GORDON, Antoine Cornell Thinking of you in heaven makes you seem so far away. Yet all the love you left behind is in our hearts to stay. we love and miss you. Paulette & Lawrence, Granny & Bud, Gail & Pip & the Family |
CLARK, Ann Arnold, 79, of Richmond, died January 4, 2010 after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Mary Arnold; and her sister, Zaida Lanier. Surviving are her longtime companion and fiance, Virgil Mercer; brother, T.K. Arnold (Sarah); son, David Clark (Leigh); daughter, Donna Shater (Chris); grandsons, Nathan Lester (Megan) and Adam Lester; great-grandson, Hoke Lester; brother-in-law, Paul Lanier; beloved pet, Tammy; several nieces and nephews, and many longtime friends. Ann grew up in a lovely farmhouse that she adored in Louisburg, N.C., where she graduated from Edward Best High School in 1948. She was the Membership Director for the APVA for 19 years, a position of which she was most proud and where she developed many long-lasting friendships. Ann was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend and she will be missed by all who knew her. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 8, 2010, at the Bon Air Presbyterian Church, 9201 West Huguenot Rd., Richmond, Va. The family will receive friends at the church following the service. |
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She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Leonidas C. Tatum; and sister, Christine Brooks., Anneliese is survived by two sons, David Tatum and wife, Suzanne of Newport News, and Jeffrey Tatum and wife, Amy of Seaford; sister, Barbara Link and husband, Herbert of Bingen, Germany; four grandchildren, Amanda, Cecil, Megan, and Rachel; two great-grandchildren, Evann and Laylah; and one cousin, Matilda Klingler of Waldalgesheim, Germany., The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, at Peninsula Memorial Park, officiated by Father Kenneth Wood., Memorial donations may be sent to the SPCA, 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601, Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
She moved to the United States in 1963 living in Newport News, Va., until December 1996. She wed Robert Johnston and moved to Norfolk, N.Y., in June 1997., She raised her family in Newport News, Va., and had many dear friends. She loved having coffee and meeting her pals at Dunkin Donuts. She was one for great conversation, an avid reader, enjoyed world politics, having a good laugh, and watching her children and the neighborhood friend's play outside., She leaves behind her loving husband, Robert C. Johnston; her daughter, Monique Aronsohn and her husband, Paul; two sons, Dan and Bob Pearson; her brother, Peter Hessels; grandchildren, Amber, Samuel and Eddie; two daughters- in-law, Stacy Pearson and Maria Pearson. She is also survived by her beloved stepchildren/grandchildren, Robin, Marty, Eddie, Christopher, Michelle, Maddie and Rylee, Liam and Benoit., She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She will be missed dearly. |
REGER, Anthony Bernard, 96, of Henrico, passed away January 4, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Katherine H. Reger. He will be remembered for his contentment of life, keen sense of humor and dedication to a yard full of flowers. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the US Navy and the then newly formed "Sea Bees." He was retired from Merita Bakery. He is survived by two sons, Gerald F. Reger "Jerry" of Kingsland, Texas, and Anthony H. Reger "Buddy" of Mathews, N.C; one daughter, Sharon Grubbs of Hamilton, N.C.; five grandchildren, Michael Reger, Douglas Grubbs, Raymond Grubbs, Robin Sims and Ashley Reger; and five great-grandchildren. A celebration of his life will begin with the family receiving friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. A graveside service will be held 12 noon Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
MALLORY, ANTHONY (Tony) January 1, 2004. Just a thought of sweet remembrance, just a memory sad and true, just the love and sweet devotion of the ones who think of you. We love and miss you very much, Your Family |
Antoine Cornell Gordon May 31, 1989 - January 6, 2008 Missing you today, yesterday and always. We love you. Mom and Alexis |
Antoine Rydell "Joe Bear" Mines passed away suddenly on September 3, 2009 at the age of 36. He is truly being missed by his loving wife, Tyra; three children, Zaytoine, Za'Qari and Zakyra; mother, Doris "Patsy" Mines; three sisters, Angelique, Latia and Camia; six nieces and nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. "You will always be in our hearts Rydell. We wish you were here." |
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WILLIAMSBURG - Mr. Arthur Charles Hilstrom Sr., 84, passed away at his home on Jan. 1, 2010, in Williamsburg, Va., Mr. Hilstrom was born on July 2, 1925, in Huntington Beach, Calif. He retired from the U.S. Army in 1963 after 21 years of faithful service to his country. He was a World War II and Korean War Veteran. His family traveled with him to duty stations in Kobe, Japan and La Rochelle, France. He also retired from civil service at Fort Eustis in 1987 as a Ship Surveyor. He was a member of the Chickahominy Masonic Lodge No. 286, The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 8046 where he was a Past Post Commander, and the Williamsburg Moose Lodge 757. He was also a member of the Oak Tree Hunt Club and the Lafayette Gun Club. Mr. Hilstrom loved boating, fishing, and hunting., He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Lois W. Hilstrom; parents, Gunnar and Dora Hilstrom; and two sisters, Barbara Armstrong and Stella Braaten., He is survived by a sister, Ruthie Reardon of New Hampshire; a brother, Howard Hilstrom and his wife, Doris of Williamsburg; two sons, Charles Hilstrom Sr. and his wife, Sharyn of Williamsburg; Arthur Hilstrom Jr. and his wife, Jessie of Williamsburg; two daughters, Linda Criswell and her husband, Bill of Williamsburg; and Shirley Tunstall and her husband, Bobby of Toano; five grandsons, Bill Criswell Jr. of Richmond; Nathan Allen of Richmond; Bryan Allen of Richmond; Arthur Hilstrom III and his wife, Michelle of Croaker, and Charles Hilstrom Jr. and his wife, Becky of Williamsburg; four great-granddaughters, Althea and Cassidy Allen of Croaker; Heidi Lynn Hilstrom of Williamsburg; Alexis Hilstrom of Croaker; and one great-grandson, Logan Hilstrom of Croaker; and many nieces and nephews. |
DYSON, Audrey R. In Loving Memory of our mother and grandmother. God called you home twelve years ago today. The love and memories will be with us until we meet again. My Guardian Angel forever. We miss you very much. Love, Brenda and family |
BEARD BARBARA GREEN BEARD Dec. 30, 1943 - Jan. 2, 2002 We love you and miss you. Your family |
Ms. Bernadette Thelma Gill of 516 North Carolina Ave., Petersburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at her residence., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
Billie Sanders Schwartz Mrs. Billie Sanders Schwartz, age 78, passed away Dec. 30, 2009, in Longview, Texas. She was a former resident of Saltville and a 1949 graduate of Saltville High School. She is survived by her beloved husband, David; her daughters, Lori and husband Scott Osborne and Lisa and husband Kevin Bemrich. She had four grandchildren, David and his wife Alexandra Osborne, Joshua Osborne, Amanda and husband James Jones, Kevin Bemrich Jr. She also had four great- grand children, Ashley, Allison, Aaron and Tyler. Graveside service and burial were held at Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery in Dallas. |
Blanche M. Thompson DAMASCUS, Va. Blanche M. Thompson, age 99, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, at Grace Healthcare Center of Abingdon, Va. She was a lifelong resident of Damascus and was a daughter of the late Ervin Manuel Thompson and Ida Elizabeth Jenkins Thompson. She retired from Brookmade Hosiery Mill in Damascus and had been very active in the community helping people. She had written a weekly column, "Damascus News", in the Washington County Newspaper for many years. She also had been a very active member of First Baptist Church in Damascus where she was a former church secretary and clerk, taught Sunday school, was active in the WMU Baptist Women and the church choir. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two sisters, Irene Fleming and Bertha Thompson; and two brothers, Joe Thompson and Charles Thompson. She is survived by two brothers, Herman Thompson of Damascus and Ralph Thompson Sr. and his wife Frances, of Madison, Tenn.; two sisters-in-law, Faye Thompson of Bristol Tennessee, and Ethel Thompson of Mountain City, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, in the First Baptist Church in Damascus with Rev. Wayne Guynn and Mr. Ralph Thompson Jr. officiating. The committal service and interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus. Pallbearers will be David Thompson, Charles Edward Thompson, Bobby Thompson, Ralph Thompson Jr., Sam Fleming, Larry Miller, Charles Cook, and Ralph Cornett. Honorary pallbearers will be the former and present deacons of First Baptist Church. The family would like to extend a special thanks to all the nurses and staff at Grace Healthcare Center and the Hospice of Southwest Virginia. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Garrett Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family and a memorial video tribute may be viewed by visiting |
will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Funeral services for Branden Prealeau of 20619 Willowdale Drive, Ettrick, will be conducted at 12 noon Saturday, from the Zion Apolistic Christian Memorial Church, 1601 South Youngs Road, Petersburg; Bishop Samuel L. Wright officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
In Loving Memory of Gail BRAUN 1-15-1949 1-8-2008, You fought so hard, and you're the bravest person I've ever known. I always believed God would heal you. Only He knows why He chose not to!, See you soon!, Larry, Make a memorial contribution |
J. Richard Brewer, 75, of Sugar Grove, Va., the Camp Community, died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Surviving is his wife, Doris Brown Brewer; and many loving cousins and friends. Arrangements by Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Broadus P. Wood, 85, of Free Union, died Saturday, January 2, 2010, at a local health care facility., He was born in Albemarle County on July 10, 1924, the son of the late Oscar B. and Charity Davis Wood. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Velva Shifflett Wood; his sister, Josephine Wood; and his brothers, Robert L. Wood and J.P. Wood., Mr. Wood was retired from ACME Visible Records and was a retired farmer. He also served our country in the United States Army., He is survived by his brothers, Oscar "Mike" Wood Jr., John Henry Wood, and Curtis T. Wood., A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Prize Hill Church in Boonesville, with the Reverend Curtis Morris officiating. Interment will be at Prize Hill Cemetery., The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at the Teague Funeral Home., The family suggests that memorials be made to the Prize Hill Cemetery Association, Post Office Box 218, Free Union, VA 22940., Mr. Wood would like to thank the nursing staff at Morningside and his nephew David Wood for the care he received. |
Walter Jackson Bryant, 65, of Fincastle, passed away suddenly Wednesday, December 30, 2009. He was a hard working farmer for over 48 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Lillian Bryant, three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Clarence and Helen Bryant, Richard and Margaret Bryant, all of Roanoke; sister and brother-in-law, Lillian and James Deisher, of Georgia; sisters-in-law, Marie Bryant, of Troutville, Alice Bryant, of Salem; friends, Jimmy and Joyce Johnson and family; David and Laura Crowder and family, all of Fincastle; and his faithful dog, "Little Walter". Arrangements by Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan, 254-3000., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, 201,0 at the BroylesShrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel, Peterstown, W.Va., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of William H. Sr. BURWELL 3/2/1918 1/6/2007, To us, you are never quite far away, as you are always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace. We Love You., Wife ~ Eleanor, Daughters ~ Barbara & Mary, Sons ~ William & John, Make a memorial contribution |
JONES, L. Clarke Jr., 84, passed away January 5, 2010. He graduated from Duke University and served in World War II as a Naval Officer in the Pacific area. He was a lifetime member of Ducks Unlimited and a lifelong member of Second Baptist Church. He was President of the Jones Realty and Construction Corp., a family business for approximately 60 years and a member and past president of the Richmond and Virginia Home Builders Association. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, JoAnne Paty Jones; four sons, L. Clarke Jones III and (the late Susan R.) and their children, Amy J. Mattock and her husband, Mike, Ryan Jones and his wife, Shannon, Blaire Jones and his great-grandchildren, Thomas Mattock and Ryanna Jones, C. Paty Jones and his wife, Jane B. and their children, C. Paty Jones Jr., Ashley Spence and her husband, David and Coleman B. Jones and his wife, Cacki S., Captain (USN Ret.) R. Bingham Jones and his wife, Susie H. and their children, Sara Jones and Joanna Jones, H. Kevin Jones and his children, Matthew W. and his wife, Ashley H. and Ethan Jones; one daughter, Beth J. Malone and her husband, Russell and their children, Stephanie J. Harlow and her husband, Michael, Rusty Malone IV and fiancee, Aly Pittman and his great-grandchildren, Courtlynn Malone, Caleb and Austin Harlow. He is also survived by one sister, Virginia Anne Dobbins and her husband, Howard W. and their family. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 West Broad Street. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2010, 2:30 p.m. at Second Baptist Church, River Road and Gaskins. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and Western Henrico Ducks Unlimited, Box 29731, Richmond, Va. 23242. Jones Realty and Construction Corporation will be closed Thursday, January 7, 2010. |
5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at the McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., 540-552-3211., Make a memorial contribution |
