FULGHUM, A. T., 93, of Richmond, passed away December 5, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dot Fulghum; his son, A.T. Fulghum III; and two grandsons, Artie and Chuckie. He is survived by his son, Richard Fulghum; his daughter, Juanita Fulghum; two daughters-in-law, Karen and Jean Fulghum; two grandchildren, Richard and Lisa and her husband, Jon; and three great-grandchildren, Cameron, Grace, and Cameron. Mr. Fulghum served in the Army during World War II. He was a Master Mason at Lodge #94 in Chester, and was a longtime employee of Miller & Rhodes. A funeral service will be held 12 p.m. Monday at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. Interment Sunset Memorial Park. |
MOSBY - Addie B. Lee Missing you every hour of every day. Love, Husband, Albert and your loving family |
ALRICH, Alice R. "Bobby," 60, of Spotsylvania County died Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Mary Washington Hospital. Ms. Alrich was a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University and later received her Master's in Education from the University of Virginia. She was a past president of the Stafford Education Association. Ms. Alrich was the former Teacher of the Year at Falmouth Elementary, and traveled with Educational Delegations to China and Cuba. She was a member of the V.E.A. Fitz-Turner Commission, the Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society, and the Spotsylvania Women's Club. Bobby was also a member of Goshen Baptist Church. Survivors include her sister, Elizabeth Alrich Latta of Los Altos, Calif.; four nephews, John Alrich-Altman of Charlottesville, J. Dan Latta Jr. of Portland, Ore., Steven Latta of Los Angeles, Calif. and Jeffrey Latta of San Jose, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents, John R. and Alice Field Loving Alrich; and a sister, Ann Alrich Altman. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 8 at Covenant Funeral Service, Fredericksburg Chapel. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, December 7 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Spotsylvania Rescue Squad, Box 101, Spotsylvania, Va. 22553. Online guest book is available at covenantfuneralservice.com. |
Clarence T. Allsbrook PORTSMOUTH - Clarence Thomas Allsbrook passed away Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, in his residence. He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years and will be loved and missed by his family. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
IRBY, Alma Cassell, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2009. She was born January 27, 1930 in Spartanburg, S.C. to Colonel Mitchell and Effie Brady Cassell. She is survived by her son, James "Brink" Brinkley and his wife, Maria; her daughter, Robin Irby; her son, Patrick Irby and his wife, Susan; and her daughter-in-law, Linda Brinkley, the wife of her beloved son, David Brinkley who passed away in 2004. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Erin Dennig, Jeffrey Brinkley, Dallas and Jade Irby, and Jared Thomas; great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Nathaniel Smith, Joshua and Tyler Dennig, and Alexandria Brinkley; and her brother, Carroll Cassell and his wife, Anne. She was the widow of Leonard C. Irby Jr. Funeral details later. Arrangements with Bliley's - Central. |
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OLS, Ann Wendell, age 83, passed away peacefully with family on Friday, December 4, 2009 at Johnston Willis Hospital in Richmond, Va. She was born January 18, 1926 in Pittsburgh, Pa. to the late James and Helen Wendell. She was a loving and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, George A. Ols Jr.; and her daughter, Elizabeth Ann Killam. She is survived by her children, Miriam C. Motley of Maidens, Va., Ann M. Ols, George A. Ols III, Matthew J. Ols, of Richmond, Va. and Gretchen O. Hyde of Kennesaw, Ga. She was the proud grandmother of nine grandchildren, Katy Stedina, Harold Killam, Amy Killam, Elizabeth Motley, Sean Newton, Savanna Ols, Madelyn Ols, Virginia Hyde, Georgianna Hyde; and one great-grandchild, Adam Stedina. A celebration of life will be held at the Joseph Bliley Funeral Home, 6900 Hull Street Road, Richmond, Va. 23224, on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Northstar Academy, 8055 Schrader Road, Richmond, Va. 23294. |
Anthony "Tony" William Rankin, 41, of Charlottesville, died unexpected at his home on Wednesday, December 2, 2009., He was born in Charlottesville on March 13, 1968., He was preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Leafy Gladwell; and a sister, Tammie M. Dudley., He is survived by a daughter, Toni Allise Rankin and stepdaughter, Brittany Camille Price, both of Buena Vista; father, William "Billy" Shiflett; mother, Betty R. Dudley and her husband, Larry, of Pamyra; three brothers, Jeffrey Scott Rankin and his wife, Barbara, of Buena Vista, Jerry Lee Rankin and his wife, Becky, of Scottsville, and Stewart Lee Dudley and his wife, Kim, of Pensacola, Florida; a sister, Theresa Darlene Rankin and her long time companion, Daniel Starkes, of Charlottesville; grandmother, Pearl Dudley of Charlottesville; eight nieces, Chelsea, Savannah, Dannecka, Datisha, Ashley, Katie, Sami and Brenda; three nephews, Phillip, Andrew and Anthony; Pastor and close friend, Sandy Kalso; and numerous uncles, aunts and many friends., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009, at Living Stones Church, 1405 East Market Street, Charlottesville, where a memorial service will be held at 8 p.m., In lieu of flowers, the family has requested contributions to Region Ten of Charlottesville or charity of choice in memory of Tony Rankin. |
HAMPTON - Arthur W. Lott III, 66, a native of Orange County, N.Y., and 15-year resident of Hampton, died on Friday, Nov. 27, 2009 in Gloucester., He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force. He retired after 20 years from Big "V" as a Shop Steward and Union Rep. with U.F.C.W. Local 1500. He was a Ham Radio Operator, call sign: KE4WHN., Arthur is survived by his mother, Marie Clara Utter; two daughters, Robin DuRette and Tina Schimke; son, David A. Lott; three grandchildren, Kristin Wilson, Channing Enriquez and Rebecca DuRette; three great-grandchildren, Luke, Isabelle and Liam; and a sister, Nancy Lott., The family will gather with friends Friday, Dec. 11, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Arthur's life will follow at 1:30 p.m., in the funeral home chapel., Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Aubrey T. Shifflett, 66, of Keswick, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family., He was born June 22, 1943, in Greene County to the late Alexander Shifflett and Bernice Sandridge Shifflett., He was preceded in death by a son, Richard Scott Shifflett; two brothers, Deane A. Shifflett and Melvin C. Shifflett., Tommy worked as an auto mechanic for API Automotive Service for many years where he specialized in automatic transmissions. He loved working on cars and especially restoring his 1967 Ford Fairlane GTA., He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Virginia "Sue" Shifflett; sons, Michael A. Shifflett and his wife, Joyce, Steven C. Shifflett and his wife, Lisa; a daughter, Teresa L. Crickenberger and her husband, Gregg; stepchildren, Robbin L. Shifflett, David L. Gibson, and Scott Gibson and his wife, Audrey; and numerous grandchildren; his first wife and mother of his children, Carolyn F. Jarman; brother, Claude W. Shifflett and his wife, Michelle; sister, Maxine Mundie Shipp and her husband, Henry; a half brother, James Shifflett; and a half sister, Trudy Lynch., A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Holly Memorial Gardens with Brother Harlin Sykes officiating., Visitation will be held from 7 until 9 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22911. |
Robert Aycock of Blacksburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2009, just 20 days shy of his 90th birthday. Beloved father, grandfather, husband, uncle, and colleague, he is remembered for his generosity, deep affections, and kindness--and for his incomparable dry wit. A scientist with a keen appreciation for history and literature, he was a man of broad reading and interests. He loved family and family roots. He was interested in the human condition. Robert Aycock was born on a small farm in Claiborne Parish, La., on December 23, 1919, to the late Seaborn Ray Aycock and Mary Amanda Hightower Aycock. He grew up during the years of the Great Depression, graduated from Louisiana State University in 1936 and continued his education at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, N.C. During the World War II years, he served in the Army Medical Corps, first in a detachment servicing a regiment of Coast Guard Artillery and later as a laboratory technician at Lovell General Hospital in Fort Devens, Mass. In 1947, Bob returned to North Carolina State and undertook a PhD program in Plant Pathology. After graduation in 1949, his first employment was at Edisto Experiment Station, a branch of Clemson College, in Blackville, S.C. He returned to North Carolina in 1955 as a plant pathologist at the Horticultural Crops Research Station at Castle Hayne, where he conducted research of diseases of field-grown ornamental bulb crops. In 1963, he returned for a part-time extension position on the Raleigh campus, assuming major responsibility for the Plant Disease Clinic, while continuing research on the diseases of ornamentals., Bob served North Carolina State University as head of the Department of Plant Pathology, from 1973 to 1984. In this capacity, he took a special interest in the welfare of graduate students. He and his wife tendered warm hospitality to generations of these students, sending them off to conferences with home-made food, hosting gatherings for them, and keeping up with their achievements years after their departure from NC State. From 1969 to 1972 Bob was editor-in-chief of the major journal in the field,, Phytopathology., He served as President of the American Phytopathological Society in 1976, and in 1979 he was named a Fellow of the society. He was selected Outstanding Plant Pathologist by the APS Southern Division in 1984., Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elsie; his brothers, Seaborn Ray Aycock, Paul Aycock, and Marion Aycock; and sister, Elice Aycock Larance. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Paul Metz, of Blacksburg; his daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne Aycock and Virgil Jefferson Foutch, of Bahama, N.C.; his grandchildren, Robert and Estella Metz, of Blacksburg, and Emma and Jenny King, of Bahama; and many beloved nieces and nephews., will be held at Blacksburg Presbyterian Church 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2009. Bob's friends and family in Raleigh, N.C., will gather to celebrate his life the week of January 4, 2010, at a time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Elsie J. and Robert Aycock Student Travel Award, American Phytopathological Foundation, 3340 Pilot Knob Road, St. Paul, Minn. 55121., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Scott BAHNKEN When the wind blows, I know you are there. When the sun shines, I know you are there. When our son opens his eyes in the morning, I know you are there. When I stand on solid ground, I know you are there. I know you are holding me up. I feel your love all around. I can only hope you know how we love and miss you., Forever in our hearts,, April & Danny, Make a memorial contribution |
Ballard Fulton Mawyer Jr., Ballard Fulton Mawyer Jr., 63, of Crozet, died at the University of Virginia Medical Center., He was born December 22, 1945, in Crozet, the son of the late Ballard Fulton Mawyer Sr. and Lottie Fitzgerald Mawyer., He was preceded in death by a brother, William Mawyer., He is survived by his wife, Suzanne Mawyer; and their children, Sandy Campbell and her husband, Mike, of Gordonsville, Shorty Mawyer and his wife, Tammy, of Crozet, Rhonda Bryant and her husband, Robert, of Free Union, Cheryl Madison and her husband, Sam, of Crozet, David Via of Charlottesville, and Jenny Buttry and her husband, Kenny, of Fluvanna; a sister, Lottie Harris of Crozet; a brother, Roger Lee Mawyer and his wife, Dorothy, of Crozet; brother-in-law, Christopher Miller of Boonesville; three sisters-in-law, Michelle Snead and Jenny Mawyer of Crozet and Ginny Stallings of Charlottesville; 10 grandchildren, Matthew, Sean and Hailey Mawyer, Justin and Chad Bryant, Chris, Kara and Cole Madison, and Paige and Danielle Buttry; and his special dog and constant companion, "Merkey"., Ballard was a truck driver for H. T. Ferron for 20 years., A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, December 19, 2009, at Hillsboro Baptist Church in Crozet with Dr. Alan Thompson officiating., The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to HOPE, 459 Locust Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22902 or The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 5511 Staples Mill Road, Suite 202B, Richmond, VA 23228., Anderson Funeral Home of Crozet is in charge of arrangements. |
s will be held 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Botetourt Funeral Home, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000., Make a memorial contribution |
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Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for the Rev. Belinda Charlotte Young, 54, of 229 Edgewood Street, Boiling Springs, N.C., and formerly of Martinsville, who died Dec. 1, 2009, at Cleveland Regional Medical Center in Shelby, N.C., was held Saturday at High Ridge Baptist Church with the Revs. Ray T. Arrington and Larry Cutler officiating. Burial was in Old Town Memorial Cemetery in Galax. Military rites were conducted. Pallbearers were Ray Peoples, Michael Ferguson, Herman Ferguson, Camry Harris, Anthony Giles and Aaron Smith. Hairston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. |
SURRY - Beree Allen, 54, died at Sentara Hampton Careplex, on Dec. 1, 2009 after a courageous fight with cancer., Beree is survived by three brothers and five sisters, Robert Allen, Jr.(Sharond), Anthony Allen, Monte Allen(Sasha), Barbara, Allen, Peggie Vaughan, Janice Mason (Ronald), Alice Allen and Diane Dekoladenu (William); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. |
Mrs. Bessie Mae Rose Thweatt, 1007 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va., entered God's Garden Thursday evening, Dec. 3, 2009, at her residence., Mrs. Thweatt was a native of Petersburg, Va., born Nov. 18, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Bertha Rose., She was preceded in death by her husband, James B. (Jimmy) Thweatt; brother, Wilford Rose Sr.; nephew, Wilford Rose Jr.; and brother-in-law, the Rev. Curtis N. Mason., Bessie was a 1954 graduate of Peabody High School, alumnae of Peabody High School National Alumni Association, Inc., and a member of the Floyd Street Neighborhood Watch Association., Bessie faithfully followed Christ through her membership at Union Branch Baptist Church, Chesterfield, Va., where she was a dedicated member of the senior and nursing ministries. After graduation, she was employed with the cafeteria staff of Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company for many years and later with Defense General Supply Company of Richmond. She loved to read, travel, and cook for her family and friends., Missing her smiling face will be her son, Kenneth L. Thweatt; her daughter, Kimberly L. Thweatt; sister, Joyce R. Mason; nephew, Major USMC Curtis A. "Tony" Mason (Violet); niece, Gloria R. Thomas; a godson, Heriberto Vazquez II; Johna R. Vazquez, who was like a daughter; great-nieces and nephews, Michael Rose, Sheila Kearney, Pamela Ridley, Hassan Mason, Kayle Mason, and Jaiden Mason; very devoted friends, Muriel Spratley, Joan Overton, Barbara Warren, and Grey Barrow; and many other friends, neighbors, and church members., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, at Union Branch Baptist Church, 11521 River Road, Chesterfield, Va. The Rev. Dr. Gregory Howard, pastor, will officiate. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park., The family will receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling 804-733-9461., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Thweatt 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, |
CARPER, Betsy Ann, 80, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Martha Carper; and her dear friend, Sarah Levy. She is survived by her brother, William B. Carper; several nieces and nephews; and godchildren, Rebecca Orpiano and David Rothenberg. The family will receive friends Thursday, December 10, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave. Interment private. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Beverly Anita Thomas, 55, departed this life on Monday, Nov. 30, 2009, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. She was a former employee of Apex., Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today, Dec. 5, 2009, at the Sixth House, 2003 Kecoughtan Road, Hampton, with Minister Leroy Johnson, officiating. Viewing will be one hour prior to the service., Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby, Funeral Directress, 757-357-4742 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
MATTHEWS, Blanche Tucker, 90, of Henrico County, passed away Friday, December 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Matthews; and her beloved son, Jimmy Matthews. Blanche is survived by her son, Bob A. Matthews; daughter, Jane M. Spence (Charles); grandchildren, Julie Nelson, Johnny Matthews (Shayne), Mary Matthews, David Matthews (Katie), and Jennifer Lehman (Fred); five great-grandchildren, Ryan, Brittany, Kaitlyn, Hunter and Bailey; and several nieces and nephews. Blanche was retired from Virginia Department of Taxation with over 30 years of service, and a member of Broadus Memorial Baptist Church. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va., where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. |
will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Sherwood Memorial Park with Pastor Roy L. Miller officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
Lowell Edison Bowden, 70, of Lindside, W.Va., passed away Friday, December 5, 2009. Arrangements by BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home, Peterstown, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Rose Marie Bradford, 43, passed away Friday, December 4, 2009. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
ISLIP, Sgt. Brandon T., 23, was declared deceased on November 29, 2009. He was a member of the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division stationed in Fort Bragg, N.C. He was serving his second tour of duty in Afghanistan. Sgt. Islip had been missing since November 4, 2009. Eyewitness reports say that he dove into the Bala Murghab River to save one of his men during a re-supply mission in western Afghanistan. His body was recovered after a local Afghan citizen provided information on his whereabouts. His decorations include the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Army Commendation Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Army Good Conduct Medal. Brandon is survived by his wife, Sonja Lynn Islip; his father, George W. Islip III; stepmother, Rosemary Hampton; his mother, Allison Chaney; a younger sister, Scarlett Chaney; and an extremely large loving family. A funeral service will be held in Fort Bragg, N.C. A memorial service with military honors will be held Friday, December 11, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Westover Hills United Methodist Church, 1705 Westover Hills Blvd., Richmond, Va. Memorial contributions can be made to Snowball Express, a charity for the children of fallen military heroes. |
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Dec 6, 2009 Brenda Harvey Sharpe, 59, of 5480 Barrows Mill Road, Martinsville, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at her home. Boone-Reynolds Funeral Home in Eden, N.C., is in charge of arrangements. |
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FARRAR - Charles "Chuck" E. Dec. 6, 1961-March 25, 2009 Son, brother, dad and friend - Happy Birthday. Your parting has left a void, but filled with remembered joy. Your time was all too brief, but won't be lengthened with undue grief. God lifted up your heart and shared with Thee. He wanted you now and therefore set you free. Your family |
will be conducted Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, 6309 Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502. Chaplain Marie Pogorelic will officiate. The family will receive friends Monday, Dec. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322. Friends are invited to send condolences and to sign the online guestbook at www., Make a memorial contribution |
Calvin Wade Cox BRISTOL, Tenn. Funeral service for Calvin Wade Cox will be held Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Col. Dennis Hamm officiating. The burial will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the Vanover Cemetery with military honors conducted by the American Legion Hammond Post 3/265 of Kingsport and the Tennessee Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. prior to the service on Sunday or other times at the home of his parents, Joe and Hulda at 428 Old Weaver Pike Bluff City, TN 37618. Online condolences may be registered at, Calvin Wade Cox GYSGT U.S. Marine Corp Retired, age 50, passed away Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at Johnson City Medical Center. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
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 |
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While the cancer sometimes weakened her physically, her love of living and her spirit remained strong. She showed us how to live fully and courageously with difficult treatments and an unknown future. She will hold a sacred place in the hearts of those who knew her., Joan was born Dec. 19, 1955 in Whittier, Calif., to James and Norma Fulbright, where she lived until the age of 10. The family then ventured to Lake Havasu City, Ariz., as one of the towns early residents, where she graduated from high school and then attended Arizona State University. She returned to California and married in 1979, raising two daughters (Amber and Jamie Curran). In 1986, she and the girls relocated to Sierra Vista, Ariz., where she met Michael and married in May 1988. Michael's job lead the family first to Fort Walton Beach, Fla., where her third daughter, Courtney Coirin was born in 1992, and then on to Yorktown., Joan had many loves and interests including family, traveling, cooking, gardening, birding, music and holidays. She was an active mom, deeply involved with her children and their interests and education. Her first grandchild (Mykah Renee Lassiter) was born in 2006 and she devoted long and loving hours to her care. Having grown up on the Colorado River in Arizona, she had a love for the Southwest and had planned to someday return there permanently. In the last two years, she became an avid kayaker, and she and Michael enjoyed many local paddles., She was preceded in death by her father, James Fulbright., She is survived by her husband, Michael Coirin; mother, Norma Fulbright; daughters, Amber Curran, Jamie Curran, and Courtney Coirin; brothers, Michael, Robert, and John Fulbright (her twin brother); and grandchild, Mykah Lassiter., The family would like to acknowledge Joan's medical and hospice team which provided exceptional care including, Dr. Scott Kruger; N.P. Kim Heath and her nurses, Denise Stanfield, Vicky White, Rebecca Ferrell, Jackie Foster, Lisa Fragala, and Linda Johnson; and hospice volunteer, Tish Walker. You made a difficult journey bearable with your professional skills and compassion., A celebration of Joan's life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at the Yorktown Freight Shed. |
