from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home., A Celebration of Jason's life will be at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Deer Park Baptist Church, 826 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., in Newport News 23601. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park., To all Jason's friends and family, he wanted you all to know how much he loved you and to never forget how important you were to him., Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
MATHEWS - The interment service for Mrs. Jessie M. Hudgins scheduled for Friday, at Ebeneezer Baptist Church Cemetery, Cobbs Creek Va., will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, due to likely inclement weather. |
CODY, Jessie Rene, of Richmond, died November 6, 2009. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. |
Joe Roy Gough, Joe Roy "Pete" Gough, 59, of Goughtown Road in Scottsville, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2009, at Virginia Baptist Hospital., He was born May 15, 1950, to Joe and Fancy Gough., Pete accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized at Mourner's Valley Baptist Church in Buckingham County, Virginia., Pete was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy Archie Gough and grandson, Ja'quin Johnson., Surviving to cherish his memory include his parents, Joe and Fancy Gough; his loving, devoted companion, Louise "Lucy" Gaines of Scottsville; three sons, Joe Roy Gaines and his wife, Jennifer, of Esmont, Michael Gaines and his wife Angela, of Cumberland, Jarrod Gaines and his fiancee, Keisha, of Charlottesville; one daughter, Monique Gonzalez and her husband, Gerardo, of Scottsville; seven grandchildren, Michael Jr. "Mike-Mike", Ashley, Makayla, Caleb, Carlitos, Samantha, and Jarrod Jr.; one brother, Johnny Gough; four sisters, Gracie Gough and her husband, James, Dassa Chambers, Tammie Banks and her husband, Kelvin, all of Scottsville; Gaynelle Booker and her husband, Calvin, of Dillwyn; long-time friends, Leon Gough and David Gaines of Scottsville and Russell Gaines of Schuyler. He also leaves two aunts, three uncles, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., Pete attended Buckingham public schools, was a supervisor of Kluge Farm in Albemarle County and worked as a pulpwood cutter. He loved working on cars and enjoyed the outdoors., Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2009, at Ebenezer Baptist Church Burial will follow at Mourner's Valley Church cemetery. |
John and Viola are survived by son, John Jr., married to Carol, and grandchildren, Amy and Sean; daughter, Marcie, and grandchildren, Tracy and Kelly; and son, Scott with wife, Teresa, and grandchildren, Amanda, Rebecca and Jessica; and great-grandchildren, Niveik and Trinity., John was born in Clarksburg, W.Va., and worked as a milkman, truck driver, and auto salesman prior to setting up a concrete construction company in Louisville., John was drafted for military service for WWII serving in Europe and North Africa, then called back for the Berlin Crisis, and again for the war in Korea where he served for a year. John got the message and stayed in the Army Transportation Corps, serving in Japan, France, and Taiwan, and retiring at Fort Eustis as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1966., Following 12 years in the civil service at Fort Eustis and Fort Lee, John established Prestige Limousine and Carefree Tours serving the Hampton Roads community from 1978-2003. He was a supporter of numerous Peninsula charities and a loyal 35-year member of the Benevolent Order of the Elks Post 315 in Denbigh., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, followed by internment at Williamsburg Memorial Park. |
John Fisher Wright, John Fisher Wright, 94, of Charlottesville, died on Monday November 9, 2009, at a local care facility., John was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on April 12, 1915, the only son of William Harmon Wright and Edna Fisher Wright. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Smith Wright, in 1985; and by his second wife, Elizabeth Landis Cullen Wright, in 2009. He was also preceded in death by his only sister, Mrs. Alice Wright Gee of Lexington, Kentucky, in 2003., He is survived by his only son, William Harmon Wright, daughter-in-law, Joleen Laffin Wright, and granddaughter, Mary Allison Wright of La Quinta, California; by his stepsons, Richard L. Cullen, Frederick L. Cullen, Robert L. Cullen, and Edward B. Cullen, and by their wives and children., John was graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Chemical Engineering in 1936 and spent his career with Exxon where he started in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He worked most of his career in New Jersey and New York City, but he also spent 12 years abroad - in Paris, France, Genoa and Rome, Italy, Abadan, Iran, and Brussells, Belgium. He came to Charlottesville in 1972 to retire and was active in the Olivet Presbyterian Church, Farmington Country Club, University of Virginia's Miller Center, the Thomas Jefferson Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, the Beacon Club, the Oliver Turner Society, and the Albemarle County Electoral Board (of which he served as Chairman.) John was an enthusiastic supporter of University of Virginia athletics., Private family services will be held at a later date. |
John Gilbert Maye BRISTOL, Tenn. John Gilbert Maye, age 69, passed away Nov. 11, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by Weaver Funeral Home. |
NEWPORT NEWS - John Patrick Whitmire, 57, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009., John was preceded in death by his father, William Whitmire; and his step-father, Lt. Col. Homer Frailey., He is survived by his mother, Patricia Frailey of Yorktown; a brother, Steven Whitmire and his wife Anita of Yorktown; a sister, Jane Gilliam of Richmond; two nieces, Katie Whitmire and Brittany Gilliam; and three nephews, Jeff Whitmire, Aaron Whitmire and Britt Gilliam., A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. |
John Petik Sr., 95, of Prince George County, Va., died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, in Hopewell Healthcare Center., Mr. Petik was born in Hopewell and had been a lifelong resident of this area. He was a charter member of the Prince George Volunteer Fire Department, a former member of the Prince George Ruritan Club, a member of Nazareth Lutheran Church, a retired supervisor at Fort Lee, Va., and a retired farmer. Mr. Petik was the son of the late Andrew and Mary Liptak Petik., He is survived by his wife, Mary P. Petik, two sons, John Petik Jr., Andrew M. Petik and wife, Kathy, all of Prince George County, Va.; three grandchildren, CW3 Daniel Petik and wife, Wendy, of Fort Benning, Ga., 1st Lt. David Petik, stationed in Iraq, WO1 Dustin Petik of Fort Rucker, Ala.; a brother, George A. Petik and his wife, Eleanor, of Wilmington, Del.; many nieces, nephews and sisters-in-law., A devotional service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home with visitation to follow until 8:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Nazareth Lutheran Church with Pastor David Voss officiating. Interment will be in Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to Nazareth Lutheran Church, 1711 Grant St., Hopewell, VA 23860, or Prince George Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 308, Prince George, VA 23875. Condolences may be registered with |