Virginia Allen Loy Campbell, 77, of Blacksburg, Va., died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010, at Montgomery Regional Hospital following a two-month illness. She was born on October 23, 1932, in Tarboro, N.C., the daughter of William Webb Loy and Virginia Gray Thigpen Loy., She grew up in Eustis, Fla., and was a 1950 graduate of Eustis High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Hugh Gregory Campbell, at the age of 18, and upon his graduation from Florida State University, moved to Blacksburg in 1955., She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. She was a lifelong Episcopalian. An avid bridge player, she earned the rank of Life Master from the American Contract Bridge League in October 2009. Her competitive spirit extended beyond bridge to include a wide range of sports, both as a participant and spectator. She served at historic Smithfield Plantation for many years as a docent and for two years as the Director., She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Hugh Gregory Campbell; three children, Hugh Gregory Campbell Jr. and wife, Anne Judkins Campbell, of Blacksburg, Va., Loy Campbell Bollinger and husband, Mark Jeffrey Bollinger, of Montrose, Colo., and Allen Webb Campbell and wife, Deborah Byrd Campbell, of Blacksburg; four grandchildren, James Gregory Bollinger, Laura Bollinger Zimmerman and husband, Andrew Todd Zimmerman, Wesley Judkins Campbell, and Loy Anne Campbell; one sister, Snow Loy Roberts and husband, Bennett Watson Cowper Roberts, of Durham, N.C.; sister-in-law, Dorothy Lynn Campbell Nix and husband, Clemer Dolan Nix Jr., of Prospect, Ky.; nephews, Bennett Watson Cowper Roberts Jr. and wife, Angela Roberts, Webb Loy Roberts and wife, Jennifer Roberts, Wendell Scott Nix and wife, Catherine Nix, Marcus Dolan Nix, and Jonathan Douglas Nix; niece, Snow Loy Roberts; and great-nieces and nephews, Madison Roberts, Nicholas Roberts, Elizabeth Roberts, Chloe Roberts, Penelope Roberts, Laura Nix, Alexander Nix, and Christopher Nix., will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010, at Christ Episcopal Church in Blacksburg with the Rev. Scott A. West and the Rev. Claud W. McCauley officiating. A private burial will occur in Westview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at McCoy Funeral Home on Thursday, January 7, 2010, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Valley Interfaith Child Care Center, Inc., P.O. Box 926, Blacksburg, Va. 24063; www., Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg, Va., 540-552-3211., Make a memorial contribution |
She is survived by one devoted daughter, Margaret Pemberton of Washington, D.C. |
Catherine Costello Daniel died Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010. Nelsen Funeral Home in Hopewell, Va., will be handling the arrangements. Notice to follow. |
BROOKS - Charles, Jr. Happy Birthday. Memories of you still capture our hearts. We love & miss you. Children & Grandchildren |
CHRISTIAN, Charles Elton, 56, of Richmond, Va., departed this life Wednesday, December 30, 2009. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Inez Christian; one son, Jermaine Dunston; three sisters, Margaret and Irene Christian, and Sylvia Randall (George Sr.); two brothers, Pastor Rodney Christian (Mary) and Larry Christian (Pattie). Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing will be held Thursday, January 7, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, January 8, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2010 at Sharon Baptist Church, 22 E. Leigh St. Pastor Lewis Yancey officiating and Rev. Dr. Paul Coles, eulogist. Interment Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Quinton, Va. |
Charles William Meadows, Charles William Meadows was born in Page County, Virginia, on January 30, 1923, and died on Sunday, January 3, 2010., He was the son of the late Frank and Mattie Meadows., He is survived by two daughters, Joyce Thompson of Columbia, Maryland, and Charlotte Meadows Buchanan of Charlottesville; his fiancee, Frances "Penny" Koehn; two grandsons, William P. Buchanan of Charlottesville and Alan G. Thompson of Washington, D.C.; a great- granddaughter, Olivia C. Thompson; and three sisters, Martha Spradlin of Scottsville, Nellie Murano of Richmond, and Susie Mills of Charlottesville., He was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Jo Meadows; and a daughter, Ginger Faye Meadows., He was a World War II veteran who served in Germany and the Philippines with the 86th Infantry Division. He was retired from the Virginia Electric Power Company. An active member of Cherry Avenue Christian Church, he shared his talents with his family, friends and community. He was a 50 plus year member of the Virginia Reelers Square Dance Club., A funeral service will be held in the Cherry Avenue Christian Church 11 a.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010, with Mr. Scott Carter and Mr. Stan Martin. Interment will follow at Monticello Memory Gardens., The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at the church., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Clara Jo and Ginger Meadows Memorial Scholarship Fund, Mountain Mission School, 1 Hurley Street, Grundy, VA 24614. |
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Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Updike Funeral Home Chapel, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010, in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Colby W. Eppard, Colby Wade Eppard, 18, of Stanardsville, Virginia, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2010., Colby was born on March 5, 1991, in Charlottesville, Virginia, the son of Richard W. Eppard and Tracy Leigh Morris Foster., He is survived by his mother, Tracy Leigh Morris Foster and her husband, Todd, of Palmyra, Virginia; his father, Richard W. Eppard of Stanardsville, Virginia; one brother, Courtney Eppard; maternal grandparents, Allen and Gail Morris; paternal grandparents, Harold and Emily Eppard, all of Stanardsville, Virginia; a great-grandmother, Ruth Morris of Free Union, Virginia; three uncles, Brad Courtney and his wife, Michelle, Kevin Morris, Tommy Eppard and his fiancee, Diane Gentry, all of Stanardsville, Virginia; two aunts, Waltine Maupin and her husband, Guy, and Sherri Morris, both of Stanardsville, Virginia; four great-aunts including a very special aunt, Shirley Naylor of Free Union, Virginia, Shelby Davis and Kim Nash, also of Free Union, Virginia, and Carolyn Morris and her husband, Gary, of Dyke, Virginia; a special cousin, Sandy Shifflett of Dyke, Virginia; and many other loving family members, cousins and friends., Colby was well liked by many and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He loved playing jokes and making people laugh. His love was his hunting dogs and all animals. Colby enjoyed hunting, fishing and working on older vehicles., The family would like to thank the youth group of Nortonsville Church of God for their guidance during this difficult time., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville, Virginia., A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010, at the Nortonsville Church of God, 1505 Simmons Gap Road, Dyke, Virginia, with the Reverend David Allison, Mark Mayberry and Jacob Dunn officiating. Interment will follow at Prize Hill Cemetery., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
celebrating her life and resurrection will be held 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Second Presbyterian Church with Dr. George Anderson and Gerald Carter officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National D-Day Foundation in Bedford, Va. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
FRANKLIN, Mrs. Covie Brown, age 85, of Midlothian, went home to be with her Lord on January 4, 2010. She was the widow of Ed Franklin; and she was preceded in death by four grandsons, Adam, Cody, Cleg and Kenny. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law and 13 grandchildren: Peggy and Roy Morse and their children, Michael, Linda, Curtis, Karen and Scott; Hazel and Leroy Boyd and their children, Barbara and Jonathan; Barbara Musick and Clyde McReynolds and her sons, Mark and Jason; Nancy Leslie and her daughter, Angelia; Deborah and Lonnie Provo and their sons, Keith and Kyle; and Jean and Gary Orye and their son, Brandon; 17 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Edith Buck. She was a faithful member of Elkhardt Baptist Church for 47 years. Her remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where the family will receive friends 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, and where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday. Interment Dale Memorial Park. |
MAIRE, Cyril E. Jr., of Richmond, died January 4, 2010. He is survived by his widow, Alice Cook Stephens Maire; his daughters, Sarah Ann Shelko and husband, Joseph, Amiee Melissa Poe and husband, William, and Elise Ann Maire; daughter-in-law, Cathy Edwards Maire; three stepsons, George M. Stephens III and wife, Cathy, Thomas W. Stephens and wife, Capsen, and John P. Stephens and wife, Lynn; two sisters, Mrs. G. Edmond Massie and Betty Maire Herndon; numerous grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Bergmann Maire; and their son, Cyril E. Maire III. Cyril was born in Park Ridge, N.J. in 1922, moved to Richmond in 1938 and graduated from Glen Allen High School, Class of 1940. In 1944 he graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y. During WWII, Cyril made five successful voyages to the European and Mediterranean war zones. At the end of the war, Cyril returned to George Washington University, Washington, D.C., to complete his education and resume his career in banking. Cyril retired in 1987 as an executive vice-president of Sovran Bank, a subsidiary of Bank of America. A memorial service will be held 12 noon Friday, at Bon Air United Methodist Church, 1645 Buford Road. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Contributions may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902, New York, N.Y. 10018, or to a charity of your choice. |
Lamantia - Delores Gibson 7/28/38 - 1/06/07 You've left us with precious memories. Your Family |
CULPEPPER, Daisy- We are still loving and missing you. Robert, Elseen,Family & Friends |
Edmond A. Damus, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Friday, January 1, 2010, at Lewis-Gale Hospital. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Pauline A. Damus; his son, Stephen E. Damus, of Buford, Ga.; and his daughter, Jean Marie Damus, of Los Angeles, Calif. He has a surviving brother, William Robert Damus, of Tampa, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. Ed Damus was preceded in death by his father, Abraham Damus; mother, Mary Debs Damus; sisters, Souad Khoury and Agnes Alouf; and his brother, Nassief Damus. Ed worked many years as a field underwriter for Monarch Life Insurance Company. He and his wife, Pauline, attended Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church and Saint Elias Church in Roanoke. Ed was a generous man who volunteered at Lewis-Gale Hospital. He raised money for St. Jude Children's Hospital. He delivered Meals on Wheels for 14 years. He was an interpreter for the Red Cross Chapter in Roanoke. He supported the RAM House by hiring those less fortunate. He secured the land and built the Hidden Valley Intermediate Schools baseball fields. He was active in the Kawanis and worked as an arbitrator for the Better Business Bureau in Roanoke., Ed felt privileged to live here. Whenever he was called upon, he responded as a loyal citizen of his adopted country and community. He adored his family and cherished his friends. An avid bridge player; he made a point of spreading good cheer wherever he went and of easing the lives of others. He will be missed., Donations may be made to RAM House, 824 Campbell Ave., SW, Roanoke, Va. 24016 or to the , 2261 Mattaponi Dr., NW, Roanoke, Va. 24017. Flowers may be sent to Our Lady of Nazareth Church, 2505 Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018., Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010, at Our Lady Of Nazareth Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. Joseph Lehman officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100., Make a memorial contribution |
Dana Frank Silecchia, 56, of Gordonsville, died on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at his residence., He was born on April 7, 1953, in Wychoff, New Jersey, a son of Pat Frank Selecchia of Sarasota, Florida, and the late Helen Winifred O'Harra Silecchia, who preceded him in death., Mr. Silecchia graduated from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English. He was very proud of his association with the Boy Scouts of America where he received the highest honor of Eagle Scout Order of the Arrow., Mr. Silecchia is also survived by his wife, Deborah Lynne Silecchia of Gordonsville; one son, Griffin William Silecchia of Gordonsville; and his sister, Candice Silecchia and her husband, Louis Chalupa, both of Sarasota, Florida., A memorial service will be held at a later date., Preddy Funeral Home of Gordonsville is in charge of arrangements. |
Dan proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and retired with 27 years of service. He then continued his career with the Norfolk Public Works Center, civil service, and completed 20 years of service. Dan was a member of the American Legion and was a member of the VFW, Tidewater and Post 49, Smithfield. He was also a life member of the Norview Masonic Lodge #113, Norfolk., He enjoyed life to the fullest and was an avid fisherman. Dan was passionate about hunting and the great outdoors. He was a member of the Chuckatuck Hunt Club and the Darden Store Hunt Club. He will be sorely missed by his friends, family and "hunting buddies" in the community., Dan was a member of Faith Freewill Baptist Church and was involved in many aspects of the church., A beloved father, grandfather, brother, Dan was loved and respected by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, Dan was preceded in death by his wife, June Leone Anderson; and brother and sisters, Alfred, L.E., David, and Donald and Madeline and Peggy., Left to cherish his memories are his daughters, Holly Sue Anderson, Sherry Adair Patton, Sybil N. Acey (Randy) and Heather Leigh Estelle Geyer (Aaron); his son, Daniel Dean Anderson Jr. and stepsons, Mark Anthony Lewis (Tammy) and Kevin Michael Lewis (Audra); 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren; and his sister, Phyllis A. Ellis., A service celebrating Dan's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 8, in Faith Freewill Baptist Church, with Pastor Barry Reel officiating. Burial will follow in St. Luke's Memorial Park with full military honors. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in Colonial Funeral Home., The family suggests memorial contributions be made to CHKD, 601 Children's Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507. |
NEWPORT NEWS - Daniel Everett, 41, passed away Jan. 2, 2010, in Newport News, following a long and courageous battle with cancer., He is survived by his three daughters, Jerica, Leanne and Ashley; his father, Daniel; his two sisters, Tabatha and Jodi; his longtime girlfriend, Sharon; and a number of nieces and nephews. |