In Loving Memory of Ashley Renee St.Clair CHAFFIN Today we would have celebrated our first Anniversary. We had so may plans and so many dreams for our family. Then on May 3, 2009, God called you home. Oh Ashley how much I love and miss you. I know in my heart that God had other plans for you, but that was the worst day of my life. I know I will see you again one day...., Your Husband, Richard, Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel with Pastors Tim Gearheart and Bob West officiating. Interment will follow at Fair View Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 6, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
Joel Holland Chapman SMITHFIELD - Joel Holland Chapman, 93, departed his earthly life Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at Riverside Convalescent Center, Smithfield. He was the devoted husband of Virginia Betts Chapman for 61 years. Born March 6, 1916, in Smithfield, he was the son of the late Henly Charles Chapman and Louise Holland Chapman. Joel was the first Eagle Scout in Smithfield. He was a graduate of Smithfield High School and traveled to the FFA Convention in Kansas City in 1934 to receive an agricultural award. He was a World War II Army veteran serving in Okinawa. He worked at his father's hardware store in Smithfield and later became a successful insurance agent, but his real life passion was in gardening. He prided himself in his tireless efforts and the abundant garden that he produced each year. Mr. Chapman was a member of the Smithfield Baptist Church and was a charter member of the Smithfield Ruritan Club. In addition to his wife, Mr. Chapman is survived by three daughters, Sarah Rogers and her husband Geoff of Newport News, Louise Riley and her husband Bill of Lynchburg, and Susan Anderson and her husband Greg of Charlottesville; one brother, Fred R. Chapman of Virginia Beach; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Henly Chapman and one sister, Tillie C. Fisher. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, in Colonial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dr. Donald R. Rhoton officiating. Burial will follow in Ivy Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends 7 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Smithfield Baptist Church, 100 Wainwright Drive, Smithfield, VA 23430 or a charity of choice. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield., Make a memorial contribution |
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Frank was a World War II Navy veteran and retired from Chesapeake Corporation as a maintenance superintendent., His wife of 57 years, Martha J. Foster, preceded him in death., He is survived by three sons, Dennis Foster and his wife, Glenda of Johns Island, S.C., Calvin Foster and his wife, Shiela of Fredericksburg, Va., and Bryan Foster of West Point; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and many friends and extended family members., A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, VA. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to West Point Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, P.O. Box X, West Point, VA 23181., Condolences may be registered at |
FOSTER, Charles Frank, 87, of West Point, died Friday, December 4, 2009. Frank was a World War II Navy veteran and retired from Chesapeake Corporation as a maintenance superintendent. His wife of 57 years, Martha J. Foster, preceded him in death. He is survived by three sons, Dennis Foster and his wife, Glenda, of Johns Island, S.C., Calvin Foster and his wife, Shiela, of Fredericksburg, Va. and Bryan Foster of West Point; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and many friends and extended family members. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 8 at 11 a.m. at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to West Point Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, P.O. Box X, West Point, Va. 23181. Condolences may be registered at www.vincentfh.com. |
Mr. Charlie Tucker, of 11003 Marguerita D. Ragsdale St., McKenney, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney. 804-478-4411. |
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will be held 2 p.m. Friday, December 11, 2009 in the chapel of Storke Funeral Home, Bowling Green. Burial will follow in Lakewood Cemetery. Sign register book online at, Make a memorial contribution |
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Claude Easley |
Dec 6, 2009 Claude Edward Easley, 85, of 3721 Wyatt Farm Road, Axton, died Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at Stratford Health Care Center in Danville. Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
Card Of Thanks Juanita Sexton Clay July 31, 1938 - November 12, 2009 The family of the late Juanita Clay wishes to express sincere gratitude for all acts of kindness shown to us during the passing of our loved one. Your expressions of love were comforting to us. Sincerely, The Family, Make a memorial contribution |
Durvian (Petie) Terry Clemons, 82, of Roanoke, died Friday, December 4, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel 540-982-2100, Make a memorial contribution |
He is preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Troy Chapman (2007), Clarence Chapman (1995), and Bob Chapman (2001)., Leaving to morn his departure is his wife, Linda Hatchett Chapman; sisters, Christine Barrett (Orlando) of Gastonia, N.C., Vernice Campbell, and Verna Beach (Eugene) of Dorchester, Mass., Louise Williams (Lonnie) of Brideton, N.C., Clara Chapman of Morehead City, N.C., Shirley Barnes (Michael) of Garner, N.C.; uncle, Benjamin Bryant of Newport News, Va.; nephew, David Cottle of the home; and a host of other family and friends., Special thanks go out to the staff of the VA Medical Hospital, Hampton, Va., Nursing Home B., Funeral service will be held at noon Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at St Paul A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Donald F. White, officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be held today, Dec. 6, 2009, from 1 to 6 p.m., at M. E. Fisher Funeral Home Chapel., Services of Celebration and Remembrance are entrusted to the M. E. Fisher Funeral Home, 2117 Madison Ave., Newport News, VA 757-245-3302. |
In Loving Memory, Sonny Cobb, Sept. 13, 1939 - Dec. 6, 2008, Wife, Children, Grandchildren and Pets, Make a memorial contribution |
Kenneth E. Colden Sr. SUFFOLK - Kenneth E. Colden Sr., 56, of the 400 block of Calvin St., died Dec. 2, 2009, in Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. Born in Portsmouth, he was employed with Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a electronics technician for more than 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Shirley S. Colden; one daughter, Kenyatta Johnson; one son, Kenneth E. Colden Jr. (Jameela); mother, Marie Cross Colden; one sister, Deborah A. Colden; two brothers, Eugene G. Colden Jr. (Monique) and Jemal Colden, both of Richmond; four grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Eugene G. Colden Sr. A funeral will be held at noon Tuesday in Calvary Evangelical Church, Chesapeake, with Pastor Allen McFarland officiating. Burial will be held in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. Viewing will begin Monday at noon. The family will receive friends at 412 Calvin St., Suffolk. The body will be in the church Tuesday at 11 a.m. Fisher Funeral Home, Effingham St., is in charge. www. fisherfuneral. com., Make a memorial contribution |
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Dorothy Sarver Cook, 87, of Salem, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2009. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
Donald Eugene (Duck) Crenshaw Sr., 60, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, December 4, 2009. Arrangements by HamlarCurtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at Scott Memorial United Methodist Church Sunday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. Cremation Society of Virginia assisted the family., Make a memorial contribution |
JONES, Daisy Bullock, 60, of Richmond, Va., departed this life Friday, December 4, 2009. Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave. Funeral notice later. |
On the morning of Sunday, November 22, 2009, Dr. S. John (Jack) Davis passed away in Roanoke, Va., after a long illness. Jack is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jan; and their four children, Lisa, Kara, John and Megan, their spouses; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was a wonderful husband, father, educator and friend. Dr. Davis was awarded a B.S. Degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a Masters Degree from George Washington University and a Doctoral Degree from The American University. In addition, he held an honorary LLD from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Davis devoted all of his professional life to the children of the State of Virginia. He served as a teacher and administrator in the Arlington County Public Schools and as Director at the Flint Hill School in Oakton, Va. In the Fairfax County Public Schools he served as principal at Fort Hunt and West Springfield High Schools, Area Two Superintendent, and Division Superintendent of Schools. In 1979, Dr. Davis was appointed to the position of State Superintendent of Public Instruction by Governor John N. Dalton and reappointed to the same position by Governors Charles S. Robb and Gerald Baliles, serving until his retirement in 1990. During his tenure as State Superintendent, Dr. Davis served as a member of the Southern Regional Education Board, a trustee of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Virginia State Council of Higher Education, and the Commissioner of the Education Commission of the States. In addition, after his retirement he served as an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech, a Visiting Professor at George Mason University, and as the principle partner in the firm of S. John Davis and Associates, Ltd. Jack loved people, and he would smile if you would remember him in a way that would be special to you. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
time. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, . Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution |
Deaun Ruth Dye Brockmyre The funeral service for Deaun Ruth Dye Brockmyre will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at First Baptist Church, Bristol Virginia, with R.C. Sproul Jr., Laurence Windham, Wayne Hays and Mark Dewey officiating. The committal service and interment will be at 4 p.m. Sunday in Russell Memorial Cemetery in Lebanon, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com Deaun Ruth Dye Brockmyre, age 44, went to Heaven on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, following an automobile accident. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Brockmyre. |
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Ms. Deborah E. Gant, age 52, of 130 McKeever St., Petersburg, departed this life Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, at the Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. She was born in Baltimore, Md., August 27, 1957., Debbie was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Baker Dugger., She leaves to cherish her memories her devoted stepfather, Deacon Lee a Dugger (Pacing); four aunts, Elmira Johnson (John), Francis Watkins, Audrey Bazemore (Vanzella) and Mary Garnett all of Baltimore, Md.; a stepbrother, Jermaine Dugger; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends to include the staff of and friends at the Helping Hands Adult Center., A service of love and remembrance was held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. In remembrance, please make donations in honor Debbie's life to the Helping Hands Adult Center at 130 McKeever St., Petersburg., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. |
in the church social hall and at other times in the home of Ruth and Franck Judkins. The family suggests memorial contributions to Bethany United Methodist Church, Building Fund, c/o Raymond Edwards, 13088 Mill Swamp Road, Smithfield, or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield., Make a memorial contribution |
Dolly Maye Thomas, Dolly Maye Thomas, 91, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2009, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital., She was born August 30, 1918, in Albemarle County, the daughter of the late Jessie Adam and Virginia Ruth Roberts Shifflett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Everette L. Thomas; two sisters, Anna Garrison and Gladys Sandridge; and four brothers, Alvin Shifflett, Clinton Shifflett, Jessie "Junior" Shifflett and Charles Garwood Shifflett., She is survived by a daughter, Linda Woolfrey and her husband, Larkin, of Crozet, Virginia; a foster daughter, Mary Sue Deese and her husband, Anthony of Alabama; a foster grandson, Kevin Breeden of Texas; a sister, Faye Gibson and her husband, Cecil, of Crozet, Virginia; and numerous nieces and nephews., She had a beautiful smile and will be greatly missed!, A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009 at Mount Moriah United Methodist Church in White Hall, Virginia, with the Reverend Chris McLain officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Moriah Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 3 until 4 p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Teague Funeral Home., The family extends their special thanks to the staff of the 7th Floor at Martha Jefferson Hospital. Also special thanks to the staff at Golden Living - The Cedars where she spent her last three months., The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Mount Moriah United Methodist Church, 4524 Garth Road, Charlottesville, Virginia 22901 or to the Ashley Walton Fund, c/o Bank of America, Box 128, Crozet, Virginia 22932. |
BRUEGMAN, Donald C., 74, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 4, 2009 after a courageous fight with multiple myeloma. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Marlene; two daughters, Kimberly Linn (Leonard), of Houston, Texas, Stephanie Tannone, of Wellington, Fla.; and four grandchildren, Harrison and Samantha Linn, Alex and Hannah Tannone. Donald was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was employed with the University of Cincinnati for 25 years then moved to Richmond, Virginia, spending 18 years at Virginia Commonwealth University as the Senior Vice President for Administration. A memorial service will be held at Palms West Funeral Home, 110 Business Park Way, Royal Palm Beach, Fla. 33411, on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a service beginning at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, Good Samaritan Hospital, 1309 North Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, Fla. 33401. |
MATHEWS - Mr. Donald Ray Milby, age 60, died peacefully at his home, Friday, Dec. 4, 2009. |
MILLER, Donna Marie, 50, of Newberry Springs, Calif., died suddenly November 29, 2009. She was predeceased by her father, Franck Miller Jr. She is survived by her husband, Jim Speer of Newberry Springs, Calif.; mother, Barbara Miller; sister and brother-in-law, Cindy and Lem Johnson; brother, Chris Miller; and nephew, Andy Johnson, all of Richmond, Va. Services private. The family may be contacted at sammaxdove@comcast.net. Donna was known for her love of animals and had come to the rescue of many in need. If you wish to make a donation in Donna's memory, please do so to a humane society or rescue shelter of your choice. |
Doris Knarr Spink Doris Knarr Spink, age 80, of Wood Lake Village passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. She was born in Shamokin, Pa., a daughter of the late J. Robert and Dorothy Knarr. Ms. Spink was an active member of her community. She was preceded in death by her husband Ross Spink Jr.; and a daughter, Judith Amanda Spink. Survivors include one son, Jeffrey Spink of Dunedin, Fla.; two daughters, Deborah Ford and husband Harold Ford of Jasper, Ga., and Diane Hite of Bristol Tennessee; four grandchildren, Jason Ford, Brandon Ford, Ryan Hite and Paige Hite; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Lulamae Lotz of Mechanicsburg, Pa. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church. Inurnment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the, , 950 48th Avenue North, Ste 101, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. An online guest book is available at, Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. |
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MAPHIS, Dorothy W., 77, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 3, 2009. She was a member of Salisbury Presbyterian Church for 36 years and is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, John Maphis. She is also survived by two daughters, Paula Powers of Richmond, and Jo Anne Wright and her husband, Charles, of Powhatan; three grandchildren, Jennifer and Robert Prewitt, and Sanders Woolfolk Jr.; and her sister, Nan Scheuler, of Hillsboro, Oregon. Her family will receive friends on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Salisbury Presbyterian Church, 13621 W. Salisbury Road, Midlothian, with a memorial service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider Odyssey Health Care. Arrangements by Angelus Funeral & Cremation Traditions. |
She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Haile Cannon and is survived by her son, John Haile and wife, Dorothy Cannon of Barboursville, Va.; daughter, Susan C. Ford and husband, Keith of Raleigh, N.C.; grandsons, Arthur H. Cannon II, Paulus Clayton Cannon, Christopher T. Ford and wife, Jennifer; and great-granddaughter, Reese C. Ford., The family requests expressions of sympathy to take the form of contributions to First United Methodist Church Fox Hill, Building Fund, 1 Salt Pond Rd., Hampton, VA 23664., A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, followed by a reception, at First United Methodist Church Fox Hill. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Dorothy Virginia Stevenson, Dorothy Virginia Stevenson, 81, of Charlottesville, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2009., She was born June 17, 1928, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to Herman Alfred and Lee Bell Steindorff. She was preceded in death by her husband, James McCluskie Stevenson., She is survived by her sons, Andrew Stevenson of Herndon, Virginia, and Robert Stevenson of Berlin, Germany; and by daughters-in-law, Kimberlyn Stevenson and Undine Mros of Herndon and Berlin respectively. She is also survived by grandchildren, Mac and Harry Stevenson, both of Herndon, Virginia; a sister, Frieda Shoemake of Deland, Florida; and a brother, Alfred Steindorff of White Plains, New York., Dorothy had a love for music and taught it for many years. She was an officer of the Wednesday Music Club, a longtime member of The Oratorio Society of Charlottesville Albemarle, and a member of the Charlottesville Music Teachers Association. She was also a member of the Peace Lutheran Church., A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, January 2, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wednesday Music Club, P.O. Box 7642, Charlottesville, VA 22906. |
BRIEL, Dr. Lawrence Ingram Jr., 69, of Richmond, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2009. He was the son of Lawrence I. and Elizabeth Allison Briel. Surviving are his brother, John G. Briel; sister-in-law, Lori W. Briel of Richmond; and sister, Suzanne B. Farrior of Fayetteville, N.C. Dr. Briel was a geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey of the Department of the Interior. Graveside services on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. at Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Virginia, Retreat Chapter, 2621 Grove Ave., Richmond, Va. 23220. |
DAVIS, Dr. S. John "Jack," passed away on the morning of Sunday, November 22, 2009 in Roanoke, Va. after a long illness. Jack is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jan; and their four children, Lisa, Kara, John and Megan; their spouses, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a wonderful husband, father, educator and friend. Dr. Davis was awarded a B.S. Degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a Master's Degree from George Washington University and a Doctoral Degree from The American University. In addition, he held an honorary LLD from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Davis devoted all of his professional life to the children of the State of Virginia. He served as a teacher and administrator in the Arlington County Public Schools and as Director at the Flint Hill School in Oakton, Va. In the Fairfax County Public Schools, he served as principal at Fort Hunt and West Springfield High Schools, Area Two Superintendent and Division Superintendent of Schools. In 1979, Dr. Davis was appointed to the position of State Superintendent of Public Instruction by Governor John N. Dalton and reappointed to the same position by Governors Charles S. Robb and Gerald Baliles, serving until his retirement in 1990. During his tenure as State Superintendent, Dr. Davis served as a member of the Southern Regional Education Board, a trustee of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Virginia State Council of Higher Education and the Commissioner of the Education Commission of the States. In addition, after his retirement, he served as an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech, a visiting professor at George Mason University and as the principal partner in the firm of S. John Davis and Associates, Ltd. Jack loved people and he would smile if you would remember him in a way that would be special to you. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, Va. |
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Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for Ernest Cevix Foster, 78, of Martinsville, who died Dec. 1, 2009, at Kindred Hospital, Greensboro, N.C., was held Saturday at Saint Paul High Street Baptist Church with the Rev. William A. Shackleford Sr. officiating. Burial was in Philpott Cemetery, Terry's Mountain Road, Martinsville. Pallbearers were Harry Seay, Charlie Williamson, Alfonza Reynolds, Alonza Kirby, Maurice Waller and Melvin Wooding Jr. Hairston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. |
