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Surviving are her sons, Wayne Thomas Fretwell, Williamsburg, Clyde Tomas "Tom" Fretwell Jr., Tampa, Fla.; daughters, Neldra "Kitty" Hudgins, Williamsburg, Doris Hower and husband, Don, Williamsburg; brother, Robert Marshall, Newport News; sister, Barabara Grant, Alexandria, Va.; great-aunt, Geneva Spencer, N.C.; sister-in-law, Janet Marshall, Gloucester; grandchildren, Clyde Thomas "Bunji" Fretwell III and wife, Kristina, Tampa, Fla., Mary "Sissie" Hayes, Lynchburg, Kim Fretwell, Tampa, Fla.; great-grandchildren, Chelsea, Clyde Thomas Fretwell IV, Chloe Fretwell, Christian Fretwell, Ashton Fretwell, all of Tampa., There will be a funeral service Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at 3 p.m. in the Bucktrout Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 2p.m. until service time. Interment will follow in the Cedar Grove Cemetery. Online condolences may be registered at |
In Loving Memory Of Our Father Fred Albergottie, Jr. December 3, 1926 - November 17, 1973 Gone from our sight, but never our memories. Gone from our touch, but never our hearts. We will always miss you. Love, Your Family, Make a memorial contribution |
Rhett interned as an NBC page and loved sharing tales of the stars that came before his desk. In 1961, he came west and played a Zook brother across from his real brother, Arthur King, in a production of Plain and Fancy at the Pasadena Playhouse, before following the coast up to San Francisco. In the early 70's Rhett began to direct his love of rhythm and voice into poetry. He often said he loved nothing more than a blank page and he wrote on a daily basis. Musicality and joy of word play influenced his work, which he read at dozens of San Francisco venues, riffing on reminiscences and daily life. Years of training as a singer and at the National Academy of Broadcasting came through in the mesmerizing smoothness of his lovely, baritone voice. As an artist and person, Rhett was a mentor and an inspiration to many. He made connections throughout the art community of San Francisco. He attended writing workshops at Central City Hospitality House and the Tenderloin Reflection and Education Center, where he also sat on the Board of Directors., Rhett was a great believer in treating oneself with kindness, just as we would others we care about. Deeply spiritual and philosophical, Rhett helped establish the Tenderloin Self-Help center and was one of the original peer counselors who went to Esalen for training in reflective-listening. In 1989 his book Man OffBeat was published by Freedom Voices, and reprinted in 1990 and '94., This past decade, Rhett enjoyed creating colorful sketches while continuing to write and play music. He generously shared his work with family and friends., Rhett is survived by three cherished brothers and their families, William and wife, Pat, Gray and Peggy, and King, formerly married to Toni; nieces and nephews, Susan, Jane, Alice, Tricia, Megan, Danny, Reid, Robbie, Billy, Hal and other extended family. |
HEYWARD, Allan McAlpin, 87, of Richmond, died November 16, 2009 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Marianna Chapin Marshall Heyward; his children, Allan McAlpin Heyward Jr. and Virginia Randolph Heyward of Richmond, Roberta Guerard Heyward Perkins of Reading, England, and Wayne Marshall Heyward of Sebattus, Maine; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was born May 14, 1922 in Savannah, Georgia, and graduated from The Citadel in Charleston, S.C. He was a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during the Second World War and the occupation of Japan. He was recalled to service in the Korean War, and served in Korea. He was a civil engineer and worked for many years for Virginia Engineering Company (later Basic Construction) in Newport News. In 1964, he was appointed by then Governor Harrison to serve on the Virginia Board of Conservation and Economic Development, to which he was reappointed in 1968. He left Virginia to work for Daniel International in Greenville, S.C. He then moved to Richmond in the early 1970s while with Daniel International, to oversee construction of the Philip Morris cigarette manufacturing plant in Chesterfield. In 1974, he founded Heyward Construction Company (which became Heyward & Lee Construction), from which he retired. He was an avid and active sailor and outdoorsman. He was a member and past Commodore of the Southwest Harbor Fleet in Maine, and past president of Deep Run Hunt Club. He was a member and past President-General of the Society of Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and a member of the Society of Colonial Wars and of the Sons of the Revolution in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He was also a member of the Commonwealth Club, the Fox Hill Beagles and the Farmington Beagles in Charlottesville. He was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church in Richmond and St. John and St. Andrew Episcopal Church in Southwest Harbor, Maine. His remains will be interred at St. Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah, Georgia. |
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. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. 366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Angela U. Yourgal, 84, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009., She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles J. Yourgal; her parents, two brothers and two sisters., Left to cherish her memory are her two sons, George Yourgal of Fayetteville, N.C., and Robert Yourgal and his wife, Debbie, and her granddaughters, Monica and Loren Yourgal, all of Seaford; her niece and five nephews; extended family, including Mildred, and the many friends who loved her dearly., A Christian Wake Service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Weymouth Funeral Home. Visitation will follow the wake service. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Weymouth Funeral Home by the Rev. Joseph Majewski. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. |
BOLAND, Ann Kleckley, 58, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 15, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter C. and Marian M. Kleckley; and daughter, Rachel A. Boland. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Steve Boland; son, Russell S. Boland; and brother, Jim Kleckley (Sheila) of Greenville, N.C. Ann was a Henrico County Master Gardener, a past president of P.E.O. Richmond Chapter and a member of Three Chopt Presbyterian Church. She was a 1972 University of South Carolina graduate, where she was in the first computer science program graduating class and held the Certificate in Data Processing (C.D.P.). Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, at Three Chopt Presbyterian Church. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, November 19, in Greenlawn Memorial Park in Columbia, S.C., with the family to receive friends 12 to 2 p.m. at Greenlawn Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society . |
POQUOSON - Anna Firth Fiese, 82, the mother of Debbie Insley and Joe Blanchard, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009. The family will be at 13 Bay Street, Poquoson. Arrangements, by Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, are incomplete. Online condolences to |
JONES, Mrs. Audrey Faye Ayers, 69, of Chester, died Sunday, November 15, 2009. Born in Carroll County, Virginia, Mrs. Jones was a retired school teacher with the Chesterfield County School System and a member of XI Gamma Omicron of Beta Sigma Phi. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin Arnold and Loretta Banks Ayers. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Edwards Jones; and daughter, Jennifer, both of Chesterfield; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Wednesday, November 18, 2009 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hopewell chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Thursday, November 19, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Hopewell chapel, with The Rev. Dorsey Howard officiating. Interment will be in Merchants Hope Memorial Gardens, Prince George County. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com. |
William V. Austin, 90, of Hillsville, Va., passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday, November 20, 2009, VaughanGuynnMcGrady Chapel, Hillsville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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GLOUCESTER - Barbara Ann Koval, age 66, died at her home Nov. 15, 2009, surrounded by family., Barbara was a native of Pennsylvania and retired from International Union Operating Engineer Local #17, as a bookkeeper. She was a member of Loyal Order of Moose, Hamburg, N.Y. She was an avid Buffalo Bills football fan, enjoyed crocheting for her grandchildren and nieces, and working puzzles., Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Catherine Koval., She is survived by daughters, Danette Fisher and husband, James, and Bernice Detig; four grandchildren, Krista, Arianna, Darielle and Justin; great-granddaughter, Emily; sisters, Catherine Koval and friend, Mark Bernard, and Sharon Wright and husband, David; two nieces, Abby and Casey., A service of Christian Mass, officiated by the Rev. James Cowles, will be held at 7 p.m. tonight, Nov. 17, 2009, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home., In memory of our beloved Barbara, contributions may be given to Alpha-1 Foundation, Attention: Development Office, 2937 W. 27th Avenue, Suite 302, Miami, FL 33133; or Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, P. O. Box 1130, Gloucester, VA 23061 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Barbara Jane Bedell Sinnett A memorial service for Barbara Jane Bedell Sinnett will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at 5:30 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Lloyd Jones officiating. At the conclusion of the service, you may come join the family for 'food and fellowship' at Weavers Family Care Center across the street. At her request, her body was cremated and her ashes will be buried along with her husband in the VA National Cemetery in Mountain Home, Tenn. Because of her love for animals, Barbara would want you to send donations to the Holly Help Memorial Spay Fund, P.O. Box 1264, Bristol, VA 24203. Barbara Jane Bedell Sinnett, was promoted to glory on Oct. 25, 2009. Online condolences can be made at, Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
RODRIGUEZ, Beatrice H., 85, of Richmond, died November 13, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow A. Rodriguez. Survivors include two children, The Rev. Sidney E. Rodriguez and Connie L. Rodriguez, Ph.D.; and one granddaughter, Joy C. Rodriguez. Mrs. Rodriguez was an excellent seamstress, loved animals, especially dogs, had a wonderful sense of humor, and was a lifelong member of the Baptist church. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the U.S. Humane Society. |
POWELL, Bertha Mae, 71, of Richmond, died November 10, 2009. She was a native of Emporia, Va. She was preceded in death by her son, Calvin Powell. Surviving are her son, Alvin Powell; two grandchildren, Orlando R. Powell and Anthony L. Williams; five sisters, Irene Phipps (Robert), Hattie M. Adams, Joyce Ann Lundy (Melvin), Rebecca J. Robinson (Willie) and Alma B. Irby (John); two brothers, John H. Adams (Martha) and Walter G. Adams (Mary E.); a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where the family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 17, from 6 to 7 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 18, at 1 p.m. Rev. Willie R. Irby officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. |
Billy King Blaylock BRISTOL, Tenn. Graveside services for Billy King Blaylock will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at 2 p.m. in Oak Lawn Cemetery in Baltimore. Online condolences may be registered at, Billy King Blaylock, age 78, passed away on Nov. 13, 2009, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
COMPTON, Billy, 64, of Chester, passed away November 16, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Compton; and a granddaughter, Lauren Compton. He is survived by his daughter, Diane Overfield and her husband, Dana; son, Michael Compton and his wife, Kristie; brothers, Charlie, Paul and Sherman Compton; grandchildren, Jeremy, Ashley, Katelyn and Megan Overfield and a grandson to be born soon, Bradley William Compton; a cherished friend, Dorothy Castle; and many friends. His family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at Walthall Baptist Church, followed by interment at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Walthall Baptist Church Building Fund, 14001 Woodsedge Rd., Colonial Heights, Va. 23834. |
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and reception celebrating the life of Mr. Bradley will be held at the Trinity Chapel at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay, 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in honor of Mr. Bradley to either the Tidewater Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 1032 Heatherwood Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 or to the Fairmont State University Foundation, 1201 Locust Ave., Fairmont, WV 26554., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be at Oakey's South Chapel at 12 noon, Thursday, November, 19, 2009. A reception will follow. A complete obituary will be published in The Roanoke Times on Wednesday. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel. 1-540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
HARDING, Carl Wendell, on Friday, November 13, 2009, God sent His heavenly angels to receive, Carl. At and early age Carl accepted Christ into his life. He was currently attending church with his wife and children. Carl attended Prince Edward County Schools and graduated from Prince Edward High School in 1989. He was currently employed by the VCU School of Dentistry as the Manager of Clinical Services, where he was loved and adored by many. Carl leaves to cherish his memory a loving wife, Tara Warren Harding; three sons, Collin Scott Harding, Jakeem West and DeShawn Dont‚ Tatum; one daughter, Tiara Chart‚ Tatum; mother, Evelyn Harding (Gustav); god-mother, Mrs. Ethel Fisher; five aunts, one uncle, one great-aunt; devoted friend, James Deloatch III (Mildred); a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at Thirty-first Street Baptist Church, 823 N. 31st Street, Richmond, Va., the Rev. Dr. Morris Henderson, Senior Pastor, and Rev. Arnette White, Eulogist. Interment to follow at Washington Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (today), Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at the funeral establishment. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Harding online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. |
HOLT, Carl "Grandpa," 93, of Montpelier, the widower of Marguerite O. Holt, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2009. He was preceded in death by a son, Larry C. Holt. He is survived by a daughter, Linda R. Holt; a son, Ronald L. (Linda) Holt; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mr. Holt retired as Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy, serving during WWII. He was a member of Ashland Masonic Lodge #168 A.F. & A.M., a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies, and was a longtime member of Zion Christian Church in Beaverdam. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, and where services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, with burial in Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Zion Christian Church, P.O. Box 55, Beaverdam, Va. 23015. |
On Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, God sent His heavenly angels to receive Mr. Carl Wendell Harding., At and early age Carl accepted Christ into his life. He was currently attending church with his wife and children. Carl attended Prince Edward County Schools and graduated from Prince Edward High School in 1989., He was currently employed by the VCU School of Dentistry as the manager of Clinical Services, where he was loved and adored by many., Carl leaves to cherish his memory, a loving wife, Tara Warren Harding; three sons, Collin Scott Harding, Jakeem West and DeShawn Donté Tatum; one daughter, Tiara Charté Tatum; mother, Evelyn Harding (Gustav); godmother, Mrs. Ethel Fisher; five aunts; one uncle; one great-aunt; devoted friend, James Deloatch III (Mildred); a host of other relatives and friend., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Thirty-first Street Baptist Church, 823 N. 31st St., Richmond, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Morris Henderson, senior pastor, and the Rev. Arnette White, eulogist. Interment to follow at Washington Memorial Park, Richmond, Va., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at the funeral establishment., The family will also receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling (804) 507-0635., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Harding 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, |
NEWPORT NEWS - Carol J. Steinmetz, 62, of Newport News, Va., originally of New Jersey, passed away on Nov. 10, 2009., She is survived by two sons, Ronald Jr., and Eric; granddaughter, Samantha; four sisters and two brothers; a host of nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. |
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 |
In Loving Memory of Ashley Renee CHAFFIN 11/17/85 5/3/09, Dear Mommy,, They tell me today is your birthday so I am wishing you a very Happy Birthday., I don't understand where you are but they tell me you are in heaven with Jesus., Please tell Jesus that I would like for him to take special care of you and give you a big birthday party., HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOMMY, I miss you and love you so much., Your little Lacey Lou, Make a memorial contribution |
ANDERSON, Charles, of Ruther Glen, Va., departed this life on November 16, 2009. His remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005. Funeral notice later. |
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LA FRATTA, Charles A., 84, of Richmond, passed away November 16, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Lena P. La Fratta; and brother, James B. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nancy K. La Fratta; their eight children, Carolyn L. Sternowski (Robert), Joan L. Kolenich (Tom), Laurence A. La Fratta (Charlotte), Mark J. La Fratta (Cynthia), Charles F. La Fratta (Sharron), John G. La Fratta (Lisa), Mary M. La Fratta, Lisa L. Lillie (Todd); 30 grandchildren; five (soon to be seven) great-grandchildren; three sisters, Dorothy Muller, Ann Ashworth, Jeanne Patente; numerous cousins; relatives and friends. He was in the NROTC at the University of Notre Dame (Class of '47) after serving in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S Intrepid. He was commissioned in the U.S. Marine Corps and was appointed Military Aide-de-Camp to several Virginia governors. He also served as volunteer band director at Benedictine for more than 20 years. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening, November 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. followed by a Christian Wake at 7 p.m. at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held the following day at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Gayton Road. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor. |
Born in Suffolk, he had been a longtime Hampton resident. Charles worked 19 years at Langley Air Force Base. He was a huge WW II history buff and was a member of the Commemorative Air Force from 1995-2009, with a rank of Colonel., Charles is survived by his sister-in-law, Mary Tyree and husband, Albert; and his friends and co-workers., A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, with interment to follow in Whaleyville United Methodist Church Cemetery. Friends will gather from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home., The family requests that memorial contributions be sent to the |
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Clarence "Benny" Lyons MARION, Va. Clarence "Benny" Lyons, age 65, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, in the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va. Mr. Lyons was born in West Virginia to the late Ford and Mamie Edna Lyons, and was retired from the Brunswick Defense Corporation. Survivors include: one daughter, Robin Lyons Combs and husband Stacy, Atkins; two stepdaughters, Tammy Sexton Marion and Tina Freeman and husband David, Marion; two sisters, Mae Baker, South Carolina, and Agnes Neal, Florida; grandchildren, Steven Combs, Dalton Sexton and Nikki Freeman; wife and friend, Betty Lyons; also survived by several nieces and nephews and many friends. At the request of Mr. Lyons, all services will be private. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the Lyons family. |
Lewis Arthur Clark, 74, of Roanoke, Va., died Saturday, November 14, 2009. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Roma Ann Coffey, 67, went to be with our Lord on Friday, November 13, 2009. A long time resident of Salem, Va., she is survived by many friends, family and neighbors. She brought much joy and love to the life of her special friends, John and Cheri Lankford. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal," Irish proverb., Arrangements are entrusted to Lotz Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Salem, Va. (540) 389-9208., Make a memorial contribution |
Cosentino, Elsie Schumacher - Elsie Schumacher Cosentino Elsie Schumacher Cosentino, age 95, passed away Saturday November 14, 2009 at Westminster Retirement Community in Woodbridge, Virginia. Ms. Cosentino was .... |
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will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, November 19. 2009 at Woodlawn United Methodist Church, Dr. Louis Strickler will officiate. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 2922 Corbieshaw Rd., Roanoke, Va., 24015. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel. 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roger L. Graves officiating. Interment will follow in the Huffville Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Send Online Condolences by visiting, . Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution |
Dale Herbert Poston CASTLEWOOD, Va. Dale Herbert Poston, 48, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at his home in the Dickensonville community. He was born in St. Paul, Va., son of the late Paul and Lottie Jo Robinson Slemp Poston. He was preceded in death by one brother, Billy Slemp; twins, Ruth and Luther Slemp; maternal grandparents, B.F. "Curly" and Sophia Robinson; and paternal grandparents, Harvey and Sallie Poston. He worked as a brick mason. He was avid hunter and outdoorsman. He is survived by one daughter, Kayla Marie Poston of Castlewood; five sisters, Cathy Poston Booker and husband Joe of Dante, Va., Rita Slemp Mullins of Castlewood, Delores Slemp Carroll and husband Larry of St. Paul, Va., Linda Slemp Harvey and husband Joe of Castlewood and Margaret Slemp Yeary and husband Dennis of Castlewood; three brothers, Arthur Slemp of Castlewood, Robert Slemp of Dante and Roy Slemp and wife Judy of St. Paul; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Dale Herbert Poston will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood, with Rev. Curtis Dalton and Rev. Ted Phillips officiating. Committal services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, in Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home and go in procession to the cemetery leaving at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Pallbearers will be nephews and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in Castlewood Funeral Home. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Sue Prill and Dr. Tisdale, and all the staff of Cancer Outreach Center in Abingdon, Wellmont Hospice, and Patsy, Freda, Ashley, and Susie. Online condolences may be sent to the Poston family through our Web site and a video tribute may be viewed at, Castlewood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. |
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FETTY, David Ray, April 20, 1985 to November 14, 2009. Our beloved David completed his earthly journey on November 14, 2009. He was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Beverly Isemann. David will be held closely in the hearts of his soulmate, Amber; his mom, Karen Fetty; and dad, Ray Fetty; his four siblings, Mark, Stephen, Jonathan and Grace; a niece, Jordan Stacie Fetty; a near sister-in-law, Jessica Graves; and an extended family including his paternal grandparents, Ralph and Reba Jean Fetty; and maternal grandfather, Fred W. Isemann Jr.; and stepgrandmother, Tink; aunts and uncles, Laura and Harold Smith, Glenda and Greg Groome, Mark and Sylvia Fetty, and Frank Isemann; and his cousins, Michael, Christopher, Brittany, Kevin, Cody, Ian, Jenny, Allison and Lauren. Also, "sister and brothers," Sarah, Burk, Gabe, Woodle, and Bruce. David will be remembered with a smile by a multitude of friends and acquaintances, young and old, from all walks of life. A memorial service will be held at Blackwell Auditorium on the campus of Randolph-Macon College, 203 Henry Street Ashland, Va. on Saturday, November 21 at 2 p.m. in the afternoon. Following, the family will host an open house celebration of David's life at his mom's house, 138 Beverly Rd., Ashland, Va., as David would have it. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Friends of Neuroscience, c/o NSICU MCVH, 1213 East Clay St., Richmond, Va. 23298. |
Davis, Francis Merrill - Francis Merrill Davis Francis Merrill Davis, 78, of Manassas, VA passed away Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at Prince William Hospital. Mr. Davis was born .... |
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Denny was born July 9, 1957, in Orlando, Fla., and made Williamsburg his home for more than 20 years. He enjoyed being a Master Plumber, Working for himself, and for years with Cyphers Plumbing., Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, partner, and best friend of 19 years, Claudine, and their loving son, Joshua; Denny's loving mother, Kay Finger; his sisters, Pam Supplee, Valerie Finger; and brother, Kenny Finger; along with many wonderful nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his father, Sandy; and aunt, Norma., A Memorial Service will be held at Nelson Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 11 a.m., The Finger Family would like to give a heart felt thank you to all those who helped with Denny's care, including family, friends, Dr. Thomas Tillman and staff, the staff of Hospice, and MCV. |
Dewey "Shorty" Whitehead Sr. MEADOWVIEW, Va. Dewey "Shorty" Whitehead, 95, passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born June 21, 1914, in Carter County, Tenn., and was a son of the late Lloyd and Hedi Ward Whitehead. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served during World War II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cleatis Mitchell Whitehead; and one grandson, Kenneth Roger Whitehead. Survivors are his children, Patsy McVey and husband Dan of Meadowview, Judy Davis of Abingdon, Don Whitehead and wife Wilma of Abingdon, Ruby Diane Whitehead of Meadowview, Scotty Whitehead and wife Peggy of Abingdon, Dewey Kenneth Whitehead and wife Katherine of Abingdon and Brenda Alexander and husband June of Abingdon; 12 grandchildren; 23 great- grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Linda Hughes of Hampton, Tenn., and Georgia Darnell of Kingsport, Tenn.; as well as several other family members and friends. The family would also like to especially thank all the 4th floor nurses and staff at Johnston Memorial Hospital for their exceptional care. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens on Lee Highway in Abingdon, with Rev. Roger O'Quinn and Rev. Roger Hearl officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be Raymond Warren, Glenn Mitchell, Justin Whitehead, Michael Whitehead, Daniel Whitehead and Ricky McVey. Honorary Pallbearers will be friends and neighbors. Highlands Fellowship Veteran's Honor Guard will conduct military honors at the cemetery. Those wishing to go in procession to the cemetery are asked to meet at Farris Funeral Service by 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. The family will be receiving friends at Farris Funeral Service from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
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s, 2 p.m., today, in the Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, 586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
DICKERSON, Doris Talley, 95, of Richmond, passed away November 16, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Dickerson. She is survived by her daughter, Doris Castlebury; her son, Myron Dickerson and his wife, Betty Jo; 11 grandchildren, Patricia Lane, Cynthia Bradshaw, Sarah Bryant, James Campbell, Ronald Castlebury, Gerald Castlebury, Gregory Castlebury, Jeffrey Castlebury, Joanna Elson, Elizabeth Henderson and Paul Dickerson; 28 great-grandchildren, 17 great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Alma Dix and Ethel McBride. Doris was retired from DuPont and was a member of Providence United Methodist Church. Her family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where a funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
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He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ellen Marie Callis., He is survived by his wife, Sally Callis; a daughter, Mabel Foster and special son-in-law, Paul of Mathews, Va.; grandson, Heath Foster and wife, Carrie of Portland, Ore.; granddaughter, Bethany and her husband, William Allen Walker of Bavon, Va.; great-granddaughter, Kacey Walker; his dog, "Susie" and many special nieces and nephews., The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Mathews. A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., in the Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be private. |
Mary Elizabeth Douthat, born December 13, 1927, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Lewis Gale Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Roger; two sons, David and Roger; two daughters, Donna and Sharon; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Besides being a loving wife, mother and friend to many, she was a dedicated member of the Christian Science Church, and her passion for working with children shown through in both her professional and public life. She will be dearly missed by all who had the honor of knowing her. A memorial will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at the Douthat residence for family and close friends., Make a memorial contribution |
Wednesday at 2 p.m. at A. Vest & Sons Funeral Home, White Gate., Make a memorial contribution |
HENDERSON, Edith Mae Pollard Mayo, entered into eternal life November 13, 2009. Professional services of comfort entrusted to the: |