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David Wayne DeHart, 55, of Radford, Va., passed away on Monday, January 4, 2010, with his wife and brothers by his side. He was born on November 22, 1954, to the late Joseph W. and Louise T. DeHart. He was also preceded in death by his grandmother, Bertha Gordon. Surviving is his loving wife, Marian Osborne DeHart; son, James Michael DeHart; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph W. and Kim DeHart Jr., Steven DeHart, and Tony and Susan DeHart; father and mother-in-law, Frank and Trish Bender Osborne; sister and brother-in-law, Laura Osborne and Steven G. Kirk; brother-in-law, Joseph Alexander Osborne IV; niece and husband, Amy and Michael Watkins; nephews, Mathew, Andrew, and Eric DeHart; and great-nephew and niece, Wyatt and Tess Watkins., David was a Radford, Va., native and resident and a 1974 graduate of Radford High School-where he played football and ran track under the Legendary Coach Lineburg. During his high school career he was a three-sport letterman in Football, Winter Track, and Spring Track winning 10 letters., At Radford High School, David played on the nationally ranked football team during the 1971 and 1972 football seasons. The team had a 48 game winning streak and won the Virginia State AA Football Championship in 1971 and 1972. During those years at Radford High School, Va. Tech Coach Frank Beamer was David's position coach before leaving Radford and going to Maryland as a Graduate Assistant Coach., David also ran on the Radford High School State Championship Track team and won both Indoor and Outdoor AA State championship in 1972 to 1973. David was the individual state indoor and runner-up outdoor Pole Vault champion in 1974, clearing 13.5 feet., In the 1974 Virginia Tech football season, David walked on the team as a 5'9," 180 pound linebacker. In his sophomore season was moved to weak side (bandit) defensive end where he was a three-year letterman and started at defensive end his senior season. David was known as the smallest starting defensive end in Division I and probably still holds that title today. David finished his football career as a Virginia Tech graduate assistant defensive end coach under Bill Dooley and supporting Terry Don Phillips-who is now the AD at Clemson University., David chose a career in banking after graduating from Virginia Tech and has 28 years of banking experience and was currently the Executive Vice President of Stellar One Bank managing the Commercial Division, Secondary Mortgage Division and Treasury Management Division for the Bank., He was a member of the Grove United Methodist Church; Graduate of Radford High School, Radford, Va., 1978; Graduate of Virginia Tech with a BS in General Business, 1979; member of the Virginia Tech Football team, 1974 to 1977; Executive Vice President, Regional Corporate Banking Executive West, at StellarOne Corporation; President of the Radford University Foundation, Inc., 2005 to present; member of the Board of Directors of the Radford University Foundation, Inc., 2003 to present; Chairman of the Board of the New River Valley Economic Development Alliance Board of Directors; Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Radford City Industrial Development Authority; member of the Board of Directors of the New River Community College Educational Foundation; member of Board of Directors of Radford Bridges project; member of the Radford University President's Advisory Council, formerly known as the Business Industry Council, 2000 to present; member of the Radford University Real Estate Foundation Board of Directors, 2004 to present; member of the RU Athletic Foundation Board of Directors, (2009 to present; member of the Radford University College of Business and Economics Advisory Council, 2009 to present; served on the Radford University Commission for the Future of Radford University, 2006 to 2007; served on the Radford University Building a Legacy Campaign Committee, 2000 to 2005; Former President and CEO of First National Bank in Christiansburg, Va., 2005; Former President of SunTrust Bank in Radford, Va.; Former President of Montgomery-Radford-Floyd United Way and Member of the Board of Directors; Former President and Member of the Radford Noon Rotary Club; Former President of the Lexington Rotary Club , 1988 to 1989; Former President of the Virginia Horse Center Equine Foundation; and Served as Finance Chairman of Grove United Methodist Church., The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, from 5 to 8 p.m. at DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford. A celebration of David's life will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Grove United Methodist Church, 1020 Tyler Ave., Radford with the Rev. Karen Lane officiating. Interment will follow in West View Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, the family would like to establish a memorial scholarship in David's memory at Virginia Tech. Contributions can be made to the Virginia Tech Office of University Development (0336) Blacksburg, Va. 24061. For questions or additional information, please contact 540-231-2801. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Radford, Va., 540-639-2422., Make a memorial contribution |
Deborah J. Morris, Debbie J. Morris, 48, of Stanardsville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 4, 2010 after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer., Debbie was born on August 25, 1961, in Nortonsville, Virginia, to the late Earl and Charlotte Morris., Debbie leaves to cherish her memory a son, James Wesley "Wes" Morris and his wife, Danielle Roberts, of Stanardsville; a daughter, Jamie Lynn Morris and her partner, Marcus Early, of Ruckersville; three sisters, Rose Morris, Della Morris and Denise Burgess, all of Stanardsville; two brothers, Roger Morris and his wife, Linda, of Waynesboro and Michael Morris of San Diego, California; six grandchildren, Austin, Tyler, Josiah, Keauna (whom Debbie helped raise), Brandon and Jashaun; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces., Debbie was employed at Skyline Restaurant of Ruckersville for many years where she had many co-workers and customers that she considered a second family. A special thank you to Perry, Nina, George and Effie Geros for their support during Debbie's illness. To Debbie's co-workers Christy, Shannon, Cheri, Alfredo, Rafael, Marilu and Cindy. thank you for all your support and laughter during her trying times. Debbie truly loved her job and her customers., Debbie cherished her closet friends (although not limited to the following) Tina McCann, Sherri Eubanks, Mary Potter, Billie Moon, Lupe Mosqueda ("Good morning Lupe"), Joyce Shoopman, Joyce Burgess, Russell Dinkle and Barbara Herndon., Debbie should be remembered as a very simple woman who loved God, angels, her family, work and travelling. She would always say that God and family came first., Debbie asked that a very special thank you be extended to Dr. Amir Jazaeri and his staff (especially Paula and Mary) at the Oncology Department of the University of Virginia Medical Center and the Hospice of the Piedmont for the great care she received during her four year battle with cancer., Thanks to all the friends who came to visit, brought food and gave monetary gifts during Debbie's time of need. You all had a very special place in Debbie's heart., The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville, Virginia., A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, January 9, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home with Kathy Atkinson of Narrows, Virginia officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Following the interment, friends and family will gather at Shepherd of the Hills Catholic Church on Amicus Road from 5 until 8 p.m. to celebrate Debbie's life., Pallbearers for the service will be Debbie's brothers, Roger Morris and Michael Morris, Debbie's nephew, T.J. Eubanks, Debbie's boss and friend, George Geros, and friends, Evan Rogers and Vernon Hawkins., Donations may be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, Virginia 22911 or the charity of one's choice or to Debbie's memorial fund through her sister, Denise Burgess, 44 Holmes Run Place, Stanardsville, Virginia 22973., Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010, in the chapel at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Roanoke, Va., with her brother-in-law, the Reverend Eugene Pennington officiating. The family would like to thank all those who helped care for Mrs. Dillon. Special thanks to Dr. Christy Arthur, Dr. David Hartman, and the wonderful people of Good Samaritan Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Good Samaritan Hospice. Online condolences may be made to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Donald William "Foxie" Ferguson LEBANON, Va. The funeral service for Donald William "Foxie" Ferguson will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Ministers Adam Horn and Johnny Farmer officiating. Burial will follow in the Ferguson Family Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kevin Hicks, Dealo Marshall, James Musick, James Tuggle, David Ferguson, David Franklin, Albert Fields, and Cody Francisco. Donald William "Foxie" Ferguson, 52, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, at his home. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, VA 24266, (276)889-4444 is serving the family of Mr. Ferguson. |
Doris was born in Affinity, W.Va., on Dec. 8, 1946, to John J. and Virgie L. Gray, and was predeceased by both parents., Doris is survived by her husband of 36 years, John; by her three brothers and one sister, Robert Gray and wife, Susan of Severna Park, Md., Linda G. Pegram and husband, Ron of Newport News, Jim Gray and wife, Lenora of Greensboro, N.C., and Ralph Gray and wife, Georgia of New Kent, Va.; nephew, Ronald Pegram and wife, Beth, and great-nieces, Brianna and Bethann, all of Poquoson; niece, Kristie Pegram and great-nephew, Kaleb, both of Newport News; niece, Vanessa Gray of Greensboro, N.C.; nephew, John Gray; and niece, Samantha Gray, both of New Kent, Va. She is also survived by the extended family of husband, John Engle., Doris attended Midway Elementary School and Sophia High School in West Virginia, then moved with her family to Newport News in 1961, where she graduated from Warwick High School in 1964. In 1993, she retired as a budget analyst from Fort Eustis after 25 years of service, and then from the City of Newport News in 2007., Doris enjoyed entertaining family and friends, cooking, reading, and keeping John busy with a never ending to-do list. She enjoyed weekend Pinochle games with John and their friends Norm and Teresa, and relished receiving their famous winner's dinners – menus selected by the winning couple and prepared and served in five-star fashion by the losing couple., Doris would like to thank her family doctor, Sarah Bushey, who she greatly respected and who felt like a member of her family. She also thanks all the "angels" who looked over her and assisted in getting her through the hospital stays and moved in until she and John could manage alone. Family angels include John, Jim, Lenora, and Beth, and dear friends Sue Hollenbeck, Leila Thomas, Brenda Heffington, Norm and Teresa Davis, and Harriett Rowe., A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson. Her request was to be cremated, with her ashes spread in the beautiful "tropical paradise" garden John created at their home., The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Heartland Hospice, 11835 Fishing Point Dr., Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Online condolences to |
AGNEW, Dorothy Latham, 78, of Burkeville, Va., passed away Monday, January 4, 2010. She was the widow of William Thomas "Bill" Agnew and the daughter of the late, Dr. George Henry Latham II and Beulah Pollock Latham. Dorothy is survived by her four children, Betty Agnew Bell and husband, Dr. Hunter Bell, of Manassas, Helen Agnew Willis and husband, Buck Willis, of Chesterfield, Dr. William Thomas "Tom" Agnew and wife, Lee Agnew, of Broken Arrow, Okla., and Robert Maurice "Bob" Agnew and wife, Helena Agnew, of Chesterfield; 11 grandchildren, two great-granddaughters, 13 nieces and nephews; and a brother, George Henry Latham of Richmond. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, James Perkins Agnew of Burkeville; and sister-in-law, Helen Agnew Koonce of High Point, N.C. Dorothy attended Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. and Medical College of Virginia Nursing School and retired from the Nottoway Co. Department of Social Services. She played the organ for over 50 years in many area churches, most recently in St. Luke's Episcopal Church, where she was a member. Dorothy was active in many organizations including the Three Arts Club and was a past president of the Blackstone Garden Club. She was a gracious lady who took great joy in all aspects of life. She loved her family, friends, church, traveling, flowers and her many pets. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the Joseph McMillian Funeral Home, 1826 Cox Rd., (Bus. Hwy. 460), near Blackstone. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, January 8, 2010 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, followed by a reception in the parish hall. Interment in Sunset Hill Cemetery, Burkeville, Va. Memorial donations may be made to St. Luke's Episcopal Church, S. Main St. and Church St., P.O. Box 36, Blackstone, Va. 23824, or to the American Cancer Society , Glen Allen Chapter, 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Registry and condolences at www.McMillianFuneralHome.com |
PAIGE - Dorothy Mom, you will live forever in our hearts. We miss you. Happy Birthday. Love, Wendy, Marilyn, Linda & Family |
will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, in The Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dwayne Martin and Pastor John Early officiating. Entombment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg. The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses of the Montgomery Regional Hospital I.C.U. department. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, . The Duff family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612., Make a memorial contribution |
Morris Preston Dunbar, 77, of Rocky Mount, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Arrangements by Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-5533., Make a memorial contribution |
3 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd., Make a memorial contribution |
Paul A. Dunn III, 71, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Monday, January 4, 2010. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
. Interment will be held at a later date in Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, California. Arrangements by Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909., Make a memorial contribution |
ALLEN, Elsie Virginia, departed this life December 31, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dayton and Nellie Allen. She is survived by a sister, Patricia A. Mines (John); three brothers, Dayton L. Allen (Patricia), Vernon W. Allen and Wallace B. Allen; a devoted aunt, Elsie B. Coleman; two nieces, Nicole Conyers and Simone D. Allen of Macon, Ga.; and numerous cousins, including Raymond Gaines. Memorial service 2 p.m., Thursday, January 7, 2010 in the March Funeral Home Chapel, 2110 East Laburnum Ave. Entombment private. |
Edith was a longtime employee with Canon and Avon. She attended Huntington High School in Newport News, Va., Left to cherish her memories are her children, Timothy, Tracie, Tremayne, and Torrey Mitchell; her mother, Eunice Adkinson; five sisters, Carol (Wilbert) Askew, Mary Hicks, Bertha (Melvin) Whitaker, Michelle Adkinson, Catrina Harvey; two brothers, Robert (Pia) and Lamont Adkinson; and four grandchildren, Theodore, Trinity, Torrey and Alexis. She also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. |
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, From whence cometh my help? My help cometh from the Lord, Which made heaven and earth., Blanche F. Reynolds Edwards, 90, of Salem, Va., passed away on Monday, January 4, 2010. She was born on December 12, 1919, in Roanoke, Va., and was the daughter of the late Charles and Lula Stanley Francisco., She was a former member of Mason's Cove Church of the Brethren and attended New Creation Ministries. She was a retired nurse's aide from Catawba Hospital., In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Homer C. Reynolds; and her second husband, Robert C. Edwards; a stepson, Homer C. Reynolds Jr.; brothers, Charles (Jr.), Clayton, and Ted Francisco; and sisters, Beaulah Campbell and Eva Meador., She is survived by her daughter, Patsy Obenchain and husband, Jerry; three granddaughters, Renee Robertson and husband, Russell, Lisa Casey and DJ, and Rhonda Armitage and husband, Chuck; six greatgrandchildren, Branden Robertson, Allen Casey, Brittany Robertson, Ryan Armitage, Cameron Janney, and Tyler Casey; brother, Jerry Francisco and wife, Maxine; two sisters, Eula Simmons and Lottie Reynolds; step granddaughter, Debbie Gillispie and family; stepdaughters, Dean Williamson and husband, Homer and family, and Betty Geiger and family; sistersin-law, Hazel Francisco, Eleanor Francisco, and Geneva Francisco; and numerous nieces and nephews., The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of 2E and 2W at Richfield Recovery and Care Center for their support and compassion during this time. They would also like to thank the many family and friends who came to sit with Blanche during the past few weeks for their support., will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, in the chapel of John M. Oakey & Son with the Rev. Chris Kingery and the Rev. Shawn Tanner officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