She was born on June 1, 1943, and raised in Monaca, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Chester E. Huff and America M. Huff. On Dec. 7, 1970, she married her husband, Arthur, and traveled extensively with him and their children as an Army family., A tireless worker, devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend to many, she will be missed by her family and friends around the country. Ellen was very active at church, as well as in local gardening and book clubs. The sick, elderly and weak appreciated the excellent meals she cooked for them, as did her family and friends., She is survived by her husband, Arthur; son, Mark and his wife, Kara of Atlanta, Ga.; daughter, Leanne and her husband Erik of Williamsburg; as well as by her brother, Tom; four grandchildren, Ethan, Sam, Kelsey and Emily; and her extended family., A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Dec. 13, at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, 500 Jamestown Road in Williamsburg., The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202., Online condolences may be expressed at |
will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church. Friends are invited to a celebration of Eleanor's life to be held at the home of Russ and Kelly Ellis from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 17, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel & Crematory, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
JOHNSON- In loving memory of Elmore W. "Bro" Johnson, who departed this life December 3, 1988. Time can't erase loving memories. Though 21 years have gone by, we know you're still watching over us, from your home up in the sky. ~Family & Friends |
was held to honor Dr. England and to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Dr. England's favorite causes, the Bradley Free Clinic, 1240 3rd St., SW, Roanoke, Va. 24016 or to the First Presbyterian Church, 1 John Calvin Circle, Greenville, Miss. 38701., Make a memorial contribution |
celebrating Imogene's life will be conducted 10 a.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009, from the Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Joey Phillips and Philip Clements officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at the Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice., Make a memorial contribution |
KMETZ In loving memory of Ethel M. Kmetz Jan. 29, 1925 ~ Dec. 8, 1999 We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday and days before that, too. We think of you in silence, we speak your name with pride, and we relive our memories of living side by side. Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in His keeping - we have you in our heart. Truly missed by Your Husband, Dick, Your 2 Children & Spouses, 4 Grandchildren & Spouses, and 5 Great-Grandchildren |
HICKMAN, Eugene W. Sr., 82, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 22, 2009. He was the widower of Lois W. Hickman; and is survived by his daughters, Dorothy Bach, Frances Kibler, Sarah Burles and Margaret Hambro; sons, Eugene Wallace Hickman Jr. and Darryl Wayne Hickman; sister, Ruth Wright; sister-in-law, Barbara Hickman; and 13 grandchildren. Mr. Hickman was a U.S. Army WWII veteran and a former sales rep. with Eskimo Pie. His funeral service and interment will be private. |
Eugene E. Evans, 95, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in the Virginia Veterans Care Center. Mr. Evans was a World War II veteran serving in the Europe Conflict with the 82nd Medical Battalion as a Field Medic where he received several commendations. He spent some his retirement volunteering at the VA Hospital helping others. Surviving are a son, James Evans, of Roanoke; daughter, Beth McCreery and husband, Joel, of South Carolina; step son, Steven Price, of Saltville; and five grandchildren, Justin and Jessica Evans, Meghan and Dylan McCreery and Jared Foutz. The family requests that memorials be made to a charity of your choice in his name. Services will be private. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
Everett was a farmer all of his life in Isle of Wight and Surry Counties. In 1952 he purchased and moved to a farm near Bacon's Castle and continued farming until his retirement in 1990., Mr. Doggett served on the Board of Directors for Prince George Rural Electric Co-op. He also served on the Board of Directors for the former Bank of Surry/First VA Bank. He was a Board Member of the Surry County Board of Education Foundation. Everett was a charter member of the Isle of Wight and the Moonlight Ruritan Clubs. He was a member of the Virginia Peanut Growers' Association., He was a former member of Woodland Methodist Church and presently a member of Bethany United Methodist Church. He served as a longtime usher, served on the Administrative Board, and was a member of the Men's Bible Class., Left to cherish Everett's memory is his wife of 65 years, Annie Delilah Jones Doggett; two daughters, Sandra Lynn Doggett Crocker and her husband, Peter Frank of Windsor, and Ruth Dare Doggett Judkins and her husband, William Franck of Surry County; his son, Everett Henry Doggett III; and grandson, Jonathan Franck Judkins both of Surry County., He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Brenda Doggett Garner and Eula Belle Doggett Drewery; and brother, Alfred Dwight Doggett., A service celebrating Everett's life will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Bethany United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Lowell Petry, the Rev Bob Cofield and the Rev. Tommy Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in Bethany Cemetery. The family will receive friends following the service in the church social hall and at other times in the home of Ruth Doggett Judkins., The family suggests memorial contributions to Bethany United Methodist Church, Building Fund, c/o Raymond Edwards, 13088 Mill Swamp Road, Smithfield, VA or to the charity of one's choice. |
In Loving Memory of Joseph Paul Jr. FISHER 09-02-1981 12-06-2008, J.P. You left us a year ago today. There were no good-byes, just a lot of broken hearts that will never mend. There are no words to say how much we love & miss you, but we know that you are in God's care and we will be together some day., Mom, Dad, Children & Family, Make a memorial contribution |
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Fred Daniel Walker departed this life on Dec. 3, 2009, in Colonial Heights, Va., He was born on Oct. 27, 1923, to the Willie G. Walker and Eliza Tucker Walker. He attended elementary and high school in Dinwiddie County. He was drafted into the U.S. Army and spent three years in the military. He was employed as a carpenter with Daughtry and Edmonds Contractors and Hicks Contracting. He retired from janitorial service in 1986 from Dinwiddie County Schools., After his marriage to Vivian Spicely, he lived in McKenney, Va. To this union were born three daughters Maurice, Cynthia and Dolores. He later moved to Wilsons and joined Mt. Poole Baptist Church where he remained a faithful member until his death., He is preceded in death by his brothers Norman, James, Morris and Roscoe; and his sisters Adelle and Ella., His favorite pastimes were baseball, hunting, farming, and carpentry., He leaves behind to celebrate his life, a devoted wife, Vivian; his daughters, Maurice Taylor (Melvin) of Prince George, Cynthia Mitchell of Prince George, Va., and Dolores White (the Rev. Dr. Kevin) of Portsmouth, Va.; grandchildren Monika Taylor, Kanesha Taylor, Danielle Baugh-White, Ebony Mitchell, Tony Baugh-White, and Kara Mitchell, Likevin White, Brandon White; four great-granddaughters, Adrianna Willis, Likelya White, Likerya White and Chaunsa White; one sister, Mildred Gill of Capital Heights, Md.; three aunts, Bernice Spicely of Wilsons, Va., Lottie Fowlkes of Maryland, and Sadie Spicely of Portsmouth, Va.; two brothers-in-law, Eddie and Preston Spicely (Millie) of Wilsons, Va.; four sisters-in-law Hilda Bower of Colonial Heights, Va., Arlene Spicely of Petersburg, Va., Martha Walker of Blackstone, Va., Irene Walker of Newport News, Va. and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., Funeral services will be held at noon Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009 at the Mount Poole Baptist Church, Ford, with the pastor the Rev. Stephen W. Pugh officiating and the Rev. Arlester Newsome Jr. eulogizing. Burial will be in the church cemetery. A visitation will be held Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Petersburg Chapel-Joseph M. Johnson and Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St. The family can be contacted at 804-458-8653 at the residence of his daughter (Maurice Taylor)., Funeral Services entrusted to the Petersburg Chapel-Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home 530 S. Sycamore St Petersburg 804-863-4411. |
Fred Molter, 80, of Charlottesville and formerly of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2009., He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Mary Della Molter; and brothers, Arthur Jr., John, Jimmy and Elton., Mr. Molter retired from the Army with 23 years of service., Surviving are his wife, Mary Louise Molter of Charlottesville; daughters, Mary Della Cohen and her husband, Dave, Brenda Lee Landes and her husband, Gared, Debra Lynn Molter, and Bonnie Sue Lynch and her husband, Jeff; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park., The family will open the visitation to the public 12 noon, Saturday, December 5, 2009, to continue through Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237. |
French Kelly Keesling RURAL RETREAT, Va. French Kelly Keesling, age 87, passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va. Mr. Keesling was born in Smyth County to the late John French Keesling and Marietta Vaught Keesling and was preceded in death by his first wife, Fleta Martin Keesling; a step-son, Michael Ward; two sisters, Pansy Daugherty and Thelma Keesling. He was a member of the Sharon Baptist Church, the Mt. Empire Antique Tractor Club and the Senior Citizens 55 bowling team. Mr. Keesling worked as a salesman and serviceman for many years at Brodie Thompson's in Marion and Fowlke's Machinery in Wytheville. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Italy during World War II and was the recipient of several medals of valor. Mr. Keesling was an avid fisherman and photographer and recorded services at Sharon Baptist Church for many years. Survivors include: wife of 30 years, Freda Keesling; five children, Tessie Hughes and husband Billy Ed, Marion, Jeanie Stewart and husband Dickie, Richmond, Richard Keesling and wife Jackie, Marion, Jerry Keesling and wife Roxanna, Troutdale, Gary Keesling and wife Vivian, Roxboro, N.C.; one brother, Harold Keesling and wife Marie, Roxboro, N.C.; one sister, Jackie Chandler and Husband Jerry, Tallahassee, Fla.; three step-children; 22 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews friends and other family members also survive. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at the Bradley's Funeral Home in Marion with Dr. Jack Garland and Rev. Jack Rutherford officiating. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Rosewood Memorial Gardens in Rural Retreat with Full Military honors being rendered by the Francis Marion V.F.W. Post 4667. The family will receive friends Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home or anytime at the Keesling home or the home of Tessie and Billy Ed Hughes. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions can be made to a charity of choice in Mr. Keesling's memory. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, Bradley's Funeral Home is serving the Keesling family. |
GREENE, Gerald W., age 60, passed away on December 3, 2009. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Courtney Adkins of North Carolina and her husband, Mike; his two grandchildren, Trey and Maddie; and his mother, Elsie Petteway. Thanks to his faithful friends. Celebration of life to be announced at a later date. |
7 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009, Buena Vista Pentecostal Holiness Church. Arrangements by Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home, Buena Vista, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Joan E. Gasparoli, of Roanoke, Virginia, died December 1, 2009. In October, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Bob. Joan is survived by her daughter, Lissa and her husband, Steve Gooch; daughter, Linda and her husband, Doug Bristol; daughter, Margaret and her husband, Kevin Tanner; son Tom, wife Joanna, and children, Ashley and Crews; grandchildren, Megan and husband, Brian Snoddy, Matt Gooch, Marissa Gasparoli, Genna and Dillon Tanner, Peyton and Kayla Bristol; and great-grandchild, Jacob Snoddy. After graduation from Lake Forest College outside Chicago, Joan settled briefly in Schenectady, N.Y., where she met Bob while both worked at General Electric. Joan and Bob married in 1949. She raised her family with him in the Roanoke Valley, where they lived for 53 years. Joan was devoted to her family and enjoyed all children. Joan was a teacher and director at Covenant Presbyterian Church Preschool for 25 years. After retirement, she shared her love of reading and children by volunteering for years at Penn Forest and Oak Grove Elementary Schools. A bridge player and sportswoman, she picked up the game of tennis and relished her regular matches with her friends. Joan was also a talented knitter and crocheter who always had a project in the works and made many precious gifts of personal items for her family and grandchildren. A memorial mass will be held at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church on Saturday, December 12, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Msgr. Joseph Lehman celebrating. Family and friends are invited to stay for a reception at the church after the mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Oak Grove Elementary School at 5005 Grandin Rd. Ext., Roanoke, VA. 24018, Friends of the Roanoke County Library at 3131 Electric Rd., Roanoke, VA 24018, or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by Oakey's South Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
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AVENT, Ms. Genieve, of 2411 Langston Ave., departed this life December 5, 2009. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice later. |
George Houchins, III |
Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for George Houchins III, 65, of Stuart, who died Nov. 30, 2009, was held Friday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with Dr. Roger Hagwood officiating. Burial was in Patrick Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were members of Masonic Lodge 320, his grandchildren and other family and friends. |
He was preceded in death by his parents, George E. and Harriett Matthews; and his brother, Bruce E. Matthews., He was a graduate of Mathews High School. He served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Army. After leaving the service, he was employed at Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Company and the Yorktown Naval Weapons Station. He later became a Merchant Fisherman for the Zapata Corporation, Louisiana and Omega Protein Corporation, Inc., Reedsville, Va., Survivors include daughters, Erica and Keisha Matthews of Newport News; grandchildren, Kaelan Scott, Kennedy and Kendall Parlett; two brothers, John Matthews of Newport News, and Michael Matthews (Pat) of Mathews, Va.; four sisters, Ann Willis (Anderson) of Mathews, Connie Willis (Herbert) of Mathews, Linda White (Donald) of Yorktown, Va., and Shirley Cooke (Ralph) of Gloucester, Va.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., A viewing will be held on Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at the funeral home, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and at First Baptist Church in Mathews, from 5 to 7 p.m. A celebration and farewell will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at First Baptist Church, Mathews, Va. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, with military honors. |
Geraldine Parke Koon, 71, of Prince George, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009 at the Riverview on the Appomattox., She was preceded in death by her parents, Arvil and Josephine McCloud Bohannon; her husband, Raymond J. Koon; and a sister, Linda Warner., Geraldine was a retired clerk for Walnut Hill Cleaners., She is survived by her children, Lisa G. Schall and husband Jeff of Prince George, Danny Parke of Prince George, George Parke and wife Mary of Chesterfield, Paul Parke of Colonial Heights; grandchildren, Jeffery Schall II, Stephanie Parke, Daniel Parke, Justin Parke, Jamie Mayton, Logan Parke; one great grandchild, Lena Schall; sisters Mildred J. Jones of Crossville Tenn., Thelma McMillien of Fremont, Ohio; numerous nieces and nephews., Funeral services will be private in Tennessee at a later date. Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA of Virginia, 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA 23220. Condolences may be registered at |
s 2 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009, at Nicely Funeral Home Chapel, Clifton Forge., Make a memorial contribution |
Gina Marie Livesay 29, of Colonial Heights, died Friday Dec. 4, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Home and Crematory 2033 Boulevard 23834. |
GLOUCESTER POINT - Glynn Dale Jackson, age 50, died peacefully on Dec. 2, 2009, at the Gardens of Warwick Forest. He was born Jan. 1, 1959 to the late Elwood and Gertie Jackson. His brother, Jr. Jackson, also preceded him in death., Glynn is survived by his sister, Sherry McQuillen and husband, Mac; two brothers, Robert E. "Bobby" Jackson and Wayne Jackson; four nephews, Gary McQuillen, Billy Jackson, Wayne Jackson, Robert Jackson; and one niece, Genny Rivero., A memorial service officiated by the Rev. Thad Decker will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. |
Mildred E. Godwin VIRGINIA BEACH - Mildred "Pat" Godwin, 86, went to be with the Lord Dec. 4, 2009. The last of nine children, she was born Jan. 4, 1923, in Erwin, Tenn., to the late Aden and Myrtle Lowery. Pat served her country in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. She was a cashier for Kellam High School when the school first opened in 1962. Pat also worked as a waitress for many years at the old Hurd's Seafood Restaurant. She was a member of St. John's Baptist church. In her spare time she enjoyed traveling, reading, and playing games. Pat was predeceased by her loving husband of 43 years, William E. Godwin Sr. Left to cherish her memory are three children, Myrtle Woolard and husband Leo of North Carolina, William "Ed" Godwin Jr. and wife Sylvia, and Lynn V. Godwin and wife Susan, all of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren, Eddie, Michael, Amanda, and Ashley; and two great-grandchildren, Ava and Devan. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, conducted by the Rev. Bob Pipkin. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Monday, Dec. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donation may be made to St. John's Baptist Church Building Fund. To celebrate the life of Pat, please visit her Everlasting Memorial at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Rev. David Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Wheatland Lutheran Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, December 7, 2009, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Hwy, Buchanan, 254-3000., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held on Monday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. in First Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Dr. Rick Miller and the Rev. Dr. Douglas Nagel will officiate. Memorial donations may be made to the Educational Fund of First Presbyterian Church or to Gloucester Habitat for Humanity. Andrews Funeral home, Gloucester, is in charge of arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Harry Rountree passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009. at his home in Newport News, Va., following a valiant struggle with cancer over the past year., Harry was born Feb. 1, 1938, in Beaumont, Texas. He later moved to Louisiana, where he spent his youth and attended school. He was a graduate of Jefferson Military Academy in Natchez, Miss., and attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, La., from 1956 – 1957. Following four years of military service in the Navy, he returned to Louisiana, enrolling in Northeast Louisiana State University Pharmacy School. He began his Pharmacy career in Winnsboro, affiliating himself with King Drug Store in 1965. In 1971, he purchased King Drug Store and operated it until 1981. From 1981 until 1987, Harry did Pharmacy relief work at various pharmacies in North Louisiana as well as Franklin Parish Hospital. He became Director of Pharmacy at Franklin Parish Hospital in the late 80's and served in that capacity until his retirement in 1993., Retirement gave him the opportunity and time to explore and enjoy his hobbies of fishing and sailing. In 1993, Harry and his wife, Charlene moved to Newport News, Va., to be close to the ocean. The years he spent in this beautiful area were very special to Harry and he found opportunities to continue utilizing his Pharmacy profession by serving as Pharmacist at Riverside Hospital in Newport News until 2004, at which time he retired and spent his time traveling and enjoying his free time., Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Laurine and Harry Rountree; and his daughter, Diane Rountree Wells., He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Charlene Bryant Rountree of Newport News; daughter, Millicent Rountree, Newport News; son, Bryant Rountree and his wife, Cheri of McMinnville, Ore.; two grandchildren, Joshua Russell and Holly Russell of Winnsboro, La.; sisters, Linda Gammill and husband, Gene of Oak Grove, La., Besty Bankston and husband, Vernon of Oak Grove, La., and Bertha Adams and husband, John of Fernandina Beach, Fla.; as well as several nieces and nephews., Harry was a member of Warwick Memorial United Methodist Church., In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Natasha House, 130 Goodwin Neck Road, Yorktown, VA 23692; or the charity of your personal choice |