Edward Ralph Flanary Sr. GREENVILLE, S.C. Reverend Edward Ralph Flanary Sr. passed into his eternal home on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009. in Greenville. Rev. Flanary was born on July 17, 1916, on Stoney Creek near Fort Blackmore, Va. He graduated from Dungannon High School and married his sweetheart, Beulah H. Greear, on Jan. 6, 1937. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton M. Flanary and Maude Elizabeth Harris Flanary; and siblings, Kyle Harris Flanary, Rex Ward Flanary and Ann Flanary Long. He is survived by his wife, Beulah; and six children, Jean McReynolds and husband Joe, Bristol Virginia, Barbara Button and husband Gilbert, Greenville, Carolyn Helms and husband Fred, Gate City, Va., Edward Ralph Flanary Jr. and wife Joli, Greenville, Kathy Hall, Floyd, Va., and Patty Sanders, Greenville. He is further survived by 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; his sister, Thelma Flanary Cole, Milford, Del.; and special sister-in-law, Elsie Greear, Dungannon, Va.; several nieces and nephews. Reverend Flanary is a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II. He accepted the call to the ministry in approximately 1953 and continued in ministry until age 90. He served as pastor of Dungannon Free Will Baptist Church for 13 years. He also served as pastor of Buffalo Free Will Baptist Church, Bull Run Free Will Baptist Church, Woodway Free Will Baptist Church, and Rock Lick Free Will Baptist Church, among others. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Gate City Funeral Home in Gate City, Va. The funeral service will follow at 7:30 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home, with Rev. Darrell Pickle and Rev. Steve Collins officiating. Military graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at the Osborne Cemetery in Hardwood, Va., Dungannon area, conducted by American Legion Hammond Post 3 and Gate City Post 265, and members of the Virginia National Guard. His grandsons will serve as pallbearers and his many friends in Bristol will serve as honorary pallbearers. Friends may call any time at the home of Fred and Carolyn Helms in Gate City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Free Will Baptist Church, 1741 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA 24201. Online guest registry is available at, Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Flanary family. |
with military honors will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Pendleton, N.C. Cemetery with the Rev. Michael Baugham officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at the Boykins Chapel of Wright Funeral Home and suggests memorials be made to the Boykins Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 347, Boykins, VA 23827. www., Make a memorial contribution |
McLEOD, Elizabeth Patrick, 89, of Doswell, the widow of William H. "W.H." McLeod, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 15, 2009. She was preceded in death by a son, Gerald Conrad McLeod. She is survived by four sons, Frank (Betsy) McLeod, Howard W. (Denise) McLeod, Lewis P. "L.P." (Gena) McLeod and Kenneth McLeod; three sisters, Eloise Rash, Dorothy Moyers and Helen Doss; one brother, Gordon Patrick; a niece, Dot Wyatt; also five grandchildren, Patricia Blake (Jeff), Will McLeod (Helen), Jeff McLeod (Monica), Kevin McLeod (Michelle) and Susan Anderson (Leonhardt); and 13 great-grandchildren. She was a member of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church and the Hanover Chapter #130 O.E.S. for over 50 years. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 18, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, where an Eastern Star service will be held at 7 p.m., and where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, with burial in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to Odyssey Hospice, 8000 Franklin Farms Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229. |
Zelda Marie Elkins EDENTON - Zelda Marie Elkins, 77, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, in Britthaven Nursing. Ms. Elkins was the daughter of the late Pearl Elizabeth Moore and Hoyt William Gaskins and the wife of the late Robert Elkins Sr. Mrs. Elkins is survived by her three sons, Raymond Fergerson, Joseph Fergerson, and Tommy Fergerson; three stepsons, Robert Elkins, Ricky Elkins and James Elkins; and one stepdaughter, Brenda E. Lussier; 24 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. Friends may sign the online register by visiting www., . A celebration of Ms. Elkins' life will be held at Evans Funerals and Cremations Chapel at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, with the Rev. Randy Peirce officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and other times at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Elkins on Yeopim Trial. Burial will be held in Arlington National Cemetery at 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. Memorials may be made to the Memorial Fund at Britthaven Nursing Home, 1341 Paradise Road, Edenton. Evans Funerals and Cremations of Edenton is serving the Elkins family., Make a memorial contribution |
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Eric was a graduate of Warwick High School's class of 1977. He attended Virginia State University and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1980- 1984., He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jesse and Ellen Furbush., Left to cherish his precious memories is his loving and devoted mother, Esther Furbush Howard; devoted friend, Casandra Howell-Furbush; four brothers, Gary Furbush and Dominicue Dixon of Newport News, Va., Albin Dixon of Houston, Texas, and David Banks of Charlottesville, Va.; and one sister, LeaNorma Marsh of Newport News, Va.; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends., Viewing will be held on Monday, Nov. 16, 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 Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Greater Walters A.M.E. Zion Church with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth W. Arrington Sr., Pastor. Burial will follow at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial., Service of celebration and remembrance are entrusted to M.E. Fisher Funeral Home, 757-245-3302, |
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WILSON, Eugene Kyle, 84, of Mineral, died Monday, November 16, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond. Born November 12, 1925 in Louisa County, he was the son of the late Clarence Quarles Wilson and Ethel Mays Wilson. Mr. Wilson was a lifelong home building contractor and co-owner of Wilson Brothers Construction, a lifetime member of Mineral Baptist Church, a loving husband and father and a great provider for his family. He was an Army veteran of WWII. A Bronze Star recipient, Wilson was a rifleman who fought his way across France and Germany with the Fighting 69th Infantry Division, helping to liberate Europe. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his four brothers, all of which fought in WWII, Harry Quarles Wilson, Clarence Mays Wilson, Marshall Wade Wilson and Edsel Willard Quarles Wilson; and one sister, Vivian Marie Wilson MacKay. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Ada Sharpe Wilson of Mineral; two daughters, Bernice Wilson Kube and husband, Edward, of Mineral and Jeanette Wilson Wade and husband, Thomas, of Chesterfield; a son, Douglas Mays Wilson and wife, Kammie, of Goochland; and five grandchildren, Janelle Kube of Henrico, Trey Kube of Mineral, Danielle and Elizabeth Wade of Chesterfield and Brandi Wilson of Goochland. Funeral services will be held at Mineral Baptist Church on Friday, November 20, at 1 p.m., with interment immediately afterwards in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the church sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, if you prefer, memorial contributions may be made to the Mineral Baptist Church Cemetery Fund. Arrangements are being handled by Woodward Funeral Home, Louisa. Visit www.woodwardfuneral.com for online guestbook. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Florence Ann Shelton Savage, 59, of Newport News, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at the home of her daughter, Angela M. Whitten, of Franklin, Va. Cremation services was provided by the Cremation Society of Virginia., She is survived by her daughter, Angela, and daughters, Kathryn Pemberton and Margaret Hendley of Parsons, Kan.; sons, Calvin Savage and Jeffrey Hendley; a sister, Sharon D. Heerdt of Hallwood, Va.; and brothers, Robert D. Shelton of Delbarton, W.Va., and James 'Andy' Shelton of Princess Ann, Md.;, also several grandchildren, nieces and nephews and friends., The family wishes to thank the staff of Heartland Hospice for their compassionate care during her illness., A memorial service was conducted Nov. 14, 2009, at the House of Prayer Holiness Church, in Franklin. |
Earl Foote Sr. CHESAPEAKE - On Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Mr. Earl Roland Foote Sr. passed. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Foote. He was born in Norfolk on March 8, 1921. He was predeceased by two sisters and two grandchildren. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Alma V. Foote of 64 years; two daughters, Dorthy Kennedy of Philadelphia; five sons, Earl Foote Jr., Leon Foote, LeAndrew Foote, Jerome Foote, Reginald Foote; and one daughter, Pamela Foote Lassiter, all of Chesapeake; one sister, Melvise Taborn of Norfolk; one brother, Larry Robinson of Chesapeake; three daughters-in-law, four sisters-in-law, 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by dear and close friends of many years. A special thanks to the Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. A funeral will be held Thursday, Nov. 19, at noon at New Hope United Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Graves Funeral Home is handling arrangements. www., Make a memorial contribution |
SHELTON, Frances Tate, 78, of Glen Allen, died November 14, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Duke Shelton. She is survived by her children, Kathy Flowers, W. D. Shelton, and his wife, Sherry, and Marshall Shelton and his wife, Karen; grandchildren, Ben, Shelly, and Elizabeth; three sisters; and one brother. The family will receive friends Monday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Hunton Baptist Church. Interment Calvary Christian Church Cemetery. |
Gail Jordan Simpson, 39, drew her last breath on Nov. 12, 2009, at Presbyterian Hospital, Hospice & Palliative Care in Charlotte, N.C. After nine months of strong determination, she finally succumbed to the overwhelming power of pancreatic cancer., She was born in Keene, N.H., on June 27, 1946. After moving with her family to Charlotte, N.C., she graduated from East Mecklenburg High School and resided in Charlotte for two decades until relocating to Brunswick County, Va., Gail is survived by her husband of 29 years, Defoy C. Simpson; her daughter, Heidi and husband, Jay McGinn; stepsons, Bobby Simpson and wife, Monica, and Rodney Simpson and wife, Amanda. Mrs. Simpson adored her grandchildren, Patrick and Ryan McGinn, Nick, Emily, Hillary, Rebekah and Jeremy Simpson. She is also survived by her mother, "Lindy" Jordan, widow of the late "Red" Jordan, as well as her siblings, Erik (Missy) Jordan, Diane Jordan Cline, Mike (Dena) Jordan and Steve (Evan) Jordan. The lasting impressions she made on her nieces, nephews and great-nephews will never be replaced: Carla, Matt, Celena, Dane, Ciji, Ivy, Will, Chase, Paige, Garrett, Korvin and Jake., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gail's name may be made for pancreatic cancer research in care of Hirshberg Foundation, 2990 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 300 C, Los Angeles, CA 90064 and/or to Animal Hospital of Emporia, 715 N. Main St., Emporia, VA 23847., A celebration of Gail's life and love will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jay McGinn at 14901 Wyndham Oaks Drive, Charlotte, NC 28277. A memorial service is being held at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Central Baptist Church, 6405 Courthouse Road, Church Road, Va. |
SNOKE, Galen Raymond, 90, of Richmond, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 15, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Glada Lee Snoke; "his three girls," Kathy Susan Snoke, Karen Lee Snoke Wilson and her husband, Charles M. Wilson, and Judy Kay Snoke White; grandchildren, Nathan Wayne Ballas and his wife, Jessica, Justin Michael Ballas, Charles Milton Wilson, Jr., Bethany Lee Wilson, and Benjamin Galen Wilson; nephews, Richard Brooks, Winston "Bobby" Brooks, Jr. and Robert Alan Brooks; niece, Jean Holly McMurtry. Mr. Snoke was born in Shippensburg, Pa. to the late Lester and Nora Snoke. He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Lester Snoke; and his son-in-law, Darryl K. White. Galen was a U.S. Army WWII veteran, a professional drummer, a retiree from United Airlines, a former member of the Ukrop's Singers and an avid fisherman. As a longtime member of Friendship Baptist Church, he served as financial secretary for 40 years, a choir member, started the homebound ministry and was a faithful servant of his Lord, Jesus Christ. The family will receive friends 12 noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday at Friendship Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to Friendship Baptist Church, 5200 Newby's Bridge Rd., Chesterfield, Va. 23832, American Cancer Society , 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060, or a charity of your choice. |
LEBANON, TENN. - Gerald J. Ammons lost his battle with Alpha1antitrypsin Immunodeficiency Disease on Oct. 23, 2009., He is survived by three brothers, Roger Dell and wife, Jeanette, Jackie Edwin and wife, Lisa, and Samuel Clay; one sister, Julie Lynn and fiancE, John; two daughters, Ashley and Danielle; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews., He was a member of Cullowhee Baptist Church in Cullowhee, N.C., Per his wishes, his ashes will be scattered on the mountain in Cullowhee. |
SHACKLEFORDS - Gerald J. Brown, 80, of Shacklefords, Va., passed from this life Nov. 14, 2009, after a long illness., He served in the United States Army as a welding instructor from 1950-1952., Services were private. The family will receive relatives and friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at the family home, 185 Airville Road, Shacklefords, VA 23156. |
Dennis E. Goad, 85, of Hillsville, Va., passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009. Funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2009, VaughanGuynnMcGrady Chapel, Hillsvile, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Margie B. Goodson NORFOLK - Margie B. Goodson of the 6500 block of Whitehorn Drive passed peacefully into eternal rest Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband, Melvin J. Goodson Sr. and her son, Melvin J. Goodson Jr. She is survived by her mother, Beatrice Branch; daughters, Melvine "Kelly" Thomas, Barbara Coffer (Tommy) and Esther Foster; a sister, Ora Branch; brother, Woodrow Branch; and a special niece, Barbara Jordan. A funeral will be conducted Thursday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. in Shiloh Baptist Church, 745 Park Ave., with the Rev. Keith Jones officiating. Burial will be in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Viewing will be Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The body will be placed in church at 10 a.m. Thursday. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. Riddick Funeral Service, 1225 Norview Ave., is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday at Franklin Memorial Park with Chaplain Rick Poland officiating. Her family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Flora Funeral Service 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, and other times at the home of May Meador, 15 Morgans Dr., Rocky Mount., Make a memorial contribution |