SUMTER, S.C. - Erich Matthew Wedding, age 31, and beloved husband of Heather Ross Wedding, became one of God's angels at his home on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009, following a three year courageous fight against colon cancer., Born on May 9, 1978, in Morehead City, N.C., he was the beloved son of Paul Jay Wedding and Colleen Hall Wedding of Yorktown, Va. Erich graduated in 1996 from Tabb High School in Yorktown. He served 13 years active duty in the United States Air Force, where his final duty station was at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, achieving the rank of T/SGT. Erich was the recipient of the USAF Achievement Award, USAF Commendation Award. For two years he served on the USAF Honor Guard and received the PACAF CSS Team Excellence Award, and the National Defense Medal. Erich was a pack committee member of the Cub Scout Pack #1605 in Lajesfield, Azores, Portugal, where he received an Appreciation Award., In addition to his wife and parents, he leaves behind to cherish his memory a stepdaughter, Kelci Ross; a sister, Elise Lemay of Corpus Christi, Texas; a brother, Adam Wedding of Hampton, Va.; five aunts; eight uncles; a niece; a nephew; four brothers-in-law; in-laws, Thomas and Liese Ross, and Tom and Dianna Elliott; maternal grandmother, Marian M. Hall; maternal grandfather, William K. Hall; numerous close friends and Air Force family members., He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Mary E. Wedding., A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009, at the Shaw Air Force Base Chapel. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Fort Jackson National Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Colon Cancer Alliance, in memory of Erich M. Wedding., The family has chosen Bullock Funeral Home to handle the arrangements., Erich will be sadly missed and never forgotten. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
HARRIS, Mrs. Ethel Bugg, 91, of Chase City, died January 5, 2010. She was a retired employee of Leggett Department Store in Chase City and a longtime member of Centenary United Methodist Church. She was the widow of Oscar Leo Harris; and is survived by her brothers, Pickett Bugg of Hampton, Whitney Bugg and wife, Nora, of Chase City, Sam Bugg and wife, Helen, of Clarksville; 11 nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Wood Funeral Service, with the Rev. Jeffery Clemens officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Centenary United Methodist Church, 305 N. Marshall St., Chase City, Va. 23924. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralservice.com. Wood Funeral Service, Chase City, is serving the family. |
LAMM, Eugene "Joe," 69, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2010. He worked for AAA for over 20 years and was preceded in death by a son, Nathan Scott Lamm. Surviving are his son, Lewis Eugene Lamm and his wife, Cindy; three grandchildren, Joshua, Lydia and Aislinn Lamm; great-grandchild, Nathan Lamm; and fiancee, Josephine Bowles. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. Interment in Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bon Secours Hospice. |
2 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2010, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home Chapel, Buena Vista, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
AJOOTIAN, Frederick Haig, 85, of White Stone, died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Marguerite Callahan Ajootian; two daughters, Aileen Ajootian of Oxford, Mississippi and Caroline Stein of Philomath, Oregon; three grandchildren and one great-grandson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, January 11, at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church, Kilmarnock. Interment will be held in the church cemetery. Friends may call 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Currie Funeral Home, Kilmarnock. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. |
s at noon on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at First Church of the Nazarene. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Make a memorial contribution |
Gary Ray Rosenbaum The burial for Gary Ray Rosenbaum will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Susong Cemetery, with a procession leaving the funeral home at 1:40 p.m. Pallbearers will be Dylan Marshall, Douglass Chapman, Gary Call, Curtis Cross, Chuck Rosenbaum, Eddie Hayden, Denny Hayden and Willie Rosenbaum. Honorary pallbearers will be all the employees of Modern Fordge of Tennessee, Dr. Howard Loveless, Dr. Fincher, Trina Faley, Dr. Suzanne Patton and Dr. Andrew Brockmyre. Gary Ray Rosenbaum, age 58, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. Gary had fought a courageous battle with cancer for the past 17 months. Online condolences may be registered at, Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
George Dean Phipps MARION , Va. George Dean Phipps, age 59, passed away on Jan. 3 , 2010, in Missouri. Survivors and funeral arrangments are incomplete and will be announced later by Bradley's Funeral Home. |
OSBORNE - In loving memory of our mother, Gerry Osborne. Two years ago today you took your walk in the garden. You are no longer here with us, however, your love, warmth and jokes live on in our hearts. We love you and miss you dearly. Love, Your Children & Grandchildren |
will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at the Norris Funeral Services Chapel, Martinsville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
NEWPORT NEWS - Gola Davis, mother of Laura Ann Davis, Aravia D. Johnson and Felecia D. Jones, passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009. Arrangements by Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
11 a.m. Thursday, Mt. Olivet Memorial Park. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution |
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Elaine Marie Sidney., She is survived by her husband, Barry Sidney; her children, Christopher Sidney, Melora Cmelo, Valeri Tompkins, Duane Sidney, Morgan Sidney and his wife, Lisa, and Audrey Hermoso Sanchez; 16 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild., The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Olive Branch United Methodist Church, by the Rev. Rita Staul. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Following the service the family will be at the home of Morgan and Lisa Sidney., Memorial donations may be made to Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 1417, Gloucester, VA 23061 |
Dorothy Hancock Hale, 81, of Roanoke, Va., died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Arrangements by Flora Funeral and Cremation Service, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835., Make a memorial contribution |
Mr. Harvey retired from Newport News Shipbuilding as a sheet metal worker with over 40 years of service. While serving in the U.S. Army Air Force, he earned the Good Conduct Medal;, American Theater Ribbon; WW II Victory Ribbon; and the Army Air Force Crew Member Badge. He was a Southern Baptist and member and deacon at West Hampton Baptist Church., He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mary Tucker Harvey., Survivors include his son, Herbert D. Harvey Jr. and his wife, Susan of Suffolk; sisters, Roselle Mays of Newport News, Tessie Mays of Amherst, Va., Marjorie Jessee of Lebanon, Va., and Frances Reynolds, also of Newport News; three grandchildren, Jennifer Harvey Varnum and her husband, Craig E. Varnum of Huntersville, N.C., Kimberly A. Harvey of Cary, N.C., and Amanda L. Harvey of Suffolk; two great-grandchildren, Madilyn A. Varnum and Maxton W. Varnum, both of Huntersville, N.C., The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, at Peninsula Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Davis and Dr. Danny Owens, officiating. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park., , 11835 Canon Blvd., Ste A-102, Newport News, VA 23606 or West Hampton Baptist Church, 631 Aberdeen Road, Hampton, VA 23661. |
A funeral service for Mr. Herman Grandison Jr. will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Jeffrey L. Reaves, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Peter R. Jeffery, pastor of First Baptist Church (West Petersburg), Petersburg, Va., eulogist. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park., A service of love and remembrance will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, from 6 until 8 at the First Baptist Church, West Petersburg, 25720 Greensville Ave., where the family will receive relatives and friends., Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 10:30 a.m. at the church., The family will assemble 10 a.m. at 21104 Warrior Drive, Ettrick, the day of the services and may be contacted by calling (804) 590-9615., Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Grandison online at, where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010, at McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home, Hot Springs, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
CUFFEE In memory of James P. Cuffee who passed away January 6, 2009. Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure. Loving you always, forgetting you never. Love, The Family |
ALLEN - In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Julia R. Allen, who passed January 5, 2008. A heart so wonderfully kind, sweetly tender, fond and true. There is not a day, dear Mother, that we do not think of you. Daughters: Jean A. Greene, Joyce A. Morrow Grandchildren: Juanne V. Greene, Benjamin H. Morrow and Great-grandchildren. |
Jackie Allen Neal Jr. BRISTOL, Tenn. Jackie Allen Neal Jr., age 63, passed away Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, at his home. He was born Feb. 1, 1946, in Bristol Tennessee, a son of the late Jackie William Neal Sr. and Dollie Zonie Rosenbalm Neal. He was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and a former employee of Davis Pipe and Aurora Casket Co. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Lettie Smith and Margie Hudson; and brother, Larry Neal. Survivors include: wife, Eileen Montgomery Neal; daughter, Teresa Beach and husband Todd; granddaughters, Emily and Makena; sister, Brenda Mullins and husband Don; brothers, Freddie Neal and wife Darla, Terry Neal; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob King officiating. The burial will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Royston, Marvin Bishop, Howard Strouth, Jim Lewis and Roy Neal. The family will receive friends from 6-7:45 p.m. prior to the service. Online condolences may be registered at, Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home. |
. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 356, Hillsville, Va. 24343., Make a memorial contribution |
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WILLIAMSBURG - James Richard Oliver, 68, of Palm Bay, Fla., passed away on Dec. 26, 2009. He was born in Coke, Va., and lived on the Peninsula and in Williamsburg before relocating to Florida., He is survived by his wife, Gail Oliver; two stepdaughters and a stepson of Florida. Locally, he is survived by his mother, Virginia Oliver; a sister, Betty Rogers Smith and husband, Lanny; a brother, Terry Oliver; and niece, Karen Foraker and husband, Carl; great-nieces, Kathryn and Olivia; and great-nephews, Samuel and Preston; and many other relatives and friends., He was employed as a Project Engineer by Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. |
James "Jim' Lawrence Tester JOHNSON CITY, Tenn . James "Jim" Lawrence Tester, 79, of 115 Bowers St., died Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, at his residence. Mr. Tester was a native of Johnson County, Tenn., and had lived in Johnson City most of his life. He was a son of the late J.S. and Fronia Tester. Mr. Tester was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of the Sinking Creek Baptist Church, the Watauga Lodge 622 F and AM, and a Scottish Rite Jericho Shriner. Mr. Tester was retired from Tennessee Eastman as a control operator. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Louise Sawyer Tester in 2004; and by two sisters, Marie Dugger and Beatrice Watson. Survivors include a daughter, Anita and her husband Keith Cook of Jonesborough; a niece, Clara Saylor of Bluff City; grandchildren, Marcus Johnson, Cameron Cook, Caitlin Cook, all of Jonesborough, Whitney Rose of Wartburg, Tenn., and Misty Harrison of Bessimer City, N.C.; special friends, Genevieve Hopper and Ginger Baker of Bristol Tennessee; several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for James "Jim" Lawrence Tester will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, in the Morris-Baker North Chapel. Rev. Reece Harris will officiate. A Masonic service will be conducted following the funeral service. A service of entombment will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, in the Mausoleum of Peace at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Everyone will meet at the mausoleum at 10:55 a.m. Thursday. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Bennett, Mark Harris, Roy Patterson, Garnett Day, Paul Darnell, Vance Murray, Dennis Coffey, Vernon Saylor, Chip Harrison, Jerry Barnett and Brown Pergoy. Military honors will be accorded at the cemetery by the Boone Dam VFW Post 4933 of Kingsport. The family will receive friends at Morris-Baker from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday prior to the service. Memorial gifts may be sent to the Sinking Creek Baptist Church, 2313 Elizabethton Highway, Johnson City, TN 37601. Online condolences may be sent to the Tester family via, These arrangements are by the Morris-Baker Funeral Home, 2001 Oakland Ave., Johnson City, 423-282-1521 |
DUNNELLON, FLA. - Jeffrey L. Patton, age 46, of Dunnellon, died Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009 at Sylvia's House, under the care of Hospice of Marion County. |
Jerry Clayton Heath, 75, of Prince George, died on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010. Born on Dec. 30, 1934, in Richmond, Va., he was the son of the late Willard and Hilma Heath. Jerry served his country in the U.S. Army and retired after 30 years of service from C&P Telephone Company of Virginia. He was a "mall walker" at Southpark Mall. Jerry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Theresa A. Heath; son, Clay Heath and his wife, Kathy; brothers-in-law, Phil Diacont, who was a primary caregiver of Jerry's, and Danny Ray Diacont and his wife, Triena., The family will receive friends at the Petersburg chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 South Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at |