Gustie Hollander Hedrick, 87, of Troutville, Va., died on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, in the Memory Care and Enrichment Center of Richfield Retirement Community from complications of Alzheimer's disease. Born on April 8, 1922, in Clinchco, Va., Gustie graduated from Crossnore School in Crossnore, N.C., and then completed her nursing education and was awarded her R.N. from Grace Hospital in Banner Elk, N.C. Most of her nursing career was spent in Roanoke, Va., where she was a top-notch and very popular private duty nurse. Her career spanned over 40 years, and she took pride in offering superb patient care. Many of her former patients stayed in touch with her, even after her retirement., Gustie loved to write, read and garden, and enjoyed the company of her cat. She passed her deep love of books and reading to her daughter, Zelma., She is survived by her husband of 60 years, L. Ray Hedrick, of Troutville, Va.; a daughter and son-in-law, Zelma and Charles Harris, of Pearisburg, Va.; one sister, Mamie Conkel, of Logan, Ohio; as well as numerous nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents, John Bunyan Hollander and Lettie Coffey Hollander; sisters, Lockie Rominger and Callie Foster; and brothers, Edwin Hollander, Roadman Hollander, Ivory Hollander, Paul Coffey and Mack Coffey., will be held at Oakey's East Chapel, 5188 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, Va., on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Richard Bansemer officiating., In lieu of flowers, you may make contributions to Southern Care Hospice, 5330 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Va. 24019, the , Central and Western Virginia, 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 306, Charlottesville, Va. 22901 or to a charity of your choice., Her family would like to express sincere thanks to the staff of the Memory Care and Enrichment Center at Richfield Retirement Community for their caring and tireless care of Gustie. Thanks also to the staff and volunteers of Southern Care Hospice for their hard work and support during Gustie's final illness. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel and Crematory, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
Helen Kathryn Medica, 74, of Scottsville, Virginia, died peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2009, at her home with her loving family at her side., She was born May 29, 1935, in New York City, the daughter of Marguerite and James Barry Anderson. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Mary Monaghan., She is survived by her husband, Adolph John; her sons, John of The Plains, Virginia, and James of Aldie, Virginia; daughters- in-law, Megan and Kimberly; and her grandchildren, John Paul, Lauren Holly and Owen Christopher., Helen grew up in New York City, graduated from Notre Dame Academy and the Katharine Gibbs School of New York. She modeled at the Ford Modeling Agency of New York through which she met and later married her husband of 52 years Adolph John. A resident of Scottsville, Virginia, for 19 years she invested her time supporting and regularly attending the St. George Catholic Church. She served as a member of the board of Meals on Wheels of Charlottesville-Albemarle and participated in many local charitable functions and causes. Helen enjoyed her leisure time as a member of the Virginia Creepers Garden Club, Tri-County Riding Club and the Farmington Country Club. In addition she participated in local bridge and yoga groups. She also enjoyed traveling extensively around the world throughout her life. Most importantly Helen treasured and maximized the time spent with her loving family., The family would like to thank the Hospice of the Piedmont for their vocational excellence, tremendous responsiveness, support and care of Helen during the final phase of her life in addition to the medical staff at Martha Jefferson Hospital., A memorial mass to celebrate her life will be held at St. George Catholic Church of Scottsville, Virginia, on 11 a.m. Saturday, December 12, 2009. |
s 1 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Maberry Funeral Home Chapel, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution |
HILL - In memory of my husband and our father, Henry C. Hill Sr., who departed his life 12 years ago today, 12/01/97, and my son and our brother, Reginald L. Hill, who departed his life 12/08/58 at the age of 12. Loved and sadly missed. Wife, Children, Grands & Great-Grands |
Henry Clay Everhart SALTVILLE, Va. Henry Clay Everhart, age 82, born on Jan. 5, 1927, in Saltville, Va., went to be with the Lord on Dec. 4, 2009, at Valley Health Care in Chilhowie,Va. Mr. Everhart was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Oakley Everhart; and brothers and sisters, Drucilla Arnold, Edna Dye, James Everhart, Clarence Everhart, Juanita Brown, Clifford Everhart and Robert Everhart. Mr. Everhart was a member of Glade Community First Church of God, a founding member and past President of the Tri-Cities New Voice Club, as past Chairman for the, of Smyth County, received the honor of Handicapped Person of the Year, a Veteran of the U. S. Navy, and retired from Olin Chemical Corporation after 25 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Survivors: wife of 62 years, Pauline B. Everhart; daughters, Sharon and Bill Cahill and Robin and Preston Brickey; grandsons, Gene and Maria Cahill, Charles and Cara Cahill, Carl Preston Brickey and Alex Michael Brickey; special niece, Peggy and George Farris; sister, Oakie Keen; eight great-grandchildren, Elise, James, Olivia, Ansley, Jac, Will, Sophia and Maggie Cahill; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Henderson Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Little and Rev. Bill Konstantopoulas officiating. Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Mount Rose Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday evening prior to the service. The family would like to thank the 5th Floor Staff at Johnston Memorial Hospital and the 1st Floor Staff at Valley Health Care for their loving care of Mr. Everhart and family. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the, , P. O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718, Glade Community First Church of God, P.O. Box 817, Glade Spring, VA 24340, or Benevolence Fund of Quarry United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1093, Saltville, VA 24370. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be neighbors and friends. Online condolences may be made at, D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville, Va., is serving the Everhart family. |
Herbert Henry Tate ABINGDON, Va. Services for Herbert Henry Tate will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at 3 p.m. at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, with Rev. Amy Bartee officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Claude Shortt, Wilton Hilt, Rodney Warren, Don Watkins, Junior Roark, and Fred Osborne. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of choice; or the Activities Department at Bristol Nursing Home, c/o Pat Nash, 261 North St., Bristol, TN 37620. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting |
Margaret Pierce Herron SOUTH HILL - Margaret Edna Pierce Herron, 71, passed away Dec. 3, 2009, after a long illness in Eden, N.C. She was the daughter of Verda Pierce and the late Elbert L. Pierce. Margaret was a former resident of Chesapeake and South Hill, Va., and a lifelong member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, James Herron of South Hill; her sons, Perry Edwards Jr. and his wife Janet of Eden, N.C., and Timothy Edwards and his wife Kathy of Lenoir, N.C., both, formerly of Chesapeake. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Charles Jones; nieces, Debra Reed and Anna Carter; and nephew, Charles Jones III of Chesapeake. She was preceded in death by her sister, Anna Pierce Jones. Boone-Reynolds Funeral Service in Eden, N.C., is serving the family. Online condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Virginia Sakakini Hill NORFOLK - Virginia Sakakini Hill, 91, passed away Dec. 4, 2009, at home in the comfort of her loving family. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Ralph William; her father, Michael; mother, Ajia; and her brothers, Charles, Abraham, Nicholas, Joseph, John, Samuel and Constance. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Cox and Al Lambiase; son, John and wife Carol Hill; and granddaughters, Tracy Cox-Jones, Ginger Cox-Paluck, and Jenna Hill. Virginia lived a full life. Virginia was very active in her community. She traveled the world with her husband, enjoyed family, cooking, painting, and was an outstanding seamstress. Virginia operated her own florist and catering business and was a retired assistant to the superintendent of pupil placement at Norfolk Public Schools after 25 years. She served as Job's Daughters Honor Queen of Bethel 3, a member of Eastern Star; was a former president of Little Creek Women's Club, served a term as president of the Federation of Garden Clubs of Norfolk, and was an active member in both the Church of The Advent and Ocean View Baptist Church. Deeply loved by so many, Virginia was a loving, caring influence to all who have crossed her path. A generous, kind and compassionate spirit, Virginia will be sorely missed. Service will be Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home on Tidewater Drive, Norfolk Chapel, by the Rev. Richard Budd. Visitation will be today, Dec. 6, from 6 to 9 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be Monday, December 7, at 11 a.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Ronnie Sutphin and Chris Harmon officiating. Interment will follow at Jacksonville Cemetery. Send online condolences by visiting, . Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution |
J. Lloyd Gregory |
Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for J. Lloyd Gregory, 84, of Martinsville, who died Dec. 1, 2009, was held Friday at McCabe Memorial Baptist Church with Chaplain Eric Kieselbach and Clarence C. Monday officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Military honors were conducted by the Martinsville Fire Department Honor Guard and the Navy. City Manager Monday presented the flag. Pallbearers were members of the Martinsville Fire Department Honor Guard and Derik Stoneman, Gregory Conner, Solomon Kanode, Kevin Gregory, Samuel Kanode and Dereke Ridgeway. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
JOHNSON - Joseph Clifford "Scoop" Once again your birthday has arrived and we want to wish you a very Happy 38th Birthday. We miss you very much. We will always love you. Love, Bay, Junnie, Xzavier, Tanger, Asia, Kevin & Man |
BROWN, Joyce Marie, 66, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on Monday, November 30, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russel E. Brown; and parents, Thomas B. and Lillie E. Crawford. She leaves to cherish her loving memory two daughters, Shirell Spain and Catherine Moss; four stepdaughters, Michell Brown, Linda Dixon, Tina Butler-Cason and Deone McWilliams; two sons, Arthur Moss Jr. (Debra) and Russel Brown Jr.; 17 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; seven sisters, Celestine Wilson, Nettie Heggs, Linda King, Lorna Evans (James), Gail C. Moor (Shawul), Peggy Cary (Larry) and Sheila White (Emanuel); four brothers, George, Harold and Emanuel Crawford and Paul Scott (Yvonne); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 East Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held on Monday, December 7, from 9 to 8 p.m., and where family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service 1 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at From the Heart Church Ministries of Richmond, 2401 Byron St. Rev. James Z. Ransom officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery. |
CLARKE Jade C. Clarke Jan. 13, 1977 - Nov. 30, 1993 I can't believe it's been 16 years since I haven't seen your smiling face when you decided there must be a better place. Still missing you endlessly. Mom & Dad, Cynthia & Horace, Sister, Monique & Family |
He is survived by his loving wife, Heather; his beloved children, Keith, Mark, Tara Kae, Tara Lynn, Tamara, Gregory, Kristina, Jason, Jamie and Daniel, their spouses; and 20 grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. He is also survived by his sister, Kathy (Sissy); his brother, Robert (Pooh Bear) and his wife, Paula; his niece and nephew., He was a private man who did everything and anything for his family and friends as a sign of his love for them. He will be sadly missed by his family and his cat, Sassy. We love you Papa . . . see you in heaven., The family would like to extend a special thanks to Riverside Hospice and his favorite nurse, Jessica Hunter., A graveside service, with military honors, will be conducted at noon, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Peninsula Memorial Park, by the Rev. Katherine Gray., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jim's memory to Riverside Hospice, 500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601. |
Jerry Wayne Flannagan BRISTOL, Tenn. The committal for Jerry Wayne Flannagan will be Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in the Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel with military honors conducted by the Bristol VFW Honor Guard. Bruial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery. Jerry Wayne Flannagan, age 57, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was a native and lifelong resident of the Bristol area and was a son of the late Sanford and Dorothy Flannagan and was a US Army Veteran. Arrangements were made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
SMITHFIELD - Joel Holland Chapman, 93, departed his earthly life Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009 at Riverside Convalescent Center, Smithfield. He was the devoted husband of Virginia Betts Chapman for 61 years., Born March 6, 1916, in Smithfield, he was the son of the late Henly Charles Chapman and Louise Holland Chapman. Joel was the first Eagle Scout in Smithfield. He was a graduate of Smithfield High School and traveled to the FFA Convention in Kansas City in 1934 to receive an agricultural award. He was a World War II Army veteran serving in Okinawa., He worked at his father's hardware store in Smithfield and later became a successful insurance agent, but his real life passion was in gardening. He prided himself in his tireless efforts and the abundant garden that he produced each year. Mr. Chapman was a member of the Smithfield Baptist Church and was a charter member of the Smithfield Ruritan Club., In addition to his wife, Mr. Chapman is survived by three daughters, Sarah Rogers and her husband, Geoff of Newport News, Louise Riley and her husband, Bill of Lynchburg, and Susan Anderson and her husband, Greg of Charlottesville; one brother, Fred R. Chapman of Virginia Beach, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren., He was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Henly Chapman and one sister, Tillie C. Fisher., A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at Colonial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dr. Donald R. Rhoton officiating. Burial will follow in Ivy Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. tonight, at the funeral home., The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Smithfield Baptist Church, 100 Wainwright Drive, Smithfield, VA 23430 or a charity of choice., Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
He was born in South Norfolk, Va., to the late John T. Sr. and Emma Ferrell Harris, and was preceded in death by his sister, Joyce H. Wallace., He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Doris Spencer 'Dottie' Harris; his devoted children and daughters-in-law, J. Thadieu Harris III, Noel A. Harris and his wife, Claudia, Douglas T. Harris and his wife, Lisa, and Melanie E. Harris; his loving grandchildren, Tucker, Spencer, Morella, and Isabella; and many nieces and nephews., John received his B.S. in Business Administration from Virginia Tech and pursued most of his graduate work at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He moved with his family to the Middle Peninsula in 1968 and raised his children at Elm Grove Farm, on the banks of the North River, where he and Dottie lived for 38 years. John worked in the life insurance business for 54 years, and was an Agent Emeritus with Mass Mutual before retiring in 2007. He was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Gloucester, where he served as both an Elder and Deacon and taught Sunday school for 30 years. John was a former member of the Gloucester and Mathews branches of the Rotary Club. He was an avid hunter, loved his farm and his life on the North River, adored his family and was quick to help others. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during WW II, in the Pacific Theater., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at First Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Dr. Rick Miller and the Rev. Dr. Douglas Nagel will officiate., Memorial donations may be made to the Educational Fund of First Presbyterian Church or to Gloucester Habitat for Humanity. |
HICKOK, John Wade, 85, of Richmond, widower of Janice Bettencourt Hickok, passed away December 3, 2009. He is survived by his sons, John Jeffrey Hickok and his wife, Melissa, and grandson, Tyler Wade Hickok; David Wade Hickok and girlfriend, Kathy Owen, and her daughter, Kimberly Owen. Mr. Hickok retired from the Internal Revenue Service after many years of service. He was a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of WWII, a graduate of the University of Kentucky 1951 and a longtime member of St. Bridget's Catholic Church. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Bridget's Catholic Church. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. |
will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at Alexander Baptist Church, 4316 Pamela Court, Chesapeake. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
Joseph Leigh |
Dec 6, 2009 The service for Joseph T. Leigh, 80, of Bassett, who died Dec. 2, 2009, was held Saturday at Graveside County Line Church of God cemetery with Pastor Ron Peal officiating. Burial was in County Line Church of God cemetery. Pallbearers were Tony Smith, Jerry Holbrook, Johnny Martin, Dale Wilson and Morton Haynes. Bassett Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements. |
He was born July 2, 1929, to the late Dino and Kathleen Luciane. He was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters., Papa Joe was a native of Scranton, Pa., formerly of Lowell, Mass., and had been a resident of Gloucester since 1996. He served in the Army Air Corps and was a proud member of the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 13, Yorktown, Va. He retired from Raytheon Corporation in Lowell, Mass. Papa Joe loved fishing, boating and spending time with his lovely wife and family members. He will be remembered for giving sound advice and loving support to his family. Papa Joe dedicated his life to his family., He is survived by his wife, Carol Corbett Luciane; 11 children, Rose Redding and husband, Jim, Ann Marie Monburger and husband, Paul, Patricia Crossin, Joseph Luciane, Dino Luciane and special friend, Kim Price, all of Pennsylvania, Kevin Costa, Kimberly Landry and husband, Gordan, Karol Rivera and husband, Jimmy, Kristine Shields, all of Virginia,, Karen Frene and husband, Robert of New Hampshire, Kathleen Costa of Massachusetts; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and Angel, his furry friend., A Vigil Service, officiated by the Rev. Michael Joly, will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at St Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Yorktown, Va. The funeral Mass of the Lord's Resurrection will follow at 10 a.m., Donations in Mr. Luciane's memory may be sent to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Social Ministry, 315 Harris Grove Lane, Yorktown, VA 23692., Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home and Crematory, Gloucester Point. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
A native of Cadiz, Ky., she was born June 29, 1921, to Carey Thomas and Mallie Guier Vinson. She attended a one room school in Trigg County, Ky., and later elementary and high school in Cadiz. She graduated in 1938 and entered Western Kentucky Teachers College in Bowling Green, Ky., from 1938 to 1942. She graduated in 1942 and taught school in Trigg County and near Louisville, Ky., before heading to Oak Ridge, Tenn., to work on the Manhatten Project during WW II. When her husband returned from WW II, in 1946, she helped him through college at the University of Alabama by teaching school in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Following his graduation in 1947, she came with him to Hampton, Va., where she taught in high school. Following her stint in Hampton, she taught in Poquoson and later in the new York County High School (1955) as Director of Guidance. She was one of the early presidents of the Yorktown Women's Club, and later as District President of the Tidewater District VFWC. She was one of the early members of the Yorkminster Presbyterian Church, later serving as an Elder. She was moderator of the Women of the Church in the Norfolk Presbytery in the 1980's (now Presbytery of Eastern Va.). She was the Peninsula Woman of the Year for 1973. She helped to start the Bargain Box and later served as president of the York County Volunteer Association for three years. During this period she received a Master Degree in Education from the College of William and Mary. From 1970 to 1990 she served as volunteer director of the York County Parent and Child Development Center, which was operated by the York County Volunteer Association in cooperation with the County of York for at risk children in York County. In 1979, she was honored by the Board of Supervisors of York County by naming the County's Griffin-Yeates Center., She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Lula Vinson Wilson; and brother, Jesse Vinson., She is survived by her husband, John Edmond Yeates; two sons, John V. Yeates and wife, Kate and their daughters, Emily, Juliett and Genevieve, all of Round Hill, Va., Lawrence G. Yeates and wife, Karen and their daughters, Rachel and Chloe, all of Kennesaw, Ga.; two brothers, Cary T. Vinson and his wife, Nell of Cadiz, Ky., Judge C. Roger Vinson and wife Ellen of Pensacola, Fla.; and many extended family members and friends. |
at a later date. It is requested that any remembrances to Adalynne be made to Sloane Kittering Hospital Cancer Research, New York City. The entire Keegan family wishes to thank everyone for their love, prayers and tender loving care given to Adalynne during these past difficult eight months, especially the wonderful care provided by Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital and supporting staff, Seaside at Atlantic Shores for their caring love, and the timely responses by the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad. All arrangements for interment are being handled by the Cremation Society of Virginia. Just say "I love you.", Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Rosewood Memorial Gardens in Rural Retreat with full military honors being rendered by the Francis Marion V.F.W. Post 4667. The family will receive friends Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home or anytime at the Keesling home or the home of Tessie and Billy Ed Hughes. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions can be made to a charity of choice in Mr. Keesling's memory. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at, . Bradley's Funeral Home is serving the Keesling family., Make a memorial contribution |