John Leslie Thomas FREDERICK, Md. John Leslie Thomas, 91, died Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Frederick Memorial Hospital. Born May 14, 1918, in Bristol Tennessee, where he was raised, he was the son of the late Inez Thomas Parker and the grandson of a late Cherokee Indian whom came off the reservation and gave himself the name of John Robert Thomas. In his earlier years, he worked with his grandfather with freight and moving people. He was in the Army in 1943. He received an honorable medical discharge. Mr. Thomas was then a cab driver in Bristol Tennessee and Virginia. He relocated to the Baltimore area in 1952 and had other various jobs there. In 1958, Mr. Thomas went to work for the Baltimore Chapter for the Mentally Retarded as a supervisor until 1966. He then moved to Frederick where he made his home and worked for Jeanne Bussard Training Workshop as a supervisor from 1966 until 1980 when he retired. He had owned and operated his business, Thomas' Janitorial Services, for many years here in the Frederick area until retiring in 2005. Following his retirement, he loved working with his hands, crafting miniature log cabins, which he shared with his family and friends. Surviving are three daughters, Helen Johnson of Bristol Virginia, Linda Inez Hawkins and husband Russ of Berryville, Va., and Mary E. Shepard and husband Donnie of Elizabethton, Tenn.; three sons, Rickey L. Thomas and wife Tammy of Frederick, John R. Thomas and wife Pam of Middletown and Michael E. Thomas and wife Jamie of Piney Flats, Tenn.; 17 grandchildren; and 13 great- grandchildren. He is remembered by his dear, loving friend and companion since 1979, Jo-Ann F. Lee of Frederick and also by Gloria Walters of Frederick, Kelly Giffin of Hagerstown, Sandra Eyler of Gettysburg, Pa., James G. Stickler Jr. of Hagerstown; and many other special people who really enriched his life and he was very thankful for. Mr. Thomas is at the Robert E. Dailey & Son Funeral Homes, P.A., 1201 North Market Street, Frederick, where the family will receive friends from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Frederick. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jeanne Bussard Workshop, Frederick, MD. Online condolences may be made at |
CAMPBELL, John W. III, 66, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, John W. Campbell Jr. He is survived by his mother, Kathleen Campbell; children, Monique Williams of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Darlene Dumas of Utah; 12 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. John was a retired truck driver, a lifetime member of Willis United Methodist Church, a member of the Ruritan Club of Glendale, and a veteran of the Army, serving eight years. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009 at Willis United Methodist Church, 8360 Willis Church Rd., Richmond, Va. 23231. |
OWENS, John Wade, 85, formerly of Bracey and Bon Air, Va., passed peacefully on November 10, 2009. He was a loving husband to his late wife, Jacquelyn Rudd Owens; and wonderful father to Michael, Chris and Scott Owens of Richmond and Heidi Warren of South Hill. John was a graduate of Fork Union Military Academy, a U.S. Navy veteran, and a retired auto-body repair instructor at Highland Springs High School. He is survived by eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. His family and friends will dearly miss his kindness and incredible sense of humor. "He fought a good fight, he finished his course and kept the faith, now he rejoices in life everlasting." In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Southside Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 546, South Hill, Va. 23970-0546. A graveside service will be at Maury Cemetery on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 11 a.m., followed by a memorial reception at Central United Methodist Church, 13th and Porter Streets, Richmond, Va. |
s will be conducted 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel, Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
at noon on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at the Penn Family Cemetery, Axton. Arrangements by Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Joseph Anthony Falante Sr. BRISTOL, Tenn. Joseph Anthony Falante Sr., 52, born on Nov. 10, 1957, died on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at the Wellmont Hospice House after a two year fight with cancer. He enjoyed all sports. Joseph is survived by his loving spouse, Joan Falante; son, Joseph Anthony Falante Jr. of the home; daughter, Jacqleen Ann Falante, of San Diego; and their beloved dog, Czar. The celebration of life service for Mr. Falante will be conducted at 11 o'clock Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Blevins Funeral and Cremation Services, with Dr. Don McGreggor officiating. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting, Mr. Falante and his family are in the care of Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. |
ORANGE, Juanita Ellsworth, 70, of Chesterfield, died Thursday, November 12, 2009. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Stuart Orange; her daughter, Denise Orange; three sons, Wayne, Glenn and Randy Orange; daughter-in-law, Sandra Orange; seven grand-children, Gage, Taylor, Alec, Devin, Nick, Tabitha, Sabrina. Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., and where funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
Juanita "Netia" Meadows Horne HONAKER, Va. Mrs. Juanita "Netia" Meadows Horne, age 88, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at the home of her daughter. Born Feb. 19, 1921, in Clell, Va., she was a daughter of the late Toy and Carrie Jane Hurt Meadows. She had lived most of her life in the Buchanan and Russell County areas. She attended Finney Baptist Church, Free Christian Church, and Finney Senior Citizens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Willard Horne; one brother, Dexter Meadows; and two sisters, Dorothy Hale and Peggy Avis Meadows. Survivors include three daughters, Joyce Baldwin and husband Rev. Wayne Baldwin and Wilma Honaker and husband Garland, all of Honaker, and Judith Fuller and husband Ron of Seymour, Tenn.; two sisters, Roxie Meadows of Hickory, N.C., and Dulcie Hale of Cleveland, Ohio; one brother, Raymond Meadows and wife Billie of Oakwood, Va.; four grandchildren, Harvey Eugene Honaker and wife Tonya, Larrina Carol Osborne and husband Steve, Sara Denise Fuller and Jessie Alyssa Fuller; three great-grandchildren, David Kennith Osborne, Carla Jean Osborne and Easton Chase Honaker; two special friends, Grace Ann Keen and Alice Faye Street; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family would like to extend a special thank you to RCMC Hospice and Dr. Brian Easton. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Stephen Musick, Rev. Edward Tiller and Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment will follow Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Harvey Honaker, Steve Osborne, Jeffery Meadows, Jamie Meadows, Ray Meadows and Leonard Meadows. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. |
UPTON, Judy Arlene, 59, of Carson, Va., passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2009. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elsie Rouse; brother, Lloyd Earl Whaling; and one grandson, Kevin Taylor. She is survived by her husband, Robert A. Upton; daughter, Julie Ann Hubbard; two sons, George E. Trueman Jr. and Billy W. Trueman; one granddaughter, Casey Lynn Kanusek; two great-granddaughters, Ari'yana and Natalee Taylor; sister, Ann Jones; six nephews, Roger Paul, Roger Paul Jr., Matthew, David, William, and Tommy; and two nieces, Taylor and Renee. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 North Parham Rd., where funeral services will be held 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. Following graveside services the family will receive friends at the residents of Billy Trueman in Carson, Va. |
CHENOWETH-TULAY, Julius Emmanuel, born March 21, 1975, entered eternal rest on October 31, 2009, in Richmond, Va., due to a massive stroke to the brain. He is survived by his wife, Tita Etilo-Tulay; his children, Natkita, Jamel and Imani; and a host of other relatives and friends in the United States and Africa. Viewing/Wake Keeping will be held on Friday, November 13, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, 2300 Dumbarton Rd. |
WILLIAMSBURG - June M. Olson was born on July 31, 1935, to John and Mildred Trinka Barta in Stark County, N.D. She married Harlan (Ole) Olson, of Regent, on Aug. 7, 1951, in Portsmouth Va. June volunteered for many organizations including Girl Scout Leader, the Library at the VA Hospital, King of Kings Lutheran Church in Fairfax, Va., King of Glory Lutheran Church, Williamsburg, and Prison Ministries. She was a devoted wife, sister, mother, and grandmother. She loved her family dearly., June passed peacefully to our Lord on Nov. 6, 2009, with her devoted husband by her side., She is survived by her husband, Harlan (Ole) Olson; daughter, Rae L. Hart (Cliff) of Greensboro, N.C.; granddaughter, Breanna Hart of Philadelphia, Pa.; sister, Nadine Kainz (Gerald) of Jamestown, N.D.; sisters-in-law, Marian Brecht, Alvina Oliver (Robert), Carol Bryer; brother-in-law, Francis Olson (Sharon); many nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents., A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at King of Glory Lutheran Church. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