Vincent Groover Sr. NORFOLK - Vincent A. Groover Sr., 72, passed away Nov. 15, 2009, after a courageous battle with leukemia. Mr. Groover was born July 23, 1937 to the late William and Marie Groover Sr. in Ritchie, Md. Vincent served our country proudly for more than 24 years in the U.S. Navy. He was stationed aboard the USS Shangri-La, USS Lexington, USS Wasp, and the USS America. He served with A-6 Squadrons VA 176, VA 36, and VA 42. Mr. Groover was also a dedicated family man and member of the community. While his sons were Scouts, he served as cubmaster Pack 424 and scoutmaster Troop 424. He was a longtime member and past president of the Tidewater MG Classics, and a member of the Aragona Civic League. His family and friends will always remember him as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed. Left to cherish his memory are a dedicated wife of 52 years, Pamela J. Groover; daughter, Diana L. Church and husband Ray; two sons, Vincent A. Groover Jr. and David P. Groover; five grandchildren, Dana M. Hadley and husband Terry, Paul Downing Groover, Jared L. Church, Dustin A. Groover, and Ashly E. Groover; great- granddaughter, Elizabeth B. Hadley; brother, William L. Groover Jr. and wife Dolores; many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both parents; sister, Gwendoleine M. Densmore Secrest; and two brothers, L. Gerard Groover and Eugene B. Groover. The family would like to express their gratitude to the many friends who supported them during his illness. Also, they would like to thank the staff at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for their excellent care. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Rosewood- Kellum Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion ., Make a memorial contribution |
s 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at Elkhorn Baptist Church. Arrangements by VaughanGuynn Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Reinhold Wilhelm HASENBECK 1/19/1952 11/17/2006, It's been three years since you left us, and not a day goes by that we don't think of you and miss you so much. But while we miss you here on earth, we celebrate the life you have in heaven. Your memories make us smile! Rest in the Lord's arms and continue to watch over us as you remain in our hearts always., Wife, Becky, Children, Brittney, Mandy, Samuel, Hope, Breonna, Emilee, Malaya, Neisha & Noah, Son-in-law, Josh and Grandchildren,, Isaac and Ashleigh, Make a memorial contribution |
BURTON, Mrs. Helen Coles, 88, of Richmond, departed this life November 12, 2009. Beloved sister and aunt, she was the widow of the late Melvin Burton. She is survived by two sisters, among them one devoted, Irene Coles Brice of Maidens, Va., and Mary Coles Goins of Marshall, Michigan; her brother, Alexander Elijah Coles of Richmond; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where the family will receive friends on Tuesday (today) from 7 to 8 p.m. Remains will lie in state Wednesday, 12 p.m., at Fourth Baptist Church, 28th and P Streets, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Rev. Dr. Marion R. Tapscott, interim pastor, officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
MEADOWS, Henry Calvin, 84, of Irvington, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 15, 2009. He was the widower of Carolyn Waters Meadows and is survived by three nieces, Mary Chamberlain and Shirley C. Tyler and her husband, Eugene, all of Richmond, Va., and Linda C. Katzer and her husband, Lester, of Chester, Va.; two nephews, David and Gary Chamberlain, both of Richmond, Va.; and a number of great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by a very special friend, Catherine Thomas. A funeral service for Mr. Meadows will be held 4 p.m. Tuesday (today), at the Currie Funeral Home, Kilmarnock, Va. Entombment will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, in Signal Hill Memorial Park, Hanover, Va. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the The Children's Hospital Foundation, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond, Va. 23220. |
. Send Online Condolences by visiting maberryfuneral, . Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution |
SMITH, Mr. Horace L., of 621 N.26th St., departed this life November 15, 2009. He is survived by his mother, Mary Smith; two brothers, Kermit E. and William L. Smith; three sisters, Gwendolyn D. Kenny (Dwight), Tina Smith Nelson (Adrian), Betty Smith Sanders (Richard); one aunt, Pecolia Smith Taylor (Jacob Jr.); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where the family will receive friends Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Rev. Frances Jones officiating. Rev. Adrian Nelson II, eulogist. Burial Oakwood Cemetery. |
will be Wednesday, 1 p.m. November 18, 2009, in the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel, Wytheville., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, at Flora Funeral Chapel with Chaplain Rick Poland officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. His family will be receiving friends 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. and other times at the family home. www.florafuneral, Make a memorial contribution |
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s at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at Snow Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
DICKEY, Jacqulyn Margaret, 73, of Petersburg, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at her residence. Born in Daytona Beach, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Marvin Strickland and Ophelia Mote Strickland. Jacqulyn is survived by her husband, Richard Dickey; children, William Dickey and his wife, Tracy, of Boca Raton, Florida, Jeffrey Dickey and his wife, Barbara, of Prince George, Virginia, Richard Wayne Dickey and his wife, Teresa, of Chesterfield, Virginia, and Melissa Herman and her husband, Robbie, of Chesterfield, Virginia; grandchildren, Margaret Dickey, Jordan Dickey, Jacob Dickey, Julia Dickey, Courtney Dickey, Thomas Dickey, Marshall Dickey, Joseph Dickey, Justin Dickey, and Toby Gusti; and a sister, Jeurdine Brothers of Hanover County, Virginia. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service, with the Rev. Dr. Charles Beckett officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Virginia 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
Jacqulyn Margaret Dickey, 73, of Petersburg, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at her residence., Born in Daytona Beach, Fla., she was the daughter of the late Joseph Marvin Strickland and Ophelia Mote Strickland., Jacqulyn is survived by her husband, Richard Dickey; children, William Dickey and his wife, Tracy, of Boca Raton, Fla., Jeffrey Dickey and his wife, Barbara, of Prince George, Va., Richard Wayne Dickey and his wife, Teresa, of Chesterfield, Va., and Melissa Herman and her husband, Robbie, of Chesterfield, Va.; grandchildren, Margaret Dickey, Jordan Dickey, Jacob Dickey, Julia Dickey, Courtney Dickey, Thomas Dickey, Marshall Dickey, Joseph Dickey, Justin Dickey and Toby Gusti; and a sister, Jeurdine Brothers of Hanover County, Va., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service with the Rev. Dr. Charles Beckett officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at |
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, VA. Burial will follow in Tabernacle UMC Cemetery, Barhamsville. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Condolences may be registered at |
Jerry Wayne Smith SALTVILLE, Va. Jerry Wayne Smith, age 69, lost his battle with Parkinson's Disease Sunday Nov. 15, 2009, in the Smyth County Community Hospital. Jerry was treasured as a husband, father, grandfather and friend to all he met. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Frances Smith; sister, Doris Ann Price; and brother, Bobby Lee Smith. Survivors: his wife of 46 years, Sue "Pepsi" Smith; three daughters, Teresa and Mike Crawford, Saltville, Amy and Glen Wheeler, Atkins, Va., Donna and Brad Collins, Saltville; five grandchildren, Curtis, Jessica and Tessa Crawford Harrison and Alex Wheeler; mother-in-law, Ruth Smith, Saltville; many special brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend, Roger "P-nut" Frye, who he loved as a son. Funeral services for Jerry W. Smith will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at the Lighthouse Baptist Church, with the Rev. Benny Frye, Rev. Reynolds Frye and Rev. Bob Surber officiating. Burial will follow in the Elizabeth Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Tuesday evening at the church. The family would like to offer a special thank you to those who loved and cared for Jerry. Online condolences may be sent to |
CODY, Jessie Rene, of Richmond, died November 6, 2009. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later. |
John Edward Brown, of 1700 W. Clara Drive, Petersburg, Va., departed this life Nov. 14, 2009. at Waverly Health Care Center, Waverly, Va., He was the eldest child of seven born to the late Willie and Edna Brown. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Clyde and Milton Brown., He joined Bloomfield Baptist Church, Wilsons, Va., at an early age, where he served on the Usher Board. He is also a past chairman of the Trustee Board, where he was inspirational in getting the renovation of the church started., He was a formal member of Pocahontas Lodge number 7 P.H.A and also the Young Men's Club of Petersburg, Va. He was a retired employee of Brown & Williamson Tobacco Co. and American Tobacco Co., He leaves to cherish his loving memory his wife, Deacon Fannie Fitzgerald Brown; one son, retired Navy Chief Anthony W. Brown Sr. and wife, Barbara, of Blackstone, Va.; one daughter, Jacqueline Brown of Baltimore; three grandchildren, Anthony W. Brown Jr., Tiffany N. Brown of Blackstone, Va., Tonja C. Brown-Hurst of Baltimore; one great-grandson, Hazearion J. Brown of Blackstone, Va.; two brothers, Willie Brown of Petersburg, Va., David and his wife, Dale, of Petersburg, Va.; two sisters, Queen Johnson of Petersburg, Va., and Patricia Wilkins of Charlottesville, Va.; one sister-in–law, Carrie F. Waller of Baltimore; one brother-in-law William H. Jones Jr. of Blackstone, Va.; two aunts, Bertha Craig of Dinwiddie, Va., and Nancy Davis and husband, George, of Blackstone, Va.; four uncles, Lesley Brown of Baltimore, Freeman Harris of Blackstone, Va., Lloyd and wife, Rosa, of Chicago, George Davis of Blackstone, Va.; a host of nieces and nephews and relatives and friends., Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bloomfield Baptist Church, Wilsons, Va., with the Rev. Kim White officiating. Interment will be in Greenview Cemetery, Blackstone, Va., The remains will rest at the church on Saturday from 9:45 a.m. until the hour of service. Relatives and friends will assemble at the residence, 1700 W. Clara Drive, Petersburg, at 9:15 a.m., Online condolences may be registered at, . Services under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
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1 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at Patmos Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
to the Norfolk Naval Supply Center and the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The Rev. Johnson actively served as the associate minister of Providence AME Zion Church, Portsmouth. He also served as a member and vice president of the Interdenominational Ministers Forum in Portsmouth, AME Zion Ministers Alliance, and the American Legion. The Rev. Johnson was married to the the Rev. Dr. India Johnson of Warrenton, N.C., for 13 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife the Rev. India Johnson; 10 children, Linda Wright (Henry), Cynthia Crawford, Kathy Wilson (Arthur), Wayne Johnson (Cheryl), Angela Arrington (Arch), Wendy Barnes (Rev. R. Barnes), the Rev. Cary E. Johnson (Leslie), Vincent Johnson (Krystal), Victor Johnson (Nickia), Marcus Johnson; 14 grandchildren; one stepdaughter, Cheryl J. Knight; two stepsons, Willis M. Kearney Jr. (Cheryl) and Kelvin M. Kearney (Jean); a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The funeral will be held Thursday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m. at the Metropolitan AME Zion Church, 1710 Springfield Ave., Norfolk. Viewing will be Wednesday, Nov. 18, 3 to 6 p.m. at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty St., Chesapeake. Condolences will also be shared with the family Wednesday at the funeral home from 6 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Rev. Cary Johnson Jr. Scholarship Fund, c/o Providence AME Zion Church, 1141 Mount Vernon Ave., Portsmouth. We invite you to send a condolence message to the family's guestbook at www., Make a memorial contribution |
Howard (Chuck) Johnson, Sr., 75, of Lincolnton, N.C. passed away Friday, November 13, 2009. The family will receive friends Monday, November 16, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Botetourt Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Joy Janine Hall CHILHOWIE, Va. Joy Janine Hall, age 42, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at her home. She was born in Smyth County and was preceded in death by her father, Jerry M. Hall; her maternal grandparents, Lewis and Colene Combs; her paternal grandparents, Herman "Buddy" and Jane Hall; and her stepfather, Joe Rice. Joy grew up working on her grandparents farm and loved to farm with her grandfather. She was a very loving and giving person who will always be remembered for living up to her name. She was a Joy to be with. Joy served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. Survivors include: her mother, Brenda S. Rice; her special friend, Mary Sapp; sister, April Lyles and husband Ronnie, Chilhowie; nieces and nephews, Rena Shumate and husband Franklin, Daniel Lyles and wife Trish and Dessa Smith and husband Dustin; great- nephew, Gage Lyles; aunts and uncles, Linda Larmer, Chilhowie, Bobby and Donna Combs, Chilhowie, Brenda and Walter Waddell, Atkins, Gary and Candice Hall, Clintwood, Cathy Hall, Myrtle Beach, S.C., Jackie McVey, Chilhowie, Becky Hall, Chilhowie and Steve and Tammy Hall, Pearisburg; stepsisters, Joie Widner and husband Bruce and Barbara Honey and husband Tom. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 17, 2009, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion, with Rev. Darrell Lambert and Pastor Mike Sage officiating. Military honors will be rendered by the Francis Marion VFW Post 4667. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5 - 6 p.m. and following the services at the funeral home. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions can be made to the Grosses Creek Baptist Church, 250 Flatwood Acres Road, Chilhowie, VA 24319. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, Bradley's Funeral Home is serving the family of Joy Hall. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Joyce Elaine Harlan Insley, 72, passed away at home Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009., A native of Bridgeport, N.Y., Joyce had been a resident of Hampton Roads since 1979. Joyce had been a deli manager for local grocers and retired from BE-LO Foods after a number of years of service., She was the wife of the late, Kenneth Insley. Joyce is survived by her son, Mark W. Harlan and his wife, Cheri, of Smithfield; her stepdaughter, Cathy Shields, and her husband, Mallory, of Poquoson; four grandchildren, Melanie Shea Saunders, Kenneth Morris, Amy Washburn and Sarah Washburn; and soon to be great-grandmother of Laina Kay Mitchell to be born in December., Joyce will be remembered as loving and caring person. Patient and kind to everyone around her, her home was like home to many boys and girls who affectionately called her "Mom"., A service celebrating Joyce's life will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield, with the Rev. Scott Benson presiding. A private burial ceremony is planned. The family will receive friends following the service. |
BUMGARNER, Justin "Drew," 22, of Rockville, went to be with the Lord on November 15, 2009. He was preceded in death by his grandma, Shirley; grandpa, Garland; and uncle, Scott. He is survived by his parents, Pam and Ricky; sister, Kim and her husband, Wes; brother, Jason and his wife, Lindsay; three nieces, Cameryn, Olivia and Emerson; Grandma and Grandpa Brown and Grandma Franks. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Parham Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., on Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 19 at the funeral home. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. |