s shall be private. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Dorothy's Memorial Fund at Indian River Baptist Church. Friends are invited to send condolences and to sign the online guestbook at www., Make a memorial contribution |
Kristi Nicole Cobb, 26, of Hopewell passed away Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at John Randolph Medical Center., Kristi was preceded in death by her step-brother, Michael A. Newton, and step-grandfather, Harold Snipes., She attended Richard Bland College and was on the dean's list., Kristi is survived by her father, William D. Cobb, mother, Sherrie Neddo, step-mother, Zoe Cobb, sister, Adrienne Laurie, step-brother, Danny Newton, paternal grandparents, Charlie and Marian King, maternal grandparents, George and Frances Neddo, step-grandmother, Betty Chumney, also aunts, uncles, nephew and cousins., Vistiation and services and interment will be private. Condolences may be registered at: |
LAWRENCE JOHNSON JR. Peaceful be thy sleep dear son, It is sweet to breathe thy name; In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. Love, Dad, Mom, Son, Daughter and Grandchildren |
Lewis L. Hairston |
Dec 6, 2009 Lewis "Wack" Lovace Hairston, 59, of 16 Massey St., Martinsville, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born Aug. 7, 1950, in Martinsville to Leonard H. Hairston and Lillian Jackson Hairston. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronald Hairston and Leonard Hairston Jr. He was a member of Mt. Zion AME Church. Surviving are two daughters, Melissa N. Trusty of Philadelphia, Pa., and LaShanda Williams of Wilkes Barre, Pa.; nine sisters, Louise Jones of Charleston, S.C., Joyce Hale of Portsmouth, Barbara Scales and Alice Castro of Norfolk, Linda Staples of Greensboro, N.C., Constance Hairston of Chesapeake, Vanessa Hairston of Martinsville, Faye Brown of Gainsville and Detra Jones of Richmond; three brothers, Dennis Hairston of Martinsville, Vincent Hairston of Roanoke and Barry Hairston of Alexandria; and six grandchildren. The funeral will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Hairston Funeral Home with the Rev. William Shackleford Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday before the service and at other times at the home of his sister, Vanessa Hairston, 312 Armstead Ave., Martinsville, and at the home of his brother, Dennis Hairston, 112 Mulberry Court, Martinsville. |
Born at Langley Field, Va., Eileen grew up at various military installations, where her family was stationed. The only daughter of John G. Rankin and Lois V. Rankin, Eileen graduated from Lake Charles High School in Shreveport, La., and subsequently attended and graduated from Washburn University in Topeka, Kan. She went on to the University of Pittsburgh, where she obtained her masters degree in library science. She spent two years as an Army civilian librarian in Aschaffenburg, Germany, before accepting a commission in the United States Air Force. Her Air Force career took her to Altus, Okla., and Dover, Del., where she met her husband, Garry. Eileen and Garry were married en route to Korat, Thailand, and subsequently served at Rhein Main, AB Germany. While in Germany, she and Garry were blessed by the birth of their daughter, Meghan. Eileen raised her family in Anchorage, Alaska, Fairfax, Va., and Westford, Mass., before returning to Tidewater Virginia. A 19-year resident of Yorktown, Eileen was active in helping to manage her husband's business as well as her neighborhood stitching and bunco groups., She was preceded in death by her parents John G. and Lois V. Rankin; and her brothers, John and Scott Rankin., Eileen's Air Force officer roots ran deep, as her service followed her father's career and preceded those of her brothers, Scott and Kevin. The next Air Force generation is led by nephew, First Lieutenant John Rankin of Cheyenne, AFB, Wyo., She is survived by her beloved husband of 35 years, Garry R. Kwist; her daughter, Meghan Bohn and husband, Jason M. of Peoria, Ill.; her brother, Kevin Rankin of Beaver Creek, Ohio; nieces, nephews; and very special friends, Susan Rankin of Chester, Md., and Melody Rankin of Norman, Okla. She will be especially missed by all of her friends in the Running Man community., The family will receive friends at 7 p.m. Monday, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, and at 7:30 p.m., a time of sharing memories in "Eileen's Honor" concluding by 8:30 p.m. Eileen will be inurned in the columbarium in Arlington National Cemetery in the spring., Online condolences to |
McLAURIN, Mr. Lonnie Wesley "Mac," of Richmond, departed this life December 5, 2009. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral notice later. |
at a later date. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home and Cremation Service., Make a memorial contribution |
JONES, Margaret Marie, 47, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord November 28, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Lee Jones; and her three daughters, Sara, Rachel and Grace Marie Jones. Mrs. Jones was a professional X-ray technician with 25 years of experience. She leaves behind many cherished memories of her love for her three children and husband, along with her two parents, James and Joan and Uhlmeyer; and loving siblings, Kathleen Morse, Patricia Donnelly and husband, Brian (deceased), Robert Uhlmeyer and wife, Tami, William Uhlmeyer and wife, Kerri and Julie Palmer; and loving aunt, Mary; loving cousin, Mary Catherine; and loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Wednesday, December 9, at 10 a.m. at St. Bridget's Catholic Church. |
celebrating her life will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Calvary Baptist Church by the Rev. Philip Parker. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church Mezzanine Fund., Make a memorial contribution |
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Margaret King |
Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for Margaret Louise Williamson King, 67, of 4072 The Great Road, Fieldale, who died Dec. 3, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, will be at noon Tuesday at Pentecostal Assembly Building with Bishop Mac Daniel Preston officiating. Burial will be in Davis-Ross Family cemetery in Bassett. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the church and at the home at other times. She was born Dec. 16, 1942, in Henry County to Lawson Williamson and Laurinda Davis Williamson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Veronica Stanley. She retired from Bassett-Walker after 31 years of service. She was a member of St. Paul Pentecostal Holiness Church. She served as associate minister and was a member of the Missionary Circle. Surviving are her husband, Roy A King, of the home; two daughters, Vanessa D. Manns of Collinsville and Valerie Hill of Martinsville; three sons, Donald King and Leroy King, both of Bassett, and Dustin King of Eden, N.C.; two sisters, Mary James of Bronx, N.Y., and Carolyn Williamson of Bassett; three brothers, Joe Louis Williamson of Petersburg, Clyde Williamson of Bassett and Lawson Williamson Jr. of Toledo, Ohio; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Hines Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. |
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s will be held at noon on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Bertha V. McCallister HERTFORD - Bertha V. McCallister, 94, formerly of Norview Heights in Norfolk, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2009, after a lengthy battle with dementia. Born Bertha Florence VanReenen on Feb. 6, 1915 in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, she earned her registered nursing degree from Laird Memorial Hospital in West Virginia in 1941. She worked at Beckley Hospital in West Virginia and Leigh Memorial and Lake Taylor Hospital in Norfolk. Bertha was a faithful member of the Tabernacle Church of Norfolk for more than 48 years where she worked in the nursery, taught Sunday school, and was a member of the Ephesians Sunday school class. Her other activities included work with the Senior Citizens, Lydia Group and Christian Women's Club. Bertha was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Gilbert N. McCallister; two brothers; two sisters; one son, Lloyd R. McCallister; and one grandson, Bryan McCallister. Survivors include three sons, Gilbert McCallister Jr. of Richmond, Va., Van McCallister of Terlton, Okla., and Wynn McCallister of Hertford, N.C.; their spouses, seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three sisters-in-law in Ohio and West Virginia; several nieces and nephews scattered across the country. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8: p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at Rosewood- Kellum Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. Following the burial, the family invites everyone back to the funeral home for a time of fellowship and refreshments. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be sent to her Ephesians Class at Tabernacle Church of Norfolk, 7000 Granby St., Norfolk, VA 23505. Please share your love and condolences with the family at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mrs. Pauline Jones-Phillips and Mr. Edgar Phillips; his sister, Catherine Anderson; and two brothers, Edward Phillips and Eugene Phillips., McKinley was a member of the United House of Prayer for All People., He is survived by his wife, Thelma McBride Phillips; three daughters, Judy Mitchell (Elder Ernest Mitchell) of Washington, D.C., Catherine A. Burrell (Raymond) of Hampton, and R. Lorraine King (Elder Eldeen King) of Long Island, N.Y.; four sons, Calvin McCargo (Sharon) of Maryland, McKinley R. Phillips Jr. of Hampton, Robert B. Phillips, and Darrell R. Phillips, both of Silver Spring, Md.; one sister, Linda Phillips of Hampton; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends., Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at the United House of Prayer for all People, 1811 Ivy Ave., Newport News. Viewing will be held at the church from 1 to 6 p.m. today. Interment, with military honors, will be 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Hampton Memorial Gardens . |
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Milfred Douglas "Redbeard" Maxwell PILGRIMS KNOB, Va. Funeral services for Milfred Douglas Maxwell will be conducted Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, Va., with the Rev. Jimmie Cole officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va., where military graveside rites will be conducted. Pallbearers will be Keith Blankenship, Jerry Carpenter, Calvin Owens, Wayne Kiser, Anthony Hart, Terry Barton, Adlie Mullins, Frankie Matney and Steve Barton. Honorary pallbearers will be Claude, Freddie and Ryan Keen, employees of Claude V. Keen Trucking, Cody McGuire and Dusty Payne. Mr. Milfred Douglas "Redbeard" Maxwell, age 57, passed away Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in a Richlands, Va., hospital. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va., is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to send online condolences may do so at |
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will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will open the visitation to the public at noon on Saturday to continue through Sunday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Make a memorial contribution |
Otis R. Mullins PORTSMOUTH - Otis Ray Mullins, 81, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, in a local hospital. He retired from the U.S. Navy and as a maintenance supervisor for Maryview Medical Center. He attended West Side Christian Church and was a member of the DAV Chapter No. 22, the Fleet Reserve Association and the USS Walke Association. He was survived by his wife of 60 years, Ellean Powers Mullins; a daughter, Linda Sue Britt of Portsmouth; three sisters, Mary June Gellios and husband Jim of Alexandra, Va., Debra Marie "Delcie" Moneypenny of W.Va., and Phyllis Jean Mullins of Texas; two brothers, Robert Lee Mullins and wife Janice of Washington and Douglas G. Mullins and wife Sandy of Maryland; two grandsons, Stacey Allen Britt of Portsmouth and Jerry Allen Britt Jr. and wife Lailani of Chesapeake; two nephews, J.R. Powers of Texas and Eddie Ray Gilley of Tennessee; a host of loving nieces and nephews; and a great-granddaughter, Jaelyn Nicole Britt, his only grandchild that he called "my girl" who gave him much joy for the past 10 months of his life. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Nathan Brown. Burial will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Garden. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be to the DAV Chapter No. 22, 4648 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23701. www., Make a memorial contribution |
Nellie Kessler, 83, of Chester, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009., She was the daughter of the late Oscar James and Nellie Strong Kessler., She was predeceased by her sister, Dorothy Kessler Johnson, and brothers, Oscar "Buck" Kessler Jr. and William Edward Kessler., She is survived by her sister, Bettie Ann Nunnally and husband James; specially adopted son, Steve Haynes and wife Renee; nieces, Tracy Nunnally DeLuca and Robyn Nunnally; nephews, James H. Nunnally Jr. and wife Pat, David Nunnally, William Kessler Jr., Michael Kessler and wife Karen; sister-law, Doris Kessler; special cousins, Helen and Gladys; several great nieces and nephews and many devoted friends and neighbors., She was a member of Washington Street United Methodist Church. She retired from the American Tobacco Company after 38½ years of dedicated service and was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and Minnesota Vikings., A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at the Chester Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service. Flowers are welcome, however, contributions may be made to Washington Street United Methodist Church, 22 East Washington St., Petersburg, VA 23803.Condolences may be registered at |
HAMPTON - Nelson Bruce Ensley, 87, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009., Born Nov. 13, 1922, in Newport News, Va., he was the son of the late Zella Sutton and Paul Ensley., Nelson served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army, as a Sherman tank gunner with the 70th Tank Battalion, from D-Day at Normandy through Central Europe. He was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation and five Bronze Service Stars., Nelson later attended New York University and became an auditor for the Naval Area Audit Service, Department of the Navy, and retired after 26 years of service. He was a member of the American Society of Military Comptrollers., He is survived by his wife, Grace; two daughters, Carol Ensley of Alexandria, Va., and Nora Hensley of Hampton, Va., Inurnment, with full military honors, will be 1 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2010, in Arlington National Cemetery. |
Newlyn Baker Barrett HONAKER, Va. Mr. Newlyn Baker Barrett, age 75, of the Clifton Farm Road section, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at his home. Born Feb. 12, 1934, in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Benjamin and Pearl Sauls Barrett. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He resided in the Cleveland and Berea, Ohio, for 36 years, retiring from Avery Dennison Corp as a Journeyman Pressman, and returning to the Honaker area in 1994. He was a member of Parknoll Baptist Church of Berea, Ohio, and Swords Creek Community Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Stella Beavers, Mildred Duff and Mary Lou Bouchet; and two brothers, Benjamin Franklin Barrett Jr. and Kenneth Barrett. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Elizabeth Helton Barrett; two daughters, Lillian "Renae" Lowe and husband, Brian of Honaker and Susan Gezumalla and husband, Mark of Litchfield, Ohio; six granddaughters, Cindy Witt and husband, Coy of Pounding Mill, Amanda Metcalf and husband, John of Belfast, Mellisa Gezumalla, Julie Gezumalla, and Tori Gezumalla of Litchfield, Ohio; one grandson, Scott Baker Schneider and wife, Shana of Honaker; three brothers, Raymond Barrett and wife, Mamie of Abingdon, Donald Barrett and Bob Barrett and wife, Doris all of Honaker; one sister, Frances Justice and husband, Bob of Honaker; five great-granddaughters; one great-grandson; and several nieces, nephews, and numerous friends also survive. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Russell County Medical Center, Russell County Hospice, the Girls at Independent Home Health, and C-Health. Funeral services will be conducted at 12 Noon Monday at the Swords Creek Community Baptist Church in Swords Creek, Va., with Pastor Chris Musick officiating. Interment will follow in the Barrett Family Cemetery at Honaker, Va. Pallbearers will be the Deacons of Swords Creek Community Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Earnest Henry, Dr. K.C. Lewis, and Dr. Norman Rexrode. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday. |
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NEWPORT NEWS - Otis B. Culbreth, 91, of Newport News, Va., died Oct. 27, 2009, after a brief illness., Mr. Culbreth was born Dec. 7, 1917, in Hope Mills, N.C., the son of the late Jim and the late Margie Culbreth. He was well known in Hampton and Newport News. His business, Otis Foreign Car Repair operated for 30 years in both cities. He was a racing enthusiast showing great interest in NASCAR and Indy racing., His wife, Lola F. Culbreth; and their sons, Jimmy and Tommy Culbreth; and two daughters, Patsy and Linda Kaye Culbreth, preceded our Dad in death., He is survived by three his sons, Lawrence D. "Peewee" Culbreth, Howard Culbreth, Johnny Culbreth; and three daughters, Wilma Jean Reuss, Gerry Colligan and Frankie Ourada; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family expresses deepest thanks to his loving caregiver, Tammy Wilson., A graveside service will be held on Dec. 7, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Hampton Memorial Gardens. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
. He served many years at sea primarily aboard destroyers, aircraft carriers, and a cruiser. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. Shore duty assignments included the Naval Proving Ground, Dahlgren, Va., Naval Ordinance Plant, York, Pa., Naval Ammunition Depot, St. Juliens Creek, Va., Instructor in Officers Guided Missile School, Fort Bliss, Texas, and Staff Commander Training Command, Atlantic Fleet. Prior to and during the early months of World War II, he served aboard destroyers hunting submarines in the Caribbean and escorting merchant ships across the North Atlantic to England and Russia. Later, Cmdr. Patton saw action in the Pacific participating in seven major engagements while serving aboard an aircraft carrier and a cruiser. He survived submarine and air attacks, and a ship sinking. Bob was a lifetime member of the Retired Officers Association, an avid golfer, founding member of the Swindler Golf Association, and a baseball fan who in his earlier years coached youth baseball and football. At age 81, his interests turned to computers prompting him to complete several courses and becoming a proficient user. At age 87, Bob took up billiards always looking forward to challenging his buddies on Tuesday and Friday nights. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years, Sophia (Sunny) Patton and son, Donald L. Patton. He is survived by two sons, Robert A. Patton and wife Kathleen of Newport News, and Kenneth W. Patton and wife Margie of Orlando, Fla.; a daughter-in-law, Judith E. Patton of Bradenton, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and seven great- grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted at noon Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends beginning at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment with military honors will follow at the adjoining Rosewood Memorial Park. A reception for all to gather will be held at the Atlantic Shores Retirement Center, Magnolia Room in the Elizabeth, following interment. The family wishes to express its deep appreciation to all the staff at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community for all the caring and friendship given to Bob over the years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your favorite charities., Make a memorial contribution |
s 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Cedar Hill Funeral Home, 301-817-0120., Make a memorial contribution |
MARSTON, Peter Terrell "Terry," 69, of Greenwood, Va., died peacefully at Mountainside Senior Living in Crozet on October 31, 2009. Terry, the son of Charlotte and Lee Marston, was raised at the Rectory of Emmanuel Church, Greenwood, where his father was rector for over 30 years. He attended Greenwood High School and the Partridge School in Gainesville, Va., was a Boy Scout, and with his lifelong friend, Jimmy Woodson, was an active Explorer Scout. He worked with antiques, especially books, most of his life and established Terry's Treasure Trove in Belmont. He worked at South St. Antiques with his friend Roulhac Toledano, and at many antique sales with his myriad of antique dealer friends. Terry was a fantastic UVA sports fan and attended years of Virginia basketball with Jimmy Woodson. His Richmond friend, Chad Young, drove him to Ogden, Utah, to Ralph Sampson's last UVA game. He also worked at the Green Olive Tree, the Crozet Thrift Shop, and at the SPCA sales with his dear friend, Ponch McPhee. Terry is survived by his sister, Charlotte Jane and her husband, Lloyd Pope; brothers, Minor Lee and his wife, Sylvia, and John Haines Marston; godchildren, Tolee Blow and Kate Marston Cleven; nine nieces and nephews, and countless cousins and friends - especially his many friends at Mountainside who helped him so much. A celebration of Terry's life is to be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 12, at Emmanuel Church, Greenwood. The Reverends, Anthony Andres, Charles Mulally and David Wayland will officiate. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to Albemarle/Charlottesville SPCA or the H. Lee Marston Scholarship at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria. |