WILSON, Karol A., of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on November 11, 2009. She is survived by her three sons, Barry, Christopher and Sean Timberlake; two granddaughters, Catherine and Chyenne; her mother, Virginia Austin; two sisters, Kristie Austin and Lisa Gontkovic; two brothers, Steven and Mark Austin. The family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Hanover Memorial Park. |
Kathleen "Kat" Pippin Woods The funeral service for Kathleen "Kat" Pippin Woods will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Akard Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Gale Flanary officiating. Entombment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be James Hunter Woods, Susan Woods Hawes, Theresa Woods Johnson, Brianna L. Johnson, Jake D. Johnson, James Hunter Woods Jr. and Samantha Lynn Woods. The family will receive friends from 5 8 p.m. Friday at Akard Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 105 North St., Bristol, VA 24201; or to the |
A member of the Boy Scouts of America, Keith achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and was a member of the Order of the Arrow, Nawakwa Lodge. Most recently he was serving as the Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 116, in Louisville, Ky., Keith was a member of Bibleway Fellowship Church in Newport News, Va. He trusted God and accepted His direction in his life. He never met a stranger, making good friends wherever he went. He also loved a good debate and usually had to have the last word. Keith had recently been selected for employment by the York County Sheriff's Department, upon his upcoming Honorable Discharge from the Marine Corps., Keith was fiercely devoted to his family and sometimes made some tough decisions that he didn't really want to make. But he always put family first., His loving memory lives on through the love of his life, wife, Crystal, his kindergarten sweetheart; parents, Mike and Deborah; brother, Michael and wife, Shannon; nephew, Edward James "E.J.;" paternal grandfather, G.E. Taylor Jr.; many, many friends, extended family and others he considered family., He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Harold and Estella Williams; paternal grandmother, Norma Taylor; and paternal great-grandmother, Jessie Taylor., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Downtown Hampton. Due to the weather, the funeral service date has been changed and will be conducted at 11a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Liberty Baptist Church, with interment to follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens., At the request of Keith and Crystal, any monetary contribution will be placed in an education fund for their nephew, EJ Taylor. |
will be held at the graveside at noon on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Sherwood Memorial Park. The Rev. Ken Gray will officiate. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
JONES, Keniyah Denise, born November 22, 2008, departed this life November 7, 2009. She is survived by her parents, Keshonda Jones and Ralph Williams; and loving and devoted family. Her remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2009, 1 p.m. at Grayland Baptist Church, 2301 3rd Ave. Interment Forest Lawn Cemeter. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service. |
ABINGDON, MD. - On November 9, 2009 Kenneth Jones, beloved son of Geraldine Jones; admired brother of Debra Jones, Robin 'Wanda' Jones, and Phyllis Jones; and treasured father of Tiffany Jones, DaQuan Jones, Deja Jones; and special niece, Nykeisha Jones, entered into rest. He also leaves behind to cherish his memories a host of other family and friends. |
She was born to the late Forrest Lee Mingo and Gloria Jean Council on Oct. 11, 1966., Kim was preceded in death by her father and mother, Forrest Lee Mingo and Gloria Jean Council; and brother, Timothy Council., She leaves to cherish her loving memories, her husband, Rudolph Peele of Newport News; two sons, Dexter and Darius Mingo of Norfolk; one sister and best friend, Stephanie Council (Antoine Harris, fiancE) of Norfolk; five foster children; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. A host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. A special aunt, Vivian Womack, whom she called mom., Viewing will be held on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, from noon to 6 p.m. at M. E. Fisher Funeral Home, 2117 Madison Ave., N.N., Va. A homegoing service will be conducted on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at 1 p.m. at M.E. Fisher Chapel., Service of celebration and remembrance are entrusted to M.E. Fisher Funeral Home 757-245-3302. |
s will be held 2:30 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2009, at the Rosewood Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Rural Retreat with Pastor Jonathan Hamman officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Rosewood Mausoleum. The family suggests that those who prefer may make memorials to the Rural Retreat Volunteer Emergency Services. Lindsey Funeral Home, Rural Retreat, Va. is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, in the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322. The Rev. Tom Mercer will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to the ., Make a memorial contribution |
CARY, Laura Athey, was called home by her heavenly Father on November 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Cary. She is survived by her mother and father, Ann Athey and Joe Athey; sisters, Patricia and Princella Athey; stepmother, Cindy Athey; one nephew, Emmanuel Allen "EJ"; two nieces, Shanea Allen and Tamia Allen "Mimi"; a devoted friend, Evelyn Lindsay; and a host of other family and friends. Her remains rest at Robert Mealy Funeral Home in Goochland, Va. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 14, at 1 p.m. at Outreach Ministries Church on Cedar Plain Rd. in Goochland, Va. |
Lawrence William Corbin, 78, of Spicers Mill Road, Orange, Virginia, died Thursday, November 12, 2009, at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was born October 1, 1931, in Orange County, Virginia, the son of the late John A. Corbin and Josephine Ballard Corbin., He was a member of Salem Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia, a former member of the Orange Moose Lodge, an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and a retired auto mechanic at Reynolds Pontiac, Cadillac, GMC, Buick, Subaru in Orange., He is survived by his wife, Betty H. Corbin of Orange; one daughter, Bridget C. Smith and her husband, Ron, of Orange; two grandchildren, Ashley Smith and Brandi Smith, both of Orange; two sisters, Dorothy Cash of Bowling Green and Margaret Southard of Orange; numerous nieces and nephews., He was also preceded in death by one sister, Annie Edwards and five brothers, Mack, Johnny, Harold Lee, Robert, and Roy Corbin., Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2009, at the Preddy Funeral Home in Orange with interment to follow at Graham Cemetery. Pastors John Edwards and Bobby Green will officiate., The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4 until 6 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009., Memorial contributions may be made to the Orange County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 446, Orange, VA 22960. |
Leona Kestner Sandoe ABINGDON, Va. The funeral service for Mrs. Leona Kestner Sandoe will be conducted Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, located on the grounds of Forest Hills Memory Gardens, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, VA, with Pastor Roger Williams officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews, James Sandoe, Matthew Sandoe, Jimmy Kestner, Roger Kestner, Toby Kestner, Ray Sullins, Freddie Hayter. The family will receive friends Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, from 6 until 8 p.m. in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. Those wishing to express sympathy on line may do so by visiting |
NEWPORT NEWS - Leroy (Lee) Benner, MSGT U.S.A.F. retired, died unexpectedly on Nov. 9, 2009. He leaves his wife of 51 years, Beryl; two sons, Craig and wife, Susan, Dean and wife, Kathleen; and one daughter, Tanya; also five grandchildren, Ian, Alexis, Grant, Elise and Ashley., Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday Nov. 14, 2009, at St. Matthew's Anglican Catholic Church, Newport News, Va., Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