HEATH, Jerry Clayton, 75, of Prince George, died on Monday, January 4, 2010. Born on December 30, 1934 in Richmond, Va., he was the son of the late Willard and Hilma Heath. Jerry served his country in the U.S. Army and retired after 30 years of service from C&P Telephone Company of Virginia. He was a "mall walker" at Southpark Mall. Jerry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Theresa A. Heath; son, Clay Heath and his wife, Kathy; brothers-in-law, Phil Diacont, who was a primary caregiver of Jerry's, and Danny Ray Diacont and his wife, Triena. The family will receive friends at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service Thursday, January 7, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Southlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 South Crater Rd., Petersburg, Va. 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
In loving memory of LUCAS, Jessie C. Rhone One year ago today God looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful now because he always takes the best. We love and miss you. ~The Lucas Family |
KESSLER, John A., 72, of Kilmarnock, Va., passed away on Monday, January 4, 2010. He retired from sales and marketing from 3M Company after 33 years. He was preceded in death by his son, Rodney Downing Kessler. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Catherine Stoneham Kessler; sons, Michael John Kessler, Stephan Kessler and wife, Brigitte, James Todd Kessler and wife, Susan, and Kenneth Allan Kessler and wife, Carol; sisters, Nicole May, Trina Donley and Carolyn Loughridge; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Friday, January 8, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Faulkner Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 14476 Northumberland Hwy., Burgess, Va. 22432. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Bethel United Methodist Church in Lively, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kilmarnock Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 333, Kilmarnock, Va. 22482, Family Maternity Center of the Northern Neck, P.O. Box 1866, Kilmarnock, Va. 22482, or the Alzheimer's Association at Alz.org. Online remembrances may be made at faulknerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
John is survived by his sons, John Franklin and wife, Nancy of Severna Park, Md.; Paul Benton and his wife, Carol of Pasadena, Md.; and his daughter, Jane Elizabeth and her husband, Tim of Waverly, Iowa; and his sister, Rose Wescott of Yorktown, Va. He was loved by his 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great-grandchildren., He is preceded in death by his wife, Lillian; and his son, Eugene., John was a dedicated husband to Lillian, father to his children, and to his faith in God. |
Funeral services for Johnny Davis, 20511 Laurel Road, Ettrick, who died on Monday afternoon, Jan. 4, 2010, will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, from the First Baptist Church, Harrison Street, Petersburg; Dr. Jeremiah Tillman officiating. Interment will be in Southlawn Cemetery, Prince George., Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
will be held 1 to 3 p.m., January 9, 2010, at Serenity Funeral Home Chapel of Roanoke on Gilmer Ave., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, from Lynch Conner-Bowman Funeral Chapel, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-5533., Make a memorial contribution |
Joseph "Joe" Andrew Armstead, died on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at MCV Hospital. He was eight years old., Joseph was born April 9, 2001, in Chesterfield, Virginia. His parents are Kristina O. and Clifton Lee Armstead Jr. of Midlothian., In addition to his parents, Joseph is survived by his older brother, Clifton "Tripp" Lee Armstead III; his paternal great-grandmothers, Magdalene Armstead of Richmond, and Elizabeth Reynolds of Midlothian; his maternal grandparents, Ellen J. Otto and Robert J. Otto, both of Orange, Virginia; his paternal grandparents, Gloria Jean and Clifton Lee Armstead Sr. of Midlothian; his three aunts, Kirsten Otto Samuels and her husband, Charles, of Rapidan, Virginia, Sharonda Lewis and her husband, Donnie, of Midlothian, and Zoe Otto of Mount Crawford, Virginia; three uncles, Andrew H. Otto of Orange, and Seamus and Finn Otto, both of Mount Crawford; three cousins, Corinn and Koron Lewis of Midlothian, and Charlotte G. Samuels of Rapidan; two very special childhood friends, Steven and Zach Newsome of Midlothian; a whole host of other uncles, aunts, cousins and family friends too numerous to mention; and his favorite dog, Casey., Joseph was a third grade student at J.B. Watkins Elementary School, in Mrs. Behnke's class. He loved school, his teachers and all of his school friends, especially Logan Georgel. Joseph played flag football and always watched the Dallas Cowboys with his dad and brother. He loved going to the beach every summer and was an accomplished boogie-boarder. When he wasn't running, playing and having lots of fun, Joseph loved to snuggle up for a little quiet time with his mama. Joseph had a wonderful sense of humor, a beautiful smile, and a wise, old soul. He was creative and inquisitive, thoughtful and kind, full of spunk and mischief. Joseph's loving heart and amazing generosity of spirit was demonstrated by his wish to donate his organs. Joseph was loved dearly by his family and friends and his loss will be felt for a very long time., The family will receive friends at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, Midlothian, 804-794-1000, from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010, followed by a Prayer Service starting at 7 p.m., A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Church of the Epiphany, 11000 Smoketree Drive, Richmond. |
PAYNE, Joyce Ann Allen, departed this life Wednesday, December 30, 2009. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Curtis W. Payne. She is survived her two sons, Curtis W. Payne Jr. and Barry C. Payne; sister, Almeda Crossin; grandchildren, Lakisha Payne, Micah Payne, Ronnie Payne, Shomari Payne, Camille Payne, Ali Payne; and his mother, Cynthia Payne; great-grandchildren, Avery and Jaelyn; devoted nieces, Betty Ann Pinkston and Page Hawk; a host of other nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Remains Rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where funeral services will be conducted on Thursday at 12 noon. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
s will be conducted 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
JONES, Judith Anne, of Mechanicsville, departed this life at age 66, in the early morning of January 4, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Roy Donald Jones; and her twin children, Dawn Michelle Jones and David Michael Jones, both of Richmond. Judy was born in Baltimore, the only child of Mr. Otto and Mrs. Jessie Dare Reynolds. After graduating from Williamston High School, she moved to Richmond to work in advertising at Richmond Newspapers, where she met the man who would be her devoted and loving husband for 44 years; they married at First Baptist Church in May 1965. They enjoyed many happy travels together in their early marriage, visiting Hawaii, Mexico and even far-off Tahiti. Judy was later employed at Hunton & Williams, but when she became a mother she devoted her life to raising her beloved children. Her funeral service will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, January 7, at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. For memorial contributions, the family suggests The Mental Health Association of Virginia, www.mhav.org. |
Maria Alataris Kappas, 92, of Blacksburg, Va., died on Monday, January 4, 2010. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Karlon John Daul, 77, of Mathews, Va., departed this life on Dec. 24, 2009, at his residence. Born in Freedom, Wis., he was a long-time resident of Colonial Heights, Va. He was the owner of Daul House Furniture/Dauls Wayside Furniture. He also served 13 years in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Kenneth, and sister Sherri., He is survived by wife, Brenda; mother, Evelyn Daul; children, John C. Daul of Bowie, Md., and Karla D. Ramsey (Gary) of Matoaca, Va.; four grandchildren, Justin, Jessica, Chad, and Cory; three brothers, Larry, Tony, Jim; and five sisters, Terri, Marg, Carole, Mary, and Bonnie; and several nieces and nephews., A service of love and remembrance will be held at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at The Fathers House Church, 5701 South Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va., with Pastor Michael Craft officiating. |
She was a native of Nansemond County and daughter to the late Charline and Levy P. Newsome Sr., She was educated in Nansemond County Public Schools. Later she met and married Spincil L. Goodwin and God blessed them with seven children., She was a member of the Prayer Mission Baptist Church in Smithfield, Va., where her husband, Prophet Spincil L. Goodwin is the Pastor. She was the First Lady for 28 years, served as the President of the Mass Choir, and was a Missionary. She sometimes served as the church musician., She leaves to cherish her memory, her devoted husband, Prophet Spincil L. Goodwin; three daughters, Katherine Pope (Ray) of Franklin, Va.; Nancy Hayes (Jeffrey) of Carrollton, Va., and Darlene Scott (George) of Smithfield, Va.; four sons, Andrew Newsome of Smithfield, Va., Spencer Newsome (Tinisia) of Suffolk, Gilbert Newsome (Charlotte) of Smithfield and Tracy Newsome (LaBonnie) of Hampton; one sister, Isabel Newsome of Carrollton; two brothers, Levy Newsome Jr. (Elaine) of Smithfield and James Williams (Diane) of Chesapeake; 14 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; five sisters-in-law; five aunts; two uncles; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends., A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at Mt. Lebanon C.O.G.I.C officiated by the Rev. Ronald Goodwin and Pastor Larry Gray, Eulogist. Interment will be in Christian Home Cemetery in Windsor, Va. Crocker Funeral Home, Inc., is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be extended to the family at |
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Kenneth H. Williams BRISTOL, Va. Kenneth H. Williams, age 83, of 185 Elbert Way, went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. Arrangments are incomplete. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Williams. |
s will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at John M. Oakey and Son, Salem, Va., 540-389-5441., Make a memorial contribution |
Lakeem Raheem Maxwell was born Dec. 29, 1990. He was the son of Brian Craig Mayfield and Gwendolyn Maxwell Mayfield of Waverly., Lakeem, affectionately known as "Keem" was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Fred and Edna Maxwell, paternal grandfather, Robert W. Mayfield; aunts, Cathy McNabb, Pearline Mayfield; and uncle, Wallace Mayfield., Keem was employed at McDonald's in Waverly and also a former employee of Virginia Diner of Wakefield, Va. He was a 2009 graduate of Sussex Central High School. Keem was aspiring to become a member of the United States Armed Forces., He leaves to cherish his memories four brothers, Lavar Maxwell of Norfolk, Va., Latrone Maxwell of Waverly, Va., Brian Robertson of Hopewell, Va., Jacoby Robertson of Petersburg, Va.; one sister, Alisha Robertson of Petersburg; grandmother, Betty K. Mayfield of Petersburg, Va.; two nephews, Lavar Maxwell Jr., and Jamal Robertson; one niece, Aniya Robertson; five aunts, four uncles, and a host of devoted cousins and friends., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Wakefield. Interment will be in Waverly Cemetery. Viewing and visitation, 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. |
On Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, our hearts were saddened by the passing of beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. Lakeem Raheem Maxwell was born Dec. 29, 1990. He was the son of Brian Craig Mayfield and Gwendolyn Maxwell Mayfield of Waverly. Lakeem, affectionately known as "Keem" was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Fred and Edna Maxwell, paternal grandfather, Robert W. Mayfield, aunts, Cathy McNabb, Pearline Mayfield, and Uncle Wallace Mayfield., Keem was employed at McDonald's in Waverly and also a former employee of Virginia Diner of Wakefield, Va. He was a 2009 graduate of Sussex Central High School. Keem was aspiring to become a member of the United States armed forces., He leaves to cherish his memories: four brothers, Lavar Maxwell of Norfolk, Va., Latrone Maxwell of Waverly, Va., Brian Robertson of Hopewell, Va., Jacoby Robertson of Petersburg, Va; one sister, Alisha Robertson of Petersburg; grandmother, Betty K. Mayfield of Petersburg, Va.; two nephews, Lavar Maxwell Jr., and Jamal Robertson; one niece, Aniya Robertson; five aunts, four uncles, and a host of devoted cousins and friends., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Wakefield. Interment will be in Waverly Cemetery. Viewing and visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church., Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby & Valanti R. Lambert, directors, 757-357-4742. |
Mr. Larry Eppes entered into eternal rest on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010., He leaves to cherish his memories a loving wife of 51 years, Sadie M. Eppes; his mother-in-law, Mollie Boothe; four daughters, Shirl, Ettora (James), Orpodella and Larretta., He also leaves to cherish his memory two brothers, Leroy and Lawrence Eppes; one sister, Betty Garrison; a devoted niece, Terry Eppes; a devoted sister-in-law, Ernestine (Charles) Geter, Juanita (Spencer) Dickens, Dorothy (Gene) Riley; brother-in-law, Herman Boothe; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends., Services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Calvary Temple, 110 N. Dunlop St., Petersburg; Apostle Wesley Taylor officiating. Interment will be in Southlawn Cemetery, Prince George. The remains will lie in repose at the church on Thursday from 9:45 a.m. until the hour of service. Relatives and friends will assemble at the residence, 419 Elm St., Petersburg, at 10 a.m., Services under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director. |
Larry C. Stitt BLUFF CITY, Tenn. Larry C. Stitt, age 59, of 685 Weaver Branch Road, passed away Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, at JCMC Hospital. He was born in Bristol Tennessee to the late Cecil and Sarah Stafford Stitt. He was a retired employee of Sprint and the owner of Bluff City Diner. Survivors include his wife, Kristi Stitt of the home; two daughters, Tracie Huffman and husband Eddie of Watauga, Tenn., and Sara Fitzgerald and husband Russ of Salem, Va.; one granddaughter, Emma Grace Fitzgerald; two stepchildren, Ashley Carrier and husband Nathan of Piney Flats and A.J. Perry of Bluff City; two sisters, Carolyn Hurley and husband Doug of Gray, Tenn., and Denise Lady and husband Steve of Bluff City; two nieces, MaKenzee and MaKayla Lady; and two nephews, Rodney Hurley and wife Linda of Stanford, Fla., and Anthony Hurley of Johnson City; and great-nieces and great-nephews. Larry also leaves behind many special friends. The funeral service will be conducted at 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 7, 2009, at Tetrick Funeral Home Bluff City Chapel with Rev. Frank Osborne and Rev. Mike Sproles officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 7 p.m. Thursday prior to the service in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home and anytime at the residence. A private burial will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent electronically by visiting, and signing the guestbook. Tetrick Funeral Home Bluff City Chapel is serving the family. 423-538-7131 |
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OKATIE, S.C. - Leah Hunt Kellogg, 75, of Okatie, S.C., and wife of Ray Kellogg passed away at her home on Dec. 31, 2009. Sauls Funeral Home of Bluffton, S.C., is assisting the family with their arrangements. ( |