Peter Terrell Marston of Greenwood, Virginia, and for six years a resident of Mountainside Assisted Living in Crozet, in his beloved Albemarle County, died peacefully in his sleep on All Hallows Eve, Saturday, October 31, 2009., Born September 18, 1940, at the University of Virginia Hospital, he was the fourth child of H. Lee and Charlotte Minor Cheape Marston, late of Greenwood, Virginia. His father, the renowned Lee Marston, was rector of Emmanuel Church, Greenwood for 32 years and afterwards, at Buck Mountain Church, Earlysville for 10 years. Terry put it this way when he was recalling his father's life when Mr. Marston died, "I don't believe that you ever understood what a great man my father was, since you are not from Virginia. His life is written up in the Richmond paper and the Charlottesville paper. It will even be in the Baltimore Sun. And all those papers will become collectibles. You know that Daddy's people are from Baltimore, and before that, Urbana, in the Middle Peninsula.", Terry, as he was affectionately called, was always interested in history and was proud of his own family heritage. H. Lee Marston and his brother were descendants of colonial Marstons who settled near Annapolis, Maryland, and Urbanna, Virginia. His mother's family, the Minors, settled in Virginia in 1623. As Terry said one day not too long ago, "Someday, I will be with all my ancestors, in a better place, but now I feel so much better right here. The doctors at Martha Jefferson finally found out why I felt so bad.", Terry was a loving person with an extraordinary amount of intellectual curiosity and perseverance. He was kept from attending the University of Virginia, where his family members and ancestors always matriculated and supported, because of a cognitive disorder, resulting from a fall when he was four years old. Yet, he was among the most knowledgeable individuals about the things he was interested in. And these were myriad, mostly having to do with culture, history and antiques of the Piedmont region of Virginia. Thoughtful and interested, he ended most conversations with friends and family with the words, "I love you very much.", After attending old Greenwood High School, Terry finished his schooling at the Partridge School in Gainesville, Virginia. As a youth, besides an active Boy Scout, he became an enthusiastic explorer, with his lifelong friend, Jimmy Woodson., His adult life was centered around antiques and helping people. After he returned from the Partridge School to live with his parents at Parson's Green in Greenwood, he worked at an array of jobs, including mowing grass for many local families and estates. In the process of helping older parishioners and family friends move or settle their estates, he became interested in antiques, especially books and the decorative arts. He developed a sharp eye for unusual collectibles and esoterica, having a good sense of their historic and monetary value. As Terry said, "Antiques are a part of me. They are me. Antiques and all of my best friends are what get me through life." He added, "Thank goodness I have so many friends. Anyway, I'm not by myself - I have all Charlottesville.", Terry eventually established his own shop, Terry's Treasure Trove, first in Greenwood and then in Charlottesville. He worked at South Street Antiques, the shop of his friend, Roulhac Toledano, running the shop when she was out of town. He helped many antiquing friends to pack and load for their buying and selling trips and sales, and he never missed an SPCA sale., After his father's death, Terry's brothers and sister settled him in Belmont, in a picturesque old-time house with a picket fence, close enough to downtown Charlottesville to walk. Doralee Sims, the Marston's longtime housekeeper, literally acted as a substitute mother for Terry, bringing groceries and healthy meals to him at his residence and workplace in Belmont; her son helped with massive organization projects among the antiques. After Dora's death, the place in Belmont began to get out of hand. Besides the Albemarle County and Charlottesville collections, probably Terry's best, there were a number of other subjects in which he specialized, including cookbooks, garden books and first editions as well as esoteric collectibles, like tobacco wrappers, ancient smoking tobacco, unusual statuettes and objects made of pressed and milk glass and much, much more. There was some question as to whether even his four cats could make it alive from the front door to the back door on through the crowded yard to the concrete warehouse, filled to the rafters with Terry's antiques and second-hand furniture, fixtures and memorabilia. Everything teetered., Besides books and antiques which he collected vigorously, Terry was a fanatic follower of University of Virginia sports. Whether teams won or lost, Terry thought that they were wonderful. He always tried to wear blue and orange shirts with his khakis to be loyal to University of Virginia. He and his longtime friend Jimmy Woodson attended years of University of Virginia basketball. In fact, although Terry had a hard time adding small bills or making change, he could recite all the innings and quarters and scores of any sports game. His friend, Richmond attorney Chad Young, took him to the Sweet Sixteen NCAA basketball tournament one year in Seattle, Washington., Chad Young wrote, "In March, 1983, I drove Terry to Ogden, Utah to see Ralph Sampson's last University of Virginia basketball game. The hope was that the team would win the regional finals and advance to the Final Four in Albuquerque, New Mexico, so the plan was to spend the week in between touring the West. We lost that regional final, and Terry wanted to go straight back home, but I persuaded him to take the time to see five national parks, Arches, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Grand Canyon, and Mesa Verde. We also saw the Great Sand Dunes National Monument before a marathon drive of over 1000 miles in seventeen hours to get back. Although Terry appreciated the trip, he was anxious to get back to Albemarle County., "The next year, we took a charter jet to see University of Virginia in the Final Four at Seattle, Washington. I rented a car and drove Terry through Canada to the isolated peninsula of Point Roberts, Washington which marks the westernmost land point of the United States - Canada border. I believe that was the farthest he ever got from Albemarle County, all of which he called home. Those were the days when he was going to every home basketball game and many of the away games as one of the 'Travellin' Hoos.'", When Terry's brothers and sister felt it was time for him to leave his Belmont home and warehouse, all chock full of what some people may have thought was junk, the books and paraphernalia went with him to Mountainside Assisted Living in Crozet, where, of course, there was no room for the collections. Terry received one very important extra amenity on the grounds of Mountainside - a large shed which held stacks and stacks of books and sundry paraphernalia. On any visit to Terry in his room at Mountainside, there was the possibility that piles of books, eight feet high, might descend upon the visitor. It was always best to sit on the balcony and enjoy the view. Even the careful tiptoe to the balcony was fraught with danger. |
DEAN, Philip Taylor, 51, of Glen Allen, died suddenly at home on November 30, 2009. Phil is survived by his mother, Joyce; father, Robert; brother, Thomas; nephews, Tyler and Trent; niece, Meredith; aunt, Beverlee and uncle, James Lawson of Websterville, Vt.; and Delta Dalton of Barre, Vt. Philip, a certified dental technician, was an avid golfer and great friend to everyone he met. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 7, at 1 p.m. at St. Michael Church, 4491 Springfield Road, Glen Allen. Funeral liturgy will follow at 2 p.m. Donations may be made to For the Love of Animals in Goochland, P.O. Box 115, Manakin-Sabot, Va. 23103. |
CLARKE, Phyllis Rae Long, 88, of Chester, Va., died on December 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Austin Clarke; her sister, Josephine Long; and her brother, Tom Long. Phyllis is survived by her son, John Clarke and his wife, Becky; and her daughter, Paige Aderholt and her husband, Kirk; and by a devoted niece, Beverly Long. A graduate of Goochland High School, Phyllis and Austin made their home in Manakin, Va. for more than 55 years. Phyllis was active in the PTA, the choir and other activities at Dover Baptist Church, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Goochland Volunteer Fire Department, the Relay For Life of the American Cancer Society , and as a volunteer at Henrico Doctors' Hospital. She retired from the development office of the University of Richmond in 1985 and was an avid Spider football and basketball fan. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 6 from 2 to 4 p.m at Woody's Funeral Home, 1771 Parham Road, where a memorial service will be held Monday, December 7, at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society . |
Jack Dempesy Poff, 56, of Olney, Texas, passed away Friday, December 4, 2009. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, at Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, W.Va. with the Rev. Randy Osburn and the Rev. Phil Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. Lucille was born February 11, 1928 in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late Omer and Rosa Jordan McClure. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Robert Stanley Hogan and Louis P. Porter, and a sister, Mildred Johnson. Lucille was a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. With her outgoing and caring personality, she made many friends. Always with a positive love of life, she was an example to many. She was a member of Groce United Methodist Church in Asheville, N.C. Lucille is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and June Hogan, of Boones Mill, Va. and William Hogan and Karen McDonald, of Asheville, N.C.; a daughter, Teresa Marie Hogan. of Logan, W.Va.; six grandchildren, R. Shawn Hogan, of Springfield, Ohio, Kelly Dawn Schetselaar and husband, Stefan, of Gainesville, Va., Jennifer Lynne Bernstein and husband, Mike. of Solon, Ohio, Bryan Lee Hogan and wife, Heather, of Pennington Gap, Va., Melissa Leigh Snahnican and Paul, of North Olmsted, Ohio and Kelly Ann Turner, of Atlanta, Ga.; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Clyde and Janet McClure and Don and Donna McClure, all of Huntington; a sister, Betty J. Hall of Greenville, N.C.; and many special nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to South Roanoke Nursing Home and Gentle Shepherd Hospice of Roanoke, Va. for their love and care of Lucille. Online condolences may be sent to the family at, . Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Chapman's Mortuary., Make a memorial contribution |
1 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Truevine Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service., Make a memorial contribution |
Randy is survived by his wife, Diane; and their dogs, Foxy and Dexter. Randy has two brothers, Carlton Weaver and his wife, Jennifer of Fairfax Station, Va., and Allison 'Buck' Weaver of Roanoke, Va.; children, Randy Jr. Weaver of Newport News, Bobbi Smith and her husband, Danny Smith of Hertford, N.C., and David Weaver and his wife, Carol of Carl Junction, Miss.; ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren., Arrangements are being handled by La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home, 555 W. Amador, La's Cruces, N.M., 575-526-6891, there will be a private family viewing with cremation to follow. Expressions of condolence may be sent to P.O. Box 187, Las Cruces, New Mexico 88004 or weavers2@comcast.net., He always put others before himself and he was an exceptional husband and father. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. God Speed Randy! View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
LOCUST HILL - Raymond Keith Billings, of Locust Hill, born Feb. 18, 1962, departed this world Dec. 1, 2009., He was preceded in death by his parents, James Ray and Jean Rogers Billings., He was a devoted supporter of the Local Boy Scout Troop 370 and a retired Williamsburg firefighter and EMT., Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, at Harmony Grove Baptist Church, Topping, with Interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. tonight at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Saluda. |
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home with Pastor Dr. Richard W. Wills Sr., officiating., Interment will follow at Hampton National Cemetery (Phoebus section)., Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
s are pending and will be conducted at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Alice R. L. Richardson NORFOLK - Alice Rhodema LeGrand Richardson, 85, departed this life Dec. 2, 2009, ending a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 29, 1924 to the late Wiley and Ida Jane LeGrand, Rockingham, N.C., and was a member of Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church, Norfolk. She was the wife of the late Joseph D. Richardson who departed Dec. 2,1966. She is survived by her seven children, Edward (Sharletta) of California, JoAnn and Carlton of Norfolk, Michael from Harrisonburg, Va., Patricia (Michael) Lewis from Maryland, Rita of Norfolk and Toni from Charlotte, N.C. She was predeceased by three sisters and three brothers; and also leaves to cherish her memory her sister, Ida Mae Hartwell; niece, Catherine Gault; nephew, Grady "Leroy" Sizemore (all from New Jersey); four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Monday, Dec. 7, from 6 to 7 p.m. with funeral arrangements by Graves Funeral Home, Norfolk. The funeral will be held Tuesday, Dec. 8, 11 a.m. at Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church with burial in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. www., Make a memorial contribution |
VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Carson Patton, 95, passed away in peaceful sleep on Dec. 4, 2009., Bob was a lifetime member of the Retired Officers Association, an avid golfer, founding member of the Swindler Golf Association, and a baseball fan, who in his earlier years coached youth baseball and football. At age 81, his interests turned to computers, prompting him to complete several courses and becoming a proficient user. At age 87, Bob took up billiards, always looking forward to challenging his buddies on Tuesday and Friday nights., He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years, Sophia (Sunny) Patton; and son, Donald L. Patton., He is survived by two sons, Robert A. Patton and wife, Kathleen of Newport News, and Kenneth W. Patton and wife, Margie of Orlando, Fla.; a daughter-in-law, Judith E. Patton of Bradenton, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren., A funeral service will be conducted at noon Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home, located at 601 N. Witchduck Rd., in Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends beginning at 11 a.m., at the funeral home. Interment, with military honors, will follow at the adjoining Rosewood Memorial Park. A reception for all to gather will be held at the Atlantic Shores Retirement Center, Magnolia Room in the Elizabeth,, following interment., The family wishes to express its deep appreciation to all the staff at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community, for all the caring and friendship given to Bob over the years., In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your favorite charities. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
RANDOLPH, Mr. Robert Sr., of 2149 Piping Tree Ferry Road, departed this life December 3, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Ella B. Randolph; two sons, Robert Jr. and John W. (Linda) Randolph; one daughter, Shirley Beasley (Clarence); nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; one brother, Ryland Randolph Sr.; one sister, Mary Smith; one sister-in-law, three brothers-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Remains will lie in state Monday, 12 noon at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2371 Piping Tree Ferry Road, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Rev Paul D. Flowers Sr., pastor, officiating. Burial at Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
Robert J. "Bob" Shankel BRISTOL, Tenn. Robert J. "Bob" Shankel, 83, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in the Wellmont Hospice House. He was a son of the late Joe Bob and Hassie Osborne Shankel and was a life long resident of Bristol. He was an employee of the former H.P. King Company and was the owner and operator of the Robert Shankel Moving Company. He was a member of the King Masonic Lodge No. 461 and was an active member of Fellowship Chapel for 40 years. Bob was a kind and gentle man. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Virginia King Shankel; sisters, Lorene Byington and her husband Frank, Nancy Mitchell and Joyce Nixon and her husband Bob; brother-in-law, Darius King; sister-in-law, Roberta Shankel; special niece, Terry Williams; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Fredrick Shankel and Joe "Junior" Shankel. The family expresses their appreciation to Dr. John Green and his associates for the excellent care they provided. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 o'clock Sunday at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon in the Heritage Chapel of Memories at Glenwood Cemetery with Rev. Scott Price and honorary pastor Lester MacKinnon officiating. Masonic Rites will be presented by the King Lodge No. 461. Entombment will follow. Honorary pallbearers will be the Berean Class at Fellowship Chapel, Coolidge Goodman, and Bob's many friends and neighbors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Fellowship Chapel, 201 Crockett Street, Bristol, VA 24201 or Wellmont Hospice, 208 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed at |
Robert W. Clifton |
Dec 6, 2009 Robert Willis Clifton, 85, of Horsepasture Price Road, Ridgeway, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at his home. He was born April 13, 1924, in Rockingham County to Willis Winston Clifton and Mary Elizabeth Kallam Clifton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Deanna Clifton; sisters, Lula Cox, Ruth Kallam, Sallie Joyce, Amer Justice, Rachel Williams, Hazel Coleman, Geneva Clifton and infant Lillie Clifton; brothers, Bishop, Bailey, David, Paul, Samuel, Joel, Jack and Dan Clifton; and many nephews and nieces.. During World War II, he was assigned to the Corps of Engineers 238th Battalion and served in the North African and European theaters. He retired from American Furniture Co. after 40 years. He was a member of Christian View Pentecostal Holiness Church for 55 years, where he served as Sunday school superintendent, deacon, choir member and driver of the church van. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Shirley Willard Clifton; sons, Irvin Clifton of Ridgeway and Keith Clifton of Madison, N.C.; sister, Eva Smith of Martinsville; three grandsons; and a great-granddaughter. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Christian View Pentecostal Holiness Church multi-purpose building, Stoneville, N.C., with Ministers Rick Wilkie, Delmar Scotton and Dwayne Lester officiating. Burial will be in the Martin family cemetery with military honors by the Veterans Honor Guard of Martinsville and Henry County. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the church's multi-purpose building and at other times at the home. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Memorial Hospital in Martinsville, 320 Hospital Drive, Martinsville, Va. 24115 or to the Christian View Pentecostal Holiness Church Building Fund, 425 Anglin Mill Road, Stoneville, N.C. 27048. Colonial Funeral Home in Madison is in charge of arrangements. |
Roby O. Meade COEBURN, Va. Roby Olan Meade, 70 died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at Mountain View Medical Center in Norton, Va. Visitation for Roby Olan Meade will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, after 6 p.m. at Estes Funeral Home Chapel and Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. with Rev. R. L. Crawford and Rev. Charlie Couch officiating. Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Little Tom Cemetery. Arrangements by Estes Funeral Home, 114 High Ave., Coeburn, VA. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Dava Hensley officiating. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2009, and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
She was an RN for Dr. John Quarles for many years, and a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church, Poquoson, and an active member of her Sunday school class., Roma was preceded in death by her parents, Corinne and Keever Lewis., She is survived by her beloved husband of 61 years, Freeman Dryden; a son, Ryan Dryden of Washington, D.C.; a daughter, Christy Firth and husband, E. T. of Poquoson; two grandchildren, Christopher Crawford and Janel Morgan both of Poquoson; a great-grandchild, Zachary Morgan of Poquoson; a brother, Charles Lewis of Wilmington, N.C.; a sister, Norma Hill and husband, Edward of Wilson, N.C.; and beloved cat, Missey #2., The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today, Dec. 5, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, followed by a funeral service in the chapel at 12:30 p.m., by the Rev. Dr. Bill Wash. Private burial will be at a later date at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News., , 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite A 102, Newport News, VA 23606 or Poquoson Fire & Rescue Squad, 830 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to |
DeWITT, Rosalee Grubb, 93, of Richmond, died Thursday, December 3, 2009. Wife of James R. DeWitt and daughter of Suellen DeWitt of Richmond. Funeral Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 2 p.m., at Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski. Visiting Sunday 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski. www.seaglefuneralhome.com. |
NELSON, Rosalie Bates, 94, of Richmond, died Friday, December 4, 2009. She was the daughter of the late John W. and Ethel Williams Bates. She graduated from John Marshall High School class of 1932 and from Hollins College (now University) in 1936. She married William Wingfield Nelson on November 20, 1940. After her marriage, she joined Westminster Presbyterian Church where she has been active as a Bible teacher as well as participating in the Women's work of the Church. She was predeceased by her husband, William Wingfield Nelson; a son, William W. Nelson Jr.; two brothers, Jack Bates and Ned Bates; and a sister, Anne Nelson Bates. She is survived by her son, John Kennon Nelson and his wife, Marjorie, of Richmond; two daughters, Anne Nelson Anderson and her husband, Roger, of Mooresville, N.C., and Jane Nelson Broome and her husband, William, of Norwalk, Conn.; and a daughter-in-law, Joyce Morelli of Jamestown, N.C.; 10 grandchildren, William W. Nelson III of Richmond, Paige Nelson Matthews of Jamestown, N.C., Barbara Allan Nelson, Jane Claiborne Nelson and Maury Kennon Nelson of Richmond, Beth Anderson McCracken of Clemson, S.C., Sarah Anderson O'Neill of Mooresville, N.C., Christopher Nelson Anderson of Vienna, Austria, Bonnie Anne Broome and William Carl Broome of Norwalk, Conn.; 11 great- grandchildren, William Wingfield Nelson IV, Charles Lodge Nelson, Justin Thomas Matthews, Kathryn Paige Matthews, William Lee Matthews, Carter Ellett Randall, Ezra John Stoner, Thomas Neal McCracken, Rosalie Kennon McCracken, Carlisle Bates O'Neill and Tace Kennon O'Neill. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, December 7, 2009 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, followed by a reception in the fellowship hall. Interment is private. |