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Keith Randolph Crump Sr., 63, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009., He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Crump. Mr. Crump was a member of Hatcher Memorial Church, Richmond. He was a retired engineer with Dominion Virginia Power, and was a member of the National Railway Historical Society, Old Dominion Chapter., Mr. Crump is survived by two sons, Keith R. (Randy) Crump Jr. of Lakeland, Fla., and Ronald A. Crump of Glen Allen; a daughter, Angela Michelle Darling of Magnolia, Texas; five grandchildren, Jamie Crump, Jessica Crump, Jasmine Crump, Derek Darling and Sara Darling; his parents, Charles and Phyllis Crump of Colonial Heights; two brothers, Kurt and Hugh Crump of Colonial Heights; and a sister, Christine McDaniel of Colonial Heights., A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Hatcher Memorial Church, 2300 Dumbarton Ave., Richmond, VA 23228, with the Rev. J. Michael Poole officiating. Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Railway Historical Society, Old Dominion Chapter, P.O. Box 8583, Richmond, VA 23226. Condolences may be registered at |
CRUMP, Keith Randolph Sr., 63, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Crump. Mr. Crump was a member of Hatcher Memorial Church, Richmond. He was a retired Engineer with Dominion Virginia Power, and was a member of the National Railway Historical Society, Old Dominion Chapter. Mr. Crump is survived by two sons, Keith R. (Randy) Crump Jr. of Lakeland, Florida, and Ronald A. Crump of Glen Allen; a daughter, Angela Michelle Darling of Magnolia, Texas; five grandchildren, Jamie Crump, Jessica Crump, Jasmine Crump, Derek Darling, and Sara Darling; his parents, Charles and Phyllis Crump of Colonial Heights; two brothers, Kurt and Hugh Crump of Colonial Heights; and a sister, Christine McDaniel of Colonial Heights. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2009 at Hatcher Memorial Church, 2300 Dumbarton Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23228, with the Reverend J. Michael Poole officiating. Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Railway Historical Society, Old Dominion Chapter, P.O. Box 8583, Richmond, Virginia 23226. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com. |
Hulda O. Keltz, 99, of Bedford, Va., passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009. Funeral Tuesday, 2 p.m., Timber Ridge Baptist Church. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution |
Alberta Rucker King, 93, of Stuart, Va., died Saturday, November 14, 2009. Funeral Wednesday at 2 p.m., Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel at 2 p.m. with Mr. Don Atkins, Mr. David Krug, Mr. Larry Phillips, and Mr. Tommy Dickens officiating. Burial will follow in West End Cemetery in Wytheville. Military Rites will conducted by the Hillsville V.F.W. Post 1115. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, from 6 until 8 p.m. A guestbook is available online by visiting, . Vaughan-GuynnMcGrady Chapel is serving the family., Make a memorial contribution |
Kenneth C. Lade NORFOLK - Kenneth C. "Sam" Lade, 62, of the 1800 block of Dellwood Drive, passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at his home. Sam was a carpenter for more than 25 years. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman who loved to camp out and do things the hard way. He is survived by many friends including Daniel Milliman, James Doolittle, Chuck Weigand, Steve Pelequin, and Gary Humphries. A visitation will be held Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel. Services will be private. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Laura Kreider Bolick, 72, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at Colonial Heights Health Care Center., She was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Ruth Wenger Kreider, and was preceded in death by a brother, Rawlin Tobias Kreider. Mrs. Bolick was a member of Colonial Heights Baptist Church, and retired from Rawles-Aden Lumber Corp. as a purchasing agent for over 25 years., She is survived by her husband, Robert Clyde Bolick; a son, Robert Douglas Bolick and wife, Vicki Davis Bolick; a daughter, Pamela Bolick Beck and husband, David Randolph Beck; granddaughters, Laurie Bolick Wolf and husband, Gregory, Shelby Nicole Beck, Colby Alexandra Beck and Annie Megan Bolick; great-grandchildren, Grant Thomas Wolf, and Leah Victoria Wolf; a sister, Elsie Kreider Cliborne; two brothers, William Douglas Kreider,and Roy Elmer Kreider., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, in the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with the Rev. Ronnie West officiating. Interment Bermuda Memorial Park, Enon. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Condolences may be registered at |
Helen S. Lawson PORTSMOUTH - Helen Seale Lawson, 88, formerly of Early Drive, passed away Nov. 14, 2009, in Portsmouth. A native of Washington, D.C., she was predeceased by her first husband of 29 years, Daniel C. Seale Sr.; second husband of 21 years, Glenn K. Lawson; and brother, George C. Mattison Jr. Mrs. Lawson was a member of Green Acres Presbyterian Church and a charter member of Elizabeth Manor Golf and Country Club. Many remember her for her accomplishments in the art world and on the golf course. In 1964, Mrs. Lawson won a national art competition for a mosaic mural. As a college student, she lettered in every sport and was considered for the Olympic swim team. Survivors include her two sons and their wives, Daniel C. Seale Jr. and Bay Farr Seale of Richmond and David M. Seale and Bonnie Calhoun Seale of Chesapeake; three grandchildren, Megan Williams, Haven Young and Kelly Reilly; five great- grandchildren; and sister, Dorothy E. Dunbrook of Albany, N.Y. The family would like to thank Leslie and Terry Hyde for the love and care they provided Mrs. Lawson during her final months. Heartland Hospice lovingly provided comfort and care during her final days. Services are private. Condolences may be sent to Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel. www., Make a memorial contribution |
. Memorial donations may be made in Dorothy's name to Meals on Wheels, 706 Campbell Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24016. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
She is also survived by her sons, Paul Bozsik and his wife, Barbara of Sag Harbor, N.Y., and Richard Bozsik and his wife, Denise of Delmar, N.Y.; sister, Eleanor Altman of Waretown, N.J.; grandchildren, Rachel, Claudia, Christina and Spencer; godchildren, Lisa and Kristen Fennel of South Salem, N.Y.; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Hospice House, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23188, or the Scholarship Fund of the Preschool of King of Glory Lutheran Church, 4897 Longhill Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188., A Celebration of Life service will take place on Nov. 21, 2009, at King of Glory Lutheran Church, Williamsburg at 10 a.m., following the service, the family will receive friends in the fellowship hall and the women of the church will provide a light reception. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Funeral services for Ms. Lucy Ann Noggins, of 404 S. Park Drive, Petersburg, who died on Thursday morning at Southside Regional Medical Center, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday from the Gravel Run Baptist Church, Dinwiddie County; Dr. Larry D. Brown Sr., pastor, officiating. The eulogy will be delivered by the Rev. Maxine Winfield. Interment will be in the Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The remains will rest at the church at 11:45 a.m. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at the residence of the siter and brother-in-law, Joe Ampy, 27004 Greenhead Drive, Petersburg (Dinwiddie County), at noon., Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
s will be private. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home of Marion, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Madeline Epperson KINGSPORT, Tenn. A graveside service for Madeline Epperson will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Kiser Family Cemetery in Cleveland. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery. Madeline Epperson, 75, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. Owens Funeral Service, Lebanon, is in charge of arrangements. |
Mae D. Billow, 85, of Petersburg, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 15, 200,9 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home., She was the daughter of the late John R. and Sallie Wood Daughtry, and was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Lee A. Billow, and a stepson Lee A. Billow Jr. Mrs. Billow was a retired secretary with McGuire Medical Center., She is survived by her seven daughters, Donna Bruner, Katherine Peterson, Linda Stewart, Nancy Bennett, Betty Jean Conte, Vicki Soth and Marcia Lewis; 17 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Purcell Daughtry; and a sister, Sarah Stanley., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Dale Memorial Park, 10201 Newby's Bridge Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832, with the Rev. Robert L. Rowland III officiating. Please assemble at the grave. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at |
will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at St. Luke's United Methodist Church with the Rev. Clara Gestwick officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. Interment will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, at Hampton Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 300 Ella Taylor Road, Yorktown, Va. 23692., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Marshall was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Ralph T. Marshall; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marion J. Thompson; and two sisters, Mary Dukes and Marian Anderson., She is survived by a son, John G. Marshall and wife, Vivian P.; a daughter, Mary Marshall Saulman and husband, Ronald E.; five grandchildren, Andrea Liverman and husband, Todd, Billy Saulman and wife, Jennifer, Marcie Evans and husband, Chris, Daniel Marshall and Meredith Holland, and Brian Saulman and Mary Havens; and seven great-grandchildren., The family will receive friends today, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Tabernacle United Methodist Church, immediately followed by a funeral service at 2:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary by the Rev. Dr. Bill Wash. Burial will follow at Veterans Memorial Gardens, Hampton. |
PETERSON, Marian E., 81, of Richmond, Va., departed this life November 14, 2009. Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, 600 B St., Ashland, Va. Funeral notice later. fedabneyfuneralhome.com |
Marie Tate BRISTOL, Va. The graveside service for Marie Tate will be conducted Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood, Va., with the Rev. Dr. Paul Hamilton Fuller IV officiating. Family and friends may assemble at the funeral home by 10:15 a.m. Tuesday for the procession to the cemetery. Marie loved flowers and animals. For those wishing to send expressions of sympathy, floral tributes are acceptable or donations can be made to In His Hands Small Animal Rescue, P. O. Box 67, Hiltons, VA 24258; or to the Margaret B. Mitchell Spay/Neuter Clinic, 16222 Lee Highway, Bristol, VA 24202. Those wishing to express sympathy online or to sign the guest register may do so at |
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STROTHER, Martin, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord November 13, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Lee Strother; and his mother, Rosa Lee Williams. He is survived by four sisters, Shirley Watkins, Delorious Saunders, Annie Teresa George and Florence Strother; one aunt, Cecelia Cole (Robert); three brothers, Melvin Strother (Marva), James Tiller (Roslyn) and a devoted brother and sister-in-law, Alvin and Betty Strother; one uncle, Tommie Tiller (Judy); and a host of relatives and friends, two devoted, Paulis Johnson and George Macklin. Martin was a graduate of Maggie L. Walker High School, a member of the U.S. Army, pursued graduate studies at Indiana University, and was a 1977 graduate of Virginia Union University, where he was a proud member of Groove Phi Groove, was Adjunct Professor of Voice, and eventually served as the Associate Director of VUU's Preparatory School of Music. In addition, Martin served as the Interim Director of The African-American Heritage Chorale. He was also a devoted member and director of the Ebenezer Baptist Church Choir. Martin made his definitive mark in this world as an accomplished opera singer and performer, who was very passionate about instilling the gift of music in the youth of the City of Richmond, whom he taught. Martin's talent was showcased in such operatic performances as Porgy and Bess, Don Giovanni, Tartuffe, and The Nightingale. Off Broadway performances included Big River and Showboat. Mr. Strother had also performed for former President George Bush at the 1992 Republican Convention and in Philadelphia for a celebration honoring opera singer, Marian Anderson. Martin Strother's joyful, uplifting spirit and musical gift was used to comfort and move audiences locally, nationally, and abroad. Though small in stature, his booming deep voice and boundless charisma will forever be his legacy. His remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Avenue. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009 at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 216 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, Va 23220. Martin's remains will lie in state one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226, in the name of Martin Strother. |
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Lucretia (Dutch) Clymer McGrady, 94, of Bland, Va., pased away Saturday, November 14, 2009. Arrangements by Grubb Funeral Home, Wytheville., Make a memorial contribution |
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 11 a.m., Vaughan-Guynn Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Meta Odessa Craig McGuire, 84, of Roanoke, Va., formerly of Gap Mills, W.Va., passed away Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital following a long illness. She was born at Sweet Springs, W.Va., July 29, 1925, a daughter of the late Edward H. "Dink" and Odessa Baker Craig. Mrs. McGuire was a homemaker and a member of the Gap Mills United Methodist Church at Gap Mills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Morris McGuire on May 8, 1997; a sister, Viola Craig Link; and a brother, Herbert Spencer Craig. Surviving are a son, Danny Craig McGuire and his wife, Connie, of Goodview, Va.; a daughter, Linda Diane Mitchell and her husband, George, of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; three grandchildren, Kenneth Mitchell and his wife, Maria, of Tampa, Fla., Misti Mitchell, in Maryland and Brian Craig McGuire, of Roanoke, Va.; a great granddaughter, Madison Mitchell, in Maryland; and one sister, Grace Craig Bates, of Sweet Springs, W.Va. Graveside Services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at the Mt. View Cemetery at Sweet Springs, W.Va. with the Rev. Wesley C. Patterson officiating. Groves Funeral Home in Union is in charge of arrangements. The family requests that Memorial Donations be made to the Gap Mills United Methodist Church at Gap Mills, W.Va. or the Mt. View Cemetery at Sweet Springs, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