A funeral service for Mrs. Letitia Gertrude Weaver, 7515 Jerusalem Plank Road, Disputanta, who departed this life Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday Nov. 14, 2009, at Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, with the Rev. Willie Derr, pastor, officiating. The interment will be in Richardson Family Cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence, 7515 Jerusalem Plank Road, Disputanta, 10 a.m., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. Please send online condolences to |
CREASY, Lewis Albert, 92, died Monday, November 9, 2009, at his Roanoke home. An employee of the Norfolk and Western Railway for 44 years, Lewis retired in 1979 as assistant to the general manager, Eastern Region. He was a Master Sergeant with the Combat Engineers in the Pacific Theater of World War II, participating in operations on Angaur and Peleliu Islands, and with the occupation troops in Japan. Lewis was a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church, and served in many capacities, including chairman of the finance committee and as deacon emeritus. He was a member of American Legion Post #3, and was active in the Beta Tau social fraternity for more than 70 years. Lewis loved to play golf and kept a standing breakfast date with the members of his foursome long after he gave up his clubs. A bowler on N&W teams in his younger years, he was elected to the executive committee and the Hall of Fame of both the Roanoke Bowling Association and the Virginia State Bowling Association. He is now reunited with Dorothy Tate Creasy, to whom he was married for 60 years, as well as his parents, three brothers and three sisters. Surviving him are two daughters, Cynthia B. Creasy, and her husband, Edward J. Spyhalski, of Richmond, and Anne Creasy Dail, and her husband, Lieutenant General (retired) Robert T. Dail, of Leesburg; three granddaughters, Amy Rebecca Dail of Chesapeake, and Elizabeth Tate Dail and Katherine Cherry Dail of Leesburg; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. The family will welcome friends from 12 noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 12 at Oakey's South Chapel, 4257 Brambleton Ave. S.W., Roanoke, 24018. The Rev. Donna Hopkins Britt will officiate at a funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday, November 13 at Calvary Baptist Church, 608 Campbell Ave., S.W., Roanoke, 24016. Burial at Glade Creek Cemetery in Blue Ridge will follow. Those wishing to honor Lewis' memory might consider a donation to Calvary Baptist Church, the Calvary Baptist Foundation, the Southwestern Virginia Second Harvest Food Bank or the hunger relief ministry Society of St. Andrew. |
A funeral service for Mr. Lewis Barber Sr. will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Zion Baptist Church, 225 Byrne St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White Sr., pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Southlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 10:30 a.m. at the church., The family will assemble 10 a.m. at the residence the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 732-9386., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Barber online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
HAMPTON - Funeral service for Lillian D. Crawley has been rescheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at 10 a.m. at Second Baptist Church East End. Arrangements are by O H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Marie was preceded in death by her son, Bruce W. Englert., She is survived by three daughters, Dawn Rensing and her husband, John of Addieville, Ill., Michelle Taylor and her husband, Ricky of Gloucester, Va., Jennifer Hewitt of Newport News; Mary Lou Hadly of East Dublin, Ga., and Julie Gregory of Clovis, Calif.; a son, John Gregory (Michelle) of O'Fallon, Ill.; two brothers, John Sissom and his wife, Sandy of O'Fallon, Ill., Danny Heeter of Dunnellon, Fla.; and two sisters, Deb Gallagher of St. Joseph, Mich., and Jackie Gorman of Dunnellon, Fla. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Barbara Hauber (Scott) Theresa Taylor, John Rensing Jr. (Natalie) Jason Rensing, Kayla Rensing (Tony) Christopher Hewitt, Donnell Hewitt and Lara Jen Hewitt; and seven great-grandchildren, Draven, Lyric, Helena, Nicolas, Elizabeth, Anna and Brooke., A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends following the service., Memorial donations may be made to 4317 Lockmorr Lane, Gloucester, VA 23061. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Lillie Mae Hawks BRISTOL, Va. Lillie Mae Hawks, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2009, in the Wellmont Hospice House. She was born Jan. 18, 1922, in Middlesboro, Ky., a Lillie Mae Hawks, daughter of the late Bill and Vivian Williams, and has lived the past 18 years in the Bristol area. She was a seamstress for L.C. King, and was retired from Bufflins Woodworking in Tacoma, Wash. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She was preceded in death by three sons, Donald R. Hawks, William D. Hawks and James Glenn Hawks. She is survived by: grandsons, Michael D. Hawks and Erik Hawks; several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews in the Bristol area; sisters, Beatrice Roe of Texas,and Carolyn Buskirk of North Carolina. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at the Bristol Seventh-day Adventist Church, with Pastor Scott Begley officiating. The burial will be private. The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 2 prior to the service Saturday at the church. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Online condolences may be registered at, Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
Etta Via Link, 104, of Mt. Lake, Newport, Va., died Thursday, November 12, 2009. Arrangements by Kendall Funeral Home in Pembroke., Make a memorial contribution |
Lonnie Marshall Blevins TAYLORS VALLEY, Va. Funeral services for Glenda Scyphers Barnes will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Valley's Chapel Church on Brumley Gap Road, Abingdon, Va., with Rev. Archie Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Knollkreg Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from noon until the time of service Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Virginia Chapter, 5511 Staples Mill Road, Suite 202B, Richmond, VA 23228, in her memory. Online condolences may be submitted at, Lonnie Marshall Blevins, age 74, died on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at his residence. Mr. Blevins and his family are in the care of Garrett Funeral Home, 203 N. Shady Ave., Damascus, VA 24236, 276-475-3631. |
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HAMPTON - Louise G. Veale, a resident of Newport News, died Nov. 11, 2009. Service of celebration and remembrance are entrusted to M.E. Fisher Funeral Home. 757-245-3302. |
Ms. Lucy Ann Noggins, of Petersburg, formerly of Dinwiddie County, died Thursday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2009, at 3 p.m. at Updike Funeral Chapel, Bedford, with the Rev. Ray Lyons officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday from 1 until 3 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution |
HAMPTON - Margaret Linna Dean, 61, lost her fight with cancer and went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009., Margaret was born in St. Albans, W.Va., and had been an area resident since 2003. She loved nature, the beach, and going to movies., She is survived by her husband, Timothy L. Dean; six children, Mary Lou Moore (Chris Bailey) of Hampton, Davene Mears of Newport News, Chrissy King and Connie Gwinn, both of Ohio, John Forney and Damian Neel, both of Newport News; three brothers and one sister, David Scarberry Jr. (Marylin) of Ohio, Charlotte Roe (Dale) of Ohio, Donald Scarberry (Ramona) of Ohio, and Dana A. Scarberry (Dana Jo) of Indiana; four grandchildren, Analese, Caleb, and Katie Bailey, and Austin Forney; uncle and aunt, Bill Knight (Carole) of Lumber Bridge, N.C., All services are private., Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
A funeral service for Mrs. Marie E. Brooks will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., The family will receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling (804) 479-8721., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Brooks online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