Rose Marie Bradford MARION, Va. Rose Marie Bradford, age 43, passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in the Roanoke Carilion Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Va. Survivors and funeral arrangements will be announced later by Bradley's Funeral Home. |
Ruby was a native of Triadelphia, W.Va., and was a Peninsula resident since December of 1975. She was a 1950 graduate of Reader High School in Reader, W.Va., and was a cheerleader and Salutatorian of her class. Ruby was an active member of Denbigh Church of Christ., Ruby was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Jack Lyle Dulaney; and a sister, Nina Shepherd., She is survived by her daughters, Bonnie J. Sacra and her husband, Darrell of Williamsburg, Angela S. Seburn and her husband, Timothy of Newport News; brothers, Charles Ice of Piney, W.Va., Frank Ice of Clovis, N.M.; and sisters, Pearl Ogdin of Middletown, Ohio, and Bonnie Ueltschy of Porters Falls, W.Va. She is also survived by two granddaughters, Amanda Dawn Cull and her husband, Brandon of Williamsburg, Samantha Jo Seburn of Newport News; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins., A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Denbigh Church of Christ. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. |
CARLEY, Ruby Rose "Irish," who loved her family, her cat, her crossword puzzles, and a "Manhattan cocktail," born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on December 29, 1924, answered the call of the Lord on December 3, 2009 to join her husband of 46 years, Frank J. Carley Sr. While raising her children, she also spent time as a school bus driver and pre-school teacher. At age 50, she earned her LPN nursing degree and served as a medicine nurse at Ashland Convalescent Center. She is survived by her six children, Kathleen Mary Webb (Dennis), Patricia Anne Meadows (Robert), Frank Jr., Susan Marie Partin (R. Lee), Maureen Elizabeth, and Michael John (Carol). She was loved and will be missed by her 21 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. She was a longtime resident of Ashland, Va. Three years ago, she moved to Summerhill Retirement Community, where she entertained the residents as she sat on her front porch playing her harmonica. The family will welcome friends at the Summerhill Lodge, 9250 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, Va. on Sunday, December 6, from 2 to 4 p.m., and she will be remembered at a Requiem Mass at St. Anthony's Maronite Catholic Church, 4611 Sadler Rd., Glen Allen, on Monday, December 7, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Richmond SPCA. |
WAKEFIELD - Ruby West Lowe, 93, of Wakefield went to be with her beloved Lord on Dec. 3, 2009, at Chippenham Medical Center in Richmond., Born Feb. 13, 1916 in Southampton County, she is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, G. Franklin Lowe Sr. She is also survived by one son, G. Franklin Lowe Jr. and his wife, Mildred B. McCarthy-Lowe of Richmond; two grandchildren, Lisa L. Martz and husband, Tim, Reynold C. Lowe and wife, Kimberly. She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, Chelsea, Cody, Joey and Linsea Martz, Keaton, Lainey and Kinley Lowe; four step-grandchildren, Ronnie W. McCarthy and wife, Susan, Robert W. McCarthy Jr. and wife, Diane, Gerald C. McCarthy, Tracy M. Mulroy and husband, Tim; sister-in-law, Lucille West of Newport News; seven step great-grandchildren; and two step great great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephew and cousins., She was preceded in death by a brother, Howard West; a sister, Jessie West; a step-sister, Margaret Rickerson; and a step-brother, Harold Branch., A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at Rocky Hock United Methodist Church in Wakefield, with the Rev. Ronald Eason of Richmond and the Rev. Roy Drake of Sedley officiating. Burial will follow in the Rocky Hock Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday evening from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Purviance Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rocky Hock United Methodist Church, 1629 Aberdeen Rd., Wakefield, VA 23888., The family would like to express our thanks and appreciation to her sister-in-law, Gaynell and her husband, J.C. Whitmore, Jr., and the many friends and neighbors in Wakefield, who have helped her in recent years and especially to the staff and nurses at Chippenham Medical Center. Condolences may be posted at |
s 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, in the Bower Funeral Home Chapel, Pulaski., Make a memorial contribution |
MOORE, Ruth Elizabeth, of Melbourne, Fla., and formerly of Chesterfield, Va., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 1, 2009. She is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Gordon Lee Moore; sons and daughters-in-law, Gordon II and Flita Moore, Thomas and Stephanie Moore; sisters, Lindy Smith, Sue Mae Newton and Brenda Renshaw; brothers, Arthur Huband, Sonny Huband, Max Huband and Billy Huband; grandchildren, Gordon Moore III, Richelle Lierman, Thomas Moore II, Christina Cheek and Lisa Moore; and 12 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Susie Huband; brothers, Charles Huband and Richard Huband; and a sister, Mary "Ginny" Lindsey. Family will receive friends 1 to 2 p.m. Monday. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). Interment to follow at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to your local SPCA. |
BROOKMAN You have been missing from our arms for 14 years, but never from our hearts. SEAN GAVIN BROOKMAN Oct. 8, 1972 - Dec. 9, 1995 Our love for you will never end. You will remain always in our hearts and in the hearts of all those who had come to know you, to love you and to be loved by you. Mom, Dad, Lara, Mandi & Grandma |
Sam K. Robertson, Sr. |
Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for Sam Kolodny Robertson Sr., 84, of 2964 Mountain Valley Road, Axton, who died Dec. 2, 2009, was held Saturday at Central Baptist Church with Pastor Stan Haak Jr. and the Revs. Roy Newton and Curtis Smith officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Burial Park. Military rites were conducted by the Martinsville and Henry County Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Rick Robertson, Guy Robertson, Kirk Spitzer, Sam Robertson, Charles Smith, Shawn Moore, Jimmy McGuire, Danny Robertson and William Ferguson. Norris Funeral Services and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. |
GREEN - In loving memory of Samuel Green, who left us one year ago (today), December 1, 2009, after the death of his daughter, Samantha Green; and father, Walter Green. He came to the end of his journey, As a warrior he fought hard to do good, He did his very best, the best that he could, Remembering his smile, his words and his touch, We truly loved him so very, very much, On your journey you didn't go alone, The Comforter walked with you to your heavenly home, Rest my father, grandfather, brother and son, We miss you but your work down here was done. Your mother, Earline Green, daughter, Joanne Green, grandson, Jeremiah Green, sisters, Marjorie Green and Linda Taylor and family. |
Sandy Potter, Jr. |
Dec 6, 2009 Sandy Potter Jr., 73, of Rocky Mount, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at his home. He was born Oct. 6, 1936, in Franklin County to Sandy Potter Sr. and Julia Potter. He was preceded in death by his parents. He retired from Franklin Health and Rehab Center. He was a member of Truevine Missionary Baptist Church. Surviving are his daughter, Sandra Hamilton of Honolulu, Hawaii; three sisters, Gladys Carter and Sally Mahan, both of Martinsville, and Barbra Bleecker of Verona, N.J.; and one grandchild. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Truevine Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. James Perkins officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at 12:30 on Tuesday before the service. Stanfield Mortuary Service, Rocky Mount, is handling arrangements. |
Sarah Frances "Frankie" Barnes PINEY FLATS, Tenn. Sarah Frances "Frankie" Barnes, 86, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, in Johnson City Medical Center. She was a daughter of the late Donald Stevenson Ramsey and Draxie Marrs Ratliff Ramsey and was the widow of Thomas Barnes Jr. She was born in Pikeville, Ky., and had lived in the Bluff City/Piney Flats area for the past 50 years. She was a graduate of Pikeville High School where she was a drummer in the Drum and Bugle Corps. She was a member of Piney Flats First Baptist Church, was a woodcarver and violin maker and enjoyed ballroom dancing. She is survived by her daughters, Helen Lane and her husband Dane, and Kathy Barnes, all of Piney Flats; son, Tommy Barnes and his wife Kelley Parris-Barnes of Montgomery, Ala.; grandchildren, Nathan Lane and his wife Casey, Sarah Peoples J.R. Candlish and Rocky Lyons; great grandson, Elliott Lane; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Evelene May; and her brother, Eugene Ramsey. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:45 Tuesday evening, Dec. 8, 2009, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 8 o'clock with Dr. Allen Davis officiating. The committal service and burial will be at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning in Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Reed Mullins, Jim Gibson, Nathan Lane, J.R. Candlish, Curtis Tackett and Jim Sanders. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed at |
BLACKWELL, Sarah Happy Birthday, Mom, we love you with all of our hearts. Missing you everyday. Lovingly submitted, your children, Karen, Marcia and Charles Jr. |
Dora Lee Sebring NORFOLK - Dora Lee Sebring, 73, passed away Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009. Dora was born in Norfolk to the late Calias and Helen Murden. She is survived by her husband, William G. Sebring Sr.; four children, William G. Sebring Jr. and wife Kathleen of Moyock, N.C., William P. Sebring and wife Nancy of Chesapeake, Clifton W. Sebring and wife Johanna of Little Rock, Ark., and Georgia L. Settles and husband Mark of Edenton, N.C.; two brothers; three sisters; and 10 grandchildren, Benjamin Sebring, William G. Sebring III, Stephen Sebring, Lindsey Wagoner, Brittany Sebring, Amber Winslow, Joshua Sebring, Jeremy Sebring, Jonathan Sebring and Chloe Sebring. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, with the Rev. Mitchell Harrison officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, from Redwood United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bradley S. Dulaney officiating. Interment will follow 2 p.m. on Tuesday in Lakeview Memorial Park, Greensboro, N.C. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Southern Virginia Child Advocacy Center, 300 South Main Street, Rocky Mount, Va. 24151. Her family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Shirley Dunford |
Dec 6, 2009 The funeral for Shirley C. Dunford, 72, of Bassett, who died Dec. 3, 2009, at Memorial Hopsital in Martinsville, will be at 8 p.m. Monday at Bassett Funeral Service South Chapel with Minister Bobby McGee officiating. An additional service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mt. Mitchell Church in Wytheville. Burial will be in the Mt. Mitchell Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. She was born on Oct. 22, 1937, in Wythe County to Carless Jefferson Chandler and Alice Claina Allison Chandler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Dunford; and two brothers, William Chandler and Howard Chandler. Surviving are two sons, Timothy Howard Dunford of Bassett and Christopher Todd of Bassett; two daughters, Teresa Lynn Reynolds of Reidsville, N.C., and Kathy Durham of Bassett; 10 grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; 18 step-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Dreama Wilkins of Horsepasture. |
s will be conducted Monday, December 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. in the North Fork Baptist Church with the Rev. Fred Brugger and the Rev. Olen Gardner officiating. Interment will follow in the North Fork Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the North Fork Baptist Church, 905 Lusters Gate Road, Blacksburg, VA 24060 or the Blacksburg Rescue Squad, 200 N. Progress St., Blacksburg, VA 24060. Friends may call any time after 12 noon Sunday and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening at the McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
s 1 p.m. Monday at Metropolitan Community Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Wally SMALLWOOD Sadly missed,, Aunt Nomie, Make a memorial contribution |
Christine E. Smith NORFOLK - Christine E. Smith, 50, of the 800 block of Goff St., died Nov. 27, 2009. Christine was the daughter of George Jones Sr. and the late Lewellyn Jones. Other survivors include one son, Calvin Smith; two daughters, Dikesha Moore and India Smith; one brother, George Jones Jr.; five sisters, Novella Sparrow, Kathy Mays, Rhonda Jones, Angela Jones and Lisa Meeting; her mother and sister by love, Barbara Jones and Sharon Pace; six grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. A celebration of life is scheduled for Dec. 8 at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Graves Funeral Home. Burial will be in Holland Cemetery in Suffolk., Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted at 4 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009, in the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son, Salem. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 6, 2009, from 3 to 5 p.m. at 2441 Tyler Way, Salem, Va. 24153. To send condolences online, please register at, Make a memorial contribution |
Virginia Fisher Snider, 79, of Daleville, Va., passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Patricia Stitik VIRGINIA BEACH - Patricia Rae (Handerhan) Stitik, 66, entered into eternal rest Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, peacefully at home with family at her side. Born and raised in Perth Amboy, N.J., she graduated from Perth Amboy High School in 1960 and Mount Saint Agnes College in Baltimore in 1964. It is there where Pat met her true love, Fred "Bear" Stitik. They married Aug. 15, 1964. Pat and Fred began their married life living in New Jersey where she taught school at her grade school alma mater, Perth Amboy No. 7 School and was Teacher of the Year in her first year teaching. While Fred was in medical school, she continued her teaching career in Jersey City, N.J. As a young teacher she touched the lives and inspired many young children. Pat and Fred returned to Baltimore in 1968 to make their home there, raising sons Derick and Todd. Pat was a member of the Church of the Nativity in Towson and participated in many volunteer efforts. She was an advocate of the Johns Hopkins, Kennedy Krieger Institute for Children. One of Pat's passions was her love of tennis. It was at the Valley Country Club in Towson where she pursued her tennis "career." Pat and family moved to Virginia Beach, making it their home since 1981. Pat was an active member of the Church of the Holy Family. She served on the Parish Council and was a member of the Choir and the Hospitality Committee, among many other volunteer and religious committees. Pat enjoyed her time at many social activities, skiing, boating, music, playing Mahjong and bridge, enjoying weekly Dim Sum, and living life to its fullest. She was a member of the Virginia Beach Racquet Club, Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club, the Virginia Beach Yacht Club, the Cape Henry PTA, the Little Neck King's Daughters Circle, the Allenton-Baycliff Garden Club, the Holy Family Day School faculty, and provided guidance, inspiration and encouragement at local nursing homes and breast cancer support groups. Pat had an opportunity to do extensive travel; she had a special love for Ireland, Aspen, and Ocean City, Md. In 2005, Pat and Fred retired to Sarasota, Fla. They made a home in Pelican Cove where they enjoyed many sunsets together. They joined the Saint Thomas More Church where Pat continued her love of music and joined their choir. For those of you who had the privilege of knowing Pat, you know she lived a vibrant and full life with her strong faith and positive outlook. She was an extraordinary woman who had warmth and compassion for all. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and a multitude of friends. Her smile and blue eyes will shine forever. Surviving are her husband of 45 years, Fred Stitik; two sons, Derick of Sarasota, Fla., and Todd of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren, Cooper, Seth, Chloe, and Griffin. Pat was the daughter of Lillian and the late Raymond Handerhan of Perth Amboy, N.J., and the sister of Debbi Corej of Oceanport, N.J., and aunt to Carrie and Lauren Corej. A funeral Mass will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at Church of the Holy Family, 1279 North Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. The inurnment will immediately follow at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the . Donations can be mailed to Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas 75265-0309. Condolences, expressions of sympathy, and sharing of good memories may be expressed at www.mem.com., Make a memorial contribution |
Funeral service for Susie C. Brown of 201 Epps Street, Hopewell, will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, Hopewell. The Rev. William Roberts, pastor, will officiate. Interment will be in Mount Sinai Community Cemetery, Prince George. The family will receive friends and assemble one hour prior to service at the residence of her daughter, Rechelle Brown, 4114 Robert E. Lee Drive, Hopewell., Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director. |
MADISON, Sydney S., of West Point, Va., passed away Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the age of 84. He graduated from West Point High School in 1942 and attended the college of William and Mary until he was drafted into the U.S. Army, where he received a Purple Heart. After being discharged, Sydney attended the University of Virginia and joined Chesapeake Corporation as a chemist. He retired from Chesapeake Corporation after 42 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Frances Hinton Madison; and their two children, William Sydney Madison and his wife, Joan; and their children, Hunter and Carter of Alpharetta, Ga., Jennifer Madison Smith and her husband, Tim; and their three children, Tyler, Tommy and Madi of Charlotte, N.C. Also, a brother, Wilbert R. Madison of West Point, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Monday, December 7, 2009 at 2 p.m. at West Point United Methodist Church, 1020 Main Street, West Point, Va. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, noon to 2 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to West Point United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 610, West Point, Va. 23181. Condolences may be registered at www.vincentfh.com. |
He graduated from West Point High School in 1942 and attended the College of William and Mary, until he was drafted into the U.S. Army, where he received a purple heart. After being discharged, Sydney attended the University of Virginia and joined Chesapeake Corporation, as a chemist. He retired from Chesapeake Corporation after 42 years of service., He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Frances Hinton Madison and their two children, William Sydney Madison and his wife, Joan and their children, Hunter and Carter of Alpharetta, Ga., Jennifer Madison Smith and her husband, Tim and their three children, Tyler, Tommy and Madi of Charlotte, N.C.; a brother, Wilbert R. Madison of West Point; several nieces and nephews., A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at West Point United Methodist Church, 1020 Main Street, West Point, VA. Burial will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, from noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at Vincent Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 417 11th Street, West Point, VA., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to West Point United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 610, West Point, VA 23181. |
Jefferson Vick Sykes CHESAPEAKE - Dr. Jefferson Vick Sykes, born March 6, 1926, died Dec. 4, 2009. The 83-year-old was predeceased by his parents, Amelia Vick and Arie Sykes of North Carolina. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Patricia Duckworth Sykes; his son, Jeffrey Lee Sykes of Virginia Beach; his daughter and son-in-law, Martha and Nick Diorio; grandchildren, Tony and Nicole Diorio of Chesapeake; his sisters, Mildred Williams and Peggy Wood; and his brothers, Arie and Wilton Sykes, all of North Carolina. Vick graduated from Appalachian State Teacher's College in Boone, N.C., in 1950. He received his M.S. and CES degrees from The College of William and Mary and his Ph.D. from Nova University. He served as a hospital corpsman in World War II and the Korean conflict. He began his career as an educator at Port Norfolk Elementary School in Portsmouth where he taught seventh grade. Later, he served as a teacher at Harry Hunt Junior High and as an assistant administrator. He served as principal at Emily Spong, Robert E. Lee, and Hodges Manor Elementary Schools and Harry Hunt Junior High in Portsmouth. He retired as director of Elementary Education for the Portsmouth public school system in 1988. He was a charter member of Green Acres Presbyterian Church where he was an ordained elder, Sunday school teacher, and very active member of several church organizations. He was an avid fisherman, gardener and bridge player. He was well known and loved in the community and was always lending a hand to those in need. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, and all the hearts and lives he has touched through the years. There will be a celebration of his life at Green Acres Presbyterian Church Dec. 10. at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Green Acres Presbyterian Church, Witness Committee, 3135 Hanley Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23703., Make a memorial contribution |
GLOUCESTER - Sylvia Moore Williams, 79, died Dec. 4, 2009 at Riverside Regional Medical Center., Sylvia was also preceded in death by her husbands, Rufus C. Smith and Clifton Wallace Williams Sr.; and brothers and sisters., She is survived by daughters, Linda Cutler and Frankie Drew, Brinda Leckey and husband, Doug; grandchildren, Kelly Turner and husband, James, Carrie Reitman and husband, Joe, Chris Cutler and wife, Marla and family., Graveside funeral service, officiated by the Rev. Bill West, will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, at Severn Church Cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the cemetery. |