Lena Mae Strong Ferguson BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Lena Mae Strong Ferguson, 75, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at her residence. Lena was born in Scott County, Va., and lived most of her life there before moving to Kingsport in 2007. She was retired from Eastman after over 35 years of service in the acid division. Lena was a member of Apostolic Lighthouse Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Ferguson; her parents, George W. Strong and Bessie Perkins Strong; her sisters, Mannie Lewis, Beatrice Strong and Alba Gibson; her brothers, Willard Strong and Marion Strong and an infant brother. She is survived by her son, David Strong and wife April of Blountville; four grandchildren, Donnie Pruitt, Shane Redman, Lydia Redman and Jessica Strong; three great- grandchildren; one sister, Ostia Barber, of Kingsport, Tenn.; two brothers, Elmer Strong and wife Kate of Bristol Virginia, and Frank Strong of Gate City, Va.; special friends, Tony and Brenda Salyer of Kingsport, and Heidi Grills of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews; and also a large church family. The family will receive friends from 5 -7 p.m. on Wednesday Jan. 6, 2010, at Scott County Funeral Home, 2060 U.S. Highway 23N, Weber City, VA. A service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Mike Vicars, Rev. Phil Christian and Rev. David Brown officiating. Music will be provided by the Christian Family and Kandice Barnett. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Sumpter, Alan Jones, Jerry Vicars, Jerry Carter and Dee Griffin. Memorial may be sent to Apostolic Lighthouse Church, 145 Shipp Springs Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting, Carter-Trent/Scott County Funeral Home is serving the Ferguson family. |
MARSHALL, Lillie Mae Curlee Bullock, 89, of Lynchburg, departed this life to be with her Lord on Monday, January 4, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Pete Marshall; daughters, Nancy Bullock Weiland of Lynchburg, Carolyn Bullock Harris of Powhatan; grandchildren, Laurie Quesenberry Weiland of Powhatan, John Weiland of Aliquippa, Pa., Frank Weiland of Daytona Beach, Fla., Natalie Weiland of Richmond; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Curlee Riley of Wicomico Church and Alice Curlee Lucas of Bedford. A celebration of Lillie Mae's life will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010 in Euclid Christian Church, Lynchburg. A reception will immediately follow in the church fellowship hall. The graveside service will follow the reception at 1:30 p.m. in Fort Hill Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Euclid Christian Church, 2220 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, Va. 24501. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg, (434) 239-2405, www.heritagefuneraland cremation.com. |
s will be conducted Thursday, December 7, 2010 at 1 p.m. in the Merrimac Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Rev. Jerry Sloss officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg., Make a memorial contribution |
In Loving Memory of Cynthia Ann LOGAN 1-06-1959 4-25-2003, "Happy Birthday" Mama, It's not a day that goes by, that I don't think of you., You are missed but not forgotten., Love you, Your daughterJackie, Make a memorial contribution |
1 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Cedar Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem., Make a memorial contribution |
Anna Scott Lucas, 16, of Roanoke, Va., peacefully passed away at home with her dogs and family at her side from this earthly life to Eternal life on Monday, January 4, 2010. She was a student at Roanoke Catholic School. Anna's feisty spirit kept a smile on her face and love in her heart despite a long and difficult battle with cancer for over five years. She endured two bone marrow transplants at Duke University Medical Center with relentless optimism. Anna's strength and perseverance was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She helped raise funds for the American Cancer Society by walking in the "Bark For Life" just four months ago., We would like to thank Duke University Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center for trying everything possible to save her life. The nurses and staff are the best and she loved everyone there. We also thank the Roanoke Catholic School community and our neighbors for their prayers and unending support., Anna was an avid reader, especially of topics on theology and spirituality. She loved the library. One of her poems is etched in stone in the "Reading Garden" at the Gainsboro Library in Roanoke., Anna always had a special place in her heart for animals. Her dogs, Emma and Chloe, kept her strong to the end., At Anna's request, final arrangements will be private. To honor her wishes, there will be a celebration of her life with family and friends at a later date., Anna was preceded in death by her grandmother, Martha Dillon Lucas. She is survived by her loving parents, Dr. Robert S. Lucas and Dea Lucas; brother, Dillon Lucas; paternal grandfather, Luke Lucas; maternal grandparents, Angelo and Corine Demos; aunts, Ann Styron, Kay Crocker, and Dr. Lana Latham; her uncles; many cousins, along with her special animal companions, Emma and Chloe., In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor and memory may be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24012., Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
ANDERSON - In loving memory of our dear aunt, Malinda Anderson, who passed away two years ago, January 6, 2008. Precious memories. With love, Dorothy, Richard & family |
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SURRY - Margaret Garrison Hamlin, 90, formerly of Surry, passed away on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, at her residence in The Hermitage Methodist Home in Richmond., Born on April 26, 1919, in Surry, she was the daughter of the late John Robert and Maggie Bennett Garrison. She was the widow of Charles Thomas Hamlin Jr. and a member of the Surry United Methodist Church., She is survived by her daughter, Virginia H. Woody and her husband, Art; a son, Charles Thomas Hamlin III; a grandson, Charles Alan Woody and his wife, Michelle and their two children Dillon and Noel and a granddaughter, Anna Woody. She is also survived by two nieces and two nephews., She was predeceased by a sister, Martha Pleasants; and a brother, Robert Garrison., A funeral service will be held at the Purviance Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Wakefield on Friday, January 8, 2010, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Ray Rowland officiating. Burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be posted at |
RENALDS, Marion Clarke, 79, of Richmond, passed away peacefully in her home Friday, December 18, 2009. Family will receive friends Saturday, January 9, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., and where a memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, we suggest a donation made in her honor to the Rosedale Civic Association Beautification Project, 1901 W. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va. 23227. |
will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Stanfield-Miller Funeral Home, Martinsville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
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PATTERSON - Mary R. Bolton Oct. 31, 1927 - Jan. 2, 2008 It's been two years since the angels took you away Sweetie, it seems like a lifetime to me. The ones we have held in our arms for a little while, we now hold in our hearts forever. Love and Miss You Sweetie, Buddy |
Mary Taylor Minor, 83, died peacefully after a long illness on Monday, December 28, 2009, at The Cedars in Charlottesville, Virginia., Mary was baptized on July 12, 1958, and was a member of the Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Gordonsville, Virginia. She retired from the Orange County Nursing Home in 1981, where she worked for many years as a nurse's assistant., She was born on April 26, 1926, the daughter of Ada Tate Brown and James Brown, Mary grew up in Gordonsville, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings, James, Kate, Frank and Adelphia "Dot"., She is survived by husband, William E. Minor; one brother, Fred Brown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and seven children, Michael Lewis, Steven Lewis, Glenda Hill, Karen Quarles, Darlene Morton, Selwyn Lewis Jr., and Cheryll Lewis, all residing in the Orange, Louisa, and Albemarle County areas. Her four step- children, Estelle , Sheila, Roland, and Michael Minor are also among her survivors and join her 19 grandchildren, 24 great- grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends who will miss her., A memorial service will be held in Gordonsville, Virginia, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, January 9, 2010, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses on Route 33 East., Memorial contributions may be made to the Staff of Unit 2 at The Cedars, 1242 Cedars Court, Charlottesville, VA 22093. We are ever so grateful for the care given to our mother by them. |
Daisy Mae Matthews, 81, of Daleville, Va., and formerly of Portsmouth, Va., passed away on Monday, January 4, 2010. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Snellings Funeral Home, 757-487-1395., Make a memorial contribution |
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He was born in St. Charles, Mo., on July 7, 1967. He moved to Florida as a teenager and met his wife, Bobbi in 1988, where they began their 22 year journey of growing together at Coral Springs Baptist Church. He moved his family to Virginia 11 years ago in 1998, where they became members of Newington Baptist Church. Michael was a very outgoing individual, who wanted everyone to smile and if you did not, he was sure to find a way to make you smile. He enjoyed being a big kid with his children and left them with many wonderful, funny memories., A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at Newington Baptist Church. Pastor Michael Gray will officiate the celebration. Following the celebration meal will be served downstairs in the Fellowship Hall., In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his memory to the Peninsula Cancer Institute at 7544 Medical Dr., Suite B. Gloucester, VA 23061 or Riverside Peninsula Cancer Center at 7544 Medical Dr., Suite A. Gloucester, VA 23061. |
A graveside service for Mr. Michael Smith will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Southlawn Memorial Park., Family and friends are asked to assemble 2:45 p.m. at the cemetery., Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, |
or visitation is scheduled. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 366-0707., Make a memorial contribution |
HOWLETT - In loving memory of our mother, Minnie Howlett, who departed on January 3, 2001; and our father, Robert Howlett, who departed on January 11, 1991. We love you dearly and miss you. Charlotte and Babebro |
James Preston Morgan, 60, of 2917 Mansfield St., NE Roanoke, Va., died Thursday, December 31, 2009 at the VA Medical Center, Salem, Va. Born on June 8, 1949, in Chatham, Va., he was the son of Herman L. Morgan and Ida L. Motley Gunn. Most of his life was lived in Danville, Va. He resided with his sister in Roanoke since 2003. James was well known as J.P. or Pete. He served in the United States Army with the 1st Infantry Division in Viet Nam. He was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Morgan. Other survivors include his stepmother, Celmer Morgan, of Gladys, Va.; one son, James T. Morgan of North Carolina; one stepdaughter, Sherry Taylor, of Danville, Va.; one sister, Judy K. Sutton, of Roanoke; one brother, Jonathan Martin of North Carolina; two grandsons, Alex and Jamison Morgan of North Carolina; one granddaughter, Hanna Tate of Danville, Va.; two nieces and two great-nieces; along with aunts and cousins in various locations. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Oakey's North Chapel, 6732 Peters Creek Rd., Roanoke, Va. His cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, you may make monetary donations for Ward 4J in his memory to: VA Medical Center of Salem, Voluntary Services, 1970 Roanoke Blvd., Salem, Va. 24153. A Celebration of James' life will be at his home of residence, Saturday, January 9 at 3 p.m., Make a memorial contribution |
Mrs. Dorothy B. Payne, 77, of Crozet, Virginia, passed into eternal rest at her home on Sunday, January 3, 2010., She was born to the late James M. and Beatrice E. Howard on June 29, 1932, in Albemarle County, Virginia., Mrs. Payne was preceded in death by her son, James E. Payne of Crozet, Virginia; two brothers, Charles F. Howard and James A. Howard; two brothers-in-law, Colonel Henry "Jack" Jackson, Robert "Henry" Payne., She is survived by her loving husband, Edward J. Payne; her daughter, Barbara A. Barber and her husband, Kenneth, of Waynesboro, Virginia; two loving sisters, Louise Jackson of Denmark, South Carolina, Charlotte Smith and her husband, Lloyd, of Charlottesville, Virginia; three sisters-in-law, Rosetta Howard of Willingboro, New Jersey, Margaret T. Howard of Charlottesville, Virginia, and Marjorie Rodriguez of Pacoima, California; three grandchildren, LaWanda L. Barber, Freda M. Tate and her husband, Donald Tate, and Jermaine J. Barber; four great-grandchildren, Jennifer L. Tate, Kenneth P. Tate, Daquan Barber, and Raquan Barber; a number of nieces and nephews; a host of other relatives and friends; and her devoted nurse, Beckie Swartz with Continuum., Mrs. Payne was a very loving and caring person in so many ways. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed., Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2010, at Piedmont Baptist Church in Yancey's Mill, Virginia, with the Reverend Loretta Waller Wyatt officiating., The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the services., J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
HARDING, Norman A. Jr., passed away peacefully January 5, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara B. Harding; daughter, Angela Harding-Pigg and husband, Jimmie Pigg, of Midlothian; son, Andy Harding and wife, Alison Harding, of Powhatan; grandchildren, Chance Harding, Trey Pigg, Bethany Harding, Jon Pigg and wife, Ashley Pigg, Dillon Harding, Summer Harding; mother, Laurice Sizer of Emporia; brother, C.P. and wife, Ann Harding, of Illinois; and sister-in-law, Wanda Harding of Virginia. He was preceded in death by father, Norman A. Harding Sr.; brother, Lynwood Harding; and sister, Donna Harding Long. Norman Harding graduated from Greensville High School in 1957. He then served four years in the United States Air Force. He further served his community in the Richmond Police Department for 27 years, beginning as a Patrol Officer and ending his career as Detective Sergeant of Homicide. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 8, 2010 at 4 p.m. at The Trinity Assembly of God, 233 North Courthouse Road, Richmond, Virginia 23236. A second memorial service will be held at Independence United Methodist Church, 4438 Independence Church Rd., Emporia, Virginia 23847, on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 2 p.m. |