A lifelong resident of Newport News, she was a Junior at Warwick High School. In school she was in the IB program, Vice-President of the UN, and a member of the field hockey team. She was also a gymnast for 5 years, and loved Flamingos., Melissa is survived by her mother, Michelle Mayeaux; her grandparents, Doug and Ruth Clemmons; brother, Hunter Mayeaux; sisters, Lisa Hampton and Shelby Mayeaux; aunts, Kimberly Hudgins and Windy Mitchell; niece, November Hampton; and cousin, Brittany Bundick. She was loved, and will be missed by many close friends., A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Peninsula Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service until 7 p.m., Donations may be made to the Melissa Cameron Funeral Fund, c/o BB&T, 11718 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, VA 23606. |
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s will be conducted Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at 1 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ray Kingrea and the Rev. Everette Shepherd officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at Oakey's Vinton Chapel Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at 2 p.m. with Dr. Ken Scoggins officiating. Interment will follow in Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Bedford County. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Tuesday at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
at Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the church of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
Anna Morton VIRGINIA BEACH - Anna Morton, formerly of Norfolk, died Nov. 15, 2009. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Pius Catholic Church, Norfolk, at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, with the Rev. Venancio R. Balarote Jr. presiding. Anna Morton is survived by six children, William, Lillie, Donna, Nina, Calvin Ray Jr., and Lora; five grandchildren, Jessica, Steven, Bill Jr., Shawn and Lindsay; and two great-grandchildren, Nathdaniel and Madison. She was predeceased by her husband, Calvin Ray Morton Sr., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty St., Chesapeake, VA 23324-2633., Make a memorial contribution |
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. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. 366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
LONG, Norman E., passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Connie H. Long; two sons, Bradley E. (Linda) Long and Todd H. Long; two grandsons, Zachery and Aaron Long. Mr. Long was a longtime employee of Dominion Virginia Power at the North Anna Power Plant. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (today) at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Westhampton Memorial Park Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Lung Association. |
Glenn Morris Palmer, 69, of Bland, Va., passed away Monday, November 16, 2009. Arrangements by Grubb Funeral Home, Wytheville, Make a memorial contribution |
FINER, Pamela S. Weiner, of Glen Allen, Va., formerly of Swampscott and Longmeadow, Mass., died Saturday, November 14, 2009 after a long struggle with cancer. Pam is survived by her husband, Russell and her children, Rachel of Washington, D.C. and Daniel of Glen Allen, Va.; sister, Sharman Newman of Redlands, Calif.; and many loving cousins and friends. Funeral services were at Schlossberg - Solomon Memorial Chapel, 824 Washington Street, Canton, Mass., on Tuesday, November 17, followed by interment at Custom Tailors Cemetery in W. Roxbury, Mass. A celebration of Pam's life will take place at Congregation Beth Ahabah on Friday at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in her memory may be made to one of the organizations important to Pam: Congregation Beth Ahabah, 1117 W Franklin St., Richmond, Va. 23220; or "Healing Vibrations" at the Cullather Brain Tumor Quality of Life Center at St. Mary's Bon Secours Hospital, Medical Office Building South, 5875 Bremo Road, Suite 108, Richmond, Va. 23226; or Rachel's Table, 1160 Dickinson St., Springfield, Mass. 01108-3122; or CCFA (Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America), Greater Washington, D.C./Virginia Chapter, 4085 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 201, Fairfax , Va. 22030. |
HARRIS, Patricia Ann, formerly of Richmond, Va., departed this life November 2, 2009. A memorial will be held November 18, 2009 at Triumphant Baptist Church, 2003 Lamb Ave. at 11 a.m. |
Patricia St. George Jones, 86, of Petersburg, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. |
Peggy Holbrook ST. PAUL, Va. Peggy Holbrook, 76, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in View Nursing Home, Lebanon, Va. She was born in Russell County, Va., daughter of the late Bert L. and Ethel Holley Holbrook. She was preceded in death by one brother, Bill Holbrook. She was the office manager for Russell County Water and Sewage Authority for many years. She is survived by one sister, Ann Holbrook of St. Paul; nieces and nephews, Lynn Holbrook and wife Alice of St. Paul, Lucas and grandson, Kaleb, Steven Holbrook and wife Barbara of Castlewood, Va., Bert and Danielle, Wade Holbrook and wife Vivian of Dante, Va., Tonya and Jacob, and grandson, Colton, Dianne Frazier and husband Robbie of Dante, Tracy, Robert and wife Beth and granddaughter, Haley, Dana Proffitt and husband Michael Wayne of Dante, Michael James Proffitt, Michael Lawrence Proffitt, John Porffitt, and Michelle Proffitt, Regina "Jackie" Holbrook of St. Paul, Alicia Kiser, Eddie Kiser and wife Kim, grandchildren, Holly Kiser and Madison Kiser. Funeral services for Peggy Holbrook will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, in the Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel, Castlewood, with Brother Fred Dingus and Brother Jerry Holbrook officiating. Interment will follow in the Holbrook Cemetery, St. Paul. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood. Online condolences may be sent to the Holbrook family through ourWweb site at, . Castlewood Funeral Home is in charge of rrangements. |
celebrating Laura's life will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 11 a.m. at Rader Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be the Rev. Irving Glover. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Roanoke. Arrangements are entrusted to Rader Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 630 Roanoke Rd. Daleville, Va. (540) 992-1212. "Serving Every Family as if Our Very Own", Make a memorial contribution |
Ralph Alfred Hawthorne BRISTOL, Va. Funeral services for Ralph Alfred Hawthorne will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Scott Price officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Military honors will be presented by the Bristol VFW Honor Guard. Online condolences may be registered at, Ralph Alfred Hawthorne, age 87, passed away on Nov. 14, 2009, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
s will be held Thursday, November 19, 2009, at 2 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Bobby Fuller officiating. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
Dick attended the University of Michigan and received a bachelor's degree in military science from the University of Omaha. He and Anna Gail Fear, his sweetheart since sixth grade, were married in 1958 and they set off together on an adventurous life in the Air Force. He earned his pilot wings through the Air Force Aviation Cadet program in 1958. He was a fighter pilot to his core. He flew the T-28, T-33, F-86, F-101, F-102, F-106, F-4, A-7 and F-15, amassing over 4,400 flying hours. While flying the A-7, he deployed to Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base during Operation Linebacker II and later commanded the 358th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. His final assignment was as the Deputy Commander for Maintenance, 1st Fighter Wing, Langley Air Force Base Virginia. After 24 years of service, he chose to put his family first over further career advancement and retire rather than move from Poquoson, which allowed all three of his children to graduate from Poquoson High School. His military decorations included the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Combat Readiness Medal, and the Army Good Conduct Medal., He delighted in his children and grandchildren, and always found time to attend their concerts, athletic events and academic ceremonies. Family vacations, a tradition he started as a young father, continued throughout his life, including major backpacking and skiing trips well into his late 60s. He was a dedicated member of the Order of Daedalians and the Poquoson Kiwanis. He was a longtime tutor at Poquoson Primary School and was recently honored for his service to the children of Poquoson with a plaque and ceremony at the school library., He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, Bill and Fred., He is survived by Gail, his wife of 51 years; three children and nine grandchildren, Colonel Rick and wife, Jeanette Mason Bachmann, Sarah, Andrew and Bryan of Dayton, Ohio; Lt. Col. (retired) Steve and wife, Julianna Verser Bachmann, Daniel, Jacob and William of Springfield, Va.; Heather and husband, Garry Carter, Zachary, Matthew and Anna Grace of Poquoson., The family will receive friends at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home in Poquoson on Monday, Nov. 16, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 4 p.m. by the Rev. Michael T. Condrey. A graveside service, with full military honors, will be held at Arlington National Cemetery on Jan. 15, 2010, at 3 p.m., The family wishes to thank Dr. Scott Kruger, Dr. Sinclair McCracken and the staffs of Virginia Oncology and Heartland Hospice for their compassionate care during his illness. |
Mr. Richard Edward Myrick Jr., age 60, of 11701 Old Stage Road, Petersburg, departed this life Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at his residence., He was born June 17, 1949, to the late Virginia R. Myrick and Richard Edward Myrick Sr. Richard attended J.E.J. Moore High School and later was employed at Honeywell, formerly known as Allied Signal, where he retired after many years. He became self-employed as M&M Hauling and Backhoe Service, M&M Paving Plus and Myrick Lawn Care service until his declining health. Mr. Myrick was a member of Outlaw Racing Team and Nasty Boyz Racing. He was preceded in death by his sister, Priscilla Myrick, Richard leaves to cherish his memories: his wife of 37½ years, June J. Myrick; his daughter, Sherlytha Myrick Scott (Alonzo) of Dinwiddie; an adopted goddaughter, Denise Campbell of Petersburg; one granddaughter, Amari Scott of Dinwiddie; two stepgrandchildren, Alexus Scott and Alonzo Scott Jr. of Waverly; two brothers, Leon (Linda) Myrick and Jerome Myrick of Dinwiddie; his mother-in-law, Minnie Jones of Wakefield; four brothers-in-law, John Jones (Gloria), Willie Jones (Cynthia) Wayne Jones and William Jones, all of Wakefield; three nieces; seven nephews; four great-nieces; and two great nephews; a host of cousins, among them a devoted cousin, Raymond Richardson (Latrell); and devoted friends, Winslow Johnson, Lester Wright, Milton Curley, Earnest Johnson, Sheila Ridley, Patrick Griffin, and a devoted community of friends., A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Providence Baptist Church, Prince George, where Bishop Marcus Campbell is pastor, and Elder Melvin Taylor will officiate. The interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Dinwiddie. The family will assemble at the residence one hour prior to the service., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland Funeral Home, Petersburg. Please send online condolences to |
GLOUCESTER - Richard Lynn Abbott, age 49, died Nov. 15, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer., Richard was preceded in death by his parents, David and Loretta Abbott; and his brother, David Wayne Abbott., He is survived by his son, Jeramie Dale Abbott; sisters, Brenda Sue Miller, Teresa Stover and husband, James "Duane;" and brother, Ronald Abbott, Memorial services, officiated by the Rev. W. Donald Ambrose, will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. |
Richard Lee Grammer, 68, of Chester, Va., died Saturday, Nov., 14, 2009., He was born in Jacksonville, Fla., and was a commercial insulator. Mr. Grammer served with the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was a member of the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents, Worley Lee and Margaret V. Denson., He is survived by a sister, Margaret Elaine Dabney of Chester; two nieces, Debra Paige H. Shutlock and husband, John, of Spotsylvania, Va., and Tamara Collett H. Bunch and husband, Rick, of Elgin, S.C.; great-nephew, Jeremy Thruston of Spotsylvania; and several great-great-nieces and a nephew., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, with the Rev. Dr. Ivan Perkinson officiating., Interment will follow in Bermuda Memorial Park, Chester, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to the, Serving Virginia, 1742 E. Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228. Condolences may be registered with |
GRAMMER, Richard Lee, 68, of Chester, Virginia, died Saturday, November, 14, 2009. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, and was a commercial insulator. Mr. Grammer served with the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was a member of the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents, Worley Lee and Margaret V. Denson. He is survived by a sister, Margaret Elaine Dabney of Chester; two nieces, Debra Paige H. Shutlock and husband, John, of Spotsylvania, Va., and Tamara Collett H. Bunch and husband, Rick, of Elgin, S.C.; great-nephew, Jeremy Thruston of Spotsylvania; and several great-great-nieces and a nephew. The family will receive friends Thursday, November 19, 2009 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Hopewell Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, November 20, 2009 at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Dr. Ivan Perkinson officiating. Interment will follow in Bermuda Memorial Park, Chester, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation Serving Virginia, 1742 E. Parham Road, Richmond, Va. 23228. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com. |
Rickey William Hickman BRISTOL, Va. Rickey William Hickman, age 63, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at the V.A. Medical Center Nursing Home with his family by his side. He was a lifelong resident of Bristol and was a retired driver for Bristol Metals. He was a Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Army and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was of the Methodist faith. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Hickman; one daughter, Kimberly Harlow and husband Wendell of Bristol Virginia; three sons, Edward Hickman and partner, Bryan Marlowe of Johnson City, Tenn., Terry Hickman and Brad Hickman, both of Bristol Virginia; one sister, Shirley Fleenor and husband Harvey of Bristol Tennessee; three grandchildren, Jonathan Harlow, Justin Harlow and Kristen Harlow; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. The funeral service and committal will be conducted at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn., with V.A. Chaplain Samuel Scaggs officiating. Military funeral honors will be rendered by the TNARNG Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Tommy Bullock, Greg Bullock, Gary Compton, Charles Canter, Garnet Reynolds and Larry Reynolds. Honorary pallbearers will be Bryan Marlowe, Justin Harlow, Jonathan Harlow and Kristen Harlow. The family will receive friends from noon 1:15 p.m. Tuesday at Akard Funeral Home. 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. Hickman. |
Robert is survived by his wife, Sally Shaw Maness; sons, Robert E. Maness and his wife, Candy, Frank Maness and his wife, Valerie; daughters, Christine Maness Cianelli and her husband, Nick, and Deborah Maness Gengler and her husband, Larry. He is also survived by a brother, Charles Maness and his wife, Hazel; sister, June Collins; five grandchildren, Shawn Cianelli, Nichole Knicely, Ryanne Shields, Jessica Maness, Lacy Maness; and a great-granddaughter, Madison Knicely., A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Clara Gestwick officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. Interment will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, at Hampton Memorial Gardens. |