FORD, Marjorie W., of Richmond, died November 12, 2009. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. |
s 2 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2009, at Fairview Cemetery, Narrows. Arrangements by Kendall Funeral Home, Pembroke, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
HAMPTON - Mary Cummings Bowers, 94, died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009., She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Albert B. Bowers and his wife, Rujin; daughter, Betty Jean Weber and her husband, James L. Weber Sr.; grandchildren, Lunita A. Weber, Janet Webster and her husband, Larry; great-grandchildren, Heather, Jonathan, Timothy, Alexander, and James; sister, Mrs. Barbara Berch of South Carolina; and sister-in-law, Lunita Ford of Livingston, Mont., Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Bartley Bowers; and grandson, James L. Weber Jr., A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Hampton National Cemetery., Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
11 a.m. on Monday, November 23, 2009, and she will be interred beside her husband, Herbert Ingram McKissack, in the family plot. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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DORSEY, Michael E., 83, of Hanover County, formerly of Norfolk, Va., passed away on November 11, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents and 11 siblings. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Letha L. Dorsey; children, Linda J. Dorsey, Patricia D. Solari, Margaret D. Kapinos; sons-in-law, Dennis Solari and Stanley Kapinos; six grandchildren, Laura Davis, Michele Basye, Michael Basye (Kim), Chris Hofstede (Dana), Stephen Kapinos, Daniel Kapinos (Christy); and six great-grandchildren, Gage Davis, Cody Thomas, Savannah Basye, Addison Hofstede, Katarina Kapinos and Nathan Kapinos. He retired as Senior Chief Ship's Service Man after serving 20 years in the U.S. Navy. During his service from 1943 to 1963, Mike served on the USS Northampton, USS Shenondoan, USS Purdy, USS Merrimack, USS Camdus and USS George F. Elliott. After his retirement from the Navy, Mike retired from Porter-Hayden Company located in Ashland, Va. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville Chapel on Friday, November 13, 2009. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Gethsemane Church of Christ, Mechanicsville Turnpike. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gethsemane Church of Christ Building Fund. |
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After retirement, Mildred moved to Newport News, Va., in 1996, where she became a loyal resident and member of First Baptist Church Denbigh., She is survived by two daughters, three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her beloved friend for more than 13 years, Mr. Herbert Miller., Viewing will be today, Nov. 13, 2009, from 2 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at First Baptist Church Denbigh. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. |
s will be conducted at noon on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, with the Reverend Melvin Harris and the Rev. Dr. Albert Peverall Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton, Va. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 13, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. The family extends their gratitude and many thanks to Carilion Hospice Services and the Palliative Care Unit at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. A special thank you to Donna Bryant. Donations can be made to the ALS Association, 7507 Standish Place, Rockville, Md. 20855, 1-866-348-3257. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
SQUIRES, Molly D., 88, of Chesterfield, widow of Joseph Roy Squires, passed away November 11, 2009. She is survived by her daughter, Vicky Reardon; son, Ron Squires; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Services will be private. |
s 11 a.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mission Board of Berea Christian Church, 4109 Driver Lane, Suffolk, VA 23435. Condolences may be registered at, Make a memorial contribution |
The Rev. Max Dwayne Nichols, of Christiansburg, Va., Servant of the Most Holy God, died on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. after a year long illness. He is a native of Oak Hill, W.Va., and is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Stella Nichols; and one brother, Morris Nichols., He is survived by his wife of 51 years, the Rev. Claudette Bess Nichols; two sons and daughters-in-law, Timothy and Bethanne Nichols, of Jessup, Md., and Stephen and Amy Nichols, of Decatur, Ala.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa and Michael Campbell, of Madison, Ala., and Amanda and Travis Sturgill, of Wise, Va.; 11 grandchildren; two brothers, Paul Nichols and Danny Nichols; and one sister, Rosetta Kenlock, who all reside in Oak Hill, W.Va., The Rev. Nichols served the Lord through the Pastoral Ministry for 40 years. He served Churches of God in Chatham Hill and Broadford, Va.; New Martinsville, W.Va.; Huntsville, Ala.; Scott Depot, W.Va.; Greenville, Tenn.; Summerville, S.C.; Wise, Va.; Princeton, Ind.; and Christiansburg, Va. All through his pastoral life, the Rev. Nichols had a love for people. God allowed many Godly and interesting people to enter his life. He always felt that he was blessed by God more than he was ever able to bless., will be the Rev. Jimmy Aycock, Associate Senor Pastor of Asbury UMC, Madison, Ala., The family is requesting in lieu of flowers, that donations be made to Carilion Clinic Hospice, 707 Randolph Street, Suite 251, Radford, Va. 24141. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, . The family is being served by Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of William E. (Bill) NIPPER 4/9/192111/13/2008, Dad, one year ago today, God called you home. This past year has been so hard and your passing left a huge void in our lives. You are forever in our hearts and this will get us through the difficult days to come., We love and miss you!, Gene & Phyllis, Roger & Lillian, Grandchildren & Spouses, Great-Grandchildren, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Wytheville Baptist Church., Make a memorial contribution |
Donald (Red) Parrish, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on October 19, 2009. Celebration of Life will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, at St. Phillip Lutheran Church, Hollins, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in the Manning Family plot, Woodlawn Cemetery, Williamston by the Rev. Greg Sexton. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today at Walker Funeral Home, 414 N. Haughton St., Williamston and other times at the family home at 214 Marshall Ave., Williamston. Memorial contributions may be made to the Williamston Fire and Rescue Dept., 901 Washington St., Williamston, NC 27892 or Pamlico Beach Fire and Rescue, 382 Pamlico Beach Road, Belhaven, NC 27810., Make a memorial contribution |
s. Burial will be at a later date. Purviance Funeral Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
RC Houser BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. RC Houser, age 77, passed away Nov. 11, 2009, at Appalachian Christian Village in Johnson City. He was born Oct. 26, 1932, in Sullivan County to the late David and Cordie Houser, and has resided in Blountville all of his life. He was a charter member of Faith Baptist church where he taught the Wisdom Sunday School Class. Serving in the U.S. Army, he received a Bronze Star during the Korean War. He developed many businesses in Blountville helping many people and was an avid golfer. He was very devoted to his children and family and he loved the Lord. He was preceded in death by parents, David and Cordie Houser; brothers, Johnny Mac and Bill Houser. He is survived by daughters, Linda Hardin and husband Burgess, Donna English and husband Rick; sons, David Houser and wife Michelle, Tony Houser and wife Mary, all of Blountville; grandchildren, Adam Hardin, Meghan Laney and husband CPL Josh Laney, Morgan English, Jason RC Houser and wife Kristin and Jessica Houser; great- grandchild, Dezmond RC Houser; brothers, Clyde Houser and Carl Houser, both of Blountville; sisters, Susie Farris and Louise McCrary, both of Blountville; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at East Lawn Funeral Home from 4-7:30 p.m., with services to follow at 8 p.m., with Rev. Eddie Zimmerman and Rev. Jimmie Clark officiating. Graveside services will be on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. at East Lawn Memorial Park, where family and friends will to gather by 10:45 a.m. at the graveside. Serving as pallbearers will be members of the Wisdom Sunday School Class. The family would like to send a special thank you to Appalachian Christian Village and wonderful staff, Karen, Phyllis, Ramona, Kim, Angela, Luke and Amy, Faith Baptist Church and all friends and family for their love and support during his illness. Memorials may be given to Faith Baptist Church, 3819 Island Road, Blountville, TN 37617. East Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park is honored to be serving the Houser family. You may leave a condolence to the family at www.mem.com |