Margaret V. Tatem VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret V. Tatem, 84, went home to be with the Lord Dec. 4, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband, Henry C. Tatem. She retired from the Virginia Beach Public School System and a lifetime member of Community United Methodist Church. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Vikki Amburn and her husband Mike; her granddaughter, Kellee Lyn Amburn; grandson, Jasen Michael Amburn; cousins, Mary and Claudia Robertson; her "special" sisters, Dorothy Moore and husband John and Kathleen Warren and husband Frank; brother-in-law, Thomas Tatem and wife Doris and Jack Tatem and wife Bonnie; the Moore family that she felt especially close to and the Amburn family that accepted her as one of their own. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at Community United Methodist Church, 1072 Old Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. today at Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach. Floral donations may be made to the American Lung Association in Margaret's honor. Please visit Margaret's memorial at www.mem.com. where you may send tributes to the family., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk. Graham Funeral Home is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
CHAVIS, Terrence A. In loving memory of our son, Terrence A. Chavis, who passed away July 19, 1998. You remain an angel in our mind & heart. We miss you a lot. Happy 29th Birthday! We love you, ~The Family: Wilson, Kings, Holmes, Chavis |
Theresa Merrill Dennis Bullen ABINGDON, Va. Theresa Merrill Dennis Bullen, age 39, a resident of Mendota Road, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. We mourn the loss of our beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend and take comfort and know that she is with our Lord Jesus Christ, face to face with the Resurrection and the Life Himself, who suffered and gave Himself for her, that she might be with Him. Theresa's life was defined by devotion and untiring, selfless service to her Lord, her family, her friends, and by tender concern for others. All of our lives are forever richer and blessed for having been part of hers. Mrs. Bullen was born on Nov. 17, 1970, in Maryville, Tenn., a daughter of Merrill Flowers Smith and the late Roger Mitchell Dennis. She had resided in the Washington County, Va., area for the past five years and was a former resident of Atlanta. She was a member of Saint Peter Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Roger Dennis; and one brother, Michael "Mick" Dennis. Survivors include her husband, D. Benjamin Bullen; four sons, Joshua, Elijah, Samuel and Whitefield; five daughters, Abigail, Danielle, Lydia, Phoebe and Victoria; her mother, Merrill Smith; and step-father, Houston Smith; one brother, David Dennis and wife, Marla of Mississippi and their two sons, Jacob and Matthew; one sister, Annie Laurie Crosby and husband, Joe of Texas and her two daughters, Elise and Kiley; her sister-in-law, Kathleen Dennis of New Jersey and her two sons; and her church family. The funeral service for Theresa Bullen will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning, Dec. 8, 2009, at First Presbyterian Church, 701 Florida Ave., Bristol Tennessee with Dr. R.C. Sproul Jr. and Rev. David Dennis officiating. Interment will follow in the Mendota Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Erik Rolf, Joshua Bullen, Don Kiser, Robert McIntyre, Jon Larson and D.J. Hammond. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday evening at Frost Funeral Home. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made in memory of Theresa Merrill Dennis Bullen to Saint Peter Presbyterian Church, 5044 Walker Mountain Road, Bristol, VA 24202. Online condolences may be submitted at, Frost Funeral Home, 250 E. Main St., Abingdon, Va., is serving the family. |
will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ray F. Tipsword Graduate Scholarship at the Virginia Tech Foundation. Arrangements are being handled by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, 389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
CASTLEBURY, Troy William, 89, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 4, 2009. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna Castlebury; and a daughter, Peggy Haden. He is survived by his granddaughter, Rebecka Tol and her husband, Phaly; brother, Ralph Castlebury; and three great-grandchildren. Troy served in the Army Airforce during WWII. He was a long time employee of VDOT. The family will receive friends Tuesday 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte.10). A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Richmond SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, Va. 23220. |
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Dollie Fitzgerald Ennis White Dollie Fitzgerald Ennis White, 90, of Amherst, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Twice married, she was the wife of the late Lawrence Edward Ennis and the late Thomas J. White. Born Jan. 17, 1919 in Amherst County, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Curtis and Nancy Jane Bryant Fitzgerald. She was a retired supervisor with Holiday Inn, with 21 years of service. Mrs. White was a member of Eternal Baptist Church. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Lloyd E. Ennis; and 12 brothers and sisters. Mrs. White is survived by three sons, James E. Ennis and companion, Laura Tyree, Wayne B. Ennis and wife, Juanita, all of Madison Heights, and Lawrence F. Ennis, of Amherst; two daughters, Marian L. Hunt and Regina D. Wrenn and husband, Michael, all of Amherst; 19 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren, and many special nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Whitten Monelison Chapel, with the Rev. Sidney Wade officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at the funeral home and other times at 204 Stallion Way in Amherst Plantations. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.whittenfuneral home.com. Whitten Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Monelison Chapel, is serving the family. |
In Loving Memory of Calvin UPDIKE My dear Calvin,, It's been a year since you left us. Your memories and spirit are still with us and always will be. We miss your sense of humor, your quiet, congenial ways and your hearty laugh. You are so loved and so missed by your family., Edley, Make a memorial contribution |
Mary C. Verenna VIRGINIA BEACH - Mary C. Verenna, "Nan," 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009. A native of Phillipsburg, N.J., she was the daughter of the late John and Josephine Lacaruba and the widow of Anthony S. Verenna. She was predeceased by a son-in-law, Joseph Ringo. She is survived by her daughter, Marie Ringo of Virginia Beach; her son, Sebastian Verenna and wife Edith of Phillipsburg, N.J.; her grandchildren, Anthony Ringo and wife Maureen, Jeffrey Ringo and wife Christina, Janel Posilero and husband Thomas, and Michael Verenna and wife Kelley; and great- grandchildren, Kyle and Collin Ringo, Jessica and Kelsey Ringo and Trey and Kobe Posilero. The family would like to thank the Sentara Nursing Home Staff, Dr. Lee, and Heartland Hospice for their loving care of Nan. A funeral Mass will be conducted Wednesday at 1 p.m. at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church with Father Luke Policchio, O.S.B. officiating. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be offered to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
RICHMOND - Verna Stallings Brackins, 90, formerly of Newport News, Va., died Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 at Chippenham Hospital after a short illness., She is survived by her daughter, Ann and her husband, Ed Cutchins of Midlothian, Va.; her son, Jack Gwaltney Stallings Jr. of Virginia Beach; daughter Leslie and her husband, Gordon Christian of Ft. Mill, S.C.; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren., There will be a graveside service at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery, 220 Kings Highway, Suffolk., with the Rev. Ileana Rosario officiating., The Chesterfield Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home is assisting her family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
LOWE, Vernon V., 86, a resident of Surry County, passed Saturday, December 5, 2009 after a short illness. He was the widower of Frances Cowling Lowe. Born on December 31, 1922 in Surry County, he was the son of the late Alvin H. Lowe Sr. and Virgie Bailey Lowe. He is survived by two sons, Wayne Lowe and his wife, Phyllis, and Brent Lowe and his wife, Debi, both of Wakefield; three daughters, Delma Rogers and her husband, Reid, of Roxboro, N.C., Bonnie Looney and her husband, Watson, and Trayce Pearman and her husband, Franky, both of Midlothian; 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; a brother, G. Franklin Lowe; and a sister, Gaynelle Whitmore and her husband, J.C. Whitmore Jr., both of Wakefield. He was also predeceased by a brother, Alvin H. Lowe Jr.; a sister, Violet Smith; brother-in-law, Russ Smith; and a sister-in-law, Ruby W. Lowe. Mr. Lowe was born, raised and farmed all his life on Cedar Point Farm in Surry County, was a lifelong member of Rocky Hock United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of the Farmers Hunt Club. A funeral service will be held at Rocky Hock United Methodist Church on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 2 p.m. by Rev. Wayne Lowe Jr., Rev. Anne Beale and Rev. Cliff Fitzsinger. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Purviance Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield. Memorial donations may be made to Rocky Hock United Methodist Church, 1629 Aberdeen Rd., Wakefield, Va. 23888. Condolences may be posted online at www.jtmorriss.com. |
WAKEFIELD - Vernon V. Lowe, 86, a resident of Surry County passed Saturday, Dec. 5,, 2009 after a short illness., He was the widower of Frances Cowling Lowe. Born on Dec. 31, 1922, in Surry County, he was the son of the late Alvin H. Lowe Sr. and Virgie Bailey Lowe., He is survived by two sons, Wayne Lowe and his wife, Phyllis, and Brent Lowe and his wife, Debi, both of Wakefield; three daughters, Delma Rogers and her husband, Reid of Roxboro, N.C., Bonnie Looney and her husband, Watson, Trayce Pearman and her husband, Franky, both of Midlothian; 13 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; a brother, G. Franklin Lowe; and a sister, Gaynelle Whitmore and her husband, J.C. Whitmore Jr., both of Wakefield., He was also preceded in death by a brother, Alvin H. Lowe Jr.; a sister, Violet Smith; brother-in-law, Russ Smith; and a sister-in- law, Ruby W. Lowe., Mr. Lowe was born, raised and farmed all his life on Cedar Point Farm in Surry County, was a lifelong member of Rocky Hock United Methodist Church, and a lifetime member of the Farmers Hunt Club., A funeral service will be held at Rocky Hock United Methodist Church, at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, officiated by the Rev. Wayne Lowe Jr., the Rev. Anne Beale and the Rev. Cliff Fitzsinger. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, at the Purviance Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield. Memorial donations may be made to Rocky Hock United Methodist Church, 1629 Aberdeen Rd., Wakefield, VA 23888. |
Virginia Smith Garton, Virginia Louise Smith Garton, 82, of Charlottesville died on Thursday, December 3, 2009, at a local health care facility., She was born in Louisa County on February 2, 1927, the daughter of the late James Edloe and Ruby Thomas Smith. She was also predeceased by her husband, Clarence W. Garton; three sisters, Lillian S. Armstrong, Alice Kathryn Smith, Mary Byrd Smith; and two brothers, James E. Smith and Lee Smith., Virginia retired from State Farm Insurance in 1974 to care for her first grandchild and continued to provide child care until January, 2005 when she suffered her first stroke. Many have called her "Granny". She was a charter member of the Cherry Avenue Christian Church and former member of the Merry Mates Sunday School Class., She is survived by a daughter, Pat Durrer and her husband, Tom; and one son, Larry Garton., Also surviving are her grandchildren, Rick Durrer and his wife, Skye, of Stanardsville, Troy Durrer of Charlottesville, Julie Edwards of Charlottesville and Megan Garton of Virginia Beach, and their mother, Beth Gibson; great- grandchildren, Alli Durrer of Stanardsville and Amya, Taniya and T. J. Edwards of Charlottesville. She is also survived by two brothers-in-law, T. W. Armstrong of Charlottesville and Raymond Garton of High Point, North Carolina; and numerous nieces and nephews., Both Virginia and her roommate, Louise Clements, went together on Thursday, December 3, 2009, to join the Lord., Her family would like to thank the nurses and staff from Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation for their care and compassion during Virginia's illness and Hospice of the Piedmont for their kindness and care during the past few months., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2009, at the Teague Chapel with Mr. Scott Carter and Mr. Stan Martin officiating. Interment will follow at Monticello Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. prior to the service., Memorial contributions may be made to Cherry Avenue Christian Church, 1720 Cherry Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, Virginia 22911. |
JOHNSON, Walter, of Richmond, departed this life December 2, 2009. He is survived by nine sons, Walter Johnson Jr. (Lois T.), Larry Johnson, Waddell Johnson (Michelle), Melvin Johnson (Theresa), Tony Johnson (Jacqueline), Ronald Johnson (Beverly), Richard Bailey, William Jefferson and Marvin Bailey (Linda); four daughters, Barbara White, Linda Hinnant (Rufus), Monica Johnson and Brenda Johnson; 26 grandchildren, among them devoted LaDean White; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Bess Pollard; host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where funeral service will be held Monday, December 7, at 1 p.m. Brother Marvin Bailey officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery. |
for the procession to the church. Graves Funeral Home is handling arrangements., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held in Enfield, Conn., at a later date. Donations may be sent to an or Hospice Care of your choice. The Welles family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent by visiting, Make a memorial contribution |
Edwin B. West Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Edwin Bernard West Sr., 71, of the 3700 block of Old Forge Road, passed away Dec. 3, 2009, in Virginia Beach. A native of Michigan, he was the son of the late George and Dorothy West and the widower of Lorraine Catherine West. He was a self-employed contractor. He was a member of the VFW, Fleet Reserve, The Forresters, and was active in Bowling For Miracles. He was a Navy veteran of Vietnam. He is survived by his two sons, Edwin West Jr. and Ronald West; three brothers, Bill, Lawrence and Norman West; two sisters, Norma Jean Batchelor and Ruthann Howard; and three grandchildren, Hannah, Kyle, and Courtney. A funeral will be conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, with the Rev. Ernest L. Trueblood officiating. The burial will follow in Princess Anne Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www., Make a memorial contribution |
Will was a fun-loving child that loved sports, playing with his brother, Miles and praising the Lord., Memorial services will be held on Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Greenwich Road Chapel, by Chaplain Albert Cross. Burial will be at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. |
On Wednesday, Dec.3, 2009, God called home Mr. William Horace Johnson Sr. of 2515 Pinehurst Drive, Petersburg, Va., William was born Sept. 4, 1926, to the late Lenora Johnson. He served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1943. Deacon Johnson worked for the City of Petersburg for a number of years until he retired. After retirement he devoted much of his time to Mount Olivet Baptist Church where he served actively as a deacon., Deacon Johnson loved the Lord in every way, and those who knew him best appreciated his unfailing belief in Christ. No matter what the topic, Deacon Johnson always found a way to talk about Jesus and his faith and trust in God was his testimony. He enjoyed music, especially quartet singing and was very knowledgeable of the history of the Negro Baseball League., Deacon Johnson was a calm and quiet man, but had a strong spirit in the Lord., He leaves to celebrate his life and love, his devoted wife, Frances Johnson; 14 children, Margaret Brewster of Fayetteville, N.C., Gwendolyn Price of Petersburg, Va., Carolyn Johnson of Hopewell, Va., William Johnson Jr. of Richmond Va., Carol Moore of Woodbridge, Va., Larry O. Johnson, Harry O. Johnson (Wanda), Raymond Johnson, Wilbert Hines (Judy), Anthony Hines (Patricia) and Brenda Johnson all of Petersburg, Va., Susie Warren (Stanley) of Prince George, Va., Susan King (Elijah) and Sylvia Thorne (Wayne) of Petersburg, Va.; three sisters-in-law, Lucille Cook of Greenville, S.C., Clarice Johnson of Evanston, Ill., and Maxine Harrison of Tucker, Ga.; three brothers-in-law, James O. Lee (Francis) of San Antonio, Texas, the Rev. Vernon S. Lee (Cecelia) of Petersburg, Va.; 38 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends., Deacon Johnson was truly a loved man and we were blessed to have known this quiet servant of God., Funeral services will be held at noon Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va. The Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, will officiate., The family will receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling 804-861-3066., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Deacon Johnson 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, |
William Rudolph Rose, 84, of Sussex County, died Dec. 2, 2009, at Kindred Hospital., He was a native of Sussex and the son of the late George William and Mary Wachsmann Rose., He was predeceased by two nephews, Gary Frances Neblett and Russell Wayne Neblett., William was a retired farmer and served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955., He is survived by a brother, George Parham Rose of Disputanta; three sisters, Rosalind Neblett of Disputanta, Mary Jane Simmons of Colonial Heights, Nancy R. Wellons and husband Harold of Sedley, Va.; three nephews, David E. Neblett, G. Lee Simmons and Paul R. Wellons; two nieces, Jane S. Lawrence and Wendy W. Stout; several great-nieces and great-nephews., Burial will be private. Condolences may be registered at |
will be held Friday, Dec. 11, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held Monday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Greenwich Road Chapel, by Chaplain Albert Cross. Burial will be at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Edmarc Pediatric Hospice, 516 London St., Portsmouth, VA 23704,, . Arrangements by Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel. Please visit this memorial at www.altmeyer. com., Make a memorial contribution |
Willie Cooley Sr. "Joe" April 6, 1924 - Nov. 30, 2005 Your memory is our own keepsake, with which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping and we have you in our hearts. Sadly missed but never forgotten. Love, The family. |
LEWIS, Wilson Elijah, 93, of Chesterfield, formerly of Castlewood Road, departed this life December 3, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Staton Jones Lewis. He is survived by three sisters, Deacon Rosa L. Caldwell, Ruby L. Gibson and Grace L. Johnson; a devoted niece, Audrey Gibson; three stepchildren and grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The family extends a special appreciation to the caregivers at Westport and Chippendale Retirement Center. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St., where funeral service will be held Monday, December 7, at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Ronald C. Taylor, officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery. |
With Sincere Thanks The family of Shirley Hairston Wilson would like to thank everyone for all acts of kindness shown during the illness and passing of our loved one. Please keep us in your prayers as we move forward without her in our presence. May God Bless each of you. The Family, Husband Jimmie, Daughter Shelby, Son Michael, Daughter-in-law Ayana, Grandchildren Brandon and Kyndall, Make a memorial contribution |
will be conducted Monday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. in Oaklette United Methodist Church, 520 Oaklette Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23325. The Rev. C. Eugene Meek will officiate. Memorial donations may be made in Ray's name to Oaklette United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the care of the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake., Make a memorial contribution |
ANDERSON In loving memory of my Husband & Papa William E. Anderson. A precious one from us is gone A Voice we love is stilled A spot in vacant in our hearts That never can be filled Take him in Thine Arms Dear Lord And ever let him be A messenger of love between Our aching hearts and thee. Wife Lucy, Great Grandson, Michael |
Walter Wong CHESAPEAKE - Walter Wong, 77, passed away Dec. 3, 2009. A funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at Cedar Road Chapel, 524 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. The family will receive friends in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, Friday, Dec. 18, from 6 to 7 p.m. Condolences may be made at, Make a memorial contribution |
in the chapel on Monday. Military honors will be conducted by Members of the American Legion Post 157, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3817 and the North Dakota National Guard. The online memorial registry may be signed at www., . Gregory J. Norman-Norman Funeral Home, So. Washington St., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory Of Janet (Jan) Woods April 1959 - December 2007 AN ANGEL She was not a famous artist. She left no creation of beauty behind her and nothing of use to the world. She moved no mountains, wrote no books, bridged no rivers. She saved no lives... yet it would be the hardest heart that did not mourn her death. At the very least she was an adornment in the world, an excitement, a pillar of fire in the night, producing no useful heat or light, but a glory to see none the less.! At most, she was an inspiration... for she proved that if anything at all is meant for us, we are meant to live life and be kind to each other., Make a memorial contribution |
Ollie Sterrett Wright, 87, of Clifton Forge, died Saturday, December 5, 2009. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge., Make a memorial contribution |
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