SPILMAN, Robert Henkel Sr., 82, of Richmond, formerly of Bassett, Va., died peacefully on Sunday, November 15, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jane Bassett Spilman; and his children, Robert H. Spilman Jr. of Martinsville, Va., Virginia Spilman Perrin of Manakin-Sabot, Va., and Vance H. Spilman of Richmond, Va. and their spouses, Nancy Hayes Spilman, Coleman Parrish Perrin and Beth Campbell Spilman. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Forrest Perrin, Coles Perrin, Whit Perrin, Anne Spilman, Ginny Spilman, Robert Spilman, Janie Spilman, Vance Spilman, and Campbell Spilman; as well as a host of nieces and nephews and many beloved friends. Mr. Spilman was born in Knoxville, Tenn. and graduated from Augusta Military Academy in Staunton, Va. He served briefly in World War II in the U.S. Army Infantry Division. He later attended Davidson College and graduated from the Engineering School of North Carolina State University with a degree in Textiles. He served as an officer in the 82nd Airborne during the Korean Conflict and then as an instructor at West Point Military Academy. He was the retired Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Bassett Furniture Industries. He served on numerous corporate boards including Dominion Resources, Dominion Energy, Jefferson-Pilot Corporation, NationsBank Corporation, International Home Furnishings Center, The Pittston Company, Trinova Corporation, United Investment Trust and Virginia Business Council. Mr. Spilman served on the boards of trustees of academic institutions in Virginia and North Carolina including the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, North Carolina State University, Appalachian State University, Virginia Military Institute, Old Dominion University, Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges and the State Council of Higher Education. He also served as Chairman of Virginia Ports Authority and was instrumental in the unification of the ports of Norfolk and Hampton Roads. He was publicly recognized many times during his life including being honored by the Anti Defamation League, Humanitarian of the Year (City of Hope Hospital, Los Angeles), and three-time winner of the Wall Street CEO Award of Furniture Industry. He was the recipient of the American furniture industry's highest honor, the James T. Ryan Statesman of Commerce Award. In 1989 he was named Virginia's Outstanding Industrialist. He was appointed to the Virginia-Israel Commission by Governor Baliles and served on Virginia's Economic Advisory Council under Governors Baliles and Robb. Bob was a true gentleman and fierce competitor in business, on the golf course, in the trout stream and around the gin rummy table. He dearly loved his family and his multitude of friends and never hesitated to offer words of wisdom to those around him. He was one of the few two-time Masters Billfishing Tournament champions conducted annually by the Sailfish Club of Palm Beach, Florida. He traveled the world in search of red legged partridge, bonefish and good cigars, and never stopped enjoying the challenge of his next adventure. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, November 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the home of Vance and Beth Spilman. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, November 19 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Church in Goochland, Virginia and on Saturday, November 21 at 12 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church in Martinsville, Virginia. A private burial will be held in Bassett, Virginia prior to Saturday's memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Christ Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 4162, Martinsville, Va. 24115; St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 12291 River Road, Richmond, Va. 23238; All Saints Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 99, Linville, N.C. 28646, and the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 12400, Richmond, Va. 23241. |
Joseph P. Roche Sr. CHESAPEAKE - Joseph Patrick Roche Sr., 80, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in a Norfolk hospital. A native of Bronx, N.Y., he was a retired electrician at NORSHIPCO. Joseph was an elder at Bible Believers Church, Chesapeake. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War, a member of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 684, a past delegate of Greater Tidewater Central Labor Council, a scoutmaster for more than 30 years for Boy Scout Troop No. 221 and received the George Meany Award for Scouting, a member of Portsmouth Masonic Lodge No. 100, and a captain of Station 9 for the Chesapeake Volunteer Fire Department. Survivors include his wife, Musa Eure Roche; a daughter, Genevieve Kay Sessions and husband William; two sons, Joseph Patrick Roche Jr. and wife Ann and Kenneth Edward Roche and wife Kim; two sisters, Mary Reynolds and Kathleen Fuchs; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, John Roche. The family would like to express their appreciation to his family care physician, Dr. Thomas Meuser and to Dr. Montejo, Brandy Dantonio and their entire nursing staff of Lake Taylor Transitional Hospital for their kind and loving care. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by Pastor David Eidson. Burial will be in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital., Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Roland L. English, 80, beloved husband of Ann English, died Nov. 10, 2009. Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
CUNNINGHAM, Mr. Roosevelt, of Richmond, entered eternal rest on November 16, 2009. The staff of the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home is serving his family. |
s, 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at the ColbertMoran Chapel, Gretna., Make a memorial contribution |
Roy Thomas Geiger BRISTOL, Va. Roy Thomas Geiger, age 83, passed away Nov. 16, 2009, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born Oct. 2, 1926, in Bristol Tennessee, a son of the late Martin Frank Geiger Sr. and Vena Loretta Lawson Geiger. He was retired from the Washington County Virginia School System and was a member of East End Christian Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susie Ann Smith Geiger. Survivors include: daughters, Janice Marie Shuttle and Angela Sue Powers; sister, Edna Ruth Campbell of Bristol Virginia; brothers, Martin Frank Geiger Jr. of Bristol Tennessee, Kenneth Donald Geiger of Bristol Virginia, William Henry Geiger of Bristol Tennessee, and Paul Wayne Geiger of Bristol Tennessee; three grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at 3 p.m. in Glenwood Cemetery, with Rev. Bob Steele officiating. Online condolences may be registered at, Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
Hugh (Sonny The Plumber) Carson Ryder, 71, of Covington, Va., died November 16, 2009. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
JETT, Samuel "Buddy" Shields Jr., 83, of Midlothian, passed away peacefully November 15, 2009. Buddy is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruth; two sons, L. Thornton Jett (Sallie) and W. Shields Jett (Leslie); a daughter, Nancy J. Schlereth (Hans); nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Buddy served his country as a Marine of the 6th division in the Pacific Theater and was a survivor of the battle of Sugar Loaf Hill in Okinawa. He and Ruth were devoted members of Westover Hills UMC for over 50 years. Buddy was generous with his time and resources to his family, as well as to neighbors and friends. He continues to be loved and admired even in his absence. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, at Westover Hills United Methodist Church, 1705 Westover Hills Blvd., Richmond, Va. |
Winfred Lee (Buddy) Sanders, 51, of Narrows, Va., formerly of Big Stoney Creek, died November 15, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Winfred Henry Sanders and Agatha Martin Sanders. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Blankenship Sanders; daughter and son-in-law, Keshia Dawn Sanders Plyes and Danny Cale Pyles Jr.; sister and brother-in-law, Brenda and Said Shama; niece, Kathleen VanSchoyck; nephew, Eddie Keogh. A Memorial Service will be conducted November 18, 2009, New Village Pentecostal Holiness Church, with Pastor Terry Mays officiating. Due to financial hardship, in lieu of flowers, monetary donations on behalf of Rhonda or Keshia may be sent to Celco Federal Credit Union, 3381 Virginia Ave, Narrows, Va. 24124. Buddy fought a very courageous battle against brain and lung cancer for two and a half years. A special thanks to all the family and friends who were so wonderful to us during our times of need, thanks to Dr. Jerome Goldschmidt of Blue Ridge Cancer Care and his entire staff, Good Samaritan Hospice, and special friends and family members Jeff Graham, Eric Height, Mark Jones, and Jeremy Lang., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Father Romeo Jazmin will officiate. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at, Make a memorial contribution |
A lifelong resident of Hilton Village in Newport News, she was the daughter of the late J. Thomas and Maude M. Barclay., She was preceded in death by her husband, F. Ward Howard; and sisters, Jean Barclay Denton, Anne Barclay Batkins and Louise Barclay., She is survived by her devoted daughter, Helen Howard Haley and her husband, Warren Haley of Gloucester; three grandchildren, Karen H. Hudgins; Susan H. Corson (Mike) and Scott W. Haley (Sarah); and six great-grandchildren, Daniel S. West, Haley, Kate and Jack Corson, and Jessica and Sam Haley; a sister, Leila Barclay Hine; and nieces, nephews and friends., Sarah was well-known as an avid bridge player and teacher, with a Life Master in the American Contract Bridge League. She worked for many years at the family-owned businesses, "Barclay and Sons" and "Barclay Brothers" jewelry stores. She served with Welcome Wagon of Hilton Village, was a charter member of the Hilton Junior Woman's Club, and a volunteer with Contact Peninsula for many years., Being legally blind, a pivotal time in Sarah's life was when she was sponsored by the Warwick Lions Club to receive her leader dog, "Gigi." She spent many years travelling to Lions Clubs in the state of Virginia to demonstrate the good works of the Lions Club., A member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Newport News, Sarah was a woman of great faith and was devoted to her family., The family would like to express our sincere thanks to the kind and caring staff of Riverside Sanders Nursing Home, Riverside Convalescent Center in Mathews, and Riverside Walter Reed Hospice., Expressions of sympathy may be sent to St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 45 Main St., Newport News, VA 23601, and Abingdon Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 82, Whitemarsh, VA 23183., A celebration of Sarah's life will be held at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, 1 p.m. Burial will be private. |
s 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, from the chapel of Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612., Make a memorial contribution |
Victor Keith Scott, Jr., 27, of Hampton, Va., formerly of Stuart, Va., died Saturday, November 14, 2009. Funeral Thursday at 11 a.m. at Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
. Predeceased by husband, Willie Smith and son, Dreaker Smith, she is survived by son, Duryea Smith; daughter, Vanessa Nesbit Copeland; son-in-law, Horace Copeland; grandsons, Brandon Nesbit and Timothy Nesbit Jr. (Twanna); granddaughters, Erin and Clarine Smith; great-grandson, Brandon Nesbit Jr.; and great-granddaughters, Alanie and Nya Nesbit. She was member of New Hope Baptist Church, St. Julien's Creek, Chesapeake, and affiliated with Intercessory Prayer and Busy Bees. A funeral will be Wednesday, Nov. 18, at noon in New Hope Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son, (540) 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 625 Churchland Road N.W. by the Rev. Ron Buchanan. Interment will follow in Fair View Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home. 366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
Rockla (Rockie) Thompson Surface, 70, of New Castle, passed away November 14, 2009. Graveside 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Tommy was employed with his family business at Ragans Auto in Grafton. He was shop foreman and part business owner. He had many devoted customers and always was willing to help anybody who came along his path. It was not unusual for him to go out of his way, day or night, to help a stranded friend, in fact it was regular practice for him. He treated people with the same courtesy and kindness that he would want for his family., Tommy loved life and all it had to offer. He loved fishing, jet skiing, skiing, and hanging out in Dandy with his buddies, who loved nothing more than to talk about their day and cruise around the neighborhood on their golf carts. Yet when the day was done it was his wife's arms he longed for and hugs from his little girls!, Left to cherish all his memories is his devoted and loving wife of 24 years, Robin Ragans. He leaves behind his three beautiful daughters, Abby (his beloved firstborn), Taylor (his own personal Dallas Cowboy fan), and Laci (his littlest baby girl). He also leaves behind his parents, Dewey and Colleen Ragans of Yorktown; his brothers, Duane Ragans of Yorktown, Milton Ragans and wife, Cathy of Dandy; and loving sister, Barbara Baker and husband, Grady Baker of Gloucester. He leaves behind his mother-in-law, Carol Meador of Newport News; and his brother-in-law, Jeff Meador and wife, Terrie of Yorktown; and in addition there are a huge circle of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews that he adored. He especially loved all his nephews, who he often spent many hours with boating, jet skiing and trying to capture back his youth!, The visitation will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Seaford Baptist Church, with the funeral immediately following at 11 a.m., with Dr. Richard Harrell and Pastor Aaron West, officiating. Following the service, burial will take place at Peninsula Memorial Park in Newport News., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Seaford Baptist Church Building Fund,1311 Seaford Road, Seaford, VA 23696; or the York County Fire & Rescue/Life & Safety, P.O. Box 532, Yorktown, VA 23692, all in memory of Tommy Ragans. |
Helen Christene Padgett Thomas, 86, of South Carolina and formerly of Bedford, died Friday, November 13, 2009, in Generations of Batesburg. She was born August 24, 1923, a daughter of the late Kerford Shelton Padgett and Mary Hazel Zimmerman Padgett. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Edward Thomas; three brothers, Jack Padgett, Gerald Padgett and Fred Hubert Padgett. Helen is survived by one daughter, Pamela Cobb Tocornal and husband, Patrick, of N.C.; one granddaughter, Caroline Lamitie and husband, James, of S.C.; two greatgrandchildren, Caitlin and Christene; one sister, Catheryn Musgrove, of Bedford; one brother, Bobby Padgett and wife, Barbara, of Roanoke; one niece, Brenda Woodring and husband, Paul, of Bedford. Memorial contributions may be made to Reliant Hospice of South Carolina, 200 Center Point Circle, Suite 170, Columbia, S.C. 29210. The family would like to thank the staff of Generations of Batesburg for their dedicated and loving care. A celebration of Helen's life will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Dr. David L. Henderson officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, November 16, 2009, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford. To send condolences, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome. com. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, 540-586-3443., Make a memorial contribution |