will be held Friday. Arrangements are under the careful direction of Lohman Funeral Home Daytona Beach. Condolences for the family may be shared at, Make a memorial contribution |
Irene L. Reid PORTSMOUTH - Deaconess Irene Langston Reid, 92, of the 3300 block of Gwin St., died Nov. 8, 2009, in Bon Secours Maryview Nursing Care, Suffolk. The widow of Deacon Joseph M. Reid, she was a member of Zion Baptist Church in Portsmouth, where she was a deaconess. Mrs. Reid was also a past matron Truxton Chapter No. 63 Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her daughter, Kay Reid Tucker (Henry); three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and four nephews. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Third Baptist Church, small sanctuary, by the Rev. Kelvin Turner, pastor of Zion Baptist Church. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., is in charge. Viewing will be today from noon to 7 p.m. The family will be at the church from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday to receive friends and will assemble there also., Make a memorial contribution |
He is preceded in death by his father, Milton; and his brothers, Mickey and Scotty., He is survived by his mother, Geraldine; his daughter, Carrie; his brother, Keith and his wife, Christine; niece and nephew, Kelly and Kevin; and a longtime companion, Carol Verlander., The family will receive friends, Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home, Mathews, Va. A Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. |
BISHOP, Robert C. "Bobby," 81, of Chesterfield, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at MCV Medical Center. Mr. Bishop is survived by his Irish wife of 55 years, Mary Hogan Bishop; two sisters, Beatrice Thayer and husband, Leslie, of Dinwiddie, and Louise Woolridge of Hopewell; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family in England, Ireland and Australia. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, November 16, 2009, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Interment Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
Robert C. "Bobby" Bishop, 81, of Chesterfield, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, at MCV Medical Center., He was the son of the late John Otis Bishop Sr. and Florence Riddle Bishop, and was preceded in death by two brothers, John Otis Bishop Jr. and William Earl Bishop, and a sister, Bertha Pugh. Mr. Bishop was a retired Air Force veteran having served during the Vietnam War, and was a recipient of the Bronze Star. He retired from Shell Chemical Co. as a manager. He was a member of the DAV, Hopewell VFW and the Colonial Heights American Legion Post #284., Mr. Bishop is survived by his Irish wife of 55 years, Mary Hogan Bishop; two sisters, Beatrice Thayer and husband, Leslie, of Dinwiddie, and Louise Woolridge of Hopewell; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family in England, Ireland and Australia., A funeral service will be held 110 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with the Rev. Keith Ritchie officiating. Interment Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Condolences may be registered at |
A funeral service for Mr. Robert C. (Simmons) Murphy will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Royal Baptist Church, 316 St. Mark St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Phillip Williams, pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Southlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 1:30 p.m. at the church., The family will assemble 1 p.m. at 602 S. Park Drive, Petersburg, the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 733-1911., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. (Simmons) Murphy online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
COCHRANE, Robert Edward "Toby," departed this life on Thursday, November 5, 2009. He is survived by his three children, two grandchildren; beloved friend, Yvette Hardy; and a host of other relatives and friends. His remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave., where the family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at the Watkins Community Chapel, 2701 Garland Ave., on Saturday, November 14, at 1 p.m. Pastor Gregory Fisher officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. |
. Burial will be private and will be conducted by Pastor David Skole of Christ Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
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Roy Lee Williams, Roy Lee Williams of Gordonsville and Charlottesville entered into eternal salvation on Tuesday, November 10, 2009, at the age of 90., He was born on September 22, 1919, to John Elzie and Lillie S. Williams in Central Virginia where he lived his entire life., He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Pauline; his brother, Irvin; his sister, Lena Williams Stinson; and his stepson by his second marriage, Preston Morris., Roy is survived by his wife of 17 years, Loraine M. Williams; his stepdaughter, Janice L. Morris-Horn and her husband, Michael and their son, Mackenzie. He is also survived by one sister, Dorothy Shiflett and one sister-in-law, Grace Rosson. In addition, Roy will be remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, and a lifetime of friends. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him., Roy served in the United States Army during the final four and one-half years of World War II. He was involved in the "Battle of the Bulge" and was in Bastogne when he was seriously wounded by remained on duty until "V-E Day". Roy carried the scars and shrapnel of injury the rest of his life with Honor and Dignity. He was a self effacing hero by the truest definition., Roy showed his love for the Lord by being a lifelong member, Deacon, and proud and supporter of the Gordonsville Baptist Church where he was deeply involved in the construction of the church's beautiful sanctuary. For the past 17 years he attended both the Gordonsville Baptist Church and the Covenant Church of God in Charlottesville most every Sunday., Roy requested and his family wishes that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Building Fund of the Gordonsville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 926, Gordonsville, VA 22942. In addition, the family wishes to express their deep appreciation to the nurses, cna's and therapist s of the Laurels for their tender and respectful care of Roy., Preddy Funeral Home of Gordonsville is in charge of arrangements and invites all to attend the family night from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2009., The funeral will be held at the Gordonsville Baptist Church 11 a.m. Monday, November 16, 2009. |
Ruby Mae 'Sissy" McIntyre Ruby Mae "Sissy" McIntyre , age 67, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, in Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, Tenn. She was born on Jan. 2, 1942, to the late Emory Ruby Kate Suit McIntyre. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Lloyd and Franklin McIntyre; and one sister, Pearl Louise McIntyre who died at birth. Survivors Include: two sisters and brother-in-law, Betty Stovall, Glade Spring, Va., Dorothy Greer and husband Charles, Marion, Va.; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Bobby Joe McIntyre of the home, Kenneth McIntyre and wife Nita, Atkins, Va., Clarence McIntyre and wife Faye, Atkins; six nieces; five nephews; eight great-nephews; four great- nieces; and one great-reat- nephew She loved all her nieces and nephews and they loved her. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion, with Rev. Herman Cress officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the McIntyre family. |