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Olive M. Cartin, 88, of Hopewell, Va., passed away Monday, Jan. 4, 2010. Mrs. Cartin was born in Maryland and had been a long-time resident of the Hopewell area. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland Dean and Sadie Woodard Dean and a daughter, Cheryl M. Cartin., Mrs. Cartin is survived by her husband, George C. Cartin; a daughter, Georgina Williams and husband Dan; a son, George R. Cartin; four grandchildren, Daniel Williams, Michael Williams, George C. Cartin II and wife Liz, and Charles Cartin and wife, Jamie. A funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at 1 p.m. in the Hopewell chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Condolences may be registered with |
s will be held 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2010, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church, 7415 Buchanan St., Landover Hills, Md. 20784. The interment will be in Fort Lincoln Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Ascension Lutheran Church Music Department. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Make a memorial contribution |
Kathleen Pate, 86, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Arrangements by HamlarCurtis Funeral Home., Make a memorial contribution |
Pat Christensen, 80, died on Thursday, December 17, 2009, at The Laurels of Charlottesville, while recovering from a brief illness., She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, in May, 1929 to the late Whitney Gordon Leighty and Edna Coder Leighty. Her family moved to Dubuque, Iowa, where she was raised on the banks of the Mississippi River and started her lifetime love of the water., After she married, she moved to Skaneateles, New York, where she worked for the Skaneateles school system and was a charter member of the Skaneateles Ambulance Corp for 12 years. After her marriage ended, her beloved mother-in-law, Helen Christensen, offered help if Pat wanted to leave the snows of New York to move to Dallas, Texas, which she did in 1981., Years later, after the death of her mother-in-law and the failure of multiple savings and loan companies she worked for, she moved to Charlottesville, Virginia. She had fallen in love with Virginia when she visited from drab, winter ravished New York State at Easter and the gardens were in bloom and beautiful., Pat lived in Charlottesville since 1989, with both appearance and activity level defying her age. She spent hours at the Senior Center, MedFit, ACAC, and in local classes on an interesting variety of topics. Pat travelled at every opportunity, with trips ranging from international vacations to multiple visits to Williamsburg, Virginia, every year. Pat's true passion was being a volunteer at the University of Virginia Medical Center where she started in the Cancer Center in 1992, moved to the Hospice and Palliative Care Unit for nine years and then returned to her first love, the Cancer Center. She also served as an "actor" in the medical school's standardized patient program that helped train medical students., Pat is survived by her son, David Christensen and his wife, Barbara, of Pittsford, New York; a daughter, Linda Christensen of Arlington, Virginia; a sister, Jacqueline Feuerhelm and her husband, Duane, of Churchville, Virginia; niece and nephews, Jody L'Heureaux, Jeff Feuerhelm and Jon Feuerhelm and their families., Pat has been cremated and will be interred with her parents in Dubuque, Iowa., A memorial service will take place 2 p.m. Monday, January 18, 2010, at Teague Funeral Service, 2260 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, Virginia., Remembrances and condolences may be sent to PatChristensenRemembered@gmail.com., Memorial contributions may be made to the University of Virginia, Department of Volunteer Services, Box 80068, Charlottesville, VA 22908 to the attention of the Director or the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. |
George Dean Phipps, 59, of Marion, Va., passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2010. Arrangements by Bradley's Funeral Home, 276-783-1019., Make a memorial contribution |
GOODSON-ELLIS, Rhonda, age 53, of Richmond, Va., passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2010. She was proceeded in death by her mother, Bridget Goodson in 1980. Rhonda is survived by her son, Jordan Ellis of Richmond, Va.; her father, Dallas M. Goodson of Dayton, Ohio; her twin brother, Ronald Goodson of Phoinex, Ariz.; her younger brother, Michael Goodson of Brooklyn, N.Y. Rhonda is also survived by nieces Carrisa Goodson-Taute, Hannah Russell-Goodson, Chelsea Goodson and nephews, Taylor Goodson and Elliott Goodson. She is also survived by a host of friends including her boyfriend, Frank Walters of Richmond, Va. A memorial service will be held on Friday January 8 at 1 p.m. at Atlee Community Church, 7171 Verdi Lane Mechanicsville, Va., 804-730-3676. Pastor, Jeff Boggess. In lue of flowers we ask that a donation be made to the American Cancer Society or your local PBS station. |
NEWCOMB - Richard Allen 11/06/44 - 01/02/05 It's hard to believe it's been five years ago today. We lost such a great part of our lives. I lost my Dad and my hero. My heart has a void that can't be filled from missing you... but my memories are full of love. Thank you for giving me the greatest gift of life. (The Best Dad in the World) We all love and miss you more each day. Love, Candy Gale, Mike, Brandon, Michael, Bonkers & the entire Strickland & Newcomb Families |
Ramona L. Gordon ST. PAUL, Va. Ramona L. Gordon, 76, died Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at her home. She was born in Coeburn, Va., daughter of the late James and Helen Johnson Counts. She was preceded in death by one son, James C. Gordon; two sisters, Clara Mullins and Virginia Colyer; one brother, Bud Counts. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, L.C. Gordon; five daughters, Donna Collins and husband Michael of Staunton, Va., Barbara Holbrook and husband Jim of Dante, Va., Wanda Carter and husband Earl of St. Paul, Marisa Osborne and husband Bobby of Castlewood, Va., and Janet Johnson and husband Darrell of Castlewood; one son, David Gordon and wife Barbie of Castlewood; one sister, Kay Woods and husband Cecil of Abingdon, Va.; two brothers, Jim Counts and wife Jackie of Bristol Virginia, and Robert Counts of Cincinnati; 16 grandchildren; nine great- grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Ramona L. Gordon will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood, with Rev. Ted Phillips and Rev. Johnny Thompson officiating. Committal services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, in Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewoo. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home and go in procession to the cemetery leaving at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Pallbearers will be grandsons. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, in Castlewood Funeral Home, Castlewood. Online condolences may be sent to the Gordon family through our Web site at, Castlewood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. |
BROWN 4-17-53 - 01/01/03 In loving memory of Mr. Randy C. Brown who passed away seven years ago today. We love and miss you dearly. Your Loving family, Mrs. Hattie Brown, Rhonda, Vest, Barbara, Quran, Saniyah & Elyse. |
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He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Marie Morrison Turner-Disney and father, William Haden Turner., He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rose Louise Corra Turner and his daughter, Jenny L. Turner, both of Charleston, S.C., The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at Weymouth Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at Grace United Methodist Church by the Rev. Helen Casey-Rutland. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park, with military honors. |
JOHNSON, Richard T. "Dickie," 68, of Montpelier, went to be with Jesus on Monday, January 4, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Constance V. Johnson; his children, Walter Johnson (Vicki), George Johnson (Teresa), Gwen Beaver (Tim) and Cynthia Johnson; three sisters, Helen Sands, Ruthie Wilkins and Katy Stout; three brothers, John, Gary and Russell Johnson; seven grandchildren, Allison, Jamie and Brandon Johnson, Ryan and Rachel Beaver and Shawn and Austin Johnson. He was a member of Oak Grove Wesleyan Church where he had many brothers and sisters, and where the family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 6, from 4 to 8 p.m., and where services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 7, with burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Oak Grove Wesleyan Church Building Fund, 16360 Woodman Hall Rd., Montpelier, Va. 23192. |
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EDWARDS, Robert Happy Anniversary and New Year, my love and my angel. Love, Katrina |
Survivors include his wife, Mal Son Blackwell; three sons, Robert Joseph Blackwell, Michael Edward Blackwell, and James Anthony Blackwell; a stepson, Chong Hoo Kim; a stepdaughter, Su Chong Sullivan; his mother, Frances E. Patalive; his brother, William P. White; a sister, Kristine Evelyn De Barge; and five grandchildren, Nicole Catherine Blackwell, Jennifer Rene Blackwell, Madison Marie Blackwell, MacKenzie Patina Blackwell and Crystal K. Sullivan., The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, at W. J. Smith and Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., in the chapel with Eui Sin/Han officiating. Burial will follow at 1 p.m., with military honors, at Albert G. Horton Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk, Va., Please leave condolences at |
He retired from the Virginia ABC Board in 1991 after 37 years of service. He was a member of Chase City Baptist Church and a veteran of the Korean War. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather to his family who always came first., Bill is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Connie Fitz; a son, Corky and his wife, Cindi of Gloucester; a daughter, Lori and special son-in-law, Brian Rezmer of Seaford and a daughter, Becky of Grafton. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Jessica, Cory and Melissa Fitz and Cody Burbage; two great-grandchildren, Laila and Lilly; a niece, Sherry Mellick; two nephews, Mike and Devin Fitz; and two granddogs, Willie and Sunny., A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends following the service., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the York County Special Olympics, 5265 Rockingham Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23185; or to Family Focus, 118 Old York Hampton Highway, Yorktown, VA 23692. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
Roger Earl Hodge BRISTOL, Va. Roger Earl Hodge, age 61, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Weaver Funeral Home. |
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DIAMOND, Rozeal L., 91, of Henrico, Va., died January 5, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oswald Diamond. Surviving are two nephews, Reginald McGlone (Catherine) and Vernon McGlone (Antonel); other relatives and friends. She was a retired educator with the Richmond Public Schools. Funeral notice later. Arrangements by Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Blvd. |
Mrs. Lee was born in Portsmouth, the youngest of eight children of the late Rebecca and Harry Berlin. When she was eight, her mother died, and because of the size of the family, she was then raised by her oldest sibling, the late Minnie Hyman and her husband, Jake. She adored them both. She grew up in Norfolk, and graduated from Maury High School in 1938., Mrs. Lee resided on the Peninsula for most of her adult life, living for 50 years with her husband, the late Martin T. Lee, in their beloved home on Longwood Drive in the Riverside area of Newport News., Mr. and Mrs. Lee were among the founding members of Temple Sinai, the Peninsula's Reform Jewish congregation in 1955. She was active in the Temple's Sisterhood, and was also a member of the National Council of Jewish Women and Hadassah., Mrs. Lee was a longtime member of The Great Books Club, a group of women from the Riverside and Hidenwood areas of Newport News, who enjoy reading and discussing the literary classics. The club was established in 1970, and carries on to this day. Ruth and Martin were married for 62 years and they truly adored one another. They loved to dance, which they did into their eighties. They were both avid bridge players, and enjoyed playing whenever the opportunity presented itself., Mrs. Lee is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Richard H. Lee and Helene B. Lee of Midlothian, and James J. Lee and Doris P. Lee of Dallas, Texas. She had three grandchildren., The family would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mrs. Melvina Harris and her devoted staff at Beth Shalom Gardens for the loving care they provided and the respect they showed toward Mrs. Lee in her final days., A funeral is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at Temple Sinai, with interment to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk., Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. |
GLOUCESTER - Ruth W. Grimes, 88, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2010 at Mary Immaculate Hospital., Ruth was born June 12, 1921, in Ware Neck, Gloucester County, Va., to the late Benjamin and Charlotte Willis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Isaiah Grimes; four brothers; two sisters; and one great-grandson., Ruth is survived by three daughters, Deloris Tabb(Stapleton), Peggy Grimes, Ruth Grimes-Crump; sister, Bertha Gardner; two granddaughters, Lisa and Christina; one grandson, Gerard; two great-granddaughters, Andrea and Shanelle; and one great-grandson, Lamar; nieces, nephews, and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends. |
Ruth Balthis Walters KINGSPORT, Tenn. Ruth Balthis Walters, 91, of the Bloomingdale area, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 3, 2010, at her residence. She was born and raised in Blountville, Tenn., and was the last charter member of Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray H. Walters; her parents, George and Madie Balthis; three brothers, Junior, Lester, and W.M. "Shot" Balthis. Survivors include her three sons, Gary M. Walters and wife Barbara of Gray, Donald P. Walters and wife Shirley of Kingsport and Ronald P. Walters and wife Suella of Fredrick, Md.; three grandsons, Patrick Walters of San Diego, Jason Walters and wife Andrea of Kingsport and Michael Walters and wife Jessica of Knoxville, Tenn.; one granddaughter, Laura Walters Price and husband Jeffrey of Madison Heights, Va.; six great-grandchildren, Jessica, Lana and Ashley Walters of Kingsport, Olivia and Jackson Price of Madison Heights and Alexis Daniel of Knoxville; special niece, Nancy Balthis Hicks of Cary, N.C.; Tim Allen of Fredrick; godson of Ron and Suella Walters. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7, at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport. Services will follow in the chapel at 1 p.m., with Pastor Hobbie McCreary officiating. Burial will follow the service at Liberty Hill Cemetery, Mt. Carmel, Tenn. Grandsons and special friends will serve as pallbearers. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the friends, neighbors, and members of the Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church for the comfort provided over the past few months. Special thanks to caregivers, Martha Robinson, Lula Rogers, Rachel Puckett, and a very special neighbor, T.G. Smith, for their love and special care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 125 Coley St., Kingsport, TN 37660, in memory of Ruth B. Walters. Please visit |