George Traskowsky VIRGINIA BEACH - George Edward Traskowsky, 77, passed away Nov. 2, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born to Art and Bess Traskowsky July 2, 1932, in Woodbine, Kan. He attended Chapman High School then went on to college. After graduating college, he served in the Coast Guard. He retired from Westinghouse Defense in 1994. He was residing at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach with his son and daughter. He was Mr. February for the Atlantic Shores pinup calendar. He loved to dance, play golf, go to the theater, and water aerobics. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Marcia Traskowsky. Left to cherish his memory are his brother, Richard Traskowsky of Woodbine, Kan.; his daughter, Julie Brillhart her husband Ken; his son, Matthew Traskowsky and fiancée Wendi of Virginia Beach; stepdaughter, Laura Foster and her husband Tom of Orlando, Fla.; stepson, Kyle Neff and his wife Natalie of Raleigh, N.C.; and grandchildren, Alexi Neff and Torey and Cameron Brillhart. There will be a memorial cocktail party from 3 to 6 Dec. 5, 2009 at Atlantic shores on Dam Neck Road, Virginia Beach. For further information contact (757) 430-3684 or (757) 716-2000. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the employee gift fund at Atlantic Shores., Make a memorial contribution |
and was a member of the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation and supported the Virginia Disabled American Veterans. Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Anne Traylor; his children, Paula Jester of Virginia Beach, Michael Traylor of Norfolk, Nancy Loose and her husband Mark of Chesapeake, Stephen Traylor of Virginia Beach; his grandchildren, Christopher Jester, Megan and her husband Ryan McClaugherty, Clare Jester, Shaun Jester, Kyle Loose and Christian Traylor; his great- grandchildren, Logan, Allanah and Landon McClaugherty. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Church of the Ascension with Father James E. Parke as celebrant. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park, Virginia Beach. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. Online condolences may be made by visiting, . In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301., Make a memorial contribution |
Tucker, Carolyn Phyllis - Carolyn Phyllis Tucker Carolyn Phyllis Tucker passed away November 11, 2009, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born April 2, 1940, in Triangle, Virginia, .... |
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John V. Tuttle PORTSMOUTH - John V. Tuttle, 89, of the 4700 block of River Shore Road, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009. Born in Portsmouth to the late John and Lizzie Eason Tuttle, John was a retired stockbroker and a U.S. Navy World War II veteran where he served in the Philippines and New Guinea. He was a member of Churchland Baptist Church and served as a deacon and member of the Special Studies Sunday school class. He was a member of Portsmouth Masonic Lodge No. 100. John also served for a number of years on Portsmouth's Craney Island Study Commission and its chairman for several terms. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Mingis Tuttle; a sister, Virginia "Sis" Tuttle Wiseman and husband Samuel F.; niece, Jane Wiseman Cherry and husband Roy, all of Portsmouth; and brother-in-law, Jerry Mingis and wife Barbara of Elizabeth City, N.C. Besides his parents, John was predeceased by two brothers, Claude F. Tuttle and Marion E. Tuttle. A funeral with the Rev. Larry Coleman officiating will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, where the family will receive friends one hour prior. Burial will be in Churchland Baptist Church Cemetery at a later date. Please omit flowers. Any expression of sympathy may be sent to the Churchland Baptist Church Endowment Fund or charity of choice., Make a memorial contribution |
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James Edward Vassar Sr. James Edward (Jimmy) Vassar Sr., 69, of Hummingbird Lane, Concord, passed away, Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at his home with his family by his side after a long illness. Born in Lynchburg on Sept. 6, 1940, he was a son of the late Hilton P. Vassar Sr. and Minnie Daniel Vassar. Jimmy was a member of Hebron Baptist Church and retired after 39 years from B & W. as a foreman. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Rosemary Knight Vassar; his son, James E. Vassar Jr.; granddaughters, Tiffany M. Vassar, Amanda R. Daniel and husband, Bryan, Shana Johnson, Heather Johnson and Hailey Johnson; great-grandson, Michael Scott Daniel; brother, Hilton P. Vassar Jr., and wife, Jo Ruth; two sisters, Sandra D. Vassar and Helen S. Gravely; brother-in-law, Horace N. (Bo) Knight, and wife, JoAnne; sister-in-law, Leila Thomas; two special aunts, Margaret Skinner and Nellie Skinner; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Phillip G. Vassar Sr. Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, in Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery by the Rev. Tom Walker. The family will receive friends at Robinson Funeral Home from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today, Nov. 17, 2009, and other times at the residence. Those wishing to make memorials please consider Hebron Baptist Church, 7533 Stonewall Road, Concord, VA 24538. Robinson Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family, and an online condolence may be sent at www.robinson funeral.com. |
will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m. in Ashley's Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. David Ross presiding. The family requests that anyone wishing to share a memorial gift, please do so to Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, P.O. Box 2156, Norfolk, VA 23501-9873 or to the , Memorial Process Center, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216. Bridgers Funeral Home Inc. in Conway is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Victoria H. McCall ABINGDON, Va. A memorial service for Victoria H. McCall will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at 8 p.m. at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, with Pastor Larry Lusk officiating. The family will receive friends from 5-7:45 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the, , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718; National Brain Tumor Society, East Coast Office, 124 Watertown St., Suite 2D, Watertown, MA 02472; or Washington Chapel United Methodist Church, 25221 Walden Road, Abingdon, VA 24210. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting, and signing the online guestbook. Mrs. Victoria H. McCall, age 58, passed away Nov. 14, 2009, at Johnston Me morial Hospital, after a valiant battle with brain cancer. Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon 276-623-2700, is serving the family of Victoria Holloway McCall. |
Harriet Elizabeth Walkup, 72, of Clifton Forge, Va., died Monday, November 16, 2009. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge., Make a memorial contribution |
Walter Earl Camper BRISTOL, Tenn. Walter Earl Camper, age 80, passed away on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Bristol Nursing Home. He was a member of the VFW Patton Crosswhite Post 6975, served as exalted Ruler of Elks Lodge 232, was a Master Mason of King Lodge 461 and a former member of the Eastern Star. He also was a Shriner. He was a Marine Corps veteran serving in the Korean War. He retired from Sherwin Williams after 42 years of service. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter H. and Lula Shaw Camper; his wife, Vivian Vance Camper; and a brother, Clarence Camper. Survivors include one sister, Mildred Whitaker of Bristol Virginia; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Judy Wilhorn and Hugh and Mary Kilgore. The funeral service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in Akard Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Tony Trunell officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will David Barker, Arnold Saunders, George Beard, Justin Oliver, Ralph Cairns, Rev. William Arnold, Gerald Hayes, Gene Whitaker and Dr. John Green. The family will receive friends from 6 -7 p.m. Tuesday prior to the service at Akard Funeral Home. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.c Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Camper. |
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Walter Roy Mills, Walter Roy Mills, 62, of Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at the Golden Living Center in Charlottesville after a brief illness., Known to many as "Bear", and to his close family and friends as "Paw Paw", he lived all of his life in Charlottesville. Early in his working career he was employed as a forklift operator at Pepsi and then went on to work for H.T. Ferron as a yard foreman. Upon leaving H.T. Ferron, he went on to work for Classy Car Wash until he became disabled with his legs., "Paw Paw" will be greatly missed by his family and especially by his grandson, Cory. He had numerous friends whom he used to spend most days with at Moore's Creek restaurant and Amoco, especially all the staff at "The Creek" , Harold, Elwood, Sandy, Timmy, Tonya, George, and Pastor Steve Holsapple. As well as spending time with friends, he loved playing cards, shooting pool and scratching Lotto tickets., He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Mills; and his brother, Jimmy Mills., Survivors include his mother, Maria Snead Proffitt of Charlottesville; his wife of 33 years, Mary Etta Mills of Crozet; his stepchildren, Charles "Lynn" Norford and his wife, Rhonda, and children, Justin and Amber of Altavista, Virginia; Jeffrey Allen Norford of Charlottesville, with whom he lived; Doris "DV" Oliphant and her husband, Sonny, and children, Cory, Nicholas and Mikayla of Barboursville, Virginia; and James Todd Norford and his wife, Kathy, and children, Elijah and Colby of Gladys, Virginia., The family wishes to thank the staff at the Golden Living Center and Teague Funeral Home for helping the family during this time., A memorial service will be held to celebrate "Paw Paw's" life at Cornerstone Life Christian Church, 1309 Mountainview Street, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902, 4 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009, with Pastor Steve Holsapple officiating., In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Cornerstone Life Christian Church. |
will be conducted on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at 1 p.m. at North Fork Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Johnston and Pastor Bill Smith officiating. Interment will follow in North Fork Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, from 5 until 8 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, . The Walters family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
C. Robert Walter Jr., 87, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 12, 2009, in Richmond, Virginia. Bob, as he was known by his friends, was born October 31, 1922, in Charlottesville, Virginia, to the late C. Robert Walter Sr., of Amissville, Virginia and Margaret Smith Walter, of Lexington, Kentucky., He is survived by his three children, Margaret Vandermark and husband, Arthur, of Charlottesville, John R. Walter and wife, Linda, of Richmond, and Elizabeth Yezzi and husband, Rick, of Sacramento, California; six grandchildren, Angela Gansor and husband, Steve, Cheryl Masaitis, Katie Masaitis and Andrew, Nathan, and Nancy Walter; and, a host of relatives and friends who respected and loved him dearly., Bob was born and raised in Charlottesville, and graduated in 1943 from the University of Virginia with a B.S. in chemistry. He enlisted in the Army Air Corp during World War II and became a bombardier on B-17s, flying missions from England. He was shot down twice. He was captured on an October 3, 1944 mission over Nuremburg and spent the remainder of World War II in a POW camp in Barth, Germany. He received a Purple Heart for injuries sustained in 1944. After the war, Bob received a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia in organic chemistry. In 1950, he married Marjorie Anne Johnson (who passed away on July 18, 2007). He became a professor of chemistry at University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. In 1952, he moved to the private sector as a chemist for Allied Chemical in Hopewell, Virginia. In 1966, he joined what was then George Mason College, a satellite to the University of Virginia. He joined as Chairman of the then-new Chemistry Department. He continued as department chair for 17 years, during which time he was instrumental in building the department., Bob retired from George Mason University in 1987 and moved with his beloved Marjorie to Cape Coral, Florida where they spent 20 years before returning to Virginia., The children of Bob and Marjorie would like to express how grateful we are that our parents are now reunited together for all eternity. We were so lucky to have had them in our lives and will miss them greatly., will be held in the Hill and Wood Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m., on Thursday, November 19, 2009, with interment to follow at the Monticello Memory Gardens Cemetery, Charlottesville, Virginia., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob's name to the Employee Christmas Fund, Westminster Canterbury, 1550 Westminster Canterbury Way, Richmond, Virginia, 23227., Friends may sign the guest book at, Make a memorial contribution |
organizations including the Fleet Reserve Association Branch 99, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 8, Master Mason of the Bayside Lodge No. 218 of the AF&AM, the Virginia Beach Shrine Club, and the Hillbilly Unit of the Shrine Khedive Temple. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Pearl and Lester White; beloved first wife of 40 years, Marcia; sister, Madeline; and brother, Stanton. He is survived by his cherished second wife, Adele White; loving twin daughters, Patti Bailey and Pam Andrews; sister, Betty; brothers, Charles and Owen; brother-in-law, Frank Gibson; sister-in-law, Elaine Gibson; four grandchildren, William Neaton, Erin Lasseter, Jennifer Andrews and Jeffery Bailey Jr.; and five great- grandchildren, Holly, Dawson, Steven, Carissa and Raegen. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at the funeral home followed by internment at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, 645 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320., Make a memorial contribution |
for the procession to the church. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered at, Make a memorial contribution |
Happy 36th Birthday Kenyon Kareem Woolard "AKA BLACK" November 17, 1973 - April 24, 2009 No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. Forever in our hearts. We love and miss you so much, Mom, Family and Friends, Make a memorial contribution |
Lucille Woolfolk, 55, of Bedford, Va., died Monday, November 16, 2009. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Of Conley C. Wright September 12, 1945 - November 17, 2008 In loving memory of our son, brother, dad, and husband. We love you and miss you. Imeleta, Kathy, Holly, Lindsey, Chuck and Birdie, Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Mr. Xavier M. Morgan of 553 Blue Point Terrance, Newport News, Va., formerly of Wakefield, Va., departed this life on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Veteran Medical Center, Hampton, Va. |
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