RICHMOND - Sally Bryant Ripley died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009., She was born May 22, 1946, in Newport News, Va. She graduated from York High School in 1964 and the University of Virginia in 1968., She was preceded in death by her parents, Melville I. Bryant and Lillian Shepherd; and her brother, Richard Bruce Bryant., She is survived by her son, Marcus Judson Ripley of Virginia Beach; brothers, Robert Bolling Bryant (Patricia) of Yorktown, and Melville I. Bryant Jr. (Mary) of Ohio. She is also survived by seven nephews and four nieces., A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at St. Mathew's Episcopal Church, 1101 Forest Ave., Richmond, VA 23229., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the, , 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Dorothy E. Salter NORFOLK - Dorothy E. Salter, 50, died Nov. 7, 2009. She was born Aug. 1, 1959 to Hazel Salter and the late Jonas Salter Sr. She leaves her mother, Hazel Salter; one son, Barry Salter (Keisha); three grandchildren, five sisters, one brother and a host of family and friends. A funeral will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Hughes and Chapman Funeral Home, 406 S. Main St., Norfolk, Berkley area., Make a memorial contribution |
POPE, Samuel E. Jr. Due to adverse weather conditions, the graveside funeral services for Mr. Pope of Drewryville has been rescheduled to Capron United Methodist Church at 2:30 p.m. today (Friday). The family will receive friends at the church following the services. Burial will be at a later date. Purviance Funeral Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son is handling arrangements. |
Leslie Virginia Edwards Sherwood, 71, of Galax, Va., passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Funeral 1:30 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2009, at Galax First Assembly of God Church., Make a memorial contribution |
McSWEENEY, Rev. Shirley Ann realized there was a better place waiting for her on November 10, 2009. She was a retired employee of the Richmond City Health Department. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary McSweeney. She leaves to cherish her memory one sister, Linda McSweeney; one brother, Jerome McSweeney (Janice); one stepsister, Dr. Maggie McSweeney of Silver Springs, Md.; two nieces, one devoted, Shemelle McSweeney; seven nephews; a host of great-nieces and nephews, one devoted, Joquan McSweeney; a host of other relatives and friends, among them devoted, Cathy Vaughan, Joyce Beavers and Joyce Criss. Family will receive friends Friday (today), 7 to 8 p.m. at the Brunson's Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Streets. Homegoing services will be held Saturday, 1 p.m., at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Rd. Dr. Lance D. Watson, pastor, officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery. Robert M. Brunson Sr. and Jr., directors. |
Mr. Sidney West, of 20406 Ravensbourne Drive, Ettrick, Va., died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at his residence. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
Silas G. Clark BRISTOL, Va. Silas G. Clark, age 87, passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2009, at NHC Healthcare of Bristol. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jess L. and Lula Harrison Clark; two sisters, Arnetta Payne and Irene Estes; his wife, Dorotha M. Clark. He was a member of Central Presbyterian Church. He worked for Bristol Steel and Permatile as an engineer. Survivors include his son, Stephen G. Clark and wife Vickie of Bristol Tennessee; two grandchildren, Andrew and Kinsey Clark. The funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at Central Presbyterian Church, with Dr. David Wadsworth officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends from 2 -3 p.m. Sunday prior to the service at Central Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Central Presbyterian Church, 301 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA 24201. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Clark. |
TAYLOR, Sister Mattie C., 84, departed this life November 7, 2009. She is survived by her devoted daughter and caregiver, Jean Simmons; granddaughter, Selina Dowe (Brian); three great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Cassie Powell (Jessie) of Roanoke, Va.; brother, John Taylor of Newport News, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Queen and Virginia Taylor; brother-in-law, Willie Rose of Yale, Va.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and her Timothy Baptist Church family. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 14, 2009, 11 a.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, 2811 Fendall Avenue. Rev. A. Lincoln James Jr. officiating. Eulogy Rev. Able Cary. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Remains may be viewed at the funeral home Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sister Taylor was a faithful member of Timothy Baptist Church, 3 West Marshall St., where she presented gospel programs every Sunday night for over 45 years. Remains will rest in church after 10 a.m. Saturday. |
Beatrice A. Slater, 93, of Wirtz, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Private arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-5533., Make a memorial contribution |
Joseph Colis (Joe) Sleeper Jr., 88, of Huddleston, Va., died Thursday, November 12, 2009. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
Lillian C. Smith PORTSMOUTH - Lillian C. Smith, 76, of the 1500 block of Carson Crescent East, died Nov. 10, 2009. She retired as a teacher from the New York Department of Education and was a former member of Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Penn of Raleigh, N.C.; her son, Michael J. McClure (Denise) of Chesapeake; six sisters, Vandelyn Smith, Janice Smith, Marcia Brown (Maxell), Emma Trotman, Iris Creekmur (Edwin) and Melba Abney; two brothers, James T. Smith Jr. (Georgia) and Keevin Smith; four grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pearl B. and James T. Smith Sr. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Fisher Funeral Home Chapel, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth. Burial will be in Lincoln Cemetery. Viewing will be today from noon to 7 p.m. The family will be at 1903 Jefferson St., Portsmouth., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Michael (Mike) SMITH 11-13-1953 8-10-2008, "Happy 2nd Birthday in Heaven", We will love and cherish our memories forever., Love always,, Your loving wife ~ Marie, and Daughter ~ Laura, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St. in Pembroke with burial following in Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at the funeral home chapel with Pastor Heath B. Burris officiating. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Make a memorial contribution |
Survivors include a daughter, Judith W. Hudnall and her husband, Walter of Florida; two sons, Joseph E. Williams Jr. and his wife, Brenda of Williamsburg, and Michael B. Williams and his wife, Pattie of Arkansas; sister, Nancy Minich of Pennsylvania; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a very loving and faithful church family at York River Baptist Church, where she had been a member., The family will receive friends at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at York River Baptist Church, followed by a service at 7 p.m., officiated by Pastor Bill Cashman. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in Peninsula Memorial Park., In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the York River Baptist Church Deacon's Fund, 8201 Croaker Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188. |
GLOUCESTER - Tonet Vanessa Jones Robinson was born May 6, 1968. She went to rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Nov. 9, 2009., She was preceded in death by her sister, Melinda Jones., She is survived by her loving children, Briana and Elliot Robinson of Richmond; her parents, George Calvin Jones and Sadie Belle Jones of Gloucester; three sisters, Carla Ruffin of Gloucester, Patricia Jones of Newport News, and Gail Holley of Richmond; two nieces; four nephews; and one great-niece., The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at the New Mount Zion Baptist Church, Woods Cross Roads. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Viewing will be from 2 to 8 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, at the J.K. Redmond Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