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GILES, Miss Sarah A. "Toni," of Richmond, departed this life January 2, 2010. She is survived by two sisters, Annie L. Jackson and Rev. Alden G. Vaughan (Rev. John); three brothers, Alfred E. Giles Jr. (Nancy), David Giles (Patricia) and John Giles (Desiree); nine nieces, among them a devoted, Wanda Weldon; six nephews and a host of great-nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St., where funeral services will be held Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 11 a.m. Rev. Barbara Ingram officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. |
Marquitta Diane Bradford Shrader, 48, of Elliston, Va., left this earth on Sunday, January 3, 2010, to join her heavenly Father and other family members in Heaven. The funeral will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at the Horne Chapel with Eugene Mills officiating. Burial will follow in Reesedale Cemetery in Ironto. Online condolences may be sent to, . The family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612., Make a memorial contribution |
s will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Vaughan Guynn McGrady Chapel with Pastor Chip Neely officiating. Burial will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery. Military Rites will be conducted by the Hillsville VFW Post #1115. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, from 6 until 8 p.m. A guestbook is available online by visiting www., Vaughan Guynn McGrady Chapel is serving the family., Make a memorial contribution |
will be held at noon on Saturday, January 9, 2010, at Loudon Ave. Christian Church with the Rev. William Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 8, 2010, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends may call at Serenity on Friday, from noon to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services., Make a memorial contribution |
Debra Newman Surber, 53, of Collinsville, Va., died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Arrangements by Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
COPPING, Taylor R. Sr., passed away peacefully on December 12, 2009 amidst the loving care of family and hospice support members at Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital. Taylor proudly served in the Army Air Corps, received his Master of Science at the University of Richmond, and later served as Executive Director of the American Lung Association in New Mexico and in Virginia. He was an avid golfer and an accomplished guitarist. Taylor is survived by his devoted wife, three children, three grandchildren, and two sons-in-law. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to: Bon Secours Hospice, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226, Tuckahoe Rescue Squad, 1101 Horsepen Rd., Richmond, Va. 23286. Our heartfelt thanks go to all for their services including Henrico County Fire and Rescue. |
Teddy attended George P. Phenix High School and was a member of George P. Phenix 50+ Alumni., Teddy leaves one brother, Edward E. Jones (Lillie Mae); numerous of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends., A service to celebrate his life will begin at 11 a.m. today, Jan. 6, at Queen Street North Worship Center, 98 North Armistead Avenue, Hampton., Interment at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will assemble at the Worship Center by 10:30 a.m. for the service. |
Randolph-Happy Birthday to our beloved mother, Theresa C. W. Randolph on her 83rd birthday. We miss you more each day for life is not the same since you were called away. Loving you always. Nesey, Slangg and Edward (Lorraine) |
James Michael (Mike) Thompson, 68, of Montvale, Va., and Vinton, Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel., Make a memorial contribution |
Daniel B. (Dan) Todd, of Daleville, Va., died on Saturday, January 2, 2010, after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Mr. Todd was born in Independence, Va., to Bays M. and Blanche Kirk Todd. He was a graduate of Independence High School as valedictorian, National Business College in Roanoke, and the School of Bank Management held at the University of Virginia. He was employed by Grayson National Bank in 1953 and at the Farmers and Merchants Bank in Timberville, Va., in 1965, eventually becoming President, Chief Executive Officer (retiring in 1996), and Chairman of the Board (retiring in 2001)., He lived with his wife of 58 years in retirement in Botetourt County, ultimately residing at the Glebe. He loved his family and his garden. He supplied his neighbors with produce in the summer and was particularly proud of his sweet corn and musk melons., Mr. Todd was a 50 year Mason and Past Master of Independence Masonic Lodge No. #129 A.F. and A.M., as well as Past Master of Boone Lodge No. #247 A.F. and A.M. in Troutville, Va. He was known for his prowess in memorization, having known by heart in excess of 33,000 words comprising the first three degrees of the Blue Lodge Masons. He was also a past member the Richmond Scottish Rite Bodies (32nd Degree) and the ACCA Temple A.A.O.N.M.S., Richmond, Va. He was past president of the Valley Shrine Club in Harrisonburg, Va., and a member of both the Kazim Shrine Temple and the Roanoke Valley Shrine Club of Roanoke, Va., Other distinctions include a listing in the 1968 edition of Outstanding Young Men of America; Past President of Grayson County Businessmen's Club; Membership in the Broadway-Timberville Ruritan Club; and the Chamber of Commerce and Industrial Development Corporation. He was also attained the significant achievement of Past President of the Independent Banker's Association of Virginia., Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Stanley Mitchell Todd; three brothers and one sister-in-law, Beale M. Todd, Sally Cox Todd, James J. Todd, and Alexander Jackson "Jack" Todd., He is survived by his wife, Wilma Gaynelle Cherry Todd, of Daleville, Va.; two daughters, Sherry Todd Vinson, of Fincastle, Va., and Marianne Todd, of Roanoke; one son and daughter-in-law, E. Stephen Todd and Judy Todd, of Christiansburg; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Stella Phipps Todd and Norma Hampton Todd, both of Independence, Va., time on Thursday at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., The burial of the ashes will take place in Independence Cemetery, Independence, Va., will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2010, in the chapel of Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va. Masonic Rites will be conducted and the Rev. David Osborne will officiate., The family requests no flowers, but suggests donations to either Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Fla. 33607-1435 or Troutville Rescue Squad, 20 Sunset Avenue, Troutville, Va. 24175 or to a charity of your choice., Make a memorial contribution |
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Lillie Mae Curlee Bullock Marshall Lillie Mae Curlee Bullock Marshall, 89, of Lynchburg, departed this life to be with her Lord on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010. She was first married to the late William A. Bullock Jr. and was the loving wife of Laurie Delreign (Pete) Marshall, who would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Jan. 16, 2010. Born March 12, 1920, in Charlotte, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Herbert L. Curlee and Lillie K. Curlee. The family moved to Lynchburg when she was about 12, and she spent the rest of her years here. She started singing in the Euclid Christian Church Choir when she was 14. She was active in the arts community. She was a student of Georgia Morgan and was a talented watercolor artist, specializing in painting of flowers and of landscapes. She exhibited for years at the Lynchburg Art Festival and enjoyed taking painting classes with her friends at the Lynchburg Recreation Department. In later years, she still enjoyed attending the shows at Lynchburg Art Club. She and her husband, Pete, delivered Meals on Wheels after their retirement. They both sang in the Euclid Christian Church Choir until recent years; they also sang duets together on other occasions. Lillie Mae loved Garden Club Day and attended for many years. She was a faithful member of Euclid Christian Church and taught Sunday school at one time. In addition to her husband, she is survived by daughters, Nancy Bullock Weiland of Lynchburg and Carolyn Bullock Harris of Powhatan; grandchildren, Laurie Quesenberry Whelan of Powhatan, John Weiland of Aliquippa, Pa., Frank Weiland of Daytona Beach, Fla., and Natalie Weiland of Richmond; five great-grandchildren; and sisters, Betty Curlee Riley of Wicomico Church and Alice Curlee Lucas of Bedford. A celebration of Lillie Mae's life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, in Euclid Christian Church by the Rev. Edward Parrish III. A reception will immediately follow in the church fellowship hall. The graveside service will follow the reception at 1:30 p.m. in Fort Hill Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Euclid Christian Church, 2220 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA 24501. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, (434) 239-2405, is assisting her family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritage funeralandcremation.com. |
will be at Oakey's South Chapel on Brambleton Ave. at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Pastor Jerry Blevins will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel & Crematory. 1-540-989-3131., Make a memorial contribution |
She was born in Mechanicsburg, Pa., Jan. 11, 1917, and orphaned before the age of eight. She was raised at the Virginia Baptist Children's Home (now Hope Tree Family Services) in Salem, Va. Vergie was a wife, mom and homemaker who lived her Christian faith everyday. Above all else, she loved her Savior and was forever faithful. 'For thou art my hope, O Lord God; thou art my trust from my youth.' Psalm 71:5., A longtime member of Hilton Baptist Church, she taught children in Sunday School, was active in W.M.U., and the Adult Choir. She has resided with her daughter and son-in-law since 1995 and became a member of Tsena Commocko Baptist Church., She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Herman C. Dunn; her son, Herman M. Dunn; and her brother, William Drewrey., She is survived by one daughter, Janice White and her husband, Joseph, of Providence Forge; two granddaughters, Vickie Joyner (John) of Cameron, N.C., and Crystal Price (Charles) of Newport News; four great-grandchildren; one (soon to be two) great-great grandchild; two nieces, Ruby James (Ken) and Eva Smith (Larry); and her beloved pet, Chessie Cat., 'Families are like quilts-lives pieced and stitched together; colored by happiness and tears; bound by memories and love-cherished throughout the years.' (author unknown), A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at Peninsula Memorial Park., Special thanks to Martha, Debbie and Judy of Gloucester Riverside Hospice whom she loved dearly and to the staff of West Point Riverside Convalescent Center., In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy maybe made to Hope Tree Family Services, P. O. Box 849, Salem, VA 24153 or to New Kent Humane Society, Inc. P. O. Box 104, Providence Forge, VA 23140. |
Mrs. Amie O. Via, 83, of Suitland, Md., formerly of Franklin County, Va., died December 30, 2009. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2010, Holy Trinity Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Stanfield Mortuary Service., Make a memorial contribution |
FOSTER, William F., passed peacefully from this world into the joy of Heaven on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at CJW Johnston-Willis Hospital, Richmond, Va. Mr. Foster was born in Roslyn, Long Island, N.Y. on January 30, 1915, the son of William F. Foster Sr. and Sadie Foster (nee Sexton). He graduated from Roslyn High School and worked in private business until the outbreak of WWII, when he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving honorably in the Mediterranean and in Italy. Upon his discharge from the Army, he returned home and married the former Lillian Bullock of Richmond, Va. on December 19, 1946. The couple then made their home in Richmond after a brief stay in Roslyn. Mr. Foster was a founding member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church in Midlothian, Va. As an avid woodworker and hobbyist, Mr. Foster crafted wooden plaques depicting signs of the Apostles, which exemplify his faith and his love of woodcraft and for the church. Mr. Foster is survived by five nieces, several great-nephews and great-nieces and also leaves several great-great-nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 59 years in May 2005; and his sister, Muriel Foster Jacobsen in 1996. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, January 8, 2010 at St. Mark's United Methodist Church. The Rev. David Bonney will officiate. Committal service will follow at Dale Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Methodist Church, 11551 Lucks Lane, Midlothian, Va. 23113. |
HUSKERSON, Mr. Willie Howard "Sitty," passed away December 31, 2009. Willie was born April 22, 1939 to Mary Bailey and Tom Floyd Huskerson. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. Willie is survived by his wife, Judy Harris Huskerson; children, Bridget Harris, Lisa Butler and Kenneth Harris (Michelle); six grandchildren and one great-grandson. He is also survived by four sisters, Mary F. Harris, Shirley Stitt, Maria Pollard (Houston) and Martha Mobley; four brothers, Tom Floyd Huskerson Sr. (Viola), Henry Huskerson (Katherine), Joseph Huskerson (Shirley) and George Huskerson (Bernice); three aunts, Ruth Floyd, Ada Bailey and Kathleen Bailey; one uncle, Ananias Bailey; one brother-in-law, Louis Harris; one sister-in-law, Shirley Collins; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street, where the family will receive friends Wednesday (today) from 7 to 8 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. Rev. Dr. Herbert Plummer will eulogize Mr. Huskerson. Burial Oakwood Cemetery. |
2 p.m. Wednesday at Riffe's Funeral Service Chapel, Narrows., Make a memorial contribution |
Robin Lynette Luther Whitlow, 44, of Fieldale, Va., died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett, Va., Make a memorial contribution |
Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Updike Funeral Home Chapel, Bedford., Make a memorial contribution |
William Harry Pensyl, known as "Bill," 52, died suddenly on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, at his work, Charlottesville's Flower Man, designing holiday arrangements., Memorial services will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Church of Christ, 1525 Rugby Avenue, Charlottesville. |
WILLIAM L. LIGHTFOOT Not a day goes by that you're not missed. ~ Love your wife, kids, and grandchildren. |
BEVERLY, Willis E. Jr., age 53, of Jetersville, Va., died on Monday, January 4, 2010. Mr. Beverly was an outdoorsman, avid fisherman, and could do almost anything with his hands. He was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy W. Beverly. Mr. Beverly is survived by his loving wife, Thelma R. Beverly; children, Michael, Timothy and Troy Beverly, Cheri Hudson and Robert and Andrew Snyder; father, Willis E. Beverly Sr.; mother, Sylvia J. Beverly; sister, Wanda B. Teal; and other family and friends. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 7, 2010 at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, January 8, at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. |
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s will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at Flora Funeral Service Chapel, Rocky Mount, Va., 540-483-3835., Make a memorial contribution |
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