ROBINSON, Tonet Vanessa Jones, was born May 6, 1968. She went to rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 9, 2009. She was preceded in death by her sister, Melinda Jones. She is survived by her loving children, Briana and Elliot Robinson of Richmond; her parents, George Calvin Jones and Sadie Belle Jones of Gloucester; three sisters, Carla Ruffin of Gloucester, Patricia Jones of Newport News and Gail Holley of Richmond; two nieces; four nephews and one great-niece. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the New Mount Zion Baptist Church, Woods Cross Roads. Interment in the church cemetery. Viewing will be 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the J.K. Redmond Funeral Home. |
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Evelyn Virginia Carson Waller Evelyn Virginia Carson Waller, 89, of Richmond and formerly of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009. She was the beloved wife of the late James Waller. She was born June 1, 1920, in Campbell County, a daughter of the late Joseph Thomas Carson Sr. and the late Annie Martin Carson. Evelyn retired from Guggenheimer Nursing Home, where she was the director of nursing for many years. She was a member of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church. She is survived by her brothers, the Rev. Joseph T. Carson Jr. and wife, Bernice, and the Rev. Louis E. Carson and wife, Geneva, all of Richmond; her sister-in-laws, Ruth Carson and Alice Carson, both of Lynchburg; and a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was predeceased by five brothers and one sister, Royal William Carson, Aurelius Paul Carson, Earl Richardson Carson, Joseph Esmus Carson, Samuel Aurelius Carson and Annie Viola Walton. A graveside funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Red House Cemetery, Route 615, Charlotte County, with the Rev. Joseph T. Carson III presiding. In lieu of the flowers, please consider St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, 9801 Fort King Road, Richmond, VA 23229. Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharp funeralhome.com. |
In Loving Memory Of Martin M. Van Buren, III November 13, 1984 - May 8, 2007 We have learned the saying, life isn't fair. Sometimes the pain is so hard to bare. We will never get over the fact that you are not here. And for you we will always shed a tear. Happy 25th Birthday Love always Mandy, Make a memorial contribution |
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Mrs. Ercil Robertson Walton, 81, of Gretna, Va., passed away Thursday, November 12, 2009. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Gretna., Make a memorial contribution |
. They suggest memorial contributions to Lee Memorial Baptist Church 2430 Gum Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321 or to Sentara Home Care Services, 535 Independence Parkway, Suite 200, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Online condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, from Fairmont Baptist Church with the Rev. Leonard Castleman and the Rev. John Cochran officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Military Honors by American Legion Post #6. The family requests that donations be made in Billy's name to the , 1079-C Spruce Street, Martinsville, Va. 24112 or to the , 2728 Colonial Avenue, Suite 2, Roanoke, Va. 24015 or to Fairmont Baptist Church, 1669 Bethlehem Road, Boones Mill, Va. 24065. Friends may call after 3 p.m. on Monday, November 16, 2009, with his family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Flora Funeral Service, exclusive provider for "Veterans & Family Memorial Care," Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Glorious Church of God. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home, 540-345-9100., Make a memorial contribution |
Richard Woodson White, 77, of Bedford, Va., died Wednesday, November 11, 2009. A celebration of Woodson's life will be conducted 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2009, in the Tharp Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, Va., 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
to celebrate his life will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at Zion Christian Church by Dr. J.J. Ferguson and the Rev. Ben Fitzgearld. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will be at 176 Rochdale Lane, Suffolk. The body will be taken to the church at 10:30 a.m. Crocker Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
William Fred Tauscher Sr. BRISTOL, Va. William Frederick "Bill" Tauscher Sr., age 93, went to be with his beloved wife and his Lord on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at Wellmont Hospice House after a brief illness. He was born on Oct. 3, 1916, in Knoxville, Tenn. moving to Bristol Virginia, at the age of five. He was the son of the late John Frederick and Pansy Black Tauscher. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Ruth Frye Tauscher; stepmother, Virginia Tauscher; two brothers, Robert and David Tauscher; and sister, Betty Lou Robinson. Bill was a lifelong member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. He was a graduate of Virginia High School and Georgia Military Academy. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, joining in January 1945, and serving in the Pacific, Okinawa, Iwo Jimo and Saipan. He was an expert machinist, retiring from Monroe Calculating of Bristol. He had worked with his father at Bristol Paper Box Company. He worked in security for the TVA at South Holston and Douglas Dams. He loved gardening, hunting, fishing, hiking and the outdoors. He loved his family and was a devoted Christian. Survivors include one daughter, Linda Phillips and husband Darrell of Bristol Virginia; six sons, William F. Tauscher Jr. and wife Judy of Wildwood, Fla., James M. Tauscher and wife Lee of Bristol Tennessee, John F. Tauscher and wife Gail of San Diego, Allan Tauscher of Sarasota, Fla., Phillip W. Tauscher and wife Patty and Everett L. Tauscher and fianc‚e Sharon Williams, all of Bristol Virginia; one brother, Doug Tauscher of Rock Hill, S.C.; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Gary Chenoweth officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, with military rites conducted by the Bristol VFW Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Craig Phillips, Wil Tauscher, Mark Tauscher, Jon Tauscher, Charles Penley and Aaron Steele. The family will receive friends from 1 2 p.m. Saturday prior to the service at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Memorial contributions may be sent to Redeemer Lutheran Church, 672 Island Road., Bristol, VA 24201. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Tauscher. |
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will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at 2 p.m. at Enoch Baptist Church, 5641 Herbert Moore Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake, is in charge of arrangements. We invite you to send a condolence message to the family's guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
HAMPTON - Wilmon Floyd, 65, of Hampton, departed this life on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009., He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Mrs. Julia Floyd of Hampton, Va.; sister, Fannie Charity of Newport News, Va.; brothers, Daniel Floyd of Orange, N.J., and Elmer Floyd of Greenville, N.C.., A viewing will be held from noon to 8 p.m. today, Nov. 12, 2009, at the funeral home. A Homegoing service will be held at noon Friday, Nov.13, 2009, at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. The Floyd family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton. (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
A funeral service for Baby Zaniyah Vaughan-Singleton will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Jeffrey L. Reaves Sr., senior pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery., The family will receive friends at 843 S. Jones St., Petersburg, Va., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Baby Vaughan-Singleton online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Grace Lutheran Church in Rural Retreat. The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Appalachain Trail Conservancy, P.O. Box 807, Harpers Ferry, W.Va. 25425 or to the , P.O. Box 958, Wytheville, Va. 24382. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
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